Mommy Poppins - Things to Do with Kids - Philadelphia

Ice Princess Night & Brunch

Nicole O'Donnell — Mon, 19 Jan 2026 11:23:28 +0000

Saturday, January 24, 2026 Various times

https://historicphiladelphia.org/events/ice-princess/

Cost:

Brunch $25+

Free frosty fun comes to Franklin Square with live ice carving and everyone’s favorite royalty: Elsa and Anna from Frozen, as well as Tiana from The Princess and the Frog and Jasmine from Aladdin. Free games, giant bubbles, music, fitness fun, and play for children with Go with YoYo. Head over for brunch from 11am-1pm, or for an evening of fun from 5-7pm.

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All Ages

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Franklin Square

6th and Race Streets

19106 Philadelphia , PA 39° 57' 16.8984" N, 75° 8' 58.2108" W

Pennsylvania

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Storytime & Skate with Characters at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest

Nicole O'Donnell — Mon, 19 Jan 2026 11:12:59 +0000

Sunday, January 25, 2026 - 2:00pm to 4:00pm

https://www.delawareriverwaterfront.com/what-to-do/storytime-skate-with-characte...

Cost:

With Admission

Looking for the perfect family block of fun this winter? Join the party at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest for Storytime & Skate with Characters, an afternoon of magical moments, cozy stories, and ice skating with your child’s favorite costumed friends on select Sundays this season.

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All Ages

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Independence Blue Cross River Rink Winterfest

101 S Columbus Blvd

19106 Philadelphia , PA 39° 56' 55.3344" N, 75° 8' 24.7056" W

Pennsylvania

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Exhibitions

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A Wrinkle in Time at the Arden Theater

Nicole O'Donnell — Mon, 19 Jan 2026 11:08:43 +0000

Sunday, January 25, 2026 Various times

https://ardentheatre.org/production/a-wrinkle-in-time/

Cost:

Cost Varies

Meg Murry has always felt out of place: at school, at home, and especially since her dad disappeared. But when a mysterious visitor arrives on a dark and stormy night, Meg is swept on a thrilling journey across time and space.

Joined by her brilliant brother Charles Wallace, her friend Calvin, and three powerful guides, Meg must brave distant planets, battle a growing darkness, and discover that the key to saving the universe just might be within her.

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Arden Theater

40 N. 2nd Street

19106 Philadelphia , PA 39° 57' 4.4172" N, 75° 8' 38.2164" W

Pennsylvania

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Live at the Lane presents: Theatre for Youth!

Nicole O'Donnell — Mon, 19 Jan 2026 11:04:40 +0000

Sunday, January 25, 2026 - 2:00pm to 3:00pm

https://www.yesandcamp.org/events/live-at-the-lane-presents-theatre-for-youth

Cost:

Pay what you can

Laugh, move, and enjoy a theater for youth performance catered to children! A showcase performance by Yes! And... Collaborative Arts, this show will be a great time for families and children of all ages.

BYO Food and Beverage.

Tickets are Pay What You Decide!

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All Ages

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Yes and Collaborative Arts

21 W. Washington Ln.

19144 Philadelphia , PA 40° 2' 34.2996" N, 75° 10' 53.8176" W

Pennsylvania

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Creatures from the Collection - Michener Art Museum

Nicole O'Donnell — Mon, 19 Jan 2026 10:50:49 +0000

Repeats every week until Sun May 03 2026.

Sunday, January 18, 2026 Various times

Sunday, January 25, 2026 Various times

Sunday, February 1, 2026 Various times

Sunday, February 8, 2026 Various times

Sunday, February 15, 2026 Various times

Sunday, February 22, 2026 Various times

Sunday, March 1, 2026 Various times

Sunday, March 8, 2026 Various times

Sunday, March 15, 2026 Various times

Sunday, March 22, 2026 Various times

Sunday, March 29, 2026 Various times

Sunday, April 5, 2026 Various times

Sunday, April 12, 2026 Various times

Sunday, April 19, 2026 Various times

Sunday, April 26, 2026 Various times

Sunday, May 3, 2026 Various times

https://michenerartmuseum.org/exhibition/creatures-from-the-collection/

Cost:

With Admission

Dogs, cats, birds…and more! A complement to Small Living Things: The Magical Art of Eric Carle, this exhibition features a selection of works from the Michener’s permanent collection, putting your furry, feline, and flying friends on center stage.

From sculpture to painting, artists like Henry B. Snell, Daniel Garber, Lizbeth Stewart, Charles Ward, Robert Winokur, Judith Heep, Katharine Steele Renninger, and Edith Emerson depicted animals in a variety of media, emphasizing the significant artistic inspiration they found in these creatures. Whether portraits of beloved companions or unique portrayals of everyday animals, these artworks invite viewers to experience the whimsy and wonder of the creatures in our collection.

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All Ages

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Michener Art Museum

138 S Pine St

18901 Doylestown , PA 40° 18' 31.0068" N, 75° 7' 32.9412" W

Pennsylvania

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DCS Symphony Explorers

symphonyexplorersdcs_188405 — Sun, 18 Jan 2026 20:58:26 +0000

Monday, February 16, 2026 - 6:30pm to 7:30pm

https://www.dcsmusic.org/

Cost:

FREE

DCS Symphony Explorers

A FREE introduction to symphonic music for elementary and middle school age students accompanied by a parent or guardian. Sponsored by Delaware County Symphony

Monday February 16, 2026 6:30 – 7:30 pm

Meet McNichol Art Gallery, Thomas A. Bruder Life Center, Neumann University, Aston, PA

6:30 – 7:00 pm Learn about the tuba and music to be performed by Delaware County Symphony in concert on Sunday March 1, 2026, 3 pm at Meagher Theater, Neumann University. (For concert tickets: dcsmusic.org)

7:00 –7:30 pm Listen to a portion of a live rehearsal of the Delaware County Symphony

Please verify attendance by emailing: symphonyexplorersdcs@gmail.com

Symphony Explorers will be located in the McNichol Art Gallery of Neumann University Thomas A. Bruder Life Center, directions: https://www.neumann.edu/about/directions.asp. Campus Map Building No. 3: https://explore.neumann.edu/hubfs/Website-PDFs/campus_map.pdf?t=1535580239419

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Child with adult

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McNichol Art Gallery, Thomas A. Bruder Life Center Neumann University

1 Neumann Dr

19014 Aston , PA 39° 52' 31.1592" N, 75° 26' 26.8944" W

Pennsylvania

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Arts

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Cheap Party Rental Spots in Philly Great For Kid Birthday Parties

Sarah Jacknis — Sun, 18 Jan 2026 12:25:54 +0000

While we all want to make our kid’s birthday special, birthday parties can be a major source of stress for budget-conscious families. Year after year, it’s hard to find increasingly fun party activities and locations (and deal with the increasingly long guest list) without spending an exorbitant amount of money. And if you can’t host a party in your home (or you just don’t feel like dealing with the clean-up), you have the added cost of renting out another space – which doesn’t always come cheap. Fortunately, we’re here to help you find affordable venue rentals in Philly that are perfect for parties. Whether you’re planning your child’s very first birthday, inviting your animal-loving eight-year-old’s entire class, or celebrating a Bar or Bat Mitzvah, here’s how to lower your party’s costs without lowering your party’s fun factor.

Purim Fest '26

swittenberg_185688 — Fri, 16 Jan 2026 19:50:28 +0000

Sunday, March 1, 2026 - 11:00am to 2:30pm

https://phillyjcc.com/purim

Cost:

$40

Families with kids of all ages can join us as we celebrate Purim! Come in costume and enjoy snacks, games, crafts, bounce houses, and activities at the JCC with some amazing community partners. Ticket admits entire family and includes food/drink tickets.

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0-15

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Kaiserman JCC

45 Haverford Rd

19096 Wynnewood , PA

Phone: 6108967770

39° 58' 57.0828" N, 75° 16' 9.3" W

Pennsylvania

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30 Fun Things to Do Over February Break with Philly Kids

Cait Sumner — Fri, 16 Jan 2026 12:25:00 +0000

Whether you're still missing the days of holiday break, or it feels like it all just ended, there are plenty of great ways to make the time fly by. From winter fun, to new and trending spots, we've got plenty of fun activities to do while you've got the time together!

Looking for more winter activities? We've got plenty and we've rounded them all up in our convenient Winter Vacation Guide for Philly Kids!

MLK Weekend 2026 in Philly: AAMP, Please Touch, Constitution Center, and More Things to Do

Nicole O'Donnell — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 12:48:00 +0000

Looking for the best things to do in Philly this MLK Jr. weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your schedule.

Philly kids may have an extra day off from school. But, this day off means more than just 'no homework.' Recognize Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with one of the many opportunities to celebrate his legacy by visiting museums, attending service events, or doing some arts and crafts.

After observing the holiday, don’t forget to check out our Best Free and Fun Things to Do in Philly this January. Whatever you do, make the most of the long weekend ahead.