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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  • Science After Hours: Fright @ Night

    Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Celebrate the art of transformation. Costumes are encouraged for this Halloween-inspired Science After Hours. Channel an alter ego or push fashion beyond its limit, this is your space to experiment without rules! From bold fashion to animal mimicry to playful imagination, explore the limitless creativity […]

  • Caution! Don’t Try This at Home Day at The Franklin Institute

    Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    For one day only, science gets dangerously fun. Experience Caution! Don’t Try This at Home Day, a sizzling spectacle packed with wild, over-the-top experiments you should absolutely not attempt in your kitchen. Must-see danger zones include: A 500-ball blast triggered by ultra cold Liquid Nitrogen A 42-foot Messy drop of Jell-O, slime, possibly […]

  • Franklin Institute Fitness Day

    Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Get Moving at Franklin Fitness Day! On Saturday, July 26, from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m, get ready to flex your muscles and your brain at Franklin Fitness Day, a high-energy celebration of movement, health, and science! Highlighting the science discovered within BODY WORLDS: Vital […]

    Free with general museum admission
  • Science After Hours: Booms & Blooms at the Franklin Institute

    Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Science After Hours is BACK—and it's blooming with Science After Hours: Booms & Blooms at the Franklin Institute! Get ready for a night of explosive science, vibrant colors, and dazzling discoveries at the museum. Explore exhibits overflowing with activities, partner with PHS to experience the […]

  • Mister John’s Music at the Franklin Institute

    Mister John’s Music at the Franklin Institute
    Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Nurture your child's growth with Mister John's Music at the Franklin Institute! Through engaging songs, movement, and rhythm, these classes promote social-emotional development, enhance brain function, and strengthen motor and language skills. Join us for a fun-filled experience with puppets, props, and lots of musical […]

  • Mister John’s Music at the Franklin Institute

    Mister John’s Music at the Franklin Institute
    Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Nurture your child's growth with Mister John's Music at the Franklin Institute! Through engaging songs, movement, and rhythm, these classes promote social-emotional development, enhance brain function, and strengthen motor and language skills. Join us for a fun-filled experience with puppets, props, and lots of musical […]

  • Mister John’s Music at the Franklin Institute

    Mister John’s Music at the Franklin Institute
    Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Nurture your child's growth with Mister John's Music at the Franklin Institute! Through engaging songs, movement, and rhythm, these classes promote social-emotional development, enhance brain function, and strengthen motor and language skills. Join us for a fun-filled experience with puppets, props, and lots of musical […]

  • Mister John’s Music at the Franklin Institute

    Mister John’s Music at the Franklin Institute
    Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Nurture your child's growth with Mister John's Music at the Franklin Institute! Through engaging songs, movement, and rhythm, these classes promote social-emotional development, enhance brain function, and strengthen motor and language skills. Join us for a fun-filled experience with puppets, props, and lots of musical […]

  • Mister John’s Music at the Franklin Institute

    Mister John’s Music at the Franklin Institute
    Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Nurture your child's growth with Mister John's Music at the Franklin Institute! Through engaging songs, movement, and rhythm, these classes promote social-emotional development, enhance brain function, and strengthen motor and language skills. Join us for a fun-filled experience with puppets, props, and lots of musical […]

  • Mister John’s Music at the Franklin Institute

    Mister John’s Music at the Franklin Institute
    Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Nurture your child's growth with Mister John's Music at the Franklin Institute! Through engaging songs, movement, and rhythm, these classes promote social-emotional development, enhance brain function, and strengthen motor and language skills. Join us for a fun-filled experience with puppets, props, and lots of musical […]

  • Mister John’s Music at the Franklin Institute

    Mister John’s Music at the Franklin Institute
    Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Nurture your child's growth with Mister John's Music at the Franklin Institute! Through engaging songs, movement, and rhythm, these classes promote social-emotional development, enhance brain function, and strengthen motor and language skills. Join us for a fun-filled experience with puppets, props, and lots of musical […]

  • Mister John’s Music at the Franklin Institute

    Mister John’s Music at the Franklin Institute
    Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Nurture your child's growth with Mister John's Music at the Franklin Institute! Through engaging songs, movement, and rhythm, these classes promote social-emotional development, enhance brain function, and strengthen motor and language skills. Join us for a fun-filled experience with puppets, props, and lots of musical […]

  • Spring Break at The Franklin Institute

    Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Make your spring break unforgettable with a journey of discovery at The Franklin Institute! Explore the vastness of space in Wondrous Space, delve into the human body's intricacies in BODY WORLDS: Vital, and witness the evolution of innovation in the Hamilton Collections Gallery. This spring […]

  • Brain Awareness Day at the Franklin Institute

    Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Discover the secrets of the brain with leading experts! The Philadelphia Chapter of the Society for Neuroscience, in partnership with Temple University and Cooper Medical School, presents Brain Awareness Day at The Franklin Institute. Engage in fascinating neuroscience activities, including holding preserved animal brains and […]

  • Meet Phang and the Philadelphia Union at The Franklin Institute

    Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Experience a thrilling mix of sports and science! Join The Franklin Institute and the Philadelphia Union on Friday, March 14th, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Meet Union player Nathan Harriel and mascot Phang, participate in engaging activities, and snag some cool giveaways. Plus, explore […]

  • BODY WORLDS: Vital at the Franklin Institute

    Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The Franklin Institute invites families to explore the fascinating BODY WORLDS: Vital exhibition. This unique experience features real human specimens that reveal the intricate workings of our bodies.