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While parents enjoy a well-deserved evening off, children ages 4–10 are invited to have a fantastic time at Kids' Night Out, with pizza, snacks, and an age-appropriate short movie or show. It’s a wonderful chance for kids to play, make new friends, and enjoy themselves […]
Join AWA on Friday, 6/20 for Barking Lot Sips & Brews—a fun-filled evening to help save homeless animals! Enjoy food trucks 🌭🌮, cocktails & local brews 🍹🍻, live music 🎸, cornhole, and games for the whole family. Admission is free; drink tickets available for purchase […]
Join the Philadelphia Visitor Center Corporation and Independence Historical Trust for "Harriet", part of their Movies On The Mall free outdoor movie series celebrating the themes and history of Independence National Historical Park. Before the film screenings, the Visitor Center and the Trust will host […]
The Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival in Franklin Square is a celebration of light and culture featuring silk-wrapped steel-framed sculptures lighting up the night sky. The sculptures are larger than life and include archways, pop-culture references, mechanical sculptures, and more all done in brilliant colors. Enjoy […]
The Mann is thrilled to present Star Wars: A New Hope live in concert on June 20. The Philadelphia Orchestra will play Oscar®-winning composer John Williams's musical score live as the film is projected on three giant screens. Pack a picnic and join in for […]
Storytime in the Auditorium – For Ages 6 Weeks and Up! Join for a joyful celebration of books, bubbles, birds, balls, and dancing! Bring something that starts with the /b/ sound for a silly, interactive game.
Celebrate Black creativity, culture, and community at the Lansdowne Juneteenth Market & Block Party! Held in the heart of Lansdowne, this family-friendly event features local Black-owned businesses, artists, and food vendors. Kicking off with the Lansdowne Farmers Market, the day builds into a lively block […]
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 […]
Celebrate Juneteenth at the Roxborough YMCA (7201 Ridge Ave)! Enjoy music, dancing, local vendors, community partners, and more at this free, family-friendly event. Open to everyone—no registration or membership required!
World Cafe Live is celebrating International Music Day, June 21st, with a FREE family Bridge Session, an interactive, educational music performance! Beginning at 10:30am, families can browse Wolrd Cafe Live's Philly partner organizations' tables with interactive activities, books, local resources, or take pictures at our […]
Celebrate the 36th Annual Manayunk Arts Festival with friends and family! This festival boasts around 300 artists that specialize in eight different mediums, including glass, ceramics, jewelry, fibers, painting & drawing, photography, mixed media, and wood & sculpture. Attendees can enjoy the incredible artistry while […]
El Mercado Cultural is a Fleisher initiative focused on contributing creative and marketing resources to new merchants, restaurant owners, and market vendors completely free of charge. From product and food photography to digital marketing and branding, Fleisher’s intent is to capture the natural intersection between […]
This year, Ensemble Arts is partying outside and in, with a range of performances taking place on a pop-up stage at Broad and Spruce Streets. Audiences can expect some of Broadway’s finest performers, performing selections from the upcoming 2025-26 Broadway season shows, as well as […]
Volunteer Days involve packing food boxes at The Mama-Tee Pop-Up Grocery Store™ (2203 Washington Ave) and delivering them to the Mama-Tee Fridge locations throughout the city. Their mission is to provide nourishing food to low-income communities in Philadelphia that are experiencing food insecurity. They believe […]
Head to the Christian Street YMCA (1724 Christian Street) for the Juneteenth Block Party at the Y! Celebrate with food, music, local Black-owned businesses, giveaways, and a special performance of No Longer Bound: The Musical. This free event is open to all — no registration […]
The Women's Coalition for Empowerment, Inc. is in partnership with the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation for the 3rd Annual Juneteenth Wine & Arts Festival! This event celebrates Juneteenth and Black culture through wine tastings, art exhibits, and live music performances. This is a family-friendly event […]
The Delaware Valley Opera Company (DVOC) invites the community to a Juneteenth Celebration Concert on June 21st at 3PM! This special event will showcase the music of William Grant Still and the poetry of Langston Hughes, two iconic African American artists of the 20th century. […]
Don’t miss a magical evening on June 21 as GRAMMY® Award winner Cynthia Erivo performs live with the GRAMMY Award–winning Philadelphia Orchestra at TD Pavilion at the Mann. This unforgettable concert will feature iconic music made famous by the greatest female vocalists of all time, […]
The Philadelphia Juneteenth Parade and Festival, started by the Pennsylvania Juneteenth Initiative, is the largest annual celebration in the nation attended by thousands where we join together to have fun, embrace our history and continue the tradition of Kujichagulia (self-determination). Over the past five years, […]
Celebrate the 36th Annual Manayunk Arts Festival with friends and family! This festival boasts around 300 artists that specialize in eight different mediums, including glass, ceramics, jewelry, fibers, painting & drawing, photography, mixed media, and wood & sculpture. Attendees can enjoy the incredible artistry while […]
Soccer fans unite! Philly is proud to welcome the FIFA Club World Cup, hosting 8 matches here at Lincoln Financial Field. June 16: Flamengo vs. Esperance Sportive de Tunis June 18: Manchester City vs. Wydad AC June 20: Flamengo vs. Chelsea June 22: Juventus FC […]
Now + Then Marketplace returns to Eakins Oval on Sunday, June 22 for its 4th year, bringing over 100 local vendors to the iconic steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Kick off summer with local shopping, entertainment, mini golf, and a cold beer in […]
Celebrate summer’s arrival with an afternoon of nature-inspired artmaking at The Random Tea Room. Using seasonal flowers, leaves, and dye plants, participants will create botanical prints on tea towels through a simple leaf and flower pounding technique called tatakizome or hapazome. Sip herbal infusions as […]
Activities include boat building, puppet making, and even constructing a working catapult. Each week promises captivating experiences for kids of all ages with a new make-and-take activity. This event is free and open to the public, and all ages are welcome. Activities are available on […]
Celebrate Solstice Weekend with a free, family-friendly Community Nature Walk in Wissahickon Park on Sunday, 6/22 at 4 PM! Meet at PAPERtrail Bike Cafe for a storytime, then enjoy a gentle 1-mile walk through the woods. Perfect for all ages—especially little explorers! Bring water, snacks, […]
Brittany Lynn and her drag troupe have been performing for over twenty years — with shows at casinos, restaurants, and concert venues all over the tri-state area. Serving you the best in celebrity impersonation, this is the closest thing to real celebrities you'll get to […]
There is overwhelming evidence that reading, singing, and gesturing with young children daily brings exceptional, permanent benefits. And the research is clear: this is one area where earlier is better. Join Librarian Miss Pam to read, sing, count, practice Spanish and ASL and have adventures […]
There is overwhelming evidence that reading, singing, and gesturing with young children daily brings exceptional, permanent benefits. And the research is clear: this is one area where earlier is better. Join Librarian Miss Pam to read, sing, count, practice Spanish and ASL and have adventures […]
On Tuesdays at 11 AM, Bustleton Library hosts a family storytime. Bring your babies, toddlers, and older siblings for stories, songs, and play!
Join Riverfront North and Roots2Rise for an all levels outdoor flow at Pennypack on the Delaware, Tuesdays from 6-7 pm! All ages and abilities are welcome. This class is made possible by the Riverfront North Partnership. Class is free but donations are welcome and will […]
Soccer fans unite! Philly is proud to welcome the FIFA Club World Cup, hosting 8 matches here at Lincoln Financial Field. June 16: Flamengo vs. Esperance Sportive de Tunis June 18: Manchester City vs. Wydad AC June 20: Flamengo vs. Chelsea June 22: Juventus FC […]
Head to Philly's Please Touch Museum this summer to experience The Questioneers exhibit! This exhibit is based off of the best-selling series of books by author Andrea Beaty and illustrator David Roberts. The Questioneers characters Ada Twist, Scientist; Rosie Revere, Engineer; Iggy Peck, Architect; Sofia […]
Join the Academy of Natural Sciences and explore fun games, experiments and unique activities! Learn more about animals and dinosaurs, and get outside in the beautiful summer sun!
Join the Young Friends of PAWS for an evening of delicious food, drinks, and lifesaving fun! Animal lovers of all ages are invited to support PAWS’ mission to ensure every savable pet in Philadelphia finds a home. Tickets include access to an open bar with […]
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, […]
