The Best Things To Do in Philadelphia 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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Kids’ Haunted House at Oak Lane Library

Oak Lane Library 6614 North 12th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Be afraid... be very afraid! Oak Lane Library will host a haunted house in their basement for children and teens.  Pop in anytime;  their creepy maze takes about 15 minutes.  Expect jump scares and low lighting, but no "blood", fog or flashing lights.  Appropriate for […]

Event Series Read to a Therapy Dog

Read to a Therapy Dog

Oak Lane Library 6614 North 12th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Young children are invited to practice their reading skills with Bear, a certified therapy dog from Comfort Caring Canines.  Bear will sit quietly and listen to stories, helping kids build confidence in reading.  Bear will be accompanied by his handler during the program.  Program runs […]

Kids’ Nature Club

Oak Lane Library 6614 North 12th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Stop and smell the flowers! Learn about plants, bugs, birds, weather, and more with fun activities.  If it's below 85 degrees, they will meet outside on the front lawn; if not, they will be inside.   Best for children entering grades K-5 on Tuesdays, through […]

Kids’ Nature Club

Oak Lane Library 6614 North 12th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Stop and smell the flowers! Learn about plants, bugs, birds, weather, and more with fun activities.  If it's below 85 degrees, they will meet outside on the front lawn; if not, they will be inside.   Best for children entering grades K-5 on Tuesdays, through […]

Kids’ Nature Club

Oak Lane Library 6614 North 12th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Stop and smell the flowers! Learn about plants, bugs, birds, weather, and more with fun activities.  If it's below 85 degrees, they will meet outside on the front lawn; if not, they will be inside.   Best for children entering grades K-5 on Tuesdays, through […]

Spies of the Revolution

Oak Lane Library 6614 North 12th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Museum of the American Revolution presents Revolution at the Library! In this super-secret meeting, join museum staff as you learn about the spies of the Revolution! From shopkeepers and mystery women to enslaved men who served as double agents, discover who these spies were […]

Kids’ Nature Club

Oak Lane Library 6614 North 12th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Stop and smell the flowers! Learn about plants, bugs, birds, weather, and more with fun activities.  If it's below 85 degrees, they will meet outside on the front lawn; if not, they will be inside.   Best for children entering grades K-5 on Tuesdays, through […]

Kids’ Nature Club

Oak Lane Library 6614 North 12th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Stop and smell the flowers! Learn about plants, bugs, birds, weather, and more with fun activities.  If it's below 85 degrees, they will meet outside on the front lawn; if not, they will be inside.   Best for children entering grades K-5 on Tuesdays, through […]

Event Series Read to a Therapy Dog

Read to a Therapy Dog

Oak Lane Library 6614 North 12th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Young children are invited to practice their reading skills with Bear, a certified therapy dog from Comfort Caring Canines.  Bear will sit quietly and listen to stories, helping kids build confidence in reading.  Bear will be accompanied by his handler during the program.  Program runs […]

Kids’ Nature Club

Oak Lane Library 6614 North 12th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Stop and smell the flowers! Learn about plants, bugs, birds, weather, and more with fun activities.  If it's below 85 degrees, they will meet outside on the front lawn; if not, they will be inside.   Best for children entering grades K-5 on Tuesdays, through […]

Kids’ Nature Club

Oak Lane Library 6614 North 12th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Stop and smell the flowers! Learn about plants, bugs, birds, weather, and more with fun activities.  If it's below 85 degrees, they will meet outside on the front lawn; if not, they will be inside.   Best for children entering grades K-5 on Tuesdays, through […]