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The Best Things To Do in Philly with Kids
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RENT at Arden Theatre Company
Enjoy the award-winning music of "RENT" at the Arden Theatre Company! This dynamic musical features beloved songs like "Seasons of Love" and "I'll Cover You" in a new and immersive production. Experience the thrill of this iconic show at the Haas Stage.
Some Like it Hot at the Forrest Theatre
The Forrest Theatre in Philadelphia presents Some Like It Hot, a musical that transports audiences to Chicago during Prohibition. This award-winning show, with 4 Tony Awards® and a Grammy Award®, follows two musicians on a life-changing, cross-country journey after witnessing a mob hit. The production, […]
“Some Like it Hot” at the Forrest Theatre
Ensemble Arts Philly and The Shubert Organization are thrilled to present the Philadelphia premiere of "Some Like It Hot" at the Forrest Theatre. Winner of 4 Tony Awards®, including Best Choreography and Best Costumes, and the Grammy Award® for Best Musical Theater Album. Set in […]
Opening Day Weekend: Spruce Street Harbor Park
Jump-start your epic summer with an action-packed opening day weekend at Spruce Street Harbor Park. The park is free and open to the public. Food and drink are pay-as-you-go. Schedule Friday, May 23 7 pm: Afterwork Sessions with Shekhinah B. Saturday, May 24 1 pm - […]
Philadelphia Contemporary Circus Festival
The PCCF is the first of its kind in Philadelphia, presenting artists from the vibrant and growing contemporary circus community and bringing ground-breaking artists from across the nation and beyond to Philadelphia. Full-length shows that blend acrobatics, dance, theater, and storytelling to push the boundaries […]
Bees, Butterflies & Blooms Kickoff Weekend
Help Morris Arboretum kick off Bees, Butterflies & Blooms: A Pollinator Paradise with the opening of Garden Railway: World Pollinators and the Hummingbird Hut! Garden Railway: World Pollinators features charming miniature trains weaving through a landscape teeming with flowers and buzzing with life, including spectacular sculptures of pollinators from around […]
Memorial Day Weekend 2025 at the Museum of the American Revolution
Join the Museum for Memorial Day Weekend to honor the men and women who lost their lives in service to their country during the Revolutionary War and celebrate the freedoms they fought to secure for future generations. Highlights include: "Banners of Liberty: An Exhibition of […]
Monday, May 19, 2025
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Tuesday, May 20, 2025
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May 20, 2025 -Friends’ Central School Middle & Upper School Take-a-Tour Tuesdays (Grades 6-12)
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May 20, 2025 -Play in a Day at Arden Drama School (Election Day)
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May 20, 2025 -Little Wares Postpartum Connections Series
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May 20, 2025 -Toddler Time: Art Exploration at the American Swedish Historical Museum
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May 20, 2025 -Family Storytime at Bustleton Library
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May 20, 2025 -Kid Art Class with Amy Kelly
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May 20, 2025 -Yoga On The Pier
Friends’ Central School Middle & Upper School Take-a-Tour Tuesdays (Grades 6-12)
Take-a-Tour Tuesday offers an opportunity to learn more about Friends' Central School. During the tour, visitors will meet teachers, administrators, and students, providing a window into the school's experience. The tour highlights the school's outstanding curriculum, warm classroom culture, incredible opportunities, and excellent facilities, illustrating […]
Play in a Day at Arden Drama School (Election Day)
In these award-winning classes, students work together to create an original play. Each Play-in-a-Day is as unique as the participants, the story and characters are always new! Grades K-5. $80.
Little Wares Postpartum Connections Series
Join Little Wares for a 6-week interactive workshop on Tuesday mornings for postpartum families. Each week will be hosted by a postpartum professional, focusing on a specific topic area. Join all six weeks or drop-in when you can! $150 for the series or $30 drop-in. […]
Toddler Time: Art Exploration at the American Swedish Historical Museum
Explore different ways to make colorful art inspired by works in Through the Eyes of Philadelphia New Americans: Art, Resilience, and Community. Listen to an art story and explore the exhibit to learn about different kinds of art, then kids can make mosaic pictures, try […]
Family Storytime at Bustleton Library
On Tuesdays at 11 AM, Bustleton Library hosts a family storytime. Bring your babies, toddlers, and older siblings for stories, songs, and play!
Free
Kid Art Class with Amy Kelly
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 […]
Yoga On The Pier
Join Riverfront North and Roots2Rise for an all levels outdoor flow at Pennypack on the Delaware, Tuesdays from 6-7 pm! All ages and abilities are welcome. This class is made possible by the Riverfront North Partnership. Class is free but donations are welcome and will […]
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
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May 21, 2025 -Teen Art Class with Amy Kelly
Teen Art Class with Amy Kelly
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 […]
Thursday, May 22, 2025
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May 22, 2025 -Little Beets Music Class at Rutabaga Toy Library
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May 22, 2025 -Sankofa Farm Stand at Bartram’s Village
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May 22, 2025 -Cocktails & Crustaceans at Independence Seaport Museum
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May 22, 2025 -National Tap Dance Day Jam Lady Hoofers Pop-Up
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 […]
Cocktails & Crustaceans at Independence Seaport Museum
Independence Seaport Museum’s second annual Cocktails & Crustaceans lobster boil event will raise funds to benefit the museum and its mission of discovering Philadelphia’s river of history and world of connections. By supporting this event, you will help ensure that the ships keep sailing, the […]
National Tap Dance Day Jam Lady Hoofers Pop-Up
Tap dancers throughout the U.S. and around the world celebrate tap dance as an American art form each year on Bill "Bojangles" Robinson's birthday (May 25th). Join The Lady Hoofers Tap Ensemble at Cherry Street Pier in Philadelphia on Thursday, May 22 to celebrate with […]
Friday, May 23, 2025
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May 23, 2025 -Riverrink Summerfest Opening Weekend
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May 23, 2025 -May Twilight in the Gardens at Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens
Riverrink Summerfest Opening Weekend
This summer is all about you! Jump-start your epic summer with an action-packed opening day weekend at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest. All ages are welcome. The site is free and open to the public, but skating, amusements, food, and drinks are available on […]
May Twilight in the Gardens at Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens
Twilight in the Gardens is back for another season of music, art, and fun! BYOBBS (Bring Your Own Booze, Blanket, and Snacks) and spend a relaxing evening picnicking in the glittering mosaicked space! Enjoy a live musical performance by Jeremy Adam & The Bad Madams […]
Saturday, May 24, 2025
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May 24, 2025 -Squiggles & Friends Day at Please Touch Museum
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May 24, 2025 -Art Kids Studio at the Philadelphia Museum of Art
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May 24, 2025 -Betsy Ross House Flag Raising
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May 24, 2025 -Mini Makers Robotics Class at Drexel University
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May 24, 2025 -Robot Builders Class @ Drexel University
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May 24, 2025 -Adventure Mode Activated: A Minecraft-Inspired Program at Penn Museum
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May 24, 2025 -Meet the History Makers
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May 24, 2025 -Saturday Robotics Boot Camp at Snowbot Philly East
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May 24, 2025 -El Mercado Cultural at Cherry Street Pier
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May 24, 2025 -Volunteer with the Mama-Tee Community Fridge Project
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May 24, 2025 -GrioXArts Flag Bandana Workshop
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May 24, 2025 -Silkscreens & Signatures – Free Printmaking and Civics Workshop
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May 24, 2025 -Riverrink Summerfest Opening Weekend
Squiggles & Friends Day at Please Touch Museum
Squiggles & Friends Day at Please Touch Museum is focused on teamwork and friendship, with a chance to meet the Museum mascot, Squiggles, and some of their mascot friends. Join Squiggles’ mascot friends for special activities, or meet Squiggles as they roam the Museum!
Art Kids Studio at the Philadelphia Museum of Art
Drop in and make art as a family. Projects change every few weeks. Artists of all ages welcome. Free with museum admission.
Betsy Ross House Flag Raising
Start the day in the charming Betsy Ross House courtyard. Join Betsy for a secret ceremony raising the thirteen-star flag and hear why this was especially daring in 1776.
Mini Makers Robotics Class at Drexel University
Build, Create & Innovate with Mini Makers Robotics at Drexel! 🌟 A STEAM-Powered Experience Encourage your child’s love for Robotics in a collegiate environment filled with exciting resources like 3D printing labs, design studios, and neurodiverse-friendly spaces! 👦 For Kids Ages 3–6 The one-hour Mini […]
$40.00
Robot Builders Class @ Drexel University
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
Adventure Mode Activated: A Minecraft-Inspired Program at Penn Museum
Did you know the hit game Minecraft takes its cues from real history? From pickaxes to pyramids, the blocky world is packed with tools, materials, and ideas borrowed from ancient civilizations. Come along on a kid-friendly guided tour where you’ll explore the real-world artifacts and […]
Meet the History Makers
Meet and greet History Makers, costumed historic interpreters who rehearse and train for months in preparation for an authentic, accurate, and interactive experience, as they bring to life some of the city’s most famous, and not-so-famous, citizens from the 18th and 19th centuries. Hear from […]
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
El Mercado Cultural at Cherry Street Pier
El Mercado Cultural is a Fleisher initiative focused on contributing creative and marketing resources to new merchants, restaurant owners, and market vendors completely free of charge. From product and food photography to digital marketing and branding, Fleisher’s intent is to capture the natural intersection between […]
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 […]
GrioXArts Flag Bandana Workshop
Join GrioXArts for a free Flag Bandanna Workshop! All ages and skill levels welcome.
Silkscreens & Signatures – Free Printmaking and Civics Workshop
Join artists Kathryn Lien, Justin Keller and civics teacher Grace Palladino in exploring Philly’s rich printmaking history, the world’s most famous break-up letter and how to start a revolution! Then, make your own poster with a message that you think should be included in an […]
Riverrink Summerfest Opening Weekend
This summer is all about you! Jump-start your epic summer with an action-packed opening day weekend at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest. All ages are welcome. The site is free and open to the public, but skating, amusements, food, and drinks are available on […]
Sunday, May 25, 2025
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May 25, 2025 -Art Kids Studio at the Philadelphia Museum of Art
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May 25, 2025 -Betsy Ross House Flag Raising
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May 25, 2025 -Little Art Kids at the Philadelphia Museum of Art
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May 25, 2025 -Meet the History Makers
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May 25, 2025 -Morning Story Time with Ms. AJ
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May 25, 2025 -GrioXArts Flag Bandana Workshop
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May 25, 2025 -Riverrink Summerfest Opening Weekend
Art Kids Studio at the Philadelphia Museum of Art
Drop in and make art as a family. Projects change every few weeks. Artists of all ages welcome. Free with museum admission.
Betsy Ross House Flag Raising
Start the day in the charming Betsy Ross House courtyard. Join Betsy for a secret ceremony raising the thirteen-star flag and hear why this was especially daring in 1776.
Little Art Kids at the Philadelphia Museum of Art
Toddlers and their grown-ups get to know the museum through art-making and creative play. Space is limited; first-come, first-served. Free with museum admission.
Meet the History Makers
Meet and greet History Makers, costumed historic interpreters who rehearse and train for months in preparation for an authentic, accurate, and interactive experience, as they bring to life some of the city’s most famous, and not-so-famous, citizens from the 18th and 19th centuries. Hear from […]
Morning Story Time with Ms. AJ
Ms. AJ will lead us in story and song. Expect percussive instruments to share and play provided by Unless Kids, a couple of great reads, and a song circle, in a gender-inclusive space where all identities are encouraged to thrive. Adrienne Barnett (aka Ms. AJ) is […]
GrioXArts Flag Bandana Workshop
Join GrioXArts for a free Flag Bandanna Workshop! All ages and skill levels welcome.
Riverrink Summerfest Opening Weekend
This summer is all about you! Jump-start your epic summer with an action-packed opening day weekend at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest. All ages are welcome. The site is free and open to the public, but skating, amusements, food, and drinks are available on […]