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Open Play hours at Baby Gear Group Jenkintown are the perfect outing for the family. With a train table, a play kitchen, costumes, books, and a variety of gross motor and creative and imagination toys for your walker, toddler and preschoolers will have no shortage […]
Sunset Social's Saturday Movie Matinees are free and open to the public! Get there early to grab the best view of the 60-foot screen. Movies are family friendly and dogs are always welcome! TOY STORY 4: SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 6TH SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS MOVIE: SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 13TH […]
Break out your best red, white, and blue... this is one 4th of July you won't want to miss! Celebrate Independence Day with delicious BBQ food truck fare, live music, and your favorite local wine. This event brings the best of bold bites, chill vibes, […]
Volunteer Days involve packing food boxes at The Mama-Tee Pop-Up Grocery Store™ (2203 Washington Ave) and delivering them to the Mama-Tee Fridge locations throughout the city. Their mission is to provide nourishing food to low-income communities in Philadelphia that are experiencing food insecurity. They believe […]
In conjunction with the museum's The Ecology of Fashion exhibition, enjoy this series of drop-in workshops, where participants learn how to add sustainable practices into their lives. These workshops are free with general admission to the Academy. February 1 - Indigo: Living Color Explore the dynamic […]
Enjoy an evening at Christ Church Burial Ground with live jazz and storytelling. Each month features a different group of artists, marking the changing of the seasons. Audiences are invited to picnic among the stones (BYOB). An additional guided mini-tour, offered prior to the show, […]
Break out your best red, white, and blue... this is one 4th of July you won't want to miss! Celebrate Independence Day with delicious BBQ food truck fare, live music, and your favorite local wine. This event brings the best of bold bites, chill vibes, […]
Bring the kids to Barcade for Family Day! Barcade is donating 5% of 2025 Family Day token sales to Gamers Outreach, a charity organization that provides recreation to children in hospitals through the power of video games and the gaming community.
Activities include boat building, puppet making, and even constructing a working catapult. Each week promises captivating experiences for kids of all ages with a new make-and-take activity. This event is free and open to the public, and all ages are welcome. Activities are available on […]
There is overwhelming evidence that reading, singing, and gesturing with young children daily brings exceptional, permanent benefits. And the research is clear: this is one area where earlier is better. Join Librarian Miss Pam to read, sing, count, practice Spanish and ASL and have adventures […]
There is overwhelming evidence that reading, singing, and gesturing with young children daily brings exceptional, permanent benefits. And the research is clear: this is one area where earlier is better. Join Librarian Miss Pam to read, sing, count, practice Spanish and ASL and have adventures […]
Join Steam Engines Learning Co at Joe's Pizza for S.T.E.A.M. crafts, pizza and a story. Planned with working parents' schedule in mind.
At design Gym, "Open Gym" will be open Tuesdays through Thursdays, 10:00AM-6:00PM at the design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington @silkscreenstudios. OPEN GYM is free, drop-in hours to explore design and exercise your creativity. Some ways to enjoy "Open Gym": - Bring […]
On Tuesdays at 11 AM, Bustleton Library hosts a family storytime. Bring your babies, toddlers, and older siblings for stories, songs, and play!
On the 2nd Tuesday of every month, join Chuck E. Cheese for Homeschool Play Days! From 11am – 4pm, score 90-minutes of All You Can Play games, a reusable Play Pass card, unlimited soft drinks, and all the E-Tickets you can earn on gameplay for […]
Join Riverfront North and Roots2Rise for an all levels outdoor flow at Pennypack on the Delaware, Tuesdays from 6-7 pm! All ages and abilities are welcome. This class is made possible by the Riverfront North Partnership. Class is free but donations are welcome and will […]
Head to Philly's Please Touch Museum this summer to experience The Questioneers exhibit! This exhibit is based off of the best-selling series of books by author Andrea Beaty and illustrator David Roberts. The Questioneers characters Ada Twist, Scientist; Rosie Revere, Engineer; Iggy Peck, Architect; Sofia […]
At design Gym, "Open Gym" will be open Tuesdays through Thursdays, 10:00AM-6:00PM at the design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington @silkscreenstudios. OPEN GYM is free, drop-in hours to explore design and exercise your creativity. Some ways to enjoy "Open Gym": - Bring […]
Join the Academy of Natural Sciences and explore fun games, experiments and unique activities! Learn more about animals and dinosaurs, and get outside in the beautiful summer sun!
Known for stellar musicianship and dynamic live shows, West Philadelphia Orchestra (WPO) is a brass band inspired by the Romani brass “orkestras” and “fanfares” of Eastern Europe. The band’s sound is large, loud, and extremely danceable. WPO began as a village band for their neighborhood in 2006, […]
Sunset Social's Weekly Movie Nights are free and open to the public! Get there early to grab the best view of the 60-foot screen. Dogs and kids always welcome! BLACK PANTHER - WEDNESDAY JULY 2ND READY PLAYER ONE - WEDNESDAY JULY 9TH CAPTAIN AMERICA: BNW […]
Little Beets Music Class is a hands-on music making experiences designed to foster children's musical growth. A portion of each class is dedicated to shared musical activities, such as sing-along songs, finger plays, instrument exploration, and movement. The remaining time allows for musical free play, […]
At design Gym, "Open Gym" will be open Tuesdays through Thursdays, 10:00AM-6:00PM at the design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington @silkscreenstudios. OPEN GYM is free, drop-in hours to explore design and exercise your creativity. Some ways to enjoy "Open Gym": - Bring […]
Storytime + Design is a weekly creative experience diving into a book and fun design exercises to grow your creativity and design process. All ages and identities are welcome on the designer journey. Age range of books will vary, design exercises adaptable for all.
Come purchase fresh, chemical-free inspirited local produce straight from Sankofa Community Farm every Thursday at the Bartram’s Village apartments (54th & Lindbergh Blvd entrance), now through mid-November! EBT, cash, WIC Farmer’s Market vouchers, and Senior vouchers are all accepted methods of payment (standard retail WIC […]
Philadelphia’s robust network of arts and culture organizations will be celebrated every week as they perform in the center of the city. The performances will range from orchestral serenades and ballet ensembles to jazz instrumentals and more. Attendance is free for all, but seating in […]
Visit the Al-Bustan Gallery for the opening reception of “Digital Sanctuaries” by Rayan Elnayal on July 10th. Rayan is a Sudanese artist, designer, and educator that combines her research and architectural background to imagine futuristic spaces deeply rooted in Sudan and its diaspora. Her work […]
InLiquid is celebrating their annual New Member Showcase, New Now! This iteration, New Now VIII, features 34 artists of diverse backgrounds exploring artwork in every way imaginable. From digital animation to metalworking, the newest InLiquid Members capture artistic expression in Philadelphia! This event is free.
Drop in and make art as a family. Projects change every few weeks. Artists of all ages welcome. Free with museum admission.
Toddlers and their grown-ups get to know the museum through art-making and creative play. Space is limited; first-come, first-served. Free with museum admission.
Fun competitive gaming sessions on PS4 and Nintendo Switch. Ages 14-23
Head to Sensory Friendly Family Swim Time on select Fridays this summer! This dedicated swim time is designed for families with children who have disabilities and may benefit from a less crowded, calmer, and more controlled pool environment. A lifeguard trained in adaptive swimming will […]
Kick off July at the Pier with food, art, and inspiration during First Friday! Discover new exhibitions, meet the artists during open studio tours, and shop one-of-a-kind pieces at the Artist and Artisans Market. Enjoy local bites, grab a drink, and soak in creative energy […]
Cirque du Soleil’s spectacular show OVO (“egg” in Portuguese) returns to Philadelphia July 11th to 13th with a fresh new twist! Celebrating 15 years, OVO now features reimagined sets, dazzling new acrobatics, original characters, vibrant costumes, and reinvented music. Join 53 talented acrobats and musicians […]
Experience the enchantment of jazz like never before with the Mann’s Jazz Under The Stars series! Taking place on the Presser Foundation Stage in the TD Pavilion, the series highlights contemporary jazz artists, a beloved subgenre for enthusiasts and the perfect introduction for newcomers. Jazz […]
