101 Fun Things To Do With Kids in Philly!

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Eagles Flag Raising at the Betsy Ross House

Betsy Ross House 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join Betsy this Thursday, February 6 as she trades her red, white and blue for Eagles green! Betsy will be rooting on the the Birds with a celebratory Eagles flag raising at 11 a.m. Special guest (and fellow Eagles fan) Benjamin Franklin will be on […]

President’s Day Weekend at the Museum of the American Revolution

Museum of the American Revolution 101 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Museum invites visitors to join them over Presidents' Day Weekend, Saturday, February 15th through Monday, February 17th, 2025, to explore the life, leadership, and legacy of George Washington, the nation's first president, and the diverse range of people with whom he interacted. Through engaging […]

Presidents Day Weekend 2025 at the Museum of the American Revolution

Museum of the American Revolution 101 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join the Museum of the American Revolution over Presidents Day Weekend, Saturday, Feb. 15 – Monday, Feb. 17, 2025, to explore the life, leadership, and legacy of our nation’s first president, George Washington, and the diverse range of people with whom he interacted. Through hands-on […]

General Admission

Presidents Day Weekend 2025 at the Museum of the American Revolution

Museum of the American Revolution 101 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join the Museum of the American Revolution over Presidents Day Weekend, Saturday, Feb. 15 – Monday, Feb. 17, 2025, to explore the life, leadership, and legacy of our nation’s first president, George Washington, and the diverse range of people with whom he interacted. Through hands-on […]

General Admission

Presidents’ Day Family Day and JDAIM Celebration

Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History 101 S Independence Mall East, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Schools are closed, but the museum is open! Join the Weitzman for a FREE Family Day jam-packed with fun activities for all ages. This year, they're spotlighting Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance, and Inclusion Month (JDAIM) alongside exciting programs, workshops, crafts, a resource fair, scavenger hunts, […]

Free

Presidents Day Weekend 2025 at the Museum of the American Revolution

Museum of the American Revolution 101 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join the Museum of the American Revolution over Presidents Day Weekend, Saturday, Feb. 15 – Monday, Feb. 17, 2025, to explore the life, leadership, and legacy of our nation’s first president, George Washington, and the diverse range of people with whom he interacted. Through hands-on […]

General Admission

AAMP Family Fun Day: Black History Heroes

​The African American Museum in Philadelphia 701 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Celebrate Black History Month with AAMP's second youth costume party! On Saturday, February 22nd, AAMP invites young visitors (13 and under) to honor Black excellence by dressing as their favorite figure in Black History. In the Jack T. Franklin Auditorium, children can participate in the […]

August Wilson’s King Hedley II at Arden Theatre Company

Arden Theatre Company 40 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Experience a powerful story of hope and resilience in August Wilson's "King Hedley II." This play tells the story of a man trying to rebuild his life after facing difficult times, set in a vibrant neighborhood. See this moving production at the Arden Theatre, directed […]

Storytelling Sundays at the Betsy Ross House

Betsy Ross House 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Celebrate Women’s History Month at the Betsy Ross House with free, special events all month long! Don't miss Storytelling Sundays at the Betsy Ross House this March for Women's History Month. Award-winning Once Upon A Nation Storytellers will highlight the important contributions of women in American history, […]

Holy Grail of Memphis at Arden Theatre Company

Arden Theatre Company 40 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Catch the final performances of 'Holy Grail of Memphis' at the Arden Theatre Company, now extended through the week! This world-premiere comedy by Michael Hollinger tells the captivating story of Newton Stover III, whose life takes an unexpected turn with the discovery of lost blues […]

Storytelling Sundays at the Betsy Ross House

Betsy Ross House 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Celebrate Women’s History Month at the Betsy Ross House with free, special events all month long! Don't miss Storytelling Sundays at the Betsy Ross House this March for Women's History Month. Award-winning Once Upon A Nation Storytellers will highlight the important contributions of women in American history, […]

Storytelling Sundays at the Betsy Ross House

Betsy Ross House 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Celebrate Women’s History Month at the Betsy Ross House with free, special events all month long! Don't miss Storytelling Sundays at the Betsy Ross House this March for Women's History Month. Award-winning Once Upon A Nation Storytellers will highlight the important contributions of women in American history, […]

Midwifery in the 18th Century at the Betsy Ross House

Betsy Ross House 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Celebrate Women’s History Month at the Betsy Ross House with free, special events all month long! Explore colonial-era medicine at a special after-hours event at the Betsy Ross House! Meet a historical Philadelphia midwife and learn about women's health in the 18th century from University of Pennsylvania […]

Storytelling Sundays at the Betsy Ross House

Betsy Ross House 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Celebrate Women’s History Month at the Betsy Ross House with free, special events all month long! Don't miss Storytelling Sundays at the Betsy Ross House this March for Women's History Month. Award-winning Once Upon A Nation Storytellers will highlight the important contributions of women in American history, […]

Storytelling Sundays at the Betsy Ross House

Betsy Ross House 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Celebrate Women’s History Month at the Betsy Ross House with free, special events all month long! Don't miss Storytelling Sundays at the Betsy Ross House this March for Women's History Month. Award-winning Once Upon A Nation Storytellers will highlight the important contributions of women in American history, […]

First Friday: Diving into Ocean Science at the Science History Institute

Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

This First Friday, journey into the heart of our oceans as we explore the urgent challenges of water pollution, microplastics, and the incredible creatures that call the deep sea home at Diving into Ocean at the Science History Museum. Plunge into the world of citizen […]

Free

INVENTIONS FOR INVENTED WORLDS: A Science [Fiction] Fair where Art Meets Engineering

Christ Church Neighborhood House 20 N American Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join Pig Iron Theatre Company in a celebration of Philadelphia’s young inventors as engineering students of Science Leadership Academy at Beeber share an exposition of their inventions and the alternate worlds/histories surrounding them. The small-scale World’s Fair style expo will feature booths showcasing inventions and […]

Bunny’s Breakfast Bash at Dave & Buster’s

Dave & Busters 325 N. Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Hop on in for Bunny's Breakfast Bash and enjoy a family filled morning with exclusive early access to Dave & Buster's! Skip the lines at the mall and come join us at D&B for breakfast, an egg hunt, a chance for your kids to play […]

$27.72 – $32.43

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

First Friday at Cherry Street Pier

Cherry Street Pier 121 N Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Brought to the Delaware River Waterfront by DRWC, join us at Cherry Street Pier for First Friday presented by Fulton Bank for exhibition openings, artist studio tours, markets, bites and sips from local food vendors, and stunning views of the Delaware River. Don’t miss: 4 […]

Kid Art Class with Amy Kelly

Cherry Street Pier 121 N Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Amy Kelly is a mixed-media artist specializing in commissioned pieces and teaching art to people of all ages. She has a BFA in drawing from Kutztown University. Amy started teaching in 2013. She makes personalized, mixed-media paintings of people’s pets, loved ones, or homes. Join her […]

Kid Art Class with Amy Kelly

Cherry Street Pier 121 N Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Amy Kelly is a mixed-media artist specializing in commissioned pieces and teaching art to people of all ages. She has a BFA in drawing from Kutztown University. Amy started teaching in 2013. She makes personalized, mixed-media paintings of people’s pets, loved ones, or homes. Join her […]

Teen Art Class with Amy Kelly

Cherry Street Pier 121 N Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Amy Kelly is a mixed-media artist specializing in commissioned pieces and teaching art to people of all ages. She has a BFA in drawing from Kutztown University. Amy started teaching in 2013. She makes personalized, mixed-media paintings of people’s pets, loved ones, or homes. Join her […]