The Best Things To Do in Philly with Kids

Gather your family and friends and head to the scenic rolling hills of Bucks County, PA for a day of unforgettable farm fun at Hellerick’s Fall Festival! General Admission grants you access to their 18-acre Adventure Farm, featuring a wagon ride, a 5-acre corn maze, […]

Join a FREE introduction to symphonic music for elementary and middle school age students accompanied by a parent or guardian, sponsored by the Delaware County Symphony. From 6:30 – 7:00 pm: learn about the double bass and music to be performed by Delaware County Symphony […]

Gather your family and friends and head to the scenic rolling hills of Bucks County, PA for a day of unforgettable farm fun at Hellerick’s Fall Festival! General Admission grants you access to their 18-acre Adventure Farm, featuring a wagon ride, a 5-acre corn maze, […]

On Tuesdays at 11 AM, Bustleton Library hosts a family storytime. Bring your babies, toddlers, and older siblings for stories, songs, and play!

Join the Gladwyne Montessori community for an interactive evening focused on building healthy money habits and modeling generosity at home. Learn from two dynamic experts—Jennifer Dempsey Fox, J.D., CFP®, CHPC, CEO & Co-Founder of Fox High Performance Coaching and former President of Bryn Mawr Trust […]

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 […]

This class is perfect for beginner to intermediate wheel throwing students. Whether you've taken a pottery class before or this is your first time using the wheel, you will be able to develop your ceramic skills to create beautiful functional pieces. The Class will cover […]

Gather your family and friends and head to the scenic rolling hills of Bucks County, PA for a day of unforgettable farm fun at Hellerick’s Fall Festival! General Admission grants you access to their 18-acre Adventure Farm, featuring a wagon ride, a 5-acre corn maze, […]

Come to Open Gym at Design Gym: Where everyone is a designer. If you’ve been curious about OPEN GYM, Design Gym will be open Wednesdays through Fridays, from 2:00 - 6:00 pm at their community design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington. OPEN […]

Join the Science History Institute for the opening of Earthly Matters, a new permanent exhibition that explores the history and science behind a collection of more than 20 minerals. These elements, crystals, gemstones—and even a meteorite!—tell stories of human curiosity about the natural world around us. Visitors […]

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, […]

Gather your family and friends and head to the scenic rolling hills of Bucks County, PA for a day of unforgettable farm fun at Hellerick’s Fall Festival! General Admission grants you access to their 18-acre Adventure Farm, featuring a wagon ride, a 5-acre corn maze, […]

Join City Cruises Philadelphia aboard the Spirit of Philadelphia for a Signature Lunch Cruise with unbeatable views of the Navy & Marine Corps’ 250th Anniversary Ship Parade! Enjoy a chef-prepared buffet, cash bar, live DJ entertainment, and front-row seats to the historic maritime procession passing […]

Come to Open Gym at Design Gym: Where everyone is a designer. If you’ve been curious about OPEN GYM, Design Gym will be open Wednesdays through Fridays, from 2:00 - 6:00 pm at their community design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington. OPEN […]

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 […]

Runs nightly through October 31! Get in the Halloween spirit with bone-chilling tales from beyond the grave on a Candlelight Ghost Tour of Philadelphia! Unearth spine-tingling stories of wandering ghosts, haunted houses steeped in mystery, and hidden burial grounds on a walking tour of Old […]

Mister John's Music is thrilled to offer day camps for 5-10 year olds when Philly students are out of school! Expect singing, dancing, ukulele class, arts and crafts, all manners of games, and if it’s warm enough, a lunch trip to neighboring parks (Fleisher Art […]

Gather your family and friends and head to the scenic rolling hills of Bucks County, PA for a day of unforgettable farm fun at Hellerick’s Fall Festival! General Admission grants you access to their 18-acre Adventure Farm, featuring a wagon ride, a 5-acre corn maze, […]

Experience the delights of autumn at Shady Brook Farm’s legendary FallFest! Get lost in the Sesame Street corn maze, pick pumpkins, enjoy live music, and discover the Eerie Illuminations Halloween Light Show. Food, bonfires, hayrides, and over 25 attractions await all ages! DATES, TIMES, AND […]

Storytime + Design is a weekly creative experience diving into a book and fun design exercises to grow your creativity and design process. All ages and identities on the designer journey are welcome. Age range of books will vary, design exercises adaptable for all.

Celebrate the autumn season right in Center City! Browse work by 20+ local artisans and food vendors at Dilworth Park. Discover art, crafts, jewelry, seasonal eats, and more—perfect for fall shopping and family fun.

Come to Open Gym at Design Gym: Where everyone is a designer. If you’ve been curious about OPEN GYM, Design Gym will be open Wednesdays through Fridays, from 2:00 - 6:00 pm at their community design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington. OPEN […]

Fun competitive gaming sessions on PS4 and Nintendo Switch. Ages 14-23

Join South Philly Time Capsule’s Sue Liedke for a MomMom Glaze Workshop celebrating the spooky charm of vintage Halloween! Each participant will receive a bisque-fired ceramic ghost, cast from a vintage mold. Choose between two classic designs. Participants will decorate their ghost using a variety […]

Historic St. George’s Museum & Archives and Christ Church Preservation Trust are teaming up to explore diverse—and often overlooked—stories from Philadelphia’s rich history. Each month, a book will be selected that highlights the events and figures who helped shape the Philly of today. Join the […]

Step inside the 23rd Street Armory and be transported to Munich’s Wies’n! Philadelphia’s biggest Oktoberfest brings together Hofbrau beer, German specialties, Oompah bands, and thousands of pretzels beneath a festive Bavarian tent. Three lively sessions over two days...prost!

Runs nightly through October 31! Get in the Halloween spirit with bone-chilling tales from beyond the grave on a Candlelight Ghost Tour of Philadelphia! Unearth spine-tingling stories of wandering ghosts, haunted houses steeped in mystery, and hidden burial grounds on a walking tour of Old […]

Celebrate the art of transformation. Costumes are encouraged for this Halloween-inspired Science After Hours. Channel an alter ego or push fashion beyond its limit, this is your space to experiment without rules! From bold fashion to animal mimicry to playful imagination, explore the limitless creativity […]

Gather your ghosts and goblins, put on your favorite costume, bring a bag, and trick-or-treat throughout the Zoo. Be sure to visit all our animal exhibits to see who might be munching on pumpkins or playing with Halloween-themed enrichment! Enjoy seasonal décor, photo opportunities, festive […]

Gather your family and friends and head to the scenic rolling hills of Bucks County, PA for a day of unforgettable farm fun at Hellerick’s Fall Festival! General Admission grants you access to their 18-acre Adventure Farm, featuring a wagon ride, a 5-acre corn maze, […]

Bring the whole family to one of the area’s largest harvest celebrations! Explore over 100 craft and food vendors, classic cars, live music, stage shows, bounce houses, pony rides, a petting zoo, and fun for all ages along Clements Bridge Road. Barrington, NJ is about […]

Kids are invited to embrace their silly side as live entertainers offer unique programs.

Join Academy educators and fellow young natural history enthusiasts for a special science story time! Each month features a different family-friendly science story followed by a fun, hands-on craft activity. Catch the fun the second weekend of each month, Saturday and Sunday, at 11 a.m. […]

Meet the Women of the 18th Century representing the diverse population of Colonial Philadelphia at the Betsy Ross House! Learn about their lives and the era they lived in by hearing their true, interactive stories.

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 […]

Kids are invited to embrace their silly side as live entertainers offer unique programs.

Inspired by APS Museum's 2025 exhibition, Philadelphia, The Revolutionary City, take part in a variety of activities as they welcome the fall weather and celebrate the remaining months of their current exhibition. There will be hands-on activities, games, and snacks for the whole family.

Celebrate the autumn season right in Center City! Browse work by 20+ local artisans and food vendors at Dilworth Park. Discover art, crafts, jewelry, seasonal eats, and more—perfect for fall shopping and family fun.

Join Historic Fair Hill each Saturday afternoon for storytimes, games, arts & crafts, gardening, scavenger hunts, and more!

Step inside the 23rd Street Armory and be transported to Munich’s Wies’n! Philadelphia’s biggest Oktoberfest brings together Hofbrau beer, German specialties, Oompah bands, and thousands of pretzels beneath a festive Bavarian tent. Three lively sessions over two days...prost!

Hear a spooky retelling of the Epworth Poltergeist by Dr. Olivia Cacchione. In 1716, a poltergeist began to haunt the Wesley family in their home at the Epworth Parsonage. For the next year, disturbing noises permeated the house, ranging from quiet footsteps to deafening crashes. […]

Eight Seconds Rodeo Gallops into Philadelphia for the First Time on October 11, 2025 Get ready for a night of grit, glory, and heart-pounding action as Eight Seconds Rodeo makes its highly anticipated debut in Philadelphia on October 11, 2025. Known for electrifying crowds, this […]

Runs nightly through October 31! Get in the Halloween spirit with bone-chilling tales from beyond the grave on a Candlelight Ghost Tour of Philadelphia! Unearth spine-tingling stories of wandering ghosts, haunted houses steeped in mystery, and hidden burial grounds on a walking tour of Old […]

Gather your ghosts and goblins, put on your favorite costume, bring a bag, and trick-or-treat throughout the Zoo. Be sure to visit all our animal exhibits to see who might be munching on pumpkins or playing with Halloween-themed enrichment! Enjoy seasonal décor, photo opportunities, festive […]

Gather your family and friends and head to the scenic rolling hills of Bucks County, PA for a day of unforgettable farm fun at Hellerick’s Fall Festival! General Admission grants you access to their 18-acre Adventure Farm, featuring a wagon ride, a 5-acre corn maze, […]

The Michener Museum is now free of charge on the second Sunday of every month. The free second Sunday and evening hours on first Thursday are possible due to a $400,000 grant from the Art Bridges Foundation, whose Access for All program is funding 64 […]

Join Academy educators and fellow young natural history enthusiasts for a special science story time! Each month features a different family-friendly science story followed by a fun, hands-on craft activity. Catch the fun the second weekend of each month, Saturday and Sunday, at 11 a.m. […]

Celebrate the season at the Kaiserman JCC's FREE community-wide Fall Fest! Enjoy music, yard games, food trucks, a vendor market, and more. Kids can explore bounce houses, obstacle courses, enjoy face painting, a petting zoo, and themed crafts. Many activities require tickets or an unlimited […]

Join the American Swedish Historical Museum for a Free Family Day inspired by ships and shipbuilding and celebrate the US Navy’s 250th anniversary! Celebrate 250 Years of Shipbuilding in Greater Philadelphia, and try out engineering and nautical-themed activities in the Museum galleries including designing and […]

Stop in for a creative, fun-filled afternoon at the Museum for Art in Wood’s Family Craft table. Experience the Museum’s current exhibition, A Plank in a Shipwreck: Windgate Arts Residency Program in Wood 2025, the Permanent Collection, and unique handmade items in the Museum store. […]

Celebrate the autumn season right in Center City! Browse work by 20+ local artisans and food vendors at Dilworth Park. Discover art, crafts, jewelry, seasonal eats, and more—perfect for fall shopping and family fun.

Activities include boat building, puppet making, and even constructing a working catapult. Each week promises captivating experiences for kids of all ages with a new make-and-take activity. This event is free and open to the public, and all ages are welcome. Activities are available on […]