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, […]

Families are invited to experience the magic of the season at Otherworld Philadelphia’s Hallowonders, a limited-time fall and Halloween-themed installation, starting on October 18th until November 3rd. This seasonal experience features six new autumn-inspired exhibits, along with festive trick-or-treat events offered throughout the month. Hallowonders […]

Every first Monday of the month until May 2026, Children 2+ can enjoy a free Dance Together Creative Movement class with Miss Sabrina at the Charles Santore Library in the Children's Section.

An exhibition featuring artwork by Kathleen Greco and Andrea Bartine Caldarise exploring ocean life and natural landscapes will be on view starting from November 4, 2025 through April 14, 2026. Through their distinct styles, both artists explore patterns, textures, and forms found in nature. The […]

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, […]

Fleisher offers day off camps on some Philadelphia School District closings. Join them for a full day of art-filled fun in their studios! Projects will change for each one day camp but explore art across different mediums and inspired by unique themes. Be ready to […]

Philadelphia-area preschool families are invited to experience the warmth and creativity that make Perelman a wonderful place to learn. Enjoy STEAM activities, story time, and bilingual games in Hebrew and English as your child explores and discovers. See how we encourage children to think deeply, […]

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

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 […]

An exhibition featuring artwork by Kathleen Greco and Andrea Bartine Caldarise exploring ocean life and natural landscapes will be on view starting from November 4, 2025 through April 14, 2026. Through their distinct styles, both artists explore patterns, textures, and forms found in nature. The […]

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, […]

Have you ever wanted to learn another language? Parkway Central Library in Montgomery Auditorium is hosting a special Polish storytime, as part of their language series. This storytime is intended for children aged 6 and under and their caregivers.

Along with astronomer/educator Buddy Muhler, join Fairmount Park Conservancy for a one-mile guided moonwalk and telescope observation. Enjoy stargazing at the park after dark with family and friends! Get tickets here.

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, […]

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 […]

An exhibition featuring artwork by Kathleen Greco and Andrea Bartine Caldarise exploring ocean life and natural landscapes will be on view starting from November 4, 2025 through April 14, 2026. Through their distinct styles, both artists explore patterns, textures, and forms found in nature. The […]

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, […]

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.

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

Think you have what it takes to survive on the seven seas? What will you eat? What will you wear? And, perhaps most importantly, how will you get there? Test your skills in a nautical navigation choose-your-own-adventure game! Traveling merchants and explorers throughout time have […]

Join the National Constitution Center for a night of 1787-themed family fun! Go back in time to the year the Constitution was signed and experience 18th-century-themed crafts and activities that are educational and engaging for the whole family. All activities are free with your ticket […]

For many young people in Uplift’s grief services, a picture truly says a thousand words. Since their founding in 2000, Uplift’s clinicians have invited youth and caregivers to engage in creative expression of their grief through art and storytelling. These art-making activities help attendees explore […]

Philadelphia 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 […]

Greene Towne Montessori School invites families and friends with young children to their Family & Friends Open House. Guests can explore the school, learn about Montessori education, and visit classroom environments. Children ages 0–9 can enjoy crafts, activities, and Circle Time with Ms. Olivia. Registration […]

Mi Casita is hosting Fall into Spanish, an open house at their new Passyunk location. Kids can enjoy seasonal read-alouds and hands-on activities in full Spanish immersion, while parents meet the teachers, tour the classrooms, and learn about the project-based learning approach. The event is […]

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, […]

This Veterans Day and Veterans Day weekend, join the Museum of the American Revolution in honoring America’s first veterans as well as those who have served and continue to serve the nation today. Throughout the weekend, the Museum will offer free admission to those currently […]

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. […]

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 […]

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

Join 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 […]

You’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 […]

Philadelphia 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 […]

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, […]

This Veterans Day and Veterans Day weekend, join the Museum of the American Revolution in honoring America’s first veterans as well as those who have served and continue to serve the nation today. Throughout the weekend, the Museum will offer free admission to those currently […]

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 70,000 vets who live in the Philadelphia region at the 11th annual Veterans Parade and Festival. The parade — featuring marching bands, honorarium brigades, law enforcement and emergency vehicles, local celebrities, and over 250 motorcyclists — follows last year’s route, kicking off in […]

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 […]

Goldfish Swim School brings a playful, heartwarming class designed for parents and babies (4-12 months) to move, stretch, and relax together. Enjoy gentle movement, breathwork, and bonding activities that support both caregiver wellness and your baby’s growth. There is no experience needed, just bring your […]