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Best of August: Hot Wheels, Fairs, Cultural Festivals, and More Things to Do with Kids in Philly

The Festival of India, part of the PECO Multicultural Series, features food, cultural performances, and family-friendly activities. Photo courtesy of Penn's Landing
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7/28/24 - By Nicole O'Donnell

Summer is not over yet! August in Philly is a great time to enjoy outdoor movies and concerts, summer festivals, and the best beach days.

We're over that midsummer hump, but Philly still brings the family fun in its summer homestretch. Festivals run the gamut this month, from fruit fests at Linvilla, and Shady Brook, to cultural celebrations like Festival of India, and Ukrainian Folk Festival. Some summer favorites are back by popular demand, including Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live and the Kutztown Fair, so get that summer bucket list ready before school's back in session.

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 August

Goshen Country Fair

West Chester - Monday, July 29 to Saturday, August 3, 2024
Guests can expect games of chance, amusement rides, and delicious food. In addition, families can visit the dairy cow, sheep, goat, rabbit, and poultry exhibits.  READ MORE

Free Admission to Benjamin Franklin Museum

Philadelphia - Monday, August 4, 2024
FREE
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

Watershed Butterfly Festival

Pennington NJ - Saturday, August 3, 2024
Enjoy a day filled with family fun, including butterfly exhibits, interactive children's activities, live music, local food and more. This annual event features local artisans, an insect zoo, animal shows, nature walks, and the famous Butterfly and Bug Parade. READ MORE

Peach and Sunflower Festival

Media - Saturday, August 10, 2024
FREE
Get ready to soak up the sunshine and indulge in the juiciest peaches ever during the ultimate festival day. Acres upon acres of sunflower fields will take your breath away, while pony rides, barnyard animals, hayrides, and a plethora of family-friendly activities will keep you on your toes.  READ MORE

Peach and Sunflower Festival

Yardley - Saturdays & Sundays, August 2 through Sunday, August 11, 2024
Enjoy a sunny summer day at the Peach & Sunflower Festival! Pick ripe peaches, take an Instagram-worthy selfie in a field of sunflowers, enjoy the fresh air and fun music, and make memories with your family. READ MORE

2nd Street Festival

Northern Liberties - Sunday, August 4, 2024
FREE
Held on the first Sunday in August every year, the 2nd Street Festival features live music, local vendors, crafts, food, and more. READ MORE

Kutztown Fair

Kutztown - Monday, August 5 through Saturday, August 10, 2024
FREE
Enjoy food, music, animals, crafts, contests, and rides at the 152nd annual Kutztown Fair! Check out this year's new Fun on the Farm tent to learn about the different aspects of the agriculture industry. READ MORE

Obon Festival at Shofuso

Fairmount Park - Saturdays, August 10 & August 17, 2024
FREE
The Obon Festival returns to Shofuso with bon odori folk dances and taiko drumming. Guests can also enjoy arts projects, a yukata dressing station, and vendor market.  READ MORE

Middletown Grange Fair

Newtown - Wednesday, August 14 through Sunday, August 18, 2024
FREE
The Middletown Grange Fair, a long-standing non-profit Bucks County tradition run by community volunteers, will feature livestock, judged exhibits and contests, carnival rides, commercial vendors, farm machinery, various foods, and countless other family-friendly events and activities. READ MORE

Festival of India

Penn's Landing - Saturday, August 17, 2024
FREE
Celebrate India's Independence Day with various cultural organizations, Northern and Southern-style Indian cuisine, such as chicken tikka masala, lassi, vada pav, and dosa, classical and Bollywood performances, music, shopping, henna tattoos, and tons of fun. READ MORE

Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party

Philadelphia - Saturday, August 24, 2o24
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party returns to Philadelphia on August 24-25! Fans of all ages will experience the thrill of watching their favorite Hot Wheels Monster Trucks in the DARK! This one-of-a-kind show will visit Wells Fargo Center for 3 epic performances! READ MORE

Annual Ukrainian Folk Festival

North Wales - Sunday August 25, 2024
Guests to the Ukrainian Folk Festival can expect exciting, spectacular folk art, music, and dancing rich in Ukrainian traditions. This annual festival features an opening ceremony, concerts throughout the day, dancing, and a children's area. READ MORE

Sand Sculptures at Peddler's Village

Lahaska - Now through Saturday, August 31, 2024
FREE
Peddler's Village showcases spectacular sand sculptures celebrating favorite ways to “chill” and have fun during the summer: camping, playing games and solving puzzles, traveling to special places such as the Amalfi Coast in Italy, watching baseball, and hanging at the beach (with Santa!) and tasty treats. READ MORE

LEGO ® DREAMZzz: Agents Wanted

Plymouth Meeting - Now through Monday, September 2, 2024
Calling all kids and families! The dream world needs your help. Take part in LEGO Dream Trials to become an official agent of the LEGO DREAMZzz Night Bureau and help defend the dream world. Plus, meet Izzie and go on a dream adventure with the exclusive 4D Movie “Z-Blob Rescue Rush”. READ MORE

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