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Lunar New Year, Black History Month, and More Fun & Free Things To Do in Philly February 2024

Get ready for the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus: The Greatest Show On Earth! Photo courtesy of Feld Entertainment
Get ready for the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus: The Greatest Show On Earth! Photo courtesy of Feld Entertainment
1/21/24 - By Nicole O'Donnell

February brings so many things to do in Philly, from Black History Month, to Valentine's Day, to Presidents Day Weekend!

February in Philadelphia is packed with family fun! Explore stunning ice sculptures at the Founders Philly Freeze-Out, enjoy the dazzling Electrical Spectacle Light Show at Franklin Square, and learn about maple sugaring at Wissahickon Environmental Center. Dive into history at Lansdale's Weathering the Winter and catch free family activities at the Barnes. Don't miss the Lunar New Year Family Arts Festival or a celebration of Black History at the Please Touch Museum. It's a month of joy and adventure for the whole family!

Check out our Winter Guide so you don’t miss out on all the best ways to have fun in Philly all winter long, featuring 50 Snow Day Boredom Busters for Kids: Fun Indoor Activities when Philly gets snowy. 

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The free Electrical Spectacle Light Show runs through February 26th at Franklin Square. Photo by Jeff Fusco
The free Electrical Spectacle Light Show runs through February 26th at Franklin Square. Photo by Jeff Fusco

Best Free Things to Do in Philly in February

Founders Philly Freeze-Out

Saturday, Feb 3, 2024
Manayunk
The coolest event of the year is back. Mark your calendars for the Founders Philly Freeze-Out. Manayunk has teamed up with Founders Brewing Company to turn Main Street into a winter wonderland. The event will have incredible ice sculptures and live ice carving demonstrations. READ MORE

Maple Sugar Festival

Saturday, Feb 10, 2024
Philadelphia
Visit Wissahickon Environmental Center to learn how sap is collected from sugar maple trees and turned into syrup. Registration is required. READ MORE

Weathering the Winter

Saturday, Feb 10, 2024
Lansdale
Winters were harsh in the 18th century, but even in cold and snowy weather there was still plenty of work to do around the farm. Fires had to be built, food preserved and cooked, and animals needed tending. READ MORE

Electrical Spectacle Light Show in Franklin Square

Now Through Sunday, Feb 25, 2024
Philadelphia
Inspired by Benjamin Franklin's experiments with electricity, the Electrical Spectacle makes Franklin Square sparkle with its musical light show, recurring every 30 minutes. Enjoy 200,000 lights dancing to five festive songs that fill the square. Nightly through January 5th and Thursdays-Sundays January 9 - February 23. READ MORE

Barnes Free First Sunday Family Day

Sunday, Feb 4, 2024
Philadelphia
On the first Sunday of each month, the Barnes offers free admission and creative programming to its visitors with a full day of family-friendly activities. Themes change monthly, with new art activities, performers, and guest artists each month. READ MORE

Lunar New Year Family Arts Festival

Sunday, Feb 4, 2024
Haverford
Join us for this free celebration of the Lunar New Year and usher in the year of the Dragon! Enjoy hands-on art activities for all ages and an outdoor performance of the iconic Lion Dance by the Philadelphia Suns. READ MORE

Free Admission to Benjamin Franklin Museum

Monday, Feb 5, 2024
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

Maple Sugar Festival

Saturday, Feb 10, 2024
Philadelphia
Visit Wissahickon Environmental Center to learn how sap is collected from sugar maple trees and turned into syrup. Registration is required. READ MORE

Canticuentos: Spanish Stories & Songs with Ana

Multiple Dates in February
Philadelphia
Join local storyteller Ana Atach for Canticuentos! Come to explore songs & stories in Spanish, with a new animal theme each week! Bring your own animal toy to play along (not required). Followed by time for free play and socializing with Ms. Grace. READ MORE

Museum Adventures at the Rosenbach

Wednesday, Feb 21, 2024
Philadelphia
Every third Wednesday morning of the month listen to a story then embark on a treasure hunt through the Rosenbach brothers’ glitzy Rittenhouse Square home to discover things that relate to the story. Afterward, families can go to the activity room for hands-on art-making activities, creative play, music, and snacks. READ MORE

Betsy Ross House 250: Stitching the Story Together

Saturdays & Sundays in Feb, 2024
Philadelphia
Meet prominent members of Colonial Philadelphia’s free Black community each Saturday of the month and on Sundays, Once Upon A Nation Storytellers share short tales highlighting the Black experience in 18th century Philadelphia. READ MORE
Pllay a round of mini golf at Chilly Philly. Photo courtesy of Historic Philadelphia/ J. Fusco
Pllay a round of mini golf at Chilly Philly. Photo courtesy of Historic Philadelphia/ J. Fusco

More Fun Things to Do in Philly in February

WinterFest Ice Skating at Cooper River

Now through Feb 22, 2024
Cherry Hill
WinterFest Ice Skating at Cooper River Park presented by the Camden County Board of Commissioners will open from November 24 – February 25 at Cooper River Park near the corner of Cuthbert Blvd. and Park Avenue in Cherry Hill. READ MORE

Indoor Mini Golf at Linvilla

Now through April 1, 2024
Media
Tee off at Linvilla Orchard’s Fore! The Planet, an exhibit created by the Academy of Natural Sciences that unites environmental education with miniature golf. Play 18 holes while you learn about butterflies, the rainforest, food chains, and more. READ MORE

Chilly Philly Mini Golf

Now through Feb 28, 2024
Philadelphia
Bundle up for a hole-in-one during a chilly game of Philly Mini Golf presented by IBEW Local 98 at Franklin Square. Visitors will putt the ball amid familiar miniaturized Philadelphia sites. READ MORE

Thomas Dambo's TROLLS: Save the Humans

Feb 1 through April 15, 2024
Philadelphia
Thomas Dambo’s TROLLS: Save the Humans, with Imagine Exhibitions, is at the Philadelphia Zoo! These six enormous Trolls are on a mission to inspire humans to take better care of nature. Each with a unique story and created using repurposed wood by the world's leading recycle artist, the Trolls believe rethinking how we live our daily lives will help save the planet for all animals, including humans, and they want to share their ideas with you. READ MORE

Winter Wonder at Longwood Gardens

Now through March 24, 2024
Kennet Square
Visit Winter Wonder at Longwood Gardens, bursting with warmth, wonder, and wow moments at every turn. Ever-changing and always stunning, the Gardens from January through March are all about bold blooms, textural touches, and grand displays under glass.  READ MORE

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey

Feb 16 through 19, 2024
Philadelphia
Get ready for The Greatest Show On Earth®! The reimagined Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® Circus invites children of all ages to a spectacle of superhuman feats, pushing the limits of possibility and thrilling families and fans of all generations. Get closer to the action than ever before. Feel like a part of the show with an immersive, 360-degree environment and new technology that creates real connections between you and unforgettable performers from all over the world. READ MORE

Black History Celebration at the Please Touch Museum

Saturday, Feb 3, 2024
Philadelphia
As the kick off to Black History Month, this day will highlight and celebrate Black history makers and milestones through programming, activities, and special guests. READ MORE

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