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The whole family can join the party at the Sesame Street Mardi Gras parade! Photo courtesy of Sesame Place
The whole family can join the party at the Sesame Street Mardi Gras parade! Photo courtesy of Sesame Place
2/14/25 - By Nicole O'Donnell

Looking for the best things to do in Philly this Presidents Day weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your schedule.

Experience the magic of Mardi Gras with your favorite Sesame Street characters, witness the wonder of the circus, and honor past presidents all in one weekend! Sesame Place kicks off their Mardi Gras celebrations this weekend, and Disney on Ice is back! Celebrate our Presidents at the Museum of American Revolution or The National Constitution Center and enjoy free admission to the Benjamin Franklin Museum. 

If the kids need to burn some energy with an extra day or two off from school, check out the Best Indoor Play Spaces and Playgrounds near Philly. We've also made our picks for the coolest things to see and do all month on the Best Things to Do in Philly in February with Kids. 

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Presidents Day Weekend 2025 at the Museum

Saturday, February 15 to Monday, February 17, 2025
Philadelphia
Don't miss Presidents Day Weekend at the Museum of the American Revolution. Visit Saturday, Feb. 15 – Monday, Feb. 17, 2025 to explore the life, leadership, and legacy of our nation’s first president, George Washington, and the diverse range of people with whom he interacted. READ MORE

Sesame Street Mardi Gras

Opening Weekend!
Saturday, February 15 to Sunday, March 9, 2025
Langhorne
Let the good times roll at Sesame Place’s family-friendly Mardi Gras Celebration. Join in the festivities and celebrate by dancing with special entertainment, participating in the Mardi Gras Mask Scavenger Hunt, and much more. Enjoy Sesame Street-themed rides and attractions for guests of all ages. READ MORE

Great Backyard Bird Count

FREE
Friday, February 14 to Monday, February 17, 2025
Come together for the love of birds and be part of a global movement. The Great Backyard Bird Count is an annual citizen science event in which people from around the world submit their bird watching data. READ MORE

Adventure Aquarium Sensory Sundays

Sunday, February 16, 2025
Camden, NJ
Adventure Aquarium hosts a sensory-inclusive hour aimed at guests with autism and other sensory sensitivities on the third Sunday of every month. The Aquarium lowers the music, softens the lights, and reduces the crowds to create the most enjoyable experience for guests with sensory needs and their families. READ MORE

Kids Craft Drop-In Days

FREE
Saturday, February 15, 2025
Philadelphia
Don't miss the lkids craft drop in day. Located at the Historic St. George’s Museum and Archive. Each month there is a different craft theme. READ MORE

Disney On Ice presents Frozen & Encanto

Friday, February 14 to Monday, February 17, 2025
Philadelphia
​​​​​Step inside the magical adventures of Disney's Frozen and Encanto as they are brought to life like never before at Disney On Ice! Hosted by Mickey and Minnie, invite your family and friends to sing along to your favorite songs and celebrate the power of love and courage at Disney On Ice presents Frozen & Encanto – the show everyone will be talking about! READ MORE

Presidents Day at the National Constitution

Monday, February 17, 2025
Philadelphia
The National Constitution Center celebrates Presidents Day with a variety of in-person and virtual events and resources exploring Article II of the Constitution, the role of the executive branch, and the individuals who have held the office of the president throughout American history.  READ MORE

Free Admission to Benjamin Franklin Museum

FREE
Monday, February 17, 2025
Philadelphia
Visit the Benjamin Franklin Museum for free! Visitors can view the exhibits that reflect the contributions of this Founding Father for free on certain dates throughout the year. READ MORE

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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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