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!
💞 Check out our sister Community Calendars too: Main Line Parent and Bucks County Parent.
📬 Make the most of family life around Bucks County with your weekly HIGH FIVE for the best weekend events, tips, and local stories— delivered to your inbox every Thursday.
🗓️ Have an event to share? Join Philadelphia Family as a Member to receive priority coverage! Click the banner above to submit a family-friendly event for consideration.
The African American Museum in Philadelphia (AAMP) is proud to present, “Shared Vision: Portraits from The CCH Pounder-Koné Collection,” featuring paintings from the personal collection of award-winning actress, CCH Pounder. This exhibition, curated exclusively for AAMP, is a stunning collection of contemporary art that spans the African […]
Explore paleontology’s final frontier in Ice Dinosaurs, the Academy’s exciting new special exhibit. Transport yourself to the Late Cretaceous period in the Arctic Circle, where dinosaurs actually lived year-round in extreme polar environments. This brand-new, immersive and educational experience brings this era to life with animatronic […]
Light through a glass spring features work by artists Cynthia Goodman Brantley and Emily Selvin. Emily’s translucent glass and Cynthia’s glowing drawings play with mixing non-literal forms and perceived function. Both artists embrace openness in their pieces, and leave their work available to viewers’ analysis. […]
Enjoy one of Philadelphia’s premier winter light shows for FREE! The Electrical Spectacle Light Show presented by PECO is Winter in Franklin Square’s main attraction. Hundreds of thousands of LED lights make the Square the perfect backdrop for your winter Instagram pictures. This year celebrates Ben […]
Feel the warmth this winter at Longwood Gardens! Escape the winter blues in their beautiful glasshouses while marveling at their brand new West Conservatory. Explore the Cascade Garden, a lush, tropical paradise full of waterfalls and exotic plants and stroll through their classic conservatories where […]
Treat your family to a fantastic dining experience during Center City Restaurant Week! From January 19th to February 1st, enjoy delicious prix-fixe menus at participating restaurants with dinners starting at just $40 and lunches at $20.
Get ready for delicious deals! Northern Liberties Restaurant Week is back with tasty prix fixe menus at your favorite spots. Enjoy 3+ courses for $25, $35, or $45!
Join the Philadelphia Film Society for a week-long celebration of Black film and TV from the '90s! Enjoy classic movies and connect with fellow film lovers.
World Premiere Inspired by real-life cases of Chinese American scientists being targeted for allegedly carrying out economic espionage, this satirical play follows a fictitious math professor, who finds himself scrutinized by the FBI and his own university colleagues, while simultaneously navigating a delicate relationship with […]
Dilworth Park’s popular winter attractions are returning for the season! The Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink will again offer skating seven days per week, the Greenfield Lawn will host reindeer topiaries in the Wintergarden and the Rothman Orthopaedics Cabin will round out the park’s seasonal transformation. Visit each […]
Discover the rich heritage, culture, and achievements of African Americans this Black History Month at the Free Library of Philadelphia. Events will be scheduled across the city's 50 plus branches, where visitors can explore the library's diverse collection and attend special events designed to entertain […]
Celebrate Black History Month all month long at the Please Touch Museum
Join local musical group Ants on a Log for an Ice Cream for Breakfast Day Concert! This FREE event will be extra special as the Ants welcome Brittany Lynn to participate in the festivities! Join us for a magical morning of songs and stories. After […]
Are your little ones bored on Saturdays and looking for something to do over the winter months? Try something different! Supplement your child’s learning at school, reduce screen time and boredom, and encourage YOUR CHILD’s interest in STEAM through Robotics. Break away from the “norm” […]
Meet influential African Americans from Colonial America and hear true stories of the Black experience in Philadelphia history for free at the Betsy Ross House during Black History Month! History Maker Saturdays Saturdays in February from 11am – to 4pm, meet a different African American historical figure, […]
Bundle up and head on over to Manayunk for a frosty, fun-filled day at the Founders Philly Freeze-Out. Founders Brewing Company and the Manayunk Development Corporation are teaming up to transform Main Street into a winter wonderland featuring exciting activities for everyone. The free, family-friendly […]
Come hear The Philadelphia Orchestra as they present, Peter and the Wolf.
Children and families will soar into Neverland in this enchanting production of Peter Pan at the Arden Theatre. J.M. Barrie's beloved characters come to life as audiences meet the adventurous Wendy Darling, mischievous Tinker Bell, the notorious Captain Hook, the rambunctious Lost Boys, and a […]
Are your kids bored on Saturdays? Are you looking to reduce screen time over the winter and spring months? Try something different! Supplement your child’s learning at school, decrease boredom, and encourage YOUR CHILD’s interest in STEAM through Robotics. Take a break from the “norm” […]
Delve into Deep Time at Wagner's First Saturday Open House! Embark on a journey through time at the Wagner Free Institute of Science! Experience the evolution of hearing through music: Join Paleontologist and singer-songwriter Matthew Bonnan and his band for a live performance of "Once […]
Join the Fashion District for a Lunar New Year celebration featuring Chinese lion dancers from the Philadelphia Suns, kids crafts, festive decor and photo ops. Plus, the participating Fashion District shops offer Digital Red Envelopes with special deals from January 24 through February 16, 2025.
Saturday, February 1, 2025 @ 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Lunar New Year at the Rail Park Free Celebrate Lunar New Year at the Rail Park! Usher in the year of the Wood Snake with a flower market, family-friendly activities, refreshments, waist drum and tai […]
Celebrate Black History Month with free books, author meet-and-greets, and exciting activities for kids. Explore the power of reading and discover amazing Black stories. The annual literary showcase — one of the oldest and largest events of its kind in the nation — highlights the […]
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 […]
The Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation Philadelphia Service Center will be holding its annual Lunar New Year Blessing Ceremony on Saturday, 2/1/2025 @ 1:45 PM at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown. It is an opportunity for people to get together as a community and a family, to […]
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 […]
Children and families will soar into Neverland in this enchanting production of Peter Pan at the Arden Theatre. J.M. Barrie's beloved characters come to life as audiences meet the adventurous Wendy Darling, mischievous Tinker Bell, the notorious Captain Hook, the rambunctious Lost Boys, and a […]
Event Address: Near Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, PA 19131. The address will be disclosed prior to the event. Contact us at (267) 213-6787 or info@FiveSpicePhilly.com We are extremely excited to bring the Holiday Season/Chinese Lunar New Year Hand Made Dumpling Event back to Philadelphia this year! […]
Temple University is proud to present this year’s Lunar New Year celebration with a prancing lion, traditional Chinese dancers and a delicious menu in the Rothman Orthopaedics Cabin. Ice skating sessions will be available throughout the evening. Tickets to the Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink can be […]
Celebrate the Year of the Snake with partners from Philadelphia’s Chinatown: Philly Suns Lion Dancers at 5pm, crafts for children with Asian Arts Initiative, red envelope surprise giveaways, and a free dumpling workshop with Michael Chow from Sang Kee Peking Duck House.
Dilworth Park’s popular winter attractions are returning for the season! The Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink will again offer skating seven days per week, the Greenfield Lawn will host reindeer topiaries in the Wintergarden and the Rothman Orthopaedics Cabin will round out the park’s seasonal transformation. Visit each […]
Event Address: Near Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, PA 19131. The address will be disclosed prior to the event. Contact us at (267) 213-6787 or info@FiveSpicePhilly.com We are extremely excited to bring the Holiday Season/Chinese Lunar New Year Hand Made Dumpling Event back to Philadelphia this year! […]
Bring the whole family to the Lunar New Year Parade in Chinatown! Enjoy exciting music, dazzling lion dances, and the vibrant sounds of drums and firecrackers - all meant to bring good luck to the community. The parade starts at 10th and Spring Streets.
Meet influential African Americans from Colonial America and hear true stories of the Black experience in Philadelphia history for free at the Betsy Ross House during Black History Month! History Maker Saturdays Saturdays in February from 11am – to 4pm, meet a different African American historical figure, […]
Dilworth Park’s popular winter attractions are returning for the season! The Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink will again offer skating seven days per week, the Greenfield Lawn will host reindeer topiaries in the Wintergarden and the Rothman Orthopaedics Cabin will round out the park’s seasonal transformation. Visit each […]
