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Thrill to Spooky Mini Golf at Franklin Square. Photo courtesy of Historic Philadelphia

40+ Top Halloween Events for Philly Kids in 2020

Here are our picks for the best Halloween activities and events happening throughout the Philly...

Pick the perfect pumpkin at Shady Brook Farm. Photo by Bill Johnson courtesy of Visit Philadelphia

Things To Do in Philly this Weekend & Beyond: Pumpkin Palooza, Trick-or-Treat, and Fall Festivals

Pick a pumpkin, ride a train, or catch a harvest fest with Philly kids.

Fall pumpkin picking at Johnson's Corner Farm. Photo courtesy the farm

Best Pumpkin Patches Near Philly and Pumpkin Picking for Families

Find the perfect pumpkin at one of these local farms.

Take a hayride and visit with Linvilla Orchards' friendly witch. Photo courtesy of Linvilla Orchards

37 Fun Fall Activities to Do with Philly Kids

Enjoy these great autumn things to do with families in the Philadelphia area and beyond.

Guide to Classes for Kids in Philadelphia

Stay safe and have fun with awesome classes for kids in Philadelphia, from fully virtual enrichment...

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Cherry Crest Adventure Farm's corn maze in Ronks was voted tops in the nation. Photo by Kristen Sullivan

Best Fall Corn Mazes Near Philly for Hayrides, Pumpkins, and More

Families in the Philly area can get lost in the fun of these great corn mazes.

Fall Festival Fun. Photo courtesy of Froehlich's Farm

12 Fall Festivals Near Philly for Harvest Fun in 2020

Fill up your family calendar with these fall festivals!

Enjoy picking and other family-friendly activities at Johnson's Corner Farm. Photo courtesy of the farm

Best Apple Picking Orchards Near Philadelphia for Kids

With fall looming, here are our favorite pick-your-own apple orchards in the Philly area.

Enjoy the wildflower meadow at Delaware Canal State Park near the Giving Pond. Photo courtesy of PA DCNR

Best PA State Parks with Kid-friendly Hikes and Attractions

Enjoy a hike, wildlife, or even camping at these nearby parks.

Virtual and Online Guide for Family Fun

Find fun online classes, entertainment, and more virtual things to do.

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Kids can hang with the barnyard animals at Cherry Crest Adventure Farm. Photo courtesy the farm

Meet the Animals: Zoos and Animal Farms Near Philly

Check out these recently reopened Philly-area zoos and barnyards.

The spacious Freedom Playground in Haverford lets kids' imaginations run wild. Photo courtesy the playground

Guide to Playgrounds & Parks in Philadelphia

New playgrounds, parks with shade, and more outdoor fun for Philly families.

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Homeschool & Online Learning Resources for Families

We'll help you navigate a complex school year with these tools and resources.

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These free online classes and educational resources are perfect for homeschooling and remote learning..

30+ (Mostly FREE) Online Learning Resources, Apps, and Games for Kids

Supplement distance learning with these online lessons, apps, and more.

Kid-Friendly Outdoor Restaurants in Philly

Discover our favorite Philly outdoor dining spots that are perfect for kids.

Farms & U-Pick in the Philly Area

Feed the farm animals, pick fruit, or enjoy seasonal festivals at these local farms.

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As families prepare for the uncertainty of the school year, many are looking to learning pods.

How to Create a Homeschool Pod or School Pod: Top Things to Consider

Pandemic pods are one more option for a fraught school year.

Guide to Classes for Kids in Philadelphia

Stay safe and have fun with awesome classes for kids in Philadelphia, from fully virtual enrichment...

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The Key Largo Campground in Florida is located on 40 acres of tropical foliage. Photo courtesy of the campground

10 East Coast Beach Camping Sites from Florida to Maine

Is there anything better than waking up to the sound of the ocean?

You’ll enjoy 8 miles of FUN, splashing, paddling, and laughing at Jim Thorpe RIver Adventures!

Tubing and Water Rafting Adventures for Philly Families

Hit the river for a relaxing family tube ride.

Sesame Place and its water park have reopened for summer 2020!

Best Amusement Parks Near Philadelphia for Preschoolers

How many of these preschooler-approved amusement parks has your family been to?

Photo by Thomas Hawk, via Flickr/Creative Commons

Drive-in Movie Theaters Near Philly and Outdoor Movies Playing Now

Drive-in movies are perfect summer night family entertainment (especially in a pandemic)!

Pack some paper and pencils in your backpack for a nature scavenger hunt. Photo by Melissa Hillier/Flickr

17 Camping Games to Play with Kids

From sleeping bag races to trek pole limbo, these camping games are sure to entertain.

Let's Go Camping! Family-Friendly Campgrounds Near Philadelphia

Enjoy the great outdoors with the entire family at these Philly area campgrounds.

Fight the restlessness of quarantine, join in for LIVE ONLINE YogiKids classes held every day, twice a day!!! Photo courtesy of Yogi Nation

Find Free and Affordable Online Classes, Parties, and Camps on Poppins@Home

Explore tons of virtual free and low-cost fun with our new platform.

The Colors of Us can help kids talk about race and see differences as strengths.

21 Kids' Books About Racism, By Age

Books can help parents and kids wade through a difficult time and complex issue.

Even if it's cloudy and raining outside, you can create sunshine and rainbows inside.

50 Indoor Activities for Kids on a Rainy Day

Try one of these boredom-busting activities to turn a stuck-at-home day into a lasting memory.

Birthday Parties in Quarantine: Ways To Celebrate with Kids while Social Distancing

Birthday? How about a drive-by parade, a Zoom party, or a Broadway show from home?

Have some out-of-this-world fun with our list of favorite toddler activities!

30+ Toddler Activities to Keep Little Ones Busy (and Happy) at Home

Prevent those toddler tantrums with our list of favorite activities!

Kids as young as age 10 can help load and unload the dishwasher.

Chore Charts for Kids: Age-by-Age Lists and Free Printables

There's no better time to enlist your kids help with housework. Here are age-appropriate tasks.

Pull out a block, place it on top but don't let the tower fall in the fun and challenging Jenga.

Best Board Games for All Ages: Two Dozen Picks for Family Game Night

Pandemic playtime is lots of fun with these all-ages pleasing picks.

Best Podcasts for Kids Staying In: Funny, Smart, and Scientific Podcasts

There's never been a better time for podcasts. Prepare to download.

Boredom Busters for Kids

Crafts, recipes, games, projects, and experiments to spark kids' imaginations!

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65 Life Skills to Teach Kids at Every Age

It's not a bad time to go back to basics, especially when we have the kids' full attention.

Fan favorite Frozen 2 got an early release thanks to coronavirus. Photo courtesy of Disney

Best Kids' TV Shows and Movies To Stream in Quarantine

Kids deserve a little escapism too!

Creating a baking soda volcano is a classic science experiment for kids. Photo by Sara Marentette Nighswander

64 Easy Science Experiments for Kids to Do at Home

Execute mind-blowing science experiments with stuff you have around the house.

Code.org is a great jumping off point for kids new to programming.

Coding Programs for Kids: Free and Cheap Websites That Teach Kids Programming

These online programs teach your kid how to code, build websites, apps, and more.

Kids can while away hours of a day with a set of watercolors and a stack of new paper for painting.

Crafts for Kids: 100 Awesome Art Projects for Creative At-Home Fun

Bookmark this blockbuster list of arts and crafts and never run out of ideas for creative play.

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