St. Patrick's Day Parades and More Best Things to Do in Philly March 2025 with Kids

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.
Find more free fun on our Free Activities Guide, or pick a place to get warm while staying busy on our Indoor Activities Bucket List. And forget Punxsutawney Phil; we're ready for spring now! Start making plans for a spectacular spring with ideas from our Spring Fun Guide for Philly Kids.
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