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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.

Wildlife Spotlight Series at the Philadelphia Zoo

Philadelphia Zoo 3400 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Learn about your favorite species in the Philadelphia Zoo's NEW Wildlife Spotlight Series! Connect with animal experts, enjoy animal-themed activities for all ages, and experience exhibits from a new perspective. The Wildlife Spotlight Series is included with Zoo admission!   Rhino Spotlight August 22-25 | Come […]

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 […]

Saturday Free Boating

Bartram's Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, PA, United States

Bartram's Garden free public boating programs are suitable for people of all ages and skill levels. They provide all equipment and instruction for kayaking or rowboating. No registration or experience is required. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. See their Boating FAQ for complete details.

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 […]

Event Series Dinos Alive at the Da Vinci Science Center

Dinos Alive at the Da Vinci Science Center

Da Vinci Science Center 3191 Hamilton Boulevard Byp, Allentown, PA, United States

Set out on a quest to discover the largest land animals to ever set foot on our planet – the dinosaurs. Dinos Alive features full-size animatronic dinosaurs from the Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous periods, a virtual reality experience, and immersive environments guaranteed to amaze the […]

Event Series Woodmere’s Annual Straw Maze

Woodmere’s Annual Straw Maze

Woodmere Art Museum 9201 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Explore the zigzag spaces, tunnels, and multi-level views created in Woodmere's 2024 straw maze. Built with massive bales of straw and designed by architects Peter Everett Brown and Barbara Ann Sprague of BrownSprague LLC, this year’s maze provides fun and recreation for all ages. FREE for family […]

Event Series FUNBOX Bounce House at Cherry Hill Mall

FUNBOX Bounce House at Cherry Hill Mall

Cherry Hill Mall 2000 Route 38, Cherry Hill, NJ, United States

 Cherry Hill Mall is hosting the grand opening of the world's biggest bounce park, FUNBOX, for families & friends of all ages! 25,000 sq. ft. world of inflatable fun & adventure, in the mall parking lot across from JCPenney until 10/20 Attractions include Marshmallow Mountain, Temple Tower, the Ninja Wall, an […]

Philadelphia Literacy Day

1400 Block of West Susquehanna Avenue Philadelphia, PA

Author Visits to the Tree House, The Traveling Tree House, Fun and Games, and much much more! Tree House Books is excited, once again, to be bringing their annual event Philadelphia Literacy Day to Susquehanna Ave. Bringing together the community with local and national authors […]

Block Party at the Rail Park hosted by Asian Arts Initiative and Friends of the Rail Park

The Rail Park Noble Street, N Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join Asian Arts Initiative and Friends of the Rail Park to keep the summer festivities going at the Block Party at the Rail Park, this year featuring SOUND TYPE Music Festival! This free family-friendly event will showcase our community through live performances, arts activities, and […]

Event Series Les Misérables at The Academy of Music

Les Misérables at The Academy of Music

Academy of Music 240 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Still the world's most popular musical Cameron Mackintosh presents the acclaimed production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg’s Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon, Les Misérables. This brilliant staging has taken the world by storm and has been hailed as “Les Mis for the 21st Century” (Huffington Post), “a reborn […]

Event Series Les Misérables at The Academy of Music

Les Misérables at The Academy of Music

Academy of Music 240 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Still the world's most popular musical Cameron Mackintosh presents the acclaimed production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg’s Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon, Les Misérables. This brilliant staging has taken the world by storm and has been hailed as “Les Mis for the 21st Century” (Huffington Post), “a reborn […]

Grandparents Day at Please Touch Museum

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

Celebrate Grandparents Day at the Please Touch Museum with a heartwarming day of family fun and bonding! Enjoy special activities designed for grandparents and grandchildren to explore, create, and play together. Make lasting memories as you discover the museum’s interactive activities and participate in delightful […]

Wildlife Spotlight Series at the Philadelphia Zoo

Philadelphia Zoo 3400 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Learn about your favorite species in the Philadelphia Zoo's NEW Wildlife Spotlight Series! Connect with animal experts, enjoy animal-themed activities for all ages, and experience exhibits from a new perspective. The Wildlife Spotlight Series is included with Zoo admission!   Rhino Spotlight August 22-25 | Come […]

Event Series Yoga in the Park

Yoga in the Park

Lemon Hill Mansion Lemon Hill Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join Fairmount Park Conservancy and Tula Yoga for all-level yoga classes on Sundays from 10:00–11:00 AM. Find your peaceful place in the greenspace while connecting with your practice and meeting other people. These all-level classes will be led by a rotation of local Tula Yoga instructors. Classes are held […]

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 […]

Free Admission at The Michener Museum

Michener Art Museum 138 South Pine Street, Doylestown, PA, United States

The 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 […]

Eastern State Penitentiary Free Neighbor Day

Eastern State Penitentiary 2027 Fairmount Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Eastern State Penitentiary invites their neighbors in the 19130 and 19121 zip codes to visit FREE of charge every 2nd Sunday of the month, no reservations required!   Eastern State Penitentiary was the world’s first penitentiary—a prison designed to inspire penitence—and now operates as a museum […]

Event Series Dinos Alive at the Da Vinci Science Center

Dinos Alive at the Da Vinci Science Center

Da Vinci Science Center 3191 Hamilton Boulevard Byp, Allentown, PA, United States

Set out on a quest to discover the largest land animals to ever set foot on our planet – the dinosaurs. Dinos Alive features full-size animatronic dinosaurs from the Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous periods, a virtual reality experience, and immersive environments guaranteed to amaze the […]

Event Series Woodmere’s Annual Straw Maze

Woodmere’s Annual Straw Maze

Woodmere Art Museum 9201 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Explore the zigzag spaces, tunnels, and multi-level views created in Woodmere's 2024 straw maze. Built with massive bales of straw and designed by architects Peter Everett Brown and Barbara Ann Sprague of BrownSprague LLC, this year’s maze provides fun and recreation for all ages. FREE for family […]

Event Series FUNBOX Bounce House at Cherry Hill Mall

FUNBOX Bounce House at Cherry Hill Mall

Cherry Hill Mall 2000 Route 38, Cherry Hill, NJ, United States

 Cherry Hill Mall is hosting the grand opening of the world's biggest bounce park, FUNBOX, for families & friends of all ages! 25,000 sq. ft. world of inflatable fun & adventure, in the mall parking lot across from JCPenney until 10/20 Attractions include Marshmallow Mountain, Temple Tower, the Ninja Wall, an […]

PECO Family Jams: Mosaic Medallions at Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens

Philadelphia's Magic Gardens 1020 South Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Twenty years ago, Magic Gardens  was saved from demolition. How? People who believed in Isaiah Zagar’s artwork founded the nonprofit museum Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens. Today, PMG protects and preserves three sites created by Isaiah. Come celebrate PMG’s anniversary with their most popular craft. Make your […]

Event Series Maker’s Market at Spruce Street Park

Makers Market & Family Fun Day at Spruce Street Park

Spruce Street Harbor Park 401 S Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Makers Market Explore handcrafted treasures and vintage finds at the weekly Makers Market. Local artisans showcase their handmade jewelry, clothing, home décor, health and wellness items, paintings, and more. Find that perfect gift or treat yourself. Check out the pop-up collaboration with vendors from the […]

Family Funday Sunday

Spruce Street Harbor Park 401 S Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Head down to Spruce Street Harbor Park on the Philly waterfront for free, Family Funday Sunday — every Sunday this summer from 12:30 pm to 6 pm. There will be fun fitness classes, crafts, and activities, with pop-up play each week. Start your day with […]

Event Series Les Misérables at The Academy of Music

Les Misérables at

Academy of Music 240 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Still the world's most popular musical Cameron Mackintosh presents the acclaimed production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg’s Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon, Les Misérables. This brilliant staging has taken the world by storm and has been hailed as “Les Mis for the 21st Century” (Huffington Post), “a reborn […]

Brazilian Day

Spruce Street Harbor Park 401 S Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Organized by Project Capoeira, join in as they celebrate Brazil's beauty. This festival shares Brazilian arts and culture with the Greater Philadelphia region while fostering intercultural exchange and uniting the Brazilian community.   Since 2014, the festival presents a high-energy experience designed to engage, educate, […]

Sounds of Summer: Second Sunday Concert Series

Parkside Edge Parkside Avenue & W Memorial Hall Dr, Philadelphia, PA

Join Fairmount Park Conservancy and musician Luke Carlos O’Reilly as they celebrate summer with a series of free family-friendly concerts in West Fairmount Park. Gather with friends and family for an evening full of live jazz music, kid-friendly activity stations, and local food trucks – […]

Postpartum + Play: Gentle Movement for Parents and Pre-crawling Babies

kith + kin 3060 west jefferson street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

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 […]

Phillies Day at the Philadelphia Zoo

Philadelphia Zoo 3400 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Don your Phillies gear and flaunt your team spirit at the Zoo! The Philadelphia Zoo is celebrating Philly’s favorite baseball team with a day of Phillies-themed enrichment, giveaways, and more. Enjoy $1.50 hot dogs, a special appearance with the Philly Phanatic from 11 AM–12 PM, […]

Event Series Dinos Alive at the Da Vinci Science Center

Dinos Alive at the Da Vinci Science Center

Da Vinci Science Center 3191 Hamilton Boulevard Byp, Allentown, PA, United States

Set out on a quest to discover the largest land animals to ever set foot on our planet – the dinosaurs. Dinos Alive features full-size animatronic dinosaurs from the Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous periods, a virtual reality experience, and immersive environments guaranteed to amaze the […]

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. We’ll sing together a read a book during this casual circle time. Free-play afterward. Invite a friend!

Center City Fit

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

Keep it movin’ with professional trainers from City Fitness! Every week, participants of all skill levels are invited to join free outdoor workouts in the heart of Center City. Classes will change throughout the season, with Zumba kicking things off in April and May.   […]