PhillyFun4Kids

Happy weekend, Philly families! Lots happening this mid-July weekend in and around Philly.

Upper Darby Shooting Stars
Saturday July 14
7:30pm
Rose Tree Media Park
1671 N. Providence Road
Media, PA

Don’t miss the high-energy song and dance performance from the Upper Darby Shooting Stars at Rose Tree Media Park this Saturday July 14 featuring exciting medleys from Broadway, Disney musicals and Big Bands. Free.

South Jersey Caribbean Festival
Saturday July 14
12pm – 8pm
Wiggins Park
2 Riverside Dr.
Camden, NJ

Experience the crafts, sounds and flavors of the region’s Caribbean community at the South Jersey Caribbean Festival with steel-drum music, jerk chicken and fun. Free.

Bastille Day: The Farewell Tour 
Saturday July 14
5:30pm
Eastern State Penitentiary
2027 Fairmount Ave.
Philadelphia, PA

Storm the Bastille during Bastille Day: The Farewell Tour one last time at the Eastern State Penitentiary with their uniquely Philly spin on the French Revolution with song, dance and a famed beheading. This year’s event will be the last for this annual favorite.  Performed by experimental cabaret troupe The Bearded Ladies, the celebration is attended by Joan of Arc, Ben Franklin and a human-sized French baguette. The fun culminates when 2,000 Tastykakes are thrown from atop the towers. Free.

Blue Cross River Rink Summer Fest
Friday July 13 – Sunday July 15
101 S. Columbus Blvd.
Philadelphia, PA

Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest, featuring Philadelphia’s only outdoor roller skating rink, a midway, and mini-golf is back this summer for its fourth season thanks to the continued support of Independence Blue Cross. Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest is the perfect place to relax and hang out with the entire family. Entrance to the park is free and open to the public. Roller skating, mini-golf, games, rides and concessions are pay-as-you-go. ​

BlueBEARY Blast Festival 
Saturday July 14 – Sunday July 15
Camden Children’s Garden
3 Riverside Dr.
Camden, NJ

Head to the Camden Children’s Garden for BlueBEARY Blast Festival to enjoy rides, the garden and splash pad, themed crafts, blueberry ice cream and an appearance by mascot Mum Bear. $9.

Dog Days of Summer 
Sunday July 15
12pm – 3pm
Franklin Square

Bring your four legged friends to enjoy Dog Days of Summer at Franklin Square. Dog Days will welcome four-legged friends with free pet portraits, sprinklers, and shallow pools for cooling off. FREE.

 

The weather in Philly went from heatwave to perfection all weekend so get outside and enjoy the low humidity and perfect weather at one of these great summer fun events for families.

Blueberry Festival 
Saturday July 7
Linvilla Orchards
137 W Knowlton Rd,
Media, PA

Head to Linvilla Orchards in Media for the summer Blueberry Festival. Pick your own blueberries from acres of bushes and watch the blueberry pie-eating contest. There will also be live entertainment, arts and crafts, and costumed characters. Free admission. Attractions pay as you go.


26th Annual Haddonfield Craft and Fine Art Festival 
Saturday July 7 and Sunday July 8
Downtown Haddonfield
Haddonfield, NJ

Don’t miss the 26th Annual Haddonfield Craft and Fine Art Festival happening Saturday July 7th and Sunday July 8th. More than 250 artisans will exhibit a wide range of arts and crafts, including ceramics, glass, jewelry, wood, fiber, metal, paper, drawings, paintings, photography and wearable art. Free.

PECO Family Jams: Music Boxes with Phyllis Chen
Sunday July 8
12pm – 4pm
Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens
1020 South Street
Philadelphia, PA

Inspired by Isaiah Zagar’s mosaics, musician and composer Phyllis Chen is working with the community to create a 400-foot music box strip for a performance in Philadelphia this  September. During this PECO Family Jams hands-on family workshop at Philadelphia Magic Gardens, each participant will create a one-foot section of Phyllis’ music box mosaic. Participants will explore music boxes and create music by drawing on and punching holes in special music box paper. $10 for adults, $5 for ages 6-10.

Petapalooza
Sunday July 8
12-3pm
Chestnut Hill
Germantown Ave and Highland Ave
Philadelphia, PA

Head to Chestnut Hill for Petapalooza and spend the day surrounded by some furry, four-legged friends.  Owners are encouraged to bring their pets to this annual event celebrated for its “all things pet” atmosphere. The event offers activities for both pets and their humans, such as raffles, a paw reader, a caricaturist, and a photo booth.  The fan favorite “Yappy Hour” will also return, which includes drink and food specials at select restaurants. Pet rescue organizations will be on site with animals looking for forever homes! Don’t miss out on this daylong event that’s sure to entertain both animals and their owners alike.  Free.

Concilio’s 37th Annual Hispanic Fiesta
Saturday July 7 and Sunday July 8
2-8pm
Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing
101 S. Columbus Blvd.
Philadelphia, PA

Part of the annual PECO Multicultural Series of festivals, the two-day Concilio’s Hispanic Fiesta features authentic dance and musical performances, food and treats from local Latino food vendors and a beer garden from the team at Goose Island Philadelphia. The festival continues to unite and raise awareness of Latino culture and community through the celebration of music, dance, entertainment, ethnic foods and artisan crafts from nearly all Latin American countries. Free.

Blue Cross River Rink Summer Fest
Friday July 6 – Sunday July 8
101 S. Columbus Blvd.
Philadelphia, PA

Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest, featuring Philadelphia’s only outdoor roller skating rink, a midway, and mini-golf is back this summer for its fourth season thanks to the continued support of Independence Blue Cross. Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest is the perfect place to relax and hang out with the entire family. Entrance to the park is free and open to the public. Roller skating, mini-golf, games, rides and concessions are pay-as-you-go. ​

Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival 
Friday July 6 – Sunday July 8
Franklin Square
6th & Race Sts.
Philadelphia, PA

It’s the final weekend to enjoy the Chinese Lantern Festival a celebration of light and culture that features displays by artisans from China including magnificent steel-framed and silk-wrapped giant animals, springtime flowers and trees, and symbols of Chinese culture using traditional methods. In its final weekend in Philly, Franklin Square will glow with 29 larger-than-life illuminated lantern displays of 1,500 individual sculptures with more than 15,000 LED lights in brilliant colors. $18, adults; $12, ages 17 & younger; $10 seniors & active military.

Living History: Reenactment of the First Public Reading of the Declaration of Independence
Sunday July 8
11:45am – 12:30pm
Independence Square
Chestnut Street between 5th and 6th Streets
Philadelphia, PA

Enjoy a reenactment of the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence on Sunday at historic Independence Square. Reenact how on July 8, 1776, Colonel John Nixon strode to a platform in the State House yard (now Independence Square) and shared the stunning news of the Declaration of Independence with the assembled crowd. Help celebrate this historic occasion and join the crowd to hear a commemorative reading of the document by a park ranger portraying Colonel Nixon. Free copies will be given out so you can follow along and cheer or jeer. Free.

It’s the weekend before 4th of the July holiday so there is a ridiculous amount of free fun  happening in Philly this weekend! Get out, beat the heat, and enjoy one of these great family events in and around Philly while celebrating the birth and independence of our country!

Media Hometown Classic & Kids Klassic
Saturday June 30
8:30am – 6:00pm
Media, PA

The Media Hometown Cycling Classic happening Sat. June 30th is the first sanctioned bike race of its kind, called a “criterium,” in Delaware County. The race is sanctioned by USA Cycling and is part of the PA Cycling Association’s points championship series. Bring the whole family out to spectate and sign the kids up for the free KidsKlassic bike races for ages 5-8 starting at 2:30. Free.

Free Museum Day at First Bank of the United States
Saturday June 30
10am – 4pm
116 S 3rd St,
Philadelphia, PA

Join the Friends of Independence and Independence National Historical Park for Free Museum Day at First Bank of the United States offering a sneak peek at Alexander Hamilton’s First Bank of the United States. The building, which has not been open to the public in over three decades, is our nation’s oldest surviving federal building. On June 30th from 10am – 4pm only, visitors are invited to take a brief tour of the interior of the building and learn about future plans to reopen the First Bank of the United States. Free.

Independence Day Celebration
Saturday June 30 – Sunday July 1
Museum of the American Revolution
101 S. 3rd St.
Philadelphia, PA

Celebrate Independence at the Museum of the American Revolution with music, family-friendly activities, and costumed historical interpreters. Throughout the weekend, visitors will receive a pocket Declaration of Independence with a special bookmark  to help decode key phrases in the venue’s  core galleries.

The Philly Ice Cream Scoop
Saturday June 30
11am – 5pm
Reading Terminal Market
Center Court

The best of Philadelphia’s ice cream artisans will be gathering at the Reading Terminal Market to celebrate Philly’s rich ice cream heritage during The Philly Ice Cream Scoop. Come enjoy the City’s favorites: Bassetts, Franklin Fountain, Little Baby’s, Lil’ Pop Shop, Zsa’s, and more! Enjoy ice cream specials or win prizes in the ice cream eating contest. Ever been curious how the pros make your favorite sweet treat? Don’t miss the ice cream demonstrations throughout the day! Make some ice cream arts & crafts, get your photo taken in the photo booth or enjoy a game of ice cream shuffleboard. Free.

Pennsylvania Convention Center Community Festival 
Saturday June 30
12pm – 5pm
1101 Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA

Celebrate the Pennsylvania Convention Center’s 25th birthday with a Community Festival featuring live entertainment, strolling acts, self-guided tours of the center’s $1.5 million art collection, birthday cake, face painting, stilt walkers, games, pop-up gardens, all followed by a screening of the movie SING in the Nutter Theater from 5-7pm. Free.

On the Delaware Music Festival 
Saturday June 30
10am – 8pm
Pennypack on the Delaware Park
Philadelphia, PA

On The Delaware Music Festival is a new music festival featuring a variety of Philadelphia’s most popular rising artists presented by Riverfront North Partnership, Southeast Northeast – The SENE, Sandbox Music Publishing and Wawa Welcome America! The event is sponsored by PECO, Councilman Bobby Henon and the Philadelphia Parks and Recreation Department. In addition to musical acts, the festival will include a wide-range of entertainment and exhibits to engage the community and the whole family. Free.

Free Museum Day
Saturday June 30 – Sunday July 1
Participating Museums around Philadelphia

Enjoy free museum access to several of the areas museums this weekend as part of Wawa Welcome America including Philadelphia Museum of Art, Rosenbach Museum and Library, Free Library of Philadelphia Rare Books, Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts. The Barnes Foundation, African American Museum, and more! Check out full listing of participating museums and which days free admission is offered at https://welcomeamerica.com/events-archive/

Wawa Welcome America Fireworks 
Saturday June 30
9:30pm – 10pm
Delaware River Waterfront
Philadelphia, PA

Don’t miss this Philly-centric Wawa Welcome America Fireworks show accompanied by a soundtrack that will be broadcast by the festival’s radio partner, iHeart Media. Free.

Freedom Fit Fest
Sunday July 1
8am – 7pm
The Philadelphia Museum of Art Steps
2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA

The new Freedom Fit Fest event starts kicks-off with the Run the River 5k hosted by Philadelphia Runner. Fitness activities will take place from 9am-2pm. Attendees can register to enjoy free workout classes such as an Orangetheory® Fit Camp, yoga, dance fitness or the U.S. Army Boot Camp. Food will also be on-site. Free.

Freedom Blast
Sunday July 1
10am – 4pm
Fort Mifflin
6400 Hog Island Rd.
Philadelphia, PA

The Independence Day Freedom Blast Celebration at Fort Mifflin features Revolutionary War soldiers and citizens such as Benjamin Franklin, quill pen writing, activities like Woodworking and Blacksmithing, guided site tours and a few blasts from the cannon. Bring a picnic to enjoy in the riverfront picnic area. Free.

Don’t miss the Nemours duPont Pediatrics Kids Klassic happening this Saturday June 30, in Media, PA. In addition to the bicycle races for licensed amateurs and pros at the inaugural Hometown Classic kids can get in on the fun, too but you have to register soon before it’s too late!!

During the all-day race event kids between the ages of 5-8 years can take part in a special kid-friendly bike race just for them – the Nemours du Pont Pediatrics Kids Klassic. They will be racing a 3 to 4 block portion of the same course as the pros and will get a medal at the finish line.

So, bring the family, bring the friends, bring the team and enjoy the day! In addition to great racing and pro announcers and music there will be food, drink, merchandise, giveaways, kid’s activities and more. Picnic on the grass, set up a team tent on the sidewalk, or hang out with sponsors at Race Village.

Media (just minutes outside of Philadelphia) is known throughout the region for its outdoor events, making it an ideal town for a criterium (you know, a one-day  bicycle race on a circuit road course). Come before the kids races — which start at 2:30pm — or stay after and watch all the action.

The best part for moms and dads is that the Kids Klassic event is FREE, but you need to sign up your kiddos in advance. There is a limit on the number of kid racers, so be sure to register now before it’s too late at https://www.bikereg.com/media-hometown-cycling-classic

Beautiful weather is here and there is so much to do in and around Philly this weekend for families. Don’t miss all the festival fun in Philly this weekend!

Wayne Music Festival 
Saturday June 9
2pm – 10pm
Wayne, PA

The Wayne Music Festival annual event attracts more than 10,000 people each year to enjoy a wide range of musical genres and artists from all over the country.  The Wayne Music Festival highlights local and regional acts, as well as over 75 local restaurants and vendors. Free.

Family Festival: Pride Celebration
Saturday June 9
9am – 5pm
Please Touch Museum
4231 Avenue of the Republic
Philadelphia, PA

Celebrate the many ways families come together and everything that makes people unique at the Family Festival: Pride at the Please Touch Museum this Saturday June 9th from 9am – 5pm. $19.

Airplane Day
Saturday June 9
10am – 4pm
Fort Mifflin
1 Fort Mifflin Rd.
Philadelphia, PA

Come answer the question “Why did they build the Fort so close to the airport?” Head to Fort Mifflin to listen to pilots talk to the control tower, see model airplanes, and enjoy “sweet spot” tours. $10 adults, $6 kids.

PIFA Street Fair
Saturday June 9
11am – 7pm
Broad Street
Between City Hall and South Street
Philadelphia, PA

The Philadelphia International Festival of the Arts culminates with this huge block party featuring dozens of performances (bands, orchestras, dancers), amusement rides (Ferris wheel, virtual-reality swings, slides, rope obstacle course), food vendors and interactive fun. Free.

Lansdowne 125th Night Market
Saturday June 9
The Lansdowne Landing
Lansdowne Ave
Lansdowne, PA

Celebrate 125 Years of Lansdowne with its very first Night Market! There will be food trucks along with our local restaurants, music by Stewart Cutler and Friends and a beer garden (7pm-10pm) hosted by the Historic Lansdowne Theater Corporation. Eat, drink and celebrate with all the people that make Lansdowne great. Free.

Blue Cross River Rink Summer Fest
Friday June 7 – Sunday June 9
101 S. Columbus Blvd.
Philadelphia, PA

Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest, featuring Philadelphia’s only outdoor roller skating rink, a midway, and mini-golf is back this summer for its fourth season thanks to the continued support of Independence Blue Cross. Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest is the perfect place to relax and hang out with the entire family. Entrance to the park is free and open to the public. Roller skating, mini-golf, games, rides and concessions are pay-as-you-go. ​

Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival 
Friday June 8 – Sunday June 10
Franklin Square
6th & Race Sts.
Philadelphia, PA

The Chinese Lantern Festival is a celebration of light and culture that features displays by artisans from China including magnificent steel-framed and silk-wrapped giant animals, springtime flowers and trees, and symbols of Chinese culture using traditional methods. For five weeks only, Franklin Square will glow with 29 larger-than-life illuminated lantern displays of 1,500 individual sculptures with more than 15,000 LED lights in brilliant colors. $18, adults; $12, ages 17 & younger; $10 seniors & active military.

Odunde Festival
Sunday June 10
10am – 8pm
23rd & South Street
Philadelphia, PA

Odunde is a Yoruba word that means “Happy New Year.” Every year, the Odunde Fest — one of the country’s biggest of its kind — features vendors from not only America but from an array of African and Caribbean countries as well. Enjoy African, Caribbean and soul food, as well as live music, performances, and an authentic African marketplace with 100-plus vendors. Free.

Hooray for the weekend and it’s the first weekend of the month so there is a lot happening in and around Philly! Get out, beat the rain showers, and enjoy one of these great events with your family this weekend.

Brandywine Strawberry Festival 
Friday June 1 – Sunday June 3
Brandywine Hospital
201 Reeceville Rd.
Coatesville, PA

Head to the Brandywine Strawberry Festival on Saturday June 2nd. Enjoy carnival rides, inflatable attractions, games, live music, entertainment, fireworks, a craft and vendor fair, a used book sale and the “Strawberriest Kid” contest. Free.

Alex’s Original Lemonade Stand 
Saturday June 2
10am – 3pm
Penn Wynn Elementary
Wynnewood, PA

Don’t miss Alex’s Original Lemonade Stand on Saturday June 2nd in Wynewood.  Join Alex’s family, friends and community to honor the tradition of Alex’s annual lemonade stand. This family-friendly event is free and features food, games, crafts, face-painting, music, raffle items and – of course – plenty of lemonade! Since 2005, this event has brought in over $1 million to support Alex’s vision of better treatments and cures for kids with cancer. Free. Donations welcome.

Snow White 
Friday June 1 – Sunday June 3
Arden Theater
40 N 2nd St
Philadelphia, PA

Treat the family to this world premiere production of Snow White at the Arden Theater. The classic tale features a princess, her evil queen, a huntsman, one magic mirror and the legendary seven dwarfs –  all brought to life by two actors. Tickets $20 and up.

10th Annual Strawberry Festival 
Saturday June 2
12pm – 2pm
Historic Strawberry Mansion
2450 Strawberry Mansion Dr,
Philadelphia, PA

It’s the 10th Annual Strawberry Festival at the Historic Strawberry Mansion in Philadelphia. Festivities include tours of the Mansion fruit orchard, where visitors can pick their own berries and free tours of Historic Strawberry Mansion. The Mansion beekeepers will be on hand to give visitors open-hive beekeeping demonstrations and honey tastings. The fun continues throughout the afternoon with free, family-friendly crafts and games, and festival food.

Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival 
Friday June 1 – Sunday June 3
Franklin Square
6th & Race Sts.
Philadelphia, PA

The Chinese Lantern Festival is a celebration of light and culture that features displays by artisans from China including magnificent steel-framed and silk-wrapped giant animals, springtime flowers and trees, and symbols of Chinese culture using traditional methods. For five weeks only, Franklin Square will glow with 29 larger-than-life illuminated lantern displays of 1,500 individual sculptures with more than 15,000 LED lights in brilliant colors. $18, adults; $12, ages 17 & younger; $10 seniors & active military.

PECO Free First Sunday: Summer Solstice 
Sunday June 3
10am – 5pm
Barnes Foundation
2025 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA

It’s the first Sunday of the month, which means free admission at the Barnes! During PECO Free First Sunday family visitors have access to the collection, the new Renoir exhibition, and all our family activities and entertainment. Celebrate the arrival of summer with an array of musical performances, art displays, and hands-on activities for all ages. Free.

Calling all (bike) race fans!!! On June 30, Media, PA is hosting bicycle races for licensed amateurs and pros at the inaugural Hometown Classic

Media (just minutes outside of Philadelphia) is known throughout the region for its outdoor events, making it an ideal town for a criterium (you know, a one-day  bicycle race on a circuit road course).

And during the all-day race event kids between the ages of 5-8 years can take part in a special kid-friendly bike race just for them – the Nemours du Pont Pediatrics Kids Klassic. They will be racing a 3 to 4 block portion of the same course as the pros and will get a medal at the finish line.

So, bring the family, bring the friends, bring the team and enjoy the day! In addition to great racing and pro announcers and music there will be food, drink, merchandise, giveaways, kid’s activities and more. Picnic on the grass, set up a team tent on the sidewalk, or hang out with sponsors at Race Village.

Come before the kids races — which start at 2:30pm — or stay after and watch all the action.

The best part for moms and dads is that the Kids Klassic event is FREE, but you need to sign up. There is a limit on the number of kid racers, so register now at https://www.bikereg.com/media-hometown-cycling-classic

It’s Memorial Day Weekend, enjoy the extra time together with your families at one of these great Philly fun events this weekend while you pay tribute to those military men and women who have lost their lives in service.

Memorial Day Weekend and Revolutionary Sailors
Friday May 25 – Monday May 28
Museum of the American Revolution
101 S. 3rd St.
Philadelphia, PA

The Museum of the American Revolution will pay tribute to the men and women who lost their lives in service to their country during the American Revolution and ask what it took to win the Revolutionary War. To coincide with Sail Philadelphia, the museum will highlight the lives of Revolutionary sailors and illuminate why they served and how they thought about wartime losses. Veterans, active and retired military receive free admission throughout the weekend. Tickets must be reserved in person at the museum. Tickets $19 adults, $12 kids.

Memorial Day Observance 
11am – 2pm
Saturday May 26
Historic Montgomery Cemetery
One Hartranft Avenue
Norristown, PA

The Historical Society of Montgomery County and the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Department Color Guard will honor the service of soldiers and veterans interned at the cemetery. All are invited to join in this observance. Light refreshment will be served at the Gatehouse after the program. Free.

Memorial Salute
7-10pm (doors open at 5pm)
Mann Center for the Performing Arts
5201 Parkside Ave.
Phila., PA

The Philly POPS presents the annual Comcast NBCUniversal Memorial Salute at the Mann, a community concert honoring the American tradition of service during Memorial Day weekend. In celebration of those who serve, all tickets to the concert will be provided free of charge. Free.

Devon Horse Show and Country Fair 
Friday May 25 – Monday May 28
Devon Horse Show Grounds
23 Dorset Road
Devon, PA

Enjoy the annual Devon Horse Show and Country Fair happening Friday May 25 – Sunday May 27. Enjoy watching horse show excitement with world-class equestrians competing in various events. Plus kids will enjoy the midway events, games and treats of the Country Fair. General admission tickets $5 for children ages 3-12, $15 for adults.

Snow White 
Friday May 25 – Sunday May 27
Arden Theater
40 N 2nd St
Philadelphia, PA

Treat the family to this world premiere production of Snow White at the Arden Theater. The classic tale features a princess, her evil queen, a huntsman, one magic mirror and the legendary seven dwarfs –  all brought to life by two actors. Tickets $20 and up.

Sail Philadelphia
11am – 7pm
Penn’s Landing
211 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd
Philadelphia, PA

Don’t miss Sail Philadelphia this weekend! A fleet of majestic ships will sail into Philadelphia for a five-day celebration honoring the sailing community and the city’s maritime heritage. The festival will offer waterfront fun, ship tours, and sailing excursions throughout Memorial Day weekend, with festivities concluding on the evening of May 28. Philadelphia will serve as the only East Coast port to host the Tall Ships Challenge race series in 2018. Festival tickets, start at $7 (adult Waterfront Festival ticket) per person and include admission to the Independence Seaport Museum.

Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival 
Friday May 25 – Sunday May 27
Franklin Square
6th & Race Sts.
Philadelphia, PA

The Chinese Lantern Festival is a celebration of light and culture that features displays by artisans from China including magnificent steel-framed and silk-wrapped giant animals, springtime flowers and trees, and symbols of Chinese culture using traditional methods. For five weeks only, Franklin Square will glow with 29 larger-than-life illuminated lantern displays of 1,500 individual sculptures with more than 15,000 LED lights in brilliant colors. $18, adults; $12, ages 17 & younger; $10 seniors & active military.

Memorial Day Weekend 
Friday May 25 – Monday May 28
National Constitution Center
525 Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA

Family-friendly programs and activities at the National Constitution Center all weekend long include flag etiquette and flag folding workshops, 18th century games, arts and craft activities, and interactive shows. On Mon., visitors can interact with Revolutionary-era soldiers from the Continental Army with the Center’s Military Muster and Soldier’s Life programs. $11-$19.

Rain rain go away… Thankfully, there is lots of indoor fun to be had until this weather clears out so get your rain gear on and head on out to enjoy the fun to be had in and around Philly this weekend.

Kensington Kinetic Sculpture Day
Saturday May 19
1pm – 4pm
Trenton Avenue
From Norris St. to Hagert St.
Philadelphia, PA

Enjoy the annual Kinetic Sculpture Day tradition as you watch riders take on a 3-mile urban obstacle course teeming with a procession of handmade, human-powered floats. The fun culminates in a messy mud-pit “splashdown.” On the sidelines you can check out hundreds of local artists and vendors put their creations on display. Rain or shine.

Neshaminy Mall Spring Carnival
Saturday May 19th – Sunday May 20th
Noon – 11pm
707 Neshaminy Mall
Bensalem, PA

This family-friendly Neshaminy Mall Spring Carnival features daredevil circus acts, favorite fair food, carnival games and midway rides for all ages, from whimsical kiddie rides to state-of-the-art thrill rides. Free admission and parking. Ride costs varies. Wristband and online ticket discounts available on website.

Wizard World Comic Con
Friday May 18 – Sunday May 20
Pennsylvania Convention Center
1101 Arch St.
Philadelphia, PA

Enjoy Wizard World Comic Con in Philadelphia this weekend. Come dressed in your cosplay best to take part in contests, meet favorite actors and comic-book artists, and celebrate favorite fandoms, comics, games and series. Tickets $35 and up.

9th Street Italian Market Festival 
Saturday May 19 – Sunday May 20
11am – 6pm
South 9th Street
Philadelphia, PA

Don’t miss the annual 9th Street Italian Market Festival happening Saturday May 19th and Sunday May 20th. Activities include the annual Procession of Saints, a half-ball tournament, crafts, family events and of course  terrific food. Rain or shine. Free.

Chestnut Hill Home and Garden Festival 
Sunday May 20
11am – 5pm
Chestnut Hill
Germantown Ave
Philadelphia, PA

Chestnut Hill becomes an outdoor garden marketplace on Sunday May 20th at the Chestnut Hill Home and Garden Festival as more than 150 home and garden vendors, artists and craftsmen line Germantown Avenue than 150 home and garden vendors, artists and craftsmen line Germantown Avenue. Guests can expect live music and food from Chestnut Hill’s top restaurants while kids enjoy amusement rides, face painting, and arts and crafts. Free. $5 parking at select lots.

Spring Fling
Saturday May 19
11am – 4pm
Highland Orchards
1000 Marshallton Thorndale Rd.
West Chester, PA

It’s the Spring Fling at Highland Orchards on Sunday May 20th. The event features an Artisanal Craft Fair, food trucks, local craft beers, wagon rides and homemade goods. $5 per car. Rain or shine.

Snow White 
Friday May 18 – Sunday May 20
Arden Theater
40 N 2nd St
Philadelphia, PA

Treat mom to this world premiere production of Snow White at the Arden Theater. The classic tale features a princess, her evil queen, a huntsman, one magic mirror and the legendary seven dwarfs –  all brought to life by two actors. Tickets $20 and up.

Rubber Ducky Regata 
Sunday May 20
12pm – 4pm
Kemper Park
905 Valley Rd.
Warminster, PA

Hundreds of rubber duckies float down Neshaminy Creek in the annual Rubber Ducky Regata to compete in a race to the finish line during this humorous event. The first four ducks to cross the finish win a cash prize. Official ducky number tickets may be purchased at the WREC@WCP, Township Building, Library and Citadel Credit Union. Before the spectacle, don’t miss the “Just Ducky” picnic. Dessert is provided, weather permitting. $5 duck, $20 five ducks, free to watch.

It’s Mother’s Day weekend! Happy Mother’s Day to all the awesome Philly moms out there.
Did you know that Mother’s Day actually started right here in Philadelphia? This annual holiday honoring motherhood was originally founded here by Anna Jarvis in 1908 (and then federally recognized in 1914). So cool that it all started here in Philly, right?

While the weather might not be quite perfect, there is still much fun to be had inside and out in and around Philly this weekend so get out and enjoy your special day!!

Azalea Day County Fair 
Saturday May 12
10am – 3pm
St. Christopher’s Church
226 Righters Mill Rd.
Gladwyne, PA

Enjoy the Azalea Day County Fair in Gladwyne on Saturday with mom. Festivities include games, rides, crafts, plant and jewelry sales, and vendors. Free.

Friends School Haverford Spring Fair 
Saturday May 12
11am – 3pm
Friends School Haverford
851 Buck Lane
Haverford, PA

Head to the Friends School Haverford Spring Fair on Saturday May 12th. Enjoy carnival games, petting zoo, balloon sculptures, face painting, kids’ crafts (including Japanese fish art), fair food, flea market, a petting zoo, balloon art and an artisan bazaar. $20 per family, $5 per person.

Art Star Craft Bazaar
Saturday May 12 – Sunday May 13
11am – 6pm
Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing
101 S. Columbus Blvd.
Philadelphia, PA

The Art Star Craft Bazaar is an award-winning retail art/craft show that is organized and juried by Art Star, a local purveyors of quality handmade goods. The lineup features more than 100 quality art & craft vendors from the region and beyond. Each vendor will be set up in a 10×10 foot space throughout the Great Plaza and will extend along Walnut Plaza by the Independence Seaport Museum. Free.

Rittenhouse Square Fine Craft Fair  
Friday May 11 – Sunday May 13
11am – 5pm
Rittenhouse Square
Philadelphia, PA

More than 100 members of the PA Guild of Craftsman participate in the Rittenhouse Square Fine Craft Fair. The semi-annual event  is a great opportunity to find the perfect Mother’s Day gift as artisans sell works made from glass, metal, wood, leather and other materials and enjoy a stroll around the square with mom, too. Free.

Snow White 
Friday May 11 – Sunday May 13
Arden Theater
40 N 2nd St
Philadelphia, PA

Treat mom to this world premiere production of Snow White at the Arden Theater. The classic tale features a princess, her evil queen, a huntsman, one magic mirror and the legendary seven dwarfs –  all brought to life by two actors. Tickets $20 and up.

Mother’s Day Special 
Sunday May 13th
The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University
1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy
Philadelphia , PA

Bring your favorite adult to the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University for free and explore the museum together. Enjoy the towering dinosaurs, live animal shows, live tropical butterflies and all your favorite exhibits. Discover something you’ve never seen before and make some memories with your family!

 

Mother’s Day Fishing 
Sunday May 13th
Linvilla Orchards
137 W Knowlton Rd
Media, PA

Mother’s fish free at Linvilla Orchard‘s Orchard Lake on Sunday. The Lake teems with more than 1,000 trout, which means that all participants will have a chance to catch fish.  $5-$10.

Neshaminy Mall Spring Carnival
Saturday May 12th – Sunday May 13th
Noon – 11pm
707 Neshaminy Mall
Bensalem, PA

This family-friendly Neshaminy Mall Spring Carnival features daredevil circus acts, favorite fair food, carnival games and midway rides for all ages, from whimsical kiddie rides to state-of-the-art thrill rides. Free admission and parking. Ride costs varies. Wristband and online ticket discounts available on website.

PECO Family Jams: Scratch Drawings
Sunday May 13th
12pm – 4pm
Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens
1020 South St.
Philadelphia, PA

Isaiah Zagar, the creator of this venue, uses the sgraffito decoration technique of scratching away one layer to reveal another on many of his handmade tiles throughout Philadelphia Magic Gardens. Learn more about  Zagar and his sgraffito tiles on a family-friendly tour at 1pm or 2pm. $10 adult, $5 child.