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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  • Snowlympics at Please Touch Museum

    Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Explore Please Touch Museum for winter-themed inflatables, dynamic activities, and family-friendly excitement. Little ones can hop, sprint, and conquer an epic indoor obstacle experience.

  • New Year’s Eve Countdown to 2026 at Please Touch Museum

    Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Families can welcome the new year early at Please Touch Museum's Countdown to 2026 celebration, featuring a DJ dance party, interactive activities, and hands-on fun. The festivities include music, dancing, and a special ball drop with confetti for little ones. This year, members have the […]

  • New Year’s Eve Countdown to 2026 at Please Touch Museum

    Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Families can welcome the new year early at Please Touch Museum's Countdown to 2026 celebration, featuring a DJ dance party, interactive activities, and hands-on fun. The festivities include music, dancing, and a special ball drop with confetti for little ones. This year, members have the […]

  • Celebrate Kwanzaa at Please Touch Museum

    Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Families can honor the traditions and principles of Kwanzaa at Please Touch Museum by creating a Kwanzaa table painting in the Creative Arts Studio. In the theater, "edutainer" Mister Boom Boom will lead two interactive programs featuring an African drum circle that brings rhythm, culture, […]

  • Hanukkah Celebration at the Please Touch Museum

    Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Celebrate Hanukkah at Please Touch Museum! Take part in an interactive storytime with Bubbie Lisa as she shares “The Magic Latkes”  and honor the traditions of the Festival of Lights.

  • Play Without Boundaries with the Please Touch Museum

    Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Please Touch Museum welcomes families for their sensory-friendly morning. During Play Without Boundaries, the Museum is adapted to provide a relaxed environment for individuals with autism, learning disabilities, and other sensory or communication needs.

  • Christmas Celebration at the Please Touch Museum

    Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Celebrate with Please Touch Museum for a Saturday with Santa! Children can meet Santa as he roams the Museum, and enjoy Duke Ellington’s rendition of the Nutcracker, as performed by the Philadelphia Youth Orchestra’s Jazz Ensemble.

  • Members-Only Morning at the Please Touch Museum

    Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Museum members can explore the Museum before it opens to general admission visitors at 11 AM, with special holiday treats.

  • Winter Kick-Off at the Please Touch Museum

    Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Families can celebrate the wonder of winter at Please Touch Museum as December begins with seasonal art projects, hands-on activities, and a special performance by the Chocolate Ballerinas featuring selections from their holiday production, The Nutcracker Dipped In Chocolate.

  • Sports Spectacular Saturday at Please Touch Museum

    Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Move and groove with National Kids Gym, join Action Karate for an action-packed experience that gets kids moving like real martial artists, create your own jersey, and more!

  • Superhero Saturday at Please Touch Museum

    Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join for Superhero Saturday at the Please Touch Museum, where kids can unleash their inner heroes with a day full of exciting activities! Dress up in your favorite superhero costume, meet the Philadelphia Avengers, get a custom caricature, do a printmaking activity, and more,

  • “The Questioneers” exhibit at the Please Touch Museum

    Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Head to Philly's Please Touch Museum this summer to experience The Questioneers exhibit! This exhibit is based off of the best-selling series of books by author Andrea Beaty and illustrator David Roberts. The Questioneers characters Ada Twist, Scientist; Rosie Revere, Engineer; Iggy Peck, Architect; Sofia […]

  • Ready-Set-School Free Community Days at Please Touch Museum

    Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Please Touch Museum’s school readiness campaign offers families the chance to learn about healthy habits and practices through play-based experiences, while enjoying free admission on three designated Sundays during summer 2025. We know that when children are healthy in mind, body, and spirit, they are READY and SET to […]

  • “The Questioneers” exhibit at the Please Touch Museum

    Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Head to Philly's Please Touch Museum this summer to experience The Questioneers exhibit! This exhibit is based off of the best-selling series of books by author Andrea Beaty and illustrator David Roberts. The Questioneers characters Ada Twist, Scientist; Rosie Revere, Engineer; Iggy Peck, Architect; Sofia […]

  • “The Questioneers” exhibit at the Please Touch Museum

    Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Head to Philly's Please Touch Museum this summer to experience The Questioneers exhibit! This exhibit is based off of the best-selling series of books by author Andrea Beaty and illustrator David Roberts. The Questioneers characters Ada Twist, Scientist; Rosie Revere, Engineer; Iggy Peck, Architect; Sofia […]

  • “The Questioneers” exhibit at the Please Touch Museum

    Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Head to Philly's Please Touch Museum this summer to experience The Questioneers exhibit! This exhibit is based off of the best-selling series of books by author Andrea Beaty and illustrator David Roberts. The Questioneers characters Ada Twist, Scientist; Rosie Revere, Engineer; Iggy Peck, Architect; Sofia […]

  • “The Questioneers” exhibit at the Please Touch Museum

    Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Head to Philly's Please Touch Museum this summer to experience The Questioneers exhibit! This exhibit is based off of the best-selling series of books by author Andrea Beaty and illustrator David Roberts. The Questioneers characters Ada Twist, Scientist; Rosie Revere, Engineer; Iggy Peck, Architect; Sofia […]

  • Ready-Set-School Free Community Days at Please Touch Museum

    Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Please Touch Museum’s school readiness campaign offers families the chance to learn about healthy habits and practices through play-based experiences, while enjoying free admission on three designated Sundays during summer 2025. We know that when children are healthy in mind, body, and spirit, they are READY and SET to […]

  • “The Questioneers” exhibit at the Please Touch Museum

    Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Head to Philly's Please Touch Museum this summer to experience The Questioneers exhibit! This exhibit is based off of the best-selling series of books by author Andrea Beaty and illustrator David Roberts. The Questioneers characters Ada Twist, Scientist; Rosie Revere, Engineer; Iggy Peck, Architect; Sofia […]

  • Ice Cream Day at Please Touch Museum

    Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Enjoy fun ice cream-themed programming and a complimentary scoop, while supplies last. Interactive children’s exhibits open all day. Reserve tickets at the link below.

  • “The Questioneers” exhibit at the Please Touch Museum

    Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Head to Philly's Please Touch Museum this summer to experience The Questioneers exhibit! This exhibit is based off of the best-selling series of books by author Andrea Beaty and illustrator David Roberts. The Questioneers characters Ada Twist, Scientist; Rosie Revere, Engineer; Iggy Peck, Architect; Sofia […]

  • “The Questioneers” exhibit at the Please Touch Museum

    Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Head to Philly's Please Touch Museum this summer to experience The Questioneers exhibit! This exhibit is based off of the best-selling series of books by author Andrea Beaty and illustrator David Roberts. The Questioneers characters Ada Twist, Scientist; Rosie Revere, Engineer; Iggy Peck, Architect; Sofia […]

  • “The Questioneers” exhibit at the Please Touch Museum

    Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Head to Philly's Please Touch Museum this summer to experience The Questioneers exhibit! This exhibit is based off of the best-selling series of books by author Andrea Beaty and illustrator David Roberts. The Questioneers characters Ada Twist, Scientist; Rosie Revere, Engineer; Iggy Peck, Architect; Sofia […]

  • Ready-Set-School Free Community Days at Please Touch Museum

    Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Please Touch Museum’s school readiness campaign offers families the chance to learn about healthy habits and practices through play-based experiences, while enjoying free admission on three designated Sundays during summer 2025. We know that when children are healthy in mind, body, and spirit, they are READY and SET to […]

  • “The Questioneers” exhibit at the Please Touch Museum

    Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Head to Philly's Please Touch Museum this summer to experience The Questioneers exhibit! This exhibit is based off of the best-selling series of books by author Andrea Beaty and illustrator David Roberts. The Questioneers characters Ada Twist, Scientist; Rosie Revere, Engineer; Iggy Peck, Architect; Sofia […]

  • Juneteenth at Please Touch Museum

    Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join Please Touch Museum in celebration of liberation and innovation. Enjoy Museum programming celebrating the Black experience, including special performances, activities, and workshops.

  • “The Questioneers” exhibit at the Please Touch Museum

    Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Head to Philly's Please Touch Museum this summer to experience The Questioneers exhibit! This exhibit is based off of the best-selling series of books by author Andrea Beaty and illustrator David Roberts. The Questioneers characters Ada Twist, Scientist; Rosie Revere, Engineer; Iggy Peck, Architect; Sofia […]

  • Pride at Please Touch Museum

    Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Celebrate Pride at the Please Touch Museum where every visitor is invited to embrace their unique identity in a vibrant, inclusive setting. Enjoy a dazzling musical performance, dive into an interactive storytime, and join a colorful parade!

  • Squiggles & Friends Day at Please Touch Museum

    Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Squiggles & Friends Day at Please Touch Museum is focused on teamwork and friendship, with a chance to meet the Museum mascot, Squiggles, and some of their mascot friends. Join Squiggles’ mascot friends for special activities, or meet Squiggles as they roam the Museum!

  • Fairytale Fest at Please Touch Museum

    Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Calling all princes, princesses, fairies, and dragons! Join Please Touch Museum for Fairytale Fest, featuring live theater performances, roaming princesses and fairies, themed workshops, and more!

  • Earth Day at Please Touch Museum

    Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join Please Touch Museum for a day of fun and learning about how we can help protect our planet! Plant and take home your own flowers, tackle engineering challenges using recycled materials, or flex your creativity with a rock painting activity.

  • Holi Celebration at The Please Touch Museum

    Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The Please Touch Museum invites families to celebrate the vibrant festival of Holi. This event brings color, culture, and joy together, offering a family-friendly experience. Attendees can participate in the ancient tradition with lively music, dance, and playful color powder festivities, creating a day of […]

  • Ramadan Music & Art at The Please Touch Museum

    Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join the Please Touch Museum for a special Ramadan celebration! Families can enjoy a lively percussion performance, create beautiful lanterns, and discover the art of Arabic calligraphy. See the website for a full schedule of events.

  • Girls’ Day at the Please Touch Museum

    Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The Japan America Society of Greater Philadelphia hosts a celebration of Hina-matsuri, also known as Girls' Day, at the Please Touch Museum. The event features an educational segment on the holiday's traditional decorations and a special kimono demonstration. Some volunteers will have the chance to […]

  • Martin Luther King Jr. Day at the Please Touch Museum

    Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    For the holiday, guests can join a series of special Martin Luther King Jr. Day activities, including Patchwork of Dreams with Amir Campbell where kids design quilt squares celebrating personal aspirations and values; interactive Storytime with Queen Nur as she shares the importance of speaking […]