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Discover the best family-friendly indoor activities around Philly this summer, from museums and aquariums to mini golf, virtual reality and more.

Looking for family-friendly things to do in Philly this weekend? Morris Arboretum, outdoor movies, RiverRink Summerfest and Longwood Gardens are among the top picks.

Reading Terminal Market's Ice Cream Festival returns Aug. 15 with local ice cream vendors, exclusive desserts, family activities and eating contests.

Known Associates brings inventive drinks, chef-driven food and a fresh take on the neighborhood cocktail bar to Center City's dining scene.

Franklin Square celebrates 20 years with a free birthday bash featuring family activities, birthday treats, carousel deals and a Chinese Lantern Festival scavenger hunt.

Find the best Christmas in July events around Philly, from River Twice's holiday dinners and a festive bar crawl to Sesame Place and family fun.

Yardley resident Becky Libourel Diamond explores the historical significance of City Tavern in Philadelphia in her latest book.

Theatre in the X brings 'For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide / When the Rainbow Is Enuf' to Malcolm X Park for four free performances in West Philadelphia.

Wawa is offering one free any-size coffee to Philadelphia customers on Monday, July 20, in honor of its late founder Dick Wood. 

The BlackStar Film Festival returns next month for its 15th anniversary, bringing with it a space to celebrate Black, Brown, and Indigenous visual storytelling once again.

The Philadelphia Fringe Festival has unveiled its 2026 lineup, featuring more than 330 performances across nearly 100 venues during its 30th anniversary.

‘Ride or Die’ is Prime Video's new action-comedy series premiering this week. The eight-episode adventure pairs sharp humor with globe-trotting plots through lifelong friends Debbie (Octavia Spencer) and Judith (Hannah Waddingham).

Explore Piecing it Together, a free Philadelphia art exhibition celebrating the city's landscapes, history and communities through the work of local artists.

Looking for weekend plans? From food festivals and fireworks to unlimited water ice and live music, we've rounded up some of the best events happening around Philly.

Philadelphia is celebrating National Ice Cream Day with free scoops, boozy sundaes, limited-edition flavors and local collaborations across the region.

Bluebird Distilling's $2.2 million transformation brings scratch-made pizza, handcrafted cocktails and a fresh new dining experience to Phoenixville.

Queen Village Restaurant Week returns July 24-Aug. 9 with prix fixe menus at top Philadelphia restaurants, including The Twisted Tail, Capri and Bridget Foy's.

Manayunk's Stroll After Hours returns every Thursday through July 30 with live music, outdoor movies, food trucks, family activities and local vendors.

Philadelphia students explore 250 years of history through nearly 200 original works in PAFA's Fresh Perspectives exhibition, celebrating America's 250th.

The Wicked Gluten Free Expo & Food Festival returns to Oaks this month with 110-plus vendors, celiac-safe foods, cooking demos, family activities, and gluten-free favorites.

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