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Photo by M. Edlow for VISIT PHILADELPHIA®
Photo by M. Edlow for VISIT PHILADELPHIA®
6/5/19 - By Kristen Sullivan

As the school year winds down, Philly families gear up for summer mode. Likewise, Mommy Poppins Philadelphia notices the shift in seasons as movies under the stars, concerts in the park, and an increase in outdoor activities fill our events calendar.

Those who like water can head outdoors with boots to splosh about with creek critters at Lorimer Park or hike around Upper Schuylkill Valley Park in search of frogs. If you prefer being above the water than below, try steering a canoe in the Perkiomen Creek or take a boat ride along the Schuylkill River. Once you have had your fill of animals and water fun, turn your attention to the many festivals going on this week. Families can expect carnivals with amusement rides, events featuring beloved comic book characters, and festivals rich in tradition, culture, and delicious food.

So, how will you spend your weekend? Keep reading for additional ideas, then text your friends and make plans for a fabulous weekend.

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Weekend

Treasure Island

Philadelphia, PA
Arden Theatre extends Treasure Island through June 9. This show is based on the book by Robert Louis Stevenson in which a young girl named Emily retells a classic pirate tale with her imagination. Tickets are available for purchase online. READ MORE

Glitter and Bows Party!

Cherry Hill, NJ
Get ready for a dance part at Garden State Discovery Museum. Guests are encouraged to wear glitter and bows for the festivities. Have your dancing shoes on and your voice chords warmed up for the fun! READ MORE

Saturday, June 8, 2019

PECO Second Saturdays

Philadelphia, PA- FREE
PECO Second Saturdays at Second State Press is a free public program that allows families and students to come together and learn about printmaking every second Saturday of the month from noon to 2 PM. READ MORE

Free Crafts for Kids

King of Prussia- FREE
Until further notice, Lakeshore will not host Free Crafts for Kids programming. Come make some crafts at Lakeshore. From 11 AM to 3 PM, children can drop by and create something spectacular each week. Themes vary by week and no registration is needed. READ MORE

Frog Frolic

Royersford, PA
Ribbit, ribbit! Hop on over to Upper Schuylkill Valley Park to learn about frogs. Visitors should be prepared to stomp in the water searching for local amphibians, watch a live animal presentation, and take a hike to the pond to spy amazing amphibians. READ MORE

Science Saturday

Wilmington, DE
Hagley Museum offers families a variety of science-themed activities. Budding engineers will take on tasks that solve problems and make improvements to existing projects, or they can take on new projects. Themes vary during each session. READ MORE

Canoe with Perks

Audubon, PA
Visitors to John James Audubon Center at Mill Grove can take a guided canoe tour of the Perkiomen Creek with one of the center's educators. Guests can view birds, search for macroinvertebrates and even catch a glimpse of an elusive muskrat. READ MORE

Rennie Harris: Funkedified

Philadelphia, PA
The Merriam Theater welcomes Rennie Harris: Funkedfied to the stage. Audiences can expect a multi-media work that celebrates funk music and street dance of the 1970’s which is set against the landscape of a video montage of African American communities of that era. READ MORE

Family Matinee at Lightbox Film Center

Philadelphia, PA
Lightbox Film Center presents Family Matinees to expose children to film experiences from around the world. Each session offers a different film. READ MORE

Sunday, June 9, 2019

Odunde Festival

Philadelphia, PA- FREE ADMISSION
Odunde Festival, the nation's largest African American street festival, is back, covering 15 city blocks with two stages for live entertainment and an eclectic mix of vendors, food, jewelry, and African art.  READ MORE

Poconos Comic Book Festival

Mount Bethel, PA
This collectibles show held at Upper Mount Bethel Fire Hall features vendors, artists, writers, and costume groups. The Philadelphia Avengers host a costume contest with prizes for all ages. READ MORE

Family 2nd Sundays

Wilmington, DE- FREE
On the second Sunday of each month, the Delaware Art Museum features a variety of activities designed especially with families in mind.  READ MORE

Kid's Day

Chadds Ford, PA
Throughout the year, Brandywine Battlefield Park offers free admission to children during its Kid's Day. Standard admission rates apply for parents. READ MORE

PECO Family Jams at Magic Gardens

Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia's Magic Gardens invites families to get creative together on the second Sunday of every month. Each month features a different theme and art project inspired by the iconic gardens, which are covered by magical mosaics and found objects. READ MORE

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