More Philadelphia Family Holiday Family Fun Guide Stories

Your guide to make the most of the holiday season with your kids in Philly. 

More Holiday Guide Stories

6abc Philadelphia Thanksgiving Day Parade Mr Potato Head Float

Turn off the TV and check out the country's oldest Thanksgiving parade in person this year

What’s Open on Thanksgiving in Philly?

There's plenty of fun to be had around the city before turkey time

Thanksgiving Dinner in Philly

Skip the stress this Thanksgiving and let Philly’s best restaurants and specialty food shops do the cooking

From classic traditions to brand new events, here's how you can kick 2025 off in the city.

Philadelphia residents enjoying the christmas festivities at Dilworth Park.

Don't get stuck in the house — get out and enjoy the city during the vacation

Philly Nutcracker Performance

Celebrate the season with a this classic Holiday tradition

Celebrate family, history, and culture

Here's who our team and our community named as the best local shops to support this holiday season.

Keep your Christmas green and recycle your tree.

We've got the answer to that, with fun in and around Philly!

Festive meals, kits, and more to make your holidays delicious and stress-free.

From Mummers to free concerts, here's where to start your 2020 off right.

A wild new holiday lights experience comes to the Philadelphia Zoo this season!

Spare yourself the stuff with these ideas.

Dr. Seuss' "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" delights at the Merriam through December 29.

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Four smiling kids jump on trampolines at Sky Zone in Philadelphia.

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students learning to cook with a chef

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A Christmas tree lot at night with colored holiday lights in the background.

Find Christmas trees in Philly city lots or nearby PA & NJ farms, featuring pre-cut and cut-your-own options, plus other festive activities

Santa and friends pose for a photo at the Police Athletic League PAL party.

Discover meaningful ways for Philadelphia families to give back and teach children the joy of helping others

Grab your family and take a well deserved break from the holiday busy-ness!

Shop Philadelphia's festive holiday markets for unique gifts this season from Christmas Village to neighborhood boutiques.

Photo courtesy of La Colombe

Warm up with some decadent hot cocoa at one of these great spots.

A toddler eats spaghetti with her hands at Pizzeria Stella in Philadelphia.

Discover the best kid-friendly Philly restaurants where families can enjoy a low-stress dining experience. Explore fun restaurants with play spaces and family-friendly menus

Philadelphia Family is published by a team of local women to connect families raising their kids in the city with resources, events, and each other. Learn more about us, our mission, and our method for supporting local businesses at familyfocus.org.

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