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It’s the weekend!! Time to enjoy the beautiful warm weather and get out in Philly for one of these fun family festivals and events this weekend.

Archaeology Festival
Saturday Sept. 16th
10am – 3pm
Newlin Grist Mill
219 South Cheyney Rd.
Glen Mills, PA

The Archaeology Festival at Newlin Grist Mill on Sat. Sept 16th from 10am – 3pm features a full day of hands-on activities. Visitors will be able to work with professional archaeologists and assist with three different excavations; sift, clean and process artifacts; and see artifact displays from around Delaware County. There will also be a variety of activities designed for kids. Free.

Family Fun Festival
Saturday Sept. 16th
11am – 2pm
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia
Roberts Center for Pediatric Research
2716 South St.
Phila., PA

Join Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia for an open house on Saturday Sept. 16th from 11am – 2pm. The open house will include face painting, amusements, activities, refreshments, entertainment, and the opportunity to see a skyline view of the city from the 20th floor of the Roberts Center. Free.

N2N Street Festival
Saturday Sept. 16th
12pm – 8pm
50th and Baltimore Ave
Philadelphia, PA

The 23rd Neighborhood To Neighborhood Street (N2N) street festival returns to West Philly with games, food, music and more. This year’s Prince-themed event also features performances by Questlove, PnB Rock, Sheila E and more. Free.

Mt. Airy Village Fair 
Sunday Sept. 17th
11am – 4pm
Greene St. & Carpenter Ln.
Mt. Airy Village
Phila., PA

Head to the Mt. Airy Village Fair this Sunday Sept. 17th from 11am – 4pm. Families will enjoy dozens of interactive and engaging activities, a pet parade, live music, pie- and ice-cream eating contests, puppetry, a petting zoo, performances, games and dancing. Free.

Brazilian Day
Sunday Sept. 17th
1-7pm
Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing
Philadelphia, PA

Brazilian Day, part of the PECO Multicultural Series, takes places this Sunday Sept. 17h from 1pm – 7pm. Enjoy live music, dancing, food and celebrate Brazilian culture and traditions on the Delaware River at the Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing. Free entrance.

There is lots to do this weekend in and around Philly with festivals and fun galore. Check out one of these great fall events happening this weekend.

Haverford Music Festival
Saturday Sept 9th
12pm – 9:30pm
Eagle & Darby Roads
Havertown, PA

The annual Haverford Music Festival will present about 30 acts, representing various musical genres, performing on four stages. Area businesses and vendors will fill booths along Darby Road and Hathaway Lane. There will be food booths, a beer garden, kids’ activities and end-of-summer fun for the family. Free.

Wyck Historic House, Garden, and Farm
Saturday Sept 9th
10am – 4pm
6026 Germantown Avenue
Philadelphia, PA

The Philadelphia Honey Festival at Wyck Historic House, Garden, and Farm offers a variety of activities that celebrate and educate about the honeybee, such as honey tastings, extractions, presentations, kids’ crafts, bee bearding and mead making and tasting.

Pennsylvania Coast Day
Saturday Sept. 9th
11am -4pm
Walnut Plaza at Penn’s Landing
211 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd.
Philadelphia, PA

Head down to the Delaware River for Pennsylvania Coast Day fun this Saturday Sept. 9th. See the Benjamin Franklin Bridge from a yacht (supplies limited). Splash past a submarine in a kayak, swan boat, rowboat or skiff. Then explore the shore, where two dozen marine-themed exhibitors will greet you, with giveaways in tow. Free.

Doylestown Arts Festival 
Saturday Sept. 9th
10am- 5pm
Downtown
Doylestown, PA

This annual Doylestown Arts Festival showcases the best of local talent and culture with more than 160 exhibitors (in areas including murals, clothing, design, kids’ items, etc.) on site. Other activities throughout town include live music, including rock, pop, big band and music for kids. There will also be bike races in the area around the festival, for adults and kids.

PECO Family Jams: Painted Patterns
Sunday Sept. 10th
Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens
1020 South Street
Philadelphia, PA

Join PECO Family Jams this Sunday Sept. 10th to paint your own patterned mosaic frame to take home. Philadelphia Magic Gardens creator Isaiah Zagar has covered nearly every surface with his colorful mosaics. In much the same way, Sybil Roe Thompson, whose work is on display in Dazzling Places and Wild Creatures, covers her works and frames with intricate, colorful patterns. Family-friendly tours will be held at 1pm and 3pm to learn more about PMG and Zagar.

Kennet Square Mushroom Festival 
Saturday Sept. 9th – Sunday Sept. 10th
Downtown Kennett Square
101 S. Union St.
Kennett Square, PA

Head to the Kennet Square Mushroom Festival this weekend (Sat. from 10am – 7pm, Sun. from 10am – 5pm). The town’s top crop is celebrated through mushroom vendors and souvenirs, tastings, growers’ exhibits and music.  Keep the kids busy with rides, games, magic shows, jugglers, inflatables and zoo animal appearances. $3 per person ages 12 and up.

Lansdowne Arts on the Avenue Festival 
Sunday Sept. 10th
12Noon – 6pm
Lansdowne Ave
Lansdowne, PA

The Lansdowne Economic Development Corporation (LEDC) is proud to present the Lansdowne Arts on the Avenue Festival on Sunday, September 10th from noon – 6 pm, Lansdowne Avenue will become a pedestrian-only thoroughfare between E. LaCrosse and Baltimore Avenues. Centered in the heart of historic downtown Lansdowne, this new and exciting street festival is expected to draw more than 3,000 people for a full day of music, makers, craft brew, food trucks, and more. For the kids enjoy the new YMCA Kids Zone with an inflatable obstacle course, bouncy house, jugglers, musicians, free arts and crafts and many more free activities tailor-made to keep your little ones happy. Free.

Mexican Independence Day
Sunday Sept. 10th
2-8pm
Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing
Philadelphia, PA

The Mexican Independence Day Festival, part of the PECO Multicultural Series, takes places this Sunday Sept. 10th from 2pm – 8pm. Enjoy live music, dancing, food and celebrate Mexican culture and traditions on the Delaware River at the Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing. Free entrance.

Happy Labor Day Weekend Philly families!! Enjoy this last weekend of summer and the extra day of the weekend, too at one of these great Labor Day weekend events in and around Philly this weekend.

Labor Day Back to School Party
Saturday Sept 2 – Monday Sept. 4
9:30 am – 6pm
Museum of the American Revolution
101 S. Third St.
Philadelphia, PA

Kids 12 and under will receive free admission to the Museum of the American Revolution throughout the weekend. Every child also will receive a free back-to-school packet, including colored pencils, an eraser, a history-themed coloring book, and a pocket-sized Declaration of Independence. Free.

German Volksfest
Saturday Sept. 2 – Monday Sept. 4
12-10pm
Cannstatter Volksfest-Verein
9130 Academy Rd.
Phila., PA

Celebrate all things German at the annual Volksfest for three days Saturday through Monday at this annual event including German food, music, dancing, souvenirs, crafts, amusement rides and beer for the adult crowd, too. Cost: $6, day; $9, two days; $11, three days; FREE, ages 12 & younger.

Labor Day Celebration
Saturday Sept. 2 – Monday Sept. 4
Franklin Square
200 N. 6th St.
Phila., PA

This unofficial end of summer celebration features patriotic fun and a stop from the Lightning Bolt Express Train. Tickets required for Philly Mini Golf and the Parx Liberty Carousel. Admission is free. Attractions are ticketed.

Labor Day BBQ and Fireworks
Sat. Sept. 2 – Sat. Sept. 3
Sesame Place
100 Sesame Road
Langhorne, PA

“C… is for Celebrate!” Don’t miss the Labor Day Weekend Fireworks show, set to Sesame Street music at Sesame Place this weekend. Rock out with Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Cookie Monster and Count von Count, as their music fills the air and the sky is covered with colorful bursts of brilliance. Fireworks begin immediately following the 8:00PM evening performance of the Neighborhood Street Party Night Parade. And enjoy the Labor Day Weekend BBQ, featuring an open air, traditional holiday buffet meal including pulled pork, BBQ smoked chicken, burgers, hot dogs and more! Admission $60 and up.

Philadelphia’s Tri-State Labor Day Festival
Monday Sept. 4th
8:30am – 2pm
Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing
Phila., PA

Enjoy the annual Tri-State Labor Day Festival this Monday Sept. 4th. The 30th Annual Parade begins at Columbus Blvd. & Market St. at 10am. After, the festival features kids’ activities include live music, kids activities, make-and-take crafts and food.

Polish-American Family Festival and Country Fair 
Sat. Sept. 2nd – Mon. Sept. 4th
11am – 7pm
National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa
654 Ferry Rd.
Doylestown, PA

Celebrate Polish culture, heritage and traditions with food, games, rides, crafts and entertainment at the annual Polish-American Family Festival and Country Fair this weekend in Doylestown, PA.

Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest
Friday Sept. 1 – Monday Sept. 4
Blue Cross RiverRink
101 S. Columbus Blvd.
Phila., PA

It’s the final weekend of Blue Cross River Rink Summerfest so be sure to head down to the Delaware River to enjoy outdoor roller skating, mini-golf, an urban beach lounge, and much more! Endless summer special is just $10 for skating, skate rental and one round of mini-golf. Don’t miss it!

Labor Day Fireworks on the Delaware River
Sunday Sept. 3
8pm
Delaware River
Philadelphia, PA

Enjoy a grand fireworks show along the Delaware River this Sunday Sept. 3rd. Watch outside the Independence Seaport Museum. The museum will open up its second-floor terrace and third-story rotunda balcony, where guests can enjoy live music and refreshments in addition to the evening’s colorful display set to sweep the skies at 9:30 p.m. Or just watch along the Delaware River waterfront viewing areas for a spectacular night time show.

It’s the last weekend in August so get out to enjoy some end of summer fun. There’s lots to do in and around Philly this weekend from festivals, wizard hunts, and so much more!

Tomato Celebration
Saturday Aug. 26
Linvilla Orchards
137 Knowlton Road
Media, PA

Enjoy the annual Tomato Celebration at Linvilla Orchards this Saturday Aug. 26th. The festival, hosted by Silly Joe, will feature costumed characters, a performance by  Trinidad Steel Band, a “tomato talk” and U-pick fruits and vegetables. Free.

Country Fest 
Saturday Aug. 26
Elmwood Park Zoo
1661 Harding Blvd.
Norristown, PA

Don your cowboy boots and hat for country-themed activities and fun at Elmwood Park Zoo this Saturday Aug. 26 at Country Fest. Spend the afternoon at the in-house bar, Zoo Brew, as 92.5 XTU broadcasts live from 1-4pm with host Andie Summers. Enjoy entertainment and refreshments, and don’t leave without your turn on the mechanical bull! Adults $16.95, adults; $12.95, kids.

Food Truck Festival
Saturday Aug. 26
12pm – 5pm
Franklin Square
6th & Race St.
Philadelphia, PA

Don’t miss the Food Truck Festival at Franklin Square this Sat. Aug. 26th from 12pm-5pm. Receive one drink ticket and one voting ticket for the truck of your choice. Food trucks include The Cow and the Curd, Philly Fry, Little Baby’s Ice Cream, Bonjour Creperie, and Loco Gringo Taco. $10. Food purchases and activities separate.

Watson Adventures’ Wizard School Scavenger Hunt 
Saturday Aug. 26th
Philadelphia Museum of Art
2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy.
Phila., PA

Follow in the footsteps of young wizards on a field trip in search of art that echoes characters, places and enchanted objects in the famed Harry Potter books and movies at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. The Watson Adventures’ Wizard School Scavenger Hunt hunt is designed for kids and adults to do together. Kids must be accompanied by an adult. Price includes museum admission for ages 13 and up. Advance purchase is required. $15-$30

Chocolate and Vanilla Celebration
Saturday Aug. 26 – Sunday Aug. 27
1-4pm
Camden Children’s Garden
3 Riverside Dr.
Camden, NJ

Head to the Camden Children’s Garden for a delicious daytime event dedicated to two of nature’s most flavorful plants. Vote for you favorite ice cream flavor, and take a tropical smell test.  Enjoy crafts and fun educational activities and more. $9.

Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest
Friday Aug 25. – Sunday Aug 27.
Blue Cross RiverRink
101 S. Columbus Blvd.
Phila., PA

Blue Cross River Rink Summerfest is only open for one more week through Labor Day so be sure to head down to the Delaware River to enjoy outdoor roller skating, mini-golf, an urban beach lounge, and much more! Endless summer special is just $10 for skating, skate rental and one round of mini-golf.

Puppy Yoga
Sunday Aug. 27th
10:00 – 11:00 am
XFINITY Live!
1100 Social
1100 Pattison Ave
Philadelphia, PA

It’s time for some Puppy Yoga at XFINITY Live! on Sunday Aug. 27th. The event benefits Pennsylvania SPCA; donations are encouraged! You could even find your new furry best friend – dogs from Pennsylvania SPCA will be available for adoption. All yoga participants receive one complimentary beverage after class. Bring your own mat. Doors are 9:30am, while class runs 10-11am. FREE Parking in the XFINITY Live! Valet Lot off 11 St.

Philadelphia Obon Festival 
Sunday Aug. 27
11am – 4pm
Shofuso Japanese House and Garden
Lansdowne Drive & Horticultural Drive
Philadelphia, PA

Obon is a traditional Japanese holiday that celebrates and remembers one’s ancestors, including local dances called “bon odori.” The Philadelphia Obon Festival will include the eponymous dances, taiko drumming by Kyo Daiko, tea ceremony demonstrations, traditional games and arts & crafts. Visitors will also enjoy a flea market and gift shop with traditional and contemporary Japanese goods and gifts. Poi Dog will be on hand selling Japanese Hawaiian fare.  Free.

Super Solar Saturday 
Saturday Aug. 19
12:30pm – 9pm
The Mann

For one full day on Saturday Aug. 19th the Mann campus will be transformed into a space-themed park for Super Solar Saturday with space-inspired face painting, hands-on science experiments, global performances on four stages, roving life-sized Star Wars™ characters and more! Picnics welcome. Entrance is free. 

Collingswood Craft and Fine Arts Festival
Saturday Aug. 19 – Sunday Aug. 20
10am – 7pm
Haddon Avenue
Collingswood, NJ

The Collingswood Craft and Fine Arts Festival features 160+ craft and fine artists selected for the quality and variety of their latest work. Offering contemporary designs in wood, glass, clay, metal and fiber, the artists will be on site to discuss these works and share their passion for creating them.

Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest
Friday Aug 18 – Sunday Aug 20
Blue Cross RiverRink
101 S. Columbus Blvd.
Phila., PA

Blue Cross River Rink Summerfest continues this summer weekend as Philly families head down to the river to enjoy outdoor roller skating, mini-golf, an urban beach lounge, and much more! $3 admission for skating, $10 skate rental.

Weekend Fun at The Oval  
Friday Aug 18 – Sunday Aug 20
Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA

Head out to The Oval at the base of the Ben Franklin Parkway this weekend for weekend family fun. And families will enjoy Saturday Stories on Saturday Aug 19th from 11am-12:30pm where The Free Library’s talented storytellers will spin tall tales and wild adventures. This interactive story session will keep children, adults, and families engaged. Free.

Caribbean Festival
Sunday Aug. 20
12 Noon – 8pm
Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing
Philadelphia, PA

The 31st Annual Caribbean Festival, part of the PECO Multicultural Series, takes places this Sunday Aug. 20th from 12Noon – 8pm. Enjoy live music, dancing, food and celebrate Caribbean culture and traditions on the Delaware River at the Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing. Free entrance.

Grist Mill Day
Sunday Aug. 20
1-4pm
Morrs Arboretum, Bloomfield Farm
100 E. Northwestern Ave.
Phila., PA

The arboretum’s Historic Springfield Mills is restored and stone-grinding corn for meal and flour with Grist Mill Day demonstrations on the third Sunday of this summer. Explore revolutionary technology, local history and a scenic setting along  Wissahickon Creek. Free.

4-H Sumer Fair 
Saturday Aug. 12
8:30am – 4pm
Farm and Education Center at Garrett-Williamson Foundation
395 Bishop Hollow Rd.
Newtown Square, PA

Celebrate with 4-H at the annual Delaware County 4-H Summer Fair, August 11-12th! The 4-H Fair draws local families to the 4-H Farm for a series of activities, contests, displays, pony and hay rides, and animal showing. The fair also serves as a showcase for 4-H youth to present their completed projects from the past year. Free.

Festival of India
Saturday Aug. 12
1-6pm
Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing
101 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd
Phila., PA

The annual Festival of India hosted by the Council of Indian Organizations of Greater Philadelphia celebrates India’s Independence Day while highlighting the vibrant Indian American community. Now in its 21st year, the event is a colorful panorama of art, music, dance and cuisine. Free.

Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest
Friday Aug 11 – Sunday Aug 13
Blue Cross RiverRink
101 S. Columbus Blvd.
Phila., PA

Blue Cross River Rink Summerfest continues this summer weekend as Philly families head down to the river to enjoy outdoor roller skating, mini-golf, an urban beach lounge, and much more! $3 admission for skating, $10 skate rental.

Bug Fest 
Saturday Aug. 12 – Sunday Aug. 13
10am – 5pm
Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University
1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy.
Phila., PA

Head to the annual Bug Fest at the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University this weekend Sat. Aug. 12th and Sunday Aug. 13th  for the annual celebration of insects! Enjoy new activities and shows plus revisit some old favorites—back by popular demand. Talk with real scientists, learn about insects from all over the world, and see specimens from the Academy’s behind-the-scenes collections. Eat bugs, get your face painted, and relax as you enjoy a buggy show. Adults $17.95, children $13.95, under 3 free.

Peach, Princess, and Pirate Festival 
Saturday Aug. 12 – Sunday Aug 13
Camden Children’s Garden
3 Riverside Dr.
Camden, NJ

Join the party for this favorite summer fruit with crafts, a planting activity, and a treasure hunt at the Camden Children’s Garden this weekend for the Peach, Princess, and Pirate Festival. Children are encouraged to dress in their favorite Princess or Pirate costume and join us for some themed crafts! Free with admission, $9.

Weekend Fun at The Oval  
Friday Aug 11 – Sunday Aug 13
Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA

Head out to The Oval at the base of the Ben Franklin Parkway this weekend for weekend family fun. And families will enjoy Saturday Stories on Saturday Aug 11th from 11am-12:30pm where The Free Library’s talented storytellers will spin tall tales and wild adventures. This interactive story session will keep children, adults, and families engaged. Free.

PECO Family Jams: Cardboard Creatures
Sunday Aug. 13
Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens
1020 South Street
Philadelphia, PA

Head to PECO Family Jams this Sunday Aug. 13th at Philadelphia Magic Gardens. Brent Brown uses cardboard and acrylic paints to create unique sculptural puppets influenced by mythical creatures and pop culture. His work is currently on display at Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens in the special exhibition Dazzling Places and Wild Creatures. Assemble and decorate your own creative cardboard creature. Family-friendly tours will be held at 1pm and 3pm to learn more about the venue and its creator, Isaiah Zagar. Free with admission. $10/adults, $5 ages 6-12, free for 5 and under.

Did you know that today, Thursday August 10th is National S’mores Day? There is no better way to celebrate than with your favorite Girl Scout! In my house, we have two Girl Scouts and as a former Girl Scout myself (and a troop co-leader now) I’m proud that my daughters carry on the tradition and are enjoying being scouts themselves! So, today we’re celebrating National S’mores Day by making S’mores right here at home – yum!

The Girl Scouts of Eastern PA is also celebrating National S’mores Day today with the announcement that it is bringing back the popular Girl Scout S’mores cookie during the 2018 cookie season this year! Last year, the Girl Scout S’mores cookie quickly became the most popular flavor to launch in the 100 years of Girl Scouts selling cookies! If you weren’t lucky enough to try one last season, the Girl Scout S’mores cookie is a crispy graham cookie double dipped in a creme icing and wrapped in a delicious chocolately coating. This clever take on the time honored tradition of the time honored campfire treat is vegan, free of artificial colors, preservatives, and partially hydrogenated oils and is oh so good!

It was definitely my favorite Girl Scout cookie last season and I can’t wait to get my hands on a box this year again, too! The Girl Scout S’more cookie will join classic favorites like Thin Mints, Caramel deLites and Shortbread rounding out the 2018 lineup of delicious Girl Scout cookies for sale during cookie season starting in January 2018.

And did you know that the first-known recorded version of a s’mores recipe can be found in an official Girl Scout publication from 1927. The recipe is credited to Loretta Scott Crew, a troop leader who reportedly made them by the campfire for Girl Scouts. Cool, huh?

The tradition of making and enjoying s’mores in the outdoors was popularized by Girl Scouts as early as 1920’s, portraying Girl Scouts’ longstanding commitment to all the outdoors has to offer girls. In fact, it is reported by the Girl Scouts Research Institute that there’s a positive correlation between outdoor experiences and girls’ understanding of their leadership potential. Check out the full report More Than S’mores to learn more about the positive impact of outdoor experiences on girls.

Girl Scouts in the Philadelphia area are able to do incredible things thanks to their cookie earnings each year. Because 100% of the net revenue of cookie sale goes to local scouts, each and every purchase of Girl Scouts cookies in an investment in girls and their leadership capabilities, both now and in the future.

To learn more about Girl Scout S’mores cookie, the Girl Scout Cookie Program, or to find out where Girl Scouts will be selling cookies near you this season, visit www.girlscoutcookies.org. To get more info on any of the numerous opportunities to join and get involved this year visit www.girlscoutcookies.org/join.

Disclosure: This post was created in partnership with Girl Scouts of Eastern PA to share information about National S’mores Day and Girls Scouts Cookies. As always, all opinions expressed about Girls Scouts being an incredible experience for young girls and supporting investment in girls and their leadership capabilities through Girl Scout Cookies sales are our own! 

Lots to do this August weekend in Philly with festivals and fun for the whole family! Get out and enjoy all there is to do with your littles this weekend in and around Philly.

In the Good Old Summertime Festival
Saturday Aug. 5
11am – 3pm
Pennypacker Mills
5 Haldeman Road
Schwenksville, PA

Enjoy an old-fashioned summer day at Pennypacker Mills this Sat. Aug. 5th, where you can play Victorian lawn games, try on vintage clothing for a photo opportunity, visit the General Store for hands-on fun, see interactive exhibits in the History Center, tour the air conditioned mansion and browse a vintage car show with the Delaware Valley Classic MG Car Club. Suggested donation $2.

Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest
Friday Aug 4 – Sunday Aug 6
Blue Cross RiverRink
101 S. Columbus Blvd.
Phila., PA

Blue Cross River Rink Summerfest continues this summer weekend as Philly families head down to the river to enjoy outdoor roller skating, mini-golf, an urban beach lounge, and much more! $3 admission for skating, $10 skate rental.

Weekend Fun at The Oval  
Friday Aug 4 – Sunday Aug 6
12pm – 4pm
Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA

Head out to The Oval at the base of the Ben Franklin Parkway this weekend for weekend family fun. And families will enjoy Saturday Stories on Saturday Aug 5th from 11am-12:30pm where The Free Library’s talented storytellers will spin tall tales and wild adventures. This interactive story session will keep children, adults, and families engaged. Then on Sunday July 30th families will enjoy Let’s Rock Recess from 2-7pm with a kids DJ dance party. Free.

2nd Street Festival 
Sunday Aug 6
Noon – 10pm
North 2nd Street
Philadelphia, PA

Don’t miss the 9th annual 2nd Street Festival in NOrthern Liberties along North 2nd Street between Spring Garden and Germantown Ave this Sunday Aug. 6th starting at Noon. This free street festival features live music, food trucks, street performers, hand made items for sale, and lots more. Free.

Family Festival & Pay What You Wish Sunday
Sunday Aug 6
Philadelphia Museum of Art
2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy.
Phila., PA

Head to the Philadelphia Museum of Art for Pay What You Wish admission on Sunday Aug 6 and the Move Like an Animal Family Festival. Slither, crawl, or hop to movement workshops led by Almanac Dance Circus Theatre. Sketch and pose like an animal with Dr Sketchy’s Anti-Art School. Pay what you wish.

Acana African Festival 
Sunday Aug. 6
2-8pm
Great Plaza
Penn’s Landing
Philadelphia, PA

Enjoy the Acana African Festival this Sunday Aug. 6th from 2-8pm on Penn’s Landing. Part of the PECO Multicultural Series, the festival is a celebration of Africa with unique vendors, food, music, dance and more. Admission free.

Hooray for the weekend!! While the forecast might be a little soggy (for Saturday at least) there is still plenty of fun to be had in and around Philly this last weekend in July so grab your umbrella and head out to enjoy one of these family friendly fun events!

Ice Cream Scoop Festival
Saturday July 29th
10am – 4pm
Reading Terminal Market
51 N 12th St,
Phila., PA

Celebrate Philly’s rich ice cream heritage during this first-ever Ice Cream Schoop Festival at Reading Terminal Market this Sat. July 29th from 10am – 4pm. Enjoy sweet treats from Franklin Fountain, Little Baby’s Ice Cream, Lil’ Pop Shop, Zsa’s Ice Cream, and more serving up the sweetest treats around. There’ll also be an ice cream eating contest, photo booth, ice cream shuffleboard, and a variety of arts and crafts. Families are invited to make their own sprinkles necklace, ice cream magnets, enjoy coloring and get their faces painted. Free.

Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest
Friday July 28th – Sunday July 30th
Blue Cross RiverRink
101 S. Columbus Blvd.
Phila., PA

Blue Cross River Rink Summerfest continues this summer weekend as Philly families head down to the river to enjoy outdoor roller skating, mini-golf, an urban beach lounge, and much more! $3 admission for skating, $10 skate rental.

Weekend Fun at The Oval  
Friday July 28th – Sunday July 30th
12pm – 4pm
Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA

Head out to The Oval at the base of the Ben Franklin Parkway this weekend for weekend family fun. And families will enjoy Saturday Stories on Saturday July 29th from 11am-12:30pm where The Free Library’s talented storytellers will spin tall tales and wild adventures. This interactive story session will keep children, adults, and families engaged. Then on Sunday July 30th families will enjoy Let’s Rock Recess from 2-7pm with a kids DJ dance party. Free.

Dino-mite Family Fun Night
Saturday July 29th
The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University
1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy.
Philadelphia, PA

Treat the whole family to a super fun summer evening picnic at Dino-Mite Family Fun Night at the Academy of Natural Sciences. Check out the special exhibit, Backyard Adventures, where you can experience the magic of a backyard world. Ride the bee bike, play mini golf, build in the tool shed, see the world through your dog’s eyes, grow pumpkins, calculate your throwing speed, and solve puzzles. Throughout the night, try your hand at bocce, experiment with baggo, play virtual sports, make a craft, and compete in a scavenger hunt. Check out live animals enjoying barbeques and pool parties. Then chat with real scientists and explore their crazy collections. When you’ve worked up your appetite, settle down in front of your favorite diorama to enjoy a picnic (BYO food OR save time by pre-purchasing* from the Academy). Cost: $20; $15, members. Picnic food for pre-purchase.

Jazz Age on the Delaware
Sunday July 30th
Glen Foerd on the Delaware
5001 Grant Ave.
Philadelphia, PA

Break out your best period attire and enjoy this swanky Jazz Age on the Delaware celebration at Glen Foerd on the Delaware this Sunday July 30th (moved from Saturday July 29th due to rain). Guests can look forward to a full day of exciting events including 1920’s music, dancing, mansion tours, lawn games, antique automobile displays, entertainment, great photo opps, and much more! General admission $48. Children 12 and under free.

12th Annual East Passayunk Car Show and Street Festival 
Sunday July 30th
11am – 4pm
East Passyunk Avenue (Broad to Dickinson Sts.)
Philadelphia, PA

Head to the 12th Annual East Passayunk Car Show and Street Festival on Sunday July 30th. More than 140 antique, show, muscle and custom cars, trucks and motorcycles will be lined up between Broad and Dickinson streets. The street festival will feature live music, a moon bounce & kids entertainment, the Bang! Boom! CRAFT! Show at the Fountain, street food & drinks + over 140 antique, show, classic and custom cars, trucks and motorcycles! $20 fee for participating cars, FREE for attendees.

XPN Kids Corner Weekend
Saturday July 29th – Sunday July 30th
11:30am – 6pm
Camden Children’s Garden
3 Riverside Dr.
Camden, NJ

Join WXPN Kids’ Corner host Kathy O’Connell, librarian Joe Milton, “Science Guy” Mike Weilbacher and others at The Kids Corner Garden kids’ hub of the XPoNential Music Festival this Saturday July 29th and Sunday July 30th. $9; $6, city residents with ID.

Did you know today, Wednesday July 26th, is McDelivery Global Delivery Day? To celebrate, McDonald’s is celebrating this new partnership with UberEats by offering The McDelivery Collection, a custom collection of home goods and merchandise to help create the ultimate experience for ordering McDonald’s right to your door.

Stylist Johnny Wujeck has partnered with McDonald’s to design this super fun the McDelivery Collection featuring unique items such as a Big Mac onesie to World Famous French Fries sandals available TODAY ONLY when you order McDonald’s deliver from participating restaurants using UberEats. Johnny has previously styled Katy Perry, Kate Mara and Kim Kardashian, and has appeared on America’s Next Top Model and HBO’s Girls. So fun, right!!?

Customers who order today will receive a surprise McDelivery Collection item FREE while supplies last when placing a McDelivery UberEats order from the following Greater Philadelphia Area McDonald’s restaurants:
– 710 Adams Ave.
– 2109 N. Broad St.
– 29 E. Chelten Ave.
– 3725 Aramingo Ave.
– 22 W. Girard Ave.
– 5020 City Line Ave.
– 914 S. Broad St.
– 52nd & Jefferson
– 1892 S. State Rd.

McDelivery on UberEats is now available at 97 restaurants in the Greater Philadelphia area. Customers can place an order through the UberEats mobile app or on UberEats.com simply using the same account used when taking Uber rides. UberEats lets you track your order as your UberEats delivery partners brings your meal directly to you! The entire McDonald’s menu is now available on UberEats with the exception of the soft serve ice cream cone. Please note, UberEats booking fee applies to each order.

UberEats McDelivery is just one way that McDonald’s is enhancing the customer experience through added convenience. Other cool new ways McDonald’s is transforming the customer experience include the addition of table service and digital menu boards as well as the roll out of mobile order and pay at its 14,000 restaurants later this year.

Giveaway:
And now, as part of the McCafe Moms Club Mom team we’ve partnered with McDonald’s to giveaway a $25 gift card to one lucky phillyfun4kids reader. Simply fill out the easy form below to enter. Giveaway runs July 26, 2017 through July 31, 2017. One winner will be selected randomly to receive the gift card. Open to US residents only.

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Disclaimer: As a McCafe Moms Club Mom I was provided with promotional items to help promote McDelivery Global Delivery Day on July 26, 2017. As always, all opinions expressed about the convenience of getting McDonald’s delivered at home through the new partnership with UberEats being awesome are our own.