Things to Do in
North Philadelphia
Discover the best activities, events, classes, and experiences in North Philadelphia. All carefully curated for families!

Music in the Park
Fri, Sep 25 • 5:00 PM-8:00 PM
Live music by the Jacob Hurlock Group, food, drinks, and more! Stop by the Lost Time Brewing pop up to purchase drinks.

North Philadelphia History Festival: The John Coltrane Edit
Fri, Sep 25 • 6:00 PM-7:30 PM
Join us for the North Philadelphia History Festival: The John Coltrane Edit at the Wagner Free Institute of Science.

North Philadelphia History Festival: The John Coltrane Edit
Fri, Sep 25 • 6:00 PM-7:30 PM
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North Philadelphia History Festival: The John Coltrane Edit
Fri, Sep 25 • 7:00 PM-9:00 PM
As part of the North Philadelphia History Festival, Scribe presents a selection of films produced from 1970 to the present exploring John and Alice Coltrane’s music and spiritual legacy. The screening will take place in the Wagner’s lecture hall.

North Philadelphia History Festival: The John Coltrane Edit
Fri, Sep 25 • 7:00 PM-9:00 PM
As part of the North Philadelphia History Festival, Scribe presents a selection of films produced from 1970 to the present exploring John and Alice Coltrane’s music and spiritual legacy. The screening will take place in the Wagner’s lecture hall.

Family Fun Days
Sat, Sep 26 • 12:00 AM-12:00 AM
Join us each Saturday afternoon for storytimes, games, arts & crafts, gardening, scavenger hunts, and more!

Liberty Lands Community Cleanup
Sat, Sep 26 • 12:00 AM-12:00 AM
Let’s work together to keep Liberty Lands green! Work days are every fourth Saturday of the month. Gloves, garbage bags, and tools will be provided. Activewear recommended.

Liberty Lands Community Cleanup
Sat, Sep 26 • 9:00 AM-10:00 AM
Let’s work together to keep Liberty Lands green! Work days are every fourth Saturday of the month. Gloves, garbage bags, and tools will be provided. Activewear recommended.

Compost Drop-Off
Sat, Sep 26 • 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
Liberty Land's has a free compost drop-off site! This volunteer-run program accepts compostable items every Saturday from 11am - noon. Our drop-off bins are on North 3rd St & West Wildey St.

Flippin' Out
(weekly)
Gymnastics class for ages 10+, focusing on advanced skills and techniques.

Philly ABCs Official Book Launch!
(weekly)
Join us on Sunday October 19th to celebrate the release of this awesome new book! The author and illustrator will be on hand. We'll have snacks, a book reading and lots of activities for the family.

Music In The Park
(weekly)
FNA's monthly event during warmer weather months where we celebrate local performers and expand our appreciation of the arts. Children are welcome! The event is free to attend! Bring a blanket, a picnic basket and enjoy the tunes.

Preschool
(weekly)
Introduction to various movements, events and basic skill development for ages 3-4. Emphasis on fun while exercising.

Who Am I? Board Book
(weekly)
A delightful board book for young readers.

Quidditch Match at Borski Park (plus Kidditch Lesson)
(weekly)
Come join us at Robert A. Borski, Jr. Park for an exciting day of Quidditch fun! Watch teams battle it out, and maybe even catch the Golden Snitch in action. Come dressed in your favorite Harry Potter wear! After the match, stick around for a Kidditch Lesson where kids (ages 6-12'ish) can learn the basics of this magical sport.

Beginner 11yo+
(weekly)
Beginner gymnastics class for boys aged 11 and older, focusing on foundational skills.

Me & You
(weekly)
Gymnastics class for ages 10 months - 2 years old, focusing on parent-child interaction.

Flipnastics
(weekly)
Gymnastics class for ages 7-10, focusing on skill development and fun activities.

Parkour
(weekly)
Parkour class for ages 5+, focusing on movement skills and agility.

Meet the Author: Martha Freeman
(weekly)
Martha Freeman worked as a reporter and teacher before becoming a full-time writer of books for young readers, including the Edgar Award–nominated Zap!, Born Curious, The Secret Cookie Club series, Who Stole Halloween?, and Effie Starr Zook Has One More Question. She also collaborated with NASA astronaut Mark Kelly on the Astrotwins books. The prolific writer lives in Oregon, and will visit LaserPhilly on November 8th for a special event celebrating her latest book: Kitty vs. Kindergarten.

Level 4
(weekly)
Level 4 gymnastics class for boys, focusing on advanced skills and routines.

Levels 5 & up
(weekly)
Advanced gymnastics classes for boys attending 4 days a week, focusing on high-level skills and routines.

Tumbling
(weekly)
Tumbling class for ages 7+, focusing on acrobatic skills and strength.

Winter Wonderland
(weekly)
Step into our magical mini-forest of twinkly trees, colorful backdrops, and holiday fun. We’ll have hands-on activities for kids and an onsite photographer capturing keepsake 4×6 prints of you, your family, or you + Santa (adults totally welcome). This is a pay-as-you-wish event. Drop cash in the box or scan our Venmo QR.

Level 3
(weekly)
Initial level for competing, ages 6+, focusing on skills for performing routines on all 6 apparatuses.

Music In The Park
(weekly)
FNA's monthly event during warmer weather months where we celebrate local performers and expand our appreciation of the arts. Children are welcome! The event is free to attend! Bring a blanket, a picnic basket and enjoy the tunes.

Meet the Author: Martha Freeman
(weekly)
Martha Freeman worked as a reporter and teacher before becoming a full-time writer of books for young readers, including the Edgar Award–nominated Zap!, Born Curious, The Secret Cookie Club series, Who Stole Halloween?, and Effie Starr Zook Has One More Question. She also collaborated with NASA astronaut Mark Kelly on the Astrotwins books.

Mini & Me
(weekly)
Movement exploration class for parents and their toddlers aged 1.5 to not-yet-3, emphasizing fun while exercising.

Homeschool Gymnastics
(weekly)
Gymnastics class for ages 5+, designed for homeschool students.

Bouldering Progressions 201
(weekly)
This four-week course offers individualized training for climbers pushing into V4-V6 routes. With lessons focused on finessing technique and building mental skills for problem-solving, participants will gain the tools needed to project climbs confidently, push their climbing grades, and expand their personal climbing routine.

Philly ABCs Official Book Launch
(weekly)
Join us to celebrate the release of this awesome new book! The author and illustrator will be on hand. We'll have snacks, a book reading and lots of activities for the family.

Preschool Gymnastics
(weekly)
Gymnastics class for ages 3 & 4, focusing on foundational skills and fun activities.

Meet the author: Martha Freeman
(weekly)
Martha Freeman worked as a reporter and teacher before becoming a full-time writer of books for young readers, including the Edgar Award–nominated Zap!, Born Curious, The Secret Cookie Club series, Who Stole Halloween?, and Effie Starr Zook Has One More Question. She also collaborated with NASA astronaut Mark Kelly on the Astrotwins books. The prolific writer lives in Oregon, and will visit LaserPhilly on November 8th for a special event celebrating her latest book: Kitty vs. Kindergarten.

Bouldering Progressions 101
(weekly)
This four-week progressions course is designed to give new climbers the fundamentals, routines, and dedication to grow as climbers. You will be empowered to establish a consistent warm-up practice, learn and refine climbing techniques, and hone an intentional projecting practice.

Beginner
(weekly)
Introductory gymnastics class for ages 5-10, focusing on body-shapes and simple progressions for rolls, cartwheels, swings and basic strength.

Club Track
(weekly)
Introduction to competition for ages 8-18, focusing on simple optional routines.

Open Workout
(weekly)
Open workout sessions for ages 6+, allowing kids to practice gymnastics skills.

Fun & Flips
(weekly)
Gymnastics class for ages 4.5-6, focusing on fun and introductory gymnastics skills.

Chili Cook Off
(weekly)
Fishtown restaurant, businesses and ambitious residents descend on Star|Bolt to show off their chili-making chops. With three categories, People's Choice & Best Resident Chili & Best Restaurant Chili, the competition is fierce but the event is nothing short of a chili-induced party complete with live music and neighborly comradery.

Intro To Bouldering
(weekly)
Intro to Bouldering is designed for anyone who is new to climbing and wants to build familiarity and comfort on the wall. Our trained staff will discuss basic safety, climbing fundamentals, and gym etiquette. After warming up, your instructor will guide you through various routes in the gym providing helpful feedback. This class is open to ages 8+ (ages 8-12 must take this class with a parent or guardian).

Preteam
(weekly)
Preteam class for ages 5-10, focusing on learning simple routines as preparation for competition.

Meet the Neighbors
(weekly)
FNA's annual early-summer outdoor party, featuring delicious eats from local restaurants, local drinks, a children's play area, music, and more.

Intermediate
(weekly)
Intermediate gymnastics class for ages 5-10, building on beginner skills with a focus on balances, cartwheels, swings and continued strength development.
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About Activities in North Philadelphia
North Philadelphia is a diverse and vibrant area with deep cultural roots and strong community ties. The neighborhood is home to numerous community centers, libraries, and cultural organizations offering free and low-cost programming for young children. From the Lillian Marrero Branch Library's bilingual story times to community gardens and recreation centers, North Philadelphia provides rich opportunities for family engagement.
The area's commitment to community development means constantly evolving programming for families. Parks, playgrounds, and community spaces host regular events celebrating the neighborhood's multicultural heritage, providing children with exposure to different cultures, languages, and traditions.