Things to Do with Kids in Philly in February 2025

Free Things to Do with Kids in Philly in February 2025

February First Saturday Open House: Once Upon Deep Time
Saturday, February 1, 2025
Wagner Free Institute of Science, Philadelphia
Be transported to deep time during the Wagner's upcoming February First Saturday Open House! Saturday, February 1st from 12 - 4pm explore the Wagner's vast natural history collection and rock out to the evolution of hearing as Paleontologist and singer/songwriter Matthew Bonnan and his band perform a selection of songs from his captivating pop/rock song cycle, Once Upon Deep Time. Visit the website here.

Weathering the Winter
Saturday, February 1, 2025
Peter Wentz Farmstead, Lansdale
Winters were harsh in the 18th century, but even in cold and snowy weather there was still plenty of work to do around the farm. Fires had to be built, food preserved and cooked, and animals needed tending. Visit the website here.

Founders Philly Freeze-Out
Saturday, February 2, 2025
Main Street Manayunk
The coolest event of the year is back. Mark your calendars for the Founders Philly Freeze-Out. Manayunk has teamed up with Founders Brewing Company to turn Main Street into a winter wonderland. The event will have incredible ice sculptures and live ice carving demonstrations. Visit the website here.

Free Admission to Benjamin Franklin Museum
Monday, February 3, 2025
Benjamin Franklin Museum, Philadelphia
Visit the Benjamin Franklin Museum for free! Visitors can view the exhibits that reflect the contributions of this Founding Father for free on certain dates throughout the year. Visit the website here.

Barnes Free First Sunday Family Day
Sunday, February 2, 2025
The Barnes Foundation, 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.

Up Next! Youth Jam Sessions
Saturday, February 8, 2o25
World Cafe Live, Philadelphia
Up Next! is a free monthly open jam session providing a platform for Philly’s creative youth to learn, perform, collaborate, and grow. Every second Saturday, The Lounge at World Cafe Live offers an all-ages, alcohol-free environment, showcasing our city’s up-and-coming talent while building community across the local music scene. Visit the website here.

Canticuentos: Spanish Stories & Songs with Ana
Sat Jan 11, 2025 - Fri Feb 21, 2025 Repeating every week — Fridays through February 22, 2025
Except February 1, 2025; February 15, 2025.
2:00pm to 3:00pm ET
Age: 0-5
Philadelphia City Institute, Philadelphia
Join local storyteller Ana Atach for Canticuentos! Come to explore songs & stories in Spanish, with a new animal theme each week! Bring your own animal toy to play along (not required). Followed by time for free play and socializing with Ms. Grace. Visit the website here.

Maple Sugar Festival
Saturday, February 23, 2025
Wissahickon Environmental Center, Philadelphia
Visit Wissahickon Environmental Center to learn how sap is collected from sugar maple trees and turned into syrup. Registration is required. Visit the website here.

Electrical Spectacle Light Show in Franklin Square
Now Through Sunday, February 24, 2025
Franklin Square, Philadelphia
Inspired by Benjamin Franklin's experiments with electricity, the Electrical Spectacle makes Franklin Square sparkle with its musical light show, recurring every 30 minutes. Enjoy 200,000 lights dancing to five festive songs that fill the square. Nightly through January 5th and Thursdays-Sundays January 9 - February 23. Visit the website here.

Black History Month: History Maker Saturdays & Storytelling Sundays
Saturdays in February, 2025
Betsy Ross House, Philadelphia
Meet colonial women who will share true tales of the Black experience in Philadelphia and listen to storytellers as they share little-known stories about the city’s Free Black community in the 18th century and beyond. These Black History Month programs at the Betsy Ross House are FREE. Visit the website here.

More Fun Things to Do in Philly in February

Black History Celebration at the Please Touch Museum
Saturday, February 1, 2025
Please Touch Museum, Philadelphia
As the kick off to Black History Month, this day will highlight and celebrate Black history makers and milestones through programming, activities, and special guests. Visit the website here.

Up Late with the Sphinx
Saturday, February 8, 2025
Penn Museum, Philadelphia
Calling all scouts and families! Have you ever wanted to explore the museum galleries after dark? Join us during Up Late with the Sphinx for an evening filled with games and gallery activities. Drop into a hands-on workshop and make something special to take home. Finish your evening with a flashlight tour through the museum. Visit the website here.

Presidents Day Weekend 2025 at the Museum
Saturday to Monday, February 15 to 17, 2025
Museum of the American Revolution, Philadelphia
Don't miss Presidents Day Weekend at the Museum of the American Revolution, Saturday, Feb. 15 – Monday, Feb. 17, 2025, to explore the life, leadership, and legacy of our nation’s first president, George Washington, and the diverse range of people with whom he interacted. Visit the website here.

WinterFest Ice Skating at Cooper River Park
Now through February 23, 2025
Cooper River Park, Cherry Hill, New Jersey
WinterFest Ice Skating at Cooper River Park presented by the Camden County Board of Commissioners will open through February 25 at Cooper River Park near the corner of Cuthbert Blvd. and Park Avenue in Cherry Hill. Visit the website here.

Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest
Now through February 23, 2025
Blue Cross RiverRink, Philadelphia
Cozy up in comforting warming cabins, warm up at a fire pit station, enjoy boardwalk rides and games for the young and young-at-heart, delicious food and hot beverages, see the signature holiday tree, and, of course, go ice skating on the NHL-sized rink. Winterfest is a top destination for anyone looking to rekindle family traditions. Visit the website here.

Indoor Mini Golf at Linvilla Orchards
Now through April 6, 2025
Linvilla Orchard, Media
Tee off at Linvilla Orchards Fore! The Planet, an exhibit created by the Academy of Natural Sciences that unites environmental education with miniature golf. Play 18 holes while you learn about butterflies, the rainforest, food chains, and more. Visit the website here.

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