101 Fun Things To Do With Kids in Philly

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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Pre-K Winter Ball Party

The Children's Playhouse 2501 S Marshall St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

❄️ Calling all mini snow bunnies and frosty adventurers! ❄️ Get ready for a whirlwind of wintry fun at the Winter Ball Bash, a kid-tastic party fundraiser just for 3-7 year olds! Mark your calendars for January 26th, 2024 from 6pm to 8pm at Children's Playhouse Whitman 2501 S Marshall Street (19148) Here's what awaits your little […]

FAFSA Workshop at Rittenhouse Capital One Cafe

Capital One Rittenhouse Cafe 135 S 17th St. Suite A, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Capital One is hosting a series of free workshops to help college students and their families complete the updated Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). In partnership with the National College Attainment Network (NCAN), Capital One will host a monthly workshop at its Philadelphia […]

Om and Flexi’s Field Day

The Learning Experience 1 Brown Street, Philadelphia, United States

TLE Northern Liberties is going to host a drop-in Field Day for children 0-8 years old. They will have a fun-filled day of physical activity and fitness!

Songs & Stories with Krystal

Rutabaga Toy Library 3426 Conrad St c2, Philadelphia, PA, United States

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 Secret Life of the Red Fox Book Reading and Art Workshop

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Riverbend is excited to host local illustrator Kate Garchinsky for a reading of "The Secret Life of the Red Fox" followed by an art workshop. This fun, educational story is perfect for a winter's day. The story begins on a snowy February afternoon and follows […]

Family Yoga for Beginners

Di Silvestro Recreation Center 1701 S 15th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Bring the whole family for a low-key intro to yoga in the DiSilvestro Rec Center, with yoga mats and instruction provided by Sport of Life Inc. Due to space limitations, this indoor program will be split into two sessions: Session A (10 am-11 am) and […]

Groundhog Day Celebration

John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge At Tinicum 8601 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Will Tinicum Tim come out of his burrow and see his shadow? Join John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at 10 am for a family friendly walk and learn more about Groundhog Day history and nature! Then join them in the Visitor Center from 10:30 am […]

Art Kids Studio

Philadelphia Museum of Art 2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Drop in and make art as a family. Projects change every few weeks. Artists of all ages welcome. This event is part of the Art Kids program series.

Stories of Science

Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

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 […]

Historic Walking Tour: Philadelphia’s 7th Ward

Mother Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church 419 South 6th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

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 […]

Let it Snow: Storytime, Snowballs & Snowglobes

Wissahickon Environmental Center 300 W Northwestern Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The weather’s cold and as the song goes… “…let it snow, let it snow, let it snow…,” which is part of the program title. Join Prescribe Outside to read snow-themed stories, toss some indoor soft-play snowballs and make small decorative snowglobes.  You'll be INDOORS though […]

CultureFest! Lunar New Year

Penn Museum 3260 South St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Lunar New Year is observed by various Asian communities, including those of Chinese, Vietnamese, Korean, and Tibetan descent. The festivities traditionally commence with the first new moon of the lunar calendar and conclude 15 days later on the first full moon. Originating as a time […]

FAMILY DAY *NEW ART* Happy Penguin

Painting With A Twist 611 South St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

KIDS PLEASE! This is a fun activity for adults and kids alike. This event may take place on Painting With a Twist's second floor studio. If you have issues with stairs please contact them. They are always a BYOB so be aware that there may […]

Family Bowl/Open for Bowling

Brooklyn Bowl Philadelphia 1009 Canal Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

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 […]

Pea Soup Dinner

American Swedish Historical Museum 1900 Pattison Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Warm up on a chilly winter’s night with a bowl of Swedish yellow pea soup. Dinner is served with sharp cheese, bread, and dessert. Tickets are $25 for members and $30 for non-members. Pre-registration is required by January 22nd.

Saturday Sounds at Winterfest

Independence Blue Cross RiverRink 101 S Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

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.

Art Kids Studio

Philadelphia Museum of Art 2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Drop in and make art as a family. Projects change every few weeks. Artists of all ages welcome. This event is part of the Art Kids program series.

Little Art Kids

Philadelphia Museum of Art 2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Toddlers and their grown-ups get to know the museum through art-making and creative play. Space is limited; first-come, first-served. This event is part of the Art Kids program series.

Play Dough in Your PJs!

Perelman Jewish Day School - Forman Center 7601 Old York Road, Melrose Park, PA, United States

Join Perelman Jewish Day School in your comfiest PJs for an interactive story time, immersive dough play with Adoughma, and a bagel brunch!

Waldron Mercy Academy Open House

Waldron Mercy Academy 513 Montgomery Avenue, Merion Station, PA, United States

Open House RSVP www.waldronmercy.org/admissions

Family Arts Academy: Art Warm Up

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts - PAFA 118-128 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join PAFA for their first workshop of 2024 and get a behind the scenes sneak-peek of an upcoming exhibition Artist as Cultivators that opens for the general public in February. Get cozy in the historic Landmark Building, enjoy fun activities, and create art and memories with […]

Sense-ational Stroll at Cobbs Creek

Cobbs Creek Environmental Center 700 Cobbs Creek Parkway, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join the Sierra Club Pennsylvania on Sunday, January 28th for a sensory stroll around Cobbs Creek Community Environmental Center (CCCEC)! We will use our nose, ears, eyes, and hands to explore nature and get to know our winter wildlife. Use a scavenger hunt to help […]

Cirque Mechanics

Zellerbach Theatre 3680 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Throwing caution to the wind, the daredevil acrobats of Cirque Mechanics return to our stage with more “high-flying, free-wheeling fun” (Omaha World-Herald) in the Philadelphia premiere of Zephyr. Inspired by the wind, and the human ingenuity in harnessing its power, this brand-new show explores our […]

Crawlers and Cruisers

kith + kin 3060 west jefferson street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

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 […]

Breakfast Club

kith + kin 3060 west jefferson street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

the breakfast club is a 3.5 hour morning program led by experienced kith + kin staff for kids, ages 2-4. they provide a safe, engaging, child-led environment that encourages independence, imagination, and social skills development. our day includes open play, snack + story time, movement […]

Songs & Stories with Krystal

Rutabaga Toy Library 3426 Conrad St c2, Philadelphia, PA, United States

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!

Sprouts

Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagy's Mill Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Together with a favorite grown-up, Sprouts will discover and explore the wonders of nature through sensory focused classes. This program for little ones ages 2-3 years old and features walks, art, music and stories as part of the hands-on, emergent learning approach beloved in the Schuylkill […]

Tiny Tracks Tuesdays

Wissahickon Environmental Center 300 W Northwestern Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

These programs provide a time and space for young people (ages 3 - 7, must be 100% potty trained) to be guided through sensory awareness activities, natural movement challenges, and nature literacy expeditions - all designed to allow for young people to be more aware […]

Afterschool Adventures: Maple Trees & Treats

Pennypack Environmental Center 8600 Verree Rd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

This staff led afterschool program, guides children on adventures in Pennypack Park. This afternoon, you will experience the journey of maple syrup from tree to table. 4-6 p.m. | Ages 6-12 | $5 per child per day This is a drop off only, outdoor program. […]

Gymnastics with National Kids Gym (Ages 2-3)

kith + kin 3060 west jefferson street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

this series teaches basic gymnastic and tumbling skills, while incorporating the latest technology. the class includes balance beam, mini trampoline, tumbling barrel, bars, games, group activities, aerobics, stretching, and more! not only do children learn the basics of gymnastics, but multifaceted skills that extend beyond […]

Sprouts

Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagy's Mill Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Together with a favorite grown-up, Sprouts will discover and explore the wonders of nature through sensory focused classes. This program for little ones ages 2-3 years old and features walks, art, music and stories as part of the hands-on, emergent learning approach beloved in the Schuylkill […]

Music With Ry

Beehive at Bok 1901 S 9th Street Suite BO3A, Philadelphia, PA, United States

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New Baby Meetup

Rutabaga Toy Library 3426 Conrad St c2, Philadelphia, PA, United States

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 […]

Today We Are Possible Exhibit Opening

Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine St, Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Heim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement at Parkway Central Library invites you to a reception to celebrate the opening of the "Today We Are Possible" photography exhibition on January 31, 2024, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. This event is a collaboration with WOMEN'S […]