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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Easter Sunday Brunch and Helicopter Egg Drop

Philmont Country Club 301 Tomlinson Road, Huntingdon Valley, PA, United States

Celebrate the joy of Easter with a delectable brunch that promises a feast for your senses! Join The 1906 at Philmont Country Club for a delightful morning filled with mouthwatering delights, refreshing beverages, and the warmth of community. Tickets include brunch, formal photos with the […]

Music @themall: Scouting for Stars at King of Prussia Mall

King of Prussia Mall 160 N Gulph Road, King of Prussia, PA, United States

Head to KOP Mall for an epic day of live music from emerging artists every 15 minutes, meet & greets and autograph sessions with these talented performers. Think you’ve got what it takes to shine? When you RSVP, submit your performance video for a chance to rock the emerging artist […]

10 Year Anniversary Family Swim

Goldfish Swim School - Fort Washington 185 Commerce Dr., Fort Washington, PA, United States

Join Goldfish Swim School for their 10th anniversary Family Swim! There will also be free snacks and crafts. Registration is required – 1 ticket per person.

Movement & Play Class at Goldfish Swim School

Goldfish Swim School - Fort Washington 185 Commerce Dr., Fort Washington, PA, United States

Head to Goldfish Swim School - Fort Washington and join Marianna of Purposeful Play for a special movement class! There will be two 45-minute class options full of movement, climbing, music, and more: 10:30 am for 5 months to crawlers and 11:30 am for walkers […]

Wicked Gluten Free Expo Philadelphia

Greater Philadelphia Expo Center The Fairgrounds at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, 100 Station Avenue, Oaks, PA, United States

Get your gluten free on when the country’s biggest gluten-free expo returns to Oaks! * 100+ vendors including bakeries, brands, businesses, restaurants, artisans, food trucks and nonprofits * Free samples * Products for purchase * Kids’ Zone * Vegan and allergen-free options * Demos and […]

Open Play Saturdays

Open Play Saturdays

Baby Gear Group Jenkintown 2278 Mt Carmel Ave, 2nd Floor, Glenside, 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 […]

$15

Open Play Saturdays

Open Play Saturdays

Baby Gear Group Jenkintown 2278 Mt Carmel Ave, 2nd Floor, Glenside, 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 […]

$15
Open Play Saturdays

Open Play Saturdays

Baby Gear Group Jenkintown 2278 Mt Carmel Ave, 2nd Floor, Glenside, 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 […]

$15
Open Play Saturdays

Open Play Saturdays

Baby Gear Group Jenkintown 2278 Mt Carmel Ave, 2nd Floor, Glenside, 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 […]

$15

Toy Swap at Baby Gear Group Jenkintown

Baby Gear Group Jenkintown 2278 Mt Carmel Ave, 2nd Floor, Glenside, United States

Bring your clean and undamaged toys for newborns to school age kids and swap them for something different and exciting.  Attendees are encouraged to bring toys to swap but it is not required, so come and take what you need!

Free
Open Play Saturdays

Open Play Saturdays

Baby Gear Group Jenkintown 2278 Mt Carmel Ave, 2nd Floor, Glenside, 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 […]

$15

Open Play Saturdays

Open Play Saturdays

Baby Gear Group Jenkintown 2278 Mt Carmel Ave, 2nd Floor, Glenside, 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 […]

$15
Open Play Saturdays

Open Play Saturdays

Baby Gear Group Jenkintown 2278 Mt Carmel Ave, 2nd Floor, Glenside, 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 […]

$15
Open Play Saturdays

Open Play Saturdays

Baby Gear Group Jenkintown 2278 Mt Carmel Ave, 2nd Floor, Glenside, 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 […]

$15