Ultimate Guide to Spring Activities for Kids in Philly

Philly springs into action when the weather gets warm, with all kinds of new adventures to enjoy the outdoors. From nature walks to train rides to performances and playgrounds, there are so many ways for Philly families to fill these longer days. Here are over 40 spring activities in Philly for kids to make the most of spring fever.

For more Spring activities, check out our Spring Festivals and Fairs Guide and our Spring Activities Guide.

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Free Spring Activities in Philadelphia for Kids and Families

1. Jam out at Philadelphia Children's Festival

University City's annual children's fest is back, with a line-up of performances and creative play activities.

2. Get Festive at Spring Fest

Put some spring in your step at Roxborough's annual festival featuring local artists, musical acts, balloon artists, kids' games, and more.

3. Check out Naturepalooza at the Schuylkill Center

Head to Naturepalooza on April 26 for guided hikes, arts and crafts, and more free fun!

4. Celebrate Earth Month

Help clean up and celebrate the environment with a service project every Saturday in April at Newlin Grist Mill.

5. Explore Nature

Get outside and explore nature, or hike through one of Pennsylvania's State Parks.

6. Stroll through Sister Cities Park

Philly's favorite wading pond reopens in late April, so pack a picnic, take a dip, and frolic through the discovery garden.

7. Climb Kids' Castle

Take a royal trip to Doylestown to climb an eight-story wooden castle in a 108-acre park.

8. Go Chasing Waterfalls

Who knew there were so many magical waterfalls nearby to investigate on a family day trip.

9. Visit Bartram's Garden

Explore the gardens and stroll along the Tidal Schuylkill River, where you can also go boating, canoeing, and paddling.

The Shofuso Cherry Blossom Fest in Fairmount Park is not to be missed.

Outdoor Spring Adventures in Philly

10. Check out the Subaru Cherry Blossom Fest

Take in the cherry blossoms at Shofuso House. This family-friendly festival features taiko drumming, mullticultural musical performances, and more

11. Wander through Winterthur

Visit Winterthur's Enchanted Woods, or join in for Daffodil Day or Spring Fling.

12. Dine on the Delaware

Philly's largest outdoor restaurant, Liberty Point, opens in late April for a family-friendly dining experience right on the Delaware Waterfront.

13. Frolic through Franklin Square

Play a round of mini-golf, ride the carousel, and peruse the playground.

14. Smell the Spring Blooms at Longwood Gardens

Smell the flowers of Longwood Garden's Spring Blooms display, the perfect place to spend a spring day.

15. Swing by Sesame Place

Hang with Elmo, Cookie, Abby, and the rest of the gang. Take a ride, splash in the water, wave at a parade, and hug your favorite Sesame Street friends.

16. Dutch Wonderland Day Trip

Pack up the car and head to Lancaster. Visit Dutch Wonderland while you're there, which opens for the season on April 5th.

17. Dig at Diggerland

Kids operate real equipment, ride construction-themed rides, and live out their dump-trucking, excavating, bull-dozing dreams.

18. Play-A-Palooza

Get playful at Smith Memorial Playground's annual Play-A-Palooza, with music, dance, and community partners celebrating the start of playground season.

17. Hop a Spring Hayride

Take a spring hayride at Linvilla Orchards--you might even spot the Easter Bunny's house.

18. Adventure to Storybook Land

A theme park dedicated to fairy tales and nursery rhymes right outside of Philly is a perfect day trip for the littles. Visit around Easter to catch your favorite bunny.

19. Roller Skate Outside

The city's ice skating rinks go retro when spring arrives, welcoming roller skaters at Dilworth Park and Blue Cross RiverRink.

Climb aboard the most famous train from the island of Sodor as Thomas the Tank Engine pulls into Strasburg Rail Road.

20. Ride Thomas the Train

A Day Out with Thomas returns this spring to the Strasburg Railroad to make your Sodor-loving kid's dreams come true.

21. Go Shopping at Dilworth Park

Don't miss Philadelphia Marketplace with revolving vendors every Friday and Saturday beginning May 2nd and running all through the summer.

22. Go on an Adventure at Hellerick's Adventure Farm

Hellerick's has so much to do including climbing walls, aerial trails, mini golf, goats, and more!

23. Celebrate the Strawberry

Head to Peddler's Village for a week long celebration of your favorite red berry!

24. See the New Topiaries at the Philadelphia Zoo

Discover ZOOtopiaries at the Philadelphia Zoo brought to you by Pennsylvania Horticultural Society.

25. Visit a World of Sculptures

Grounds for Sculpture features almost 300 sculptures, some of which are 25-feet tall!

Find fun in

Shofuso Japanese House and Garden

Franklin Institute

Storybook Land

Strasburg Railroad

LEGOLAND Discovery Center Philadelphia

Awbury Arboretum

Diggerland

Dutch Wonderland

Smith Memorial Playground

Winterthur

Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education

Sesame Place

Museum of Illusions

Newlin Grist Mill

Sister Cities

Franklin Square

Kids' Castle

Longwood Gardens

Bartram Gardens

Linvilla Orchard

Boathouse Row

Philadelphia Museum of Art

Citizens Bank Park

Philadelphia Zoo

Elmwood Park Zoo

Woodmere Art Museum

Philadelphia Magic Gardens

Blue Cross River Rink Delaware River Waterfront

Dilworth Park

Longwood Gardens

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Free Spring Activities in Philadelphia for Kids and Families

1. Jam out at Philadelphia Children's Festival

2. Get Festive at Spring Fest

3. Check out Naturepalooza at the Schuylkill Center

4. Celebrate Earth Month

5. Explore Nature

6. Stroll through Sister Cities Park

7. Climb Kids' Castle

8. Go Chasing Waterfalls

9. Visit Bartram's Garden

Outdoor Spring Adventures in Philly

10. Check out the Subaru Cherry Blossom Fest

11. Wander through Winterthur

12. Dine on the Delaware

13. Frolic through Franklin Square

14. Smell the Spring Blooms at Longwood Gardens

15. Swing by Sesame Place

16. Dutch Wonderland Day Trip

17. Dig at Diggerland

18. Play-A-Palooza

17. Hop a Spring Hayride

18. Adventure to Storybook Land

19. Roller Skate Outside

Climb aboard the most famous train from the island of Sodor as Thomas the Tank Engine pulls into Strasburg Rail Road.

20. Ride Thomas the Train

21. Go Shopping at Dilworth Park

22. Go on an Adventure at Hellerick's Adventure Farm

23. Celebrate the Strawberry

24. See the New Topiaries at the Philadelphia Zoo

25. Visit a World of Sculptures

Creative and Artsy Activities Spring Ideas in Philly

26. Visit the Museum of Illusions

27. Explore the Art Museum's Explosive New Exhibit

28. Build Something Fun at LEGOLAND

29. Search through Magic Gardens

30. Make Your Own Robot

31. Create a Sweet Treat at the Candy Lab

More Spring Activities in Philly

32. Get Some Air at Thrillz

33. Have a Blast at Bubble Bash

34. Learn All About the Human Body at FI

35. Go Prehistoric at the Academy of Natural Sciences

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