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Come for a free literacy based event for young people toddlers to teens. Free books, vendors and literacy activities. Local authors and a free book passport leading to a free book buddy (fun fidget) when the passport is complete!
Families are invited to enjoy a fun-filled day in Rittenhouse at the annual Trick or Treat Trail! Children of all ages can visit over 100 participating Rittenhouse Row stores and restaurants for free, public trick-or-treating. To join the trail, download the official event map from […]
Families are invited to experience the magic of the season at Otherworld Philadelphia’s Hallowonders, a limited-time fall and Halloween-themed installation, starting on October 18th until November 3rd. This seasonal experience features six new autumn-inspired exhibits, along with festive trick-or-treat events offered throughout the month. Hallowonders […]
Come join Riverbend on October 25th or November 1st to welcome some new trees to their nature preserve! Bring your friends and family along to help plant native trees and provide homes for animals that live in our forests. These are pay what you wish […]
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 […]
Make your own pinch pots at Historic St. George's Museum & Archives! Their "Crafting History" program is FREE for all kids. Drop-in on October 25th between 11:00 am-1:00 pm.
Meet the Women of the 18th Century representing the diverse population of Colonial Philadelphia at the Betsy Ross House! Learn about their lives and the era they lived in by hearing their true, interactive stories.
Celebrate the spooky season with a day full of fall-inspired activities and Halloween fun for all ages. From hands-on programming to festive photo opportunities, there’s something for the whole family to enjoy. Featured Programming: That’s Gross! Live Science Show: Get ready to laugh, learn, and squirm as we […]
Join the fun at Cherry Street Pier for Taste of the Philippines, a vibrant celebration of Filipino American History Month hosted by the Philippine American Chamber of Commerce – Greater Philadelphia. Part of the PECO Multicultural Series’ 30th Anniversary, this family-friendly event features local performers, […]
Join Historic Fair Hill each Saturday afternoon for storytimes, games, arts & crafts, gardening, scavenger hunts, and more!
Bring the whole family for some magical, Halloween fun at Otherworld Philadelphia! Your family can enjoy trick-or-treat candy stations throughout the exhibits, get creative with Halloween-themed arts and crafts, and warm up with delicious hot chocolate. Kids in costume receive 50% off admission!
Visit Stenton Museum on Saturday, October 25th, 1-3pm, for an afternoon of family friendly fall fun! All ages are welcome to enjoy games, crafts, face-painting, pumpkin painting, and a spooky cellar tour! Light refreshments and cider will be served. Event is free, please RSVP. Thanks […]
Join Al-Bustan for a community gathering of live music and togetherness. The Árabe Mahrajan is built around the album release and live performance of Amanda Ekery and her touring musicians. Ekery is a vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, and composer with roots in Syria and Mexico. Her work […]
Step into a world of timeless elegance and unforgettable melodies as the Philly Pops present Luck Be A Lady — a swingin’ salute to the music of Frank Sinatra and Tony Bennett. Inspired by the iconic final concert collaboration Bennett and Lady Gaga, velvety-smooth vocalists […]
Celebrate a favorite East Falls tradition at the 7th Annual Halloween Parade & Block Party, hosted by Rutabaga Toy Library! This free, family-friendly event kicks off with a lively neighborhood parade at 3:30 PM, followed by an afternoon of music, games, local treats, and festive […]
Greetings, Halloween Lovers! Get ready to mark your calendars for a spine-tingling 2nd annual Haunted Haddon Night Market at the ever-popular Haddon Event Square in Haddon Township, NJ! It's a weekend of magical family fun at the Haunted Haddon Market of Magic & Curiosities! Expect […]
For over 20 years, The Stagecrafters of Chestnut Hill has delighted families with its annual Halloween program—and it’s back for the 2025 season! This year’s performance features a spirited mix of stories and poems by authors like Lewis Carroll, Edgar Allan Poe, Jerry Seinfeld, and […]
Runs nightly through October 31! Get in the Halloween spirit with bone-chilling tales from beyond the grave on a Candlelight Ghost Tour of Philadelphia! Unearth spine-tingling stories of wandering ghosts, haunted houses steeped in mystery, and hidden burial grounds on a walking tour of Old […]
Join Philly PR Girl and The O’Hara Home Team for the 10th Annual Turkey Day Tailgate on Sunday, October 26, 2025, from 8 am - 12 pm at FDR Park before the Eagles take on the Giants. Guests can enjoy a Thanksgiving-inspired feast, private luxury […]
The Philadelphia Kidney Walk 2025 is a 2-mile non-competitive walk at Philadelphia's Navy Yard, offering family fun, music, and Zumba, raising funds for the National Kidney Foundation. Participation is free. The event serves as a vital source of support, providing assistance to those affected by […]
Gather your ghosts and goblins, put on your favorite costume, bring a bag, and trick-or-treat throughout the Zoo. Be sure to visit all our animal exhibits to see who might be munching on pumpkins or playing with Halloween-themed enrichment! Enjoy seasonal décor, photo opportunities, festive […]
Gather your family and friends and head to the scenic rolling hills of Bucks County, PA for a day of unforgettable farm fun at Hellerick’s Fall Festival! General Admission grants you access to their 18-acre Adventure Farm, featuring a wagon ride, a 5-acre corn maze, […]
Families are invited to experience the magic of the season at Otherworld Philadelphia’s Hallowonders, a limited-time fall and Halloween-themed installation, starting on October 18th until November 3rd. This seasonal experience features six new autumn-inspired exhibits, along with festive trick-or-treat events offered throughout the month. Hallowonders […]
East Passyunk invites you some spooktacular fun! Bring the whole family out for Fall Fest on October 26th from 11am to 4pm for pedestrian-only fun on East Passyunk Ave between Morris and Dickinson Streets and specials up and down the entire Avenue!
Activities 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 […]
Join your favorite Bearded Ladies’ hosts on Sunday afternoons at the Kids Department: a performance series tailor-made for young fans! Enjoy family-friendly live music, interactive performances, and endless opportunities for imagination and play. Plus, it’s the perfect time for grown-ups to take a well-earned Time […]
Kick off Philly Cider Week with this community-friendly Sunday Cider Stroll at the historic Headhouse Shambles, hosted by The Food Trust and South Street Headhouse District. Families can enjoy apple-based drinks, seasonal snacks, and activities for all ages, including face painting, raffles, and live bluegrass […]
Gather your family and friends and head to the scenic rolling hills of Bucks County, PA for a day of unforgettable farm fun at Hellerick’s Fall Festival! General Admission grants you access to their 18-acre Adventure Farm, featuring a wagon ride, a 5-acre corn maze, […]
Families are invited to experience the magic of the season at Otherworld Philadelphia’s Hallowonders, a limited-time fall and Halloween-themed installation, starting on October 18th until November 3rd. This seasonal experience features six new autumn-inspired exhibits, along with festive trick-or-treat events offered throughout the month. Hallowonders […]
Museum of Illusions Philadelphia adds a playful Halloween twist this season! From Monday, October 27 through Friday, October 31, 2025, families can enjoy early trick-or-treating. Kids will collect treats while exploring mind-bending exhibits like Head on a Plate, the Ames Room, and the Vortex Tunnel, […]
Plan for an evening of candy, costumes, and community fun. Guests are invited to dress up and trick-or-treat through the Town Center as participating shops and restaurants hand out candy. Costumed pets (on leash) are welcome, too. After filling up on sweets, kids and parents […]
This 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 […]
Gather your family and friends and head to the scenic rolling hills of Bucks County, PA for a day of unforgettable farm fun at Hellerick’s Fall Festival! General Admission grants you access to their 18-acre Adventure Farm, featuring a wagon ride, a 5-acre corn maze, […]
Museum of Illusions Philadelphia adds a playful Halloween twist this season! From Monday, October 27 through Friday, October 31, 2025, families can enjoy early trick-or-treating. Kids will collect treats while exploring mind-bending exhibits like Head on a Plate, the Ames Room, and the Vortex Tunnel, […]
On Tuesdays at 11 AM, Bustleton Library hosts a family storytime. Bring your babies, toddlers, and older siblings for stories, songs, and play!
