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Join We Walk PHL at Awbury Arboretum! We Walk PHL is a program in partnership between Fairmount Park Conservancy, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation that offers free weekly walking groups at various public parks throughout the city. This program […]
Featuring award-winning children’s artists MegaRan, SaulPaul, Pierce Freelon, DJ Willy Wow, Queen Nur and more! Friday, September 25 | 10:45 AM - 12:15 PM Parway Central Library Philadelphia, PA FREE and open to the public Let’s Go to the Library! The Children’s Music Network invites […]
Just Us runs daily through October 12th, 2026. This summer, the Barnes Foundation is exhibiting works by incarcerated artists at State Correctional Institution (SCI) Phoenix, southeast Pennsylvania’s maximum-security prison for men and members of Mural Arts Philadelphia’s Rec Crew, a job readiness and life skills […]
At Kingsessing Library, little ones can learn the basics of crochet, finger knit, mushroom knit, or just get cozy with some yarn on Friday afternoons. Yarn will be out in the children’s area starting at 3:30 pm, and then Librarian Rachel will provide a short […]
Two pianos, your favorite songs and a Friday happy hour worth singing about! Join The Philly Keys at Lucy’s for an energetic evening of live music, audience requests and sing-alongs. Bring your friends, grab a drink and request the song that gets your whole crew […]
Ease into the weekend with free yoga and meditation every Friday in Old City this August and September. We recommend bringing a mat! Please note, sessions are held between two venues. Yoga & meditation sessions take place weekly at Historic St. George's Museum & Christ Church.
Join the Sandy Rollman Ovarian Cancer Foundation on September 25, 2026, at 6:40 p.m. for Phillies Ovarian Cancer Awareness Night. Fans will wear teal at Citizens Bank Park to show their support, as the Philadelphia Phillies will dedicate a game to ovarian cancer awareness. A […]
Families can catch free live jazz on the waterfront at Spruce Street Harbor Park, featuring an exceptional lineup of musicians in partnership with Rising Sun Presents. Think skyline views, soulful music, food, drinks, and a laid-back lounge atmosphere. Open to all ages and not to […]
Newlin Grist Mill and Wild Birds Unlimited (Glen Mills) have teamed up to explore the wonderful world of bird life! Join them for monthly naturalist-led walks through the 160-acre park at Newlin Grist Mill. They will meet year-round residents, visit exciting migrants, and learn the […]
Join We Walk PHL at FDR Park! We Walk PHL is a program in partnership between Fairmount Park Conservancy, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation that offers free weekly walking groups at various public parks throughout the city. This program welcomes […]
Join We Walk PHL at Fotterall Square Park! We Walk PHL is a program in partnership between Fairmount Park Conservancy, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation that offers free weekly walking groups at various public parks throughout the city. This program […]
Established in 2003 and now run directly by Brogue Hydroponics, this market is located in picturesque Fitler Square Park. The year-round market is a regular Saturday morning routine for residents of the neighborhood. The Food Trust is proud to include Fitler Square Farmers Market as […]
Join We Walk PHL at Awbury Arboretum! We Walk PHL is a program in partnership between Fairmount Park Conservancy, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation that offers free weekly walking groups at various public parks throughout the city. This program […]
Join We Walk PHL at Carroll Park! We Walk PHL is a program in partnership between Fairmount Park Conservancy, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation that offers free weekly walking groups at various public parks throughout the city. This program welcomes […]
Established in West Philly in 1998, this market is one of The Food Trust’s largest with a wide variety of fruits, vegetables, baked and canned goods, meats and specialty products. Clark Park Saturday market is a neighborhood favorite that operates year-round thanks to support from […]
Make a splash at the Delaware River Festival, a free day of family fun along the Philly Waterfront! Explore games, crafts, and hands-on activities led by environmental educators while learning more about the Delaware River. Enjoy the festivities at Penn’s Landing in Philadelphia, head across […]
At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]
From March 28, 2026 to February 14, 2027, Botany of Nations is a groundbreaking exhibition that offers a culturally layered, new perspective on the legendary Lewis and Clark Corps of Discovery, co-curated with ethnobotanist and author Enrique Salmón, PhD, and developed with contributions from Indigenous […]
3DPrintopia® Brings a Weekend of Big Ideas, Fast Racers and Hands-On 3DPrinting Fun to the Pennsylvania Convention Center! The two-day celebration invites makers, families, students, creators, engineers and the 3D curious to see what happens when imagination gets a third dimension. WHEN Saturday, Sept. 26 […]
Families are warmly invited to discover the Southeast Asian Market in FDR Park, a Philadelphia tradition over 35 years in the making, officially opening for the 2026 season on Saturday, April 4 and open every weekend until October 31. More than a market, this vibrant […]
Practice beginner-friendly yoga on Saturdays at Lawncrest Library! Stretch the body and mind with yoga led by Elizabeth from Yoga4Philly. Mats provided but feel free to bring own mats. Please wear comfortable, warm clothes. All ages welcome.
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 […]
Join Historic Fair Hill each Saturday afternoon for storytimes, games, arts & crafts, gardening, scavenger hunts, and more!
Philly AIDS Thrift presents a free, family-friendly celebration! The Philly AIDS Thrift 21st Anniversary Block Party will take place on the 700 block of South 5th Street on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 12:00 to 6:00 pm, right in front of the store! The fun-filled […]
Festival season isn’t over quite yet!! Join neighbors and friends for South Street Fall Fest 2026 🍁✨🍂 Spanning eight blocks of South Street, Fall Fest is a community-rooted experience featuring a unique theme on each block, brought to life by District businesses. The festival offers […]
Volunteers can help Newlin Grist Mill and make the park a better place for wildlife and people! The Habitat Stewards group meets once a month to work on outdoor tasks related to habitat restoration and species conservation. Projects vary by month but include things like […]
Learn about the unfinished struggle over freedom, citizenship, democracy and equality after the Civil War. This period shaped issues that Americans confront to this day: white nationalist backlash, political violence, the power of the federal government, affirmative action and how the nation approaches inequalities. Despite […]
Join community members at AWA to celebrate our pollinator gardens, learn about the beautiful monarch butterfly, make pollinator crafts, and more!
We are all wound up to invite you to Philly’s first-ever Crankie Festival, an evening of storytelling in scrolling panoramic art with live music and song! Come out for a head-turning, soul-feeding time with our sublime line up of local artists. 4-6pm Matchbox Crankie Workshop […]
Join We Walk PHL at Fernhill Park! We Walk PHL is a program in partnership between Fairmount Park Conservancy, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation that offers free weekly walking groups at various public parks throughout the city. This program welcomes […]
Families can visit the National Constitution Center for its Sensory-Friendly Days. These are accessible learning experiences for people of all abilities and their families. Visitors with sensory-processing challenges can explore the museum in a secure and comfortable environment that includes modified programming and emotionally safe […]
Relax and recharge during Wellness on the Waterfront presented by Independence Blue Cross with Three Queens Yoga every Monday (6PM), Thursday (6PM), and Sunday (10AM). Join fellow fanatics in this series of summer fitness classes, including yoga and more at Race Street Pier. Bring a […]
Ladies, grab your sneakers and get ready to build! Join us for Raise the Woof: A Women’s Build, a hands-on afternoon where women can learn new construction skills, get comfortable with power tools, and create something special for shelter pets. Working together in rotating stations, […]
3DPrintopia® Brings a Weekend of Big Ideas, Fast Racers and Hands-On 3DPrinting Fun to the Pennsylvania Convention Center! The two-day celebration invites makers, families, students, creators, engineers and the 3D curious to see what happens when imagination gets a third dimension. WHEN Saturday, Sept. 26 […]
Enjoy two events in one day, as the afternoon launches the first-ever 'Festival of Festivals'. A unique celebration of local festivals, block parties, night markets, special talent and unique vendors that fuel the cultural gatherings produced during Philly’s 250th anniversary. Visitors can expect vendors, food […]
