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Weekend Phillyfun Picks: March 28-30

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Last weekend of March already? Where did this month go? Lots of fun to be had this weekend in and around Philly including Sound All Around with The Philadelphia Orchestra, the final weekend of Dinosaurs Unearthed at the Academy of Natural Sciences, and much more!

Family Fun Fishing Derby 
Saturday March 29th 
Linvilla Orchards
598 Linvil Road
Media, PA

Make memories with the kids as you help them reel in their first catch at the Family Fun Fishing Derby at Linvilla Orchards this Saturday March 29th from 9am – 2pm. Orchard Lake will be stocked with over 1,000 trout so everyone will have a great fishing day. $19.99 per fisher.

Sound All Around: Ensemble 
Saturday March 29th
10am
Academy of Music Ballroom
240 S. Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA

The Philadelphia Orchestra presents Sound All Around: Ensemble on Saturday March 29th at 10am. This interactive program gives children the opportunity to interact with members of The Philadelphia Orchestra and award-winning storyteller Charlotte Blake Alston as they learn about ensembles and move to the music while pretending to plan and instrument and examining real instruments up close. The Sound All Around concerts are 45 minutes in length and are a great way for kids and families to have fun with music. Tickets $10.

FORE The Planet Indoor Mini Golf 
Friday March 28th – Sunday March 30th
Linvilla Orchards
137 W. Knowlton Road
Media PA

Linvilla Orchards indoor mini-golf attraction FORE! The Planet Indoor Mini Golf continues this weekend Friday March 28th through Sunday March 30th offering 18 holes of serious fun. This highly interactive and playful exhibit is open daily from 9am – 5pm and features info on environmental issues paired with the kid favorite fun of mini-golf. $6.95 for ages 11 and older. $4.95 for ages 10 and under.

Dinosaurs Unearthed 
Saturday March 29th – Sunday March 30th
The Academy of Natural Sciences
1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA

Don’t miss the final weekend of the Dinosaurs Unearthed exhibit at the Academy of Natural Sciences this Saturday March 29th through Sunday March 30th. Families will enjoy roaring, moving, life-size animatronic dinosaurs inside the Academy of Natural Sciences in this multi-sensory experience for dino lovers of all ages. $3 for members, $5 for non-members plus general admission to the museum ($15 for adults, $13 for kids under 13).

Free Admission on Sunday Mornings 
Sunday March 30th 
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 March 30th. Free.

Pinkalicious, the Musical 
Walnut Street Theater
825 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA

Pink, I said! Pink Pink Pink! Pinkalicous, the Musical is now running at the Walnut Street Theater starting Saturday March 29th with shows at 10:30am and 3:30pm. Children will love the live musical version of this modern classic by Elizabeth & Victoria Kann about the little girl who turned pink and how she got her color back by swearing off the pink cupcakes (at least for now!). Tickets $20.25.

Weekend Philly Fun Picks: March 21-23

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Hooray for spring! It’s finally here and while there are rumors that we might not be fully done with winter weather yet at least there is real hope for sunshine and warm days to come! Enjoy these great indoor and outdoor events for the whole family in Philly this weekend including the arrival of the Easter Bunny, a celebration of the Swedish tradition of waffles, Macy’s Family Fun Day and lots more!

Easter Bunny Arrival
Saturday March 22
The Easter Bunny arrives for his annual spring meet and greet and photo experience at many area malls this weekend including:
Lehigh Valley Mall – 250 Lehigh Valley Mall, Whitehall, PA
Montgomery Mall – 230 Montgomery Mall, North Wales, PA

Peanut Butter and Jams Presents Uno, Dos, Tres Con Andres! 
Saturday March 22nd
World Café Live
3025 Walnut St.
Phila. PA

Peanut Butter and Jams presents Uno, Dos, Tres Con Andres! this Saturday March 22nd at 11:30am at the World Café Live. Amigos of all ages will sing, shake and sound out rhythms while learning Latin dance moves and practicing Spanish words. Kids can dance to La Bamba, the Mambo and other fun favorites while having a blast learning Spanish too! Tickets $10 for children and adults Show starts at 11:30, doors at 11am.

Macy’s Family Fun Day 
Black “Sheroes” African American Museum of Philadelphia
Saturday March 22nd
10am – 5pm
701 Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA

Celebrate Women’s History Month at the African American Museum of Philadelphia this Saturday March 22nd from 10am – 5pm by coming out for Macy’s Family Fun Day honoring Black Sheroes – black women in history who have made significant contributions to the city, nation, and the world. Families will enjoy hands-on exhibits, arts and crafts, storytelling and lots more. Free with museum admission. $14 for adults, $10 for kids ages 4-12.

Sugarloaf Crafts Festival 
Friday March 21st – Sunday March 23rd 
Greater Philadelphia Expo Center
100 Station Ave.
Oaks, PA

The Sugarloaf Crafts Festival returns to Philadelphia at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center this Friday March 21st – Sunday March 23rd. Check out hundreds of artisans and crafts on display and for purchase at one of the top craft experiences in the country. Plus, children will enjoy costumes and storytelling with Middle Earth Studios all three days of the festival. Tickets $10 at the door (good all three days.) Children ages 12 and under free. Get a $2 off coupon when you buy tix online.

Gustafer Yellowgold Show
Saturday March 22nd
2pm
The Colonial Theater
227 Bridge Street
Phoenixville PA

Enjoy the music and entertainment of Gustafer Yellowgold at The Colonial Theater in Phoenixville on Saturday March 22nd at 2pm. This absurdly funny and touching multi-media concert of songs, stories and more are performed by Morgan Taylor. Tickets $6.50.

Seussology
Saturday March 22nd
2-2:45pm
Phoenixville Public Library
183 Second Ave
Phoenixville, PA

Kids ages 3 and up and their families will enjoy Seussology at the Phoenixville Public Library on Saturday March 22nd from 2-2:45pm. This free lively and interactive program by Currier’s Magical Mania hosted by everyone’s favorite silly cat with the tall hat who loves causing mischief. Kids can do the Foot Book Dance, test their “Seuss knowledge” and meet Thing 3 during this fun lively free show.

FORE The Planet Indoor Mini Golf 
Friday March 21st – Sunday March 23rd
Linvilla Orchards
137 W. Knowlton Road
Media PA

Linvilla Orchards indoor mini-golf attraction “FORE! The Planet Indoor Mini Golf” continues this weekend Friday March 21st through Sunday March 23rd offering 18 holes of serious fun. This highly interactive and playful exhibit is open daily from 9am – 5pm and features info on environmental issues paired with the kid favorite fun of mini-golf. $6.95 for ages 11 and older. $4.95 for ages 10 and under.

Dinosaurs Unearthed
Friday March 21st – Sunday March 23rd
The Academy of Natural Sciences
1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA

The Dinosaurs Unearthed exhibit continues at the Academy of Natural Sciences this Saturday March 22nd through Sunday March 23rd. Guests enjoy roaring, moving, life-size animatronic dinosaurs inside the Academy of Natural Sciences in this multi-sensory experience for dino lovers of all ages. $3 for members, $5 for non-members plus general admission to the museum ($15 for adults, $13 for kids under 13).

Free Admission on Sunday Mornings 
Sunday March 23rd
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 March 23rd between 9:30am – 12pm. Free.

Waffle Day
Sunday March 23rd
11am – 2pm
American Swedish Historical Museum 
1900 Pattison Ave
Philadelphia, PA

Come out for the annual Waffle Day at the American Swedish Historical Museum on Sunday March 23rd from 11am – 2pm. Learn about the Swedish tradition of eating waffles every March at the end of the month by enjoying some delicious Swedish waffles served with whipped cream and strawberry jam and coffee for the adults. Includes admission to the museum and Pippi Longstocking programming in honor of the opening of Do You Know Pippi Longstocking? $10 for adults, $6 children ages 2-12 Free for children under 2.

6th Annual Get Your Rear In Gear 
Sunday March 23rd
Philadelphia Event Memorial Hall
Fairmount Park
4231 Avenue of the Republic
Philadelphia, PA

The 6th Annual Get Your Rear in Gear event takes place this Sunday March 23rd starting at Memorial Hall in Fairmount park. All ages can take part in this awareness event to help raise funds for colon cancer awareness efforts in the Philadelphia region. There will be a 4 mile run, 2 mile walk and kids fun run so lots of great time outdoors for a good cause for all ages. Race day registration is $32 for 4 mile run and 2 mile walk and $15 for kids fun run.

Weekend Phillyfun Picks: February 21st – 23rd

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It’s a weekend to celebrate cultures including African-American culture and Irish culture, too. Plus try your hand at maple sugaring and enjoy an all you can eat pancake breakfast or learn to be a conductor! There’s lots underway for families to enjoy in Philly this weekend!

Pancake Breakfast and Maple Sugaring Celebration 
Saturday February 22nd
8am – 1pm
Tyler Arboretum
515 Painter Road
Media, PA

Saturday February 22nd is the annual Pancake Breakfast and Maple Sugaring Celebration at Tyler Arboretum from 8am – 1pm. Bundle up and head out with the whole family to learn all about how sap is turned into syrup and then take turns tapping a tree. Afterwards enjoy the fruits of your labors in the historic Barn with a hot all-you-can-eat pancake and sausage breakfast. Adults $12, children ages 3-12 $6 , under three free.

Quest for Freedom 
Saturday February 22nd
2-3:30pm
Philadelphia History Museum at the Atwater Kent
15 S. 7th Street
Philadelphia, PA

Explore the anti-slavery and Underground Railroad movements in Philadelphia with stories and exploration of documents and objects found in the museums on Saturday February 22nd from 2-3:30pm at the Philadelphia History Museum at the Atwater Kent. $10 for adults, free for kids 12 and under.

Disney Frozen Sing-Along Area Theaters
Area Theaters

Disney’s smash hit two-time Oscar nominated Frozen continues in theaters in its new Frozen Sing-Along format this Friday February 21st through Sunday February 23rd. Kids of all ages can “Let it Go” and sing along to the bouncing snowflake. Should be a fantastic time for families! Check website for theaters, showtimes and tickets. 

Irish Festival 
Saturday February 22nd – Sunday February 23rd
11am – 3pm
Garden State Discovery Museum
2040 Springdale Road Suite 100
Cherry Hill, NJ

Head to the Garden State Discovery Museum for the Irish Festival happening Saturday February 22nd and Sunday February 23rd from 11am – 3pm as part of the Passport to Discovery 2014 program. Enjoy traditional Irish music and dance and a celebration of Irish culture and people. Free with admission $10.95+ tax for adults and children 12 months and over. 

Philadelphia Freedom Festival Community Jubilee “Let Freedom Sing” 
Saturday February 22nd
2-4pm
Mother Betehel African Methodist Episcopal Church
419 S. 6th Street
Philadelphia, PA

Don’t miss this free community Let Freedom Sing jubilee happening on Saturday February 22nd from 2-4pm presented by The Mann Center for the Performing Arts to commemorate the life and legacy of Octavius V. Catto. The event will feature invited ministers and their choirs for an afternoon of praise and workshop. Refreshments will be served after the event during a Meet & Greet with the Ministers. Free.

Ice Skating at the Piazza 
Friday February 21st – Sunday February 23rd 
The Piazza at Schmidt’s
1001 N. 2nd Street
Philadelphia, PA

It’s the final weekend to enjoy “ice-skating” at Skate, the pop-up skating rink at the Piazza at Schmidt’s, this weekend at The Piazza at Schmidt’s running Friday February 21st – Sunday February 23rd from 11am – 9pm. $5 per adult, $3 per child, $1 skate rental. Don’t miss Family Day on Sunday February 16th with free admission for kids, too!

FORE The Planet Indoor Mini Golf 
Friday February 21st – Sunday February 23rd 
Linvilla Orchards
137 W. Knowlton Road
Media PA

Linvilla Orchards indoor mini-golf attraction FORE! The Planet Indoor Mini Golf continues this weekend Friday February 21st through Sunday February 23rd offering 18 holes of serious fun. This highly interactive and playful exhibit is open daily from 9am – 5pm and features info on environmental issues paired with the kid favorite fun of mini-golf. $6.95 for ages 11 and older. $4.95 for ages 10 and under.

Dinosaurs Unearthed
Friday February 21st – Sunday February 23rd
The Academy of Natural Sciences
1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA

The Dinosaurs Unearthed exhibit continues at the Academy of Natural Sciences this Saturday February 22nd through Sunday February 23rd. Guests enjoy roaring, moving, life-size animatronic dinosaurs inside the Academy of Natural Sciences in this multi-sensory experience for dino lovers of all ages. $3 for members, $5 for non-members plus general admission to the museum ($15 for adults, $13 for kids under 13).

Free Admission on Sunday Mornings 
Sunday February 23rd
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 February 23rd between 9:30am – 12pm. Free.

Curtis Family Concerts Presents Introduction to Composition and Conducting 
Sunday February 23rd
2pm and 4pm
Gould Rehearsal Hall
1616 Locust Street
Philadelphia, PA

Families will enjoy the next Curtis Family Concert on Sunday February 23rd at 2pm and 4pm. Kids will learn about how music is written and what a conductors does plus get to try being composters and conductors themselves with this interactive introduction to classical music. Tickets are $5 for adults and free for children 12 and under (but best enjoyed by children ages 5 and up).

President’s Day Weekend Phillyfun Picks: Feb. 14 – Feb. 17

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It’s a perfect trifecta of Valentine’s Day, President’s Day and an extra day off from school so get out and enjoy all that Philly has to offer families this long holiday weekend. There’s everything from Valentine’s Dance parties to lovable animal fun and free admission to all national parks all weekend long, too!

Tweetheart Social
Friday February 14th
4-6pm
Nest Philly
1301 Locus Street
Philadelphia, PA

Don’t miss the 3rd Annual Tweetheart Social happening this Friday February 14th from 4-6pm at Nest Philly. Families will have a blast together at this special Valentine’s Day soiree featuring heart shaped pizza for the kids, Wolf Street Catering and wine and bear foo the adults, a Valentine’s dance party, make and take Valentine’s crafts, a Kissing Booth and of course plenty of play in the playspace! Tickets $45 per family ($40 for members). All proceeds benefit CHOP.

Free Entrance to All National Parks
Saturday February 15th – Monday February 17th
National Parks Across the region

Celebrate the connections between our country’s leaders and the national parks by visiting any US National Park free during President’s Day Weekend Saturday February 15th – Monday February 17th. National parks in our region include the Independence National Historical Park, Benjamin Franklin National Memorial, Egdar Allen Poe National Historic Site and others. Check website for full list of parks and hours.

Paleopalooza
Saturday February 15th – Sunday February 16th
The Academy of Natural Sciences
1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA

Get your fossil on at the ever popular annual Paleopalooza happening this weekend at The Academy of Natural Sciences. It’s a celebration of all things prehistoric with exciting and educational activities and games teaching kids about dinosaurs and more! Free with admission. Admission $15 for adults, $13 for children ages 3-12. Free for 2 and under.

My Fuzzy Valentine Lunch
Sesame Place
100 Sesame Road
Langhorne, PA

Treat your little Valentine’s to a very special lunch with their favorite furry friends at My Fuzzy Valentine Lunch at Sesame Place this Saturday Feb. 15th and Sunday Feb. 16th. Enjoy a delicious hot buffet lunch complete with a themed dessert and lots of quality time singing and dancing at this fun party with popular characters from Sesame Street. $27 for adults, $17 for children ages 2-9, infants under 23 months free but require a reservation.

Baby Loves Disco’s Annual Valentine’s Day Ball 
Saturday February 15th
11am
World Café Live
3025 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA http://babylovesdisco.com/

Get your groove on at the always-awesome Baby Loves Disco Annual Valentine’s Day Ball happening Saturday February 15th at World Café Live in Philadelphia starting at 11am. Kids and parents alike can dance their hearts out to a live DJ plus enjoy craft stations and snacks too. Tickets $14 per walking human.

Presidents Day Weekend at the National Constitution Center 
Friday February 14th – Monday February 17th
National Constitution Center
535 Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA

The National Constitution Center is free courtesy of TD Bank on Monday February 17th but the President’s Weekend Celebration lasts all weekend long. Learn about the role of the president and what it takes to be commander in chief plus children can create their own campaign buttons and presidential seals at craft stations. And visitors can enjoy a special tour of the museum’s main exhibition plus much more. Tickets $8-$14.50. Free admission on Monday February 17th.

Disney Frozen Sing-Along 
Friday February 14th – Sunday February 17th
Area Theaters

Disney’s smash hit two-time Oscar nominated Frozen continues in local theaters in its new Sing-Along format this Friday February 14th through Sunday February 16th. Kids of all ages can “Let it Go” and sing along to the bouncing snowflake. Should be a fantastic time for families! Check website for theaters, showtimes and tickets.

Kiss & Tail 
Saturday February 15th
1pm
Elmwood Park Zoo
1661 Harding Blvd.
Norristown, PA

It’s a Valentine’s Celebration at Kiss and Tail at the Elmwood Park Zoo this Saturday February 15th at 1pm with crafts, dancing, animal enrichment and more. Free with Zoo admission (Winter Zoo admission is $7 for adults, $5 for children).

Ice Skating at the Piazza 
Friday February 14th – Sunday February 17th
The Piazza at Schmidt’s
1001 N. 2nd Street
Philadelphia, PA

The frozen fun continues at Skate, the pop-up skating rink in Philly, this weekend at The Piazza at Schmidt’s running Friday February 14th – Monday February 17th from 11am – 9pm. $5 per adult, $3 per child, $1 skate rental. Don’t miss Family Day on Sunday February 16th with free admission for kids, too!

That’s Amore Italian Style Valentine’s Celebration 
Saturday February 15th – Sunday February 16th
11am – 3pm
Garden State Discovery Museum
2040 Springdale Road
Cherry Hill, NJ

Celebrate love Italian style with Garden State Discovery Museum’s That’s Amore event this Saturday February 15th and Sunday February 16th from 11am – 3pm. Enjoy crafts, dances and activities focusing on love and Italian culture, too. Free with Museum admission. $10.95 + tax for adults and children ages 12 months and over.

FORE The Planet 
Friday February 14th – Sunday February 17th
Indoor Mini Golf
Linvilla Orchards
137 W. Knowlton Road
Media PA

Linvilla Orchards indoor mini-golf attraction FORE! The Planet continues this weekend Friday February 14th through Monday February 17th offering 18 holes of serious fun. This highly interactive and playful exhibit is open daily from 9am – 5pm and features info on environmental issues paired with the kid favorite fun of mini-golf. $6.95 for ages 11 and older. $4.95 for ages 10 and under.

Dinosaurs Unearthed
Friday February 14th – Monday February 17th
The Academy of Natural Sciences
1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
 Philadelphia, PA

The Dinosaurs Unearthed exhibit continues at the Academy of Natural Sciences this Saturday February 15th through Monday February 17th. Guests enjoy roaring, moving, life-size animatronic dinosaurs inside the Academy of Natural Sciences in this multi-sensory experience for dino lovers of all ages. $3 for members, $5 for non-members plus general admission to the museum ($15 for adults, $13 for kids under 13).

Free Admission on Sunday Mornings
Sunday February 16th
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 February 16th between 9:30am – 12pm. Free.

Judy Schachner Book Reading Skippyjon Jones! 
Sunday Feb. 16th
1:30-3:30pm
Lansdowne Public Library
55 S. Lansdowne Ave
Lansdowne, PA

Join the Animal Friends of Lansdowne and the Lansdowne Library to celebrate Love Your Pet month with a special visit by popular children’s author, Judy Schachner, who will read from her Skippyjon Jones series. Kids will enjoy the book reading plus a visit and book signing with the author and books for purchase too. Proceeds to benefit Animal Friends of Lansdowne. Free.

School’s Out President’s Day Camp 
Monday February 17th
9am – 3:30pm
Wayne Art Center
413 Maplewood Ave
Wayne, PA

Kids in grades K-5 will enjoy the President’s Day Camp at Wayne Art Center this Monday February 17th from 9am – 3:30pm. Come in for a half day or full day’s worth of creative fun including trying a number of different art styles including paining, drawing, collage, crafts, and more! $45 for half-day $80 for full-day.

Kitten Party 
Monday February 17th
11:15am
Tredyffrin Public Library
582 Upper Gulph Rd.
Strafford, PA

Kitty cat lovers won’t want to miss the feline fun at the Kitten Party at Tredyffrin Public Library on Monday Feb. 17th at 11:15am. Children ages 3 and up are invited to enjoy a short play, mitten game and light refreshments as they practice their own meowing and ultimately help the kittens find their mittens. Free.

Washington’s Birthday Party
Monday February 17th
10am – 2pm
Valley Forge National Historic Park
1400 North Outer Line Drive
King of Prussia, PA

Head to Valley Forge National Historic Park on Monday February 17th from 10am – 2pm for a celebration of our country’s first president, George Washington. Join George and Mrs. Washington and the members of the Continental Army to celebrate his 282nd birthday with crafts, games, re-enactments and of course birthday cake!

MLK Weekend Phillyfun Picks: Jan 17 – Jan 20

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It’s a long holiday weekend with lots of Martin Luther King Jr. Day events and happenings for kids and families running through the holiday on Monday. And it’s our great city’s Founding Father’s 308th birthday so families can celebrate Ben, too. Plus the Philly Home Show is in town and there’s plenty more fun like mini golf, ice skating and much more!

Benjamin Franklin’s Birthday Celebration 
Friday January 17th – Sunday January 19th
Historic Philadelphia Center
6th & Chestnut St
Philadelphia, PA

Celebrate Philly’s famous Founding Father, Benjamin Franklin’s birthday all weekend long Friday January 17th – Sunday January 19th from 1-4pm at the Historic Philadelphia Center. Enjoy Ben in 3D at the Liberty 360 show, plus an appearance by Ben himself with storytelling, and other special activities for the whole family to celebrate Dr. Franklin’s 308th. $6 adults, $5 children 12 and under. $20 for a family 4 pack.

Ice Skating at the Piazza 
Friday January 17th – Monday January 20th
The Piazza at Schmidt’s
1001 N. 2nd Street
Philadelphia, PA

The fun, pop-up skating rink in Philly continues this weekend at The Piazza at Schmidt’s running Friday January 17th – Monday January 20th from 11am – 11pm. $5 per adult, $3 per child, $1 skate rental. Don’t miss Family Day on Sunday January 19th with free admission for kids, too!

Neon Pool Party
Sunday January 17th
Greater Plymouth Community Center
2910 Jolly Road
Plymouth Meeting, PA

It’s the return of the popular Neon Pool Party at the Greater Plymouth Community Center this Sunday January 19th at 4pm. Kids love the neon party favors and everyone can groove to the DJ beats pool side. Children ages 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. $10 per person, $30 per family of 4. Pre-registration strongly encouraged as the event fills up fast!

FORE The Planet Indoor Mini Golf
Friday January 17th – Monday January 20th
Linvilla Orchards
137 W. Knowlton Road
Media PA

Linvilla Orchards indoor mini-golf attraction “FORE! The Planet” continues this holiday weekend Friday January 17th through Monday January 20th offering 18 holes of serious fun. This highly interactive and playful exhibit is open daily from 9am – 5pm and features info on environmental issues paired with the kid favorite fun of mini-golf. $6.95 for ages 11 and older. $4.95 for ages 10 and under.

Dinosaur Train Live: Buddy’s Big Adventure
Saturday January 18th – Sunday January 19th
Merriam Theater
250 S. Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA

Dino fans have even more to celebrate with the arrival of Dinosaur Train Live: Buddy’s Big Adventure to the Merriam Theater this weekend with shows running Saturday January 18th and Sunday January 19th at 11am and 2pm. Tickets $15-$65.

Dinosaurs Unearthed
Friday January 17th – Monday January 20th
The Academy of Natural Sciences
1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA

The Dinosaurs Unearthed exhibit continues at the Academy of Natural Sciences this Saturday January 17th through Monday January 20th. Guests enjoy roaring, moving, life-size animatronic dinosaurs inside the Academy of Natural Sciences in this multi-sensory experience for dino lovers of all ages. $3 for members, $5 for non-members plus general admission to the museum ($15 for adults, $13 for kids under 13).

Free Admission on Sunday Mornings 
Sunday January 19th
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 January 19th between 9:30am – 12pm. Free.

Family Day Philadelphia Home Show 
Monday January 20th
10am – 7pm
Pennsylvania Convention Center
1101 Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA

Don’t miss Family Day at The Philadelphia Home Show on Monday January 20th with fun activities especially for kids and families. The Philadelphia Home Show features the latest trends in remodeling, decorating and gardening and features displays, workshops, vendors and special talks sure to delight home enthusiasts of all ages. And don’t miss Simon’s Sticker Room by Ikea where kids (and adults) get to decorate with hundreds of colorful stickers into an original, work of art over the six days of the show. All kids ages 12 and under free. (Get $3 off adult tickets too using the discount code on the Home Show website, too.)

Martin Luther King Day of Service 
Saturday January 18th – Monday January 20th
National Liberty Museum
321 Chestnut St
Philadelphia, PA

The FREE Martin Luther King Day of Service taking place at the National Liberty Museum in Philly this weekend includes guided tours of the museum every hour on the hour from 11am – 4pm and a closer look at the historic “I Have a Dream” speech. Guests can also take part in a mixed-media personal heroes craft, enjoy a playlist of inspiring songs and participate in a 1 hour workshop on how becoming an “upstander” from 11:30-12:30, too. Free.

Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Monday January 20th
9:30am – 5pm
National Constitution Center
525 Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA

Head to the National Constitution Center this Monday January 20th from 9:30am – 5pm for a celebration honoring the lasting legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. through community service projects, interactive programs and kids crafts including “I Have a Dream” mobiles. Don’t miss this oldest and largest MLK Day event in the country right in our backyard. Admission is only $5 courtesy of The Macy’s Foundation.

Martin Luther Kin, Jr. Day Celebration
Monday January 20th
11am – 4pm
The Franklin Institute
222 North 20th Street
Philadelphia, PA

The Franklin Institute celebrates Martin Luther King, Jr. with a special celebration for families on Monday January 20th from 11am – 2pm. Come out to the Franklin to participate in a Scavenger Hunt that will have kids learning about scientific discovereies made by famous African American scientists. Kids will also make a dreamcatcher craft and listen to the powerful words of Dr. King’s “I Have a Dream” speech that will be broadcast at the top of each hour. Free with admission. 

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service – Art and Service Workshop
Monday January 20th
The Philadelphia Art Museum
2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA

Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service with this Art and Service Day at the Philadelphia Museum of Art on Monday January 20th from 10am – 3pm. Artwork created in the Museum will be distributed to local service organizations in the Philadelphia region. While you’re there you can also add your voice to the Book of Dreams for the Community and listen to a lively performance from the Camden Sophisticated Sisters that will have your whole family clapping and stomping to their exciting energy and beats. Free after museum admission.


Martin Luther King Weekend at Eastern State Penitentiary
Saturday January 18th  – Monday January 20th
Eastern State Penitentiary
2027 Fairmount Ave
Philadelphia, PA

Eastern State Penitentiary offers its Martin Luther King Weekend running all day Saturday January 18th through Monday January 20th. The weekend-long celebration will include readings of the landmark text “Letter from Birmingham Jail” read by professional actors three times daily at 11:30am, 1:30pm, and 3:30pm. Readings are free and open to the public. Free tickets required and available online or at the door subject to availability. Free.

Martin Luther King Jr. Family Day 
Monday January 20th
National Museum of American Jewish History 
101 South Independence Mall East
Philadelphia PA

Enjoy free admission to the National Museum of Jewish History on Monday January 20th and take part in a day-long celebration to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. through family-friendly activities and special events such as the Freedom Family Corner, a performance by the Sister Cities Girl Choir, tours and more. Bring a non-perishable food item to help reach the Museum reach its goal of 100 lbs of food to be donated to Philabundance and be entered to win a Family Museum Membership.Free.

Sharing the Heritage Celebration and Day of Service
Monday January 20th
11am — 5pm
African American Museum
701 Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA

The African American Museum in Philadelphia offers free admission all day on Monday January 20th for their Sharing the Heritage Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration from 11am – 5pm with live performances, arts and crafts, opportunities to participate in service projects, food donations, and much more. Free.

Martin Luther King Jr. Free Tribute Concert 
Monday January 20th
1:30pm
Girard College Chapel
Girard College
2101 S. College Ave
Philadelphia, PA

The Philadelphia Orchestra performs its annual Martin Luther King Jr. Free Tribute Concert this Monday January 20th at 1:30pm at Girard College Chapel. The community is invited to join the Philadelphia Orchestra as it honors the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with this free concert. Attendees are asked to bring school supplies which will be collected at the concert for distributing in the community. Free. Seating is general admission and first come, first served. Tickets are limited to 4 per person. Doors open at 12:30pm.

Weekend Phillyfun Picks: January 10-12

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More weird weather to come with flooding on Saturday and dramatic temp increases too but still plenty to do both inside and out for families with kids in Philly this weekend. So get out and enjoy what January has to offer for phillyfun! 

Ice Skating at the Piazza 
Friday January 10 – Sunday January 12
The Piazza at Schmidt’s
1001 N. 2nd Street
Philadelphia, PA

The fun, new pop-up skating rink in Philly continues this weekend at The Piazza at Schmidt‘s running Friday January 10th – Sunday January 12th from 11am – 11pm. $5 per adult, $3 per child, $1 skate rental.

FORE The Planet Indoor Mini Golf 
Friday January 10 – Sunday January 12
9am – 5pm
Linvilla Orchards
137 W. Knowlton Road
Media, PA

Linvilla Orchards indoor mini-golf attraction FORE! The Planet has returned and is open this weekend offering 18 holes of serious fun. This highly interactive and playful exhibit is open daily from 9am – 5pm and features info on environmental issues paired with the kid favorite fun of mini-golf. $6.95 for ages 11 and older. $4.95 for ages 10 and under. 

Sound All Around Strings
Saturday January 11th
10am and 11:15am
Academy of Music Ballroom
240 S. Broad St.
Philadelphia PA

This Philadelphia Orchestra presents Sound All Around Strings on Saturday January 11th at 10am and 11:15am. This interactive program gives children the opportunity to interact with members of The Philadelphia Orchestra and award-winning storyteller Charlotte Blake Alston as they learn about strings and move to the music while pretending to plan and instrument and examining real instruments up close. The Sound All Around concerts are 45 minutes in length and are a great way for kids and families to have fun with music. Tickets $10.

Watson Adventures’ The Wizard School Scavenger Hunt 
Saturday January 11th
2pm
The Philadelphia Museum of Art
26th Street and Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA

Calling all Harry Potter fans ages 10 and up!! Join Watson Adventures on this one of a kind Wizard School Scavenger Hunt for Harry Potter fans at The Philadelphia Museum of Art on Saturday January 11th at 2pm. Kids will follow in the footsteps of young wizards as they search for art that is related to the Harry Potter movies including sorcerers, potions, flying owls and more! Children must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets $30 for ages 10-17, $36 for ages 18+ price includes museum admission. Advanced purchased required. 

Distaff Day 
Saturday January 11th
11am
Pottsgrove Manor
100 W. King Street
Pottstown PA

Celebrate Distaff Day at Pottsgrove Manor this Saturday January 11th starting at 11am. Distaff Day, the day after the Feast of Epiphany and traditionally when women resumed their work after the Twelve Days of Christmas, will feature demonstrations of traditional spinning techniques and opportunities to learn about the natural fibers that were used to make yarn and thread. $2 donation suggested.

US Lacrosse Fan Fest 
Saturday January 11th
Pennsylvania Convention Center 
1101 Arch St
Philadelphia, PA

The US Lacrosse Fan Fest being held this Saturday January 11th at the Pennsylvania Convention Center is a perfect day for lacrosse teams and families to enjoy a day of the latest in lacrosse gear, uniforms and merch from 160 exhibitors in the largest lacrosse expo in the country. Plus, don’t miss demos and autographs from Team USA and other top athletes in the sport. $10 for tickets or show up with a Team USA or Philadelphia Wings jersey and get $5 tickets.

Dinosaurs Unearthed 
Saturday January 11th – Sunday January 12th
The Academy of Natural Sciences
1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA

The Dinosaurs Unearthed exhibit continues at the Academy of Natural Sciences this Saturday January 11th and Sunday January 12th. Guests enjoy roaring, moving, life-size animatronic dinosaurs inside the Academy of Natural Sciences in this multi-sensory experience for dino lovers of all ages. $3 for members, $5 for non-members plus general admission to the museum ($15 for adults, $13 for kids under 13).

Free Admission on Sunday Mornings
Sunday January 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 January 12th between 9:30am – 12pm. Free.

PNC Free Sunday Morning
Delaware Museum of Natural History
4840 Kennett Pk.
Wilmington, DE

Enjoy free admission to the Delaware Museum of Natural History this Sunday January 12th from 9am – 12 Noon courtesy of PNC Bank. Kids will encounter life-sized dinosaurs, look beneath the seas, get to experience an African watering hole, learn about birds and shells from around the world and more. Free.

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Happy New Year, First Friday and new month, too!! it’s January and while the holiday frenzy is over, there’s still plenty of fun for families this weekend in and around Philadelphia with everything from First Friday events, to winter celebrations and more!

Disney On Ice 
Friday January 3rd – Sunday January 5th
Wells Fargo Center
3601 S. Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA

If you haven’t seen it yet, don’t miss Disney On Ice Let’s Celebrate during its last week with shows this weekend Friday January 3rd though Sunday January 5th. Kids will be enchanted by this colossal party on ice show highlighting celebrations with your favorite Disney characters doing fabulous ice performances and of course lots of surprises and excitement too. Tickets $18-$95.

Holiday Garden Railway 
Friday January 3rd – Sunday January 5th
Morris Arboretum
100 E. Norristown Ave
Philadelphia, PA

The Holiday Garden Railway has its last weekend at Morris Arboretum this weekend Friday January 3rd to Sunday January 5th from 10am – 4pm. See the Holiday Garden Railway decked out in its wintery finest and enjoy wonder of the winter gardens. Free with admission. $16/adults, $7 children 3-17, children 3 and under free.

Ice Skating at the Piazza
Saturday January 4th – Sunday January 5th
The Piazza at Schmidt’s
1001 N. 2nd Street
Philadelphia, PA

The fun, new pop-up skating rink Skate at the Piazza in Philly continues this weekend at The Piazza at Schmidt’s running Friday January 3rd – Sunday January 5th from 11am – 11pm. $5 per adult, $3 per child, $1 skate rental.

Free Introductory Classes 
Saturday January 4th 
Temple Music Prep
Temple University Center City
1515 Market Street, 5th floor (Dance classes held at Friends Select School at 17th and the Parkway) Philadelphia, PA

Check out a variety of sample music and dance classes offered by Temple Music Prep this Saturday January 4th. Classes range from Early Childhood Music Foundations to Dance Classes for Children and Teens too. Introductory classes on Saturday January 4th are free.

Dinosaurs Unearthed 
Saturday January 4th – Sunday January 5th
The Academy of Natural Sciences
1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA

The Dinosaurs Unearthed exhibit continues at the Academy of Natural Sciences this Saturday January 4th and Sunday January 5th. Guests enjoy roaring, moving, life-size animatronic dinosaurs inside the Academy of Natural Sciences in this multi-sensory experience for dino lovers of all ages. $3 for members, $5 for non-members plus general admission to the museum ($15 for adults, $13 for kids under 13).

Free Admission on Sunday Mornings 
Sunday January 5th
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 January 5th between 9:30am – 12pm. Free.

Epiphany Celebration 
Sunday January 5th
2014 Bryn Athyn
1001 Cathedral Road
Bryn Athyn, PA

Head to the beautiful Bryn Athyn Cathedral on Sunday January 5th from 12pm -4pm for the Epiphany Celebration traditionally celebrated as the day the Wise Men visited the Holy Family. Free with admission. $8 for adults, children 4 and under free. $20 family rate for up to 4 individuals in one household.

Pay What You Wish Admission 
Sunday January 5th
Philadelphia Museum of Art
2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA

It’s the first Sunday of the Month so that means Pay What You Wish Admission at the Philadelphia Museum of Art this Sunday January 5th. Enjoy the museum’s permanent and traveling exhibits and the world-renown art in one of the largest museums in the United States.

Free First Sundays
Sunday January 5th
The Barnes Foundation 
2025 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy
Philadelphia, PA

First Sunday of the month means free admission to The Barnes Foundation this Sunday January 5th. Enjoy the museum and all of its collections and exhibits plus family entertainment and informative seminars from 12-6pm. Obtain free tickets at 9am. Limited to two adults and two children per transaction. Free.