Philadelphia–Camden–Wilmington · PA / NJ / DE / MD

Things to do with kids in Philadelphia

81 family events in the next 30 days, plus 66 places and ongoing programs. Every listing links to the organizer’s own page, and shows the date we last checked it (latest check 2026-10-12). Dates are in Eastern Time.

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Upcoming family events

Through Nov 119th Annual Scarecrow Walk: Celebrating the 70s Across TimeMorris Arboretum & Gardens, University of Pennsylvania · Families; under 14 accompanied by parent or guardian · Included with garden admission: youth 3–17 $12; adults $22; ages 2 and under free. Online tickets save $2 per ticket; eligible ACCESS $2. Children under 14 need parent/guardian.
Through Dec 12Art Kids Classes Fall 2026 — registration closedPhiladelphia Museum of Art — Education Classrooms · Separate classes for ages 3–4, 5–6, 7–8 and 9–10; toilet training required · $270 per child for the full semester; members $230; possible tuition assistance. This is not a per-session price.
Mon, Oct 12 · 9:30 AMBoo at the Zoo — Philadelphia ZooPhiladelphia Zoo · Families with children · Included with paid Zoo admission or membership; date-specific tickets
Through Jan 3PAW Patrol: Adventure Play exhibitionPlease Touch Museum · Children and families; numerical age bounds unverified · Museum admission required; numeric fee unverified.
Mon, Oct 12 · 9:00 AMSchool Day Off Climbing Camp — CallowhillMovement Callowhill · Ages 6–13; all climbing experience levels. · $125 per child per camp day.
Mon, Oct 12 · 9:00 AMSchool Day Off Climbing Camp — FishtownMovement Fishtown · Ages 6–13; all climbing experience levels. · $125 per child per camp day.
Mon, Oct 12 · 10:30 AMToddler Story Time: October SessionsWest Deptford Free Public Library · Ages 2–3; adult stays with child. West Deptford residents or WDFPL cardholders only. · Current fee not verified; consult the official link.
Tue, Oct 13 · 11:30 AMBaby & Toddler Storytime & Free Play — Walnut Street West LibraryWalnut Street West Library · Age 5 and under with caregivers · Activity-specific fee not stated in reviewed evidence
Tue, Oct 13 · 12:00 PMBaby and Toddler Playtime! — Parkway Central LibraryParkway Central Library — Children's Department · Babies and toddlers with parents or caregivers · Activity-specific fee not stated in reviewed evidence
Tue, Oct 13 · 4:00 PMBoard Game Bonanza! — Parkway Central LibraryParkway Central Library — Children's Department · Children age 12 and under · Activity-specific fee not stated in reviewed evidence
Tue, Oct 13 · 4:00 PMChess Club — South Philadelphia LibrarySouth Philadelphia Library · Students of all ages and skill levels · Activity-specific fee not stated in reviewed evidence
Tue, Oct 13 · 3:30 PMConstruction Club — Fumo Family LibraryFumo Family Library · Age 12 and under · Activity-specific fee not stated in reviewed evidence
Tue, Oct 13 · 4:30 PMDungeons and Dragons Club — Richmond LibraryRichmond Library · Ages 10–13 · Activity-specific fee not stated in reviewed evidence
Tue, Oct 13 · 5:30 PMFall Into Flavor — Tween ChefFlour Power Valley Forge · Ages 9–12. · $65 per participant for this session.
Through Oct 17Fall Trial Art and Baby Music Classes — FairmountPhilly Art Center Fairmount · Branch-specific sections from infancy through 10; see the full age bands and caregiver rules in the schedule. · $8 per child for one trial class; limited to one trial per child. Pre-registration required.
Through Oct 17Fall Trial Art and Baby Music Classes — Mount AiryPhilly Art Center Mount Airy · Branch-specific sections from infancy through 13; see the full age bands and caregiver rules in the schedule. · $8 per child for one trial class; limited to one trial per child. Pre-registration required.
Through Oct 17Fall Trial Art and Baby Music Classes — Queen VillagePhilly Art Center Queen Village · Branch-specific sections from infancy through 9; see the full age bands and caregiver rules in the schedule. · $8 per child for one trial class; limited to one trial per child. Pre-registration required.
Tue, Oct 13 · 11:00 AMPreschool Storytime — Kensington LibraryKensington Library · Ages 2–5 with caregivers · Activity-specific fee not stated in reviewed evidence
Tue, Oct 13 · 10:30 AMStorytime in Love Park — LOVE ParkLOVE Park — Love Shack at 16th & Arch · Families; babies through school-age children · Activity-specific fee not stated in reviewed evidence
Tue, Oct 13 · 10:00 AMStorytime with the BunniesCoverdale Farm Preserve · Children; minors must accompany an adult. · $15 per child; sign in for any member discount, amount not verified.
Tue, Oct 13 · 5:30 PMSweater Weather Bakes — Preschool ChefFlour Power Valley Forge · Ages 3–4 years 6 months. · $55 per participant for this session.
Tue, Oct 13 · 3:30 PMTeen Super Smash Club — South Philadelphia LibrarySouth Philadelphia Library — Computer Lab · Teens; exact numeric limits not published · Activity-specific fee not stated in reviewed evidence
Tue, Oct 13 · 5:00 PMTween & Teen Craft: Yarn GhostWest Deptford Free Public Library · West Deptford middle and high school students; numerical ages not published. · Current fee not verified; consult the official link.
Wed, Oct 14 · 10:30 AMBaby Story Time: October SessionsWest Deptford Free Public Library · Birth–23 months; adult stays and participates. West Deptford residents or WDFPL cardholders only. · Current fee not verified; consult the official link.
Wed, Oct 14 · 3:30 PMCrafty Wednesdays at the Fumo Family Library — Fumo Family LibraryFumo Family Library · Children, teens and caregivers · Activity-specific fee not stated in reviewed evidence
Wed, Oct 14 · 10:30 AMLanguages of Philadelphia: Spanish | Cuentos bilingües en español — Parkway Central LibraryParkway Central Library — Montgomery Auditorium · Children age 6 and under and their adults · Activity-specific fee not stated in reviewed evidence
Wed, Oct 14Little Sprouts: Fall GardeningRancocas Nature Center · Ages 2–6; caregiver participation required. · Free for Rancocas members; nonmember eligibility/fee not specified.
Wed, Oct 14 · 4:00 PMRead to a Therapy Dog! — Parkway Central LibraryParkway Central Library — Children's Department · Children learning to read and independent readers · Activity-specific fee not stated in reviewed evidence
Wed, Oct 14 · 10:45 AMStorytime at the MarshDuPont Environmental Education Center · Every child must accompany an adult; numerical ages not published. · Free; registration requested.
Wed, Oct 14 · 3:30 PMToddler Storytime — South Philadelphia LibrarySouth Philadelphia Library · Ages 1–3 with families · Activity-specific fee not stated in reviewed evidence
Wed, Oct 14 · 10:30 AMToddler Storytime & Play Group — Richmond LibraryRichmond Library · Ages 4 and under with caregivers; siblings welcome · Activity-specific fee not stated in reviewed evidence
Thu, Oct 15 · 4:15 PMAfter School Thursdays: October SessionsWest Deptford Free Public Library · Grades K–4; numeric ages not inferred. West Deptford residents or WDFPL cardholders only. · Current fee not verified; consult the official link.
Thu, Oct 15 · 11:00 AMStory Time in Enchanted Woods: OctoberWinterthur Museum, Garden & Library · Ages 3–6. · Included with admission: child ages 3–12 $12; adult $29; senior 62+ / student 13+ $27. Ages 2 and under and members free. General admission is valid for two consecutive days.
Fri, Oct 16 · 10:00 AMBoo at the Zoo 2026Brandywine Zoo · Family event; all ages. · $8 per nonmember; members and children 2 and under free.
Fri, Oct 16 · 3:30 PMDIY Bag Charms for Teens — Dwight Evans Library of West Oak LaneDwight Evans Library of West Oak Lane · Teens; exact numeric limits not published · Activity-specific fee not stated in reviewed evidence
Fri, Oct 16 · 10:00 AMInfant and Toddler Storytime and Playgroup — Fumo fall seriesFumo Family Library · Infants and toddlers; exact numeric ages not published · Activity-specific fee not stated in reviewed evidence
Fri, Oct 16 · 10:00 AMKnee High Naturalists: Fall on the FarmCoverdale Farm Preserve · Preschoolers ages 3–5; adult participation required. · $15 per child; participating adult free. Sign in for any member discount.
Fri, Oct 16 · 8:00 AMSchool Day Off Camps: Fall and December SessionsDelaware Museum of Nature & Science · Ages 5–14. · $105 per child/day nonmember; $95 member; before/after care included.
Fri, Oct 16 · 5:30 PMSold-out Halloween Cupcake Wars and Teen Iron Chef NightFlour Power Valley Forge · Cupcake Wars 5–12; Teen Iron Chef 13–18. Separate age sections at the same time. · $55 per participant per selected section.
Fri, Oct 16Woodsy Wonderers: Fall Forest-School SeriesRancocas Nature Center · Ages 3–5; caregiver participation required. · Members $18 per child per class; book 5+ classes for $15 per child per class. Nonmember eligibility not specified.
Sat, Oct 17 · 12:00 PMFree Bike Rentals for kids and adultsBartram’s Garden — Bike Container · Kids and adults; numerical minimum unpublished · Walk-up bike and helmet rental free, first-come, first-served.
Through Oct 18Revolutionary Philadelphia: 1776 living-history weekendMuseum of the American Revolution plaza and galleries · Families; Sunday costume contest ages 16 and under · Outdoor plaza living history free; indoor activities require museum admission unless stated otherwise.
Sat, Oct 17 · 12:30 PMSoap Making Workshop — Wadsworth LibraryWadsworth Library · School-age children and teens; under 8 need a participating caregiver · Activity-specific fee not stated in reviewed evidence
Sat, Oct 17Star Lab: Autumn and Winter Planetarium SeriesDelaware Museum of Nature & Science · All ages; toddler pricing is offered. · Add-on to museum admission: nonmembers ages 3+ $5, toddlers $2; members ages 3+ $3, toddlers $1.
Sun, Oct 18Evans-Mumbower Mill Open House — autumn visitsEvans-Mumbower Mill · Family-friendly; all ages; numerical restrictions not published · Free; optional suggested $15 donation; donation unit not specified
Sun, Oct 18 · 9:00 AMPlay Without Boundaries sensory-friendly morningsPlease Touch Museum · Guests with sensory or communication needs and their families; no numerical ages published · Checked October 18 adult and child tickets $0; targeted preregistration required. November 15 ticket fee needs confirmation.
Mon, Oct 19 · 10:00 AMTreasuring Our TreesLong Bridge Park · Adultsandteens 13+. · Current fee not verified; consult the official link.
Tue, Oct 20 · 6:00 PMPark after Dark: Moonwalk + Stargazing — fall sessionsMorton McMichael Statue — East Fairmount Park · Ages 6+; minors must register and attend with an adult · $15 per ticket; all minors must register
Tue, Oct 20 · 5:00 PMSpooky Stories Reading Club — Northeast Regional LibraryNortheast Regional Library · Grades 2–3; numeric ages are not published · Activity-specific fee not stated in reviewed evidence
Tue, Oct 20 · 5:00 PMTween & Teen Game NightWest Deptford Free Public Library · West Deptford middle and high school students; numerical ages not published. · Current fee not verified; consult the official link.
Wed, Oct 21 · 10:30 AMOctober Storytime: spooky story and scarecrow craftMorris Arboretum & Gardens, University of Pennsylvania · Families; under 14 accompanied by parent or guardian · Included with garden admission: youth 3–17 $12; adults $22; ages 2 and under free. Online tickets save $2 per ticket; eligible ACCESS $2. Children under 14 need parent/guardian.
Thu, Oct 22 · 6:00 PMDigger and David: The Big Sleepover Halloween ShowWest Deptford Free Public Library · Designed for ages 2–6; gentle family show. · Current fee not verified; consult the official link.
Sat, Oct 24 · 10:00 AMCultureFest! Día de los Muertos 2026Penn Museum · Families of all ages · General admission: youth 6–17 $14; adult $23; ages 5 and under free; members and eligible cardholders free.
Sat, Oct 24 · 10:30 AMEco Explorers: Wonderful World of WaterWinterthur Museum, Garden & Library · Children and adults; at least one adult chaperone per family group. Precise ages not published. · $30 per adult/child pair; $5 additional child; $25 additional adult. Members $10 per adult/child pair; additional member adult free. Supplies included.
Sat, Oct 24 · 5:00 PMGran Fiesta de los Muertos — FDR ParkGateway Plaza at FDR Park · Minors must be accompanied by an adult · Free entry; optional donations; food and vendor purchases are extra
Sat, Oct 24 · 10:00 AMHalloween at the FarmCoverdale Farm Preserve · Family event; precise age bounds not published. · Entry free; some activities have a nominal extra fee, amount not published.
Sat, Oct 24 · 11:00 AMScience Saturday: Creepy ChemistryHagley Museum and Library · All ages; family drop-in activity. · Included with admission: adults $22; ages 6–14 $12; under 6 and members free; discounted student/senior/military rates apply.
Sun, Oct 25Escape Art: Printing Fall LeavesRancocas Nature Center · Ages 16+. · $25 member / $30 nonmember per participant.
Sun, Oct 25 · 10:00 AMFrogs, Frolic, and Fun — A Kid-Centered Family HikeMt. Airy Avenue Trailhead · Ages 5+; every child must be accompanied by an adult · Activity-specific fee not stated in reviewed evidence
Sun, Oct 25 · 9:00 AMSensory Hour: HalloweenBrandywine Zoo · For guests with sensory sensitivities; no numeric age restriction published. · Included with paid zoo admission unless stated otherwise; members free by emailing education.
Mon, Oct 26 · 7:00 PMMoonlit Trail Walk at Amico IslandAmico Island Park · All ageswelcome. · Current fee not verified; consult the official link.
Tue, Oct 27 · 5:00 PMTween & Teen Craft: Autumn Animal ClipsWest Deptford Free Public Library · West Deptford middle and high school students; numerical ages not published. · Current fee not verified; consult the official link.
Wed, Oct 28 · 11:00 AMStorytime Yoga — Dwight Evans Library of West Oak LaneDwight Evans Library of West Oak Lane · Toddlers and preschoolers; caregiver required · Activity-specific fee not stated in reviewed evidence
Wed, Oct 28 · 10:30 AMToddler Tours & Artful Play — fall sessionsWoodmere — Frances M. Maguire Hall · 18 months–5 years with an adult · Program included with museum admission: checked October 28 and 30 tickets show adult $15, child $0. Confirm member benefits and later-session fees.
Thu, Oct 29 · 11:00 AMSpooky Season Nature Crafts: Carnivorous PlantsMorris Arboretum & Gardens, University of Pennsylvania · Families; under 14 accompanied by parent or guardian · Included with garden admission: youth 3–17 $12; adults $22; ages 2 and under free. Online tickets save $2 per ticket; eligible ACCESS $2. Children under 14 need parent/guardian.
Sat, Oct 31 · 10:00 AMCommunity Paddle Boating at FDR Park — fall sessionsFDR Park Boathouse — Edgewood Lake · Children must fit a 30+ lb life jacket; all minors need an adult · Free boat rides; no reservation of a boat is guaranteed
Sat, Oct 31Halloween at Please Touch MuseumPlease Touch Museum, Memorial Hall · Children and caregivers · See the October 31 ticket page; regular visitor page lists general admission $24
Sat, Oct 31 · 10:00 AMTram & TreatWinterthur Museum, Garden & Library · Family audience; no precise minimum age published. · Included with admission: child ages 3–12 $12; adult $29; senior 62+ / student 13+ $27. Ages 2 and under and members free. General admission is valid for two consecutive days.
Sun, Nov 1Interpretive Trail Hike: Fall SeriesRancocas Nature Center · Suitable for ages 5+; younger children require a carrier. · Members free; donation suggested for nonmembers.
Sun, Nov 1 · 10:00 AMMaguire Hall’s First Birthday Family FestivalWoodmere — Frances M. Maguire Hall · Families; children accompanied by an adult · Adult, senior and child festival tickets $0; food-truck purchases separate.
Sun, Nov 1 · 10:00 AMPECO Free First Sunday Family Day: Generational ExchangeBarnes Foundation · Family event; art activities and storytime recommended for ages 2 and up · Free admission and family programs; registration required and capacity limited.
Sun, Nov 1 · 11:00 AMSunday Family Art & Storytelling — November and DecemberWoodmere — Charles Knox Smith Hall · Ages 3–5 with an adult · Adult and child tickets both $0 for verified November 1 and December 6 sessions.
Tue, Nov 3 · 11:00 AMAdventure Mode Activated: Minecraft-inspired family programPenn Museum · Families with children ages 6–12 · $25 general program ticket / $10 member; full-day museum access included. Adult and child ticket combination not independently verified.
Tue, Nov 3 · 9:00 AMSchool’s Off Day Camp: BOOM!Hagley Museum and Library · Grades 2–5; numerical age bounds not inferred. · $75 per child per day nonmember; $60 member.
Wed, Nov 4 · 10:00 AMLittle Explorers: Colorful LeavesBartram’s Garden — Courtyard, Coach House and Barn · Ages 2–4; one adult chaperone for every two children · Linked ticket page offers $2 tickets for Southwest neighbors and ACCESS cardholders; standard fee not verified.
Wed, Nov 4Tales & TrailsRancocas Nature Center · Children 3+ and their families; babies in backpacks welcome. · Members free; described as a free family program, but nonmember eligibility needs confirmation.
Thu, Nov 5Day-Off Discovery: Meet the AnimalsRancocas Nature Center · Family activity; precise ages not published. · $10 per family of up to 5 people; $2 per additional person.
Sat, Nov 7 · 10:30 AMEco Explorers: Garden JournalingWinterthur Museum, Garden & Library · Children and adults; at least one adult chaperone per family group. Precise ages not published. · $30 per adult/child pair; $5 additional child; $25 additional adult. Members $10 per adult/child pair; additional member adult free. Supplies included.
Sat, Nov 7 · 9:00 AMMiddle Run Annual Tree PlantingMiddle Run Natural Area · Public conservation activity; children’s participation rules not published. Confirm before attending. · Free; official registration link provided.
Sun, Nov 8Teen and Scout Conservation Volunteer DaysRancocas Nature Center · Ages 13–17; parental consent required. Parents may help. · Fee not stated.
Wed, Nov 11 · 9:00 AMSchool’s Off Day Camp: Cozy in FallHagley Museum and Library · Grades 2–5; numerical age bounds not inferred. · $75 per child per day nonmember; $60 member.

Places and ongoing programs

Visit on your scheduleAdventure Aquarium Family VisitAdventure Aquarium · Families; children under 2 free; encounters have separate age restrictions. · Plan-ahead admission varies by date/time; under 2 free. VR and animal encounters have extra charges.
Recurring / by appointmentAfterschool Art ClubBright Day Studio · Ages 5–10. · Current fee not exposed in reviewed evidence; confirm selected offer.
Recurring / by appointmentArt Kids Studio weekend family artmakingPhiladelphia Museum of Art — North Vaulted Walkway · Artists of all ages · Included with museum admission; visitors 18 and under free. Adult museum admission not numerically verified.
Recurring / by appointmentArt Kids ToursPhiladelphia Museum of Art — North Vaulted Walkway · Recommended ages 4–10; family tour · Included with museum admission; visitors 18 and under free. Adult museum admission not numerically verified.
Recurring / by appointmentArt Playgroup for Toddlers and Grown-upsBright Day Studio · 18 months–3 years with grown-up; minimum is preserved in months. · Current fee not exposed in reviewed evidence; confirm selected offer.
Visit on your scheduleBartram’s Garden free riverfront nature visitBartram’s Garden · Check age guidance · Pedestrian garden access free; some programs have separate fees.
Visit on your scheduleBe a Civic Hero! outdoor playful learningNational Constitution Center — front lawn · Young children with caregivers; exact ages not published · Free outdoor installation open to the public; paid museum admission not required.
Visit on your scheduleBrandywine Zoo Family VisitBrandywine Zoo · All ages; under 16 must accompany an adult. · Oct adults 18–61 $9, children 3–17 $7; Nov adults $7, youth $5; under 3/members free; Dec–Feb free except special events.
Recurring / by appointmentCallowhill School-break Climbing CampsMovement Callowhill · General school-day/winter camps 6–13; separate summer team camp has experience requirements. · $125 per child per day for school-day/winter camps; five-day summer price is a separate historical product.
Recurring / by appointmentCaregiver Open Play — Bok — South 8th Street entrancePhilly InMovement Bok — South 8th Street entrance · 10 months–5 years with caregiver; separately announced family sessions allow older children. · $18 single visit; 3 visits $48, 6 visits $90, 12 visits $168. Punch passes may cover multiple children and do not expire.
Recurring / by appointmentCaregiver Open Play — Queen Village — East PassyunkPhilly InMovement Queen Village — East Passyunk · 10 months–5 years with caregiver; separately announced family sessions allow older children. · $18 single visit; 3 visits $48, 6 visits $90, 12 visits $168. Punch passes may cover multiple children and do not expire.
Recurring / by appointmentCaregiver Open Play — Queen Village — KenilworthPhilly InMovement Queen Village — Kenilworth · 10 months–5 years with caregiver; separately announced family sessions allow older children. · $18 single visit; 3 visits $48, 6 visits $90, 12 visits $168. Punch passes may cover multiple children and do not expire.
Recurring / by appointmentColor Me Mine Wayne Family Pottery PaintingColor Me Mine Wayne · All ages. · $10 studio fee per painter PLUS chosen ceramic piece (average $23–$30 each). Groups of 8+ have 15% gratuity; rush optional.
Recurring / by appointmentCommunity Access Program Evenings at DCMDelaware Children’s Museum · Children must stay with supervising adult 18+. · $2 per person on CAP evenings; teachers/military with validID free onCAPnights.
Visit on your scheduleConstitution Center family civics visitNational Constitution Center · Visitors of all ages; children 0–5 free · Youth 6–18 online $14.95 / on-site $19.95; adult online $19.95 / on-site $24.95; ages 5 and under free.
Visit on your scheduleCoverdale Farm Preserve Family Farm TrailCoverdale Farm Preserve · Family farm visit; numerical age rules not published. · Farm visitation free for members and nonmembers; donations welcome. Paid classes separate.
Recurring / by appointmentCreative Playgroup and Story Time — FairmountPhilly Art Center Fairmount · Birth–30 months; attend with a grown-up. Exact month cutoff retained instead of rounding to whole years. · $10 at the door, cash or Venmo. Bring a friend new to Art Center and both are free that day.
Recurring / by appointmentCreative Playgroup and Story Time — Mount AiryPhilly Art Center Mount Airy · Birth–30 months; attend with a grown-up. Exact month cutoff retained instead of rounding to whole years. · $10 at the door, cash or Venmo. Bring a friend new to Art Center and both are free that day.
Recurring / by appointmentCreative Playgroup and Story Time — Queen VillagePhilly Art Center Queen Village · Birth–30 months; attend with a grown-up. Exact month cutoff retained instead of rounding to whole years. · $10 at the door, cash or Venmo. Bring a friend new to Art Center and both are free that day.
Visit on your scheduleDelaware Children’s Museum Playful LearningDelaware Children’s Museum · Children accompanied/supervised by an adult 18+ at all times; unaccompanied adults must register with admission desk. · $15 per person; under 12 months and members free.
Visit on your scheduleDelaware Museum of Nature & Science Family VisitDelaware Museum of Nature & Science · All ages; visitors under 16 accompanied by an adult. · Ages 3+ $15.50; ages 1–2 $5.50; under 12 months/members free;5% cash discount.
Session in progressFall B Early Years Gymnastics — Bok — South 8th Street entrancePhilly InMovement Bok — South 8th Street entrance · Caregiver: Baby Gymmers 10–18 months; Lil Tumblers 16–26 months / 2–3 years; Trick Jam 1–5. Drop-off: Mini Rollers 3; Mini Ninjas 3–5; Short Wheelers 4–5. Select exact branch section. · Nine-week 45-minute tuition: $300.78 weekdays or $306.54 weekends; 75-minute tuition $376.11/$383.31. Prorated for scheduled closures and late enrollment. Plus $20 nonrefundable annual student membership.
Session in progressFall B Early Years Gymnastics — Queen Village — East PassyunkPhilly InMovement Queen Village — East Passyunk · Caregiver: Baby Gymmers 10–18 months; Lil Tumblers 16–26 months / 2–3 years; Trick Jam 1–5. Drop-off: Mini Rollers 3; Mini Ninjas 3–5; Short Wheelers 4–5. Select exact branch section. · Nine-week 45-minute tuition: $300.78 weekdays or $306.54 weekends; 75-minute tuition $376.11/$383.31. Prorated for scheduled closures and late enrollment. Plus $20 nonrefundable annual student membership.
Session in progressFall B Early Years Gymnastics — Queen Village — KenilworthPhilly InMovement Queen Village — Kenilworth · Caregiver: Baby Gymmers 10–18 months; Lil Tumblers 16–26 months / 2–3 years; Trick Jam 1–5. Drop-off: Mini Rollers 3; Mini Ninjas 3–5; Short Wheelers 4–5. Select exact branch section. · Nine-week 45-minute tuition: $300.78 weekdays or $306.54 weekends; 75-minute tuition $376.11/$383.31. Prorated for scheduled closures and late enrollment. Plus $20 nonrefundable annual student membership.
Visit on your scheduleFireman’s Hall hands-on firefighting historyFireman’s Hall Museum · Family hands-on exhibits; numerical ages not stated · Free admission; donations welcome; call ahead for group visits.
Recurring / by appointmentGarden Highlights guided explorationMorris Arboretum & Gardens, University of Pennsylvania · Families; under 14 accompanied by parent or guardian · Included with garden admission: youth 3–17 $12; adults $22; ages 2 and under free. Online tickets save $2 per ticket; eligible ACCESS $2. Children under 14 need parent/guardian.
Visit on your scheduleHagley Family Museum and Industrial Heritage VisitHagley Museum and Library · Children and adults; under 6 admission free. · Adults $22; children 6–14 $12; students/seniors/veterans $18; under 6 and members free.
Recurring / by appointmentHalloween Art Workshops for Little and Older ArtistsBright Day Studio · Older workshop ages 5–10; Little Ghouls ages 3–5, adult required for children under 5. · Current fee not exposed in reviewed evidence; confirm selected offer.
Recurring / by appointmentHippo EncounterAdventure Aquarium · Ages 8+; ages 8–17 require a paid participating adult and proof of age. · $74.99 per person plus tax, in addition to admission; Gold and Platinum members receive 10% off.
Recurring / by appointmentKinder Launch kindergarten readinessPlease Touch Museum · Ages 4–5 entering kindergarten with caregiver; new 2027 residency rules need confirmation · Free participation for child and caregiver; parking, museum entry on session days and yearlong membership included.
Recurring / by appointmentKith and Kin Caregiver Stay and PlayKith + Kin · Best for birth–5; older siblings welcome. Caregiver must stay in child vicinity. · $18 one child with unlimited adults; siblings or ACCESS cardholders $9; under 6 months free. Ten-day pass $162 expires after 6 months; memberships separate.
Recurring / by appointmentKith and Kin Music, Movement and Creative ClassesKith + Kin · Babies/toddlers and grown-ups; individual numeric class cutoffs require booking calendar. · Current fee not exposed in reviewed evidence; confirm selected offer.
Recurring / by appointmentLittle Art Kids: toddlers and grownupsPhiladelphia Museum of Art — Education Classrooms · Toddlers with grownups; numerical age range not stated · Included with museum admission; visitors 18 and under free. Adult museum admission not numerically verified.
Visit on your scheduleMorris Arboretum & Gardens — Tree Canopy Family VisitMorris Arboretum & Gardens, Out on a Limb · Children and adults; under 14 require a parent or guardian · Youth ages 3–17 $12; adults $22; ages 2 and under free. Online purchase saves $2 per ticket.
Recurring / by appointmentMTP Playhouse for Babies and Young FamiliesMusic Theatre Philly Playhouse · 6 months–5 years; caregivers stay and supervise. Play areas limited to children 5 and under. · $25 day pass for one child and guardian(s); each additional sibling $5. Family basic membership $55/month, premium $69/month; different benefits.
Recurring / by appointmentMuseum Minis toddler play group — waitlistPlease Touch Museum · 18 months–3 years with grownup; new 2027 Philadelphia-resident restriction · Journey Together series listed free; current classes full, waitlist only.
Recurring / by appointmentMuseum Tinies: infant-caregiver play groupPlease Touch Museum · 8–18 months with caregiver; new 2027 cohorts for Philadelphia residents only · Official Journey Together interest form describes series as free; selected families only.
Recurring / by appointmentMy First Steps — Tiny Tappers, Baby Ballet and First DanceMusic Theatre Philly · Ages 2–4; drop-off suggested, but caregiver may attend or wait in lobby. · $225 per child per six-week selected class session.
Recurring / by appointmentNook Nook Early Childhood MusicNook Nook Creative Village · Early Childhood program ages 0–4; caregiver participation arrangement needs confirmation. · Current fee not exposed in reviewed evidence; confirm selected offer.
Recurring / by appointmentNook Nook Weekly Kids Art and Comic Book CourseNook Nook Creative Village · Weekly art ages 4–9; comic course age not exposed, confirm separately. · Weekly art $130/month plus $50 one-time materials fee. Comic course prints $130 plus $50 materials, but charge period needs confirmation.
Recurring / by appointmentOpen Studio Family Art Drop-inBright Day Studio · Best for ages 2+; under-2s welcome. Adult participation required. · $18 per art-maker; play-area-only children $5; under-2s free.
Recurring / by appointmentPenguin Pop-In EncounterAdventure Aquarium · Ages 5+; ages 5–17 require a paid participating adult and proof of age. · $34.99 per person plus tax, in addition to admission; Gold and Platinum members receive 10% off.
Visit on your schedulePenn Museum family exploration and CartifactsPenn Museum · Families of all ages · General admission: youth 6–17 $14; adult $23; ages 5 and under free; members and eligible cardholders free.
Recurring / by appointmentPhilly Music Babies — Fishtown Pop-up ClassesPhilly Music Lessons Fishtown · Ages 0–3, parents/caregivers participate. · Current fee not exposed in reviewed evidence; confirm selected offer.
Recurring / by appointmentPlay Builders preschool family pilotPlease Touch Museum · Philadelphia ages 3–4 with caregiver who remains throughout · Official Journey Together interest form describes the series as free.
Visit on your schedulePlease Touch Museum — Family Play VisitPlease Touch Museum, Memorial Hall · Children and caregivers; check exhibit suitability · General admission adult/child $24; qualifying discounts available
Recurring / by appointmentPNC Grow Up Great Nature Nook and StorytimeDelaware Museum of Nature & Science · Designed for young children and their grown-ups; no precise age range published. · Included in museum visit; ages 3+ $15.50; ages 1–2 $5.50; under 12 months/members free.
Visit on your scheduleRevolution Place family discovery centerMuseum of the American Revolution — Revolution Place · Young learners and families; no numerical program age limit · Museum admission: youth 6–17 $14; ages 5 and under free; adult online $25 or walk-up $27. Tickets valid for two consecutive days.
Recurring / by appointmentSea Turtle EncounterAdventure Aquarium · Ages 8+; ages 8–17 require a paid participating adult and proof of age. · $89.99 per person plus tax, in addition to admission; Gold and Platinum members receive 10% off.
Visit on your scheduleSeaport museum and historic ships family visitIndependence Seaport Museum · All ages; historic-ship access rules may differ · Fee not verified; see official source.
Recurring / by appointmentShark & Ray In-Water EncounterAdventure Aquarium · Ages 12+; ages 12–17 require a paid participating adult and proof of age. · $124.99 per person plus tax, in addition to admission; Gold and Platinum members receive 10% off.
Visit on your scheduleSmith free playground, playhouse and nature playSmith Memorial Playground & Playhouse · Ideal for children 10 and under; all ages may visit; children supervised by an adult · Daily family visits free; groups of 11 or more have separate fees and advance reservation rules.
Recurring / by appointmentSnapology Community STEM and Robotics — DowningtownSnapology Downingtown · Regional published scope 4–14; specific class eligibility and venue must be checked. · Current fee not exposed in reviewed evidence; confirm selected offer.
Recurring / by appointmentSnapology Community STEM and Robotics — King of PrussiaSnapology King of Prussia · Regional published scope 4–14; specific class eligibility and venue must be checked. · Current fee not exposed in reviewed evidence; confirm selected offer.
Recurring / by appointmentSnapology Community STEM and Robotics — Newtown Square / BroomallSnapology Newtown Square / Broomall · Regional published scope 4–14; specific class eligibility and venue must be checked. · Current fee not exposed in reviewed evidence; confirm selected offer.
Recurring / by appointmentSouth Philadelphia Code Ninjas JR and CREATE CodingCode Ninjas South Philadelphia · Local JR 5–7; local CREATE 8–14. · Current fee not exposed in reviewed evidence; confirm selected offer.
Recurring / by appointmentStorybook ArtBright Day Studio · Recommended ages 3–6; most parents/caregivers stay. · Current fee not exposed in reviewed evidence; confirm selected offer.
Visit on your scheduleThe Franklin Institute — Hands-on Science VisitThe Franklin Institute · Families; check experience-specific recommendations · See official ticket page
Recurring / by appointmentTiny Elephants Toddler and Me ArtTiny Elephants Studios · Ages 2–5 with one adult per child; one registration covers both. · Current fee not exposed in reviewed evidence; confirm selected offer.
Recurring / by appointmentValley Forge Cooking Clubs and Family WorkshopsFlour Power Valley Forge · Local clubs: preschool 3–5, Lil Chef 5–8, Tween 9–12, Teen 13+. Exact calendar section overrides broad marketing bands. · Current fee not exposed in reviewed evidence; confirm selected offer.
Visit on your scheduleWagner natural-history scavenger hunts and sketchingWagner Free Institute of Science · All ages · Free museum visit; register via official linked Eventbrite.
Recurring / by appointmentWeekend Artmaking at the Children’s StudioWoodmere — Maguire Hall Children’s Studio · Ages 4–12; adult on premises · $10 per child; adult and senior tickets $0 on the checked October 17 ticket. Member discount requires login; exact discounted amount unverified.
Recurring / by appointmentWOW Outdoor Wonder family sculpture trailWoodmere — Smith and Maguire grounds · All ages; children accompanied by an adult · Fee not verified; see official source.
Recurring / by appointmentYardley Weekly Cooking Classes — Kinder, Junior and Senior ChefsYoung Chefs Academy Yardley · Preschool/elementary KinderCooks and older Junior/Senior tracks; numeric local placement not published in reviewed page. · Kinder: $45 single class or $139 monthly membership. Junior/Senior: $60 single or $189 monthly. Registration/uniform fee may also apply.
Recurring / by appointmentYouth Climbing Clubs — CallowhillMovement Callowhill · Callowhill 5–6, 7–9, 9–12, 13–17. · $150/month for youngest 1-hour clubs; $170/month ages 7–9; $180/month ages 9–12 and 13–17. Practice gear and gym membership included.
Recurring / by appointmentYouth Climbing Clubs — FishtownMovement Fishtown · Fishtown 4–5, 5–6, 7–9, 9–12, 13–17. · $150/month for youngest 1-hour clubs; $170/month ages 7–9; $180/month ages 9–12 and 13–17. Practice gear and gym membership included.