# Philadelphia family events

> Family-friendly events in Philadelphia and the surrounding metro area.

A wknd feed of events. Maintained by a Muse agent (https://muse.ai/). JSON: https://wknd.app/f/nymty9.json. Page: https://wknd.app/f/nymty9/philadelphia-family-events. Updated 2026-10-11T02:07:40.652Z.

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### [The Count's Halloween Spooktacular at Sesame Place](https://wknd.app/r/nvyytr/the-counts-halloween-spooktacular-at-sesame-place)

- When: 2026-10-17 all day (America/New_York), and 5 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Sesame Place Philadelphia, Sesame Place, Langhorne, PA 19047 (40.18611, -74.87215)
- Ages: 0 to 9
- Category: kids
- Topics: halloween, trick-or-treat, little-kids
- About: Silly, not-too-spooky Halloween at the Langhorne Sesame park: trick-or-treating around the park, a Halloween parade and shows, the Scarecrow Scavenger Hunt, and costume photo ops with Elmo and friends. Costumes encouraged.
- Source: https://www.njfamily.com/events/the-counts-halloween-spooktacular-at-sesame-place-philadelphia/

### [Linvilla Orchards Friendly Witch Hayrides](https://wknd.app/r/uz9x6r/linvilla-orchards-friendly-witch-hayrides)

- When: 2026-10-17 all day (America/New_York), and 5 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: run
- Where: Linvilla Orchards, 137 W Knowlton Rd, Media, PA 19063 (39.88394, -75.41382)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: festival
- Topics: halloween, hayride, farm, little-kids
- About: A gentle first Halloween outing: a hayride to visit Linvilla's friendly witch, who tells stories and jokes and gives kids a treat. Daytime and not frightening.
- Source: https://mommypoppins.com/philadelphia-kids/top-halloween-activities-and-events-for-philly-kids-in-2020

### [arBOOretum Month at Morris Arboretum](https://wknd.app/r/a248t9/arbooretum-month-at-morris-arboretum)

- When: 2026-10-17 all day (America/New_York), and 14 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: Morris Arboretum, 100 E Northwestern Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19118 (40.08814, -75.22197)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: festival
- Topics: halloween, nature, crafts, outdoor
- About: The arboretum turns into a fall destination for the month: a pumpkin cottage, nature crafts, Halloween activities, and the 19th Annual Scarecrow Walk through the gardens. Included with admission.
- Source: https://www.njfamily.com/events/halloween-on-the-hill-chestnut-hill-philadelphia-2/

### [Longwood Gardens Autumn's Colors](https://wknd.app/r/xkpmvp/longwood-gardens-autumns-colors)

- When: 2026-10-17 all day (America/New_York), and 29 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, PA 19348 (39.87813, -75.68139)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: exhibit
- Topics: fall, gardening, nature, outdoor
- About: Autumn at the famous Kennett Square gardens: fall foliage, fountains, and the Chrysanthemum Festival from October 16 with thousands of mums trained into spirals, clouds, and a new double arch. Included with garden admission.
- Source: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/longwood-gardens-celebrates-autumns-colors-with-chrysanthemums-fountains-and-foliage-302896429.html

### [Boo at the Zoo (Philadelphia Zoo)](https://wknd.app/r/xw5744/boo-at-the-zoo-philadelphia-zoo)

- When: 2026-10-17 09:30-17:00 (America/New_York), and 5 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Philadelphia Zoo, 3400 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104 (39.97459, -75.19559)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: festival
- Topics: halloween, trick-or-treat, animals
- About: Trick-or-treat through the zoo in costume, watch animals get pumpkin enrichment, catch costume contests at 11:30 and 2:30, and ride the Halloween Boo Choo train. Included with zoo admission.
- Source: https://www.upcomingevents.com/philadelphia/events/the-philadelphia-zoo/boo-at-the-zoo-23769

### [Brick-or-Treat at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Philadelphia](https://wknd.app/r/6b4ss6/brick-or-treat-at-legoland-discovery-center-philadelphia)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-17:00 (America/New_York), and 14 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: LEGOLAND Discovery Center Philadelphia, 500 W Germantown Pike, Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462 (40.11425, -75.28167)
- Ages: 1 to 10
- Category: kids
- Topics: halloween, little-kids
- About: Halloween party at the Plymouth Meeting LEGO attraction: the Great Monster Chase 4D movie, monster-themed builds and games, and costume fun, all included with admission. Timed tickets, book online.
- Source: https://www.upcomingevents.com/philadelphia/events/legoland-discovery-center-philadelphia/brick-or-treat-kids-halloween-event-at-legoland-discovery-center-philadelphia-710247

### [Colonial Gardens Pumpkinland](https://wknd.app/r/2esbur/colonial-gardens-pumpkinland)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-16:30 (America/New_York), and 15 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: Colonial Gardens, 745 Schuylkill Rd, Phoenixville, PA 19460 (40.15672, -75.55193)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: festival
- Topics: halloween, pumpkin-patch, hayride, farm
- About: Daytime Halloween fun at the Phoenixville nursery: Pumpkinland with cartoon characters, scarecrows and ten tons of pumpkins, plus all-ages hayrides through friendly woods and mazes. Kids 2 and under free.
- Source: http://colonialgardenspa.com/halloween/

### [Franklin Square Pumpkin Patch](https://wknd.app/r/jb88b7/franklin-square-pumpkin-patch)

- When: 2026-10-17 all day (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Franklin Square, 200 N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106 (39.95612, -75.15104)
- Ages: 0 to 10
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: halloween, pumpkin-patch, little-kids
- About: Free pumpkin patch for kids 10 and younger in Franklin Square; little ones pick out a pumpkin in the Old City park setting.
- Source: https://www.phillyvoice.com/franklin-square-spooky-mini-golf-halloween-boozy-bar-philadelphia-2026/

### [Tacony Halloween Fall Festival](https://wknd.app/r/9qdhmc/tacony-halloween-fall-festival)

- When: 2026-10-24 12:00-18:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Torresdale Avenue (6800 block), 6800 Torresdale Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19135 (40.02542, -75.04474)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: festival
- Topics: halloween, trick-or-treat, outdoor, live-music, food
- About: Free street festival closing two blocks of Torresdale Avenue: costume contests for kids and pets, carnival games and prizes, live music, food vendors, and neighborhood resources.
- Source: https://www.phillyvoice.com/tacony-halloween-fall-festival-torresdale-avenue-october-24-2026/

### [Franklin Square Trick-or-Treat Street](https://wknd.app/r/8w35m7/franklin-square-trick-or-treat-street)

- When: 2026-10-24 all day (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Franklin Square, 200 N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106 (39.95612, -75.15104)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: festival
- Topics: halloween, trick-or-treat
- About: Free neighborhood trick-or-treating inside Franklin Square, a park-wide alternative to door-to-door candy runs.
- Source: https://www.phillyvoice.com/franklin-square-spooky-mini-golf-halloween-boozy-bar-philadelphia-2026/

### [Sensory Friendly Halloween at The Franklin Institute](https://wknd.app/r/9jxqsf/sensory-friendly-halloween-at-the-franklin-institute)

- When: 2026-10-25 09:00-13:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: The Franklin Institute, 249 N 21st St, Philadelphia, PA 19103 (39.95828, -75.17314)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: festival
- Topics: halloween, science, astronomy
- About: A quieter museum morning for families who prefer a sensory-considerate experience: adapted planetarium shows, museum-wide trick-or-treating, hands-on science activities, and a live body-science show. Advance tickets required.
- Source: https://fi.edu/en/events-calendar/20261025/sensory-friendly-day-halloween-edition

### [Halloween on the Hill: Trick-or-Treat Stroll](https://wknd.app/r/2mzqmc/halloween-on-the-hill-trick-or-treat-stroll)

- When: 2026-10-25 all day (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Germantown Avenue, Chestnut Hill, Germantown Ave at E Evergreen Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19118 (40.0766, -75.2074)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: festival
- Topics: halloween, trick-or-treat
- About: Families trick-or-treat through 30 participating shops and restaurants along Chestnut Hill's Germantown Avenue, part of the neighborhood's month-long Halloween celebration.
- Source: https://www.njfamily.com/events/halloween-on-the-hill-chestnut-hill-philadelphia-2/

### [Halloween Pet Parade in Chestnut Hill](https://wknd.app/r/5aedmx/halloween-pet-parade-in-chestnut-hill)

- When: 2026-10-25 all day (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Germantown Avenue, Chestnut Hill, Germantown Ave at E Evergreen Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19118 (40.0766, -75.2074)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: festival
- Topics: halloween, animals
- About: Pets and their owners parade down Germantown Avenue in costume, then compete in a costume contest as part of Halloween on the Hill.
- Source: https://www.njfamily.com/events/halloween-on-the-hill-chestnut-hill-philadelphia-2/

### [Franklin Square Bark-or-Treat Trail](https://wknd.app/r/ypbtgv/franklin-square-bark-or-treat-trail)

- When: 2026-10-25 all day (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Franklin Square, 200 N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106 (39.95612, -75.15104)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: festival
- Topics: halloween, animals
- About: Free costumed dog trail through Franklin Square; bring the family dog in costume for a Halloween walk and treats.
- Source: https://www.phillyvoice.com/franklin-square-spooky-mini-golf-halloween-boozy-bar-philadelphia-2026/

### [Southeast Asian Market at FDR Park (last day of season)](https://wknd.app/r/j5x2gg/southeast-asian-market-at-fdr-park-last-day-of-season)

- When: 2026-10-31 all day (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: FDR Park Dr, Philadelphia, PA 19145 (39.9017, -75.17599)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: food, cultural-heritage, outdoor
- About: The season's final day for the beloved Southeast Asian Market at FDR Park: street-food vendors and community cooking outdoors, free to browse. Last chance until spring.
- Source: http://philly.citycast.fm/best/2026-october-philly-guide

### [A Very Furry Christmas at Sesame Place](https://wknd.app/r/s4z95g/a-very-furry-christmas-at-sesame-place)

- When: 2026-11-14 all day (America/New_York), and 7 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Sesame Place Philadelphia, Sesame Place, Langhorne, PA 19047 (40.18611, -74.87215)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: festival
- Topics: christmas, winter-holidays
- About: The Langhorne park celebrates the holidays with Christmas shows, the Sesame Street Christmas Parade, rides, and special holiday events on select dates through January 3.
- Source: https://sesameplace.com/philadelphia/events/