Philadelphia Family Community Calendar

Up Late with the Sphinx

Penn Museum 3260 South St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Calling all kids and families! Have you ever wanted to explore the museum galleries after dark? Join us during Up Late with the Sphinx for an evening filled with games and gallery activities. Drop into a hands-on workshop and make something special to take home, […]

$30

CultureFest! Día de los Muertos Festival

Penn Museum 3260 South St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

This full-day festival offers fun for the whole family, including an arts activity, altar competition, artisan market, dance and music performances, and an enormous traditional ofrenda (altar) installation by the Mexican Cultural Center by artists José Martín Anguiano Hermosillo and Maria Felix. Included with Museum Admission.

Unpacking the Past Turns 10! Anniversary Celebration

Penn Museum 3260 South St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

This year, when kids are going back to school, everyone gets to take a "field trip." The Penn. Museum is commemorating the 10th anniversary of its highly acclaimed educational program, Unpacking the Past, with Unpacking the Past Turns 10!, a K-12 community celebration on Saturday, […]

Garden Jams: Live Music Happy Hour

Penn Museum 3260 South St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Penn Museum’s outdoor summer concert series has returned! Unwind to world music by local Philly bands. Grab small bites and sips from food trucks and a garden bar fully stocked with wine, beer, and non-alcoholic refreshments. Feel free to BYO blanket and picnic essentials […]

Free Museum Days: Penn Museum

Penn Museum 3260 South St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Travel through Africa, Asia, Mexico & Central America, and the Mediterranean while taking in their vibrant cultures through ancient artifacts, world wonders, and contemporary artworks. With exciting exhibitions from Ancient Food & Flavor unwrapping the world’s oldest leftovers to U-2 Spy Planes & Aerial Archaeology, […]

CultureFest! Celebration of Women Artists

Penn Museum 3260 South St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Bring the whole family to celebrate the artistic contributions of women artists and visionaries from around the world with activities for every age. This all-day festival, presented in partnership with The Clay Studio, pays homage to Women’s History Month by spotlighting artists and creative practitioners working in a […]

CultureFest! Lunar New Year

Penn Museum 3260 South St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Lunar New Year is observed by various Asian communities, including those of Chinese, Vietnamese, Korean, and Tibetan descent. The festivities traditionally commence with the first new moon of the lunar calendar and conclude 15 days later on the first full moon. Originating as a time […]