$5 Fright at the Museum
Paint a pumpkin, decorate a festive fall candle, listen to the sounds of our historic organ, and experience our spooky historical storytellers tell tales of the past — all this fun for just $5 (tickets required)!
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The Best Things To Do in Philly with Kids
Discover the best family-friendly things to do in Philadelphia with kids, including events, festivals, attractions, and free activities through our curated calendar. Find what’s happening in Philly today and plan your next family adventure!
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Historic St. George's Museum & Archives 326 New St., Philadelphia, PA, United States
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Ghost Tour of Philadelphia
Signers' Garden 434-498 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesFor over 30 years, the Ghost Tour of Philadelphia has entertained locals and tourists alike with haunting tales of the city’s lingering spirits. Based on the book, Ghost Stories of Philadelphia, the tour combines ghost stories, legends, and Philly’s remarkable history on a candlelight stroll […]
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We Walk PHL Fall Season: Fernhill Park
Fernhill Park 4600 Morris St, Philadelphia, PAJoin 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 […]
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Wellness on the Waterfront
Race Street Pier 101 S Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesRelax 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 […]
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Southeast Asian Market in FDR Park
FDR Park 1500 Pattison Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesFamilies 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 […]
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Philly Klezmer Concert for Ukraine’s Children of War
KleinLife 10100 Jamison Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesExperience the exhilarating sounds of Odesa with Kommuna Lux, internationally acclaimed for their irresistible blend of Ukrainian folk, klezmer, Balkan swing, jazz and disco. Come for the music. Stay for the mission: this special benefit supports food, safety, counseling and trauma recovery for Ukraine’s children […]
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Stars and Stripes Forever!
Academy of Music 240 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesThis dynamic mixed bill showcases the energy, creativity, and spirit of American ballet through works by Jerome Robbins, George Balanchine, and Eliot Feld. From Robbins’ vibrant Fancy Free to Balanchine’s jazzy Who Cares? (Concert Version) and patriotic Stars and Stripes, as well as Feld’s bold […]
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Teddy Leads Adams & Beethoven at the Kimmel Center
The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts 300 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin Curtis Symphony Orchestra and Grammy Award-winning conductor-composer Teddy Abrams (’08) for an afternoon of vivid symphonic storytelling. The program opens with Beethoven’s Symphony No. 8, showcasing the composer’s knack for mischief and irony, complete with a witty imitation of a metronome and a tip […]
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Ghost Tour of Philadelphia
Signers' Garden 434-498 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesFor over 30 years, the Ghost Tour of Philadelphia has entertained locals and tourists alike with haunting tales of the city’s lingering spirits. Based on the book, Ghost Stories of Philadelphia, the tour combines ghost stories, legends, and Philly’s remarkable history on a candlelight stroll […]
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Wish Wall at Parkway Central Library
Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street, Children's Department Ground Floor - Room 22, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesWhat 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 […]
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(Daily) Botany of Nations at The Academy of Natural Sciences
The Academy of Natural Sciences 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesFrom 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 […]
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(Daily) The Declaration’s Journey at the Museum of the American Revolution
Museum of the American Revolution 101 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesAt 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 […]
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Just Us Exhibition at the Barnes Foundation
Barnes Foundation 2025 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJust 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 […]
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We Walk PHL Fall Season: Cobbs Creek Park
Cobbs Creek Recreation Center 280 Cobbs Creek Parkway, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin 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. […]
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Twilight Tales Family Story Time at Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library 125 S 52nd St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesBring 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!
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Wellness on the Waterfront
Race Street Pier 101 S Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesRelax 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 […]
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Ghost Tour of Philadelphia
Signers' Garden 434-498 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesFor over 30 years, the Ghost Tour of Philadelphia has entertained locals and tourists alike with haunting tales of the city’s lingering spirits. Based on the book, Ghost Stories of Philadelphia, the tour combines ghost stories, legends, and Philly’s remarkable history on a candlelight stroll […]
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We Walk PHL Fall Season: FDR Park
Mander Playground 2140 N 33rd St, Philadelphia, United StatesJoin 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 […]
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Wish Wall at Parkway Central Library
Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street, Children's Department Ground Floor - Room 22, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesWhat 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 […]
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(Daily) The Declaration’s Journey at the Museum of the American Revolution
Museum of the American Revolution 101 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesAt 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 […]
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Chuck E. Cheese Homeschool Play Days
On the 2nd Tuesday of every month, join Chuck E. Cheese for Homeschool Play Days! From 11am – 4pm, score 90-minutes of All You Can Play games, a reusable Play Pass card, unlimited soft drinks, and all the E-Tickets you can earn on gameplay for […]
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Ministry of Awe
Ministry of Awe 27 N. 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesMinistry 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 […]
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We Walk PHL Fall Season: East Fairmount Park at Discovery Center
The Discovery Center 3401 Reservoir Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin 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 […]
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Acorns and Seeds: A Little Sprouts Nature Class
FDR Park 1500 Pattison Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesLittle Sprouts: Acorns and Seeds Get outside and explore with Little Sprouts, a playful nature class for children ages 2–5 and their grown-ups at FDR Park in South Philadelphia. Each week we investigate a new nature topic through hands-on exploration, games, stories, songs, movement, and […]
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Ghost Tour of Philadelphia
Signers' Garden 434-498 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesFor over 30 years, the Ghost Tour of Philadelphia has entertained locals and tourists alike with haunting tales of the city’s lingering spirits. Based on the book, Ghost Stories of Philadelphia, the tour combines ghost stories, legends, and Philly’s remarkable history on a candlelight stroll […]
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Wish Wall at Parkway Central Library
Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street, Children's Department Ground Floor - Room 22, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesWhat 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 […]
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(Daily) Botany of Nations at The Academy of Natural Sciences
The Academy of Natural Sciences 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesFrom 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 […]
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Ministry of Awe
Ministry of Awe 27 N. 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesMinistry 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 […]
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We Walk PHL Fall Season: East Fairmount Park at Mander Playground
Mander Playground 2140 N 33rd St, Philadelphia, United StatesJoin We Walk PHL at East Fairmount Park at Mander Recreation 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 […]
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Read to a Therapy Dog at Parkway Central Library
Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street, Children's Department Ground Floor - Room 22, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesOn Wednesdays at Parkway Central Library, independent readers and children can practice their reading skills with a certified therapy dog from Comfort Caring Canines. Dogs will be accompanied by their handler during this program, and each child will be assigned individual time to read to […]
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Ghost Tour of Philadelphia
Signers' Garden 434-498 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesFor over 30 years, the Ghost Tour of Philadelphia has entertained locals and tourists alike with haunting tales of the city’s lingering spirits. Based on the book, Ghost Stories of Philadelphia, the tour combines ghost stories, legends, and Philly’s remarkable history on a candlelight stroll […]
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Wish Wall at Parkway Central Library
Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street, Children's Department Ground Floor - Room 22, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesWhat 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 […]
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Leaf and Learn
FDR Park Gazebo 1600 Pattinson Avenue, Philadelphia, United StatesThe FDR Park Leaf & Learn program gives our littlest visitors (ages 2-5) their first opportunity to volunteer at FDR Park! We begin with a nature-themed read-aloud, and then get to the outdoorsy fun with easy, age-appropriate activities. Tasks include planting seeds, "feeding" a worm […]
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Acorns and Seeds: A Little Sprouts Nature Class
FDR Park 1500 Pattison Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesLittle Sprouts: Acorns and Seeds Get outside and explore with Little Sprouts, a playful nature class for children ages 2–5 and their grown-ups at FDR Park in South Philadelphia. Each week we investigate a new nature topic through hands-on exploration, games, stories, songs, movement, and […]
$20 -
(Daily) The Declaration’s Journey at the Museum of the American Revolution
Museum of the American Revolution 101 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesAt 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 […]