Philadelphia family events
16 upcoming. Family-friendly events in Philadelphia and the surrounding metro area.
TodaySaturday, October 17
9:30am to 5pm, through Oct 18
Philadelphia ZooTrick-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.
All dayFree
Franklin SquareFree pumpkin patch for kids 10 and younger in Franklin Square; little ones pick out a pumpkin in the Old City park setting.
All day, through Oct 18
Sesame Place PhiladelphiaSilly, 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.
All day, through Oct 18
Linvilla OrchardsA 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.
10am to 5pm, through Oct 31
LEGOLAND Discovery Center PhiladelphiaHalloween 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.
All day, through Oct 31
Morris ArboretumThe 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.
10am to 4:30pm, through Nov 1
Colonial GardensDaytime 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.
All day, through Nov 15
Longwood GardensAutumn 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.
SaturdayOctober 24
12 to 6pmFree
Torresdale Avenue (6800 block)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.
All dayFree
Franklin SquareFree neighborhood trick-or-treating inside Franklin Square, a park-wide alternative to door-to-door candy runs.
SundayOctober 25
9am to 1pm
The Franklin InstituteA 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.
All dayFree
Germantown Avenue, Chestnut HillFamilies trick-or-treat through 30 participating shops and restaurants along Chestnut Hill's Germantown Avenue, part of the neighborhood's month-long Halloween celebration.
All dayFree
Germantown Avenue, Chestnut HillPets and their owners parade down Germantown Avenue in costume, then compete in a costume contest as part of Halloween on the Hill.
All dayFree
Franklin SquareFree costumed dog trail through Franklin Square; bring the family dog in costume for a Halloween walk and treats.
SaturdayOctober 31
All dayFree
FDR ParkThe 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.
SaturdayNovember 14
All day, through Nov 15
Sesame Place PhiladelphiaThe Langhorne park celebrates the holidays with Christmas shows, the Sesame Street Christmas Parade, rides, and special holiday events on select dates through January 3.
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