Philadelphia Family Shore & Summer Fun Guide
Make the most of your Summer in Philly and along the Jersey Shore!
Welcome to the Philadelphia Family Summer Fun Guide, your ultimate companion for creating unforgettable memories all summer long! Embrace the spirit of summer as we navigate through the family-friendly destinations, exciting activities, and hidden gems in Philadelphia and Down the Shore too!
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Philadelphia Family Summer Fun Guide Stories
Grab a blanket and catch a flick outside with your family!
PHLASH is Philadelphia's visitor friendly public transportation loop with 19 stops so you can see all that the city has to offer!
Local day camps, sleepaway camps, and summer jobs offer something for every teen
Immerse yourself in this breathtaking Chinese tradition from June 21 through August 14!
Childhood toys come to life this summer when the Hot Wheels Monster Trucks come to Philly!
Thinking of taking the kids to this year's spectacle? Here's everything you need to know.
We love Philly in the summer! Bookmark our picks to enjoy everything this great city has to offer.
Summerfest at the RiverRink and more are open for all the warm weather fun!
Summer fun at the Waterfront is very different this year, but it’s open!
Free movies, games, and more. Plus a new fountain show at Franklin Square!
PLAY, MAKE, and HEAR! The Oval+ is back with new "blocks" of even more free family fun!
A New Jersey mom tells us all about her family's favorite amusement park, and why it deserves a place on your summer list!
Local artists, mixed media, and social justice set apart this summer's family programming at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
From free museum days to block parties, it’s a week of free Independence Day celebrations for the whole family!
Go play outside! These hotspots are perfect for outdoor family fun.
Celebrate Dad (or you!) around town with special events and more around Philly.
This fabulous outdoor kids’ music series returns to Smith for its sixth year!
Why sit in Shore traffic when you can have a great time in the city?
Adult beverages and family-friendly celebrations! What’s not to love?
Summer reading with challenges, prizes, and great activities for kids throughout Philly!
Weekly “Parkway Pals” activities, outdoor concerts, and more await in this city oasis.
From patriotic pomp to a "kindie" series, here's where to hear music outside this summer.
Grab a blanket and catch a flick outside with your family!
From history to fireworks, there are so many ways to celebrate Memorial Day weekend in Philly.
Summerfest at the RiverRink, Spruce Street Harbor Park, and more are open for all the warm weather fun!
This family friendly traveling pop-up is starting its longest and most expansive season yet.
This summer, the Oval+ promises “More PARK, More PLAY.”
Explore cityscapes and create art in a mini metropolis all summer at the Philadelphia Museum of Art!
Come out and play! Philly's old Reading Viaduct has transformed into a vibrant new park!
This fabulous outdoor kids’ music series returns to Smith for its fifth year!
Grab a blanket and catch a flick outside with your family!
Weekly “Parkway Pals” activities, outdoor concerts, and more await in this city oasis.
This temporary Philly art exhibit is red, white, blue, and highly Instagram-worthy.
Summerfest at the RiverRink, Spruce Street Harbor Park, and more are open for all the warm weather fun!
Zip through the trees at this new aerial adventure course.
From the nostalgic to the cutting edge, there’s something for all levels of gamers at this massive interactive exhibit.
Need a splash, but don't want to swim? Hit one of these cooling spots around the city -- no bathing suit required.
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