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Labor Day Weekend 2024 in Philly: Petapalooza, Fireworks, and More Things to Do with Kids

“C is for Celebrate” with fireworks at Sesame Place. Check out Elmo's new holiday outfit! Photo courtesy of Sesame Place
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8/28/24 - By Nicole O'Donnell

Looking for the best things to do in Philadelphia this Labor Day weekend? Here are some great family-friendly events and activities for the holiday weekend.

Labor Day Weekend in Philadelphia offers a fantastic lineup of family-friendly activities to cap off the summer. From immersive historical experiences to vibrant outdoor festivities, there's something for everyone. Head to the Museum of the American Revolution for hands-on crafts and live performances or enjoy the lively atmosphere of Ludwig’s Corner Horse Show with games, pony rides, and a costumed pet parade. Sesame Place dazzles with its "C is for Celebrate" fireworks, while Peddler's Village wraps up its impressive sand sculptures display. Don’t miss out on Independence Blue Cross Riverrink Summerfest’s boardwalk fun or the LEGO DREAMZzz adventure in Plymouth Meeting.

With so many exciting options, it’s the perfect weekend to create lasting family memories in Philly!

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Labor Day Weekend 2024 at the Museum of the American Revolution

Philadelphia - Saturday, August 31 - Monday, September 2, 2024
Check out the Museum of the American Revolution over Labor Day Weekend, Saturday, August 31 – Monday, September 2, 2024, for family-friendly activities, hands-on crafts, live performances, a chance to explore special exhibit “Witness to Revolution: The Unlikely Travels of Washington’s Tent,” and more as another Revolutionary Summer comes to a close. READ MORE

Ludwig’s Corner Horse Show and Country Fair

Glenmoore - Saturday, August 31 - Sunday, September 1, 2024
Families can enjoy rides, games, face-painting, pony rides, a costumed pet parade, and car show at Ludwig's Corner Horse Show and Country Fair all weekend long.  READ MORE

Sesame Place Labor Day Fireworks

Langhorne - Sunday, September 1, 2024
Celebrate Labor Day at Sesame Place! Catch the “C is for Celebrate” fireworks display at night. Rock out with Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Cookie Monster and Count von Count, as their music fills the air and the sky is covered with colorful bursts of brilliance.  READ MORE

Under The Canopy: Animals of the Rainforest

Center City - Now through Sunday, September 1, 2024
Last Weekend!
Travel to the most diverse ecosystem on the planet! Under the Canopy: Animals of the Rainforest is an immersive exhibition introducing you to the fascinating world of rainforests and the animals that inhabit them. READ MORE

Independence Blue Cross Riverrink Summerfest

Center City - Now through Monday, September 2, 2024
Last Weekend!
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest is one of the Philadelphia Waterfront's favorite summertime traditions. It features outdoor boardwalk games and rides, mini-golf, and great food and drinks, all with soaring views of the Delaware River and Ben Franklin Bridge. Summerfest is the perfect place for a family outing, a school trip, or a meet-up with friends. Open now through September 2. READ MORE

Sand Sculptures at Peddler's Village

Lahaska - Now through Saturday, August 31, 2024
Last Weekend!
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

Annual Family Football Fest in Deptford

Deptford NJ - Saturday, August 31, 2024
Kick off Eagles football season at this Deptford Mall celebration. Enjoy player appearances, live entertainment, food and local vendors, fitness demos, and free children's activities including face painting, balloon sculpting, character appearances, strolling magicians, bounce houses, live animals, photo booth, games, prizes, giveaways, and more. READ MORE

Shady Brook Farm Party on the Patio

Yardley - Now through Saturday, August 31, 2024
Last Weekend!
Enjoy the laid-back vibes on the Patio at the Farm Market Saturdays and Sundays with live acoustic music. Grab a locally brewed beer, Rose Bank Winery wine, cocktails from the Stone’s Throw Pub, a bite from the Farm Market, or a hand-dipped cone from Uncle Dave’s Ice Cream. Bring the whole fam… there’s a playground to keep the kiddos busy, and it’s FREE!  READ MORE

LEGO ® DREAMZzz: Agents Wanted

Plymouth Meeting - Now through Monday, September 2, 2024
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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

Labor Day Soirée

Chadds Ford - Saturday, August 31 - Sunday, September 1, 2024
Spend the last long weekend of the summer in the company of friends and your favorite local wine. Dress in Winery chic, sipping Sangria Spritzes and enjoying fancy food truck fare with our pinkies up and our toes tapping to the tunes of local musicians.  READ MORE

Barnes Free First Sunday Family Day

Center City - Sunday, September 1, 2024
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

Petapalooza in Chestnut Hill 

Philadelphia - Monday, September 2, 2024
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