Philadelphia Family Community Calendar
Available on select School District of Philadelphia (SDP) half-days, School Age Studio: Trees, Buildings + Bodies is a hands-on, project-based design workshop that allows students to be designers in a studio. Students will learn the design process through activities and exercises to design and build […]
Date night at West Philly Tool Library: learn about boro, traditional Japanese patchwork, and create a set of coasters inspired by this technique! $40, cost flexible.
Free movies nights in the park are the perfect way to welcome spring and gather with the community! Enjoy a family-friendly activity at 7:30 pm, followed by the movie at 8 pm. FRIDAY, MAY 2: Inside Out 2 (PG) Pre-movie activity provided by Shofuso Japanese Cultural Center FRIDAY, […]
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
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 […]
Enjoy a flower-filled stroll this Mother’s Day Weekend and celebrate the opening of Festival of Fountains with the return of daily fountain performances. Take in a spectacular Illuminated Fountain Performance Friday (The Piano Men), Saturday (Here You Come Again), and Sunday (Where the Heart Is) evenings when […]
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 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. […]
Shop the wares of 80+ curated vendors at this craft bazaar! There will also be Make + Takes by Project Joy, Craft Nation, and Printadelphia. Enjoy a full cash bar and food by Philly Taco. Free to enter.
Roxborough Development Corporation and Roxborough Ridge Runners Car Club team up to present a giant day on Ridge Avenue as two of the biggest spring traditions join forces for the first time! The 23nd Annual Roxborough Spring Fest and the 23rd Annual Rockin' the Ridge […]
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” […]
Up Next! is a free monthly open jam session providing a platform for Philly’s creative youth to learn, perform, collaborate, and grow. Every second Saturday, The Lounge at World Cafe Live offers an all-ages, alcohol-free environment, showcasing our city’s up-and-coming talent while building community across […]
In this workshop hosted by Bonnie MacAllister, learn methods to dye cotton fabrics with wildflowers and natural plants, creating an organic textile that will be one of a kind! All plant-based materials included. Event is a drop-in, budget 30 minutes to 1 hour during 12 […]
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 […]
Philadelphia’s own all-women tap company, The Lady Hoofers Tap Ensemble, is coming to the Annenberg Center. The 2025 Spring Concert Series features innovative choreography by Michael J. Love and Dolores Sanchez, audience favorites by Katie Budris and Kat Echevarría Richter, and a world premiere by […]
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 […]
Dine at Positano Coast for Brunch or Dinner and enjoy a memorable day and an exceptional dining experience. Featuring a special a la carte menu, specialty cocktails and a special flower available for all Mother figures in attendance. For all reservations, call 215-238-0499.
Take a moment of peace at East Fairmount Park before your Mother's Day brunch with yoga in the park. This collaboration between Fairmount Park Conservancy and Tula Yoga is a wonderful way to carve out time for yourself in the greenspace, no matter what your […]
Take Mom on a Delaware River brunch cruise! There will be a chef-prepared buffet, bottomless mimosas, DJ entertainment, games, and dancing. This is a fun and unique way to celebrate a special day.
Fire up your creativity this Mother's day! Sip mimosas and enjoy some catered snacks as you and your mother, grandmother, favorite aunt or best friend spend some quality time learning something new and creating unique pottery that you'll cherish for years to come. Preregistration is required. […]
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 […]
Enjoy a flower-filled stroll this Mother’s Day Weekend and celebrate the opening of Festival of Fountains with the return of daily fountain performances. Take in a spectacular Illuminated Fountain Performance Friday (The Piano Men), Saturday (Here You Come Again), and Sunday (Where the Heart Is) evenings when […]
Join 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. […]
Celebrate the history of motherhood and the legacy of Anna Jarvis (the founder of Mother's Day) at this tea party! You'll get to do a craft, listen to storytime, try historic teas, and view a special exhibit of Anna Jarvis' belongings. Reservations required as space […]
Here's a Mother's Day activity you probably haven't encountered: making upcycled bookmarks out of old books! At East Passyunk bookstore A Novel Idea, owners Alex and Christina be teaching this fun craft and providing bubbly to make it extra festive. $30 for 1 ticket, $50 […]
Enjoy a creative and fun-filled Mother’s Day experience! Join Jackie Small for a flower crown workshop and build your own cake treat with Mallory Valvano of Party Girl Bake Club. Choose your own toppings and enjoy them along with a mimosa from the mimosa bar. […]
Join other folks grieving their mother or a mother-like figure for a Mother’s Day Grief Brunch at Rowhouse Grocery in South Philadelphia. Whether your mother figure has passed away or is, for whatever reason, no longer in your life, your grief is welcome. Greeting Grief […]
Treat Mom like a Queen at this special Mother's Day edition of Brunch is a Drag! The theme is 80s vs 90s, and you're encouraged to dress accordingly. Get ready for nostalgia and fabulousness with The Crazy Cat Lady of Drag, Astala Vista, and the […]
Shop the wares of 80+ curated vendors at this craft bazaar! There will also be Make + Takes by Project Joy, Craft Nation, and Printadelphia. Enjoy a full cash bar and food by Philly Taco. Free to enter.
What better way to spoil Mom than with an amazing, elegant dining experience at Lacroix at The Rittenhouse Hotel? This all-day brunch includes chef-curated stations and delicious desserts. Reservations recommended. From $90 per guest + tax.
Hidden River Outfitters leads this professionally guided tour of the tidal Schuylkill which includes equipment rental, instructions on how to paddle and safely operate the kayak, and a little over an hour out on the river. $40/person ($5/person discount available for groups of 5 or more people […]
