Devon Horse Show: May 23 - June 2

Don't miss the Devon Horse Show hitting town this weekend. The Devon Horse Show is the oldest and largest outdoor multi-breed horse show competition in the United States and it's coming to town this weekend, May 23rd through June 2nd.

In addition to the wonderful horse show, there will again be the Devon Country Fair with games, amusement rides, food, fun and more. And, proceeds of the Devon Country Fair benefit Bryn Mawr Hospital.

On Thursday May 23rd and Tuesday May 28th come out for Family Days, where the first 150 children get free admission (sponsored by the Delaware Valley Friends School). Plus enjoy specials on food, fun and souvenirs and more. And Sunday June 2nd is Children's Day with free admission (sponsored by Bach to Rock!) for kids. Children’s Day Activities run from 11am - 3pm and include the Itty Bitty Hat parade at 11am and live music in the picnic grove plus the Back to Rock musical petting zoo, pony rides and more.

If you go...
What: Devon Horse Show and Country Fair
When: May 23rd - June 2nd
Tickets: General Admission Adults $10 children $5 (Children 2 and under free.) Phillyfun4kids tip: Don't leave the show without picking up some fudge from the candy stand! (You're welcome!)

Devon Horse Show: May 23 - June 2

Funsavers Discounts on Great Camps in Philadelphia

Looking for some unique summer fun for kids and teens? Funsavers' Camps and Classes Funpacks are back and offer steep discounts on camps and classes at up to half off the cost of regular enrollment. Through the Funsavers discount ticket program, the Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance and area cultural groups are able to offer places in some of the region’s best summer camps and workshops at deep discounts to the public With 50 different classes and camps being offered by 14 organizations, here are some of the awesome opportunities waiting for kids and teens at funsavers.org.

• Young people develop their acting chops through theater classes at the Arden Theatre Company, Walnut Street Theatre or the Philadelphia Theatre Company. 
• Explore and document the world around them by taking a course in street photography at Fleisher Art Memorial. 
• Learn naval history, boating and water safety at the Independence Seaport Museum. 
• Explore world cultures through dance, music and art at Darlington Art Center’s Around the World in 72 Days 
• Imagine, draw and create their own three-dimensional toys that are unique and different from any that you would find in the stores at Abington Arts Center; 

See all the Camps and Classes on offer at: www.funsavers.org. Promotion good only through May 24th so sign up today!

Funsavers Discounts on Great Camps in Philadelphia

Happy Mother's Day!!

I always thought I would be a good mom until I actually became one myself. Then I realized how much I really have to learn. How far I have to go yet. Motherhood is hard stuff. It's endless days, sleepless nights, constant sacrifices, and so much more. I continually question whether what I am doing with my two girls is right or wrong. I just hope that I am leaving minimal harm on their little souls and giving them enough love to make them strong, happy citizens of this planet. I know I've made mistakes. And, I know I will continue to make more. But, I am forever blessed that these two beautiful beings came into my life. I am humbled that they are entrusted to my care and I will be forever grateful that my belly and my heart was expanded to include these two beautiful little people for the rest of our lives. I am humbled and honored to be a mom. And I honor all the other moms out there for all you do and all you are for your children. You are my heros! Enjoy your special day and any little moments of rest or extra pampering you might get today. You deserve it and so much more!! 

Happy Mother's Day!! 

Happy Mother's Day!!

Mother's Day Weekend Phillyfun Picks: May 10-12

It’s Mother’s Day weekend and while the weather forecast may not be perfect there is plenty to do -- both inside and out to keep moms and kids happy! From carnivals to craft fairs, plus train day and more. So get out there, have some fun, and celebrate mom this weekend!

Season Kick-Off Carnival at Elmwood Park Zoo 
Saturday May 11th - Sunday May 12th
Elmwood Park Zoo
1661 Harding Blvd.
Norristown, PA

The wonderful Elmwood Park Zoo is celebrating the opening of the summer season with a full-scale carnival to celebrate and you’re invited! Enjoy the zoo and the fun of this great old time carnival with rides, fun games, and lots of great carnival food, too. Geared for younger kids, these family friendly rides are sure to please even the littlest guest. Carnival tickets available at Zoo admissions counter or carnival entrance. Hours are Friday May 10th from 5-10pm; Saturday May 11th 12pm – 10pm; and Sunday May 12th 12pm - 5pm.

Spring Carnival
Friday May 10th - Sunday May 12th
Exton Square Mall Mall Parking Lot
Exton, PA

It’s Spring Carnival time again at the Exton Square Mall with the Powers Great American Midways, one of America’s highest ranked carnival companies, annual event. Kids of all ages will enjoy rides geared for everyone with kiddie rides and rides for adults too. Enjoy over 20 amusement rides plus great carnival food and old fashioned games. One day wrist-bands $25 and don’t forget to pick up your $3 off coupon from Exton Square Mall’s Customer Service first. Regular single ride tickets are also available. Carnival runs this weekend Friday May 10th (5-11pm); Saturday May 11th (12pm – 11pm); and Sunday May 12th (1-9pm).

W.B.Saul Country Fair Day 
Saturday May 11th
11am - 4pm
7100 Henry Ave
Philadelphia, PA

The W.B.Saul Country Fair Day is happening Saturday May 11th from 11am – 4pm with much to do for the whole family. This country-style fair features food, games, a “horsey” baby shower, vendors, live Ben FM broadcast, plant sale, pet adoptions, and lots more. Come out and support the only public agricultural school within Philadelphia this weekend. Admission and parking are free.

St. Denis Family Fun Fair
Friday May 10th - Saturday May 11th
St. Denis Church Grounds
2401 St. Denis Lane
Havertown, PA

It’s the final weekend of the St. Denis Family Fun Fair this weekend so come out for amusement rides, carnival style games, great fair food, an indoor casino for the adults and so much more. Admission free. Proceeds benefit St. Denis.

Pinocchio 
Friday May 10th - Sunday May 12th
Arden Theatre Company
40 N. 2nd St.
Philadelphia, PA

This classic story of Pinocchio - a wooden boy who finally has a chance to be brave by saving his grandfather from the belly of the whale comes to life this weekend at the Arden Theater Company with shows Friday May 10th through Sunday May 12th. This family-friendly performance is led by only five storytellers who inspire imagination and creativity in audiences of all ages. Best enjoyed by families with children ages 5 and older. Tickets run $16 - $36.

Spring Boardwalk Classic Car Show 
Friday May 10th - Saturday May 11th 
Wildwood Boardwalk
Wildwood, NJ

The annual Spring Boardwalk Classic Car Show takes place on the Wildwood Boardwalk this Friday May 10th and Saturday May 11th starting at 8am. Open to models 2003 and older. See the processions of cars and have a great family day at the boardwalk! Free.

Sister Cities Park International Festival 
Saturday May 11th
12 Noon - 5pm
Sister Cities Park
18th and the Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA

Sister Cities Park hosts a celebration of Philadelphia’s 10 sister cities that circle the globe across all continents at the International Festival. Come out with the kiddos on Saturday May 11th from 12 Noon – 5pm for this afternoon of dance, music, cooking demos, foreign language lessons and lots of hands on fun for all ages. $10 gets adults access to the festival’s wine garden where local wineries will be sampling their wines and offering wines for sale. Festival admission free and open to the public. For full schedule of events and demos please see website.

Azalea Day: Gladwyne’s Annual Country Fair
Saturday May 11th
St. Christopher’s Church
226 Righter’s Mill Road
Gladwyne, PA

Azalea Day: Gladwyne’s Annual Country Fair takes place again this Saturday May 11th at St. Christopher’s Church in Gladwyne. Enjoy old fashioned fun with a giant slide, baked goods, lemon sticks and lemonade, live music, photos for mom, plants, food, games, face paint and so much more. Admission is free. Proceeds benefit St. Christopher’s Outreach Program. 

National Train Day 
Saturday May 11th
11am - 4pm
30th Street Station
30th & Market Streets
Philadelphia, PA

The 6th Annual National Train Day takes place at many locations across the country on Saturday May 11th. Head to Philly’s own 30th Street Station, one of 200 National Train Day celebration places across the country and a national historic landmark, from 11am – 4pm for a day of celebrating trains and family fun. This year’s theme is “trains matter” and will feature a day-long event with model trains, giveaways and culinary demonstrations and more.

Art Star Craft Bazaar
Saturday May 11th and Sunday May 12th
Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing
101 S. Columbus Bldv. & Market St. 
Philadelphia, PA

Art Star, the outdoor juried craft/art show takes place on Saturday May 11th and Sunday May 12th from 11am – 6pm along the beautiful Delaware waterfront and will feature over 100 local and national artists showing their wares. Plus food vendors, interactive craft demonstrations for the whole family and live music and fun. Free.

Imagination Movers LIVE at Sesame Place 
Saturday May 11th - Sunday May 12th
Sesame Place 100 Sesame Road
Langhorne, PA

The Imagination Movers are LIVE at Sesame Place this weekend in Langhorne, PA this Saturday May 11th and Sunday May 12th for several shows of a fun, interactive, rockin’ family friendly performance guaranteed to delight kids of all ages. Show tickets are $10 and do not include park admission. Park admission is $59.99 for ages 2 and up.

Artkids @ The Movies 
Sunday May 12th 2-4pm
The Barnes Foundation 
2025 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA

This new exciting series of film showings featuring American and international films relating to the Barnes collection is presented by Cinémathèque Internationale of Philadelphia and The Barnes Foundation and is geared for kids ages 6-12 and their caregivers. This Sunday May 12th from 2-4pm will feature E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial. Free tickets available at admission desk. First come, first served. Collection admissions not included.

Family Second Sunday Workshop 
Sunday May 12th
1-4pm
Penn Museum
3250 South Street
Philadelphia, PA

Celebrate “Mummies’ Day” this Sunday May12th at the Penn Museum from 1-4pm. Families can check out the work in the Artifact Lab, observing real conservators in their lab, as well as design and wrap their own mummy! Free with museum admission. $12 general admission. $8 for children ages 6-17. Children 5 and under free. Free to Penncard holders (Penn faculty, staff, and students).

Family Jams Mommy Masks 
Sunday May 12th
12 Noon - 4pm
Philadelphia Magic Gardens 
1020 South Street
Philadelphia, PA

The second Sunday of the month means Family Jams at Philadelphia Magic Gardens on Sunday May 12th between 12 Noon and 4pm. Kids can take part in a variety of hands on workshops and enjoy kid-friendly tours at 1pm and 3pm. To honor mom, the craft this weekend is Mommy Masks, inspired by Julia Zagar’s wife of 50 years. Families can decorate and embellish their own custom masks and learn more about Julia and the Zagar family, too. $7 for adults, $3 for ages 6-12, free for children 5 and under.

In the Artifact Lab: Conserving Egyptian Mummies 
Saturday May 11th and Sunday May 12th
Penn Museum
3260 South Street
Philadelphia, PA

This unique opportunity to explore a real working laboratory at the Penn Museum features a glass enclosed conservation lab allowing visitors to see the tools of the trade and observe real conservators at work on Egyptian objects including rare paintings, ancient funerary objects and of course mummies. And twice daily, visitors can speak with a conservator (Sat. and Sun. 1pm and 3:30pm). Free with admission $6 - $12. Ages 5 and younger free.

Byers Choice Mother’s Day Weekend Craft Show 
Saturday May 11th and Sunday May 12th
Byers' Choice Ltd.
4355 County Line Rd.
Chalfont, PA

The 2nd Annual Mother’s Day Weekend Craft Show at Byers Choice takes place this Saturday May 11th and Sunday May 12th at Byers Choice, Ltd. The show features over 70 juried handcrafters sharing their wares in an indoor show. The craft show will also have demonstrations by vendors and more. $6 per person at the door. Get your $1 off coupon on the website before you go!

Free Admission for Mom
Sunday May 12th
9:30am - 5:30pm
Garden State Discovery Museum
2040 Springdale Road
Cherry Hill, NJ

Moms get free admission all day to the Garden State Discovery Museum this Sunday May 12th from 9:30am – 5:30pm. This hands on discovery museum for children through age 10 will delight your kids and please mom with free admission. Explore science, nature, and hands on fun with 20 giant kid-powered exhibits. $10.95 for adults and children 12 months and over.

Mother’s Day Brunch 
Sunday May 12th
11am - 2pm
Franklin Square 
200 North 6th Street
Philadelphia, PA

Celebrate Mom at Franklin Square this Sunday May 12th from 11am – 2pm with a delicious brunch, unlimited carousel rides on the Philadelphia Park Liberty Carousel, and a fun round of mini-golf. Plus, mom gets a special personalized flower pot to take home to remember her special day! $20. Advanced reservations required.

Free Admission on Sunday Mornings 
Sunday May 12th
9:30am - 12pm
Brandywine River Museum
1 Hoffman’s Mill Road & Route 1
Chadds Ford, PA

Enjoy free admission to the beautiful Brandywine River Museum on Sunday mornings including this Sunday May 12th between 9:30am – 12pm. Free.

Mother's Day Weekend Phillyfun Picks: May 10-12

W. B. Saul Country Fair Day

Come out to the W. B. Saul Country Fair Day this Saturday May 11th from 11am - 4pm! The W. B. Saul Country Fair will be fun for the whole family with food, games, a "horsey" baby shower, a live BEN FM radio broadcast, vendors, a plant sale, pet adoptions, a silent auction, raffle cow plop bingo and much more! Free parking and free admission. Don't miss this great community event!

Walter Biddle Saul is the only public agricultural school within the city of Philadelphia.The school was originally founded in 1943 and now boasts 4 majors and 15 different areas of emphasis, including dairy science, environmental science, and retail floral business. Country Fair Day is the school's biggest fundraiser. Please come out to this fun family friendly community event and support a great cause.

If you go:
What: W. B. Saul Country Fair Day
When: Saturday May 11th 11am - 4pm
Where: 7100 Henry Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Cost: Free admission and free parking

W. B. Saul Country Fair Day

Weekend Phillyfun Picks - May 3-5

Hooray for May! This weekend promises much fun to be had with festivals, fun fairs, and so more. Don’t miss these great events for fun with the whole family in and around Philadelphia this first weekend of May!

Philadelphia International Children’s Festival 
Friday May 3rd - Sunday May 5th
Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts
3680 Walnut St.
Philadelphia, PA

The 29th Annual Philadelphia International Children’s Festival is once again taking place on Penn Campus at the Annenberg Center running Friday May 3rd and Saturday May 4th. Come out for family-friendly music, theatre performances, and a great time in the FUN ZONE in the outdoor plaza with crafts, face painting, jugglers, and more. Tickets are $10 each and include access to the Children’s Festival FUN ZONE. Check website for full schedule of performances at http://www.annenbergcenter.org/tickets/childfest.php

Dover Days 
Friday May 3rd - Sunday May 5th
Legislative Mall & The Green
411 Legislative Ave.
Dover, DE 1

The Annual Dover Days Festival takes place this weekend running Friday May 3rd through Sunday May 5th. Bring the whole family out for carnival rides, inflatable village, a scavenger hunt, kids art show, chalk murals, stunts, crafts, food and vendors. Plus a pet parade, human parade, and car show and lots more fun for all. Free. 

Kids In Center City Playdate 
Saturday May 4th
11am - 1pm
Pajanimals Pajama Party
The Market and Shops at Comcast Center
1701 JFK Blvd.
Philadelphia, PA

The next Kids in Center City Playdate happens this Saturday May 4th from 11am – 1pm at the Market and Shops at Comcast Center with a Pajanimals Pajama Party! Join Sprout and KidsInCenterCity.Com in your PJs for this free event with a bedtime storytime, a screening of Sprout’s favorite Pajanimals episodes, and a meet and greet with Squacky. Bring your cameras! Free.

Pinocchio
Friday May 3rd - Sunday May 5th
Arden Theatre Company
40 N. 2nd St.
Philadelphia, PA

This classic story of a Pinocchio - a wooden boy who finally has a chance to be brave by saving his grandfather from the belly of the whale comes to life this weekend at the Arden Theater Company with shows Friday May 3rd through Sunday May 5tth This family-friendly performance is led by only five storytellers who inspire imagination and creativity in audiences of all ages. Best enjoyed by families with children ages 5 and older. Tickets run $16 - $36.

Just Buggin’ Around 
Saturday May 4th
10am - 12pm
SMITH Playground East Fairmount Park
Philadelphia, PA

The Junior League of Philadelphia will lead children in a special Just Buggin' Around event at the SMITH Playhouse and Playground this Saturday May 4th from 10am – 12pm. Kids aged 10 and younger and their caregivers are invited to come out and race insects, make insect-themed crafts, plant seeds and participate in buggy themed story-time. Free.

Caillou’s Musical Playdate 
Saturday May 4th - Sunday May 5th
Sesame Place
100 Sesame Road
Langhorne, PA

Everyone’s favorite Canadian 4 year old friend, Caillou, makes a special appearance at Caillou's Musical Playdate Sesame Place in Langhorne, PA this Saturday May 4th and Sunday May 5th for several shows of a fun, interactive sing-a-long guaranteed to delight kids of all ages. Show tickets are free but reservations are required and do not include park admission. Park admission is $59.99 for ages 2 and up.

Peddler’s Village Strawberry Festival 
Saturday May 4th - Sunday May 5th
10am - 6pm
Routes 202 & 263
Lahaska, Bucks County

The annual Strawberry Festival returns to Peddler’s Village this Saturday May 4th and Sunday May 5th from 10am – 6pm. Adults will enjoy juried artisans showing their crafts and wares at the Street Road Green Artisan Area. Kids will love the entertainment, performers, face painting, sand arts, pony rides and more. And of course get your fill of sweet strawberries in tasty treats such as pies, jams, and of course fresh! Free admission and free parking.

In the Artifact Lab: Conserving Egyptian Mummies
Saturday May 4th - Sunday May 5th
Penn Museum
3260 South Street
Philadelphia, PA

This unique opportunity to explore a real working laboratory at the Penn Museum features a glass enclosed conservation lab allowing visitors to see the tools of the trade and observe real conservators at work on Egyptian objects including rare paintings, ancient funerary objects and of course mummies. And twice daily, visitors can speak with a conservator (Sat. and Sun. 1pm and 3:30pm). Free with admission $6 - $12. Ages 5 and younger free.

Swarthmore Charity Fun Fair 
Sunday May 5th
Swarthmore, PA

There’s lots of family friendly fun to be had this Sunday May 5th at the Swarthmore Charity Fun Fair! This community event in the village of Swarthmore features a parade at 1pm on Park Avenue and hours of entertainment for all. There will also be a Lions 5K Fun Walk & Run and Bike Tour at Noon. Plus, over 100 charities and non-profits will be on hand with activities to raise money and awareness. And of course enjoy great food and more. Free.

Chestnut Hill Home and Garden Show
Sunday May 5th
11am - 5pm
Chestnut Hill
8000 to 8700 Germantown Ave.
Philadelphia, PA

Head to the Hill this Sunday May 5th when Germantown Avenue will blossom into an outdoor garden and marketplace for the Chestnut Hill Home and Garden Show from 11am – 5pm. Enjoy home and garden displays, festival food, green and eco-friendly vendors, live music, amusement rides, crafts and activities and more. Free.

Cinco De Rhino Walk-n-Ride
Sunday May 5th
3:30 - 8pm
The Elmwood Park Zoo
1661 Harding Blvd.
Norristown, PA

The Elmwood Park Zoo and Greater Philadelphia Chapters of the American Association of Zookeepers hosts its first annual Cinco de Rhino Walk-n-Ride on Sunday May 5th from 3:30pm-8pm EDT in Norristown, PA. Take park in the bike ride from the Elmwood Park Zoo to the Philadelphia Zoo or the walk around the Elmwood Park Zoo (includes Elmwood Park Zoo admission) with proceeds going to Rhino Conservation. All walkers/bikers wear a red “horn” and join the “herd” to walk and ride for rhino survival. Only 5 species of rhinos remain today and they are all endangered and need your help and support. Walk arrival begins at 3:30pm, Bike arrival at 6pm. Registration is $15 for bikers and $20 for walkers. Donations for Rhino Conservation also accepted.

Free First Sundays at the Barnes 
Sunday May 5th
12 Noon
The Barnes Foundation
2025 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA

Now there’s no reason not to visit the Barnes Foundation with their new Free First Sundays program presented by PECO. Get to the Barnes at 12 Noon on the first Sunday of each month, including this Sunday May 5th for a chance to score your free tickets. Tickets are limited to 2 adults and 2 children and are limited. On a first come, first served basis.

Pay What You Wish Admission 
Sunday May 5th
10am - 5pm
Philadelphia Museum of Art
26th St. and Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA

The first Sunday of the month means pay what you wish admission to the Philadelphia Museum of Art so don’t miss your chance this Sunday May 5th for deep discounts and lots of family friendly fun. Enjoy Family Studio – the museum’s art studios activities for families. Come out to create, play and learn together! Pay what you wish admission.

Free Admission on Sunday Mornings
Sunday May 5th
9:30am - 12pm
Brandywine River Museum
1 Hoffman’s Mill Road Route 1
Chadds Ford, PA

Enjoy free admission to the beautiful Brandywine River Museum on Sunday mornings including this Sunday May 5th between 9:30am – 12pm.

Weekend Phillyfun Picks - May 3-5

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