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Things to Do for Kids in Philly This Weekend
Saturday, May 3 - Sunday, May 4
Looking for events in Philadelphia this weekend? Here are some family-friendly activities to add to your must-do list.
Best Things To Do in and Near Philly this Weekend with Kids
South Street Live!
FREE
Saturday, May 3, 2025
Philadelphia
Fall in love with South Street all over again this May 3rd, 2025, and kick-off the spring with the famous street festival, South Street Live! Showcasing the dynamic spirit of Philadelphia, South Street Live! is a community rooted experience offering live performances, immersive art, local vendors, and cultural experiences that highlight what makes this commercial corridor so vibrant. Visit the website here.
Rittenhouse Row Spring Festival
FREE
Saturday, May 3, 2025
Philadelphia
One of Philly’s premier street festivals, the annual Rittenhouse Row Spring Festival highlights the Center City neighborhood’s reputation as a cultural hotspot. Dozens of booths line Walnut Street and the area around Rittenhouse Square Park, offering art, beauty, fashion, family fun, food vendors and beer and cocktail samplings plus live music, culinary demonstrations and local artist showcases. Visit the website here.
Annual Colonial Mayfair
FREE
Saturday, May 3, 2025
Pottsgrove Manor
100 W. King Street, Pottstown, PA
Pottsgrove Manor’s most anticipated event of the year is back! Head to the Manor on Saturday, May 3rd from 11am to 5pm for the largest living history program of the season, Annual Colonial Mayfair. Watch as the grounds come alive with a variety of living history. Visit the website here.
Earth Day at Newlin Grist Mill
FREE
Saturday, May 3, 2025
Glen Mills
Help celebrate nature and protect the environment with this Earth Day volunteer event. Volunteers come together from across the community to work on projects that improve habitat for wildlife, protect important natural resources, and preserve the park’s plant and animal communities. Visit the website here.
Strawberry Festival at Peddler's Village
FREE
Through Saturday, May 10, 2025
Lahaska
Enjoy live entertainment, family-friendly activities, and luscious strawberry-themed food and drink specials. Kids can also engage in gem mining, pony rides, axe-throwing, and a petting zoo. Visit the website here.
Barnes Free First Sunday Family Day
FREE
Sunday, May 4, 2025
Philadelphia
On the first Sunday of each month, the Barnes offers free admission and creative programming to its visitors with a full day of family-friendly activities. Themes change monthly, with new art activities, performers, and guest artists each month. Visit the website here.
Philadelphia Children's Festival
Sunday, May 4 through Tuesday, May 6, 2025
Philadelphia
The Philadelphia Children's Festival is back with an exciting array of professional performances for the whole family, including free outdoor performances. In addition, guests can enjoy the outdoor PLAYground with hands-on activities, performers, and food. Visit the website here.
Chestnut Hill Presents Home + Garden Festival
FREE
Sunday, May 4, 2025
Chestnut Hill
Join Chestnut Hill for the Home + Garden Festival. Enjoy a day of shopping at local vendors, live music, crafty artisans, and shopping at the local shops in Chestnut Hill. Visit Makers Avenue and watch artisans create work and Stagecrafters Theatre for live performances. Visit the website here.
Boys in Ballet Open House
FREE
Sunday, May 4, 2025
Narberth
Every great dancer starts somewhere. From first steps to the spotlight, ballet builds strength, discipline, and confidence. The Boys Scholarship Program provides a dynamic and engaging environment where students ages 8-12 can train in ballet—at no cost. Visit the website here.