Nicole O'Donnell
Nicole O'Donnell is a marketing and social media expert with over 20 years of media experience and a proud mom to twin girls. A fan of writing, yoga, and exploring Philly, Nicole loves sampling the city's best treats with her girls in tow.
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Get ready for an exciting, jam-packed spring season! With numerous outdoor festivals and fairs throughout the Philadelphia area--from science to art, nature to culture--there is something fun for everyone in your family. So don't wait any longer; make plans with friends now so you can get out and enjoy all that Philly has to offer this vibrant time of year. Keep in mind that rainy weather may affect some events, so be sure to check directly with each venue before heading off on your adventures!
For other great ideas on how to spend spring days, visit our Spring Fun Guide.
The Easter egg hunts in Philadelphia are here and it's time for some family fun! Easter Sunday is just a hop, skip, and a jump away, and one of the best ways to celebrate with kids is to attend one of these treat-filled Easter egg hunts. From pathways at parks to farmland searches and even artist-designed treasure hunts, kids will have so many choices with creative ways to find treasures galore.
Most of these Easter egg hunts are free and a great way to welcome spring and celebrate Easter in Philadelphia with kids. Be sure to check our event calendar for more egg hunts and Easter activities in your neighborhood, including top spots for Easter Bunny Pictures, Bunny Brunches, and Easter Train Rides.
The Philadelphia Zoo is excited to offer families a brand-new, hands-on experience that combines fun, education, and conservation.
Wildlife Rescue by Little Ray’s Exhibitions has made its way to the East Coast, bringing an incredible exhibit full of climbable sculptures of endangered animals. This installation will spark curiosity and inspire action to protect our planet’s precious wildlife—all while providing an unforgettable adventure for both kids and adults.
Looking for more spring fun in the Philadelphia area? Check out our Spring Activity Guide!
From Maple Sugaring to St. Patrick's Day to Purim and the arrival of spring, March is a great time to get out and enjoy Philly! Don’t miss our favorite kid-friendly events and activities in Philly this month.
Let Betsy kick off Women's History Month at her house in Philly, then sweeten up your life with sappy sugary goodness. At Peace Valley Nature Center or Fox Chase Farm, you can learn the secrets of making maple syrup on Maple Sugar Day. Add a delicious dash of tradition by indulging yourself with hamantaschen at Purim Fest, then enjoy a wee bit of Irish culture at Philly's St. Patrick’s Day Parade. And top off the month with an exciting visit to Ice Dinosaurs at the Academy of Natural Sciences.
It's almost here! The Super Bowl is just around the corner and the City of Brotherly Love is exploding with joy! Our Philadelphia Eagles are the NFC Champions and are ready to battle against the Kansas City Chiefs for the top prize. The Eagles may be underdogs, but nothing can break the spirit of Philly families throughout the Delaware Valley. So, put on your Eagles gear and get pumped up to cheer on the E-A-G-L-E-S (or E-L-G-S-E-S) on the road to victory at some of these fantastic events!
Please note, some of these events are ticketed events and they are likely to sell fast. Looking for more fun for your sports fanatic? Check out our Sports Guide to find lots of great activities for your little athlete.
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