Get ready for the kickoff of the free, family-friendly fishing program. All ages are welcome to learn how to fish. Gear and instruction are provided. This event occurs every third Saturday through October.
Campus Philly’s CollegeFest, returning September 14-20, 2026, is the week college students fall in love with Philly! Using your free CollegeFest pass, stop by on Friday to make wax seals, cards and letters. Then, come back on Saturday to try out water marbling! Get your […]
Join neighbors and artists in Rittenhouse Square for the Fall 2026 Fine Art Show. With exhibits from over 100 artists, this event is sure to satisfy art lovers from all walks of life. Check out the gallery of artists here, and plan your weekend!
Join Historic Fair Hill each Saturday afternoon for storytimes, games, arts & crafts, gardening, scavenger hunts, and more!
Paws in the pool is back this year! Before we “paws” our pools for the season, we invite our canine friends for a day of swimming, splashing and socializing in our fenced-in outdoor pool and grassy area! Both the toddler pool and heated main pool […]
There’ll be a whole lot of cool rubber burning and hot wheels churning at the 71st Annual Hero Thrill Show, a day of fun, tribute and tradition in the parking area of the xfinity mobile Arena (formerly the Wells Fargo Center) in South Philadelphia on […]
We will open our doors from noon to 5:00 PM and invite everyone to discover the new Center for Dance! Our Open House and Community Celebration is free and open to the public, and promises to be a historic celebration for Philadelphia Ballet and our […]
Join your neighbors and friends for an afternoon of delicious foods, local beers, live music, craft artists and flea marketers. This event is kid friendly and dog-on-a-leash friendly. Interested in vending, volunteering or sponsoring? Please contact Tim Lidiak at tim.newboldcdc@gmail.com. Proceeds from drink ticket purchases benefit […]
Join for the We Are the Seeds: Indigenous Arts & Culture Festival + Pow Wow, part of the PECO Multicultural Series, at Cherry Street Pier. Free and open to the public. Rain or shine. Time: Sat. 12 PM to 9 PM; Sun. 11 AM to […]
Join the Philadelphia Area Disc Alliance (PADA) for a FREE learn-to-play ultimate frisbee clinic! This clinic is specifically for girls and nonbinary athletes in middle school (grades 5-8). Clinic participants will learn the basics of ultimate frisbee, build their skills, and play fun games. Any […]
Taught and led by Lindsey Gill, a certified yoga instructor, Chair Yoga uses a chair instead of a mat to make yoga more accessible for those with knee and wrist limitations. Please wear comfortable clothing and prepare to have fun. No prior experience or registration […]
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 […]
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 […]
History, Archaeology, & Family Fun! A local favorite, the Fall Festival features a wide variety of historic skills and trades demonstrations, archaeological excavations and activities, displays from local historical organizations, hayrides, and hands-on activities for kids of all ages! In addition there will be vendors […]
Nerd Fest celebrates comic books, trading cards, toys and crafts. Meet artists, writers and costume groups. Special guest artist Neil Vokes. Kids can interact with costumed characters from Star Wars. There will be a costume contest for all ages. Fun for the whole family.
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 […]
Join neighbors and artists in Rittenhouse Square for the Fall 2026 Fine Art Show. With exhibits from over 100 artists, this event is sure to satisfy art lovers from all walks of life. Check out the gallery of artists here, and plan your weekend!
Join for the We Are the Seeds: Indigenous Arts & Culture Festival + Pow Wow, part of the PECO Multicultural Series, at Cherry Street Pier. Free and open to the public. Rain or shine. Time: Sat. 12 PM to 9 PM; Sun. 11 AM to […]
Paws in the pool is back this year! Before we “paws” our pools for the season, we invite our canine friends for a day of swimming, splashing and socializing in our fenced-in outdoor pool and grassy area! Both the toddler pool and heated main pool […]
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 us for Live Reggae Sundays this summer at Winston on the Water. Summer Residency-June 21st to Sept. 27th, showcasing the city's best live Reggae & Steel Pan music with a late-nite Summer Blaze Dance Party. Get Ready for the Ultimate Island escape right on […]
The critically acclaimed Drunk Black History show returns to the "City of Brotherly Love" to highlight more local Black talent and Black History stories! Featuring a stellar lineup of comedians, podcasters, writers, and experts who are hilariously tipsy while recounting the stories of overlooked figures […]
Families can enjoy free live music under the stars at Live & Local, presented by 4333 Collective. Set along the waterfront at Spruce Street Harbor Park, the event features talented local bands, stunning skyline views, food, drinks, and plenty of hammock vibes. A feel-good night […]
What do you want America to be like in the future? Perhaps you have a wish for your own future? Visit our wish wall, located in the 2nd Floor West Gallery, and write or draw your vision for our nation's future. Your wish will then […]
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 […]
At the Museum of the American Revolution, families can view The Declaration’s Journey exhibit, presented by Griffin Catalyst, which marks the 250th anniversary of the nation's founding. Come together to explore the history and global impact of the Declaration of Independence from 1776 to current […]
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 […]
Join We Walk PHL at Cobbs Creek Park at 61st! 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. […]
Bring the family at Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library for an interactive storytime. Every Monday, this event includes favorite read-aloud books, songs, and craft that's fun for the whole family!
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 […]
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 […]
What do you want America to be like in the future? Perhaps you have a wish for your own future? Visit our wish wall, located in the 2nd Floor West Gallery, and write or draw your vision for our nation's future. Your wish will then […]
At the Museum of the American Revolution, families can view The Declaration’s Journey exhibit, presented by Griffin Catalyst, which marks the 250th anniversary of the nation's founding. Come together to explore the history and global impact of the Declaration of Independence from 1776 to current […]
Ministry of Awe is a new, ever-evolving immersive art experience in Philadelphia that's located inside a 19th-century bank and transformed into a surreal world packed with fun for the family. Each act of wonder yields infinite returns. When visitors enter the ATM, they end up […]
Join We Walk PHL in East Fairmount Park at The Discovery Center! 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 […]
