101 Fun Things To Do With Kids in Bucks County

Discover family-friendly events with the Bucks County Parent Community Calendar. Our team adds fresh content every week to help you make the most of raising kids around Bucks County, from the baby and little ones-stage through the teen years and beyond! Please be sure to check with the host location about their health and safety protocols, as well as their registration requirements, prior to heading out!

 

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Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival in Franklin Square

Franklin Square 200 N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The year of the dragon soars into summer 2024 as the spectacular Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival in Franklin Square brings light and culture with magnificent steel-framed and silk-wrapped giant lighted artistic sculptures. The popular 200-foot-long dragon returns along with never-before-seen giant lantern displays. In addition […]

Wild Kratts: Creature Power!

Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Wild Kratts®: Creature Power®! The Exhibit! opens May 31st! Visitors will embark on an adventurous experience focusing on building STEM skills while exploring the natural world. Created by Minnesota Children’s Museum and inspired by the popular PBS children’s series, Wild Kratts: Creature Power! invites you to explore the […]

Event Series The Art of the Brick

The Art of the Brick

Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Named one of CNN’s Top Ten “Global Must-See Exhibitions,” The Art of the Brick exhibit by artist Nathan Sawaya is a critically acclaimed collection of inspiring artworks made exclusively from one of the most recognizable toys in the world: the LEGO® brick. From child’s toy to sophisticated art form and beyond, the […]

Event Series Breastfeeding Support Group

Breastfeeding Support Group

Doylestown Hospital 595 West State Street, Doylestown, PA, United States

Breastfeeding may be natural, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. Many moms find it challenging in the first few weeks while you and your baby are learning this new skill. That’s where the Doylestown Health’s Breastfeeding Support Group comes in. During this free support group […]

Under The Canopy: Animals of the Rainforest

The Academy of Natural Sciences 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Travel to the most diverse ecosystem on the planet! Under the Canopy: Animals of the Rainforest is an immersive exhibition introducing you to the fascinating world of rainforests and the animals that inhabit them. Learn about unique plants and rainforest ecology as you encounter a […]

George R. Anthonisen: Meditations on the Human Condition Exhibit at The Michener Art Museum

Michener Art Museum 138 South Pine Street, Doylestown, PA, United States

This exhibiton celebrates the arc of Anthonisen’s artistic career spanning 65 years as a figurative sculptor. Well versed in history and current events, Anthonisen (b. 1936) creates visual dialogues, primarily in bronze, that investigate the human condition and people’s capacity to destroy, to create, to […]

Morris Goes Mesozoic! Garden Railway: Dinos and Plants in the Age of Dinosaurs

Morris Arboretum 100 E Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Visitors are invited to discover Plants in the Age of Dinosaurs—a self-guided exhibition featuring plants with roots that go back to prehistoric times. There is also a brand-new dinosaur exhibition in the Garden Railway, Garden Railway: Dinos! Plus, there will be a pop-up paleontologist’s cottage featuring hands-on […]

Bucks Fever Art & Sculpture Exhibition

Peddler’s Village 100 Peddlers Village, New Hope, PA, United States

Opening on Saturday, June 15, the Bucks Fever Art and Sculpture Exhibition celebrates and showcases the diverse talents of artists and sculptors in Bucks County and beyond. The exhibition will feature a wide range of artistic styles and prize-winning pieces. Many pieces will be available […]

Perkasie Fire Company Carnival

Lenape Park - Perkasie Perkasie, PA, United States

The Perkasie Fire Company is excited to announce the return of its beloved annual carnival, taking place from June 25th to June 29th at Lenape Park. This time-honored tradition promises five days of thrilling rides, tantalizing food options, and exciting games for the whole family […]

Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival in Franklin Square

Franklin Square 200 N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The year of the dragon soars into summer 2024 as the spectacular Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival in Franklin Square brings light and culture with magnificent steel-framed and silk-wrapped giant lighted artistic sculptures. The popular 200-foot-long dragon returns along with never-before-seen giant lantern displays. In addition […]

Quiet Mornings at Elmwood Park Zoo

Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PA, United States

The last Thursday of every month the zoo will open an hour early for Quiet Mornings. This is a great opportunity for our guests with special needs and their families to enjoy a more relaxing visit to the zoo. Quiet Mornings offer a less-crowded setting […]

Wild Kratts: Creature Power!

Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Wild Kratts®: Creature Power®! The Exhibit! opens May 31st! Visitors will embark on an adventurous experience focusing on building STEM skills while exploring the natural world. Created by Minnesota Children’s Museum and inspired by the popular PBS children’s series, Wild Kratts: Creature Power! invites you to explore the […]

Free Summer Children’s Show by “We Bring the Fun 365”

Burpee Park Doylestown, PA, United States

Doylestown Borough's Summer Children's Shows have returned for 2024! Come to Burpee Park for a free performance by "We Bring the Fun 265." Your little one won't want to miss this captivating and fun show full of juggling, comedy, magic, and more! No reservations or […]

Event Series The Art of the Brick

The Art of the Brick

Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Named one of CNN’s Top Ten “Global Must-See Exhibitions,” The Art of the Brick exhibit by artist Nathan Sawaya is a critically acclaimed collection of inspiring artworks made exclusively from one of the most recognizable toys in the world: the LEGO® brick. From child’s toy to sophisticated art form and beyond, the […]

Weekly Lactation Support Group With Nourished Families

Counseling Confidence 70 W. Oakland Ave., Doylestown, PA, United States

Come build your village, gets tips, tricks, and any and all answers you may want and need answered with Nourished Families. This lactation support group is for anyone ANYWHERE on their feeding journey. Bring yourself and anyone else you would like. Click here to register […]

Under The Canopy: Animals of the Rainforest

The Academy of Natural Sciences 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Travel to the most diverse ecosystem on the planet! Under the Canopy: Animals of the Rainforest is an immersive exhibition introducing you to the fascinating world of rainforests and the animals that inhabit them. Learn about unique plants and rainforest ecology as you encounter a […]

George R. Anthonisen: Meditations on the Human Condition Exhibit at The Michener Art Museum

Michener Art Museum 138 South Pine Street, Doylestown, PA, United States

This exhibiton celebrates the arc of Anthonisen’s artistic career spanning 65 years as a figurative sculptor. Well versed in history and current events, Anthonisen (b. 1936) creates visual dialogues, primarily in bronze, that investigate the human condition and people’s capacity to destroy, to create, to […]

Morris Goes Mesozoic! Garden Railway: Dinos and Plants in the Age of Dinosaurs

Morris Arboretum 100 E Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Visitors are invited to discover Plants in the Age of Dinosaurs—a self-guided exhibition featuring plants with roots that go back to prehistoric times. There is also a brand-new dinosaur exhibition in the Garden Railway, Garden Railway: Dinos! Plus, there will be a pop-up paleontologist’s cottage featuring hands-on […]

Bucks Fever Art & Sculpture Exhibition

Peddler’s Village 100 Peddlers Village, New Hope, PA, United States

Opening on Saturday, June 15, the Bucks Fever Art and Sculpture Exhibition celebrates and showcases the diverse talents of artists and sculptors in Bucks County and beyond. The exhibition will feature a wide range of artistic styles and prize-winning pieces. Many pieces will be available […]

Family Storytime

Bucks County Library - Perkasie 491 Arthur Ave, Perkasie, PA, United States

Develop your child’s love of reading with books, rhymes, singing, movement, and more at this active family story program provided by the Perkasie Branch of the Bucks County Free Library. This program is 30 minutes long and best for ages 2 through 5.

Kindergarten Readiness Play Group

Morrisville Free Library 300 N Pennslyvania Ave, Morrisville, PA, United States

Join the Morrisville Public Library for 6 sessions of their Kindergarten Readiness Play Group. The play group will take place in our community room at the library. Each session will be one hour long and will model key kindergarten classroom skills. Registration is required as supplies […]

Event Series Food Truck Thursdays

Food Truck Thursdays

Peddler’s Village 100 Peddlers Village, New Hope, PA, United States

Enjoy an evening of the region’s favorite food trucks and local entertainment. Join Peddler's Village every Thursday evening for good food and family fun from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. located on Giggleberry Green. Bring a picnic blanket and your appetite. Food Trucks Holy Que Smokehouse […]

Perkasie Fire Company Carnival

Lenape Park - Perkasie Perkasie, PA, United States

The Perkasie Fire Company is excited to announce the return of its beloved annual carnival, taking place from June 25th to June 29th at Lenape Park. This time-honored tradition promises five days of thrilling rides, tantalizing food options, and exciting games for the whole family […]

Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival in Franklin Square

Franklin Square 200 N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The year of the dragon soars into summer 2024 as the spectacular Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival in Franklin Square brings light and culture with magnificent steel-framed and silk-wrapped giant lighted artistic sculptures. The popular 200-foot-long dragon returns along with never-before-seen giant lantern displays. In addition […]

Be Well Bakery & Cafe’s Fun Fridays

Be Well Bakery & Cafe - Richboro 884 Second Street Pike, Richboro, United States

From 9 to 10:30 am every Friday bring your kids (all ages welcome) to participate in engaging activities at Be Well Bakery and Cafe’s Richboro location. A fun Friday may include crafts, games, hot wheels racing and more at this free event for the community!

Wild Kratts: Creature Power!

Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Wild Kratts®: Creature Power®! The Exhibit! opens May 31st! Visitors will embark on an adventurous experience focusing on building STEM skills while exploring the natural world. Created by Minnesota Children’s Museum and inspired by the popular PBS children’s series, Wild Kratts: Creature Power! invites you to explore the […]

Event Series The Art of the Brick

The Art of the Brick

Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Named one of CNN’s Top Ten “Global Must-See Exhibitions,” The Art of the Brick exhibit by artist Nathan Sawaya is a critically acclaimed collection of inspiring artworks made exclusively from one of the most recognizable toys in the world: the LEGO® brick. From child’s toy to sophisticated art form and beyond, the […]

Event Series Backyard Bubbles and Art

Backyard Bubbles and Art

Bucks County Free Library-Doylestown 150 South Pine Street, Doylestown, PA, United States

Join in the Backyard at the Doylestown Library for a bubble bonanza! Blow giant bubbles, explore the backyard, and, of course, express your creativity with chalk art! All ages are welcome!