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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The Best Things To Do in Philly with Kids
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Dry Vibes 2026 at Billy Penn Studios
Billy Pen Studios 1516 North 5th St., Philadelphia, PA, United StatesOn January 31st at Billy Penn Studios, Gem Life and Bar will take part in the city's largest wellness and non-alcoholic event, Dry Vibes, to celebrate presence, purpose, and joy. For this year’s celebration of innovation and community, they will expand their footprint, programming, and impact […]
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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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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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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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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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Resilient Grounds Exhibition at the National Old CIty Apartments
The National Old City Apartments 121 North 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesResilient Grounds is a powerful art exhibition featuring two Philadelphia artists exploring themes of environmental change and urban transformation. Jennifer Manzella's copper etchings capture Philadelphia's forgotten lots and wild urban spaces, while Fran Lightman Gibson's paintings reflect on the beauty and fragility of melting glaciers. […]
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Family Funday with PopUpPlay
Spruce Street Harbor Park 401 S Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesActivities 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 […]
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Storytime & Skate with Characters at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink 101 S Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesBring the family at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest for their Storytime & Skate with Characters. Little ones can enjoy an afternoon filled with magical moments, warm stories, and ice skating with their favorite costumed friends. Reserve tickets and find specific characters on their website.
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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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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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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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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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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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Resilient Grounds Exhibition at the National Old CIty Apartments
The National Old City Apartments 121 North 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesResilient Grounds is a powerful art exhibition featuring two Philadelphia artists exploring themes of environmental change and urban transformation. Jennifer Manzella's copper etchings capture Philadelphia's forgotten lots and wild urban spaces, while Fran Lightman Gibson's paintings reflect on the beauty and fragility of melting glaciers. […]
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Dance Together with The Philadelphia Dance Academy
Charles Santore Library 932 South 7th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesEvery first Monday of the month until May 2026, Children 2+ can enjoy a free Dance Together Creative Movement class with Miss Sabrina at the Charles Santore Library in the Children's Section.
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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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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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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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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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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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Resilient Grounds Exhibition at the National Old CIty Apartments
The National Old City Apartments 121 North 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesResilient Grounds is a powerful art exhibition featuring two Philadelphia artists exploring themes of environmental change and urban transformation. Jennifer Manzella's copper etchings capture Philadelphia's forgotten lots and wild urban spaces, while Fran Lightman Gibson's paintings reflect on the beauty and fragility of melting glaciers. […]
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Yoga On The Pier
Pennypack on the Delaware 7801 State Road, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin 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 […]
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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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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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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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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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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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Resilient Grounds Exhibition at the National Old CIty Apartments
The National Old City Apartments 121 North 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesResilient Grounds is a powerful art exhibition featuring two Philadelphia artists exploring themes of environmental change and urban transformation. Jennifer Manzella's copper etchings capture Philadelphia's forgotten lots and wild urban spaces, while Fran Lightman Gibson's paintings reflect on the beauty and fragility of melting glaciers. […]
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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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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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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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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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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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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 […]
Free