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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At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]
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 […]
Practice beginner-friendly yoga on Saturdays at Lawncrest Library! Stretch the body and mind with yoga led by Elizabeth from Yoga4Philly. Mats provided but feel free to bring own mats. Please wear comfortable, warm clothes. All ages welcome.
Open Play hours at Baby Gear Group Jenkintown are the perfect outing for the family. With a train table, a play kitchen, costumes, books, and a variety of gross motor and creative and imagination toys for your walker, toddler and preschoolers will have no shortage […]
Shop 80 curated craft vendors for unique holiday gifts, enjoy breakfast and lunch from Cedar Point , try family-friendly Make & Takes, free raffle prizes and much more. Admission: $3 from 11 AM–4 PM; free during the last hour. Kids 12 and under are FREE […]
Returning for its 19th season, Christmas Village in Philadelphia will once again transform LOVE Park, the City Hall Courtyard and the North Broad section of City Hall into an authentic German-style Christmas Market. The free-to-attend holiday tradition will run from November 21 through December 27, […]
Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market The Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market is back for the 2026 holiday season. From November 13, 2026, to January 1, 2027, immerse yourself in the festive spirit, featuring over 40 local vendors from the Philadelphia area and the tri-state area. […]
Head to the Museum of the American Revolution for a 10-minute, in-gallery talk about the legend of Sleepy Hollow. It is believed that The Legend of Sleepy Hallow, Washington Irving’s gothic tale about the ghostly Headless Horseman, was based on a Hessian soldier who was […]
Volunteers can help Newlin Grist Mill and make the park a better place for wildlife and people! The Habitat Stewards group meets once a month to work on outdoor tasks related to habitat restoration and species conservation. Projects vary by month but include things like […]
Get ready for 45 minutes of family fun filled with music, dancing, interactive games, and exciting STEM demonstrations! Families can dance along to the Inventor Shuffle, cheer on contestants, and explore Newton’s laws of motion with a balloon-powered experiment. Plus, enjoy fun challenges like the […]
Returning for its 19th season, Christmas Village in Philadelphia will once again transform LOVE Park, the City Hall Courtyard and the North Broad section of City Hall into an authentic German-style Christmas Market. The free-to-attend holiday tradition will run from November 21 through December 27, […]
Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market The Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market is back for the 2026 holiday season. From November 13, 2026, to January 1, 2027, immerse yourself in the festive spirit, featuring over 40 local vendors from the Philadelphia area and the tri-state area. […]
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 […]
Returning for its 19th season, Christmas Village in Philadelphia will once again transform LOVE Park, the City Hall Courtyard and the North Broad section of City Hall into an authentic German-style Christmas Market. The free-to-attend holiday tradition will run from November 21 through December 27, […]
Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market The Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market is back for the 2026 holiday season. From November 13, 2026, to January 1, 2027, immerse yourself in the festive spirit, featuring over 40 local vendors from the Philadelphia area and the tri-state area. […]
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!
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 […]
Returning for its 19th season, Christmas Village in Philadelphia will once again transform LOVE Park, the City Hall Courtyard and the North Broad section of City Hall into an authentic German-style Christmas Market. The free-to-attend holiday tradition will run from November 21 through December 27, […]
Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market The Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market is back for the 2026 holiday season. From November 13, 2026, to January 1, 2027, immerse yourself in the festive spirit, featuring over 40 local vendors from the Philadelphia area and the tri-state area. […]
Join other prospective parents for an Open House to learn more about AIM Academy and meet members of their team. Check-in begins at 8:45 AM. The program starts promptly at 9:00 AM and concludes around 10:30 AM. Please note: AIM Academy's Open House is designed for parents […]
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 […]
Returning for its 19th season, Christmas Village in Philadelphia will once again transform LOVE Park, the City Hall Courtyard and the North Broad section of City Hall into an authentic German-style Christmas Market. The free-to-attend holiday tradition will run from November 21 through December 27, […]
Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market The Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market is back for the 2026 holiday season. From November 13, 2026, to January 1, 2027, immerse yourself in the festive spirit, featuring over 40 local vendors from the Philadelphia area and the tri-state area. […]
On 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 […]
Join other prospective parents and students on NFA's 14 acre-campus and better understand their dual academic paths in addition to their Middle School experience. Hear directly from students, parents, and teachers! Register here.
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 […]
The 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 […]
Returning for its 19th season, Christmas Village in Philadelphia will once again transform LOVE Park, the City Hall Courtyard and the North Broad section of City Hall into an authentic German-style Christmas Market. The free-to-attend holiday tradition will run from November 21 through December 27, […]
Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market The Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market is back for the 2026 holiday season. From November 13, 2026, to January 1, 2027, immerse yourself in the festive spirit, featuring over 40 local vendors from the Philadelphia area and the tri-state area. […]
Join prospective parents for an opportunity to tour Clementine Montessori's classrooms, meet some teachers, learn more about the program and ask any questions you may have for January 2027 and the 2027/28 school year.
Returning for its 19th season, Christmas Village in Philadelphia will once again transform LOVE Park, the City Hall Courtyard and the North Broad section of City Hall into an authentic German-style Christmas Market. The free-to-attend holiday tradition will run from November 21 through December 27, […]
Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market The Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market is back for the 2026 holiday season. From November 13, 2026, to January 1, 2027, immerse yourself in the festive spirit, featuring over 40 local vendors from the Philadelphia area and the tri-state area. […]
At Kingsessing Library, little ones can learn the basics of crochet, finger knit, mushroom knit, or just get cozy with some yarn on Friday afternoons. Yarn will be out in the children’s area starting at 3:30 pm, and then Librarian Rachel will provide a short […]
Join in on the first Friday of each month for exhibition openings, artist studio tours, markets, and stunning views of the Delaware River. All exhibitions and events are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. First Friday dates: June 5, July 3, August […]
Shop local at the Artist and Artisans Market on select Fridays and Sundays at the Pier.
