The Best Things To Do in Philly with Kids

Discover the best family-friendly things to do in Philadelphia with kids, including events, festivals, attractions, and free activities through our curated calendar. Find what’s happening in Philly today and plan your next family adventure!

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City Life Philly Egg Hunt at FDR Park

FDR Park 1500 Pattison Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

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

Free

Science Story Time at The Academy of Natural Sciences

The Academy of Natural Sciences 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join Academy educators and fellow young natural history enthusiasts for a special science story time! Each month features a different family-friendly science story followed by a fun, hands-on craft activity. Catch the fun the second weekend of each month, Saturday and Sunday, at 11 a.m. […]

Now + Then Marketplace Ready, Set, Bloom Market

Star|Bolt 1936 N Front Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

N+T Market Ready, Set, Bloom Market springs up again this year under the El and inside & outside Star|Bolt restaurant & bar located at 1936 Front Street & Five Sisters across the street. The market, hosting over 50 local small business vendors, is also the […]

Free
Saturday Robotics Boot Camp

Saturday Robotics Boot Camp at Snowbot Philly East

SnowBot Philly East, LLC 12 West Glenside Avenue, Glenside, PA, United States

Are your kids bored on Saturdays? Are you looking to reduce screen time over the winter and spring months? Try something different! Supplement your child’s learning at school, decrease boredom, and encourage YOUR CHILD’s interest in STEAM through Robotics. Take a break from the “norm” […]

$50.00

Easter Egg Roll

Dare to Imagine Church 6610 Anderson Street, Philadelphia, United States

Hop on over to Dare to Imagine for a day full of family fun! Exciting games, colorful egg painting, lots of candy, and a hunt for the Golden Egg.

Up Next! Youth Jam Sessions

Up Next! Youth Jam Sessions

World Cafe Live 3025 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Up Next! is a free monthly open jam session providing a platform for Philly’s creative youth to learn, perform, collaborate, and grow. Every second Saturday, The Lounge at World Cafe Live offers an all-ages, alcohol-free environment, showcasing our city’s up-and-coming talent while building community across […]

Free

The Stenton Egg Hunt

Stenton Museum 4601 North 18th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Stenton's Easter event includes an egg hunt, natural egg dyeing, crafts, and face painting! The Egg Hunt begins promptly at 1:00 PM, and the site is open until 3:00 PM for the other activities and refreshments. Event is free; donations are greatly appreciated. Reservations are […]

Bunny Brunch at Philadelphia Zoo

Bunny Brunch at Philadelphia Zoo

Philadelphia Zoo 3400 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Hop to it—Bunny Brunch at Philadelphia Zoo is BACK! Your ticket includes brunch, photos with the bunny, and general Zoo admission for the day. Plus, enjoy meet-and-greets with their ambassador animals! Child Member $34.00, Adult Member: $44.00, Child Non-Member: $54.00, Adult Non-Member: $64.00

2025 Major League Table Tennis Championship Weekend

Athletic Recreation Center at Saint Joseph's University 730 S 43rd St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Major League Table Tennis (MLTT), the first professional table tennis league in the U.S., is bringing its biggest event of the season—Championship Weekend—to Philadelphia on April 12-13, 2025, where the top four teams will compete for the prestigious MLTT Cup and a $50,000 purse at […]

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 […]

Clover Market ~ Chestnut Hill

Chestnut Hill 8000 to 8600 blocks of Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA

The Clover Market announces the start of the spring outdoor event season in downtown Chestnut Hill, PA, on Sunday, April 13, from 10 AM to 4 PM. The Chestnut Hill Market will feature over 90 carefully curated vendors offering a diverse selection of handmade and […]

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 […]

Free Admission at The Michener Museum

Michener Art Museum 138 South Pine Street, Doylestown, PA, United States

The Michener Museum is now free of charge on the second Sunday of every month. The free second Sunday and evening hours on first Thursday are possible due to a $400,000 grant from the Art Bridges Foundation, whose Access for All program is funding 64 […]

Science Story Time at The Academy of Natural Sciences

The Academy of Natural Sciences 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join Academy educators and fellow young natural history enthusiasts for a special science story time! Each month features a different family-friendly science story followed by a fun, hands-on craft activity. Catch the fun the second weekend of each month, Saturday and Sunday, at 11 a.m. […]

FREE Easter Egg Hunt at Historic St. George’s Museum and Archives

Historic St. George's Museum and Archives 326 New Street, Philadelphia, United States

Historic St. George’s Museum and Archives will host a complimentary, family-friendly Easter celebration. The event will feature a spring-themed craft activity, a reading of the children's book "How to Catch the Easter Bunny," and an Easter egg hunt throughout the museum's historic grounds. Attendees are […]

Free
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!