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Weekend Phillyfun Picks: Oct. 3-5

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Hooray for October – let the Halloween fun and festivities officially begin! Enjoy the bounty of seasonal fall family fun for you and your little ones this weekend in and around Philly.

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Outdoorsy Weekend at the Oval
Friday Oct. 3rd- Sunday Oct. 5th
The Oval
Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA

The fun returns to The Oval for three days only this weekend Friday October 3rd – Sunday October 5th. Families can enjoy foodtrucks from Philly’s finest, a beer garden, free outdoor movie screenings, plus storytimes around the camp fires complete with marshmallow roasting too and other great activities for kids of all ages! Free. (Food and drink separate)

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9th Annual Midtown Village Fall Festival
Saturday Oct. 4th
13th & Sansom Streets
Philadelphia, PA

The 9th Annual Midtown Village Fall Festival takes place on Saturday October 4th from 12pm – 8pm and features food, multiple beer gardens (for the adults), games, live music, and plenty of fun for the little ones, too! Free.

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Fall for the Arts Festival
Sunday Oct. 5th
11am – 5pm
Chestnut Hill
Germantown Ave. between Willow Grove and Rex Aves.
Philadelphia, PA

The Fall for the Arts Festival transforms Germantown Ave. this Sunday October 5th from 11am – 5pm into an outdoor arts and crafts marketplace. Plus enjoy live entertainment on two stages, kids’ rides and arts activities too! Free.

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Spooky Mini-Golf
Friday Oct. 3rd – Sunday Oct. 5th
Franklin Square
6th & Race Streets
Philadelphia, PA

October means the return of Spooky Mini-Golf at Franklin Square this weekend running Friday October 3rd through Sunday October 5th from 6-9pm. Phillly’s favorite mini-golf course is transformed for the Halloween season with spooky surprises, fog, and special lighting to ensure a spooktastic time for all. Tickets $7-$9.

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Hayrides to the Witches House and Pumpkinland
Linvilla Orchards
137 W. Knowlton Road
Media, PA

Linvilla Orchards kicks off the Halloween season with the return of Pumpkinland and the popular Hayrides to the Witches House running Friday October 3rd through Sunday October 5th. Families can select their pumpkins from the over 100 tons on display and enjoy fall treats and fun and then hop aboard the hayride to the witches house too. Hayrides run from 5:30-8:30pm. Pumpkinland 8am – 6pm. Free.

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Fall Fest: A Day as Unique As You!
Fellowship Farm
2488 Sanatoga Road
Pottstown, PA

Don’t miss the first ever festival in PA designed for those with Autism – Fall Fest: A Day as Unique as You. Child Guidance welcomes children and their families to a fun, social and educational event with resource tables, workshops, and therapeutically supportive areas to ensure that all enjoy a safe fun day!

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Free Family Arts Festival
Sunday October 5th
Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Art
Lenfest Plaza
118-128 Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA

The free Family Friendly Arts Festival at PAFA (the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Art) will take place on Sunday October 5th starting at 12 Noon until 5pm. Enjoy free admission to the museum along with live performances by Story Up!, Zoom Dance, and the Joe and Laura show. There will also be ample opportunity for kids and families to explore exhibits, face painting, street chalk, and enjoy a special ice cream treat and refreshments too! Free.

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Free Admission on Sunday Mornings
Sunday Oct. 5th
9:30am – 12pm
Brandywine River Museum
1 Hoffman’s Mill Road
Route 1
Chadds Ford, PA

Enjoy free admission to the beautiful Brandywine River Museum on Sunday mornings including this Sunday October 5th between 9:30am – 12pm. Free.

Weekend Phillyfun Picks: Sept. 26-28

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It’s the first official weekend of fall and the final weekend to enjoy September fun! With so much to do in and around Philly this weekend, there is no shortage of family friendly fall fun to be had!
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Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day Live!
Saturday September 27th
Museums across the region

Enjoy free admission to select museums across the Philadelphia region this Saturday September 27th in honor of Smithsonian Magazine’s Museum Day Live! Annual event. Area museums participating include the Academy of Natural Sciences, the Penn Museum, the African American Museum in Philadelphia, the Battleship New Jersey Museum and Memorial, and more. Be sure to register and download your free ticket for complimentary access to your selected museum before you go! Free.

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Pumpkin Palooza
Saturday September 27th – Sunday September 28th
11am – 5pm
The Garden State Discovery Museum
2040 Springdale Road
Cherry Hill, NJ

It’s Pumpkin Palooza this Saturday September 27th and Sunday September 28th from 11am – 5pm at the Garden State Discovery Museum and Springdale Farms! Come out to either location for the annual pumpkin palooza festival with fun and activities the whole family will enjoy including pony rides, a moon bounce, fall crafts, hayrides, corn maze, and the chance to paint a pumpkin too! All day admission is $18 and can be purchased at either location.

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Faeries and Wizards Family Festival
Saturday September 27th and Sunday September 28th
1-4pm
Camden Children’s Garden
3 Riverside Drive
Camden, NJ

Calling all faeries and wizards!! Come celebrate at the Faeries and Wizards Family Festival at the Camden Children’s Garden this Saturday September 27th and Sunday September 28th from 1-4pm. Design your own magic wands, wizard hats and fairy wings and then build your very own fairy garden to take home. Come dressed in your favorite Faerie or Wizard costume and receive a free ride ticket. $6 per person. Free for ages 2 and younger.

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Drums Along the Delaware Powwow
Saturday September 27th
10am – 5:30pm
American Swedish Historical Museum
1900 Pattison Ave
Philadelphia, PA

On Saturday September 27th head to the American Swedish Historical Museum for the 2nd Annual Drums Along the Delaware Powwow from 10am – 5:30pm. This colorful and lively powwow with a drum call and blessing of the ground will also feature a performance by Pura Fe along with native crafts and food vendors. Family admission (for four) just $10. Adults $5 each, under 12 free.

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Media Fine Arts and Crafts Festival
Saturday September 27th
10am – 5pm
State Street
Media, PA

The 2014 Media Fine Arts & Crafts Festival is happening on Saturday September 27th from 10am – 5pm on State Street in Media. Head out for a day of celebrating the arts with live music, children’s activities, raffles, crafts and more. Free and free parking.

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Oktoberfest
Saturday September 27th 12Noon – 8pm
Sunday September 28th 12Noon – 5pm
Sisters of the Holy Redeemer
521 Moredon Road
Huntingdon Valley, PA

Don’t miss the annual Oktoberfest Celebration of German Heritage at the Sisters of the Holy Redeemer this Saturday September 27th from 12 Noon – 8pm and Sunday September 28th from 12 Noon – 5pm. This free family event will feature German music, dancing, food and beer plus plenty of fall fun for the kids including hayrides, ponyrides, activities, games, crafts and more. Free. Parking donation is welcome.

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Apple Festival and Pie Eating Contest
Saturday September 27th – Sunday September 29th
9am – 5pm
Linvilla Orchards
137 W. Knowlton Road
Media, PA

The annual Apple Festival and Pie Eating Contest returns to Linvilla Orchards in Media PA this Saturday September 27th and Sunday September 28th from 9am – 5pm. This two day event hosted by Makin’ Music honors the venerable apple and the fun of autumn with apple tastings, apple picking, live music, storytime, kids games and activities and character visits too. Free.

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Free Admission on Sunday Mornings
Sunday September 28th
9:30am – 12pm
Brandywine River Museum
1 Hoffman’s Mill Road
Route 1
Chadds Ford, PA

Enjoy free admission to the beautiful Brandywine River Museum on Sunday mornings including this Sunday September 28th between 9:30am – 12pm. Free.

Weekend Phillyfun Picks: Sept. 12-14

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There is fall in the air and plenty of fun to be had for the whole family this weekend in Philadelphia! Get out and enjoy the bounty of fall celebrations and fun.

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Doylestown Arts Festival
Saturday September 13th – Sunday September 14th
10am – 5pm
Throughout Doylestown
Doylestown, PA

The annual two-day Doylestown Arts Festival running Saturday September 13th and Sunday September 14th from 10am – 5pm showcases local artisans and talent with over 160 exhibitors, demonstrations, live music and more. Plus take part in bike races for kids and adults too! Free.

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Free Admission on Sunday Mornings
Sunday September 14th
9:30am – 12pm
Brandywine River Museum
1 Hoffman’s Mill Road
Route 1
Chadds Ford, PA

Enjoy free admission to the beautiful Brandywine River Museum on Sunday mornings including this Sunday September 14th between 9:30am – 12pm. Free.

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Mt. Airy Village Fair
Sunday September 14th
11am – 4pm
6819 Greene St. & Carpenter Lane
Philadelphia, PA

Head to beautiful Mt. Airy this Sunday September 14th for the 8th Annual Mt. Airy Village Fair featuring interactive and engaging family-friendly activities and demos, live music, healthy food and more. Free.

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PECO Family Jams: Pattern Palooza
Sunday September 14th
12pm – 4pm
Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens
1020 South Street
Philadelphia, PA

Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens on South Street hosts this next family fun event in the PECO Family Jams series. Enjoy Pattern Palooza this Sunday September 14th from 12pm – 4pm. Join a family friendly tour of the gardens at 1 or 3pm and create your own masterpiece too. $7/adults, $3/kids 6-12, Free for kids five and under.

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Mexican Independence Day Festival
Sunday September 14th
1-7pm
Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing
101 S. Columbus Blvd. at Market St.
Philadelphia, PA

It’s a celebration of Mexican independence on Sunday September 14th from 1-7pm at the Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing. There will be plenty of live music, vendors, food and fun. And then after the festival the celebration continues with a live Mariachi band and fireworks show at the Spruce Street Harbor Park from 7-8pm. Free.

Weekend Phillyfun Picks – September 5th – September 7th

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It’s the first weekend of September (did you survive Back to School?)! There is much to do to celebrate this weekend with the whole family! Check out everything from fun festivals to great free museum admission and celebrations of the new Dilworth Park and so much more.

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Philadelphia Honey Festival
Saturday September 6th – Sunday September 7th
Wyck Historic House, Garden, and Farm (Saturday September 6th)
Bartram’s Gardens (Sunday September 7th)
Philadelphia, PA

The 2014 Philadelphia Honey Festival is taking place and has plenty of kid-friendly fun to be had at historic landmarks locations throughout Philadelphia this Saturday September 6th and Sunday September 7th. On Saturday September 6th bring the whole family out to Wyck Historic House, Garden, and Farm for free admission to the museum plus great children’s activities, open hive viewing and more! Then on Sunday September 7th head to Philly’s Bartram Gardens from 10am – 4pm for more honey bee funn including a Be-a-Bee pageant, Children’s Bee parade and lots more. Free.

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Free at the Kimmel: Grow Up Great
Saturday September 6th
11am – 12pm
Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts
Commonwealth Plaza
300 S. Broad St.
Philadelphia, PA

The littlest music lovers (ages 3-5) will delight in this jazz journey for kids at Free at the Kimmel: Grow Up Great happening at the Kimmel Center on Saturday September 6th at 11am. Learn all about the America’s unique jazz music style, see and try musical instruments, and even join the band and interact with the musicians! Free.

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Mushroom Festival
Saturday September 6th – Sunday September 7th
Downtown Kennett Square
101 S. Union St.
Kennett Square, PA

Head to the Kennett Square – the mushroom capital of the world right in our own backyard for the annual Kennett Square Mushroom Festival this Saturday September 6th and Sunday September 7th. There will be street vendors, farm tours, mushroom demos and tastings plus kids entertainment from the Brandywine Zoo, the Give and Take juggler, live music and more. $2 admission. $10 parking.

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Broomall Fire Company Fall Carnival
Friday September 5th – Sunday September 7th
Broomall Fire Company
10 N. Main Road
Broomall, PA

The annual Broomall Fire Company Fall Carnival takes place this Friday September 5th – Sunday September 7th. Enjoy games, rides, food and fun. Tickets $1.50 each or $25 for a block of 25 or $50 for a block of 56.

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Playtime in the Park
Saturday September 6th
11am – 4pm
Dilworth Park
Broad & Market Streets
West Side of City Hall
Philadelphia, PA

There is something for everyone at the newly opened Dilworth Park this Saturday September 6th during Playtime in the Park from 11am – 4pm. Kids will get to enjoy music and dance entertainment, the KYW Kidcast, arts and crafts from the Philly Art Center, games, storytelling, foundtain fun and lots more. Free.

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Alex’s Lemonade Stand
Saturday September 6th
12-4pm
Columbus Square Park
1200 Wharton St.
Philadelphia, PA

Come out to support Alex’s Lemonade Stand during September for National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. This Saturday September 6th from 12-4pm at Columbus Square Park enjoy a cold cup of lemonade and fun for the kiddos with a moon bounce, raffles, treats and more. Donations welcome.

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Pennsylvania Coast Day
Saturday September 6th
11am – 4pm
Penn’s Landing Marina
Columbus Ave at Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA

Celebrate Pennsylvania Coast Day at Penn’s Landing Marina this Saturday September 6th from 11am – 4pm. This free festival will feature family friendly fun celebrating Pennsylvania’s water coast. Embark on a Delaware River ferry ride, a kayak excursion, swan pedal-boat ride and more. Plus view the tug boat festival, ship tours, races and more. Kids can take part in nautical themed arts and crafts, enjoy face paint and other fun! Free.

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Chadds Ford Days
Saturday September 6th and Sunday September 7th
Chadds Ford Historical Society
1736 Creek Road
Chadds Ford, PA

Don’t miss the 49th Annual Chadds Ford Days in the beautiful Brandywine River Valley at the Chadds Ford Historical Society from 10am – 5pm this Saturday September 6th and Sunday September 7th. This community event will showcase local artists and crafters and features live entertainment, tours of the historic John Chads House and more. $5 admission for adults. Kids free.

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Bank of America Museums on Us
Saturday September 6th – Sunday September 7th
Participating Museums in the Philadelphia area

Bank of America again is sponsoring Museums on Us with free entry to many of the region’s best museums on the first full weekend of each month including this weekend this Saturday September 6th and Sunday September 7th for valid Bank of America cardholders. Select participating museums from the region include African American Museum, National Constitution Center, Philadelphia Museum of Art, Allentown Art Museum, Garden State Discovery Museum, Wheaton Arts & Cultural Center, Noyes Museum of Art, Delaware Art Museum, Delaware Museum of Natural History, and Winterthur. Check the website for full list of participating museums. Free.

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Pay What You Wish Admission
Sunday September 7th
Philadelphia Museum of Art
2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA

It’s the first weekend of the month so that means Pay What You Wish admission all day at the Philadelphia Museum of Art on Sunday September 7th. Enjoy the Museum’s vast galleries and treasures. Kids 12 and under always free. Adult admission is Pay What You Wish on the first Sunday of the month.

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Free Admission on Sunday Mornings
Sunday September 7th
9:30am – 12pm
Brandywine River Museum
1 Hoffman’s Mill Road
Route 1
Chadds Ford, PA

Enjoy free admission to the beautiful Brandywine River Museum on Sunday mornings including this Sunday September 7th between 9:30am – 12pm. Free.

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Lansdowne Arts Festival
Saturday September 6th – Sunday September 7th
21st Century Club
84 S. Lansdowne Ave
Lansdowne, PA

The 12th Annual Lansdowne Arts Festival takes place this Saturday September 6th and Sunday September 7th at the beautiful 21st Century Club in Lansdowne PA. Come out with the kiddos for two days of live music, arts and crafts, and more. Free.

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9th Annual Greenfest Philly
Sunday September 7th
10am – 4pm
Headhouse Square
2nd & South Streets
Philadelphia, PA

Don’t miss Philly’s largest environmental festival, Greenfest Philly, happening this Sunday September 7th from 10am – 4pm at Headhouse Square on 2nd & South Streets. Come out to view over 100 eco-friendly vendors, local and organic food trucks, a sustainably-brewed beer garden, live local music, plus a kids corner with crafts, activities and more. Free.

Weekend Phillyfun Picks: August 22-24

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Get your summer fun in now before the school year starts again soon! So much to do in and around Philly this weekend. Check out this weekend’s phillyfun picks with everything from Country Fests at the Elmwood Zoo to Obon Festivals, Butterfly Festivals, kid-friendly happy hours and so much more!

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NEST Happy Hour
Friday August 22nd
4:00 – 6:00 pm
NEST Philadelphia
1301 Locust Street
Philadelphia, PA

Come out for a kid-friendly Happy Hour on Friday August 22nd from 4-6pm at NEST Philadelphia. Bring a bottle of your favorite spirit and enjoy free mixers provided by NEST, a punch and snacks for the kids, and shopping for the adults too featuring Stella & Dot jewelry and accessories. Free.

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Country Fest
Friday August 22nd
5:30 – 8:30 pm
Elmwood Park Zoo
1681 Harding Blvd.
Norristown, PA

Put on your country finest and join Philly’s country station 92.5 WXTU at the Elmwood Park Zoo for an evening of country-themed activities including petting barns, live country music and dancing, mechanical bull riding, food, drinks and more. $9 for adults, $7 for kids.

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Butterfly Festival
Saturday August 23rd
10am – 2pm
Tyler Arboretum
515 Painter Road
Media, PA

Don’t miss the annual Butterfly Festival happening at Tyler Arboretum this Saturday August 23rd from 10am – 2pm. Visit the Tyler Butterfly House to see live butterflies in all stages of their life-cycle. Get up close with plants that attract our fluttering friends and watch monarch tagging demonstrations (every 30 minutes starting at 10:30am) Learn about garden insects and enjoy the secret life of bees with the bee-keeping exhibit. Enjoy theme-related crafts and more. Free with admission. $11 for adults, $7 for youth, children under 3 free.

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Tomato & Pear Festival
Saturday August 23rd
8am – 5pm
Linvilla Orchards
137 W. Knowlton Road
Media, PA

It’s the return of the annual Tomato & Pear Festival at Linvilla Orchards this Saturday August 23rd from 8am – 5pm. Enjoy a fun-filled and educational day with pick-your own experiences, live music, visits with costumed characters, tomato tasting, a juggling jester and the Radio Disney Road Crew, too. Free.

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Chocolate & Vanilla Festival
Saturday August 23rd – Sunday August 24th
1pm – 4pm
Camden Children’s Garden
3 Riverside Dr.
Camden, NJ

There’s something for everyone at the Chocolate & Vanilla Festival at the Camden Children’s Garden this Saturday August 23rd and Sunday August 24th from 1-4pm. Vote for your favorite ice cream flavor, take a tropical smell test, enjoy make and take crafts and educational activities and more! $6. Free for kids 2 and younger.

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Art Splash: Medieval Works
Friday August 22nd – Sunday August 24th
Philadelphia Museum of Art
2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA

Families explore, create and play all summer long with the Art-Splash program offered at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Enjoy this second to last weekend of Art Splash fun running this weekend Friday August 22nd – Sunday August 24th featuring Medieval Works. Kids and families get to “Meet the Masterpieces” as treasures from the museum’s collection are featured and come to life through play and hands-on activities. Museum admission for kids 12 and under is always free. Adult admission $23.50.

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Free Admission on Sunday Mornings
Sunday August 24th
9:30am – 12pm
Brandywine River Museum
1 Hoffman’s Mill Road & Route 1
Chadds Ford, PA

Enjoy free admission to the beautiful Brandywine River Museum on Sunday mornings including this Sunday August 24th between 9:30am – 12pm. Free.

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Philadelphia Obon Festival
Sunday August 24th
2pm – 5pm
Clark Park
4398 Chester Ave
Philadelphia, PA

Bring the whole family out to Clark Park on Sunday August 24th from 2-5pm for the Philadelphia Obon Festival, a happy summer gathering to honor the dead. Listen to taiko drumming, try Japanese tea and sweets, sample Japanese street food, play traditional Japanese games and participate in the traditional folk dance Bon-Odori. Free.

Target Community Night at The Franklin Institute

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Screen Shot 2014-08-20 at 9.08.10 AM Tonight Wednesday August 19th is Target Community Night at The Franklin Institute! Everyone is welcome to join in the fun at these FREE educational and fun-filled science extravaganzas sponsored by Target. Experience The Franklin Institute’s famous exhibitions, special programs, and themed activities. Target Community Nights are from 5:00PM-8:00PM, on the third Wednesday of the month unless otherwise specified. Admission is free and there is no need to pre-register. Doors open at 5:00PM. Check in at the registration table for a chance to win a free Family Membership! Guest are asked to park in our garage for a discounted rate of $6 for the evening. The garage is located at 271 North 21st Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103.

Weekend Phillyfun Picks: August 15-17

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Lots to do in Philly this wekened – enjoy everything from Indian festivals to family fun with a bite at Shark Week Live!, the Philadelphia Folk Festival and much more!

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Shark Week Live!
Friday August 15th – Sunday August 17th
Adventure Aquarium
1 Riverside Dr
Camden, NJ

It’s the final weekend of Adventure Aquarium’s Shark Week Live running Friday August 15th – Sunday August 17th. Check out rarely exhibited species to unique share encounters and experiences for the whole family. Free with admission. Adults $25.95, children ages 2-12 $18.95, under 2 free.

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53rd Annual Philadelphia Folk Festival
Friday August 15th – Sunday August 17th
Old Pool Farm
1323 Salford Station Road
Schwenksville, PA

Don’t miss the 53rd Annual Philadelphia Folk Festival happening this weekend in Schwenksville PA. Bring the whole family out for music, fun and more with day long family programming at Dulcimer Grove including entertainment by the Give and Take Jugglers, kids creations and crafts, family music and more. Tickets $29 and up.

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Festival of India
Saturday August 16th
1pm
Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing
101 South Columbus Blvd. at Market St.
Philadelphia, PA

The 21st annual Festival of India will highlight the colorful multi-faceted culture of India through art, music, dance, and cuisine and lots of family fun on Saturday August 16th starting at 1pm at the Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing. Free.

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9th Annual Collingswood Crafts and Fine Art
Saturday August 16th – Sunday August 17th
Haddon Ave.
Collingswood, NJ

The 9th Annual Collingswood Crafts and Fine Art Festival takes place on historic Haddon Avenue this Saturday August 16th and Sunday August 17th from 10am – 5pm rain or shine. Come out for over 150 juried crafts and artisans, live entertainment, great food and more. Free.

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Art Splash: Trip Around The World
Friday August 15th – Sunday August 17th
Philadelphia Museum of Art
2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA

Families can explore, create and play at the Philadelphia Museum’s Art-Splash family programs running Friday August 15th – Sunday August 17th. Kids and families get to “Meet the Masterpieces” all summer long as treasures from the museum’s collection are featured and come to life through play and hands-on activities. Museum admission for kids 12 and under is always free. Adult admission $23.50.

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ArtSee: Picnic in the Parkway
Friday August 15th – Sunday August 17th
The Barnes Foundation
2025 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA

Enjoy a weekend of family fun at The Barnes Foundation for their ArtSee: Picnic in the Parkway this Friday August 15th from 5-7pm, Saturday August 16th from 11am-1pm, and Sunday August 17th from 1-3pm. In the spirit of Cezanne’s apples and other delicious subjects enjoy picnic themed fun by drawing a foodie-delight still life, embellishing a picnic bag and create custom picnic placements. Free drop in tickets at admission desk. Gallery admission not included.

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Free Admission on Sunday Mornings
Sunday August 17th
9:30am – 12pm
Brandywine River Museum
1 Hoffman’s Mill Road
Route 1
Chadds Ford, PA

Enjoy free admission to the beautiful Brandywine River Museum on Sunday mornings including this Sunday August 17th between 9:30am – 12pm. Free.

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Caribbean Festival
Sunday August 17th
Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing
101 South Columbus Blvd. at Market St.
Philadelphia, PA

The 28th Annual Caribbean Festival takes place this Sunday August 17th starting at 12pm at the Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing. Free. The festival will feature a Caribbean workshop, children’s corner, and a marketplace and music from across the Caribbean islands. Free.

Family Fun at the Philadelphia Folk Festival

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The 53rd annual Philadelphia Folk Festival, the longest running music festival of its kind in the entire country, takes place starting tomorrow August 14th – Sunday August 17th. Head to Schwenksville, Pennsylvania this weekend to catch great performers, vendors and artists and enjoy some family fun with the kids too.

In addition to the great acts on several stages for the adults there will be day-long family fun at Dulcimer Grove with the Give and Take Jugglers, kids creations and crafts, live performances and more! And on Sunday August 17th the Folk Festival welcomes WXPN Kids Corner starting at 12 Noon.

Tickets to the 53rd Annual Philadelphia Folk Festival are offered as single day or all-festival tickets starting at $29. For a full schedule of ticket pricing and availability or to purchase tickets see https://www.pfs.org/folk-festival/tickets

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The Philadelphia Folk Festival runs Thursday August 14th – Sunday August 17th and is located at Old Pool Farm Corner of Salford Station Rd. & Clemmers Mill Roads 1323 Salford Station Rd., Schwenksville, PA 19473

Weekend Phillyfun Picks: Aug 8 – 10

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A beautiful summer weekend is ahead and lots to do in our great city. There’s everything from Mary Poppins Sing-alongs to peach festivals, the PA Dutch Festival and more so get out and enjoy one of these fun family events this weekend!

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25th Annual Pennsylvania Dutch Festival
Friday August 8 – Saturday August 9
Reading Terminal Market
51 N. 12th Street
Philadelphia, PA

Celebrate the traditions foods and crafts of the Pennsylvania Dutch at the 25th annual Dutch Festival happening at Saturday August 9th from 8am – 5pm at Reading Terminal Market. Come out to try delicious homemade ice cream, Pennsylvania Dutch sausages, apple dumplings, funnel cakes, and lots more. Free.

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle Day
Saturday August 9th
1pm
Martial Arts Demonstration and Ninja Training
Rittenhouse Square
1805 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA

Get Pop-Cultured this Saturday August 9th at 1pm at Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Day at participating Barnes and Noble bookstores including Rittenhouse Square with a Ninja Turtles themed day featuring a martial arts demonstration, meet and greet with Raphael and April and storytime and crafts too and lots more. Free.

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Peach, Pirate & Princess Festival
Saturday August 9th – Sunday August 10th
1-4pm
Camden Children’s Garden
3 Riverside Drive
Camden, NJ

It’s a celebration of peaches, pirates and princesses this weekend at the Camden Children’s Garden! Celebrate Jersey’s favorite summer fruit with special crafts, a treasure hunt, and a planting activity. And kids are invited to dress in their favorite Princess and Pirate costumes for special themed crafts. Special live performances both days featuring Snow White on Saturday and classical scores for families on Sunday. $6, free for kids 2 and younger.

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Art Splash: Mythological Mischief
Friday August 8th – Sunday August 9th
Philadelphia Museum of Art
2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA

Families can explore, create and play all summer long with the new Art Splash program running Friday August 8th – Sunday August 10th. Kids and families get to “Meet the Masterpieces” all summer long as ten treasures from the museum’s collection are featured and come to life through play and hands-on activities. Museum admission for kids 12 and under is always free. Adult admission $23.50.

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Peach Festival
Saturday August 9th
8am – 6pm
Linvilla Orchards
137 W. Knowlton Road
Media, PA

The annual Peach Festival is taking place this Saturday August 9th at Linvilla Orchards in Media PA. Come out for live music, special meet and greets with favorite characters, peach themed crafts and activities, a hula hoop contest and more. Free. Some attractions ticketed.

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Free Admission on Sunday Mornings
Sunday August 10th
9:30am – 12pm
Brandywine River Museum
1 Hoffman’s Mill Road
Route 1
Chadds Ford, PA

Enjoy free admission to the beautiful Brandywine River Museum on Sunday mornings including this Sunday August 10th between 9:30am – 12pm. Free.

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Summer and S’mores
Sunday August 10th
3-5pm
Riverbend
1950 Spring Mill Road
Gladwyne, PA

Head to Riverbend Education Center in Gladwyne on Sunday August 10th from 3pm – 5pm to celebrate National S’mores Day with a fun family nature exploration and campfire complete with s’mores toasting. Donations welcome.

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Sundays on Stage: The Principles of Hip Hop
Sunday August 10th
2pm
Free Library of Philadelphia
1901 Vine St.
Philadelphia, PA

Kids will learn all about The Principles of Hip Hop at The Free Library of Philadelphia’s Sundays on Stage program on Sunday August 10th at 2pm at the Vine Street Main Branch. Using dance, interactive lecture and interactive audience participation, Hip Hop Fundamentals dancers will work with kids of all ages to inspire and entertain. Free.

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PECO Family Jams: Treasure Jars
Sunday August 10th
12 Noon – 4pm
Philadelphia Magic Gardens
1020 South Street
Philadelphia, PA

Don’t miss the PECO Family Jams family program at the Philadelphia Magic Gardens on Sunday August 10th between 12 Noon and 4pm. Bring the kiddos for family friendly tours of the gardens at 1 and 3pm and to decorate their very own treasure jar with glass gems in all colors of the rainbow. Free with admission. $7 for adults, $3 for ages 6-12 and free for children 5 and under.

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Family Movie Sing-Alongs
Sunday August 10th
6:30pm
Newtown Theatre
120 N. State Street
Newown, PA

Enjoy a family movie sing-along to the classic film Mary Poppins at the Newtown Theatre this Sunday August 10th at 6:30pm. Plus dress up for the costume contest, enjoy prizes, prop bags and more! $10 for adults, $7 for kids.

Weekend Phillyfun Picks August 1 – 3

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Happy August! There is much to do on this first weekend of the month in and around Philly from Olaf sing alongs to Marvel Day, African festivals and more! So get out and enjoy the weekend with the kiddos!

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Frozen Friday: Cool Off with Olaf!
Friday August 1st
7pm
Participating Barnes & Noble Stores including:
Rittenhouse Square, 1805 Walnut Street
Broomall, 1991 Sproul Road
Cherry Hill, 911 Haddonfield Road

Enjoy story time, a Frozen sing-along, crafts and activities with everyone’s favorite snowman – Olaf! at participating Barnes & Noble stores in the region at 7pm on Friday August 1st. Free.

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Garces Free Community Health Day
Saturday August 2nd
9am – 2pm
The Lenfest Center
3890 N. 10th Street
Philadelphia, PA

The Garces Foundation hosts its free quarterly Community Health Day at The Lenfest Center this Saturday August 2nd from 9am – 2pm. Bring friends and family out for medical screenings for high blood pressure, diabetes, and cholesterol. Medical physicals, healthcare resources and dental care (limited). Free.

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Marvel Day
Saturday August 2nd
Participating Barnes & Noble Stores including:
Rittenhouse Square, 1805 Walnut Street
Broomall, 1991 Sproul Road

Get “Pop-Cultured” this Saturday August 2nd at Marvel Day at participating Barnes and Noble bookstores with a super celebration of Marvel’s 75th Anniversary with giveaways, activities and more including a chance to win special Marvel prizes too. Free.

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Family Camp Out
Saturday August 2nd – Sunday August 3rd
Riverbend
1950 Spring Mill Road
Gladwyne, PA

Want to get a taste of what camping could be like for your family? Check out the family camp-out this weekend Saturday August 2nd – Sunday August 3rd at Riverbend. Perfect for the first time camper, Riverbend staff help you set up your tent, build the campfire and provide the food. Plus enjoy a night time activity for families too. $80/family. Email or call scarr@riverbendeec.org or 610-527-5234 108 to pre-register.

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Art Splash: Mixed Up Music
Friday August 1st – Sunday August 3rd
Philadelphia Museum of Art
2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA

Families can explore, create and play all summer long with the new Art-Splash program running Friday August 1st – Sunday August 3rd. Kids and families get to “Meet the Masterpieces” all summer long as ten treasures from the museum’s collection are featured and come to life through play and hands-on activities. Museum admission for kids 12 and under is always free. Adult admission $23.50.

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Philadelphia Theme Night
Saturday August 2nd
7pm
Campbell’s Field
401 Delaware Ave
Camden, NJ

Families can enjoy a Philadelphia Theme Night on Saturday August 2nd at Campbell’s Field before the Camden Riversharks Game at 7:05pm. Special in game promotions include many giveaways, activities, and even appearances by Benjamin Franklin and Betsy Ross. The first 500 children under 12 will receive a mini bat. All fans who wear a Philadelphia themed sports jersey will get in free. After the game will be fireworks and kids run the bases.

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Free Admission on Sunday Mornings
Sunday August 3rd
9:30am – 12:00pm
Brandywine River Museum
1 Hoffman’s Mill Road
Route 1
Chadds Ford, PA

Enjoy free admission to the beautiful Brandywine River Museum on Sunday mornings including this Sunday August 3 between 9:30am – 12pm. Free.

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StoryUP!
Sunday August 3rd
10am – 1pm
Philly Improv Theater
2030 Sansom Street
Second Stage (2nd Floor)
Philadelphia, PA

StoryUP!  and the Philly Improv Theater team up on Sunday August 3rd from 10am – 1pm to present an interactive storytelling show where the kids provide the ideas for a magical and hysterical adventure. Receommended for 5 and up. Tickets $8-$10.

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ACANA African Festival
Sunday August 3rd
2-8pm
Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing
101 South Columbus Blvd. ta Market St
Philadelphia PA

Don’t miss the ACANA African Festival this Sunday August 3rd from 2-8pm.This outdoor concert features artists, groups and dance troupes from around the African continent to perform. Plus enjoy African food vendors and traditional and modern African clothing