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4 events,
Independence Blue Cross Riverrink Summerfest
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest is one of the Philadelphia Waterfront's favorite summertime traditions. It features outdoor boardwalk games and rides, mini-golf, and great food and drinks, all with soaring views of the Delaware River and Ben Franklin Bridge. Summerfest is the perfect place for a family outing, a school trip, or a meet-up with...
Hammock Hangout Scavenger Hunt at Spruce Street Harbor Park
Join us on Monday, July 22, to celebrate National Hammock Day and participate in our exciting Hammock Hangout Challenge, which kicks off on Sunday, July 21. Count the number of hammocks in Spruce Street Harbor Park. Don’t be deceived; there are more than you think. Look high, look low, as you stroll the park. Everyone...
Drama Camp: Treasure Seekers
Drama Camp: Treasure Seekers
Ahoy, mateys! X marks the spot in this adventure-filled week! Kids take a theatrical journey through Acting, Music, Improv, and Dance as they work as an ensemble to create and rehearse an original play. Camp culminates with an onstage performance for family and friends, complete with lights, singing, and dancing. Take one or take them...
Summer Classes at Flip Out Productions
Summer Classes at Flip Out Productions
Join us for Gymnastics Classes at Flip Out! All ages & levels welcome! Athletes will work on form, strength, flexibility, and be introduced to basic skills and terminology. Classes will give athlete’s the strong foundation needed to obtain more difficult skills in a fun and engaging way, with supportive hands-on coaches. Athletes will be working...
6 events,
Drama Camp: Treasure Seekers
Drama Camp: Treasure Seekers
Ahoy, mateys! X marks the spot in this adventure-filled week! Kids take a theatrical journey through Acting, Music, Improv, and Dance as they work as an ensemble to create and rehearse an original play. Camp culminates with an onstage performance for family and friends, complete with lights, singing, and dancing. Take one or take them...
Parkway Pals
Parkway Pals
Children are invited to learn and play outside with friends with help from neighboring institutions along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway! Tuesdays Story Art | 10:30am | The Free Library of Philadelphia hosts a family storytime full of stories and songs. Kids will receive a to-go craft inspired by the day's stories, while supplies last Art...
$1 Movies – Regal Summer Movie Express
$1 Movies – Regal Summer Movie Express
Summer is here, school is out, and this is your chance to spend some extra time with your kids. If you’re looking for affordable family activities, don’t miss Regal’s Summer Movie Express! During summer break, enjoy a series of great family movies returning to the big screen. Each week on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 11AM,...
9 events,
Free Family Fishing at FDR Park
Free Family Fishing at FDR Park
Join us to learn and try fishing, right here in South Philly. We provide rods, bait, and instruction. All ages are welcome Fishing is Wednesdays From 4-6:30 PM. Check our website and social media for updates The lakes are cleaner and fish include bass, catfish, sunfish/ bluegill, carp, and more.
Drama Camp: Treasure Seekers
Drama Camp: Treasure Seekers
Ahoy, mateys! X marks the spot in this adventure-filled week! Kids take a theatrical journey through Acting, Music, Improv, and Dance as they work as an ensemble to create and rehearse an original play. Camp culminates with an onstage performance for family and friends, complete with lights, singing, and dancing. Take one or take them...
Parkway Pals
Parkway Pals
Children are invited to learn and play outside with friends with help from neighboring institutions along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway! Tuesdays Story Art | 10:30am | The Free Library of Philadelphia hosts a family storytime full of stories and songs. Kids will receive a to-go craft inspired by the day's stories, while supplies last Art...
5 events,
Drama Camp: Treasure Seekers
Drama Camp: Treasure Seekers
Ahoy, mateys! X marks the spot in this adventure-filled week! Kids take a theatrical journey through Acting, Music, Improv, and Dance as they work as an ensemble to create and rehearse an original play. Camp culminates with an onstage performance for family and friends, complete with lights, singing, and dancing. Take one or take them...
Mad Science Show at We Rock
Mad Science Show at We Rock
Join Mad Science expert at We Rock the Spectrum for a thrilling show filled with lots of exciting experiments. Gym play is included in admission as well!
Parkway Pals
Parkway Pals
Children are invited to learn and play outside with friends with help from neighboring institutions along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway! Tuesdays Story Art | 10:30am | The Free Library of Philadelphia hosts a family storytime full of stories and songs. Kids will receive a to-go craft inspired by the day's stories, while supplies last Art...
6 events,
Drama Camp: Treasure Seekers
Drama Camp: Treasure Seekers
Ahoy, mateys! X marks the spot in this adventure-filled week! Kids take a theatrical journey through Acting, Music, Improv, and Dance as they work as an ensemble to create and rehearse an original play. Camp culminates with an onstage performance for family and friends, complete with lights, singing, and dancing. Take one or take them...
Summer Classes at Flip Out Productions
Summer Classes at Flip Out Productions
Join us for Gymnastics Classes at Flip Out! All ages & levels welcome! Athletes will work on form, strength, flexibility, and be introduced to basic skills and terminology. Classes will give athlete’s the strong foundation needed to obtain more difficult skills in a fun and engaging way, with supportive hands-on coaches. Athletes will be working...
First Friday: Deep Freeze
First Friday: Deep Freeze
Stop by the Science History Institute for a chilling First Friday dedicated to the fascinating world of food science and technology that keeps our treats cool and refreshing! Ever heard of cold cooking? Explore the art no-bake desserts like Jell-O and ice box cakes/cookies. Discover the secrets behind keeping things cool with our engaging handling...
7 events,
Music Family Hour
Music Family Hour
A family-oriented jam session that is open to people of all ages, expressions, abilities, and origins. The main goal is to bring joy into our lives by expressing ourselves through music and dance with our community and loved ones. The building is wheelchair and stroller accessible by the ramp on Van Pelt st. Admission is...
Rally the Troops
Rally the Troops
Get ready to be transported back in time at our thrilling event, Rally the Troops! Join us on August 3rd from 10 am to 3 pm for a day filled with adventure. Step into the world of a Patriot encampment and experience what life was like for soldiers at Washington's encampment at Brandywine Battlefield Park....
Free Boating Days at FDR Park
Free Boating Days at FDR Park
Join us for Free Community boating days at least twice a month. We provide instruction and support for you and your family to get out and enjoy a day on the water. We have rowboats, kayaks, and canoes. All ages are welcome, but kids must be accompanied by a guardian. No experience is needed and...
2 events,
Be a Beekeeper for a Day
Be a Beekeeper for a Day
Join Anna Bee's Honey for an educational and immersive hands-on experience as we learn all about honeybees and honey then don a beekeeping suit and dive into the hive at my apiary located on a beautiful 4-acre community garden in Grays Ferry in South Philadelphia. First we'll spend time learning about honeybees - anatomy, development...
3 events,
Parkway Pals
Parkway Pals
Children are invited to learn and play outside with friends with help from neighboring institutions along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway! Tuesdays Story Art | 10:30am | The Free Library of Philadelphia hosts a family storytime full of stories and songs. Kids will receive a to-go craft inspired by the day's stories, while supplies last Art...
$1 Movies – Regal Summer Movie Express
$1 Movies – Regal Summer Movie Express
Summer is here, school is out, and this is your chance to spend some extra time with your kids. If you’re looking for affordable family activities, don’t miss Regal’s Summer Movie Express! During summer break, enjoy a series of great family movies returning to the big screen. Each week on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 11AM,...
4 events,
Free Family Fishing at FDR Park
Free Family Fishing at FDR Park
Join us to learn and try fishing, right here in South Philly. We provide rods, bait, and instruction. All ages are welcome Fishing is Wednesdays From 4-6:30 PM. Check our website and social media for updates The lakes are cleaner and fish include bass, catfish, sunfish/ bluegill, carp, and more.
Parkway Pals
Parkway Pals
Children are invited to learn and play outside with friends with help from neighboring institutions along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway! Tuesdays Story Art | 10:30am | The Free Library of Philadelphia hosts a family storytime full of stories and songs. Kids will receive a to-go craft inspired by the day's stories, while supplies last Art...
$1 Movies – Regal Summer Movie Express
$1 Movies – Regal Summer Movie Express
Summer is here, school is out, and this is your chance to spend some extra time with your kids. If you’re looking for affordable family activities, don’t miss Regal’s Summer Movie Express! During summer break, enjoy a series of great family movies returning to the big screen. Each week on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 11AM,...
2 events,
Parkway Pals
Parkway Pals
Children are invited to learn and play outside with friends with help from neighboring institutions along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway! Tuesdays Story Art | 10:30am | The Free Library of Philadelphia hosts a family storytime full of stories and songs. Kids will receive a to-go craft inspired by the day's stories, while supplies last Art...
3 events,
Music Family Hour
Music Family Hour
A family-oriented jam session that is open to people of all ages, expressions, abilities, and origins. The main goal is to bring joy into our lives by expressing ourselves through music and dance with our community and loved ones. The building is wheelchair and stroller accessible by the ramp on Van Pelt st. Admission is...
Free Boating Days at FDR Park
Free Boating Days at FDR Park
Join us for Free Community boating days at least twice a month. We provide instruction and support for you and your family to get out and enjoy a day on the water. We have rowboats, kayaks, and canoes. All ages are welcome, but kids must be accompanied by a guardian. No experience is needed and...
2 events,
Cemita Festival
Cemita Festival
Cantina La Martina's second annual Cemita Festival is taking place on Sunday, August 11th from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at La Placita Fishtown, the community space at 2211-17 Frankford Ave. that the Cantina La Martina team recently started activating. The Cemita Festival features 7 local vendors, each making and selling their own interpretation of...
2 events,
Parkway Pals
Parkway Pals
Children are invited to learn and play outside with friends with help from neighboring institutions along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway! Tuesdays Story Art | 10:30am | The Free Library of Philadelphia hosts a family storytime full of stories and songs. Kids will receive a to-go craft inspired by the day's stories, while supplies last Art...
2 events,
Parkway Pals
Parkway Pals
Children are invited to learn and play outside with friends with help from neighboring institutions along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway! Tuesdays Story Art | 10:30am | The Free Library of Philadelphia hosts a family storytime full of stories and songs. Kids will receive a to-go craft inspired by the day's stories, while supplies last Art...
2 events,
Parkway Pals
Parkway Pals
Children are invited to learn and play outside with friends with help from neighboring institutions along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway! Tuesdays Story Art | 10:30am | The Free Library of Philadelphia hosts a family storytime full of stories and songs. Kids will receive a to-go craft inspired by the day's stories, while supplies last Art...
3 events,
Music Family Hour
Music Family Hour
A family-oriented jam session that is open to people of all ages, expressions, abilities, and origins. The main goal is to bring joy into our lives by expressing ourselves through music and dance with our community and loved ones. The building is wheelchair and stroller accessible by the ramp on Van Pelt st. Admission is...
Free Boating Days at FDR Park
Free Boating Days at FDR Park
Join us for Free Community boating days at least twice a month. We provide instruction and support for you and your family to get out and enjoy a day on the water. We have rowboats, kayaks, and canoes. All ages are welcome, but kids must be accompanied by a guardian. No experience is needed and...
2 events,
Be a Beekeeper for a Day
Be a Beekeeper for a Day
Join Anna Bee's Honey for an educational and immersive hands-on experience as we learn all about honeybees and honey then don a beekeeping suit and dive into the hive at my apiary located on a beautiful 4-acre community garden in Grays Ferry in South Philadelphia. First we'll spend time learning about honeybees - anatomy, development...
2 events,
Cassatt Storytime at the Philadelphia Museum of Art
Cassatt Storytime at the Philadelphia Museum of Art
Join us in the Impressionist Gallery 252 for a story-time inspired by the themes in Mary Cassatt at Work. All ages, included with museum admission.
5 events,
Music Family Hour
Music Family Hour
A family-oriented jam session that is open to people of all ages, expressions, abilities, and origins. The main goal is to bring joy into our lives by expressing ourselves through music and dance with our community and loved ones. The building is wheelchair and stroller accessible by the ramp on Van Pelt st. Admission is...
Atlantic City Flea Market
Atlantic City Flea Market
Join us at the Showboat Hotel on August 24th for an exclusive opportunity to explore the inaugural Showboat Flea Market, located right within the Lobby of the Showboat Hotel GENERAL ADMISSION IS COMPLETELY FREE! Parking: $5 Parking for all Vendors Giveaways will be happening every 30 minutes so get ready for a bash that you...
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party brings fans’ favorite Hot Wheels Monster Trucks to life including Mega Wrex™, Tiger Shark™, Demo Derby™, Bone Shaker™, Bigfoot®, Gunkster™, and introducing the brand new HW 5-Alarm™, the firetruck hero of Hot Wheels Monster Trucks! The Glow Party production features a laser light show, spectacular theatrical effects, dance...
2 events,
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party brings fans’ favorite Hot Wheels Monster Trucks to life including Mega Wrex™, Tiger Shark™, Demo Derby™, Bone Shaker™, Bigfoot®, Gunkster™, and introducing the brand new HW 5-Alarm™, the firetruck hero of Hot Wheels Monster Trucks! The Glow Party production features a laser light show, spectacular theatrical effects, dance...
3 events,
Hellerick’s Adventure Farm NEW Barn Yard Mini Golf
Be first to play Hellerick’s NEW Barn Yard Mini Golf featuring eighteen holes adorned with hand-crafted fiberglass farm animals, ideal for selfies and picturesque moments. Groups of up to five can navigate different holes such as the Log Roll, Coin Drop or Milk Can. The course will operate starting September 1st, daily from 10am to...
Be a Beekeeper for a Day
Be a Beekeeper for a Day
Join Anna Bee's Honey for an educational and immersive hands-on experience as we learn all about honeybees and honey then don a beekeeping suit and dive into the hive at my apiary located on a beautiful 4-acre community garden in Grays Ferry in South Philadelphia. First we'll spend time learning about honeybees - anatomy, development...