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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 […]
Fall Fest at Morgan’s Pier always brings a full month of special events, fall food and drinks, and family fun to the waterfront through October 26th. Events include daily pick-your-own pumpkins and pumpkin carving (carving kits provided) starting at $5. On Sundays, expect live acoustic […]
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 […]
Come to the Philadelphia Film Society for 11 days of the best in cinema, with exclusive events, celebrations and more. You can view the full calendar of screenings and events here.
The largest, self-guided, free-to-attend tour of artist studios and creative workspaces in the region, and one of the premier open studio tour events in the country, crossing into over 26 neighborhoods throughout the city for two weekends each October. Studios East of Broad Street are […]
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 […]
Show off your Halloween costume with us! We'll start with a spooky story and then head out for a walk around the block to get a head start Trick-or-Treating. Children can explore our dress-up collection and have their face painted by an expert.
This fall the lawn at Dilworth Park will transform for Maze Days - 10 days of fall fun for everyone. Mark your calendar for this autumn experience that includes children’s storytime, themed happy hours in the seasonal beer garden, special appearances from Philly Goat Project, […]
We're in our VILLAIN era at this year's 17th Annual Scarecrow Design Contest! We can't wait to see your comic book and cartoon references, your sports nemeses, your wrongfully maligned historical figures. Scarecrows will be on display throughout the Morris October 1 – October 31. […]
The Montessori School invites interested families to come to their Open House to learn more about the Montessori approach, tour the school and observe classrooms at work.
This fall the lawn at Dilworth Park will transform for Maze Days - 10 days of fall fun for everyone. Mark your calendar for this autumn experience that includes children’s storytime, themed happy hours in the seasonal beer garden, special appearances from Philly Goat Project, […]
Come to the Morris to make a special plant-themed trick-or-treat bag using eco-printing techniques! A chance for some hands-on learning about sustainable art-making. Your trick or treat bag will be great for carrying candy, or for year-round use. $15 per bag.
A Halloween festival of epic proportions. Halloween Nights features FIVE thrilling haunted houses PLUS... - historic tours - themed bars and lounges - live entertainment - and so much more ...all within the walls of a real, abandoned 10-acre prison Halloween Nights' is recommended for kids 12 and older; children under the […]
This fall the lawn at Dilworth Park will transform for Maze Days - 10 days of fall fun for everyone. Mark your calendar for this autumn experience that includes children’s storytime, themed happy hours in the seasonal beer garden, special appearances from Philly Goat Project, […]
Get your porch decorations carved! Families with children under 16 can join the Tacony LAB Community Arts Center for a family friendly pumpkin carving. Contact the Tacony LAB to register, (267) 686-7420 or secure your spot at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/family-pumpkin-carving-ages-16-and-under-tickets-1029175109457?aff=oddtdtcreator.
Let East Passyunk Avenue cast its spell on you during the 15th Annual Witch Craft Crawl! This year, enjoy seasonal special brews and cocktails along with crafts, charms and more at over 30 bars, restaurants and shops along the Avenue. Online tickets are $6.66 and […]
A Halloween festival of epic proportions. Halloween Nights features FIVE thrilling haunted houses PLUS... - historic tours - themed bars and lounges - live entertainment - and so much more ...all within the walls of a real, abandoned 10-acre prison Halloween Nights' is recommended for kids 12 and older; children under the […]
Fintastic Fall Days at Adventure Aquarium Experience the NEW Fintastic Pumpkin Glow only at Adventure Aquarium! Discover a glowing new adventure as super-sized aquatic animals made of pumpkins take over the aquarium, ready to delight with not-so-spooky daytime fun! Explore among gigantic glowing sea […]
Discover Our Lower School: Thursday, October 24, 2024. The Lower School cultivates the imaginative capacities of first through eighth graders through integrative education and hands-on learning. When children learn by doing and are encouraged to think creatively, they are able to make connections between art, […]
An annual trip to Pumpkinland has been a family tradition for generations of Delaware Valley residents. Pick-Your-Own apples, Hayrides, Mazes, Apple Blasters, Train Rides, and Fishing all require pre-purchased timed tickets. Tickets are required for ages 1 and older. 11 months and under are complimentary. Pumpkinland […]
This fall the lawn at Dilworth Park will transform for Maze Days - 10 days of fall fun for everyone. Mark your calendar for this autumn experience that includes children’s storytime, themed happy hours in the seasonal beer garden, special appearances from Philly Goat Project, […]
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 […]
Join Ms. Kate for spooky autumn crafts at the Cecil B. Moore Library. The Library will host two free, all-ages halloween crafternoons, Thursday October 24th and Thursday October 31st.
This class is for the beginner cookier or for the person who is just curious about what cookie decorating is all about! If you have limited experience with sugar cookies, found yourself frustrated with royal icing, or if you're trying to have fun with family […]
A Halloween festival of epic proportions. Halloween Nights features FIVE thrilling haunted houses PLUS... - historic tours - themed bars and lounges - live entertainment - and so much more ...all within the walls of a real, abandoned 10-acre prison Halloween Nights' is recommended for kids 12 and older; children under the […]
Peter Gray, renowned psychologist and author of Free to Learn: Why Unleashing the Instinct of Play Will Make Our Children Happier, More Self-Reliant, and Better Students for Life, will be speaking at Philly Waldorf on October 24th. Don’t miss it! The Long-Term Harm of Early […]
Lincoln Mill Haunted House is a fully immersive horror experience featuring live scare-actors, production quality sets, animatronics, and special effects. The Haunted House features over 40 live scare actors, production-quality sets, props, animatronics, and special effects such as fog, strobes, and flashing lights. 2024 season […]
On Friday, October 25, 2024, kids are invited to join educators from the Museum of the American Revolution and fellow history-minded friends for a “Revolution, The Game” History Explorer Day Camp, a live action role play-themed program where participants can bring history to life and […]
This fall the lawn at Dilworth Park will transform for Maze Days - 10 days of fall fun for everyone. Mark your calendar for this autumn experience that includes children’s storytime, themed happy hours in the seasonal beer garden, special appearances from Philly Goat Project, […]
Experience the magic of the season during FallFest at Shady Brook Farm! Navigate through our 4-acre corn maze, hand-pick your perfect pumpkin, and immerse yourself in the beauty of our sunflower fields! Keep the fun rolling with whimsical wagon rides, live, toe-tapping tunes, and apple […]
It’s spooky season and Halloween Hikes & Hayrides is back and better than ever! Craft magical creations with the Witches of the Woods; take a hayride through our Scarecrow Gallery, roast marshmallows for s’mores, chat with our nocturnal animal friends on one of our hikes, […]
Every night in October, Philly Mini Golf transforms into spooky fun for the season with fog, lights, music, and surprises! Add some fright to your night as you putt your way through Philadelphia’s famous landmarks! Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for children.
The FREE Trick-or-Trolley will escort guests to all of their favorite Main Street haunts including Manayunk’s spookiest attraction…Lincoln Mill Haunted House! Decked out with lights, spooky decorations, music, movies, and more, the Trick-or-Trolley truly is the ultimate Halloween celebration. Don't miss the chance to meet […]
The Norwood-Fontbonne Academy is hosting a free outdoor movie night! The Bears' Big Screen will be featuring family classic Paddington on Friday, October 25. Make sure to click the link below to RSVP beforehand.
A Halloween festival of epic proportions. Halloween Nights features FIVE thrilling haunted houses PLUS... - historic tours - themed bars and lounges - live entertainment - and so much more ...all within the walls of a real, abandoned 10-acre prison Halloween Nights' is recommended for kids 12 and older; children under the […]
