Philadelphia Family Community Calendar

Celebrate Revolutionary Women Past and Present for Mother’s Day

Museum of the American Revolution 101 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

This Mother’s Day Weekend, Saturday, May 11 – Sunday, May 12, 2024, join us at the Museum of the American Revolution to celebrate the diverse, inspiring women who played vital – often unsung – roles on both the home front and the battlefield during the Revolutionary War. […]

Event Series The Art of the Brick

The Art of the Brick

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 […]

Event Series AdventureWoods at Awbury

Adventure Woods at Awbury Arboretum

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 […]

Under The Canopy: Animals of the Rainforest

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 […]

Eastern State Penitentiary Free Neighbor Day

Eastern State Penitentiary 2027 Fairmount Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Eastern State Penitentiary invites their neighbors in the 19130 and 19121 zip codes to visit FREE of charge every 2nd Sunday of the month, no reservations required!   Eastern State Penitentiary was the world’s first penitentiary—a prison designed to inspire penitence—and now operates as a museum […]

Celebrate Revolutionary Women Past and Present for Mother’s Day

Museum of the American Revolution 101 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

This Mother’s Day Weekend, Saturday, May 11 – Sunday, May 12, 2024, join us at the Museum of the American Revolution to celebrate the diverse, inspiring women who played vital – often unsung – roles on both the home front and the battlefield during the Revolutionary War. […]

Event Series Play Unstoppable Festival

Play Unstoppable Festival

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 […]

Event Series Art Star Craft Bazaar

Art Star Craft Bazaar

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

Spring Art Star Craft Bazaar Mother’s Day Weekend May 11th and May 12th, 2024, 11am-5pm at Cherry Street Pier 121 N. Christopher Columbus Blvd Philadelphia, PA 19106 Free to enter, pets welcome on a leash Cherry Street Pier is covered so the event is protected […]

Mother’s Day at Thirsty Dice

Thirsty Dice 1642 Fairmount Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Thirsty Dice will celebrate Mother's Day with FREE Library Passes for the day (normally $7 per person to play unlimited games), and a FREE mimosa flight for mom with FOUR specially flavored mimosas. Cheers to that!  

Roller Skating at Dilworth Park

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, […]

Event Series PECO Family Jam

PECO Family Jam

Philadelphia's Magic Gardens 1020 South Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

PECO Family Jams are PMG’s one-of-a-kind, family-oriented programs, featured every second Sunday of the month between NOON and 4:00 p.m. All PECO Family Jam programs are free with admission and no reservations are required, but visitors must still purchase museum admission tickets. Tickets are timed […]

Mother’s Day Celebration at City Winery: Dining Specials & Shows (see times)

City Winery 900 Filbert St., Philadelphia, PA, United States

City Winery Philadelphia is ready to raise a glass to all the amazing moms as they prepare to host celebratory events throughout the venue. On Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 12, 2024, there will be a comedy brunch, jam session, and delicious selection of brunch items available to ensure that moms feel the […]

Postpartum + Play: Gentle Movement for Parents and Pre-crawling Babies

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 […]

Little Wildlings Nature Explorers

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 […]

Event Series The Art of the Brick

The Art of the Brick

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 […]

Event Series Play Unstoppable Festival

Play Unstoppable Festival

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 […]

Roller Skating at Dilworth Park

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, […]

Songs & Stories with Krystal

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!

Event Series Baby Wordplay in the Park

Baby Wordplay in the Park

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 […]

Event Series The Art of the Brick

The Art of the Brick

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 […]

Event Series Play Unstoppable Festival

Play Unstoppable Festival

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 […]

Roller Skating at Dilworth Park

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, […]

Event Series Center City Fit

Center City Fit

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.   […]

“Message in a Bottle” Presented by Ensemble Arts Philly

Miller Theater 250 S Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

  Ensemble Arts – the new presenting brand of the Kimmel Cultural Campus and The Philadelphia Orchestra – in partnership with The Shubert Organization, Sadler’s Wells, and Universal Music UK, present Message In A Bottle, a new dance theatre production by Sadler’s Wells Associate Artist Kate […]

Event Series The Art of the Brick

The Art of the Brick

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 […]

Museum Adventures Preschool Program

The Rosenbach 2080-2010 Delancey Place, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Calling all preschoolers! Come play with The Rosenbach on the third Wednesday morning of every month. Everyone will read a story together and then embark on a treasure hunt through the Rosenbach brothers’ glitzy Rittenhouse Square home to discover things that relate to the story. […]