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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  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Head for the Cure 5k – Philadelphia

    Philadelphia Navy Yard’s Marine Parade Grounds St Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Participate in the Inaugural Head for the Cure 5K - Philadelphia, raising funds, awareness, and hope for the Philadelphia brain tumor community! Funds raised through this event will locally benefit brain tumor research at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Jefferson Health, Penn Medicine, Global Neurosciences Institute, […]

    $32
  • Glimpse of Goldfish Weekend

    Goldfish Swim School - Mount Laurel 2036 Briggs Road, Suite 100, Mount Laurel Township, NJ, United States

    Families considering swim lessons are invited to the first Glimpse of Goldfish Weekend! New students ages 4 months–12 years receive a complimentary 30-minute small-group lesson with evaluation and instructor feedback. The event also features a meet-and-greet with Bubbles, crafts, family swim time, snacks, drinks, and […]

    Free
  • Glimpse of Goldfish Weekend

    Goldfish Swim School - Mount Laurel 2036 Briggs Road, Suite 100, Mount Laurel Township, NJ, United States

    Families considering swim lessons are invited to the first Glimpse of Goldfish Weekend! New students ages 4 months–12 years receive a complimentary 30-minute small-group lesson with evaluation and instructor feedback. The event also features a meet-and-greet with Bubbles, crafts, family swim time, snacks, drinks, and […]

    Free
  • Glimpse of Goldfish Weekend

    Goldfish Swim School - Mount Laurel 2036 Briggs Road, Suite 100, Mount Laurel Township, NJ, United States

    Families considering swim lessons are invited to the first Glimpse of Goldfish Weekend! New students ages 4 months–12 years receive a complimentary 30-minute small-group lesson with evaluation and instructor feedback. The event also features a meet-and-greet with Bubbles, crafts, family swim time, snacks, drinks, and […]

    Free
  • Friendship Fest at Goldfish Swim School Mount Laurel

    Goldfish Swim School - Mount Laurel 2036 Briggs Road, Suite 100, Mount Laurel Township, NJ, United States

    Join Goldfish Swim School Mount Laurel for Friendship Fest! Bring friends and make a splash at their open swim, enjoy face painting, tasty snacks, and a few fun surprises along the way. It’s the perfect chance to swim, snack, and celebrate friendship.

    $5