Philadelphia Family Community Calendar

Family Game Night

Rutabaga Toy Library 3426 Conrad St c2, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Weekly gatherings - a wonderful way to explore Rutabaga & meet new friends! Hangouts are open to the public: free for members & just $10 drop-in for non-members. From RING TOSS to BINGO to TWISTER, there’s something for all ages at Rutabaga’s weekly game night!

Everyday Futures Fest 2024

Da Vinci Art Alliance 704 Catharine St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

This year, Da Vinci Art Alliance (DVAA) has 30 plus programs running through the month of April, and on the day of the block party itself, 30+ vendors, orgs tabling, and food pop-ups. Events range in craft, focus, and approach to sustainability, from an Appalachian […]

Event Series Namaste India

Namaste India

Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Experience the vibrant art, food, and culture of India — a country rich in traditions with a focus on the future. Created by The Magic House, St. Louis Children’s Museum in partnership with the St. Louis Indian community, Namaste India encourages global awareness and cultural appreciation. In […]

Event Series The Art of the Brick

The Art of the Brick

Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Named one of CNN's Top Ten "Global Must-See Exhibitions," The Art of the Brick exhibit by artist Nathan Sawaya is a critically acclaimed collection of inspiring artworks made exclusively from one of the most recognizable toys in the world: the LEGO® brick. From child's toy to sophisticated art form and beyond, the […]

Bubble Bash – Pop Into Spring at Adventure Aquarium

Adventure Aquarium 1 Riverside Drive, Camden, NJ, United States

This spring break, Adventure Aquarium is bubbling with excitement! From March 22 through April 28, the aquarium is brewing up a bubbly bonanza with endless floating bubbles, eye-popping demonstrations and interactive activities. Embark on a bubble scavenger hunt, get showered with billions of bubbles at […]

Under The Canopy: Animals of the Rainforest

The Academy of Natural Sciences 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Travel to the most diverse ecosystem on the planet! Under the Canopy: Animals of the Rainforest is an immersive exhibition introducing you to the fascinating world of rainforests and the animals that inhabit them. Learn about unique plants and rainforest ecology as you encounter a […]

Spring Blooms at Longwood Gardens

Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, PA, United States

Spring has sprung at Longwood Gardens, Philly’s largest botanical garden. The familiar colors and fragrances of the season are ready to be experienced during the annual Spring Blooms event, offering opportunities to take in the world-renowned thousand-acre attraction’s early spring bulbs, vibrant blooms of aromatic […]

Event Series Play Unstoppable Festival

Play Unstoppable Festival

LEGOLAND Discovery Center Philadelphia Plymouth Meeting Mall, 500 W. Germantown Pike, Plymouth Meeting, PA, United States

Be unstoppable and join in the all-new LEGO fun at the unmissable 2024 Play Unstoppable Festival from April 20 – May 27! Experience the brand-new exclusive LEGO Friends 4D Movie and enjoy festival of imagination, creativity, music, and fun! Join the NEW LEGO Friends in […]

Event Series Roller Skating at Dilworth Park

Roller Skating at Dilworth Park

Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Rothman Roller Rink has returned for a fourth season at Dilworth Park! The rink is colorful and retro-inspired, featuring a checkerboard floor and an art installation overhead composed of multicolored fabric by Lucky Dog Studio.   Throughout the season there will be fun events, […]

Event Series BalletX at The Mann

BalletX at The Mann

The Mann Center 5201 Parkside Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

BalletX returns to TD Pavilion at the Mann for two extraordinary nights of dance and live music! Experience world premiere choreography by Natasha Adorlee with live music by Jac Ross, the Philadelphia premiere of Takehiro Ueyama’s Heroes (2019) with live music by Kato Hideki, and […]

Fishtown Playschool Baby and Kids Rummage Sale Fundraiser

Fishtown Playschool 418 East Girard Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Save the date! Fishtown Playschool will be hosting a baby and  kids rummage sale fundraiser on Saturday, April 27. Located at 11-1, 418 E. Girard, the school will be pricing everything to move, like an old school church rummage sale and leftovers will be donated […]

Everyday Futures Fest 2024

Da Vinci Art Alliance 704 Catharine St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

This year, Da Vinci Art Alliance (DVAA) has 30 plus programs running through the month of April, and on the day of the block party itself, 30+ vendors, orgs tabling, and food pop-ups. Events range in craft, focus, and approach to sustainability, from an Appalachian […]

Event Series Sign + Play

Sign + Play

Early Childhood Center at Pennsylvania School for the Deaf 143 W. Coulter Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join The Pennsylvania School for the Deaf for a NEW ASL class designed for families with infants and toddlers. Learn signs to communicate with your little one! Learn fun ASL rhymes! Bond with your child! The goal of this class is to provide a fun […]

Event Series Fitler Square Farmers Market

Fitler Square Farmers Market

Fitler Square Philadelphia

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 […]

Event Series Chestnut Hill Farmers Market

Chestnut Hill Farmers Market

7673 Germantown Ave (Chestnut Hill Farmers' Market) 7673 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Chestnut Hill Farmers’ Market Saturdays from 9am to 12pm Germantown Ave & Winston Lane The list of expected vendors is subject to change without notice.   https://www.farmtocitymarkets.com/markets/chestnut-hill

Rittenhouse Farmers’ Market

18th & Walnut Streets 18th & Walnut Streets, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Summer hours: Saturdays from 9am to 2pm, Tuesdays 9am to 2pm. 1800 Walnut Street, Center City, Philadelphia 19103 The list of expected vendors is subject to change without notice. View the most up-to-date upcoming market lineups.

Event Series Namaste India

Namaste India

Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Experience the vibrant art, food, and culture of India — a country rich in traditions with a focus on the future. Created by The Magic House, St. Louis Children’s Museum in partnership with the St. Louis Indian community, Namaste India encourages global awareness and cultural appreciation. In […]

Songs & Stories with Krystal

Rutabaga Toy Library 3426 Conrad St c2, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Weekly gatherings - a wonderful way to explore Rutabaga & meet new friends! Hangouts are open to the public: free for members & just $10 drop-in for non-members. Gather around to sing songs, read stories, and enjoy free play afterward.

Event Series The Art of the Brick

The Art of the Brick

Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Named one of CNN's Top Ten "Global Must-See Exhibitions," The Art of the Brick exhibit by artist Nathan Sawaya is a critically acclaimed collection of inspiring artworks made exclusively from one of the most recognizable toys in the world: the LEGO® brick. From child's toy to sophisticated art form and beyond, the […]

Event Series AdventureWoods at Awbury

Adventure Woods at Awbury Arboretum

AdventureWoods at Awbury Arboretum 6060 Ardleigh Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

From April through October 2024, AdventureWoods will be free and open to the public during the following times, weather permitting: ❦ Saturdays from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM ❦ Sundays from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM What is a natural materials playground? It is a […]

Bubble Bash – Pop Into Spring at Adventure Aquarium

Adventure Aquarium 1 Riverside Drive, Camden, NJ, United States

This spring break, Adventure Aquarium is bubbling with excitement! From March 22 through April 28, the aquarium is brewing up a bubbly bonanza with endless floating bubbles, eye-popping demonstrations and interactive activities. Embark on a bubble scavenger hunt, get showered with billions of bubbles at […]

Under The Canopy: Animals of the Rainforest

The Academy of Natural Sciences 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Travel to the most diverse ecosystem on the planet! Under the Canopy: Animals of the Rainforest is an immersive exhibition introducing you to the fascinating world of rainforests and the animals that inhabit them. Learn about unique plants and rainforest ecology as you encounter a […]

Stories of Science

Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join the Science History Institute in their museum EVERY SATURDAY for a family-friendly program that highlights the many strange and surprising stories from the history of science! Their fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Take an up-close look at interesting […]

Spring Blooms at Longwood Gardens

Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, PA, United States

Spring has sprung at Longwood Gardens, Philly’s largest botanical garden. The familiar colors and fragrances of the season are ready to be experienced during the annual Spring Blooms event, offering opportunities to take in the world-renowned thousand-acre attraction’s early spring bulbs, vibrant blooms of aromatic […]

Event Series Play Unstoppable Festival

Play Unstoppable Festival

LEGOLAND Discovery Center Philadelphia Plymouth Meeting Mall, 500 W. Germantown Pike, Plymouth Meeting, PA, United States

Be unstoppable and join in the all-new LEGO fun at the unmissable 2024 Play Unstoppable Festival from April 20 – May 27! Experience the brand-new exclusive LEGO Friends 4D Movie and enjoy festival of imagination, creativity, music, and fun! Join the NEW LEGO Friends in […]

Sail into Spring Weekends at the Museum of the American Revolution

Museum of the American Revolution 101 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Sail into Spring Weekends at the Museum and explore life at sea during the Revolutionary War. The new exhibit included a neighborhood walking tour, family-friend crafts, in-gallery talks, and stories to learn about the Continental Navy and privateers.

Philadelphia Museum of Art: Spring Salon

Philadelphia Museum of Art 2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Spring Salon In the tradition of spirited French gatherings, Philadelphia Museum of Art is bringing together artisans, intellectuals, and creatives to foster new ideas and make memories while enjoying their new public spaces and café offerings at our espresso bar. Join them each weekend in […]

Franklin Square Season Opening Day

Franklin Square 200 N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Springtime in Franklin Square means the spectacular fountain is back on and dancing to music, the SquareBurger grill is sizzling, the carousel is spinning, and new trees are being planted, all ready for the season ahead. Come for FREE rides aboard the Parx Liberty Carousel (11 am […]

Event Series Roller Skating at Dilworth Park

Roller Skating at Dilworth Park

Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Rothman Roller Rink has returned for a fourth season at Dilworth Park! The rink is colorful and retro-inspired, featuring a checkerboard floor and an art installation overhead composed of multicolored fabric by Lucky Dog Studio.   Throughout the season there will be fun events, […]

Passover Adventure: ​Playground Matzah Hunt!

Bala Cynwyd Bala Cynwyd, PA, United States

Description: Your kids will enjoy playing at the playground while searching for hidden matzah and then gather around for Passover storytime. Location: An outdoor location in Bala Cynwyd, PA; exact address will be provided upon registration. Date and Time: Saturday, April 27, 2024, 3:00 PM […]

Event Series BalletX at The Mann

BalletX at The Mann

The Mann Center 5201 Parkside Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

BalletX returns to TD Pavilion at the Mann for two extraordinary nights of dance and live music! Experience world premiere choreography by Natasha Adorlee with live music by Jac Ross, the Philadelphia premiere of Takehiro Ueyama’s Heroes (2019) with live music by Kato Hideki, and […]

Everyday Futures Fest 2024

Da Vinci Art Alliance 704 Catharine St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

This year, Da Vinci Art Alliance (DVAA) has 30 plus programs running through the month of April, and on the day of the block party itself, 30+ vendors, orgs tabling, and food pop-ups. Events range in craft, focus, and approach to sustainability, from an Appalachian […]

Event Series The Art of the Brick

The Art of the Brick

Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Named one of CNN's Top Ten "Global Must-See Exhibitions," The Art of the Brick exhibit by artist Nathan Sawaya is a critically acclaimed collection of inspiring artworks made exclusively from one of the most recognizable toys in the world: the LEGO® brick. From child's toy to sophisticated art form and beyond, the […]