The Best Things To Do in Philly with Kids

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Spring Break Riverbend Camp

Spring Break Riverbend Camp

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

Spring break camp days are relaxed yet full of fun and learning, themed after the timeless activities that make camp unforgettable! Grounded in nature-based STEM education programs, children enjoy hikes, outdoor exploration, crafts, field games and hands-on activities. Flexible scheduling means that a camper can […]

Hayrides to Bunnyland

Hayrides to Bunnyland

Linvilla Orchards 137 W. Knowlton Road, Media, PA, United States

Take a Hayride to Bunnyland at Linvilla Orchards! You'll ride through the woods to the Easter Bunny’s house, and not only will you get to meet and take pictures with him, one of his friends will also tell a magical tale and give out special […]

Friends’ Central School Middle & Upper School Open House (Grades 6-12)

Friends' Central Middle & Upper School 1101 City Avenue, Wynnewood

Friends' Central School Middle & Upper School Open House provides a valuable opportunity to learn more about Friends' Central School. Attendees will meet teachers, administrators, and students, gaining insight into the school's offerings. The event showcases the school's outstanding curriculum, warm classroom culture, incredible opportunities, […]

Spring Break Riverbend Camp

Spring Break Riverbend Camp

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

Spring break camp days are relaxed yet full of fun and learning, themed after the timeless activities that make camp unforgettable! Grounded in nature-based STEM education programs, children enjoy hikes, outdoor exploration, crafts, field games and hands-on activities. Flexible scheduling means that a camper can […]

Hayrides to Bunnyland

Hayrides to Bunnyland

Linvilla Orchards 137 W. Knowlton Road, Media, PA, United States

Take a Hayride to Bunnyland at Linvilla Orchards! You'll ride through the woods to the Easter Bunny’s house, and not only will you get to meet and take pictures with him, one of his friends will also tell a magical tale and give out special […]

Spring Break Riverbend Camp

Spring Break Riverbend Camp

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

Spring break camp days are relaxed yet full of fun and learning, themed after the timeless activities that make camp unforgettable! Grounded in nature-based STEM education programs, children enjoy hikes, outdoor exploration, crafts, field games and hands-on activities. Flexible scheduling means that a camper can […]

Hayrides to Bunnyland

Hayrides to Bunnyland

Linvilla Orchards 137 W. Knowlton Road, Media, PA, United States

Take a Hayride to Bunnyland at Linvilla Orchards! You'll ride through the woods to the Easter Bunny’s house, and not only will you get to meet and take pictures with him, one of his friends will also tell a magical tale and give out special […]

Spring Break Riverbend Camp

Spring Break Riverbend Camp

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

Spring break camp days are relaxed yet full of fun and learning, themed after the timeless activities that make camp unforgettable! Grounded in nature-based STEM education programs, children enjoy hikes, outdoor exploration, crafts, field games and hands-on activities. Flexible scheduling means that a camper can […]

Little Beets Music Class at Rutabaga Toy Library

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

Little Beets Music Class is a hands-on music making experiences designed to foster children's musical growth. A portion of each class is dedicated to shared musical activities, such as sing-along songs, finger plays, instrument exploration, and movement. The remaining time allows for musical free play, […]

$25

Mister John’s Music at the Franklin Institute

Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Nurture your child's growth with Mister John's Music at the Franklin Institute! Through engaging songs, movement, and rhythm, these classes promote social-emotional development, enhance brain function, and strengthen motor and language skills. Join us for a fun-filled experience with puppets, props, and lots of musical […]

Hayrides to Bunnyland

Hayrides to Bunnyland

Linvilla Orchards 137 W. Knowlton Road, Media, PA, United States

Take a Hayride to Bunnyland at Linvilla Orchards! You'll ride through the woods to the Easter Bunny’s house, and not only will you get to meet and take pictures with him, one of his friends will also tell a magical tale and give out special […]

Mister John’s Music at the Franklin Institute

Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Nurture your child's growth with Mister John's Music at the Franklin Institute! Through engaging songs, movement, and rhythm, these classes promote social-emotional development, enhance brain function, and strengthen motor and language skills. Join us for a fun-filled experience with puppets, props, and lots of musical […]

Easter Bunny Skate at Rolling Thunder

Rolling Thunder 7017 Roosevelt Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind Easter celebration at Rolling Thunder Skating! There will be Easter Egg painting, bunny-themed face painting, and of course skating to your heart's content. Whether you're hopping or gliding, it's going to be an egg-cellent time!

Sankofa Farm Stand at Bartram’s Village

Sankofa Farm Stand at Bartram’s Village

Bartram's Village

Come purchase fresh, chemical-free inspirited local produce straight from Sankofa Community Farm every Thursday at the Bartram’s Village apartments (54th & Lindbergh Blvd entrance), now through mid-November! EBT, cash, WIC Farmer’s Market vouchers, and Senior vouchers are all accepted methods of payment (standard retail WIC […]

Riverdance 30: The New Generation at the Miller Theater

Miller Theater 250 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Riverdance Turns 30! Celebrate three decades of this iconic Irish dance phenomenon with Riverdance 30: The New Generation at the Miller Theater. From its Eurovision debut to a global sensation, Riverdance returns with a celebratory world tour. Experience updated choreography, stunning visuals, and a new […]

Spring Break Riverbend Camp

Spring Break Riverbend Camp

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

Spring break camp days are relaxed yet full of fun and learning, themed after the timeless activities that make camp unforgettable! Grounded in nature-based STEM education programs, children enjoy hikes, outdoor exploration, crafts, field games and hands-on activities. Flexible scheduling means that a camper can […]

Mister John’s Music at the Franklin Institute

Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Nurture your child's growth with Mister John's Music at the Franklin Institute! Through engaging songs, movement, and rhythm, these classes promote social-emotional development, enhance brain function, and strengthen motor and language skills. Join us for a fun-filled experience with puppets, props, and lots of musical […]

Hayrides to Bunnyland

Hayrides to Bunnyland

Linvilla Orchards 137 W. Knowlton Road, Media, PA, United States

Take a Hayride to Bunnyland at Linvilla Orchards! You'll ride through the woods to the Easter Bunny’s house, and not only will you get to meet and take pictures with him, one of his friends will also tell a magical tale and give out special […]

Mister John’s Music at the Franklin Institute

Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Nurture your child's growth with Mister John's Music at the Franklin Institute! Through engaging songs, movement, and rhythm, these classes promote social-emotional development, enhance brain function, and strengthen motor and language skills. Join us for a fun-filled experience with puppets, props, and lots of musical […]

Make & Take Activity at Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens

Philadelphia's Magic Gardens 1020 South Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Make your visit to the Gardens extra-special with a visit to their fully-mosaicked basement (not normally open to the public) to create mosaicked fridge magnets inspired by the art at Philadelphia's Magic Gardens. Each participant will create three fridge magnets to take home with them, […]

Banners of Liberty: An Exhibition of Original Revolutionary War Flags at the Museum of the American Revolution

Museum of the American Revolution 101 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Museum of the American Revolution marks the 250th anniversary with a special exhibit, Banners of Liberty: An Exhibition of Original Revolutionary War Flags. See over a dozen original flags, stitched by colonial makers like Betsy Ross, from the Revolutionary War. These rare survivors offer […]

Kitchen Encounters

Kitchen Encounters at Newlin Grist Mills

Newlin Grist Mill 219 Cheyney Road, Glen Mills, PA, United States

Explore historic cooking and foodways with demonstrations in the newly restored 1739 Trimble House Kitchen and the reconstructed Bake Oven behind the Miller's House at Kitchen Encounters at Newlin Grist Mills. Participants will experiment with various ingredients, techniques, and historic recipes. Each program will have […]

Free

Breakfast with the Bunny

LuLu Shriners 5140 Butler Pike, Plymouth Meeting, PA, United States

LuLu Shriner's presents Breakfast with the Bunny! Enjoy a meal, an Easter Carnival, and an Egg Hunt.

Suzuki Pre-Twinkle Music Class

Suzuki Pre-Twinkle Music Class at Temple University Center City

Temple University Center City 1515 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Winter 2025 term of Suzuki Pre-Twinkle will run January 18 through March 22. Pre-Twinkle Classes provide opportunities for very young children to develop basic musicianship and readiness skills for success in the Suzuki approach. A core component of Pre-Twinkle classes at Temple Music Prep […]

Easter Brunch at Elmwood Park Zoo

Easter Brunch at Elmwood Park Zoo

Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PA, United States

Hop on over to Elmwood Park Zoo's special Easter brunches with appearances by the Easter Bunny! Enjoy a delicious breakfast, participate in our Easter activities, and meet one of their beloved education animals. Don’t forget to grab a photo with the Easter Bunny and then […]

Hayrides to Bunnyland

Hayrides to Bunnyland

Linvilla Orchards 137 W. Knowlton Road, Media, PA, United States

Take a Hayride to Bunnyland at Linvilla Orchards! You'll ride through the woods to the Easter Bunny’s house, and not only will you get to meet and take pictures with him, one of his friends will also tell a magical tale and give out special […]

Mini Makers Robotics Class at Drexel University

Drexel University URBN Center 3501 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA

Build, Create & Innovate with Mini Makers Robotics at Drexel! 🌟 A STEAM-Powered Experience Encourage your child’s love for Robotics in a collegiate environment filled with exciting resources like 3D printing labs, design studios, and neurodiverse-friendly spaces! 👦 For Kids Ages 3–6 The one-hour Mini […]

$40.00

Robot Builders Class @ Drexel University

Drexel University URBN Center 3501 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA

Spring is here—time to get outside and get building! Activate your little innovator on Saturdays with Robot Builders, a hands-on robotics class at Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design—the creative hub of Drexel University! 🔹 Designed for kids ages 6-8 🔹 Hands-on STEAM […]

$40.00

City Life Philly Egg Hunt at Connell Park

Connell Park 6401 Elmwood Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

Free Easter egg hunt in Southwest Philly held by City Life Philly. For children up to age 12.

Free