Make Pinch Pots! (Free Craft for Kids)
Make your own pinch pots at Historic St. George's Museum & Archives! Their "Crafting History" program is FREE for all kids. Drop-in on October 25th between 11:00 am-1:00 pm.
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The Best Things To Do in Philly with Kids
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Historic St. George's Museum & Archives 326 New St., Philadelphia, PA, United States
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NACAC Philadelphia National College Fair with Vaughn College
Pennsylvania Convention Center 1101 Arch St., Philadelphia, PA, United StatesIf your child is interested in engineering, technology, aviation, or management, Vaughn College of Aeronautics & Technology will be at the NACAC Philadelphia College Expo on Saturday, October 25, at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Founded in 1932, Vaughn College offers degrees that prepare students for […]
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Taste of the Philippines: Design Your Own Halo Halo
Cherry Street Pier 121 N Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin the fun at Cherry Street Pier for Taste of the Philippines, a vibrant celebration of Filipino American History Month hosted by the Philippine American Chamber of Commerce – Greater Philadelphia. Part of the PECO Multicultural Series’ 30th Anniversary, this family-friendly event features local performers, […]
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Afternoon Concert with Amanda Ekery
Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture 310 W Master St., Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin Al-Bustan for a community gathering of live music and togetherness. The Árabe Mahrajan is built around the album release and live performance of Amanda Ekery and her touring musicians. Ekery is a vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, and composer with roots in Syria and Mexico. Her work […]
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10th Annual Turkey Day Tailgate
FDR Park 1500 Pattison Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin Philly PR Girl and The O’Hara Home Team for the 10th Annual Turkey Day Tailgate on Sunday, October 26, 2025, from 8 am - 12 pm at FDR Park before the Eagles take on the Giants. Guests can enjoy a Thanksgiving-inspired feast, private luxury […]
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Philadelphia Kidney Walk 2025 at the Navy Yard
Philadelphia Navy Yard Marine Parade Grounds 4747 S Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesThe Philadelphia Kidney Walk 2025 is a 2-mile non-competitive walk at Philadelphia's Navy Yard, offering family fun, music, and Zumba, raising funds for the National Kidney Foundation. Participation is free. The event serves as a vital source of support, providing assistance to those affected by […]
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Trick or Treating at Museum of Illusions Philadelphia
Museum of Illusions Philadelphia 401 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesMuseum of Illusions Philadelphia adds a playful Halloween twist this season! From Monday, October 27 through Friday, October 31, 2025, families can enjoy early trick-or-treating. Kids will collect treats while exploring mind-bending exhibits like Head on a Plate, the Ames Room, and the Vortex Tunnel, […]
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Trick or Treating at Museum of Illusions Philadelphia
Museum of Illusions Philadelphia 401 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesMuseum of Illusions Philadelphia adds a playful Halloween twist this season! From Monday, October 27 through Friday, October 31, 2025, families can enjoy early trick-or-treating. Kids will collect treats while exploring mind-bending exhibits like Head on a Plate, the Ames Room, and the Vortex Tunnel, […]
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Trick or Treating at Museum of Illusions Philadelphia
Museum of Illusions Philadelphia 401 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesMuseum of Illusions Philadelphia adds a playful Halloween twist this season! From Monday, October 27 through Friday, October 31, 2025, families can enjoy early trick-or-treating. Kids will collect treats while exploring mind-bending exhibits like Head on a Plate, the Ames Room, and the Vortex Tunnel, […]
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Bespoke Matter Opening Reception
Park Towne Place 2200 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin the opening reception of the "Bespoke Matter" exhibit with a walkthrough of the exhibition accompanied by the artists. More information about this exhibit can be found here.
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Trick or Treating at Museum of Illusions Philadelphia
Museum of Illusions Philadelphia 401 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesMuseum of Illusions Philadelphia adds a playful Halloween twist this season! From Monday, October 27 through Friday, October 31, 2025, families can enjoy early trick-or-treating. Kids will collect treats while exploring mind-bending exhibits like Head on a Plate, the Ames Room, and the Vortex Tunnel, […]
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Trick or Treating at Museum of Illusions Philadelphia
Museum of Illusions Philadelphia 401 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesMuseum of Illusions Philadelphia adds a playful Halloween twist this season! From Monday, October 27 through Friday, October 31, 2025, families can enjoy early trick-or-treating. Kids will collect treats while exploring mind-bending exhibits like Head on a Plate, the Ames Room, and the Vortex Tunnel, […]
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Nightmare on Columbus Blvd – 21+ Halloween at Dave & Busters Philly
Dave & Busters 325 N. Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesGet ready for a frightfully fun night at Dave & Buster’s Philadelphia! Join the 21+ Halloween Costume Party on Friday, October 31st from 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM. It’s your chance to drink, play, and be scary — all under one roof! Ticket Price: $32 […]
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Philadelphia American Heart Association’s Heart Walk
Citizens Bank Park 1 Citizens Bank Way, Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesFountain View at Logan Square is proud to join the American Heart Association’s 2025 Philadelphia Heart Walk on Saturday, November 1, at Citizens Bank Park. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m., and the walk kicks off at 8:45 a.m. This inspiring community event offers a fun, […]
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Trick or Treating at Museum of Illusions Philadelphia
Museum of Illusions Philadelphia 401 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesMuseum of Illusions Philadelphia adds a playful Halloween twist this season! From Monday, October 27 through Friday, October 31, 2025, families can enjoy early trick-or-treating. Kids will collect treats while exploring mind-bending exhibits like Head on a Plate, the Ames Room, and the Vortex Tunnel, […]
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Riverbend Fall Adopt-A-Tree Days
Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United StatesCome join Riverbend on October 25th or November 1st to welcome some new trees to their nature preserve! Bring your friends and family along to help plant native trees and provide homes for animals that live in our forests. These are pay what you wish […]
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“Grit & Grace”: Contemporary West Dance Theatre Inaugural Fall Concert Series
Fringe Arts 140 N. Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia, PA, United StatesPhiladelphia Gets A New Dance Company! Celebrate this exciting new chapter with the debut of the Fall Concert Series “Grit & Grace” taking place November 07-08, 2025 at the esteemed Fringe Arts Theatre in old city Philadelphia. CWDT will present three performances with works by […]
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The Joy of Trying New Foods with Thembi Palmer
Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street, Children's Department Ground Floor - Room 22, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin author and storyteller Thembi Palmer at Parkway Central Library to celebrate This Book May Make You Try Things!, her new picture book. Families and children ages 3-8 can enjoy an interactive time with music, games, crafts, and food tastings that celebrate the joy of […]
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Mister John’s Music – Date Night Drop-Off
Mister John's Music 761 S 8th St., Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaYou’ve been begging for a well-deserved date night, and Mister John is ready to take the kiddos off your hands once again! On Friday, October 3rd and Saturday, November 8th, drop off your (4+ year old) children at The School for Mister John’s Music Date […]
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“Grit & Grace”: Contemporary West Dance Theatre Inaugural Fall Concert Series
Fringe Arts 140 N. Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia, PA, United StatesPhiladelphia Gets A New Dance Company! Celebrate this exciting new chapter with the debut of the Fall Concert Series “Grit & Grace” taking place November 07-08, 2025 at the esteemed Fringe Arts Theatre in old city Philadelphia. CWDT will present three performances with works by […]
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NextFab’s Returns with Miracle on American Street Holiday Gift Market
NextFab North 1800 N American St., Philadelphia, PA, United StatesOn Saturday, November 22, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., NextFab will open its doors to the public for their fifth annual Miracle of American Street Holiday Market! Celebrate the season with a day of festive shopping, creativity, and community as you browse unique, […]
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Lucia and Swedish Christmas Market
American Swedish Historical Museum 1900 Pattison Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesBundle up and experience a traditional Swedish Christmas Market at the American Swedish Historical Museum! Shop Scandinavian food, gifts, holiday decorations, and handmade crafts in a heated outdoor tent. Browse unique finds at Mormor's Attic secondhand sale, grab fresh baked goods from SWEA Philadelphia, and […]
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Meet the Author: Thembi Palmer
Charles L. Durham Library 3320 Haverford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesThis interactive, sensory-rich author visit with Thembi Palmer invites children to explore food, culture, and curiosity through storytelling, rhythm, and play. Free books will be available while supplies last, and the program is ideal for children ages 3-8 and their families. Sponsored by the Philadelphia […]
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Breakfast with Santa Dave & Busters Philly 2025
Dave & Busters 325 N. Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesDave & Buster's invites families to kick off the season at their Annual Breakfast with Santa, a magical morning featuring VIP early access before doors open to the public. Families can enjoy a festive breakfast banquet, exclusive arcade play, keepsake photos with Santa, holiday crafts, […]
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Haunted Christmas with East Kensington Arts Committee
Philadelphia Brewing Co. 2440 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesHaunted Christmas lands at Philly Brewing Co. on Saturday, Dec 13th! Come together for a night where holiday cheer gets a spooky twist. Shop from unique vendors, encounter Krampus, rock out to live bands, and catch a spooky short film compilation on the big screen. […]
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Contemporary West Dance Theatre’s “A Cool Yule” Holiday Spectacular!
Fringe Arts 140 N. Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia, PA, United StatesLet your heart soar as Contemporary West Dance Theatre heralds in the holidays with their annual performance of “A Cool Yule!” Christmas Spectacular! Gather your family and friends to celebrate the season with a mix of timeless classics, audience sing-alongs, and the thrilling sounds of […]
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Mini Makers Robotics Class with Brooklyn Robot Foundry
SnowBot Philly East, LLC 12 West Glenside Avenue, Glenside, PA, United StatesBrooklyn Robot Foundry Philly's Mini Makers program brings the joy of building and creating to young learners ages 3–6 through weekly Saturday STEAM robotics classes in Glenside, PA, where little hands explore engineering and creativity in a screen-free environment—and every child takes home something they […]
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Contemporary West Dance Theatre’s “A Cool Yule” Holiday Spectacular!
Fringe Arts 140 N. Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia, PA, United StatesLet your heart soar as Contemporary West Dance Theatre heralds in the holidays with their annual performance of “A Cool Yule!” Christmas Spectacular! Gather your family and friends to celebrate the season with a mix of timeless classics, audience sing-alongs, and the thrilling sounds of […]
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Contemporary West Dance Theatre’s “A Cool Yule” Holiday Spectacular!
Fringe Arts 140 N. Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia, PA, United StatesLet your heart soar as Contemporary West Dance Theatre heralds in the holidays with their annual performance of “A Cool Yule!” Christmas Spectacular! Gather your family and friends to celebrate the season with a mix of timeless classics, audience sing-alongs, and the thrilling sounds of […]
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City Cruises Philadelphia Christmas Eve Dinner Cruise
City Cruises Philadelphia - Penn's Landing 401 S Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesExperience the magic of the holiday season on land and sea with City Cruises Philadelphia’s Christmas Eve Dinner Cruise! Enjoy festive fun for the whole family with a chef-prepared buffet featuring holiday specials, a fully stocked cash bar, live DJ entertainment, dancing, games, and even […]
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Mini Makers Robotics Class with Brooklyn Robot Foundry
SnowBot Philly East, LLC 12 West Glenside Avenue, Glenside, PA, United StatesBrooklyn Robot Foundry Philly's Mini Makers program brings the joy of building and creating to young learners ages 3–6 through weekly Saturday STEAM robotics classes in Glenside, PA, where little hands explore engineering and creativity in a screen-free environment—and every child takes home something they […]
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Foundry Funday at Natural Creativity (Germantown)
Brooklyn Robot Foundry Philly offers Foundry Funday programs that transform school breaks and days off into exciting, screen-free robotics adventures where children build and take home a robot each day while developing STEM skills through hands-on learning, collaborative play, and creative problem-solving. This is designed […]
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Foundry Funday at Natural Creativity (Germantown)
Brooklyn Robot Foundry Philly offers Foundry Funday programs that transform school breaks and days off into exciting, screen-free robotics adventures where children build and take home a robot each day while developing STEM skills through hands-on learning, collaborative play, and creative problem-solving. This is designed […]
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City Cruises Philadelphia New Year’s Eve Signature Brunch Cruise
City Cruises Philadelphia - Penn's Landing 401 S Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesRing in the new year with City Cruises Philadelphia’s New Year’s Eve Signature Brunch Cruise! Enjoy festive fun for the whole family with a chef-prepared buffet, bottomless mimosas, and stunning views of the Philadelphia waterfront. Set sail with City Cruises this New Year’s Eve and […]
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City Cruises Philadelphia New Year’s Eve Signature Early Dinner Cruise
City Cruises Philadelphia - Penn's Landing 401 S Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesRing in the new year with City Cruises Philadelphia’s New Year’s Eve Signature Early Dinner Cruise! Enjoy festive fun for the whole family with a chef-prepared dinner buffet, creative cocktails, live DJ entertainment, and even a fireworks display! Set sail with City Cruises this New […]
$205