What do you want America to be like in the future? Perhaps you have a wish for your own future? Visit our wish wall, located in the 2nd Floor West Gallery, and write or draw your vision for our nation's future. Your wish will then […]

From March 28, 2026 to February 14, 2027, Botany of Nations is a groundbreaking exhibition that offers a culturally layered, new perspective on the legendary Lewis and Clark Corps of Discovery, co-curated with ethnobotanist and author Enrique Salmón, PhD, and developed with contributions from Indigenous […]

At the Museum of the American Revolution, families can view The Declaration’s Journey exhibit, presented by Griffin Catalyst, which marks the 250th anniversary of the nation's founding. Come together to explore the history and global impact of the Declaration of Independence from 1776 to current […]

Just Us runs daily through October 12th, 2026. This summer, the Barnes Foundation is exhibiting works by incarcerated artists at State Correctional Institution (SCI) Phoenix, southeast Pennsylvania’s maximum-security prison for men and members of Mural Arts Philadelphia’s Rec Crew, a job readiness and life skills […]

Bring the family at Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library for an interactive storytime. Every Monday, this event includes favorite read-aloud books, songs, and craft that's fun for the whole family!

Relax and recharge during Wellness on the Waterfront presented by Independence Blue Cross with Three Queens Yoga every Monday (6PM), Thursday (6PM), and Sunday (10AM). Join fellow fanatics in this series of summer fitness classes, including yoga and more at Race Street Pier. Bring a […]

What do you want America to be like in the future? Perhaps you have a wish for your own future? Visit our wish wall, located in the 2nd Floor West Gallery, and write or draw your vision for our nation's future. Your wish will then […]

At the Museum of the American Revolution, families can view The Declaration’s Journey exhibit, presented by Griffin Catalyst, which marks the 250th anniversary of the nation's founding. Come together to explore the history and global impact of the Declaration of Independence from 1776 to current […]

Ministry of Awe is a new, ever-evolving immersive art experience in Philadelphia that's located inside a 19th-century bank and transformed into a surreal world packed with fun for the family. Each act of wonder yields infinite returns. When visitors enter the ATM, they end up […]

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 […]

Families can enjoy free live music under the stars at Live & Local, presented by 4333 Collective. Set along the waterfront at Spruce Street Harbor Park, the event features talented local bands, stunning skyline views, food, drinks, and plenty of hammock vibes. A feel-good night […]

Join us on the grounds of Woodmere's Charles Knox Smith Hall for the 2026 Annual Straw Maze opening reception & enjoy the unveiling of the Summer Community Art Project installation! Explore the spaces, tunnels, and multi-level views created in Woodmere's 2026 straw maze. Built with […]

What do you want America to be like in the future? Perhaps you have a wish for your own future? Visit our wish wall, located in the 2nd Floor West Gallery, and write or draw your vision for our nation's future. Your wish will then […]

From March 28, 2026 to February 14, 2027, Botany of Nations is a groundbreaking exhibition that offers a culturally layered, new perspective on the legendary Lewis and Clark Corps of Discovery, co-curated with ethnobotanist and author Enrique Salmón, PhD, and developed with contributions from Indigenous […]

Come together at Springfield Mall for a free kids event on every third Wednesday of each month, beginning Wednesday, January 21st through Wednesday, August 19th. Kids Play provides free entertainment and discounts for toddlers and their caretakers. Events include a variety of fun activities, entertainment, […]

Ministry of Awe is a new, ever-evolving immersive art experience in Philadelphia that's located inside a 19th-century bank and transformed into a surreal world packed with fun for the family. Each act of wonder yields infinite returns. When visitors enter the ATM, they end up […]

On Wednesdays at Parkway Central Library, independent readers and children can practice their reading skills with a certified therapy dog from Comfort Caring Canines. Dogs will be accompanied by their handler during this program, and each child will be assigned individual time to read to […]

Be among the first to experience National Geographic's most ambitious wildlife series ever produced on the big screen. Executive produced by Jon Favreau (The Lion King, Iron Man, The Mandalorian) and created in partnership with the legendary BBC Studios Natural History Unit (Planet Earth, Blue […]

What do you want America to be like in the future? Perhaps you have a wish for your own future? Visit our wish wall, located in the 2nd Floor West Gallery, and write or draw your vision for our nation's future. Your wish will then […]

At the Museum of the American Revolution, families can view The Declaration’s Journey exhibit, presented by Griffin Catalyst, which marks the 250th anniversary of the nation's founding. Come together to explore the history and global impact of the Declaration of Independence from 1776 to current […]

Ministry of Awe is a new, ever-evolving immersive art experience in Philadelphia that's located inside a 19th-century bank and transformed into a surreal world packed with fun for the family. Each act of wonder yields infinite returns. When visitors enter the ATM, they end up […]

Every Thursday in August beginning August 6, your skate size sets the price! Pay the number of your roller skate size for admission and rental, so if you wear a size 8, you pay $8. It’s a fun way to roll into the weekend without […]

Beginning this May and continuing through October, Third Thursdays, hosted by PIDC and Ensemble, will transform Chapel Plaza at the Philadelphia Navy Yard into a lively, family and dog-friendly outdoor gathering space on the third Thursday of each month from 4 to 7 p.m. Designed […]

Relax and recharge during Wellness on the Waterfront presented by Independence Blue Cross with Three Queens Yoga every Monday (6PM), Thursday (6PM), and Sunday (10AM). Join fellow fanatics in this series of summer fitness classes, including yoga and more at Race Street Pier. Bring a […]

Families can enjoy free live music under the stars at Live & Local, presented by 4333 Collective. Set along the waterfront at Spruce Street Harbor Park, the event features talented local bands, stunning skyline views, food, drinks, and plenty of hammock vibes. A feel-good night […]

Just Us runs daily through October 12th, 2026. This summer, the Barnes Foundation is exhibiting works by incarcerated artists at State Correctional Institution (SCI) Phoenix, southeast Pennsylvania’s maximum-security prison for men and members of Mural Arts Philadelphia’s Rec Crew, a job readiness and life skills […]

At Kingsessing Library, little ones can learn the basics of crochet, finger knit, mushroom knit, or just get cozy with some yarn on Friday afternoons. Yarn will be out in the children’s area starting at 3:30 pm, and then Librarian Rachel will provide a short […]

Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest is one of the Philadelphia Waterfront's most beloved summertime traditions. The festival features roller skating, outdoor boardwalk games and rides, mini golf, and great food and drinks, all set against stunning views of the Delaware River and the Ben Franklin […]

Ease into the weekend with free yoga and meditation every Friday in Old City this August and September. We recommend bringing a mat! Please note, sessions are held between two venues. Yoga & meditation sessions take place weekly at Historic St. George's Museum & Christ Church.

Families can catch free live jazz on the waterfront at Spruce Street Harbor Park, featuring an exceptional lineup of musicians in partnership with Rising Sun Presents. Think skyline views, soulful music, food, drinks, and a laid-back lounge atmosphere. Open to all ages and not to […]

Established in 2003 and now run directly by Brogue Hydroponics, this market is located in picturesque Fitler Square Park. The year-round market is a regular Saturday morning routine for residents of the neighborhood. The Food Trust is proud to include Fitler Square Farmers Market as […]

The Sunflower Festival at Bellemont Farm offers families a wonderful day featuring approximately five acres of sunflower fields to explore and photograph, cut-your-own flower options, food trucks, craft vendors, a beer garden, live music (noon to 5:30 PM), and activities for children. Running on weekends […]

At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]

From March 28, 2026 to February 14, 2027, Botany of Nations is a groundbreaking exhibition that offers a culturally layered, new perspective on the legendary Lewis and Clark Corps of Discovery, co-curated with ethnobotanist and author Enrique Salmón, PhD, and developed with contributions from Indigenous […]

Families are warmly invited to discover the Southeast Asian Market in FDR Park, a Philadelphia tradition over 35 years in the making, officially opening for the 2026 season on Saturday, April 4 and open every weekend until October 31. More than a market, this vibrant […]

Established in West Philly in 1998, this market is one of The Food Trust’s largest with a wide variety of fruits, vegetables, baked and canned goods, meats and specialty products. Clark Park Saturday market is a neighborhood favorite that operates year-round thanks to support from […]

Calling all book lovers! Participate in the 2026 Philadelphia Bookstore Crawl this August. With more than 50 independent bookstores participating across the Greater Philadelphia area, there's sure to be something for everyone. In addition to bookstores, the crawl has over 20 attractions planned, including libraries, […]

Practice beginner-friendly yoga on Saturdays at Lawncrest Library! Stretch the body and mind with yoga led by Elizabeth from Yoga4Philly. Mats provided but feel free to bring own mats. Please wear comfortable, warm clothes. All ages welcome.

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 […]

Families and individuals can start their Saturdays with movement, mindfulness, and waterfront views at Tai Chi at Spruce Street Harbor Park. This relaxing weekly experience combines Tai Chi and guided meditation on the park's double-decker barge along the Delaware River. Focused on slow, intentional movement […]

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

Blue Mountain Resort's annual Pierogies & Pints Festival returns Aug. 22–23 for a weekend of delicious food, craft beverages and live entertainment in the Pocono Mountains. Held in the Valley area behind the Adventure Center, the festival features savory, sweet and creative pierogies from regional […]

Do you have gently used or new art and craft supplies that are collecting dust? Are there things you bought for projects you're never going to get to or lost interest in? Do you want to try a new hobby but need inspiration and means? […]

Families can visit the National Constitution Center for its Sensory-Friendly Days. These are accessible learning experiences for people of all abilities and their families. Visitors with sensory-processing challenges can explore the museum in a secure and comfortable environment that includes modified programming and emotionally safe […]

The Sunflower Festival at Bellemont Farm offers families a wonderful day featuring approximately five acres of sunflower fields to explore and photograph, cut-your-own flower options, food trucks, craft vendors, a beer garden, live music (noon to 5:30 PM), and activities for children. Running on weekends […]

Families are warmly invited to discover the Southeast Asian Market in FDR Park, a Philadelphia tradition over 35 years in the making, officially opening for the 2026 season on Saturday, April 4 and open every weekend until October 31. More than a market, this vibrant […]

Relax and recharge during Wellness on the Waterfront presented by Independence Blue Cross with Three Queens Yoga every Monday (6PM), Thursday (6PM), and Sunday (10AM). Join fellow fanatics in this series of summer fitness classes, including yoga and more at Race Street Pier. Bring a […]

Professional women's tennis returns to Philadelphia this summer with the inaugural Ennoble Care Philly Open, taking place August 23–29 at the University of Pennsylvania's Hamlin Tennis Center. As the only U.S. stop on the Women's Tennis Association calendar ahead of the U.S. Open, and one […]

Blue Mountain Resort's annual Pierogies & Pints Festival returns Aug. 22–23 for a weekend of delicious food, craft beverages and live entertainment in the Pocono Mountains. Held in the Valley area behind the Adventure Center, the festival features savory, sweet and creative pierogies from regional […]

From the rich color and deep symbolism of the delicate “pysanka” (Ukrainian Easter Egg) to the thunderous, power, rhythm and strength of “HOPAK” – the world’s most exciting ethnic dance, and every brilliant “Kolomiyka” (polka) and soulful folk song in between, families can experience the […]

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 […]

Every Sunday in August, beginning August 2 Philly students can skate for free before heading back to class! K–12 and college students receive free roller-skating admission and skate rental with a valid Philadelphia student ID. Please note: Offer is available for on-site redemption only. A […]

Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest is one of the Philadelphia Waterfront's most beloved summertime traditions. The festival features roller skating, outdoor boardwalk games and rides, mini golf, and great food and drinks, all set against stunning views of the Delaware River and the Ben Franklin […]

Families can enjoy free live music under the stars at Live & Local, presented by 4333 Collective. Set along the waterfront at Spruce Street Harbor Park, the event features talented local bands, stunning skyline views, food, drinks, and plenty of hammock vibes. A feel-good night […]