Kids Nature Club at Philadelphia City Institute
Come together at Philadelphia City Institute for arts and crafts with a focus on nature and sustainability. Learn more here.
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The Best Things To Do in Philly with Kids
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Philadelphia City Institute 1905 Locust Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States
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Family Spanish Immersion Virtual Info Meeting with Spanish Workshop for Children
Learning, living, and immersing together in Spain as a family. This Summer 2026, families are invited to join a special experience: the 9th Family Spanish Immersion Trip in Spain. Families curious about whether this adventure might be the right fit are invited to attend a […]
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Daily: On the Land, In the Sea Exhibition
Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard 1001 Intrepid Avenue, Philadelphia, United StatesAn exhibition featuring artwork by Kathleen Greco and Andrea Bartine Caldarise exploring ocean life and natural landscapes will be on view starting from November 4, 2025 through April 14, 2026. Through their distinct styles, both artists explore patterns, textures, and forms found in nature. The […]
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Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink
Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesCome together for some ice-skating with Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink at Dilworth Park, offered seven days a week until February 22, 2026. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
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Glimpse of Goldfish Weekend
Goldfish Swim School - Mount Laurel 2036 Briggs Road, Suite 100, Mount Laurel Township, NJ, United StatesFamilies considering swim lessons are invited to the first Glimpse of Goldfish Weekend! New students ages 4 months–12 years receive a complimentary 30-minute small-group lesson with evaluation and instructor feedback. The event also features a meet-and-greet with Bubbles, crafts, family swim time, snacks, drinks, and […]
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Paulownia Tableau at Old City Publishing
Old City Publishing 628 North 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA, PA, United StatesArtist Linda Lor Gross transforms dried paulownia leaves, often found in empty lots and sidewalk cracks around Philadelphia, into colorful paper sculptures that create striking tableaux inspired by history, mythology, and nature. Using traditional washi paper and a meticulous process of cleaning, bleaching, and layering, […]
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(Daily) By Simply Looking: The Art of Observation
Park Towne Place 2200 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesBy Simply Looking: The Art of Observation delves into the accuracy of detail and the depiction of the mundane for what it is: raw, frank, and ultimately human. These artists take the practice of observing their subjects seriously, capturing every nuance with unflinching precision. From […]
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Family Storytime Fridays at Queen Memorial Library
Queen Memorial Library 1201 S 23rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesAlong with Librarian Kate, families and little ones (ages 0-5) can enjoy storytime! This event includes reading, singing, dancing, and more.
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Storytime + Design at Design Gym
Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesDesign Gym invites everyone to Storytime + Design, a weekly creative experience that introduces design concepts through books and playful exercises. Each session explores a story and pairs it with hands-on activities that nurture creativity and design thinking. The program welcomes all ages and identities, […]
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Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink 101 S Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesExperience winter magic by ice skating at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
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Open Gym Hours at Design Gym
Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesThe community design studio in Norris Square welcomes everyone to Open Gym for drop-in hours for creative exploration and design play. Visitors can reset their minds, work on projects, try design tools and exercises, play creative games, browse the design library, or simply co-work in […]
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BLACKPRINT 20: Still We Teach. Still We Rise. Awards and Art Display
Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street, Children's Department Ground Floor - Room 22, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesCome together for Free Library Exhibitions and Blackprint 20 in Parkway Central Library's Skyline Room for an art display and awards banquet honoring educator luminaries and the core ideal of freedom through education. Registration is required. Seats are limited; free tickets may be requested by […]
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Living Colors at Wanamaker House
Wanamaker House 2020 Walnut Street, PhiladelphiaLiving Colors is a vibrant exhibition that brings together three distinct artists united by a shared passion for expression through color, form, and storytelling.
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Design A Doodad: Travel Game Zine
Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesGames bring people together, especially pocket-sized ones perfect for car rides, plane trips, and family adventures! Families are invited for a hands-on workshop where participants will design their very own travel game zine and discover what it's like to be a game designer. Learn more […]
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Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink
Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesCome together for some ice-skating with Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink at Dilworth Park, offered seven days a week until February 22, 2026. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
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Glimpse of Goldfish Weekend
Goldfish Swim School - Mount Laurel 2036 Briggs Road, Suite 100, Mount Laurel Township, NJ, United StatesFamilies considering swim lessons are invited to the first Glimpse of Goldfish Weekend! New students ages 4 months–12 years receive a complimentary 30-minute small-group lesson with evaluation and instructor feedback. The event also features a meet-and-greet with Bubbles, crafts, family swim time, snacks, drinks, and […]
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Daily: Shaun the Sheep’s Flock This Way Exhibit
Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesPlease Touch Museum welcomes the interactive traveling exhibit Shaun the Sheep™: Flock This Way! from February 7 happening through May 10, where children ages 3-9 can develop problem-solving skills and resilience through playful activities with the beloved film and television character. Created by Minnesota Children's […]
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(Daily) By Simply Looking: The Art of Observation
Park Towne Place 2200 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesBy Simply Looking: The Art of Observation delves into the accuracy of detail and the depiction of the mundane for what it is: raw, frank, and ultimately human. These artists take the practice of observing their subjects seriously, capturing every nuance with unflinching precision. From […]
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Mini Makers Robotics Class with Brooklyn Robot Foundry
SnowBot Philly East, LLC 12 West Glenside Avenue, Glenside, PA, United StatesBrooklyn Robot Foundry Philly's Mini Makers program brings the joy of building and creating to young learners ages 3–6 through weekly Saturday STEAM robotics classes in Glenside, PA, where little hands explore engineering and creativity in a screen-free environment—and every child takes home something they […]
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Craft Workshop for Kids
Pennypacker Mills 5 Haldeman Road, Schwenksville, PA, United StatesThese Craft Workshop for Kids invites children to create themed crafts at their own pace. Come by on February 7th for a Valentine's Day event or on March 3rd for a Spring themed workshop. All materials are provided. Call 610-287-9349 for pre-registration. Learn more here.
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Stories of Science at Science History Institute
Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesAt 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 […]
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Fundamentals of Rhythm Workshop: Break Dancing at Logan Library
Logan Library 1333 Wagner Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesThis workshop allows students to learn basic moves and create choreography by exploring the American art form of breakdancing with Hip Hop Fundamentals. Established in the 1970s by New York’s youth, this dance form is an engaging and immersive way for young people to express […]
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Baby Whale & the Plastic Ocean
Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United StatesCome together for a spectacular performance by the Philadelphia Children's Theater! Baby Whale and the Plastic Ocean follows a young whale's journey to rescue Mommy Whale from a ghost net in the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, with help from aquatic friends and human allies. This […]
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Open Play Saturdays
Baby Gear Group Jenkintown 2278 Mt Carmel Ave, 2nd Floor, Glenside, United StatesOpen 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 […]
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Semlor & a Movie at American Swedish Historical Museum
American Swedish Historical Museum 1900 Pattison Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesAt American Swedish Historical Museum, families can cozy up with a Swedish tradition and enjoy a Semla (a rich cardamom bun filled with almond paste and whipped cream). Semlor have been a beloved Swedish treat for centuries, commonly enjoyed on Fat Tuesday as part of […]
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Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink 101 S Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesExperience winter magic by ice skating at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
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Anime Skate Night at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink 101 S Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesCome together in celebration of community, fandom, and winter excitement at this one-of-a-kind themed skate night hosted by Philly Otaku 215! This event features a live DJ, shop the Otaku Market featuring 15+ vendors, and show off your best cosplay. Register for this event.
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Clay for Kids & Introductory Class
Utility Works Creative Community 32 E Baltimore Ave., Lansdowne, PA, United StatesYoung artists ages 6+ are invited to explore the world of clay in this hands-on ceramics class at Utility Works Creative Community. Participants will learn the pinch pot technique and create bowls, cups, animals, or sculptures. No experience needed, just imagination. Parents of children 6-13 […]
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Family Fun Saturdays at Historic Fair Hill
Historic Fair Hill 2901 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin Historic Fair Hill each Saturday afternoon for storytimes, games, arts & crafts, gardening, scavenger hunts, and more!
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Hearts and Crafts Kids Ball at Cherry Street Pier
Cherry Street Pier 121 N Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesCome together for the 2nd Annual Hearts and Crafts Kids Ball in partnership with PopUp Play at Cherry Street Pier. This fun-filled Valentine’s event features creative activities, imaginative play, and festive excitement for grown-ups and little ones. This includes life-sized cardboard fairytale world (castles, dragons, gingerbread houses […]
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Living Colors at Wanamaker House
Wanamaker House 2020 Walnut Street, PhiladelphiaLiving Colors is a vibrant exhibition that brings together three distinct artists united by a shared passion for expression through color, form, and storytelling.
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Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink
Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesCome together for some ice-skating with Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink at Dilworth Park, offered seven days a week until February 22, 2026. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
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Glimpse of Goldfish Weekend
Goldfish Swim School - Mount Laurel 2036 Briggs Road, Suite 100, Mount Laurel Township, NJ, United StatesFamilies considering swim lessons are invited to the first Glimpse of Goldfish Weekend! New students ages 4 months–12 years receive a complimentary 30-minute small-group lesson with evaluation and instructor feedback. The event also features a meet-and-greet with Bubbles, crafts, family swim time, snacks, drinks, and […]
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Daily: Shaun the Sheep’s Flock This Way Exhibit
Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesPlease Touch Museum welcomes the interactive traveling exhibit Shaun the Sheep™: Flock This Way! from February 7 happening through May 10, where children ages 3-9 can develop problem-solving skills and resilience through playful activities with the beloved film and television character. Created by Minnesota Children's […]
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(Daily) By Simply Looking: The Art of Observation
Park Towne Place 2200 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesBy Simply Looking: The Art of Observation delves into the accuracy of detail and the depiction of the mundane for what it is: raw, frank, and ultimately human. These artists take the practice of observing their subjects seriously, capturing every nuance with unflinching precision. From […]
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