Discover family-friendly events with the Philadelphia Family Community Calendar. Our team adds fresh content every week to help you make the most of raising kids in Philly, from the baby and little ones-stage through the teen years and beyond! Please be sure to check with the host location about their health and safety protocols, as well as their registration requirements, prior to heading out!
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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.
Toddlers will make marbleized paper with shaving cream and then valentines from the paper. Kids Club Toddlers class is a one hour art class for kids from 2 years old to 5 years old. Parents must attend with their child. Tacony LAB Class Enrollment and […]
The Franklin Institute Celebrates Black History Month From inspirational pioneers in engineering to courageous trailblazers in space, TFI celebrates the influential contributions of Black scientists, innovators, and engineers, both past and present. Throughout the month, images of notable African American achievers in science, including Astronaut […]
Don’t miss the 4th annual “Leaders and Legends of Philadelphia” exhibit at Smith Memorial Playground, a free, interactive Black History Month exhibit for families. It honors the contributions of local African American leaders across a wide range of fields, including fields whose impact has made […]
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 […]
The African American Museum in Philadelphia celebrates and commemorates Black History Month by exploring the theme of “African Americans and the Arts.” Offering inclusive programming for visitors of all ages and backgrounds, the exhibit aims to bring together diverse audiences in greater appreciation of the Black Experience. […]
Celebrate Valentine’s Day Feb. 1–25, at Philly Mini Golf with LOVE. Adorable decorations and red and pink lights adorn the Philly Mini Golf course, setting a dreamy mood for you and your Valentine! Cost is $15 for adults and $12 for children.
Alma Thomas was famous for her nature inspired art and her success despite discrimination. Come learn about her life and make a finger-painted abstract artwork of your own. You will be painting, so please dress for mess! This program is aimed at early elementary school […]
Explore the rich history of Philadelphia's Seventh Ward, a testament to the city’s diverse past and indomitable spirit. Now known as Society Hill and Graduate Hospital, this area once served as a vibrant epicenter for Black Americans in the 19th century. But cultural shifts and […]
Sawubona Creativity Project and The N Crowd present a fun Saturday morning for the whole family! From 11:00am-11:30am children will have a moment of free play to explore the theatre, the games, toys and arts and crafts, while parents and guardians meet and mingle. At […]
Manayunk and Founders Brewing Company are turning Main Street into a winter wonderland on Saturday, February 3. Join them for 20+ ice sculptures, live ice carving demos, Founders beer specials, the Flyers Street Team & interactive Flyers sculpture, the Winter Market, the 2024 MNYK Chowder […]
Kids Club art class is a 1.5 hour art class for kids ages 6 to 18 and up. It takes place from 11:30 to 1:00. Mini Heart Handsewn Pillows. When registering for kids club, please register only the child who will be attending. Parents may […]
Award-winning authors and illustrators will read and autograph their books A wide selection of books from preschool to young adult will be available for purchase Promotional giveaways, prizes, and games highlight the afternoon
Kids are invited to skate with their favorite superheroes on the Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink! Costumes are encouraged. Activities and giveaways include face painting, crafts and complimentary capes for kids, while supplies last.
Join storyteller Thembi Palmer to explore the Art of/in Storytelling! This interactive program will be filled with history, dance, story, and song, featuring a call and response followed by a folktale originating in West Africa. This program celebrates resilience of African Americans and helps participants […]
Ages 12+ Good for: First time mosaic artists, Creating a small mosaic $45 per person $30 PMG members Isaiah Zagar, creator of Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens, has a very unique and, some say, liberating method for creating mosaics. In this two-hour workshop the PMG education team will […]
Brooklyn Bowl Philadelphia on Saturdays is your one-stop destination for family fun! They're all ages from 2 p.m.-6 p.m. With 12 downstairs bowling lanes and a full-service kitchen featuring a menu from Blue Ribbon, there's no better place to let the kids loose. Their selection […]
This event for caregivers, toddlers, and kids-of-all-ages is all about celebrating the contributions of Black Americans. Yes, they'll explore our country’s complicated racial history and what the word equality means, but also they'll talk about what is uniquely special and beautiful about being a Black […]
The Philadelphia Lullaby Project Celebration Concert will feature a selection of heartfelt songs written over the last year, performed by acclaimed Philadelphia musicians with guest performances by family participants. Enjoy free, family-friendly activity stations and refreshments.
Take your Saturday evenings from good to great with Saturday Sounds at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest featuring live DJ sets from 7 pm to 10 pm kicking off November 25. General admission is free.
Celebrate storytelling in art and explore work by Black American artists. 10:00 am - 3:00 pm | Art Kids Studio | South Vaulted Walkway What stories are meaningful to you? 11:00 am - 2:00 pm | Shadow Play | Great Stair Hall Inspired by the […]
Don’t miss the 4th annual “Leaders and Legends of Philadelphia” exhibit at Smith Memorial Playground, a free, interactive Black History Month exhibit for families. It honors the contributions of local African American leaders across a wide range of fields, including fields whose impact has made […]
It’s the first Sunday of the month, which means free admission at the Barnes. This February, we’re celebrating what we love most about Philadelphia’s creative communities, artists, and performers! Join artists from our Barnes West initiative for activities and performances that will inspire you to create your […]
The African American Museum in Philadelphia celebrates and commemorates Black History Month by exploring the theme of “African Americans and the Arts.” Offering inclusive programming for visitors of all ages and backgrounds, the exhibit aims to bring together diverse audiences in greater appreciation of the Black Experience. […]
Celebrate Valentine’s Day Feb. 1–25, at Philly Mini Golf with LOVE. Adorable decorations and red and pink lights adorn the Philly Mini Golf course, setting a dreamy mood for you and your Valentine! Cost is $15 for adults and $12 for children.
Join us in your comfiest PJs for an interactive story time, immersive dough play with Adoughma, and a bagel brunch!
Introduce your preschoolers to art experiences. Children will focus on one artwork, read a related story picture book and create an art project with their adult companion. A fun and engaging way for children to enjoy art.
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 […]
All-Ages Concert Benefitting Experiential Learning for Philly Teens Come join for a wild afternoon of punk music at the Rotunda in West Philly! Punk bands Crossed Keys, The Ramoms, Calling Hours, Sunstroke, and Hairy Eyeballs are joining forces to put together a rollickin' good time for the whole […]
2024 Chinese New Year Celebration (2024 Chinese New Year, Year of the Dragan will be Saturday, February 10) The Dumpling Academy is extremely excited to bring the Chinese Lunar New Year Hand Made Dumpling Event back to Philadelphia this year! They cordially invite you, your […]
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 […]
welcome to crawlers and cruisers - an interactive class specifically designed for babies aged 6 to 12 months, who are in the crawling stage but haven't yet taken their first independent steps. this class is led by a pediatric physical therapist and focuses on purposeful […]
On Monday, February 5, elected officials, distinguished guests, families, and school children will gather at Smith for the opening day celebration of “Leaders and Legends of Philadelphia.” This free and family-friendly educational and inspiring exhibit will be on display throughout the month of February at […]
Come and join Falls of Schuylkill Library as Falls resident Paul Lee tells us the meaning of Chinese New Year. Chinese New Year is celebrated by a fifth of the world's population and is a fifteen-day holiday that has been celebrated all over the world […]
Join David Cohen Ogontz Library for a live jazz concert with Leon Jordan, Jr and his band. This program is for all ages and is sponsored by American Federation of Musicians Local 77, and the Music Performance Fund.
