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For more than 32 seasons, Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest has been Philadelphia's favorite wintertime tradition on the Delaware River Waterfront. It invites visitors to indulge in flights of fancy under thousands of sparkling lights in a wonderland with spectacular views of the Delaware River.
Come to Downtown Media for Ice on State, a two day festival of ice sculptures with music and live carvings. Artists from the world-famous Ice Sculpture Philly will create custom ice sculptures to be featured throughout the State Street District for the weekend. Live music, guest appearances, family activities, special […]
Come to Downtown Media for Ice on State, a two day festival of ice sculptures with music and live carvings. Artists from the world-famous Ice Sculpture Philly will create custom ice sculptures to be featured throughout the State Street District for the weekend. Live music, guest appearances, family activities, special […]
Flaky, indulgent, and irresistibly sweet—what better way to embrace National Pie Day than with a home baked delight from Linvilla Orchards? While this holiday traditionally graces calendars just once a year on January 23, Linvilla Orchards is turning it into a three-day extravaganza! Friday, January 23 through Sunday, January 25, […]
Enjoy Linvilla's latest attraction, their Glice Skating Rink, a magical winter experience on this family farm perfect for winter fun! This eco-friendly, synthetic ice rink lets families skate under festive lights, surrounded by holiday decor and the charm of a rustic farm setting. Skaters can enjoy the rink in any […]
Join a FREE Inclusive Post-High School Resource Fair on Sunday, January 25, 2026 at the Greater Philly Expo Center in Oaks. Representative Joe Webster, The Arc Alliance and a team of local volunteers will be hosting this event from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. in Hall A of the Greater […]
Ready to craft your own natural lip balm? Join Carolyn from Plant 4 Good for a fun, hands-on workshop where you’ll learn to make lip balm using simple, natural ingredients. Perfect for self-care or gifting to friends! You’ll leave with 8-10 tubes (or tins) of your creation to take home. […]
Join Lalia Therapies for a monthly baby and parent playgroup. Talk lactation, feeding, communication, and all things baby! Hosted by Arianna of Lalia Therapies.
Walk. Talk. Get Healthy. Be Happy. Join Trail Tuesdays, weekly walks in the park that are open to all fitness levels. Dogs and strollers welcome. Tuesdays from 10 to 11 a.m. Walk starts at Valley Forge Park Alliance Table by the Canteen in the Lower Parking Lot. In case of […]
Looking for your parent village? The Shalom Momma Postpartum Group offers a welcoming space where new and returning parents can give and receive support, ask questions, and build a parent community close to home. Each week features a topic related to you and your baby, along with a song and […]
Cruise into Kindergarten is a story time PLUS which features stories, music, creative play and exploration. Cruise into Kindergarten supports school readiness and the PA PreK standards for literacy, math, science, and more. For children 5 & 6 years old. Registration is required. Caregivers must remain in the library during […]
Parents and students are invited to join us Villa Maria Academy Lower School for an Open House. Sessions will be hosted by Villa’s Admissions Office. Prospective students and their families can connect with staff, admissions, current parents and students, and tour the school to learn more about how a Villa […]
St. Aloysius Academy invites families to experience the gift of an exceptional education at its Winter Open House. As the premier private, Catholic, all-boys K–8 school in the Philadelphia region, St. Aloysius Academy offers a tradition of academic excellence, leadership development, and faith-centered values. During the Open House, visitors will […]
Riverbend's Budding Naturalists program invites children ages 2–5 and their caregivers to discover the joy of nature through hands-on, outdoor exploration every week this winter, with three flexible class options (Wednesdays at 10:30 AM, Thursdays at 2:00 PM, or Fridays at 9:15 AM starting January 7–9) that include storytime, nature […]
Ardmore Library has a few spots open in their next D&D Campaign! The Dungeons & Dragons group, for ages 13 and up, runs from 5:00-6:30 pm every Wednesday. Please contact the library to sign up. No experience is necessary. Ages 13 & up. Registration required. In person, with DnDBeyond and Discord.
The National Precollege & Summer Program Fairs, a large pre-college and summer opportunity fair, is coming to the Valley Forge Casino Resort Event Center on Wednesday, January 28 from 5:30-8:00 pm. Preregistration is required here. This free event features over 85 exhibitors, including: Precollege programs at universities such as Brown, […]
Selecting the right educational environment matters. Join Cupola Academy’s FREE Trial Day on January 29 to experience engaging, purposeful learning firsthand.
Fore! The Planet is an interactive and playful miniature golf experience at Linvilla Orchards perfect for the entire family. This interactive 18 hole exhibition created by the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia serves as a valuable tool to heighten children's awareness of the environment. The course features unique educational […]
Kids Club is The Clubhouse Wellness Center's signature drop-off event for ages 4–12! Each session blends movement, foam-pit fun, turf games, creative projects, and rotating themed activities — all led by their instructors in a safe, small-group environment. Kids get to move, play, create, make friends, and enjoy screen-free fun… […]
Fore! The Planet is an interactive and playful miniature golf experience at Linvilla Orchards perfect for the entire family. This interactive 18 hole exhibition created by the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia serves as a valuable tool to heighten children's awareness of the environment. The course features unique educational […]
Celebrate Tu B’Shevat with a fun, family-friendly winter walk at Scott Arboretum & Gardens. Explore nature, journal discoveries, and learn together.
Looking for a meaningful winter enrichment activity for your child in 2026—something educational, screen-free, and genuinely fun? Brooklyn Robot Foundry Philly’s Mini Makers program offers weekly Saturday STEAM robotics classes designed especially for children ages 3–6. Families across Greater Philadelphia and Montgomery County choose Mini Makers because it blends early […]
Ring in the Year of the Horse at the Penn Museum's 45th annual Lunar New Year celebration. Bring the whole family to experience vibrant Asian traditions during a full day of festivities, including storytelling, art-making, live music and dance performances, and a traditional Lion Dance finale. Lunar New Year is […]
Enjoy Linvilla's latest attraction, their Glice Skating Rink, a magical winter experience on this family farm perfect for winter fun! This eco-friendly, synthetic ice rink lets families skate under festive lights, surrounded by holiday decor and the charm of a rustic farm setting. Skaters can enjoy the rink in any […]
Kids Club is The Clubhouse Wellness Center's signature drop-off event for ages 4–12! Each session blends movement, foam-pit fun, turf games, creative projects, and rotating themed activities — all led by their instructors in a safe, small-group environment. Kids get to move, play, create, make friends, and enjoy screen-free fun… […]
From 11 am–3 pm each Saturday in February, meet Ona Judge or Margaret Woodby and learn about their fascinating lives and experiences as free and formerly-enslaved Black women in colonial Philadelphia. And on Storytelling Sunday, hear true stories of the Black experience in Philadelphia history on Sundays in February from […]
Decorate a traditional red envelope to celebrate Lunar New Year, then learn about Chinese Zodiac folklore by going on an animal scavenger hunt around the children’s area and earn a special treat! Visit the children’s desk anytime between February 2-17th to participate. Please Note: The Library will be closed Wednesday, […]
Based on the thrilling and inspirational life of an iconic American freedom fighter, HARRIET tells the extraordinary tale of Harriet Tubman’s escape from slavery and transformation into one of America’s greatest heroes. Her courage, ingenuity, and tenacity freed hundreds of slaves and changed the course of history. Starring: Cynthia Erivo, […]
Decorate a traditional red envelope to celebrate Lunar New Year, then learn about Chinese Zodiac folklore by going on an animal scavenger hunt around the children’s area and earn a special treat! Visit the children’s desk anytime between February 2-17th to participate. Please Note: The Library will be closed Wednesday, […]
Walk. Talk. Get Healthy. Be Happy. Join Trail Tuesdays, weekly walks in the park that are open to all fitness levels. Dogs and strollers welcome. Tuesdays from 10 to 11 a.m. Walk starts at Valley Forge Park Alliance Table by the Canteen in the Lower Parking Lot. In case of […]
Looking for your parent village? The Shalom Momma Postpartum Group offers a welcoming space where new and returning parents can give and receive support, ask questions, and build a parent community close to home. Each week features a topic related to you and your baby, along with a song and […]
Cruise into Kindergarten is a story time PLUS which features stories, music, creative play and exploration. Cruise into Kindergarten supports school readiness and the PA PreK standards for literacy, math, science, and more. For children 5 & 6 years old. Registration is required. Caregivers must remain in the library during […]
Join a two day event in honor of black history. Make Kimmy Cantrell masks, very cool, colorful masks that involve paint, and crazy designs. Come on in and get messy. Registration required.
Join the Belmont Hills Library each Tuesday in February for a screening of four-part PBS documentary series Great Migrations: A People on the Move. Directed by Julia Marchesi and Nailah Ife Sims, this documentary "explores the transformative impact of Black migration on American culture and society. From the waves of […]
The Civil Air Patrol Griffin Composite Squadron invites families to an exciting Open House at Plymouth Meeting Army National Guard to discover missions, programs, and opportunities in Aerospace Education, Leadership, Orientation Flights, Emergency Services, and STEM Activities. Youth ages 12–18, adults 18 and older, and educators are all welcome to […]
