Nicole O'Donnell
Nicole O'Donnell is a marketing and social media expert with over 20 years of media experience and a proud mom to twin girls. A fan of writing, yoga, and exploring Philly, Nicole loves sampling the city's best treats with her girls in tow.
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It's almost here! The Super Bowl is just around the corner and the City of Brotherly Love is exploding with joy! Our Philadelphia Eagles are the NFC Champions and are ready to battle against the Kansas City Chiefs for the top prize. The Eagles may be underdogs, but nothing can break the spirit of Philly families throughout the Delaware Valley. So, put on your Eagles gear and get pumped up to cheer on the E-A-G-L-E-S (or E-L-G-S-E-S) on the road to victory at some of these fantastic events!
Please note, some of these events are ticketed events and they are likely to sell fast. Looking for more fun for your sports fanatic? Check out our Sports Guide to find lots of great activities for your little athlete.
Looking for the best things to do in Philly this MLK Jr. weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your schedule.
Philly kids may have an extra day off from school. But, this day off means more than just 'no homework.' Recognize Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with one of the many opportunities to celebrate his legacy by visiting museums, attending service events, or doing some arts and crafts.
After observing the holiday, don’t forget to check out our Best Free and Fun Things to Do in Philly this January. Whatever you do, make the most of the long weekend ahead.
Looking for the best things to do in Philly on New Year's Eve and New Year's Weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list.
Skate into the New Year with a bang! Bid farewell to 2024 and join the fun at the New Year's Eve Fireworks Celebration, complete with views of the fireworks presented by Rivers Casino. Enjoy early countdown celebrations, plus more fireworks displays at Peepsfest or Sesame Place.
New Year's Day brings the time-honored tradition of the Mummers Parade, a celebration that has delighted and entertained Philly for more than 120 years. After the New Year's ball has dropped, a lot of the holiday events come to a close, so check your list twice and make sure you don't miss a thing.
It's almost New Year's Eve in Philly and we've got all the festive things to do with kids to make it a memorable start to the new year.
Ring in 2025 with your kiddos before bedtime! There are plenty of family-friendly New Year's Eve festivities around Philly, from fireworks and balloon drops to community celebrations at playspaces and parks. Get ready for lots of laughter and fun as you wave good-bye to 2024 together.
Looking for ways to keep busy leading up to the big ball drop? Check out or list of 35+ Things To Do over Winter Break and browse our Guide to Holiday and Christmas Events to make sure you've hit all the holiday highlights this season.
Looking for the best things to do in Philly this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your schedule.
The countdown to Christmas is in full swing! Snap a Selfie with Santa for a good cause before the big night. Don't miss the Jolly Trolley in Manayunk for your last chance to shop on Main Street before the holiday. Drive on over to Cherry Hill for the annual Car Menorah Parade. If you love history, We love to take is slow at the Fairmount Park House Holiday Tour and take in the beauty and history of the houses. For more history during the holidays, Washington Crossing the Delaware is the place to be on Christmas day.
The beauty of Pixar movies is that kids love them and parents love them! But do parents and kids love the same movies? Disney Pixar’s films are known for making kids giggle and parents cry. Is there a perfect Pixar movie to watch that everyone will love?
Spoiler alert: Yes! We asked parents and kids to rank their favorite movies, and then had our Philadelphia social media manager compile the results and ask her Pixar-loving daughter for her take on why kids loved the ones they picked. Read on to discover the one Pixar movie everyone can agree on...
Whether it's a holiday gathering, a sick day at home, or family movie night, it's great to have more movies the whole family will love ready to watch. We compiled the 75 Top Family Movie Night Ideas, 100 Best Kids' TV Shows of All Time, and more in our Guide To the Best Movies and TV Shows for Kids and the Whole Family.
The list of kid-friendly Christmas events is endless! There's no better way to spend time with family and friends than at an attraction that doesn't cost anything. All around the Philadelphia area, there are tons of places for families who want some holiday cheer without breaking their wallets. So we've put together this helpful list that will help you create memories this season.
For more ways to keep the season merry and bright, check out our Holiday Bucket List which can all be found in our Guide to Holiday Events and Christmas Activities.
We’re adding more events to our family activity calendar daily, 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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