Philadelphia Family Community Calendar
We can’t wait to see you at PanCAN PurpleStride Philadelphia, on Saturday, April 26, 2025! PurpleStride is an amazing day where survivors, families, caregivers, friends, physicians and researchers celebrate people currently affected, honor those we’ve lost and take steps to end pancreatic cancer. Check out […]
In collaboration with Bird Town, PA and as part of the Philly City Nature Challenge, Riverbend invites you to join their Spring Bird Walk. Walk with birder and conservationist Phil Witmer or Riverbend Education Director Suzanne Safran as they lead you on a leisurely walk […]
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 […]
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
Join St. Christopher's Hospital for Children at the Juvenile Arthritis Family Day! Juvenile Arthritis Family Day is for families of children and teens with juvenile arthritis and other childhood rheumatic diseases. Parents, kids, and teens will have a chance to connect with others and develop […]
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.
The Winter 2025 term of Suzuki Pre-Twinkle will run January 18 through March 22. Pre-Twinkle Classes provide opportunities for very young children to develop basic musicianship and readiness skills for success in the Suzuki approach. A core component of Pre-Twinkle classes at Temple Music Prep […]
The Spring 2025 term of Suzuki Pre-Twinkle will run April 5 through June 7 (no class on 4/19 and 5/24). Pre-Twinkle Classes provide opportunities for very young children to develop basic musicianship and readiness skills for success in the Suzuki approach. A core component of […]
Join members of the Philadelphia Orchestra for the final Sound All Around of the season! Dance and sing with them as they take you through the entire orchestra family, exploring how the instruments sound.
Design Gym's Design a Doodad workshop series presents Cookie Garden! How much do you know about the native plants here in Philadelphia? Find out how we can best contribute to our ecosystem with this delectable workshop that brings together landscape design and cookie decorating. Bring […]
Experience springtime on a colonial farm at Peter Wentz Farmstead's Sheep Shearing Day! Watch the farmers shear sheep to get them ready for the warm weather. Then, follow the “wool to wardrobe” process as living historians demonstrate spinning, weaving, and other textile crafts. Hear about […]
Join your neighbors from across Montgomery and Bucks Counties and Northeast Philly for the 3rd Annual Crooked Billet History Fair -- which celebrates the Revolutionary War's Battle of the Crooked Billet -- a wonderful afternoon for adults, seniors, families, students, kids, educators, enthusiasts, and anyone […]
Build, Create & Innovate with Mini Makers Robotics at Drexel! 🌟 A STEAM-Powered Experience Encourage your child’s love for Robotics in a collegiate environment filled with exciting resources like 3D printing labs, design studios, and neurodiverse-friendly spaces! 👦 For Kids Ages 3–6 The one-hour Mini […]
Spring is here—time to get outside and get building! Activate your little innovator on Saturdays with Robot Builders, a hands-on robotics class at Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design—the creative hub of Drexel University! 🔹 Designed for kids ages 6-8 🔹 Hands-on STEAM […]
Join members of the Philadelphia Orchestra for the final Sound All Around of the season! Dance and sing with them as they take you through the entire orchestra family, exploring how the instruments sound.
The Zoo invites families to celebrate Holi, the Festival of Colors! Enjoy a day of Indian music, dance, and food, featuring artists from Philadelphia's Indian American community. Learn how Holi marks the arrival of spring, the blossoming of love, and a time for forgiveness. Join […]
Are your kids bored on Saturdays? Are you looking to reduce screen time over the winter and spring months? Try something different! Supplement your child’s learning at school, decrease boredom, and encourage YOUR CHILD’s interest in STEAM through Robotics. Take a break from the “norm” […]
Join CAMERATA PHILADELPHIA, a non-profit musical ensemble, for the following program: Sean Sibelius String Trio in G minor, JS 210 Theme & Variations in D minor for Solo Cello, JS196 Duo for C for Violin & Viola, JS66 Canon in G minor for Violin & […]
Volunteer Days involve packing food boxes at The Mama-Tee Pop-Up Grocery Store™ (2203 Washington Ave) and delivering them to the Mama-Tee Fridge locations throughout the city. Their mission is to provide nourishing food to low-income communities in Philadelphia that are experiencing food insecurity. They believe […]
The Spring 2025 term of Beginning Guitar for Kids will be April 5 through June 7 (no class on 4/19 and 5/24), Saturdays at 3pm. This class offers children an opportunity to learn the guitar in a fun, supportive group setting. Classes will address the […]
There's fun for the whole family at Monster Jam Live, with awesome trucks, amazing stunts and action-packed excitement you won't want to miss. Watch as 12,000lb trucks stand on two wheels and fly through the air and be in the middle of all the intense […]
Lace up your running shoes for the 2025 Run Wild for the Zoo 5K! Join over 2,000 others for a fun run through the Philadelphia Zoo, supporting the 1,900 amazing animals that call it home. It's a unique chance to run inside the Zoo and […]
Grab everything from savory BBQ to sweet desserts as Philadelphia’s best food trucks and gourmet food vendors take on historic Main Street Manayunk at StrEAT Food Festival. Taste test the best and enjoy festival shopping from a variety of local vendors and Manayunk merchants. The […]
Manayunk StrEAT Festival will return to Main Street this year with 70+ food trucks and food vendors lining the main strip of the historic neighborhood. The most award-winning food trucks from Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware and beyond will be firing up everything from Instagram-worthy food […]
Please join Bridesburg Community Partners for their second annual Spring Fling. This day of family fun will include craft vendors, food trucks, a live band, face painting, a bounce house, and a Mother's Day flower garden and flower pot painting activity.
Family Art Day is completely free day at PAFA that invites families to spend Sunday afternoons making art and exploring the Museum together. Bring the whole family to PAFA to enjoy free art workshops, learn new skills, and make an exciting art project. All ages […]
Join members of the Philadelphia Orchestra for the final Sound All Around of the season! Dance and sing with them as they take you through the entire orchestra family, exploring how the instruments sound.
Join members of the Philadelphia Orchestra for the final Sound All Around of the season! Dance and sing with them as they take you through the entire orchestra family, exploring how the instruments sound.
Take-a-Tour Tuesday offers an opportunity to learn more about Friends' Central School. During the tour, visitors will meet teachers, administrators, and students, providing a window into the school's experience. The tour highlights the school's outstanding curriculum, warm classroom culture, incredible opportunities, and excellent facilities, illustrating […]
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!
On Tuesdays at 11 AM, Bustleton Library hosts a family storytime. Bring your babies, toddlers, and older siblings for stories, songs, and play!
Join local storyteller Ana Atach for Canticuentos: songs and stories in Spanish, with a new animal theme each week. Spanish beginners (and their animal toys) welcome! Intended for ages 0 to 5 years old, along with a caregiver. Siblings welcome. Meets on Tuesdays from March […]
Riverbend believes in the joy that comes from time spent outdoors. Budding Naturalists, their Caregiver and Me Program, seeks to foster a connection with nature for young learners. Join Riverbend educators for a preschool-friendly nature-based program that includes a story, a craft, a nature activity, […]
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. In your new role as caregiver, sometimes you simply need to feel heard — to be seen […]
The Philadelphia Zoo will present its Spotlight Series during select months in 2025. The series will celebrate favorite animals through special talks, enrichment activities, take-home crafts, themed food and beverages, and educational experiences. The Spotlight Series is included with regular Zoo admission. In May, the […]
