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The Best Things To Do in Philly with Kids
Discover the best family-friendly things to do in Philadelphia with kids, including events, festivals, attractions, and free activities through our curated calendar. Find what’s happening in Philly today and plan your next family adventure!
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Philly Family Community Calendar
Ongoing
Daily: On the Land, In the Sea Exhibition
Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard 1001 Intrepid Avenue, Philadelphia
Free
Dance Together with The Philadelphia Dance Academy
Charles Santore Library 932 South 7th Street, Philadelphia
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink 101 S Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia
Week of Events
One-Man Nutcracker by Chris Davis
You know the Nutcracker the ballet, but what if the ballet was performed by only one man? If the daughter Marie, little boy Fritz, creepy uncle Drosselmeyer, the mice, the Sugar Plum fairy, were all channeled through one actor. Chris Davis is proud to bring […]
$18
Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink
Come together for some ice-skating with Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink at Dilworth Park, offered seven days a week until February 22, 2026. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink
Come together for some ice-skating with Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink at Dilworth Park, offered seven days a week until February 22, 2026. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink
Come together for some ice-skating with Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink at Dilworth Park, offered seven days a week until February 22, 2026. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
A Wrinkle in Time at Arden Theatre
From now until January 25th, travel through time with Arden Theatre's A Wrinkle in Time. This live theatre performance of Madeleine Engle's classic is perfect for families and children (ages 4 and up). Learn more on their website.
Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink
Come together for some ice-skating with Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink at Dilworth Park, offered seven days a week until February 22, 2026. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Snowlympics at Please Touch Museum
Explore Please Touch Museum for winter-themed inflatables, dynamic activities, and family-friendly excitement. Little ones can hop, sprint, and conquer an epic indoor obstacle experience.
A Wrinkle in Time at Arden Theatre
From now until January 25th, travel through time with Arden Theatre's A Wrinkle in Time. This live theatre performance of Madeleine Engle's classic is perfect for families and children (ages 4 and up). Learn more on their website.
Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink
Come together for some ice-skating with Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink at Dilworth Park, offered seven days a week until February 22, 2026. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Movement Fishtown Grand Opening
Movement Climbing, Yoga, and Fitness celebrates the grand opening of its new Fishtown location—Pennsylvania’s largest indoor climbing gym—with a full-day community event. The celebration includes free climbing, yoga, and fitness classes; live DJ sets, games and competitions, and giveaways from top outdoor and fitness brands. […]
A Wrinkle in Time at Arden Theatre
From now until January 25th, travel through time with Arden Theatre's A Wrinkle in Time. This live theatre performance of Madeleine Engle's classic is perfect for families and children (ages 4 and up). Learn more on their website.
Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink
Come together for some ice-skating with Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink at Dilworth Park, offered seven days a week until February 22, 2026. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Monday, January 5, 2026
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January 5, 2026 -Daily: On the Land, In the Sea Exhibition
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January 5, 2026 -Dance Together with The Philadelphia Dance Academy
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January 5, 2026 -Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
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January 5, 2026 -Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid
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January 5, 2026 -One-Man Nutcracker by Chris Davis
Daily: On the Land, In the Sea Exhibition
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 […]
Free
Dance Together with The Philadelphia Dance Academy
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.
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
Experience winter magic by ice skating at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid
Running from December 6th, 2025 to January 10th, 2026, “Atopos Adaptation” is a multimedia exhibition featuring seven InLiquid Artist Members exploring life and form, and investigating the beauty, diversity, and uniqueness of organisms with whom we coexist. Using ecology as a point of inspiration, the […]
Free
One-Man Nutcracker by Chris Davis
You know the Nutcracker the ballet, but what if the ballet was performed by only one man? If the daughter Marie, little boy Fritz, creepy uncle Drosselmeyer, the mice, the Sugar Plum fairy, were all channeled through one actor. Chris Davis is proud to bring […]
$18
Tuesday, January 6, 2026
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January 6, 2026 -Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
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January 6, 2026 -Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid
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January 6, 2026 -Yoga On The Pier
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
Experience winter magic by ice skating at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid
Running from December 6th, 2025 to January 10th, 2026, “Atopos Adaptation” is a multimedia exhibition featuring seven InLiquid Artist Members exploring life and form, and investigating the beauty, diversity, and uniqueness of organisms with whom we coexist. Using ecology as a point of inspiration, the […]
Free
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, January 7, 2026
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January 7, 2026 -Daily: On the Land, In the Sea Exhibition
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January 7, 2026 -Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
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January 7, 2026 -Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid
Daily: On the Land, In the Sea Exhibition
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 […]
Free
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
Experience winter magic by ice skating at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid
Running from December 6th, 2025 to January 10th, 2026, “Atopos Adaptation” is a multimedia exhibition featuring seven InLiquid Artist Members exploring life and form, and investigating the beauty, diversity, and uniqueness of organisms with whom we coexist. Using ecology as a point of inspiration, the […]
Free
Thursday, January 8, 2026
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January 8, 2026 -Little Beets Music Class at Rutabaga Toy Library
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January 8, 2026 -Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
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January 8, 2026 -Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid
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
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
Experience winter magic by ice skating at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid
Running from December 6th, 2025 to January 10th, 2026, “Atopos Adaptation” is a multimedia exhibition featuring seven InLiquid Artist Members exploring life and form, and investigating the beauty, diversity, and uniqueness of organisms with whom we coexist. Using ecology as a point of inspiration, the […]
Free
Friday, January 9, 2026
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January 9, 2026 -Daily: On the Land, In the Sea Exhibition
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January 9, 2026 -Dance Together with The Philadelphia Dance Academy
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January 9, 2026 -Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
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January 9, 2026 -Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid
Daily: On the Land, In the Sea Exhibition
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 […]
Free
Dance Together with The Philadelphia Dance Academy
Every second Friday of the month until June 2026, Children 2+ can enjoy a free Dance Together Creative Movement class with Miss Sabrina at the Fishtown Library on the third floor.
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
Experience winter magic by ice skating at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid
Running from December 6th, 2025 to January 10th, 2026, “Atopos Adaptation” is a multimedia exhibition featuring seven InLiquid Artist Members exploring life and form, and investigating the beauty, diversity, and uniqueness of organisms with whom we coexist. Using ecology as a point of inspiration, the […]
Free
Saturday, January 10, 2026
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January 10, 2026 -Mini Makers Robotics Class with Brooklyn Robot Foundry
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January 10, 2026 -Open Play Saturdays
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January 10, 2026 -Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
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January 10, 2026 -Family Fun Saturdays at Historic Fair Hill
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January 10, 2026 -Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid
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January 10, 2026 -2026 Tree Cycle Festival with Philly Goat Project
Mini Makers Robotics Class with Brooklyn Robot Foundry
Brooklyn 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 […]
$25.00
Open Play Saturdays
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 […]
$15
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
Experience winter magic by ice skating at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Family Fun Saturdays at Historic Fair Hill
Join Historic Fair Hill each Saturday afternoon for storytimes, games, arts & crafts, gardening, scavenger hunts, and more!
Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid
Running from December 6th, 2025 to January 10th, 2026, “Atopos Adaptation” is a multimedia exhibition featuring seven InLiquid Artist Members exploring life and form, and investigating the beauty, diversity, and uniqueness of organisms with whom we coexist. Using ecology as a point of inspiration, the […]
Free
2026 Tree Cycle Festival with Philly Goat Project
Philly Goat Project is hosting two tree recycling festivals this January, where families can drop off their Christmas trees for a $20 donation and enjoy free activities including goat petting, s'mores, hot cocoa, and farm exploration. Admission is free whether or not you bring a […]
Sunday, January 11, 2026
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January 11, 2026 -Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
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January 11, 2026 -Family Funday with PopUpPlay
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January 11, 2026 -Storytime & Skate with Characters at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
Experience winter magic by ice skating at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Family Funday with PopUpPlay
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 […]
Storytime & Skate with Characters at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest
Bring the family at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest for their Storytime & Skate with Characters. Little ones can enjoy an afternoon filled with magical moments, warm stories, and ice skating with their favorite costumed friends. Reserve tickets and find specific characters on their website.