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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  • Philadelphia Caribbean Festival part of the PECO Multicultural Series

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

    Join the Philadelphia Caribbean Festival, part of the PECO Multicultural Series, at Cherry Street Pier and Race Street Pier from noon to 8 p.m. The event is FREE and OPEN to the public. Rain or shine. Join for the 40th Annual Philadelphia Caribbean Festival, featuring […]

    Free
  • Festival of India part of the PECO Multicultural Series

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

    Join us for the Festival of India, part of the PECO Multicultural Series, at Cherry Street Pier. It is FREE and OPEN to the public. Rain or shine. Celebrate India’s Independence Day with various cultural organizations, Northern and Southern-style Indian cuisine, Bollywood performances, music, shopping, […]

    Free
  • First Friday presented by Fulton Bank at Cherry Street Pier

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

    Join in 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: June 5, July 3, August […]

  • ACANA Festival part of the PECO Multicultural Series

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

    Join us for the 18th Annual ACANA African Festival, part of the PECO Multicultural Series. It is FREE and OPEN to the public. All ages are welcome. Rain or shine. Don’t miss the largest African festival on the East Coast, which celebrates the African diaspora […]

    Free