The Kids Calendar
Now & Soon
Heads up at the Constitution Center — “Be a Civic Hero!” opened Sep 16 on the front lawn — a free, permanent outdoor installation for young kids, with a little free library of 100+ children's books. source
Heads up at the Art Museum — Marcel Duchamp thru Jan 31, 2027 — 300+ works, the first major U.S. Duchamp retrospective in 50+ years. $35 timed ticket includes museum admission; Fri–Mon it covers the Rodin Museum too. Members free. source
Heads up at the Seaport Museum — Spooky Seaport Saturday Oct 24, 10am–2pm — candy and treats from the teen ambassadors, pirate names aboard the Olympia, a sea-monster scavenger hunt. Free with admission; costumes get 10% off the gift shop. source
Heads up in #halloween — Visit Philly's 2026 guide to haunted houses, attractions and ghost tours — Eastern State, Fright Factory, Lincoln Mill, Fort Mifflin, Laurel Hill. The haunted houses run thru Nov 7. Visit Philly
Heads up at the Penn Museum — 15th annual CultureFest! Día de los Muertos Sat Oct 24, 10am–4pm — a monumental ofrenda, artisan marketplace, bilingual storytelling, free pan de muerto samples at 3:15. Included with admission. source
Mister John's Music Halloween Block Party
Spooktacular Science Day
Heads up at Franklin Square — Trick-or-Treat Street Sat Oct 24, 11am–1pm, free, ages 10 and under — registration is full, limited walk-ups. Trick-or-Treat Street
Coming Up
Today · October 24
Kayak Excursions (Eco Tours)
Heads up at Smith Playground — Barely Scary Halloween Sat Oct 24, 3–6pm. Winter hours: Tues–Sun 10am–5pm, closed Mondays. Barely Scary Halloween
Halloween Hikes and Hayrides
Community Board Game Night
Spellbound: A Circus Spectacle (family Haunted Circus)
Tomorrow · October 25
Heads up at FDR Park — Southeast Asian Market's last day of 2026 is Sat Oct 31 — Sat–Sun 10am–6pm, 70+ vendors at Picnic Area 11 near the Taney baseball field. Closed on Eagles game days. Market FAQ
Sensory-Friendly Day
Sensory Friendly Day: Halloween Edition
Biking Level 1: Adults’ Learn-to-Ride (16+)
Guided Site Tour
Free Bike Rentals
D&D 101 & one-shot D&D sessions
Heads up at Hudson Table — Hands-on classes for various skill levels in Northern Liberties — paella, churros, and the Chef's Competition, two chefs facing off Iron Chef-style in a four-course battle. Visit Philly
HALLOWEEN SUGAR COOKIE DECORATING (Recommended ages 6-12) (DROP OFF)
Reported recurring event — posted on a schedule, not verified. Confirm before going.
Monday · October 26
Guided Site Tour
Wednesday · October 28
Free Family Fishing at FDR Park
Thursday · October 29
Guided Site Tour
WeWalk PHL Thursday Walking Group
Reported recurring event — posted on a schedule, not verified. Confirm before going.
Saturday · October 31
Step Out Walk: Philadelphia
Biking Level 1: Adults’ Learn-to-Ride (16+)
Heads up in #fitness — The Rocky Run, Sat Nov 14 — 10-miler, 5K and half marathon; ~40,000 runners expected from all 50 states and 75 countries. Visit Philly
Free Bike Rentals
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