(Daily) Shaun the Sheep™: Flock This Way Exhibit
2026-05-09 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-10 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Please Touch Museum, 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, 19131, United States
Please Touch Museum welcomes the interactive traveling exhibit Shaun the Sheep™: Flock This Way, starting from February 7 until May 10. 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 Museum in partnership with Aardman, the exhibit invites young visitors to practice motor skills on balance boards, create stop-motion animations, rescue trapped sheep, mix facial expressions, and explore imaginative play on Mossy Bottom Farm.
The exhibit is included with general admission, and tickets are available on the website.

Stories of Science at Science History Institute
2026-05-09 10:00 - 17:00 | Science History Institute, 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19106, United States
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 is free and reservations are not required.

(Daily) Botany of Nations at The Academy of Natural Sciences
2026-05-09 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-11 10:00 - 17:00 | The Academy of Natural Sciences, 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, 19103, United States
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 cultural historians. Centering the voices of Native Nations who have protected and cared for these lands for thousands of years, the exhibition presents plants as portals to Indigenous storytelling and knowledge — illuminating how Native Nations shaped America’s plant knowledge long before Western scientists claimed these “discoveries.”
Learn more here.

Mother's Day Weekend 2026 at the Museum of the American Revolution
2026-05-09 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-10 10:00 - 17:00 | Museum of the American Revolution, 101 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA, 19106, United States
Celebrate inspiring, trailblazing women this Mother’s Day Weekend at the Museum of the American Revolution and learn about the diverse women who played vital roles during the Revolutionary War and throughout American history. Join the Museum to explore the stories of the women from all walks of life, including those who traveled with the British and Continental armies and those who fought for equality for all.

Southeast Asian Market in FDR Park
2026-05-09 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-05-10 10:00 - 18:00 | FDR Park, 1500 Pattison Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, 19145, United States
Families are warmly invited to discover the Southeast Asian Market in FDR Park, a Philadelphia tradition over 35 years in the making, officially opening for the 2026 season on Saturday, April 4 and open every weekend until October 31.
More than a market, this vibrant community space is rooted in the stories of Lao, Khmer, Thai, Vietnamese, and Indonesian refugee and immigrant communities who have made FDR Park their home. Browse stalls filled with authentic dishes, culturally specific produce, plants, clothing, and handmade jewelry, all offered by vendors who have been sharing their heritage here for generations.
Families curious about where to start can join a guided market tour to sample Southeast Asian staples, learn the history behind the vendors, and get to know the people who make this place so special.
Please note: the market is closed for the Broad Street Run, all Eagles home games, and FIFA World Cup match dates.

Beginner-Friendly Yoga at Lawncrest Library
2026-05-09 10:30 - 11:30 | Lawncrest Library, 6098 Rising Sun Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, 19111, United States
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 Saturdays
2026-05-09 11:00 - 13:00 | Baby Gear Group Jenkintown, 2278 Mt Carmel Ave, 2nd Floor, Glenside, 19038, United States
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 of enrichment activities. Baby Gear Group Jenkintown aims to produce a relaxed environment where parents and kids can enjoy themselves and make friends. Bring coffee and snacks with you!
Play passes can be purchased at the website below.

Firstival: First Mother's Day
2026-05-09 11:00 - 13:00 | Historic St. George’s Museum & Archives, 326 New St., Philadelphia, PA, 19106, United States
Join Historic St. George’s Museum & Archives for a Saturday Firstival on May 9th, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., celebrating the First Mother’s Day as part of 52 Weeks of Philly Firsts, a citywide celebration marking 250 years of Philadelphia innovation and fun. Follow @52FirstsPhilly or visit 52firstsphilly.com for all the weekly events.
Come make Mother’s Day cards and wax seals, listen to performances and learn about the history of Mother’s Day!
The 52 Weeks of Firsts is a citywide, yearlong celebration honoring Philadelphia’s legacy of innovation produced by the Philadelphia Historic District 250th Committee. To honor these groundbreaking inventions and firsts, the Philadelphia Historic District is holding a year’s worth of free events to celebrate the country’s 250th birthday. The 52 Weeks of Firsts will take place every week of the 2026 semiquincentennial year across the City of Philadelphia in more than a dozen neighborhoods.

Spring Art Star Craft Bazaar at Cherry Street Pier
2026-05-09 11:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-10 11:00 - 17:00 | Cherry Street Pier, 121 N Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19106, United States
Families are welcome to enjoy free admission and bring their leashed pets along for the fun! The event is held at Cherry Street Pier, which is covered and protected from the elements, making it a guaranteed rain or shine experience. Vendors will be set up indoors, with an outdoor seating area and large windows that open up on a nice day.
The first 75 families each day will receive a free event tote, given out at 11am and again at 3pm. Browse 80+ curated craft vendors, enjoy Make + Takes by Project Joy Studio and Second State Press, and try Fabiola Lara’s Mini Print Vending Machine for just $1 in quarters per print. Grab a bite from Philly Taco, Irv’s Ice Cream, and Tokio Sushi Truck, or stop by the full cash bar for a drink while shopping.

Now + Then Marketplace Fishtown Fair
2026-05-09 11:00 - 18:00 | PA
Now + Then Marketplace takes over the heart of Fishtown, hosting over 50 local vendors on the triangular block that’s home to neighborhood institutions like Johnny Brenda’s & Two Robbers, Saturday 5/9 from 11am to 6pm. Food & drink specials are available from all restaurants & bars on the block including Pizza Shackamaxon & Kismet Bagels. Vendors vintage finds locals like Do Good Vintage & art Sidewalk Press.
The fair is free to attend, dog & kid friendly. 21+ to drink.

Family Fun Saturdays at Historic Fair Hill
2026-05-09 12:00 - 15:00 | Historic Fair Hill, 2901 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, 19133, United States
Join Historic Fair Hill each Saturday afternoon for storytimes, games, arts & crafts, gardening, scavenger hunts, and more!

The Lady Hoofers Tap Ensemble's Spring Concert Series
2026-05-09 14:00, 2026-05-09 19:00 - 21:00 | 3680 Walnut Street, 3680 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19104, United States
Philadelphia’s own all-women tap company, The Lady Hoofers Tap Ensemble, “is a powerhouse of technique, joy, and passion.” (ThINKingDance) The 2026 Spring Concert Series features innovative choreography by Lisa LaTouche and Caleb Teicher, company repertoire, and a world premiere by NYC-based guest choreographer Dre Torres. In the group’s 15th season, “The Lady Hoofers not only can spark the floor, they take tap in unexpected directions.” (The Dance Journal)

Mother's Day Brunch at the Philadelphia Zoo
2026-05-10 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-05-10 12:30 - 14:00 | Philadelphia Zoo, 3400 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19104, United States
The Philadelphia Zoo’s Mother’s Day Brunch is a full day of food, fun, and family memories. The experience includes zoo admission, a seasonal brunch buffet, a picture frame craft with a photo op, and an exclusive Ambassador Animal encounter. After brunch, families can enjoy lawn games and visit some of the zoo’s animal moms, including Mommy the Galapagos tortoise, Tua the orangutan, and Stella the giraffe.
Optional flower crowns made from fresh blooms are available for pre-order at checkout for moms and kids alike, though quantities are limited.
Seating is assigned, so all guests in the same party should book under one order. Groups over eight may be split across tables. Questions can be directed to events@phillyzoo.org.

City Cruises Philadelphia Mother’s Day Signature Brunch Cruise
2026-05-10 10:00 - 12:00 | City Cruises Philadelphia – Penn’s Landing, 401 S Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19106, United States
Celebrate Mother’s Day with the family at City Cruises Mother’s Day Signature Brunch Cruise on Sunday, May 10, 2026! This is the perfect treat for moms to relax and spend their day with the family while cruising down the Delaware River enjoying bottomless mimosas, a chef-prepared buffet, and live entertainment.

Mother's Day Pasta Making with Calandrino's Old City Vino
2026-05-10 12:00 - 15:00 | Calandrino’s Old City Vino, 110 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA, 19106, United States
Calandrino’s Old City Vino is hosting a Mother’s Day Pasta Making Class featuring antipasto, a two-pasta and two-sauce tutorial, dessert, and wine pairings with each course. Guests with dietary restrictions are encouraged to reach out ahead of time.

PECO Family Jams: One Book One Philadelphia
2026-05-10 12:00 - 16:00 | 1020 South Street, 1020 South Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19147, United States
This year, the Free Library of Philadelphia’s kids’ selection for One Book One Philadelphia is “How to Grow a Family Tree,” written by Bea Birdsong and illustrated by Jasu Hu. The book follows a girl whose family tree grows wide and welcoming through the caring friends and neighbors who become part of her life — and that spirit of inclusivity is exactly what PECO Family Jams is all about.
Families are invited to come together, make art, and create connections at this special event. Kids can turn a white bandana into a colorful keepsake using stamps and fabric ink. Free tours of the fully mosaicked basement at Isaiah Zagar’s Magic Gardens will be offered at 12:30, 1:30, 2:30, and 3:30 pm, exploring how many kinds of family are represented throughout the space. Readings of “How to Grow a Family Tree” will take place during the 12:30 and 2:30 pm tours.
PECO Family Jams is the Magic Gardens’ family-oriented program held on the second Sunday of every month from noon to 4:00 pm. Crafts and basement tours are included with regular admission. Families are encouraged to purchase tickets in advance.

Family Funday with PopUpPlay
2026-05-10 13:00 - 16:00 | Spruce Street Harbor Park, 401 S Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, 19106, United States
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 a first-come, first-served basis and are available while supplies last.

City Cruises Philadelphia Mother’s Day Signature Afternoon Brunch
2026-05-10 14:30 - 16:30 | City Cruises Philadelphia – Penn’s Landing, 401 S Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19106, United States
Celebrate with brunch on the water with City Cruises Mother’s Day Signature Afternoon Brunch Cruise! Treat moms to a relaxing day with the family while cruising down the Delaware River, enjoying bottomless mimosas, a chef-prepared buffet and live entertainment.

City Cruises Philadelphia Mother’s Day Signature Dinner Cruise
2026-05-10 19:00 - 21:30 | City Cruises Philadelphia – Penn’s Landing, 401 S Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19106, United States
Celebrate Mother’s Day with City Cruises on their Mother’s Day Signature Dinner Cruise! Spend the night out with mom to celebrate the holiday in style by cruising down the river. Enjoy live DJ entertainment, a chef-curated buffet, and memories the whole family will remember.

2026 PGA Championship Returns at Aronimink Golf Club
2026-05-11 - 2026-05-17 | Aronimink Golf Club, 3600 St. Davids Road, Newtown Square, PA, 19073, United States
The PGA Championship returns to Philadelphia on May 11, 2026 until May 17, 2026 at Aronimink Golf Club for the first time in over 60 years. The week-long tournament showcases 156 of the world’s top golfers competing for the Wanamaker Trophy before an expected crowd of over 200,000.

(Daily) The Declaration's Journey at the Museum of the American Revolution
2026-05-11 10:00 - 17:00 | Museum of the American Revolution, 101 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA, 19106, United States
At the Museum of the American Revolution, families can view The Declaration’s Journey exhibit, presented by Griffin Catalyst, which marks the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding. Come together to explore the history and global impact of the Declaration of Independence from 1776 to current times. All in all, this exhibition showcases how American Declaration of Independence has become one of the most influential political documents in modern history.
Learn more here.

Rock to the Future Lyric Lab
2026-05-11 16:00 - 18:00 | One Art Community Center, 1431-39 North 52nd Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19131, United States
Lyric Lab is Rock to the Future’s new rap and songwriting program designed for young artists ready to turn their thoughts, feelings, and stories into real music. Whether students are already writing bars or just getting started, participants build skills in writing powerful lyrics, finding their flow, riding the beat, performing with confidence, and creating original songs alongside other young creators. No experience needed, just bring your voice. The program builds toward a live performance where music gets heard.
Register for this class here.

Monday Basketball with Volo Kids at Mander Playground
2026-05-11 16:30 - 18:00 | 2140 N. 33rd St., 2140 N. 33rd St., Philadelphia, PA, 19145, United States
Play free basketball with Volo Kids at Mander Playground!
Volo Kids is on a mission to build communities of active, resilient, and confident kids through free, quality sports programs! Our programs are completely free, and this program is open to all kids ages 5-13, regardless of gender or experience level. In a Volo Kids program, you can expect 6 weeks of skills and drills to improve your technique or try a new sport!
