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 […]

Ambler Kiwanis Carnival and Fireworks

Wissahickon High School 521 Houston Road, Ambler, PA, United States

The annual carnival returns with five nights of carnival fun (Tuesday, July 2nd through Saturday, July 6th) Fireworks will be Friday, July 5th. The fireworks rain date is Saturday July 6th. Gather your friends and join for a fun carnival and fireworks event. The Kiwanis is […]

Family Bingo Night

Huntingdon Valley Library 525 Red Lion Road, Huntingdon Valley, PA, United States

Bring the whole family to a fun Bingo night on Wednesday, July 3 at 7 pm! Play a few rounds of Bingo with the chance to win some small prizes and enjoy light refreshments. Sponsored by the Friends of Huntingdon Valley Library. Open to all […]

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 […]

2024 Tri-Municipal 4th of July Parade

North Branch Park 207 Park Ave, Chalfont, PA, United States

The 2024 Tri-Municipal 4th of July Parade will be held on Thursday, July 4, 2024, at 9:30 AM. The parade starts at Town Center in New Britain Borough and ends at North Branch Park in New Britain Township. This event is brought to you by […]

Nina’s Independence Day Ice Cream Extravaganza

Nina's Waffles and Icecream Chalfont 5 East Butler Ave, Chalfont, PA, United States

Nina's Waffles and Ice Cream Chalfont invites you to an opening celebration event, Nina's Independence Day Ice Cream Extravaganza! As part of the community's 4th of July parade, they're throwing a fun-filled party that's perfect for the whole family.  Live Music: Enjoy the festive sounds […]

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 […]

4th of July Free Admission to Elmwood Park Zoo

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

Join the zoo for an unforgettable Independence Day celebration with FREE zoo admission* for all guests! Enjoy live music, unique animal greets, special appearances by historical impersonators, and more. The zoo will be open extended hours until 8 pm. *Zoo guests must register for free admission. See the […]

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.

Salute to Independence Parade

7th Street, Chestnut Street and Market Streets 7th Street, Chestnut Street and Market Streets, Perkasie, PA, United States

Dress in your red, white and blue and wave a flag as the Salute to Independence Parade celebrates the 248th birthday of the United States in grand style and pageantry. The moving procession of history and culture that celebrates the people and diversity of our […]

Red, White, and Blueberries BBQ Bash

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

An all-day, all-American outdoor BBQ on Thursday, July 4, marks the start of this four-day party that includes blueberry treats, live music, family activities, lawn games, pony rides, watermelon-eating contests, axe-throwing, mural painting, plenty of shopping, and indoor and outdoor restaurant dining.

Fourth of July at Fonthill Castle

Fonthill Castle 525 E Court St, Doylestown, PA, United States

Join on the grounds of Fonthill Castle to celebrate Independence Day, where guests enjoy a day of fun, food, games, crafts, entertainment and live music. Highlights of the day include the children’s decorated bike parade, wheelbarrow and sack races, tug-of-war, live musicians, and food trucks. […]

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 […]

4th of July Fireworks, Celebration at Styer Orchard

Styer Orchard 97 Styers Lane, Langhorne, PA, United States

Making early plans on where to celebrate July Fourth in Bucks County? Be sure to pencil in Styer Orchard this summer. The orchard, located at 97 Styers Lane off Woodbourne Road in Middletown, announced its July Fourth celebration lineup on Facebook on Tuesday night. It's […]

Ambler Kiwanis Carnival and Fireworks

Wissahickon High School 521 Houston Road, Ambler, PA, United States

The annual carnival returns with five nights of carnival fun (Tuesday, July 2nd through Saturday, July 6th) Fireworks will be Friday, July 5th. The fireworks rain date is Saturday July 6th. Gather your friends and join for a fun carnival and fireworks event. The Kiwanis is […]

Southampton Days Fair

Southampton Days Fair 1351 2nd St Pike, Southampton, PA, United States

Kick-off the much anticipated, annual Southampton Days fair with their 4th of July Celebration (The fair goes from July 1st through 6th). Be sure to come back during the rest of the week to check out all the family-fun the fair has to offer!  Please […]

Fourth Of July Fireworks at Sesame Place

Sesame Place 100 Sesame Road, Langhorne, PA, United States

Rock out with Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Cookie Monster, and Count von Count, as their music fills the air and the sky is covered with colorful bursts of brilliance. Be sure to watch them paint the sky red (and green and blue) from inside the park. […]

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 […]