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The Philadelphia Children's Festival is back with an exciting array of professional performances for the whole family, Photo by R. Kennedy/Visit Phily
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4/27/25 - By Nicole O'Donnell

From Mother's Day to Memorial Day, we'll be finding fun things to do all month long—May the 4th be with you!

May in Philadelphia brings a bouquet of family-friendly activities and events, promising something delightful for every age. From the luscious Strawberry Festival at Peddler's to  the arts at the Philadelphia Children's Festival, there is something for everyone. Explore sustainability at EcoFair 2025 or join the spirited festivities at The Philadelphia Irish Festival. Whether you're celebrating Mother's Day with a brunch at Elmwood Park Zoo or enjoying a Free Mother's Day Tea Party, May is a month to cherish with your loved ones. Join us as we embrace the warmth of spring and the joy of family time in the City of Brotherly Love!

We’re adding more events to our family activity calendar every day, so don’t forget to check it frequently. Get our picks for every weekend in your inbox—sign up for our newsletters.

 

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Top Things to Do in Philly with Kids this May

Strawberry Festival at Peddler's

Saturday, May 3 through Sunday, May 10, 2025
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Enjoy live entertainment, family-friendly activities, and luscious strawberry-themed food and drink specials. Kids can also engage in gem mining, pony rides, axe-throwing, and a petting zoo. READ MORE

Philadelphia Children's Festival

Sunday, May 4 through Tuesday, May 6, 2025
Philadelphia
The Philadelphia Children's Festival is back with an exciting array of professional performances for the whole family, including free outdoor performances. In addition, guests can enjoy the outdoor PLAYground with hands-on activities, performers, and food.    READ MORE

Annual Colonial Mayfair

Saturday, May 3, 2025
Pottstown
Pottsgrove Manor’s most anticipated event of the year is back! Head to the Manor on Saturday, May 3rd from 11am to 5pm for the largest living history program of the season, Annual Colonial Mayfair. Watch as the grounds come alive with a variety of living history. READ MORE

Earth Day at Newlin Grist Mill

FREE
Saturday, May 3, 2025
Glen Mills
Help celebrate nature and protect the environment with this Earth Day volunteer event. Volunteers come together from across the community to work on projects that improve habitat for wildlife, protect important natural resources, and preserve the park’s plant and animal communities. READ MORE

Chestnut Hill Presents Home + Garden Festival

FREE
Sunday, May 4, 2025
Philadelphia
Join Chestnut Hill for the Home + Garden Festival. Enjoy a day of shopping at local vendors, live music, crafty artisans, and shopping at the local shops in Chestnut Hill. Visit Makers Avenue and watch artisans create work and Stagecrafters Theatre for live performances.  READ MORE

Roxborough Spring Fest

FREE
Saturday, May 10, 2025
Philadelphia
This annual springtime street festival features local musicians, more than 50 artisans, student art from Roxborough schools, and food trucks. Kids can enjoy face painting, balloon animals, axe-throwing, storytelling, and a pet photo booth. READ MORE

Mother's Day Tea Party

FREE
Sunday, May 11, 2o25
Philadelphia
Try historic teas, create a craft, listen to a story, and celebrate all mothers! Plus, see items from the museum collection that once belonged to the founder of Mother's Day, Anna Jarvis. READ MORE

The Philadelphia Fleadh (Irish Festival)

FREE
Saturday, May 10, 2025
Philadelphia
The Philadelphia Fleadh, now in its 11th year, is an annual Irish-American Festival with multiple stages featuring live Celtic rock, traditional Irish music and dance, The Feis at the Fleadh, shopping, vendors, food, spirits, kids' activities, and more.  READ MORE

Mother's Day Brunch at Elmwood Park Zoo

Saturday & Sunday, Mary 10 & 11, 2025
Norristown
Celebrate Mom at Elmwood Park Zoo's Mother's Day brunch. After enjoying a delicious menu, visit with the zoo animals during a meet-and-greet. READ MORE

Mother's Day Brunch at Sesame Place

Saturday & Sunday, Mary 10 & 11, 2025
Langhorne
Top off a fun-filled day at Sesame Place with a Mother’s Day brunch. Sit back and relax this Mother’s Day and let everyone’s lovable Sesame Street friends take care of the entertainment while you enjoy a delicious meal, singing, and dancing. READ MORE

EcoFair 2025

FREE
Saturday, May 17, 2025
Philadelphia
Embark on an immersive journey into sustainability at EcoFair, Green Philly's second annual family-friendly event showcasing the region's eco-resources and initiatives driving positive change. READ MORE

Rhubarb Festival

Friday & Saturday, May 16 & 17, 2025
Philadelphia
This two-day festival offers lots of family-friendly fun. Guests can expect tasty homemade rhubarb desserts, a mini-parade, and the world's only rhubarb race-car derby. READ MORE

Memorial Day Observed at Laurel Hill Cemetery

FREE
Sunday, May 25, 2025
Philadelphia
Laurel Hill is the site of the first Memorial Day in Philadelphia in 1868. Special veterans’ markers will be dedicated at the graves of previously unmarked veterans. Speakers, ceremonies, and pageant will highlight the ceremony. READ MORE

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