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The Best Things To Do in Philly with Kids
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A Midsummer Night’s Dream at Quintessence Theatre
Quintessence Theatre Group 7137 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia
Build the Thrill at Legoland Discovery Center
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Philadelphia Plymouth Meeting Mall, 500 W. Germantown Pike, Plymouth Meeting
Cecily Brown: Themes and Variations at Barnes Foundation
Barnes Foundation 2025 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia
Week of Events
Ice Dinosaurs Exhibit
Explore paleontology’s final frontier in Ice Dinosaurs, the Academy’s exciting new special exhibit. Transport yourself to the Late Cretaceous period in the Arctic Circle, where dinosaurs actually lived year-round in extreme polar environments. This brand-new, immersive and educational experience brings this era to life with animatronic […]
Winter Wonderland at Longwood Gardens
Feel the warmth this winter at Longwood Gardens! Escape the winter blues in their beautiful glasshouses while marveling at their brand new West Conservatory. Explore the Cascade Garden, a lush, tropical paradise full of waterfalls and exotic plants and stroll through their classic conservatories where […]
BODY WORLDS: Vital at the Franklin Institute
The Franklin Institute invites families to explore the fascinating BODY WORLDS: Vital exhibition. This unique experience features real human specimens that reveal the intricate workings of our bodies.
Just a Moment Art Show at Wanamaker House
Just a Moment features work by painters Christina Penrose and Mary Powers-Holt. Each artist finds beauty in observation, drawing inspiration from the peaceful environments around them. Christina invites us into quiet still life paintings of moments on kitchen tables. Her blue and white dishware cradles […]
Free
A Midsummer Night’s Dream at Quintessence Theatre
Step into a world of fairies and fun with Quintessence Theatre's "A Midsummer Night's Dream"! This playful comedy follows four young lovers who get lost in a magical forest, where anything can happen. Enjoy this classic Shakespearean tale, along with "Antony & Cleopatra," in a […]
Big Cats Spotlight at the Philadelphia Zoo
The Philadelphia Zoo will present its Spotlight Series during select months in 2025. The series will celebrate favorite animals through special talks, enrichment activities, take-home crafts, themed food and beverages, and educational experiences. The Spotlight Series is included with regular Zoo admission. The Zoo's March […]
Build the Thrill at Legoland Discovery Center
From March 6 to April 27, LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia hosts the LEGO® F1® 'Build the Thrill Event.' Attendees will participate in hands-on activities, including building minifigure drivers and race cars, completing timed build challenges, and racing against other guests. Master Model Builders and Playmakers […]
Cecily Brown: Themes and Variations at Barnes Foundation
Cecily Brown: Themes and Variations,' a collaborative exhibition by the Barnes and the Dallas Museum of Art, explores the groundbreaking work of Cecily Brown through a feminist lens. The exhibition, held in the Roberts Gallery, features more than 30 pieces demonstrating how Brown challenges and […]
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration at Sesame Place
Find the pot of gold at Sesame Place! Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a fun-filled ShamROCK 'n' roll event alongside your beloved Sesame Street friends. Enjoy a Furry Friends St. Patrick’s Day Dance Party, Irish Dancing Shows, and Elmo the Musical, Live!
Small but Mighty!: Models, Toys, and Miniature Ships at the Independence Seaport Museum
The Independence Seaport Museum unveils a new core exhibition demonstrating that significant artifacts can be quite small with Small but Mighty!: Models, Toys, and Miniature Ships at the Independence Seaport Museum. This showcase features nearly 50 rare aquatic vehicle models, ranging from meticulously crafted naval […]
Monday, March 17, 2025
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Tuesday, March 18, 2025
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Wednesday, March 19, 2025
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March 19, 2025 -Budding Naturalists Spring Sessions at Riverbend
Budding Naturalists Spring Sessions at Riverbend
Riverbend believes in the joy that comes from time spent outdoors. Budding Naturalists, their Caregiver and Me Program, seeks to foster a connection with nature for young learners. Join Riverbend educators for a preschool-friendly nature-based program that includes a story, a craft, a nature activity, […]
$120
Thursday, March 20, 2025
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March 20, 2025 -Little Beets Music Class at Rutabaga Toy Library
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March 20, 2025 -Sankofa Farm Stand at Bartram’s Village
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March 20, 2025 -Midwifery in the 18th Century at the Betsy Ross House
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March 20, 2025 -Youth-Led Open Mic Night At OneArt Community Center
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March 20, 2025 -Boléro at The Academy of Music
Little Beets Music Class at Rutabaga Toy Library
Little Beets Music Class is a hands-on music making experiences designed to foster children's musical growth. A portion of each class is dedicated to shared musical activities, such as sing-along songs, finger plays, instrument exploration, and movement. The remaining time allows for musical free play, […]
$25
Sankofa Farm Stand at Bartram’s Village
Come purchase fresh, chemical-free inspirited local produce straight from Sankofa Community Farm every Thursday at the Bartram’s Village apartments (54th & Lindbergh Blvd entrance), now through mid-November! EBT, cash, WIC Farmer’s Market vouchers, and Senior vouchers are all accepted methods of payment (standard retail WIC […]
Midwifery in the 18th Century at the Betsy Ross House
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 […]
Youth-Led Open Mic Night At OneArt Community Center
Join Rock to the Future on March 20th for their next youth-led open mic night at OneArt Community Center in West Philadelphia. The Concert Creators class has worked hard to put this event together! Attendance and participation are free, and snacks will be provided. Doors […]
Free
Boléro at The Academy of Music
The beating heart of this triple repertory dance program is Boléro, choreographed by The Ruth and A. Morris Williams, Jr. Artistic Director Angel Corella to the beloved music of Maurice Ravel. This ballet’s daring feats of athleticism entrance audiences with deliberate, percussive movements that build […]
$40
Friday, March 21, 2025
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March 21, 2025 -Riverbend Barn Dance
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March 21, 2025 -Boléro at The Academy of Music
Riverbend Barn Dance
Grab your partner and head over to Riverbend’s Spring BARN DANCE! Local musicians Box & String and a caller will be on hand to provide lively music and dancing instructions. Grab your cowboy boots and get ready to do-si-do the night away. Don’t miss an […]
$25
Boléro at The Academy of Music
The beating heart of this triple repertory dance program is Boléro, choreographed by The Ruth and A. Morris Williams, Jr. Artistic Director Angel Corella to the beloved music of Maurice Ravel. This ballet’s daring feats of athleticism entrance audiences with deliberate, percussive movements that build […]
$40
Saturday, March 22, 2025
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March 22, 2025 -1-hr Mini Makers Robotics Class
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March 22, 2025 -Robot Rookies at Tiffany Fletcher Recreation Center
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March 22, 2025 -History Maker Saturdays at the Betsy Ross House
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March 22, 2025 -Saturday Robotics Boot Camp at Snowbot Philly East
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March 22, 2025 -Volunteer with the Mama-Tee Community Fridge Project
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March 22, 2025 -Boléro at The Academy of Music
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March 22, 2025 -Beards On Ice at Laura Sims Skate House
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March 22, 2025 -Boléro at The Academy of Music
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March 22, 2025 -Beards On Ice at Laura Sims Skate House
1-hr Mini Makers Robotics Class
Are your little ones bored on Saturdays and looking for something to do over the winter months? Try something different! Supplement your child’s learning at school, reduce screen time and boredom, and encourage YOUR CHILD’s interest in STEAM through Robotics. Break away from the “norm” […]
$25.00
Robot Rookies at Tiffany Fletcher Recreation Center
Supplement your child’s learning at school, reduce screen time and Saturday boredom, and encourage YOUR CHILD’s interest in STEAM through Robotics. Break away from the “norm” and watch your child’s creativity and imagination grow! Robot Rookie's one-hour Saturday Robotics Class allows children (4–8 years old) […]
$25.00
History Maker Saturdays at the Betsy Ross House
Celebrate Women’s History Month at the Betsy Ross House with free, special events all month long! Learn about the contributions of amazing women this Women's History Month! Meet historical figures, including businesswomen, abolitionists, and suffragists, every Saturday in March.
Saturday Robotics Boot Camp at Snowbot Philly East
Are your kids bored on Saturdays? Are you looking to reduce screen time over the winter and spring months? Try something different! Supplement your child’s learning at school, decrease boredom, and encourage YOUR CHILD’s interest in STEAM through Robotics. Take a break from the “norm” […]
$50.00
Volunteer with the Mama-Tee Community Fridge Project
Volunteer Days involve packing food boxes at The Mama-Tee Pop-Up Grocery Store™ (2203 Washington Ave) and delivering them to the Mama-Tee Fridge locations throughout the city. Their mission is to provide nourishing food to low-income communities in Philadelphia that are experiencing food insecurity. They believe […]
Boléro at The Academy of Music
The beating heart of this triple repertory dance program is Boléro, choreographed by The Ruth and A. Morris Williams, Jr. Artistic Director Angel Corella to the beloved music of Maurice Ravel. This ballet’s daring feats of athleticism entrance audiences with deliberate, percussive movements that build […]
$40
Beards On Ice at Laura Sims Skate House
Produced by the Bearded Ladies Cabaret | In partnership with the Philadelphia Parks and Recreation Department. What's more impossible: solving the climate crisis or teaching drag queens to ice skate? Come watch us do BOTH! The Bearded Ladies are taking on the climate crisis, one […]
Free
Boléro at The Academy of Music
The beating heart of this triple repertory dance program is Boléro, choreographed by The Ruth and A. Morris Williams, Jr. Artistic Director Angel Corella to the beloved music of Maurice Ravel. This ballet’s daring feats of athleticism entrance audiences with deliberate, percussive movements that build […]
$40
Beards On Ice at Laura Sims Skate House
Produced by the Bearded Ladies Cabaret | In partnership with the Philadelphia Parks and Recreation Department. What's more impossible: solving the climate crisis or teaching drag queens to ice skate? Come watch us do BOTH! The Bearded Ladies are taking on the climate crisis, one […]
Free
Sunday, March 23, 2025
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March 23, 2025 -Anime Wild Collectibles Festival at the Wildwood Convention Center
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March 23, 2025 -Yan Kama Yan Storytime at Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture
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March 23, 2025 -Sensory Friendly Family Morning at Frances M. Maguire Art Museum
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March 23, 2025 -Storytelling Sundays at the Betsy Ross House
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March 23, 2025 -Sister Sunday at The Logan Hotel Courtyard
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March 23, 2025 -Boléro at The Academy of Music
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March 23, 2025 -World Storytelling Day: Deep Water – A Concert of Uncharted Stories in the Oral Tradition at The Rotunda
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March 23, 2025 -Beards On Ice at Laura Sims Skate House
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March 23, 2025 -Beards On Ice at Laura Sims Skate House
Anime Wild Collectibles Festival at the Wildwood Convention Center
Anime Wild is a collectibles festival celebrating anime, manga, Pokemon, comic books, trading cards, crafts and cosplay. Meet artists, writers and costume groups. There will be a costume contest for all ages. Fun for the whole family.
$5.00
Yan Kama Yan Storytime at Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture
Ms. Dina invites families to Kan Yama Kan Storytime, a delightful session presented in Arabic and English. Featuring Hantush, a story written by Salha Hamdeen, a 14 year old Palestinian girl from the Jahalin Bedouin tribe, where her imaginary pet lamb, Hantush, helps her escape […]
$5
Sensory Friendly Family Morning at Frances M. Maguire Art Museum
Enjoy a sensory friendly morning at the Frances M. Maguire Art Museum on Saint Joseph's University campus. Families can explore the museum at their own pace and participate in a special take-home art activity! Children's maps and activity guides are available to add to the […]
Free
Storytelling Sundays at the Betsy Ross House
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, […]
Sister Sunday at The Logan Hotel Courtyard
The annual Sister Sunday is back for its fourth year! This free event supports small women-owned businesses, traditionally bringing together dozens of vendors offering clothes, jewelry, candles, prints and other handmade goods for sale. Once you’ve got more merch than you can carry, unwind in […]
Boléro at The Academy of Music
The beating heart of this triple repertory dance program is Boléro, choreographed by The Ruth and A. Morris Williams, Jr. Artistic Director Angel Corella to the beloved music of Maurice Ravel. This ballet’s daring feats of athleticism entrance audiences with deliberate, percussive movements that build […]
$40
World Storytelling Day: Deep Water – A Concert of Uncharted Stories in the Oral Tradition at The Rotunda
Celebrate World Storytelling Day with an unforgettable afternoon of masterful storytelling! Join Patchwork Storytelling Guild for Deep Water: A Concert of Uncharted Stories in the Oral Tradition, an afternoon of captivating storytelling exploring the depths of human experience—both real and mythical, at The Rotunda. Expect […]
Beards On Ice at Laura Sims Skate House
Produced by the Bearded Ladies Cabaret | In partnership with the Philadelphia Parks and Recreation Department. What's more impossible: solving the climate crisis or teaching drag queens to ice skate? Come watch us do BOTH! The Bearded Ladies are taking on the climate crisis, one […]
Free
Beards On Ice at Laura Sims Skate House
Produced by the Bearded Ladies Cabaret | In partnership with the Philadelphia Parks and Recreation Department. What's more impossible: solving the climate crisis or teaching drag queens to ice skate? Come watch us do BOTH! The Bearded Ladies are taking on the climate crisis, one […]
Free