Cannonball Festival

Cannonball Festival

Multiple Locations

A month-long celebration of experimental arts and performances, held at venues throughout the city. Check the link below for venues and tickets!

Growing Towards the Sun Art Installation

Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard 1001 Intrepid Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

Growing Towards the Sun features work by painter Elizabeth Castiglione and sculptor Emily Squires Levine. Both artists play with the idea of flowers to represent the human experience, from Emily’s playful depictions of bushes and bouquets to Elizabeth’s balance of growth and decay in her […]

Free

Pathways to Power: Celebrating Welcoming Week and National Voter Registration Day

Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine St, Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA, United States

New to Philly or a lifelong local? This event is for you! Whether you're just settling in or know the city like the back of your hand, join for a day of learning, sharing, and community-building! What’s Happening? Over 10 amazing partners will be offering […]

Free

Kid & Family Bird Walk in the Woodlands Cemetery

Walnut Street West Library 201 South 40th Street, Philadelphia, PA

Gather at the Woodlands Cemetery (4000 Woodland Ave.) for a kid/family-oriented bird walk! Local expert birders will teach us about birding & take us on a walk to point out our local birds! Walnut St. West Library will have brand new circulating birding backpacks to […]

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 […]

Intro to Wheel Throwing

Intro to Wheel Throwing

Utility Works 32 East Baltimore Avenue, Lansdowne, PA

This class is perfect for beginner to intermediate wheel throwing students. Whether you've taken a pottery class before or this is your first time using the wheel, you will be able to develop your ceramic skills to create beautiful functional pieces. The Class will cover […]

Free – $250

Hispanic Culture in Graphic Novels

Ramonita G. de Rodriguez Library 600 West Girard Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Hispanic Heritage Month is Sept 15th to Oct 15th. Join the Library in exploring the many Hispanic authors, illustrators, and characters in graphic novels. Learn to draw some of your own characters with mural artist Zerbe. All supplies are provided!

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
Sankofa Farm Stand at Bartram’s Village

Sankofa Farm Stand at Bartram’s Village

Bartram's Village

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 […]

Open Studio | Open Town | Open Sound

Veterans Landing 30 N Lansdowne Ave, LANSDOWNE, PA, United States

Join the Lansdowne Economic Development Corporation, the businesses of Lansdowne, and Open Sound for Lansdowne Open Studio | Open Town | Open Sound, a free, walkable celebration of Lansdowne’s creative community. Explore open artist studios, live music, gallery exhibitions, sidewalk pop-ups, and special late-night business […]

Free

PARK(ing) Day Philadelphia

The number of parks throughout Philadelphia increases dramatically each year on the third Friday in September, when activists, artists, architects, and other citizens transform metered parking spaces into temporary public parks.  Known as PARKing) Day, this annual event re-imagines the possibilities of 140 square feet […]

Shady Brook Farm FallFest

Shady Brook Farm FallFest

Shady Brook Farm 931 Stony Hill Rd., Yardley, PA, United States

Experience the delights of autumn at Shady Brook Farm’s legendary FallFest! Get lost in the Sesame Street corn maze, pick pumpkins, enjoy live music, and discover the Eerie Illuminations Halloween Light Show. Food, bonfires, hayrides, and over 25 attractions await all ages! DATES, TIMES, AND […]

Revelations: An Evolution of Introspection

Revelations: An Evolution of Introspection

InLiquid 1400 N American St #314, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Two photographers, Donald Camp and Clarence Williams, reflect on the history of Hurricane Katrina in their two-person exhibition, Revelations: an Evolution of Introspection, at the InLiquid Gallery in the Kensington neighborhood in Philadelphia, PA.  Ideally, this artwork and the education our programming will provide can […]

Free

The Great Philadelphia Comedy Magic Walking Tour

Philly Magic Tours 4th and Ranstead Streets, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Looking for fun "things to do"? Check out Old City Philadelphia's Walking Magic Show! Award-winning magician, Robert Malissa, created a walking tour to historic and offbeat locations, each of which is the basis for a comedic and mind-bending performance. The walking tours are appropriate for […]

$32.40

Movies on the Mall: “National Treasure 2”

Independence Mall Philadelphia, PA, United States

Enjoy a free screening of "National Treasure 2" on Independence Mall in partnership with Independence Visitor Center. Bring your own blankets/chairs and get ready for an evening of entertainment.

Spruce Street Dance Nights at Spruce Street Harbor Park

Spruce Street Harbor Park 401 S Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Spruce Street Dance Nights Are Back! Join on select Fridays from 7:00pm – 10:00pm at the Lazy Hammock bar and stage at Spruce Street Harbor Park for themed dance nights featuring expert-led lessons and live music or DJs. Each month brings a new style, swing […]

Free

Step Beyond Celiac

Montgomery County Community College 340 Dekalb Pike, Blue Bell, PA, United States

Beyond Celiac has its sights set on a cure for celiac disease! Join us on Saturday, September 20th, to step towards a cure! Run, walk, or roll 3.1 miles – all ages and abilities are welcome! After you’ve gone the distance, enjoy a selection of […]

$30
Suzuki Pre-Twinkle Music Class

Suzuki Pre-Twinkle Music Class at Temple University Center City

Temple University Center City 1515 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Winter 2025 term of Suzuki Pre-Twinkle will run January 18 through March 22. Pre-Twinkle Classes provide opportunities for very young children to develop basic musicianship and readiness skills for success in the Suzuki approach. A core component of Pre-Twinkle classes at Temple Music Prep […]

Superhero Saturday at Please Touch Museum

Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join for Superhero Saturday at the Please Touch Museum, where kids can unleash their inner heroes with a day full of exciting activities! Dress up in your favorite superhero costume, meet the Philadelphia Avengers, get a custom caricature, do a printmaking activity, and more,

Reading Opens The World Family Literacy Fair

Salvation Army Haven of Hope 1340 Brown Street, Philadelphia, PA

Join Councilmember Katherine Gilmore Richardson, Senator Vincent Hughes, Councilmember Jeffery Young, Jr., the American Federation of Teachers, and the Philadelphia Federation of Teachers for a fantastic celebration of literacy at the Reading Opens the World Family Literacy Fair! They will be giving away 30,000 free […]

Fall Festival at Newlin Grist Mill

Newlin Grist Mill 219 Cheyney Road, Glen Mills, PA, United States

History, Archaeology, & Family Fun at the Fall Festival at Newlin Grist Mill! A local favorite, the Fall Festival features a wide variety of historic skills and trades demonstrations, archaeological excavations and activities, displays from local historical organizations, hayrides, and hands-on activities for kids of […]

$5
Open Play Saturdays

Open Play Saturdays

Baby Gear Group Jenkintown 2278 Mt Carmel Ave, 2nd Floor, Glenside, United States

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 […]

$15

Hispanic Literacy Festival & Community Baby Shower

Southwark School 1835 S 9th St, Philadelphia, PA

Celebrate culture, community, and early childhood at this special event designed for families, educators, and caregivers! Enjoy a day filled with… Meet & Greet with Book Authors Free Book Distribution Book Bags & School Supplies Free Baby Shower Essentials Food Trucks Family-Friendly Fun & More!

Woodford Apple & Pawpaw Festival

Woodford Mansion 2300 North 33rd Street, Philadelphia, PA

Celebrate the season with traditional cider pressing, apple and pawpaw tastings, pumpkin painting, mansion tours, and festive activities for the whole family in historic Fairmount Park!

Woodford’s 16th Annual Community Apple Festival & Pawpaw Palooza

Woodford Mansion 2300 North 33rd Street, Philadelphia, PA

Apple Festival: 11 am – 2 pm  Pawpaw Palooza: 12 – 4 pm Join POP, Woodford Mansion, and Fair Amount Food Forest for Woodford’s 16th Annual Community Apple Festival (now featuring Pawpaws as well!). Activities will include: fresh cider making apple & pawpaw tasting pawpaw […]

We Are the Seeds Philly

We Are the Seeds Philly

Cherry Street Pier 121 N Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Enjoy live performances, painting, a panel discussion, and a marketplace celebrating indigenous arts and culture at the 6th Annual We Are the Seeds Philly event. This year, there will be a pow-wow, beautiful dancers representing a diversity of styles and regions. The weekend will be […]

Saturday Movie Matinees at Sunset Social

Saturday Movie Matinees at Sunset Social

Sunset Social 129 S 30th St, Philadelphia, PA

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 […]

70th Annual Hero Thrill Show

Xfinity Mobile Arena PArking Lot 3601 South Broad Street, Philadelphia

Rev up for cool wheels and a hot show: There’ll be a whole lot of cool rubber burning and hot wheels churning at the 70th Annual Hero Thrill Show, a day of fun, tribute, and tradition in the parking area of the Xfinity Mobile Arena […]

$15
El Mercado Cultural at Cherry Street Pier

El Mercado Cultural at Cherry Street Pier

Cherry Street Pier 121 N Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

El Mercado Cultural is a Fleisher initiative focused on contributing creative and marketing resources to new merchants, restaurant owners, and market vendors completely free of charge. From product and food photography to digital marketing and branding, Fleisher’s intent is to capture the natural intersection between […]

The Great Philadelphia Comedy Magic Walking Tour

Philly Magic Tours 4th and Ranstead Streets, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Looking for fun "things to do"? Check out Old City Philadelphia's Walking Magic Show! Award-winning magician, Robert Malissa, created a walking tour to historic and offbeat locations, each of which is the basis for a comedic and mind-bending performance. The walking tours are appropriate for […]

$32.40