Allied Gaymer Forces at The Attic Youth Center
The Attic Youth Center 255 South 16th St, PhiladelphiaFun competitive gaming sessions on PS4 and Nintendo Switch. Ages 14-23
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The Best Things To Do in Philly with Kids
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Philly History Book Club
Historic St. George's Museum & Archives 326 New St., Philadelphia, PA, United StatesHistoric St. George’s Museum & Archives and Christ Church Preservation Trust are teaming up to explore diverse—and often overlooked—stories from Philadelphia’s rich history. Each month, a book will be selected that highlights the events and figures who helped shape the Philly of today. Join the […]
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MomMom Ceramic Ghost Glaze Workshop
Fleisher Art Memorial 719 Catharine St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin South Philly Time Capsule’s Sue Liedke for a MomMom Glaze Workshop celebrating the spooky charm of vintage Halloween! Each participant will receive a bisque-fired ceramic ghost, cast from a vintage mold. Choose between two classic designs. Participants will decorate their ghost using a variety […]
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Ghost Tour of Philadelphia
Signers' Garden 434-498 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesRuns 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 […]
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Brauhaus Schmitz Oktoberfest at the Armory
23rd Street Armory 2345 Armory Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesStep inside the 23rd Street Armory and be transported to Munich’s Wies’n! Philadelphia’s biggest Oktoberfest brings together Hofbrau beer, German specialties, Oompah bands, and thousands of pretzels beneath a festive Bavarian tent. Three lively sessions over two days...prost!
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Science After Hours: Fright @ Night
Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesCelebrate the art of transformation. Costumes are encouraged for this Halloween-inspired Science After Hours. Channel an alter ego or push fashion beyond its limit, this is your space to experiment without rules! From bold fashion to animal mimicry to playful imagination, explore the limitless creativity […]
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Boo at the Zoo
Philadelphia Zoo 3400 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesGather 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 […]
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Hellerick’s Fall Festival
Hellerick's Family Farm 5500 N Easton Road, Doylestown, PA, United StatesGather 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, […]
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Barrington Harvest Festival
Clements Bridg Road Clements Bridge Road, Barrington, NJBring the whole family to one of the area’s largest harvest celebrations! Explore over 100 craft and food vendors, classic cars, live music, stage shows, bounce houses, pony rides, a petting zoo, and fun for all ages along Clements Bridge Road. Barrington, NJ is about […]
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Science Story Time at The Academy of Natural Sciences
The Academy of Natural Sciences 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin Academy educators and fellow young natural history enthusiasts for a special science story time! Each month features a different family-friendly science story followed by a fun, hands-on craft activity. Catch the fun the second weekend of each month, Saturday and Sunday, at 11 a.m. […]
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Trick-or-Treat Scavenger Hunt at Sister Cities Park
Sister Cities Park 210 N 18th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesKids are invited to embrace their silly side as live entertainers offer unique programs.
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Open Play Saturdays
Baby Gear Group Jenkintown 2278 Mt Carmel Ave, 2nd Floor, Glenside, United StatesOpen 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 […]
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Trick or Treat Scavenger Hunt
Sister Cities Park 210 N 18th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesKids are invited to embrace their silly side as live entertainers offer unique programs.
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Meet the Women of the 18th Century at the Betsy Ross House
Betsy Ross House 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesMeet 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.
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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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American Philosophical Society Family Fun Day
American Philosophical Society Museum 104 South Fifth Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesInspired by APS Museum's 2025 exhibition, Philadelphia, The Revolutionary City, take part in a variety of activities as they welcome the fall weather and celebrate the remaining months of their current exhibition. There will be hands-on activities, games, and snacks for the whole family.
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Dilworth Park Fall Market
Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesCelebrate the autumn season right in Center City! Browse work by 20+ local artisans and food vendors at Dilworth Park. Discover art, crafts, jewelry, seasonal eats, and more—perfect for fall shopping and family fun.
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Reading of the Epworth Poltergeist Spooky Story
Historic St. George's Museum & Archives 326 New St., Philadelphia, PA, United StatesHear a spooky retelling of the Epworth Poltergeist by Dr. Olivia Cacchione. In 1716, a poltergeist began to haunt the Wesley family in their home at the Epworth Parsonage. For the next year, disturbing noises permeated the house, ranging from quiet footsteps to deafening crashes. […]
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Brauhaus Schmitz Oktoberfest at the Armory
23rd Street Armory 2345 Armory Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesStep inside the 23rd Street Armory and be transported to Munich’s Wies’n! Philadelphia’s biggest Oktoberfest brings together Hofbrau beer, German specialties, Oompah bands, and thousands of pretzels beneath a festive Bavarian tent. Three lively sessions over two days...prost!
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8 Seconds Rodeo at The Laicouras Center
The Laicouras Center 1776 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PAEight Seconds Rodeo Gallops into Philadelphia for the First Time on October 11, 2025 Get ready for a night of grit, glory, and heart-pounding action as Eight Seconds Rodeo makes its highly anticipated debut in Philadelphia on October 11, 2025. Known for electrifying crowds, this […]
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Ghost Tour of Philadelphia
Signers' Garden 434-498 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesRuns 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 […]
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Boo at the Zoo
Philadelphia Zoo 3400 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesGather 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 […]
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Hellerick’s Fall Festival
Hellerick's Family Farm 5500 N Easton Road, Doylestown, PA, United StatesGather 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, […]
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Free Admission at The Michener Museum
Michener Art Museum 138 South Pine Street, Doylestown, PA, United StatesThe Michener Museum is now free of charge on the second Sunday of every month. The free second Sunday and evening hours on first Thursday are possible due to a $400,000 grant from the Art Bridges Foundation, whose Access for All program is funding 64 […]
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Science Story Time at The Academy of Natural Sciences
The Academy of Natural Sciences 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin Academy educators and fellow young natural history enthusiasts for a special science story time! Each month features a different family-friendly science story followed by a fun, hands-on craft activity. Catch the fun the second weekend of each month, Saturday and Sunday, at 11 a.m. […]
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Fall Fest at the Kaiserman JCC
Kaiserman Jewish Community Center 45 Haverford Road, Wynnewood, PA, United StatesCelebrate the season at the Kaiserman JCC's FREE community-wide Fall Fest! Enjoy music, yard games, food trucks, a vendor market, and more. Kids can explore bounce houses, obstacle courses, enjoy face painting, a petting zoo, and themed crafts. Many activities require tickets or an unlimited […]
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Shipbuilding Free Family Day
American Swedish Historical Museum 1900 Pattison Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin the American Swedish Historical Museum for a Free Family Day inspired by ships and shipbuilding and celebrate the US Navy’s 250th anniversary! Celebrate 250 Years of Shipbuilding in Greater Philadelphia, and try out engineering and nautical-themed activities in the Museum galleries including designing and […]
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Family Craft Table at Museum for Art in Wood
Museum for Art in Wood 141 N. 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesStop in for a creative, fun-filled afternoon at the Museum for Art in Wood’s Family Craft table. Experience the Museum’s current exhibition, A Plank in a Shipwreck: Windgate Arts Residency Program in Wood 2025, the Permanent Collection, and unique handmade items in the Museum store. […]
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Dilworth Park Fall Market
Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesCelebrate the autumn season right in Center City! Browse work by 20+ local artisans and food vendors at Dilworth Park. Discover art, crafts, jewelry, seasonal eats, and more—perfect for fall shopping and family fun.
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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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The Bearded Ladies host The Kids Department
The Wanamaker Building 1301 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PAJoin 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 […]
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Day Camp at Mister John’s Music (Daily Rates Available)
Mister John's Music 761 S 8th St., Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaMister John's Music is thrilled to offer day camps for 5-10 year olds when Philly students are out of school! Expect singing, dancing, ukulele class, arts and crafts, all manners of games, and if it’s warm enough, a lunch trip to neighboring parks (Fleisher Art […]
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Fleisher Art Memorial Day Off Camp (Ages 5-11)
Fleisher Art Memorial 719 Catharine St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesFleisher offers day off camps on some Philadelphia School District closings. Join them for a full day of art-filled fun in their studios! Projects will change for each one day camp but explore art across different mediums and inspired by unique themes. Be ready to […]
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Boo at the Zoo
Philadelphia Zoo 3400 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesGather 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 […]
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Hellerick’s Fall Festival
Hellerick's Family Farm 5500 N Easton Road, Doylestown, PA, United StatesGather 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, […]