Family Fun Saturdays at Historic Fair Hill
Historic Fair Hill 2901 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin Historic Fair Hill each Saturday afternoon for storytimes, games, arts & crafts, gardening, scavenger hunts, and more!
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The Best Things To Do in Philly with Kids
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Preview Weekend of The Christmas Village
City Hall and LOVE Park 1500 Arch St., Philadelphia, PA, United StatesStep into a preview of the Christmas Village before its official debut on November 27th, 2025! On Preview Weekend on November 22nd and 23rd, your family can wander through a winter wonderland, meet first vendors, and sip a warm beverage as you shop for festive […]
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Philadelphia’s Christmas Village
City Hall and LOVE Park 1500 Arch St., Philadelphia, PA, United StatesEnjoy the magic of the Christmas Village at City Hall and LOVE Park from November 22nd through December 24th. With free admission, visitors can experience an authentic German-style market filled with twinkling lights, festive treats, and handcrafted gifts. Some activities include riding the Ferris wheel, […]
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Salvation Army Red Kettle Kickoff at Christmas Village
City Hall and LOVE Park 1500 Arch St., Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin the annual Salvation Army Red Kettle Kickoff on November 22nd, 2025 at Christmas Village in Philadelphia, where red kettles throughout the market offer visitors a meaningful way to support those in need this holiday season. The village opens for Preview Weekend November 22nd-23rd, with […]
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The Source of Self Regard Silent Reading and Discussion Session
InLiquid 1400 N American St #314, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesThe event will begin with a silent reading of selections from Toni Morrison’s essay collection, The Source of Self Regard. Afterwards, Shakira King will lead a discussion connecting the readings with the artwork on display in InLiquid Gallery, in an exhibition also titled “The Source […]
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Metropolitan Ballet Company’s “Cinderella” at Abington Friends School
Abington Friends School 575 Washington Lane, JENKINTOWN, PA, United StatesMetropolitan Ballet Company opens its 2025-2026 season on November 22nd at Abington Friends School with an enchanting production of Cinderella as part of their Family Concert Series. This magical story ballet features exuberant dancing that will delight children of all ages, along with two original […]
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Design A Doodad: Tuft Stuff – Medium at Design Gym
Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesDesign A Doodad is a fun two-part tufting workshop happening on November 21st and 22nd with Crimson Thread Workshop. Young artists will learn design skills and create their own tufted artwork (up to 28 × 28 inches) using studio tools and materials. Space is limited […]
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Metropolitan Ballet Company’s “Cinderella” at Abington Friends School
Abington Friends School 575 Washington Lane, JENKINTOWN, PA, United StatesMetropolitan Ballet Company opens its 2025-2026 season on November 22nd at Abington Friends School with an enchanting production of Cinderella as part of their Family Concert Series. This magical story ballet features exuberant dancing that will delight children of all ages, along with two original […]
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Chilly Philly Mini Golf at Franklin Square
Franklin Square 200 N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesFranklin Square's beloved mini golf course transforms into Chilly Philly Mini Golf for the winter season, featuring festive lights, seasonal music, and playful wintertime decorations throughout all 18 holes. As Center City's only outdoor mini golf course, families can enjoy the holidays with a fun […]
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PAX Unplugged 2025
Pennsylvania Convention Center 1101 Arch St., Philadelphia, PA, United StatesCelebrate all things tabletop gaming at PAX Unplugged 2025, featuring: An expansive expo hall featuring over 300 of tabletop gaming’s biggest developers and publishers In-depth panel discussions from top industry professionals and content creators from across YouTube, TikTok, and Twitch Live events featuring iconic gaming […]
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Holidays in Franklin Square
Franklin Square 200 N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesHolidays in Franklin Square runs from November 20, 2025, to January 4, 2026, featuring the Electrical Spectacle Light Show presented by PECO, with hundreds of thousands of lights set to seasonal music. Guests can enjoy festive activities like Chilly Philly Mini Golf, Street Curling, fire […]
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Indoor Golf Season Open House at Fairways & Dreams
Fairways & Dreams Indoor Golf Plymouth Square Shopping Center, 200 Ridge Pike, Suite 206, Conshohocken, United StatesFairways & Dreams Indoor Golf is hosting a free Open House, celebrating the start of the Indoor Golf Season. Golf enthusiasts of all ages, from seasoned professionals to those new to the game, are invited to swing by the facility. This Open House offers an […]
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Kids’ Artmaking Adventures at Woodmere
Frances M. Maguire Art Museum 50 Lapsley Lane, Merion Station, PAJoin Woodmere Art Museum in their Kids' Artmaking Adventures at their new Children's Studio at the Frances M. Maguire Hall for Art and Education. Art projects in the studio will change on a weekly basis. Visit often to create a variety of different artworks. Recommended […]
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Preview Weekend of The Christmas Village
City Hall and LOVE Park 1500 Arch St., Philadelphia, PA, United StatesStep into a preview of the Christmas Village before its official debut on November 27th, 2025! On Preview Weekend on November 22nd and 23rd, your family can wander through a winter wonderland, meet first vendors, and sip a warm beverage as you shop for festive […]
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Philadelphia’s Christmas Village
City Hall and LOVE Park 1500 Arch St., Philadelphia, PA, United StatesEnjoy the magic of the Christmas Village at City Hall and LOVE Park from November 22nd through December 24th. With free admission, visitors can experience an authentic German-style market filled with twinkling lights, festive treats, and handcrafted gifts. Some activities include riding the Ferris wheel, […]
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Family Funday with PopUpPlay
Spruce Street Harbor Park 401 S Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesActivities 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 […]
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Nutcracker Performance at Electrical Spectacle in Franklin Square
Franklin Square 200 N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin Philadelphia Youth Ballet dancers as they perform excerpts from Philadelphia Dance Academy's The Nutcracker! This event takes place at the Electrical Spectacle in Franklin Square on November 23 at 5:00 pm. Grab a hot cocoa and join them to kick off the holiday season […]
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Metropolitan Ballet Company’s “Cinderella” at Abington Friends School
Abington Friends School 575 Washington Lane, JENKINTOWN, PA, United StatesMetropolitan Ballet Company opens its 2025-2026 season on November 22nd at Abington Friends School with an enchanting production of Cinderella as part of their Family Concert Series. This magical story ballet features exuberant dancing that will delight children of all ages, along with two original […]
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Chilly Philly Mini Golf at Franklin Square
Franklin Square 200 N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesFranklin Square's beloved mini golf course transforms into Chilly Philly Mini Golf for the winter season, featuring festive lights, seasonal music, and playful wintertime decorations throughout all 18 holes. As Center City's only outdoor mini golf course, families can enjoy the holidays with a fun […]
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Daily: On the Land, In the Sea Exhibition
Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard 1001 Intrepid Avenue, Philadelphia, United StatesAn 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 […]
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Holidays in Franklin Square
Franklin Square 200 N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesHolidays in Franklin Square runs from November 20, 2025, to January 4, 2026, featuring the Electrical Spectacle Light Show presented by PECO, with hundreds of thousands of lights set to seasonal music. Guests can enjoy festive activities like Chilly Philly Mini Golf, Street Curling, fire […]
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Philadelphia’s Christmas Village
City Hall and LOVE Park 1500 Arch St., Philadelphia, PA, United StatesEnjoy the magic of the Christmas Village at City Hall and LOVE Park from November 22nd through December 24th. With free admission, visitors can experience an authentic German-style market filled with twinkling lights, festive treats, and handcrafted gifts. Some activities include riding the Ferris wheel, […]
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Chilly Philly Mini Golf at Franklin Square
Franklin Square 200 N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesFranklin Square's beloved mini golf course transforms into Chilly Philly Mini Golf for the winter season, featuring festive lights, seasonal music, and playful wintertime decorations throughout all 18 holes. As Center City's only outdoor mini golf course, families can enjoy the holidays with a fun […]
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Delaware County Symphony Explorers
McNichol Art Gallery, Thomas A. Bruder Life Center Neumann University 1 Neumann Dr, Aston, PA, United StatesDelaware County Symphony offers a free Symphony Explorers program for elementary and middle school students with a parent or guardian on Monday, November 24 at Neumann University's McNichol Art Gallery in Aston. Students will learn about the clarinet, preview music from the December 7th concert, […]
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Reimagined Street Scenes
Old City Publishing 628 North 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA, PA, United StatesThis installation features six illuminated art panels handcrafted by Lisa Marie Patzer Studios. The visuals are inspired by photographic 35mm slides shot by Ben Kabakow, a NYC postal worker and photographer. Lisa Marie Patzer is a digital media artist, designer, and entrepreneur creating site-specific art […]
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Holidays in Franklin Square
Franklin Square 200 N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesHolidays in Franklin Square runs from November 20, 2025, to January 4, 2026, featuring the Electrical Spectacle Light Show presented by PECO, with hundreds of thousands of lights set to seasonal music. Guests can enjoy festive activities like Chilly Philly Mini Golf, Street Curling, fire […]
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Family Storytime at Bustleton Library
Bustleton Library 10199 Bustleton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesOn Tuesdays at 11 AM, Bustleton Library hosts a family storytime. Bring your babies, toddlers, and older siblings for stories, songs, and play!
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Philadelphia’s Christmas Village
City Hall and LOVE Park 1500 Arch St., Philadelphia, PA, United StatesEnjoy the magic of the Christmas Village at City Hall and LOVE Park from November 22nd through December 24th. With free admission, visitors can experience an authentic German-style market filled with twinkling lights, festive treats, and handcrafted gifts. Some activities include riding the Ferris wheel, […]
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Chilly Philly Mini Golf at Franklin Square
Franklin Square 200 N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesFranklin Square's beloved mini golf course transforms into Chilly Philly Mini Golf for the winter season, featuring festive lights, seasonal music, and playful wintertime decorations throughout all 18 holes. As Center City's only outdoor mini golf course, families can enjoy the holidays with a fun […]
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Yoga On The Pier
Pennypack on the Delaware 7801 State Road, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin 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 […]
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Daily: On the Land, In the Sea Exhibition
Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard 1001 Intrepid Avenue, Philadelphia, United StatesAn 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 […]
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Holidays in Franklin Square
Franklin Square 200 N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesHolidays in Franklin Square runs from November 20, 2025, to January 4, 2026, featuring the Electrical Spectacle Light Show presented by PECO, with hundreds of thousands of lights set to seasonal music. Guests can enjoy festive activities like Chilly Philly Mini Golf, Street Curling, fire […]
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Philadelphia’s Christmas Village
City Hall and LOVE Park 1500 Arch St., Philadelphia, PA, United StatesEnjoy the magic of the Christmas Village at City Hall and LOVE Park from November 22nd through December 24th. With free admission, visitors can experience an authentic German-style market filled with twinkling lights, festive treats, and handcrafted gifts. Some activities include riding the Ferris wheel, […]
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Philadelphia Zoo Butterfly Tree and Pherris Wheel Lighting Celebration
Philadelphia Zoo 3400 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesPhiladelphia Zoo's LumiNature presented by PNC returns with over a million twinkling lights for their tree lighting celebration along with the grand opening of the Philly Zoo Pherris Wheel, a 110-foot observation wheel offering stunning views of the illuminated displays and city skyline. New this […]
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Chilly Philly Mini Golf at Franklin Square
Franklin Square 200 N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesFranklin Square's beloved mini golf course transforms into Chilly Philly Mini Golf for the winter season, featuring festive lights, seasonal music, and playful wintertime decorations throughout all 18 holes. As Center City's only outdoor mini golf course, families can enjoy the holidays with a fun […]