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 Zoo's LumiNature presented by PNC returns with over a million twinkling lights for their tree lighting celebration along with the grand opening of the Philly Zoo Pherris Wheel, a 110-foot observation wheel offering stunning views of the illuminated displays and city skyline. New this […]
Gather your ghosts and goblins, put on your favorite costume, bring a bag, and trick-or-treat throughout the Zoo. Be sure to visit all our animal exhibits to see who might be munching on pumpkins or playing with Halloween-themed enrichment! Enjoy seasonal décor, photo opportunities, festive […]
Gather your ghosts and goblins, put on your favorite costume, bring a bag, and trick-or-treat throughout the Zoo. Be sure to visit all our animal exhibits to see who might be munching on pumpkins or playing with Halloween-themed enrichment! Enjoy seasonal décor, photo opportunities, festive […]
Gather your ghosts and goblins, put on your favorite costume, bring a bag, and trick-or-treat throughout the Zoo. Be sure to visit all our animal exhibits to see who might be munching on pumpkins or playing with Halloween-themed enrichment! Enjoy seasonal décor, photo opportunities, festive […]
Gather your ghosts and goblins, put on your favorite costume, bring a bag, and trick-or-treat throughout the Zoo. Be sure to visit all our animal exhibits to see who might be munching on pumpkins or playing with Halloween-themed enrichment! Enjoy seasonal décor, photo opportunities, festive […]
Gather your ghosts and goblins, put on your favorite costume, bring a bag, and trick-or-treat throughout the Zoo. Be sure to visit all our animal exhibits to see who might be munching on pumpkins or playing with Halloween-themed enrichment! Enjoy seasonal décor, photo opportunities, festive […]
Gather your ghosts and goblins, put on your favorite costume, bring a bag, and trick-or-treat throughout the Zoo. Be sure to visit all our animal exhibits to see who might be munching on pumpkins or playing with Halloween-themed enrichment! Enjoy seasonal décor, photo opportunities, festive […]
Gather your ghosts and goblins, put on your favorite costume, bring a bag, and trick-or-treat throughout the Zoo. Be sure to visit all our animal exhibits to see who might be munching on pumpkins or playing with Halloween-themed enrichment! Enjoy seasonal décor, photo opportunities, festive […]
Enjoy evening access to exhibits, live music by 3rowback, lawn games, and family fun in a relaxed atmosphere.
Enjoy a more accessible version of the classic Philly Zoo experience: designated Quiet Spaces, Quiet Maps, and much more!
Celebrate Father’s Day with a barbecue on Impala Lawn! Your ticket includes Zoo admission, delicious barbeque, an animal meet & greet, beer and bourbon sampling, lawn games, and one Wild Explorer VR experience ticket.
Enjoy a more accessible version of the classic Philly Zoo experience: designated Quiet Spaces, Quiet Maps, and much more!
Enjoy an afternoon of delicious food, refreshing drinks, and country music! The Bacon, Beer, Bourbon & Country Music Festival features live performances from a mix of well-known artists and rising stars, a selection of savory eats, and tastings of both beer and bourbon—plus the beautiful […]
See old friends and make new ones as you listen, learn and explore the zoo during this family-friendly event designed to raise funds and awareness for children who are deaf or hard of hearing who are learning to listen and talk at Clarke Pennsylvania. Participants […]
The Philadelphia Zoo will present its Spotlight Series during select months in 2025. The series will celebrate favorite animals through special talks, enrichment activities, take-home crafts, themed food and beverages, and educational experiences. The Spotlight Series is included with regular Zoo admission. In May, the […]
Lace up your running shoes for the 2025 Run Wild for the Zoo 5K! Join over 2,000 others for a fun run through the Philadelphia Zoo, supporting the 1,900 amazing animals that call it home. It's a unique chance to run inside the Zoo and […]
The Zoo invites families to celebrate Holi, the Festival of Colors! Enjoy a day of Indian music, dance, and food, featuring artists from Philadelphia's Indian American community. Learn how Holi marks the arrival of spring, the blossoming of love, and a time for forgiveness. Join […]
Hop to it—Bunny Brunch at Philadelphia Zoo is BACK! Your ticket includes brunch, photos with the bunny, and general Zoo admission for the day. Plus, enjoy meet-and-greets with their ambassador animals! Child Member $34.00, Adult Member: $44.00, Child Non-Member: $54.00, Adult Non-Member: $64.00
Hop to it—Bunny Brunch at Philadelphia Zoo is BACK! Your ticket includes brunch, photos with the bunny, and general Zoo admission for the day. Plus, enjoy meet-and-greets with their ambassador animals! Child Member $34.00, Adult Member: $44.00, Child Non-Member: $54.00, Adult Non-Member: $64.00
Hop to it—Bunny Brunch at Philadelphia Zoo is BACK! Your ticket includes brunch, photos with the bunny, and general Zoo admission for the day. Plus, enjoy meet-and-greets with their ambassador animals! Child Member $34.00, Adult Member: $44.00, Child Non-Member: $54.00, Adult Non-Member: $64.00
Hop to it—Bunny Brunch at Philadelphia Zoo is BACK! Your ticket includes brunch, photos with the bunny, and general Zoo admission for the day. Plus, enjoy meet-and-greets with their ambassador animals! Child Member $34.00, Adult Member: $44.00, Child Non-Member: $54.00, Adult Non-Member: $64.00
The Philadelphia Zoo invites families to a special Purim Festival. Children and adults alike will enjoy an afternoon of entertainment, hands-on activities, and arts and crafts. Free hamentashen will be provided while supplies last. Representatives from local Jewish organizations, including the Jewish Federation of Greater […]
The Philadelphia Zoo will present its Spotlight Series during select months in 2025. The series will celebrate favorite animals through special talks, enrichment activities, take-home crafts, themed food and beverages, and educational experiences. The Spotlight Series is included with regular Zoo admission. The Zoo's March […]
