Summer isn’t over yet, Philly families! August is packed with exciting, family-friendly events perfect for making the most of the final weeks of summer. From outdoor festivals and splash-worthy fun to cultural celebrations and kid-approved performances, there’s something happening every week to keep your crew entertained. Whether you're looking for free events, special outings, or last-chance summer bucket list ideas, we've rounded up the best things to do with kids in and around Philadelphia this month.
August Special Events
LEGO® She Built That: All Month at your local LEGO store
$5.00 Friday Open Swim: Fridays at Kids First Swim Schools Cherry Hill and Plymouth Meeting
First Friday at Cherry Street Pier: August 1st, 4 PM - 9 PM
Southeast Asian Water Festival: August 2nd, 10 AM - 6:30 PM
8th Annual Autism Playdate at Smith Memorial Playground: August 2nd, 1 PM - 5 PM
PECO Free First Sunday Family Day at the Barnes: August 3rd, 10 AM - 5 PM
2nd Street Festival: August 3rd, 12 PM - 10 PM
ACANA African Festival: August 3rd, 2 PM - 8 PM
LEGO Make & Take: ONE PIECE Gum Gum Fruit: August 4th, 5 PM - 7 PM at your local LEGO store
Tacony National Night Out: August 5th, 4 PM - 7 PM
Park After Dark: Moonwalk and Stargazing Party at Lemon Hill Mansion: August 5th, 8 PM - 10 PM
Bug Fest at the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University: August 9th & 10th, 10 AM - 5 PM
Space Day at Please Touch Museum: August 16th, 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Festival of India at Cherry Street Pier: August 16th, 12 PM - 7 PM
Sensory Sundays at Adventure Aquarium: August 17th, 9:30 AM-10:30 AM
Sensory-Friendly Day at The National Constitution Center: August 17th, 10 AM - 5 PM
Caribbean Festival: August 17th, 12 PM - 8 PM
Xfinity Live Taco Festival: August 17th, 2 PM - 10 PM
The Philly Bookstore Crawl: August 23rd, All Day
End of Summer Beach Party at Please Touch Museum: August 23rd, 9:30 AM
Caution! Don't Try this at Home Day at The Franklin Institute: August 23rd, 11 AM - 3 PM
Play with the Goats at Carroll Park: August 23rd, 1 PM - 3 PM
Please Touch Museum Free Community Days: August 24th, 9 AM - 4:30 PM
Outdoor Movie Nights in August
Movies on the Block: Inside Out 2 at Belfield Recreation Center: August 1st, 6:30 PM
Movies in Clark Park: The Goonies: August 1st, 7:30 PM
Movies on the Block: Ralphi Breaks the Internet: August 8th, 6:30 PM
Movies in Clark Park: Clueless: August 8th, 7:30 PM
Movies at the Oval: Finding Nemo: August 8th, 8:15 PM
Outdoor Movie Night: Paddington at Thomas Hart Park: August 9th, 7:30 PM
Movie Night at Schuylkill Banks: August 14th, 8:30 PM
Movies on the Block: Encanto at Houston Playground: August 15th, 6:30 PM
Movies in Clark Park: Madagascar: August 15th, 7:30 PM
Movies at The Oval: Sister Act: August 15th, 8:15 PM
Outdoor Movie Night: Moana 2 at Cliveden Park: August 16th, 7:30 PM
Movies on the Mall: National Treasure: August 22nd, 7:30 PM
Movies in Clark Park: Creed: August 22nd, 7:30 PM
Movies at the Oval: Black Panther: August 22nd, 8:15 PM
Outdoor Movie Night (Movie TBD) at Fotterall Square: August 26th, 7:30 PM
Outdoor Movie Night: Captain America Brave New World at Triangle Park: August 28th, 7:30 PM
Free Movie Night at Bartram's Garden: The Minecraft Movie: August 29th, 6 PM
Outdoor Movie Night: Moana 2 at Hissey Playground: August 29th, 7:30 PM
Outdoor Movie Night: Inside Out 2 at Suffolk Park: August 30th, 7:30 PM
Month Long Events
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest: Daily through September 1st
Family Funday with Pop Up Play at Spruce Street Harbor Park: Sundays from 1 PM - 4 PM
The Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival: Daily from 6 PM - 11 PM
No matter how you choose to spend it, August in Philly is full of opportunities to make lasting family memories. Be sure to check our full event calendar for even more fun happening around town! From summer festivals to special kid-friendly outings, we’re here to help you make every moment count before the school year begins!
