The Best Things To Do in Philly with Kids

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  • Wildlife Spotlight Series at the Philadelphia Zoo

    Wildlife Spotlight Series at the Philadelphia Zoo

    Philadelphia Zoo 3400 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Learn about your favorite species in the Philadelphia Zoo's NEW Wildlife Spotlight Series! Connect with animal experts, enjoy animal-themed activities for all ages, and experience exhibits from a new perspective. The Wildlife Spotlight Series is included with Zoo admission!   Rhino Spotlight August 22-25 | Come […]

  • Free Admission at The Michener Museum

    Michener Art Museum 138 South Pine Street, Doylestown, PA, United States

    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 […]

  • Wildlife Spotlight Series at the Philadelphia Zoo

    Wildlife Spotlight Series at the Philadelphia Zoo

    Philadelphia Zoo 3400 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Learn about your favorite species in the Philadelphia Zoo's NEW Wildlife Spotlight Series! Connect with animal experts, enjoy animal-themed activities for all ages, and experience exhibits from a new perspective. The Wildlife Spotlight Series is included with Zoo admission!   Rhino Spotlight August 22-25 | Come […]

  • Cherry Street Pier First Friday

    Cherry Street Pier 121 N Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Visit the Cherry Street Pier on the First Friday of each month for exhibition openings, artist studio tours, markets, and stunning views of the Delaware River. All exhibitions and events are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted.  First Friday dates: January 5, February […]

  • Wildlife Spotlight Series at the Philadelphia Zoo

    Wildlife Spotlight Series at the Philadelphia Zoo

    Philadelphia Zoo 3400 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Learn about your favorite species in the Philadelphia Zoo's NEW Wildlife Spotlight Series! Connect with animal experts, enjoy animal-themed activities for all ages, and experience exhibits from a new perspective. The Wildlife Spotlight Series is included with Zoo admission!   Rhino Spotlight August 22-25 | Come […]

  • Breakfast With Santa

    Dave & Busters 325 N. Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Santa Claus is coming to Dave & Buster’s! Score a ho-ho-whole morning of family fun with exclusive early access to the store. Forget the long lines at the mall. There’s no better place to meet Mr. Claus! Your kids can play games & get a […]

    $25.99
  • Wildlife Spotlight Series at the Philadelphia Zoo

    Wildlife Spotlight Series at the Philadelphia Zoo

    Philadelphia Zoo 3400 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Learn about your favorite species in the Philadelphia Zoo's NEW Wildlife Spotlight Series! Connect with animal experts, enjoy animal-themed activities for all ages, and experience exhibits from a new perspective. The Wildlife Spotlight Series is included with Zoo admission!   Rhino Spotlight August 22-25 | Come […]

  • Free Admission at The Michener Museum

    Michener Art Museum 138 South Pine Street, Doylestown, PA, United States

    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 […]

  • Free Admission at The Michener Museum

    Michener Art Museum 138 South Pine Street, Doylestown, PA, United States

    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 […]

  • Peter Pan at The Arden Theatre Company

    Arden Theatre Company 40 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Children and families will soar into Neverland in this enchanting production of Peter Pan at the Arden Theatre. J.M. Barrie's beloved characters come to life as audiences meet the adventurous Wendy Darling, mischievous Tinker Bell, the notorious Captain Hook, the rambunctious Lost Boys, and a […]

  • Peter Pan at The Arden Theatre Company

    Peter Pan at The Arden Theatre Company

    Arden Theatre Company 40 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Children and families will soar into Neverland in this enchanting production of Peter Pan at the Arden Theatre. J.M. Barrie's beloved characters come to life as audiences meet the adventurous Wendy Darling, mischievous Tinker Bell, the notorious Captain Hook, the rambunctious Lost Boys, and a […]

    $25 – $46
  • Peter Pan at The Arden Theatre Company

    Peter Pan at The Arden Theatre Company

    Arden Theatre Company 40 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Children and families will soar into Neverland in this enchanting production of Peter Pan at the Arden Theatre. J.M. Barrie's beloved characters come to life as audiences meet the adventurous Wendy Darling, mischievous Tinker Bell, the notorious Captain Hook, the rambunctious Lost Boys, and a […]

    $25 – $46
  • Peter Pan at The Arden Theatre Company

    Peter Pan at The Arden Theatre Company

    Arden Theatre Company 40 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Children and families will soar into Neverland in this enchanting production of Peter Pan at the Arden Theatre. J.M. Barrie's beloved characters come to life as audiences meet the adventurous Wendy Darling, mischievous Tinker Bell, the notorious Captain Hook, the rambunctious Lost Boys, and a […]

    $25 – $46
  • Peter Pan at The Arden Theatre Company

    Peter Pan at The Arden Theatre Company

    Arden Theatre Company 40 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Children and families will soar into Neverland in this enchanting production of Peter Pan at the Arden Theatre. J.M. Barrie's beloved characters come to life as audiences meet the adventurous Wendy Darling, mischievous Tinker Bell, the notorious Captain Hook, the rambunctious Lost Boys, and a […]

    $25 – $46
  • Peter Pan at The Arden Theatre Company

    Peter Pan at The Arden Theatre Company

    Arden Theatre Company 40 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Children and families will soar into Neverland in this enchanting production of Peter Pan at the Arden Theatre. J.M. Barrie's beloved characters come to life as audiences meet the adventurous Wendy Darling, mischievous Tinker Bell, the notorious Captain Hook, the rambunctious Lost Boys, and a […]

    $25 – $46
  • Peter Pan at The Arden Theatre Company

    Peter Pan at The Arden Theatre Company

    Arden Theatre Company 40 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Children and families will soar into Neverland in this enchanting production of Peter Pan at the Arden Theatre. J.M. Barrie's beloved characters come to life as audiences meet the adventurous Wendy Darling, mischievous Tinker Bell, the notorious Captain Hook, the rambunctious Lost Boys, and a […]

    $25 – $46
  • Peter Pan at The Arden Theatre Company

    Peter Pan at The Arden Theatre Company

    Arden Theatre Company 40 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Children and families will soar into Neverland in this enchanting production of Peter Pan at the Arden Theatre. J.M. Barrie's beloved characters come to life as audiences meet the adventurous Wendy Darling, mischievous Tinker Bell, the notorious Captain Hook, the rambunctious Lost Boys, and a […]

    $25 – $46
  • Peter Pan at The Arden Theatre Company

    Peter Pan at The Arden Theatre Company

    Arden Theatre Company 40 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Children and families will soar into Neverland in this enchanting production of Peter Pan at the Arden Theatre. J.M. Barrie's beloved characters come to life as audiences meet the adventurous Wendy Darling, mischievous Tinker Bell, the notorious Captain Hook, the rambunctious Lost Boys, and a […]

    $25 – $46
  • Peter Pan at The Arden Theatre Company

    Peter Pan at The Arden Theatre Company

    Arden Theatre Company 40 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Children and families will soar into Neverland in this enchanting production of Peter Pan at the Arden Theatre. J.M. Barrie's beloved characters come to life as audiences meet the adventurous Wendy Darling, mischievous Tinker Bell, the notorious Captain Hook, the rambunctious Lost Boys, and a […]

    $25 – $46
  • Peter Pan at The Arden Theatre Company

    Peter Pan at The Arden Theatre Company

    Arden Theatre Company 40 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Children and families will soar into Neverland in this enchanting production of Peter Pan at the Arden Theatre. J.M. Barrie's beloved characters come to life as audiences meet the adventurous Wendy Darling, mischievous Tinker Bell, the notorious Captain Hook, the rambunctious Lost Boys, and a […]

    $25 – $46
  • Peter Pan at The Arden Theatre Company

    Peter Pan at The Arden Theatre Company

    Arden Theatre Company 40 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Children and families will soar into Neverland in this enchanting production of Peter Pan at the Arden Theatre. J.M. Barrie's beloved characters come to life as audiences meet the adventurous Wendy Darling, mischievous Tinker Bell, the notorious Captain Hook, the rambunctious Lost Boys, and a […]

    $25 – $46
  • Peter Pan at The Arden Theatre Company

    Peter Pan at The Arden Theatre Company

    Arden Theatre Company 40 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Children and families will soar into Neverland in this enchanting production of Peter Pan at the Arden Theatre. J.M. Barrie's beloved characters come to life as audiences meet the adventurous Wendy Darling, mischievous Tinker Bell, the notorious Captain Hook, the rambunctious Lost Boys, and a […]

    $25 – $46
  • Free Admission at The Michener Museum

    Michener Art Museum 138 South Pine Street, Doylestown, PA, United States

    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 […]

  • Free Admission at The Michener Museum

    Michener Art Museum 138 South Pine Street, Doylestown, PA, United States

    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 […]

  • 2025 Cherry Blossom Festival of Greater Philadelphia

    Fairmount Park Horticulture Center 100 N Horticultural Drive, Philadelphia, PA

    The Subaru Cherry Blossom Festival is an annual spring celebration of Japanese arts and culture organized by Japan America Society of Greater Philadelphia (JASGP), with tremendous support from title sponsor Subaru of America, Inc. Featuring a variety of events throughout the city, this yearly festival […]

  • 2025 Cherry Blossom Festival of Greater Philadelphia

    Fairmount Park Horticulture Center 100 N Horticultural Drive, Philadelphia, PA

    The Subaru Cherry Blossom Festival is an annual spring celebration of Japanese arts and culture organized by Japan America Society of Greater Philadelphia (JASGP), with tremendous support from title sponsor Subaru of America, Inc. Featuring a variety of events throughout the city, this yearly festival […]

  • Free Admission at The Michener Museum

    Michener Art Museum 138 South Pine Street, Doylestown, PA, United States

    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 […]

  • Free Admission at The Michener Museum

    Michener Art Museum 138 South Pine Street, Doylestown, PA, United States

    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 […]

  • Free Admission at The Michener Museum

    Michener Art Museum 138 South Pine Street, Doylestown, PA, United States

    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 […]

  • Free Admission at The Michener Museum

    Michener Art Museum 138 South Pine Street, Doylestown, PA, United States

    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 […]

  • Free Admission at The Michener Museum

    Michener Art Museum 138 South Pine Street, Doylestown, PA, United States

    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 […]

  • Free Admission at The Michener Museum

    Michener Art Museum 138 South Pine Street, Doylestown, PA, United States

    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 […]

  • Pepsi Philly Eats Fest

    Eakins Oval 24th Street & Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Pepsi® Philly Eats Fest is bringing together beloved local eateries, football fans, and an all-star musical line-up on Saturday, October 4th from 12-5:00 pm at Eakins Oval. The event will celebrate Philly’s best bites and iconic flavors, spotlighting nine local restaurants from across the city, […]

    Free
  • Free Admission at The Michener Museum

    Michener Art Museum 138 South Pine Street, Doylestown, PA, United States

    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 […]

  • Bespoke Matter

    Bespoke Matter

    Park Towne Place 2200 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    In Bespoke Matter, five artists challenge and expand usual definitions and explore traditional decorative arts through untraditional lenses. Their work poses a compelling question: What happens when an object is no longer functional? Including pieces representing furniture, wallpaper, decorative plates, porcelain vessels, and tapestry, Philadelphia-based […]

    Free