The Best Things To Do in Philly with Kids

Discover the best family-friendly things to do in Philadelphia with kids, including events, festivals, attractions, and free activities through our curated calendar. Find what’s happening in Philly today and plan your next family adventure!

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  • Daily: Resilient Grounds Exhibition at the National Old CIty Apartments

    Resilient Grounds
    The National Old City Apartments 121 North 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Resilient Grounds is a powerful art exhibition featuring two Philadelphia artists exploring themes of environmental change and urban transformation. Jennifer Manzella's copper etchings capture Philadelphia's forgotten lots and wild urban spaces, while Fran Lightman Gibson's paintings reflect on the beauty and fragility of melting glaciers. […]

    Free

  • Toddler Time at American Swedish Historical Museum

    American Swedish Historical Museum 1900 Pattison Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    With Toddler Time at American Swedish Historical Museum, families can find amazing colors all around us! Kids will explore color throughout the Museum, play color matching games, and create their own colorful crafts. Learn more here.

  • Yoga On The Pier

    Yoga On The Pier
    Pennypack on the Delaware 7801 State Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    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 […]

  • Living Colors at Wanamaker House

    Living Colors
    Wanamaker House 2020 Walnut Street, Philadelphia

    Living Colors is a vibrant exhibition that brings together three distinct artists united by a shared passion for expression through color, form, and storytelling.

    Free

  • Daily: On the Land, In the Sea Exhibition

    On the Land, In the Sea Exhibition
    Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard 1001 Intrepid Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

    An exhibition featuring artwork by Kathleen Greco and Andrea Bartine Caldarise exploring ocean life and natural landscapes will be on view starting from November 4, 2025 through April 14, 2026. Through their distinct styles, both artists explore patterns, textures, and forms found in nature. The […]

    Free

  • Daily: Mirjam Seeger’s Exhibition at East Market

    Mirjam Seeger
    east market 1100 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, Philadelphia, United States

    As a painter of both glass and canvas, Mirjam has fused the two painting techniques in all her work. She was a glass painter for Willet Studio in Philadelphia for 20 years and painted stained glass windows for buildings all over the country. Mirjam left […]

    Free

  • Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink

    Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink
    Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come together for some ice-skating with Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink at Dilworth Park, offered seven days a week until February 22, 2026. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.

  • Paulownia Tableau at Old City Publishing

    Paulownia Tableau
    Old City Publishing 628 North 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA, PA, United States

    Artist Linda Lor Gross transforms dried paulownia leaves, often found in empty lots and sidewalk cracks around Philadelphia, into colorful paper sculptures that create striking tableaux inspired by history, mythology, and nature. Using traditional washi paper and a meticulous process of cleaning, bleaching, and layering, […]

    Free

  • (Daily) By Simply Looking: The Art of Observation

    By Simply Looking: The Art of Observation
    Park Towne Place 2200 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    By Simply Looking: The Art of Observation delves into the accuracy of detail and the depiction of the mundane for what it is: raw, frank, and ultimately human. These artists take the practice of observing their subjects seriously, capturing every nuance with unflinching precision. From […]

    Free

  • Kids Play at Springfield Mall

    Kids Play at Springfield Mall
    Springfield Mall 1250 Baltimore Pike, Springfield, PA, United States

    Come together at Springfield Mall for a free kids event on every third Wednesday of each month, beginning Wednesday, January 21st through Wednesday, August 19th. Kids Play provides free entertainment and discounts for toddlers and their caretakers. Events include a variety of fun activities, entertainment, […]

    Free

  • Open Gym Hours at Design Gym

    Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The community design studio in Norris Square welcomes everyone to Open Gym for drop-in hours for creative exploration and design play. Visitors can reset their minds, work on projects, try design tools and exercises, play creative games, browse the design library, or simply co-work in […]

    $10 – $20

  • Soup Dumpling Workshop at Dim Sum Garden

    dim sum garden 1024 Race St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come together at Dim Sum Garden Philadelphia (1024 Race St) for an immersive, hands-on Soup Dumpling (Xiao Long Bao) Workshop led by Shizhou Da (Head Chef of Dim Sum Garden). Register for the event here.

    $30

  • Meet & Greet with Alex Spalding (Park Towne Place Artist in Residence)

    Park Towne Place 2200 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come together on Wednesday, February 18th for a Meet & Greet with current Park Towne Place Artist in Residence Alex Spalding. This event will celebrate Spalding's new exhibition and learn more about their practice! There is no public parking at Park Towne Place, but there […]

    Free

  • Living Colors at Wanamaker House

    Living Colors
    Wanamaker House 2020 Walnut Street, Philadelphia

    Living Colors is a vibrant exhibition that brings together three distinct artists united by a shared passion for expression through color, form, and storytelling.

    Free

  • Intro to Crochet with Utility Works

    Intro to Crochet
    Utility Works Creative Community 32 E Baltimore Ave., Lansdowne, PA, United States

    Come and learn the joys of making art! Taught by Elena Gans-Pfister, This class is a perfect introduction for students who have an interest in learning crochet. This event will establish a strong foundation holding a crochet hook, chain stitch, single stitch, double stitch, and making […]

    $260

  • Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink

    Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink
    Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come together for some ice-skating with Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink at Dilworth Park, offered seven days a week until February 22, 2026. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.

  • Daily: Shaun the Sheep’s Flock This Way Exhibit

    Daily: Shaun the Sheep’s Flock This Way Exhibit
    Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Please Touch Museum welcomes the interactive traveling exhibit Shaun the Sheep™: Flock This Way! from February 7 happening through May 10, where children ages 3-9 can develop problem-solving skills and resilience through playful activities with the beloved film and television character. Created by Minnesota Children's […]

  • Paulownia Tableau at Old City Publishing

    Paulownia Tableau
    Old City Publishing 628 North 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA, PA, United States

    Artist Linda Lor Gross transforms dried paulownia leaves, often found in empty lots and sidewalk cracks around Philadelphia, into colorful paper sculptures that create striking tableaux inspired by history, mythology, and nature. Using traditional washi paper and a meticulous process of cleaning, bleaching, and layering, […]

    Free

  • (Daily) By Simply Looking: The Art of Observation

    By Simply Looking: The Art of Observation
    Park Towne Place 2200 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    By Simply Looking: The Art of Observation delves into the accuracy of detail and the depiction of the mundane for what it is: raw, frank, and ultimately human. These artists take the practice of observing their subjects seriously, capturing every nuance with unflinching precision. From […]

    Free

  • Little Beets Music Class at Rutabaga Toy Library

    Little Beets Music Class at Rutabaga Toy Library
    Rutabaga Toy Library 3426 Conrad St c2, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    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, […]

    $25

  • Daily: Resilient Grounds Exhibition at the National Old CIty Apartments

    Resilient Grounds
    The National Old City Apartments 121 North 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Resilient Grounds is a powerful art exhibition featuring two Philadelphia artists exploring themes of environmental change and urban transformation. Jennifer Manzella's copper etchings capture Philadelphia's forgotten lots and wild urban spaces, while Fran Lightman Gibson's paintings reflect on the beauty and fragility of melting glaciers. […]

    Free

  • Open Gym Hours at Design Gym

    Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The community design studio in Norris Square welcomes everyone to Open Gym for drop-in hours for creative exploration and design play. Visitors can reset their minds, work on projects, try design tools and exercises, play creative games, browse the design library, or simply co-work in […]

    $10 – $20

  • Living Colors at Wanamaker House

    Living Colors
    Wanamaker House 2020 Walnut Street, Philadelphia

    Living Colors is a vibrant exhibition that brings together three distinct artists united by a shared passion for expression through color, form, and storytelling.

    Free

  • Daily: On the Land, In the Sea Exhibition

    On the Land, In the Sea Exhibition
    Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard 1001 Intrepid Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

    An exhibition featuring artwork by Kathleen Greco and Andrea Bartine Caldarise exploring ocean life and natural landscapes will be on view starting from November 4, 2025 through April 14, 2026. Through their distinct styles, both artists explore patterns, textures, and forms found in nature. The […]

    Free

  • Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink

    Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink
    Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come together for some ice-skating with Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink at Dilworth Park, offered seven days a week until February 22, 2026. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.

  • Paulownia Tableau at Old City Publishing

    Paulownia Tableau
    Old City Publishing 628 North 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA, PA, United States

    Artist Linda Lor Gross transforms dried paulownia leaves, often found in empty lots and sidewalk cracks around Philadelphia, into colorful paper sculptures that create striking tableaux inspired by history, mythology, and nature. Using traditional washi paper and a meticulous process of cleaning, bleaching, and layering, […]

    Free

  • (Daily) By Simply Looking: The Art of Observation

    By Simply Looking: The Art of Observation
    Park Towne Place 2200 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    By Simply Looking: The Art of Observation delves into the accuracy of detail and the depiction of the mundane for what it is: raw, frank, and ultimately human. These artists take the practice of observing their subjects seriously, capturing every nuance with unflinching precision. From […]

    Free

  • Storytime + Design at Design Gym

    Storytime + Design
    Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Design Gym invites everyone to Storytime + Design, a weekly creative experience that introduces design concepts through books and playful exercises. Each session explores a story and pairs it with hands-on activities that nurture creativity and design thinking. The program welcomes all ages and identities, […]

    Free – $10

  • Open Gym Hours at Design Gym

    Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The community design studio in Norris Square welcomes everyone to Open Gym for drop-in hours for creative exploration and design play. Visitors can reset their minds, work on projects, try design tools and exercises, play creative games, browse the design library, or simply co-work in […]

    $10 – $20

  • Living Colors at Wanamaker House

    Living Colors
    Wanamaker House 2020 Walnut Street, Philadelphia

    Living Colors is a vibrant exhibition that brings together three distinct artists united by a shared passion for expression through color, form, and storytelling.

    Free