Want to take the kids to the city, but don't want to trek to NY? No matter if you live closer to Philly, or you are looking for a quick weekend getaway, there are plenty of kid-friendly events to check out after you visit the Liberty Bell.
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Catch one of the Philadelphia Zoo’s kid-friendly Rock n’ Roar concerts featuring the Paisley Pickles on August 4 and Chris & Lou on August 18.
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Go roller skating in one of the country’s most historic parks (the Delaware River Waterfront) during the Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest (101 South Christopher Columbus Blvd.) open 7 days a week through the end of September.
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We never get tired of all of the hands-on exhibits at the Please Touch Museum where kids can play pretend croquet with Alice in Wonderland, interact with a life-size replica of the Statue of Liberty’s hand and watch magic shows hosted by McDonnell . And they have plenty of cool events in August, too, like a magic show Aug. 16 + 17 and Star Wars Day on Aug. 23 where kids are encouraged to dress up as their favorite character.
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The Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing hosts free outdoor movies every Thursday night in August, including Annie, The Lego Movie and Guardians of the Galaxy
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Visit one of the many Storytelling Benches around the city and learn about our country’s history where tour guides tell interactive stories that center on the city’s background. Locations include Independence Square, the Betsy Ross House, Christ Church and the Signers’ Garden.
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Channel your creative side at the Philadelphia Museum of Art’s Art Splash, where kids can create art in the studio, take a tour and experience hands-on activities. The theme changes every few weeks, but it’s always nature-related.
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Get up close and personal with your favorite creepy-crawlies at Bug Fest (Aug. 8-9) at the Academy of Natural Science at Drexel University. There are hundreds of live animals on display, plus bug yoga, roach races, bug-themed crafts and a discount on admission if you’re dressed like your favorite bug.
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Attend an almost-overnight pajama party with snacks, games and crafts at the Independence Seaport Museum on Aug. 29.
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Brush up on your history of legendary Mongolian leader Genghis Khan with the Franklin Institute’s new exhibit experiencing the Mongolian atmosphere by checking out ancient tents and battlegrounds and examining amour and other historical treasures.
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