Discover family-friendly events with the Philadelphia Family Community Calendar. Our team adds fresh content every week to help you make the most of raising kids in Philly, from the baby and little ones-stage through the teen years and beyond! Please be sure to check with the host location about their health and safety protocols, as well as their registration requirements, prior to heading out!
The Academy of Natural Sciences
1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United States
Travel to the most diverse ecosystem on the planet! Under the Canopy: Animals of the Rainforest is an immersive exhibition introducing you to the fascinating world of rainforests and the animals that inhabit them. Learn about unique plants and rainforest ecology as you encounter a […]
Science History Institute
315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States
Join the Science History Institute in their museum EVERY SATURDAY for a family-friendly program that highlights the many strange and surprising stories from the history of science! Their fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Take an up-close look at interesting […]
Longwood Gardens
1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, PA, United States
Spring has sprung at Longwood Gardens, Philly’s largest botanical garden. The familiar colors and fragrances of the season are ready to be experienced during the annual Spring Blooms event, offering opportunities to take in the world-renowned thousand-acre attraction’s early spring bulbs, vibrant blooms of aromatic […]
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Philadelphia
Plymouth Meeting Mall, 500 W. Germantown Pike, Plymouth Meeting, PA, United States
Be unstoppable and join in the all-new LEGO fun at the unmissable 2024 Play Unstoppable Festival from April 20 – May 27! Experience the brand-new exclusive LEGO Friends 4D Movie and enjoy festival of imagination, creativity, music, and fun! Join the NEW LEGO Friends in […]
Pennsylvania Convention Center
1101 Arch St., Philadelphia, PA, United States
If you're into comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, gaming, or cosplay, come share our playground. You'll feel out of this world – and right at home. Find your fandom family at FAN EXPO Philadelphia. All 50,000 of them. Show Hours: Friday 4 PM – 9 PM^ […]
Dilworth Park
1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States
The Rothman Roller Rink has returned for a fourth season at Dilworth Park! The rink is colorful and retro-inspired, featuring a checkerboard floor and an art installation overhead composed of multicolored fabric by Lucky Dog Studio. Throughout the season there will be fun events, […]
Dilworth Park
1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States
The Philadelphia Marketplace returns to Dilworth Park for the spring and warm weather season with the ultimate artisan showcase. Come out and support a revolving list of small businesses from Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware at the seasonal pop-up market that shines the spotlight on […]
Franklin Institute
222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States
Named one of CNN's Top Ten "Global Must-See Exhibitions," The Art of the Brick exhibit by artist Nathan Sawaya is a critically acclaimed collection of inspiring artworks made exclusively from one of the most recognizable toys in the world: the LEGO® brick. From child's toy to sophisticated art form and beyond, the […]
AdventureWoods at Awbury Arboretum
6060 Ardleigh Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States
From April through October 2024, AdventureWoods will be free and open to the public during the following times, weather permitting: ❦ Saturdays from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM ❦ Sundays from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM What is a natural materials playground? It is a […]
Philadelphia Museum of Art
2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United States
Art Kids Studio Drop in and make art as a family. Projects change every few weeks. Artists of all ages welcome. Pop Up Studio: Self-portraits with Chelsey Luster April 12, 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.,Great Stair Hall Balcony, Main Building Art Kids Studio April […]
The Academy of Natural Sciences
1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United States
Travel to the most diverse ecosystem on the planet! Under the Canopy: Animals of the Rainforest is an immersive exhibition introducing you to the fascinating world of rainforests and the animals that inhabit them. Learn about unique plants and rainforest ecology as you encounter a […]
Longwood Gardens
1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, PA, United States
Spring has sprung at Longwood Gardens, Philly’s largest botanical garden. The familiar colors and fragrances of the season are ready to be experienced during the annual Spring Blooms event, offering opportunities to take in the world-renowned thousand-acre attraction’s early spring bulbs, vibrant blooms of aromatic […]
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Philadelphia
Plymouth Meeting Mall, 500 W. Germantown Pike, Plymouth Meeting, PA, United States
Be unstoppable and join in the all-new LEGO fun at the unmissable 2024 Play Unstoppable Festival from April 20 – May 27! Experience the brand-new exclusive LEGO Friends 4D Movie and enjoy festival of imagination, creativity, music, and fun! Join the NEW LEGO Friends in […]
Barnes Foundation
2025 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United States
FREE; registration required. It’s the first Sunday of the month, which means free admission at the Barnes. Guests of all ages can enjoy fun art activities, performances, and free access to the collection and Alexey Brodovitch: Astonish Me. This month, the Barnes is presenting a full […]
Pennsylvania Convention Center
1101 Arch St., Philadelphia, PA, United States
If you're into comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, gaming, or cosplay, come share our playground. You'll feel out of this world – and right at home. Find your fandom family at FAN EXPO Philadelphia. All 50,000 of them. Show Hours: Friday 4 PM – 9 PM^ […]
Please Touch Museum
4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States
Experience the vibrant art, food, and culture of India — a country rich in traditions with a focus on the future. Created by The Magic House, St. Louis Children’s Museum in partnership with the St. Louis Indian community, Namaste India encourages global awareness and cultural appreciation. In […]
Dilworth Park
1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States
The Rothman Roller Rink has returned for a fourth season at Dilworth Park! The rink is colorful and retro-inspired, featuring a checkerboard floor and an art installation overhead composed of multicolored fabric by Lucky Dog Studio. Throughout the season there will be fun events, […]
Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History
101 S Independence Mall East, Philadelphia, PA, United States
Join the party at The Weitzman on May 5th for a FREE multicultural celebration! They’re celebrating both Jewish American and Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Months for this unique Family Day that is jam-packed with fun activities for all ages. There will be musical and […]
Kaiserman Jewish Community Center
45 Haverford Road, Wynnewood, PA, United States
Join 3G Philly and the Israeli American Council for programming for and led by school-aged children in Hebrew and English. Activities for younger children available during the ceremony. After the program, we will march together to the Yizkor ceremony at the Wasserman Memorial Plaza (see below). Philadelphia […]
Kaiserman Jewish Community Center
45 Haverford Road, Wynnewood, PA, United States
After the Tzofim Ceremony the group will march from the Art Museum steps to the Wasserman Memorial Plaza on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, where the main Yizkor ceremony will take place at 4:00 pm. The group will carry signs and be escorted by police. All […]
Temple Beth Zion-Beth Israel
300 South 18th Street, Philadelphia, United States
Join other 3Gs, the Jewish Federation of Philadelphia, and the broader community as they all vow to Never Forget the six million Jews who perished in the Shoah, honor the survivors living in our communities, and hear the stories of resilience in the face of […]
Join the South Jersey Jewish Federation and the South Jersey 3G Philly Community for the annual Raab Goodwin Yom Hashoah event. Gather to honor and remember local Holocaust survivors and the 6 million Jews and the millions of other victims of the Holocaust. Date: May […]
kith + kin
3060 west jefferson street, Philadelphia, PA, United States
There's a new kind of offering coming for you from the @bwelltots crew! Join @steadyup_pt every Monday at 9:30 for a postpartum class built for parent AND baby! Join them for a rejuvenating and interactive Postpartum and Play Class tailored for the postpartum body […]
Lemon Hill Park
3298 Sedgley Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States
Mondays at 9:30 AM (18 months-2 years) + 10:30 AM (2-4 years) Join Kith + Kin for a series of exploring the natural world through child=friendly hikes, sensory play, and nature art. This class is perfect for children who love bugs, dirt, or just […]
Franklin Institute
222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States
Named one of CNN's Top Ten "Global Must-See Exhibitions," The Art of the Brick exhibit by artist Nathan Sawaya is a critically acclaimed collection of inspiring artworks made exclusively from one of the most recognizable toys in the world: the LEGO® brick. From child's toy to sophisticated art form and beyond, the […]
Academy of Music
240 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA, United States
Sound All Around is back for another season of musical exploration— ignite your child's imagination with Your Philadelphia Orchestra. Performance details are listed below. Each performance introduces the audience to a member of the string, woodwind, brass, or percussion family. Sound All Around is a […]
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Philadelphia
Plymouth Meeting Mall, 500 W. Germantown Pike, Plymouth Meeting, PA, United States
Be unstoppable and join in the all-new LEGO fun at the unmissable 2024 Play Unstoppable Festival from April 20 – May 27! Experience the brand-new exclusive LEGO Friends 4D Movie and enjoy festival of imagination, creativity, music, and fun! Join the NEW LEGO Friends in […]
Dilworth Park
1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States
The Rothman Roller Rink has returned for a fourth season at Dilworth Park! The rink is colorful and retro-inspired, featuring a checkerboard floor and an art installation overhead composed of multicolored fabric by Lucky Dog Studio. Throughout the season there will be fun events, […]
Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts - PAFA
118-128 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA, United States
Tuesday, April 30, 2024 Yoga in The Rotunda: Flow and Harmonic Vibrations with Eunmi Chang Tuesday, May 7, 2024 Yoga in the Rotunda: From the Outside in with Lori McAlister Tuesday, May 14, 2024 Yoga in the Rotunda: 3rd Eye Max with Dave Hem PAFA’s Historic […]
Rutabaga Toy Library
3426 Conrad St c2, Philadelphia, PA, United States
Weekly gatherings - a wonderful way to explore Rutabaga & meet new friends! Hangouts are open to the public: free for members & just $10 drop-in for non-members. We’ll sing together a read a book during this casual circle time. Free-play afterward. Invite a friend!
Lemon Hill Park
3298 Sedgley Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States
Join Baby Wordplay for their Tropical Tuesdays outdoor series in Lemon Hill Park! Baby Wordplay Storyplays are literacy-rich, fun opportunities to engage your little one with reading, songs, fingerplays, and puppets. Baby Wordplay is committed to growing readers and thinkers by promoting a love of […]
Franklin Institute
222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States
Named one of CNN's Top Ten "Global Must-See Exhibitions," The Art of the Brick exhibit by artist Nathan Sawaya is a critically acclaimed collection of inspiring artworks made exclusively from one of the most recognizable toys in the world: the LEGO® brick. From child's toy to sophisticated art form and beyond, the […]
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Philadelphia
Plymouth Meeting Mall, 500 W. Germantown Pike, Plymouth Meeting, PA, United States
Be unstoppable and join in the all-new LEGO fun at the unmissable 2024 Play Unstoppable Festival from April 20 – May 27! Experience the brand-new exclusive LEGO Friends 4D Movie and enjoy festival of imagination, creativity, music, and fun! Join the NEW LEGO Friends in […]
Dilworth Park
1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States
The Rothman Roller Rink has returned for a fourth season at Dilworth Park! The rink is colorful and retro-inspired, featuring a checkerboard floor and an art installation overhead composed of multicolored fabric by Lucky Dog Studio. Throughout the season there will be fun events, […]
Dilworth Park
1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States
Keep it movin’ with professional trainers from City Fitness! Every week, participants of all skill levels are invited to join free outdoor workouts in the heart of Center City. Classes will change throughout the season, with Zumba kicking things off in April and May. […]