# Philadelphia Littles: things to do with little kids in Philadelphia, PA this weekend

> Halloween is Saturday, and it’s the last weekend of Boo at the Zoo at both the Philadelphia Zoo and Elmwood Park Zoo. Elmwood adds a trick-or-treat night on Friday, and Spooky Mini Golf in Franklin Square ends Sunday. Libraries from Delaware County to Cherry Hill have costume parades and trick-or-treating. This week has 48 outings, 36 free and 28 indoors.

- Week: Oct 26 – Nov 1, 2026
- Last checked: 2026-10-29
- 48 outings at 43 places; 36 free; 28 indoor; plus 2 sold out (still listed, marked SOLD OUT). For kids ages 0–6.
- Canonical page: https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/
- This week (Markdown): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/index.md
- City guide (Markdown): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/guide/index.md
- Visiting guide (Markdown): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/visiting/index.md
- Events data (JSON): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events.json
- RSS feed: https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/feed.xml

## Top picks this week

- **Boo at the Zoo: Final Weekend at the Philadelphia Zoo** (Sat, Oct 31; Sun, Nov 1 · 9:30am–5pm) at Philadelphia Zoo, 3400 W. Girard Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19104. Cost: Included with zoo admission (prices vary by date; buy online ahead); ACCESS tickets $8. Ages 0+. The last two days of the zoo’s Halloween weekends. Bring a bag for treat stations around the zoo, including the Trick-or-Tree House. Costume contests run on Impala Lawn at 11:30am and 2:30pm, and the animals get pumpkins at set times through the day. Costumes with toy weapons and adult masks aren’t allowed. Source: https://www.philadelphiazoo.org/events/boo-at-the-zoo/ Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/boo-at-the-zoo-final-weekend-at-the-philadelphia-zoo/
- **Boo at the Zoo at Elmwood Park Zoo** (Sat, Oct 31; Sun, Nov 1 · 10:30am–3:30pm) at Elmwood Park Zoo, 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PA 19401. Cost: Included with zoo admission (Adults $18.95 online, kids 3–12 $15.95 online, 2 and under free); free zoo passes and coupons don’t apply. Ages 0+. The whole zoo turns into a trick-or-treat trail, with treat stations, a straw maze, games and live music. The zoo’s Día de los Muertos displays run both days, and Norristown Borough residents get in free on the last weekend of the month. Source: https://elmwoodparkzoo.org/events/boo-2026/ Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/boo-at-the-zoo-at-elmwood-park-zoo/
- **Trick-or-Treat Night at Elmwood Park Zoo** (Fri, Oct 30 · 5:30–8:30pm) at Elmwood Park Zoo, 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PA 19401. Cost: Kids $30 ($25 members), and each child ticket includes two adults; extra adults $18.95. Ages 0+. An after-hours trick-or-treat night with animal ambassadors, Swoop and the Eagles cheerleaders. Many animals will be asleep. Community passes aren’t accepted. Source: https://elmwoodparkzoo.org/trick-or-treat-nights/ Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/trick-or-treat-night-at-elmwood-park-zoo/
- **Spooky Mini Golf in Franklin Square** (Thu, Oct 29 to Sun, Nov 1, 4 days · Daytime tee times 10am–5pm (nighttime 5–10pm is scarier)) at Franklin Square, 200 N. 6th St., Philadelphia, PA 19106. Cost: Adults $15, kids 3–12 $12; advance tickets required Fri–Sun. Ages 3+. Philly Mini Golf dressed up for Halloween. Book a daytime tee time for little kids: there’s no fog, strobe or spooky music before 5pm. The last day is Sunday. Source: https://historicphiladelphia.org/events/spooky-mini-golf/ Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/spooky-mini-golf-in-franklin-square/
- **Swarthmore Halloween Tots Parade** (Fri, Oct 30 · 4:30–5:30pm) at Swarthmore Public Library, 121 Park Ave., Swarthmore, PA 19081. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Meet at Thatcher Park for a costume parade that trick-or-treats at local businesses and ends at the library with songs, a story and a dance party. For ages 0 to 6. Free. Source: https://delcolibraries.libcal.com/event/17692354 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/swarthmore-halloween-tots-parade-public-library/

## A Saturday that works (Saturday, Oct 31)

1. **Morning**: Boo at the Zoo: Final Weekend at the Philadelphia Zoo, Philadelphia Zoo. 9:30am–5pm. Cost: Included with zoo admission (prices vary by date; buy online ahead); ACCESS tickets $8. https://www.philadelphiazoo.org/events/boo-at-the-zoo/
2. **Lunch**: Reading Terminal Market, Center City, 1136 Arch St.. Open 8am–6pm. Cost: $$. (from the city guide) https://readingterminalmarket.org/
3. **After nap**: The Franklin Institute, Logan Square, 222 N. 20th St.. Open 9:30am–5pm. Cost: Kids $23, adults $29, 2 and under. (from the city guide) https://fi.edu/en/plan-your-visit

Plan for a nap break in the middle. Times come from each event’s page or the place’s own site, so check before you head out.

## By day

- **Thursday, Oct 29**: Spooky Mini Golf in Franklin Square; Autumn’s Colors and the Last Fountain Weekend at Longwood Gardens; Preschool Picnic (Tredyffrin Library) (free); Pre-K Fun (West Chester Library) (free); Halloween Glow Bash Kid Rave (Marple Public Library) (free); Wiggle & Shake (Marple Public Library) (free); ScaryTime (Lansdowne Public Library) (free); Pumpkin Painting (Folcroft Public Library) (free); Messy Makers (Sellers Library, Upper Darby) (free); Preschool Pals: G is for Ghost (Media-Upper Providence Free Library) (free); Trunk or Treat (Glenside Free Library) (free); Family Story Time (Haddon Township Library, Westmont) (free); Torresdale Ghost Mystery Halloween Event (free); Halloween Party at Kensington Library (free); Spooky Baby and Toddler Storytime at Wadsworth Library (free); Fintastic Pumpkin Glow at Adventure Aquarium; Spooky Season Nature Crafts: All About Carnivorous Plants; ArBOOretum Scarecrows at Morris Arboretum; Pumpkinland at Linvilla Orchards; Halloween Baby Storytime and Costume Parade (Upper Merion) (free)
- **Friday, Oct 30**: Trick-or-Treat Night at Elmwood Park Zoo; Boo Just For You (Sensory-Friendly) at Elmwood Park Zoo; Spooky Mini Golf in Franklin Square; Autumn’s Colors and the Last Fountain Weekend at Longwood Gardens; Halloween Art Explorers with Bright Day Studio (Paoli Library) (free); Swarthmore Halloween Tots Parade (free); Trick-or-Read Halloween Party (Haverford Township Free Library) (free); Family Silent Disco (Middletown Free Library) (free); Sing Along with Dani B (Radnor Memorial Library) (free); Trick-or-Treat at the Library (Cherry Hill Public Library) (free); Halloween Parade & Storytime in Rittenhouse Square (free); Halloween Storytime and Costume Parade at Charles Santore Library (free); Halloween Story Time and Baby Parade at Ramonita G. de Rodriguez Library (free); Spookfest Costume Contest at Haddington Library (free); Fintastic Pumpkin Glow at Adventure Aquarium; ArBOOretum Scarecrows at Morris Arboretum; Pumpkinland at Linvilla Orchards; Costume Party at Langhorne Library (free); Boo! A Little Bit Spooky Story Time and Craft (Media) (free); Halloween Storytime at Southampton Free Library (free); Music Munchkins (Haverford Township Free Library) (free) (sold out)
- **Saturday, Oct 31**: Boo at the Zoo: Final Weekend at the Philadelphia Zoo; Boo at the Zoo at Elmwood Park Zoo; Spooky Mini Golf in Franklin Square; Autumn’s Colors and the Last Fountain Weekend at Longwood Gardens; Saturday Puppet Show (Folcroft Public Library) (free); Halloween Extravaganza (Belmont Hills Library) (free); Halloween Story Time and Costume Parade (Vogelson Library, Voorhees) (free); Halloween Party and Parade (Bellmawr Library) (free); Halloween Story Time and Costume Parade (Blackwood Library) (free); Spooky Stories at Fishtown Community Library (free); Halloween Sing-Along at Roxborough Library (free); Día de los Muertos and Halloween Celebration at Chestnut Hill Library (free); Halloween at Please Touch Museum; Fintastic Pumpkin Glow at Adventure Aquarium; ArBOOretum Scarecrows at Morris Arboretum; The Count’s Halloween Spooktacular at Sesame Place; Pumpkinland at Linvilla Orchards; Halloween Craft Fun at Ardmore Library (free); Not-So-Spooky Sensory Play Date (Cherry Hill Public Library) (free) (sold out)
- **Sunday, Nov 1**: Boo at the Zoo: Final Weekend at the Philadelphia Zoo; Boo at the Zoo at Elmwood Park Zoo; Spooky Mini Golf in Franklin Square; Autumn’s Colors and the Last Fountain Weekend at Longwood Gardens; Fintastic Pumpkin Glow at Adventure Aquarium; ArBOOretum Scarecrows at Morris Arboretum; The Count’s Halloween Spooktacular at Sesame Place; Pumpkinland at Linvilla Orchards

## All outings this week

- **Boo at the Zoo: Final Weekend at the Philadelphia Zoo** (Sat, Oct 31; Sun, Nov 1 · 9:30am–5pm) at Philadelphia Zoo, 3400 W. Girard Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19104. Cost: Included with zoo admission (prices vary by date; buy online ahead); ACCESS tickets $8. Ages 0+. The last two days of the zoo’s Halloween weekends. Bring a bag for treat stations around the zoo, including the Trick-or-Tree House. Costume contests run on Impala Lawn at 11:30am and 2:30pm, and the animals get pumpkins at set times through the day. Costumes with toy weapons and adult masks aren’t allowed. Source: https://www.philadelphiazoo.org/events/boo-at-the-zoo/ Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/boo-at-the-zoo-final-weekend-at-the-philadelphia-zoo/
- **Boo at the Zoo at Elmwood Park Zoo** (Sat, Oct 31; Sun, Nov 1 · 10:30am–3:30pm) at Elmwood Park Zoo, 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PA 19401. Cost: Included with zoo admission (Adults $18.95 online, kids 3–12 $15.95 online, 2 and under free); free zoo passes and coupons don’t apply. Ages 0+. The whole zoo turns into a trick-or-treat trail, with treat stations, a straw maze, games and live music. The zoo’s Día de los Muertos displays run both days, and Norristown Borough residents get in free on the last weekend of the month. Source: https://elmwoodparkzoo.org/events/boo-2026/ Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/boo-at-the-zoo-at-elmwood-park-zoo/
- **Trick-or-Treat Night at Elmwood Park Zoo** (Fri, Oct 30 · 5:30–8:30pm) at Elmwood Park Zoo, 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PA 19401. Cost: Kids $30 ($25 members), and each child ticket includes two adults; extra adults $18.95. Ages 0+. An after-hours trick-or-treat night with animal ambassadors, Swoop and the Eagles cheerleaders. Many animals will be asleep. Community passes aren’t accepted. Source: https://elmwoodparkzoo.org/trick-or-treat-nights/ Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/trick-or-treat-night-at-elmwood-park-zoo/
- **Boo Just For You (Sensory-Friendly) at Elmwood Park Zoo** (Fri, Oct 30 · 4:30–5:30pm) at Elmwood Park Zoo, 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PA 19401. Cost: $14.95 ($10.95 members); preregistration preferred; care attendants free. Ages 0+. A calmer hour of trick-or-treating for kids with sensory needs and their families, before the evening crowd arrives. There are treat stations, animal meet-and-greets and a costume parade, and Trail of the Jaguar and Habitat HQ stay open. Source: https://elmwoodparkzoo.org/event/boo-just-for-you/ Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/boo-just-for-you-sensory-friendly-at-elmwood-park-zoo/
- **Spooky Mini Golf in Franklin Square** (Thu, Oct 29 to Sun, Nov 1, 4 days · Daytime tee times 10am–5pm (nighttime 5–10pm is scarier)) at Franklin Square, 200 N. 6th St., Philadelphia, PA 19106. Cost: Adults $15, kids 3–12 $12; advance tickets required Fri–Sun. Ages 3+. Philly Mini Golf dressed up for Halloween. Book a daytime tee time for little kids: there’s no fog, strobe or spooky music before 5pm. The last day is Sunday. Source: https://historicphiladelphia.org/events/spooky-mini-golf/ Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/spooky-mini-golf-in-franklin-square/
- **Autumn’s Colors and the Last Fountain Weekend at Longwood Gardens** (Thu, Oct 29 to Sun, Nov 1, 4 days · 10am–6pm Mon, Wed, Thu; 10am–9pm Fri–Sun; closed Tuesday) at Longwood Gardens, 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, PA 19348. Cost: Timed tickets: adults $35, youth 5–15 $20, 4 and under free. Ages 0+. Fall color across the gardens, open until 9pm Friday through Sunday. Sunday is the last day the Main Fountain Garden fountains run this year. About 50 min drive from Center City. Source: https://longwoodgardens.org/visit Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/autumns-colors-and-the-last-fountain-weekend-at-longwood-gardens/
- **Halloween Art Explorers with Bright Day Studio (Paoli Library)** (Fri, Oct 30 · 3–4pm) at Paoli Library, 18 Darby Road, Paoli, PA 19301. Cost: Free. Ages 4+. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. A Halloween art project led by a local studio. Free. Source: https://ccls.libcal.com/event/17355651 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/halloween-art-explorers-with-bright-day-studio-paoli-library/
- **Preschool Picnic (Tredyffrin Library)** (Thu, Oct 29 · 12:30–1:30pm) at Tredyffrin Library, 582 Upper Gulph Road, Strafford, PA 19087. Cost: Free. Ages 2–5. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Bring a lunch and eat on the library patio with other preschool families. Free. Source: https://ccls.libcal.com/event/17606413
- **Pre-K Fun (West Chester Library)** (Thu, Oct 29 · 11:15–11:45am) at West Chester Library, 415 N. Church Street, West Chester, PA 19380. Cost: Free. Ages 3–5. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Stories, songs and rhymes for ages 3 to 5. Registration for the five-week session is required. Free. Source: https://ccls.libcal.com/event/17304377
- **Swarthmore Halloween Tots Parade** (Fri, Oct 30 · 4:30–5:30pm) at Swarthmore Public Library, 121 Park Ave., Swarthmore, PA 19081. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Meet at Thatcher Park for a costume parade that trick-or-treats at local businesses and ends at the library with songs, a story and a dance party. For ages 0 to 6. Free. Source: https://delcolibraries.libcal.com/event/17692354 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/swarthmore-halloween-tots-parade-public-library/
- **Trick-or-Read Halloween Party (Haverford Township Free Library)** (Fri, Oct 30 · 3–4:30pm) at Haverford Township Free Library, 1601 Darby Road, Havertown, PA 19083. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. A costume party with games, races, treats and a dance party. The Hub holds 50 people at a time, so there may be a short wait. Free. Source: https://delcolibraries.libcal.com/event/17691907 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/trick-or-read-halloween-party-haverford-township-free-library/
- **Halloween Glow Bash Kid Rave (Marple Public Library)** (Thu, Oct 29 · 4:30–5:15pm) at Marple Public Library, 2599 Sproul Road, Broomall, PA 19008. Cost: Free. Ages 3+. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. A glow dance party for ages 3 to 8, hosted by teen volunteers. Wear white or neon. First come, first served. Free. Source: https://delcolibraries.libcal.com/event/17687588
- **Wiggle & Shake (Marple Public Library)** (Thu, Oct 29 · 10:30–11am) at Marple Public Library, 2599 Sproul Road, Broomall, PA 19008. Cost: Free. Ages 3+. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Music and movement for ages 3 to 8. Free. Source: https://delcolibraries.libcal.com/event/17725888
- **Family Silent Disco (Middletown Free Library)** (Fri, Oct 30 · 10:30am–3pm) at Middletown Free Library, 464 S. Old Middletown Road, Media, PA 19063. Cost: Free. Ages 3+. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Grab headphones and dance any time between 10:30 and 3. Drop in; ages 3 and up. Free. Source: https://delcolibraries.libcal.com/event/17713270 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/family-silent-disco-middletown-free-library/
- **Sing Along with Dani B (Radnor Memorial Library)** (Fri, Oct 30 · 10:30–11am) at Radnor Memorial Library, 114 W. Wayne Ave., Wayne, PA 19087. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. A sing-along for kids from birth to age 6. No registration. Free. Source: https://delcolibraries.libcal.com/event/17641169 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/sing-along-with-dani-b-radnor-memorial-library/
- **ScaryTime (Lansdowne Public Library)** (Thu, Oct 29 · 4–5pm) at Lansdowne Public Library, 55 S. Lansdowne Ave., Lansdowne, PA 19050. Cost: Free. Ages 5+. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Spooky stories for kids 5 and up. Free. Source: https://delcolibraries.libcal.com/event/17569973
- **Saturday Puppet Show (Folcroft Public Library)** (Sat, Oct 31 · 11am–12pm) at Folcroft Public Library, 1725 Delmar Drive, Folcroft, PA 19032. Cost: Free. Ages 2+. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. A Saturday morning puppet show in the children’s room. Free. Source: https://delcolibraries.libcal.com/event/17672804 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/saturday-puppet-show-folcroft-public-library/
- **Pumpkin Painting (Folcroft Public Library)** (Thu, Oct 29 · 2–4pm) at Folcroft Public Library, 1725 Delmar Drive, Folcroft, PA 19032. Cost: Free. Ages 2+. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Drop in and paint a pumpkin. Free. Source: https://delcolibraries.libcal.com/event/17857451
- **Messy Makers (Sellers Library, Upper Darby)** (Thu, Oct 29 · 10:30–11:30am) at Upper Darby Township/Sellers Library – Sellers Memorial Branch, 76 S. State Road, Upper Darby, PA 19082. Cost: Free. Ages 1–3. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Messy art and sensory play for ages 18 months to 3. Free. Source: https://delcolibraries.libcal.com/event/17369401
- **Preschool Pals: G is for Ghost (Media-Upper Providence Free Library)** (Thu, Oct 29 · 10:15–10:55am) at Media-Upper Providence Free Library, 1 E. Front St., Media, PA 19063. Cost: Free. Ages 3–5. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. A ghost-themed letter story time for ages 3 to 5. Free. Source: https://delcolibraries.libcal.com/event/17701712
- **Halloween Extravaganza (Belmont Hills Library)** (Sat, Oct 31 · 11am–3pm) at Belmont Hills Library, 120 Mary Watersford Road, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Come in costume for spooky crafts like paper bats and jack-o’-lantern collages, any time from 11 to 3. Free. Source: https://lmls.libcal.com/event/17671571 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/halloween-extravaganza-belmont-hills-library/
- **Trick-or-Treat at the Library (Cherry Hill Public Library)** (Fri, Oct 30 · 11am–12pm) at Cherry Hill Public Library, 1100 Kings Highway North, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034. Cost: Free. Ages 0–5. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. A trick-or-treat parade for ages 0 to 5, with treat stations set up around the library. Free. Source: https://chplnj.libcal.com/event/17111560 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/trick-or-treat-at-the-library-cherry-hill-public-library/
- **Trunk or Treat (Glenside Free Library)** (Thu, Oct 29 · 6–7:30pm) at Glenside Free Library, 215 S. Keswick Ave., Glenside, PA 19038. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Trick-or-treat from decorated car trunks in the library garden. All ages. Free. Source: https://cheltenhamlibraries.libcal.com/event/17212959
- **Halloween Story Time and Costume Parade (Vogelson Library, Voorhees)** (Sat, Oct 31 · 10:30–11am) at M. Allan Vogelson Branch, 203 Laurel Road, Voorhees, NJ 08043. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. A spooky story time, then a costume parade and trick-or-treating through the youth department. All ages with a grown-up. No registration. Free. Source: https://events.camdencountylibrary.org/event/2026-10-31/k-halloween-story-time-and-costume-parade Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/halloween-story-time-and-costume-parade-vogelson-library-m-allan-branch/
- **Halloween Party and Parade (Bellmawr Library)** (Sat, Oct 31 · 10:30–11am) at Anthony P. Infanti Bellmawr Branch, 35 East Browning Rd., Bellmawr, NJ 08031. Cost: Free. Ages 0–5. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Spooky stories, snacks and trick-or-treating around the library for ages 0 to 5. Register the kids only. Free. Source: https://events.camdencountylibrary.org/event/2026-10-31/k-halloween-party-and-parade Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/halloween-party-and-parade-bellmawr-library-anthony-p-infanti-branch/
- **Halloween Story Time and Costume Parade (Blackwood Library)** (Sat, Oct 31 · 10:30–11:30am) at Gloucester Township Blackwood Rotary Public Library, 15 S. Black Horse Pike, Blackwood, NJ 08012. Cost: Free. Ages 0–5. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. A Halloween story time and costume parade for babies through preschoolers. Free. Source: https://events.camdencountylibrary.org/event/2026-10-31/k-halloween-story-time-and-costume-parade-0 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/halloween-story-time-and-costume-parade-blackwood-library-gloucester-township-rotary/
- **Family Story Time (Haddon Township Library, Westmont)** (Thu, Oct 29 · 10:30–11am) at William G. Rohrer Memorial Library-Haddon Township Branch, 15 MacArthur Blvd., Westmont, NJ 08108. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Thirty minutes of stories and songs for ages 0 to 6. Free. Source: https://events.camdencountylibrary.org/event/2026-10-29/k-family-story-time
- **Halloween Parade & Storytime in Rittenhouse Square** (Fri, Oct 30 · 11:15am) at Philadelphia City Institute (meets in Rittenhouse Square), 1905 Locust St., Philadelphia, PA 19103. Cost: Free. Ages 1+. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. The library’s yearly costume parade loops Rittenhouse Square and ends at the goat statue for a Halloween storytime. Held outside if the weather cooperates. Source: https://libwww.freelibrary.org/calendar/?age=&date_range=&having=all&location_code=&q=halloween&series=&type= Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/halloween-parade-and-storytime-in-rittenhouse-square-philadelphia-city-institute/
- **Spooky Stories at Fishtown Community Library** (Sat, Oct 31 · 11am) at Fishtown Community Library, 1217 E. Montgomery Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19125. Cost: Free. Ages 3+. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. A not-too-spooky storytime on Halloween morning with songs, then free play. Costumes welcome. It’s on the third floor. Source: https://libwww.freelibrary.org/calendar/event/183625 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/spooky-stories-at-fishtown-community-library/
- **Halloween Sing-Along at Roxborough Library** (Sat, Oct 31 · 10:30am) at Roxborough Library, 6245 Ridge Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19128. Cost: Free. Ages 1+. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Jump, Jive and Jam leads a Halloween sing-along that’s pitched at young kids. Older siblings are welcome too. Source: https://libwww.freelibrary.org/calendar/event/184201 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/halloween-sing-along-at-roxborough-library/
- **Día de los Muertos and Halloween Celebration at Chestnut Hill Library** (Sat, Oct 31 · 10am–12pm) at Chestnut Hill Library, 8711 Germantown Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19118. Cost: Free. Ages 3+. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. The Geography Lady walks kids through Halloween and Día de los Muertos traditions around the world with maps, stories and crafts. Come in costume. Source: https://libwww.freelibrary.org/calendar/?age=&date_range=&having=all&location_code=&q=halloween&series=&type= Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/dia-de-los-muertos-and-halloween-celebration-at-chestnut-hill-library/
- **Torresdale Ghost Mystery Halloween Event** (Thu, Oct 29 · 2–3:15pm) at Torresdale Library, 3079 Holme Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19136. Cost: Free. Ages 4+. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Help find the library card a ghost library dog lost back in 1930. Kids solve riddles around the children’s room and play ring toss, with treats at the end. A repeat of the Oct 27 event. Source: https://libwww.freelibrary.org/calendar/?age=&date_range=&having=all&location_code=&q=halloween&series=&type=
- **Halloween Storytime and Costume Parade at Charles Santore Library** (Fri, Oct 30 · 10:30am) at Charles Santore Library, 932 S. 7th St., Philadelphia, PA 19147. Cost: Free. Ages 1+. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. A Halloween storytime followed by a costume parade around the library, with trick-or-treating for stickers and prizes along the way. Source: https://libwww.freelibrary.org/calendar/?age=&date_range=&having=all&location_code=&q=halloween&series=&type= Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/halloween-storytime-and-costume-parade-at-charles-santore-library/
- **Halloween Party at Kensington Library** (Thu, Oct 29 · 3pm) at Kensington Library, 104 W. Dauphin St., Philadelphia, PA 19133. Cost: Free. Ages 3+. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. An early Halloween party with games, crafts and treats. Costumes are encouraged and kids of every age are welcome. Source: https://libwww.freelibrary.org/calendar/?age=&date_range=&having=all&location_code=&q=halloween&series=&type=
- **Halloween Story Time and Baby Parade at Ramonita G. de Rodriguez Library** (Fri, Oct 30 · 11am) at Ramonita G. de Rodriguez Library, 600 W. Girard Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19123. Cost: Free. Ages 0–3. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Babies and toddlers parade in costume, then settle in for Halloween books. Siblings can join. The library can’t take daycare groups for this one. Source: https://libwww.freelibrary.org/calendar/?age=&date_range=&having=all&location_code=&q=halloween&series=&type= Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/halloween-story-time-and-baby-parade-at-ramonita-g-de-rodriguez-library/
- **Spookfest Costume Contest at Haddington Library** (Fri, Oct 30 · 3pm) at Haddington Library, 446 N. 65th St., Philadelphia, PA 19151. Cost: Free. Ages 2+. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. A costume contest for neighborhood kids the day before Halloween. Show up dressed and ready to strut. Source: https://libwww.freelibrary.org/calendar/event/183286 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/spookfest-costume-contest-at-haddington-library/
- **Spooky Baby and Toddler Storytime at Wadsworth Library** (Thu, Oct 29 · 10:30am) at Wadsworth Library, 1500 Wadsworth Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19150. Cost: Free. Ages 0–3. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Halloween songs and books for babies and toddlers with a grown-up. Call ahead if you’re bringing a group. Source: https://libwww.freelibrary.org/calendar/?age=&date_range=&having=all&location_code=&q=halloween&series=&type=
- **Halloween at Please Touch Museum** (Sat, Oct 31 · 9am–4:30pm) at Please Touch Museum, 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA 19131. Cost: $24 per adult or child age 1 and up; under 1 free; member tickets available. Ages 0+. Indoor. Kids come to the museum in costume for trick-or-treating and Halloween play on the big day itself. Regular admission covers it. Source: https://www.pleasetouchmuseum.org/visit/signature-events/ Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/halloween-at-please-touch-museum/
- **Fintastic Pumpkin Glow at Adventure Aquarium** (Thu, Oct 29 to Sun, Nov 1, 4 days · During aquarium hours) at Adventure Aquarium, 1 Riverside Drive, Camden, NJ 08103. Cost: Included with admission; pumpkin painting costs extra. Ages 0+. Indoor. Glowing pumpkin displays float on the tanks and sit underwater with the sharks and rays, including a 10-foot octopus. Divers carve pumpkins underwater after the Meet the Divers show. Last week of the season. Source: https://www.adventureaquarium.com/explore/special-events/fintastic-pumpkin-glow/ Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/fintastic-pumpkin-glow-at-adventure-aquarium/
- **Spooky Season Nature Crafts: All About Carnivorous Plants** (Thu, Oct 29 · 11am) at Morris Arboretum & Gardens (meet at the Fernery), 100 E. Northwestern Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19118. Cost: Free with admission ($22 adults, $12 ages 3–17, 2 and under free). Ages 3+. Kids learn how carnivorous plants catch their dinner and make a plant monster to carry trick-or-treating. Costumes encouraged. Source: https://www.morrisarboretum.org/see-do/events/spooky-season-nature-crafts-all-about-carnivorous-plants
- **ArBOOretum Scarecrows at Morris Arboretum** (Thu, Oct 29 to Sun, Nov 1, 4 days · 10am–5pm) at Morris Arboretum & Gardens, 100 E. Northwestern Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19118. Cost: Free with admission ($22 adults, $12 ages 3–17, 2 and under free). Ages 0+. The scarecrow display stays up through Nov 1, so there’s one more week to hunt for them along the garden paths. Free with admission. Source: https://www.morrisarboretum.org/see-do/arbooretum Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/arbooretum-scarecrows-at-morris-arboretum-gardens/
- **The Count’s Halloween Spooktacular at Sesame Place** (Sat, Oct 31; Sun, Nov 1 · See park hours) at Sesame Place Philadelphia, 100 Sesame Road, Langhorne, PA 19047. Cost: Included with park admission. Ages 1+. Trick-or-treating in Big Bird’s Beach plus a Sesame Street Halloween Parade and a scarecrow scavenger hunt. The yearly costume contest is Saturday, Oct 31, and the event wraps up Nov 1. Source: https://sesameplace.com/philadelphia/events/halloween-spooktacular Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/the-counts-halloween-spooktacular-at-sesame-place-philadelphia/
- **Pumpkinland at Linvilla Orchards** (Thu, Oct 29 to Sun, Nov 1, 4 days · 8am–8pm (Fri until 9pm; 9am–6pm Oct 31–Nov 1)) at Linvilla Orchards, 137 West Knowlton Road, Media, PA 19063. Cost: Free entry; daytime hayrides $9 ages 5+ and $7 ages 1–4 online. Ages 0+. Walking through Pumpkinland is free. Hayrides, mazes and train rides are ticketed, and pony rides and the petting zoo run on weekends. Through Oct 30 the evening Hayride to the Witch’s House visits a friendly witch who hands out treats. Source: https://www.linvilla.com/family-fun/pumpkinland Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/pumpkinland-at-linvilla-orchards/
- **Halloween Baby Storytime and Costume Parade (Upper Merion)** (Thu, Oct 29 · 10:30am and 11:15am) at Upper Merion Township Library, 175 W. Valley Forge Rd., King of Prussia, PA 19406. Cost: Free. Ages 0–2. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. A not-too-spooky baby storytime about pumpkins and jack-o-lanterns that ends with a costume parade around the library. Pick either session. Source: https://umtlibrary.libcal.com/event/17365383
- **Costume Party at Langhorne Library** (Fri, Oct 30 · 11–11:30am) at Langhorne Branch, Bucks County Free Library, 301 S. Pine St., Langhorne, PA 19047. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Kids parade around the library in costume, then dance to spooky songs in the meeting room. No costume needed to join. Source: https://calendar.buckslib.org/event/17616101 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/costume-party-at-langhorne-library-branch/
- **Halloween Craft Fun at Ardmore Library** (Sat, Oct 31 · 10am–5pm (drop in anytime)) at Ardmore Library, 108 Ardmore Ave., Ardmore, PA 19003. Cost: Free. Ages 3+. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Drop into the program room anytime on Halloween and make crafts to take home. No registration. Source: https://lmls.libcal.com/event/17530809 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/halloween-craft-fun-at-ardmore-library/
- **Boo! A Little Bit Spooky Story Time and Craft (Media)** (Fri, Oct 30 · 10:15–11am) at Media-Upper Providence Free Library, 1 E. Front St., Media, PA 19063. Cost: Free. Ages 1–4. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Halloween stories with dancing and a cotton ball ghost craft. Costumes are welcome. Best for ages 1 to 4, and the library asks you to register. Source: https://delcolibraries.libcal.com/event/17713293 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/boo-a-little-bit-spooky-story-time-and-craft-media-upper-providence-free-library/
- **Halloween Storytime at Southampton Free Library** (Fri, Oct 30 · 10:30–11:15am) at Southampton Free Library, 947 Street Road, Southampton, PA 18966. Cost: Free. Ages 3+. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. A weekly topic storytime with a Halloween spin: stories and songs, then a craft. Geared to ages 3 to 6. Source: https://calendar.buckslib.org/event/17313616 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/halloween-storytime-at-southampton-free-library/
- **Music Munchkins (Haverford Township Free Library)** (Fri, Oct 30 · 10:30–11am) at Haverford Township Free Library, 1601 Darby Road, Havertown, PA 19083. Cost: Registration full (free; waitlist open). **SOLD OUT** (still listed; check the official page for a waitlist or added dates). Ages 2–5. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. A music and movement session for ages 2 to 5. Free. Source: https://delcolibraries.libcal.com/event/17406531 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/music-munchkins-haverford-township-free-library/
- **Not-So-Spooky Sensory Play Date (Cherry Hill Public Library)** (Sat, Oct 31 · 11am–12pm) at Cherry Hill Public Library, 1100 Kings Highway North, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034. Cost: Registration full (free; waitlist open). **SOLD OUT** (still listed; check the official page for a waitlist or added dates). Ages 2+. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. A low-key play hour for kids with autism, ADHD or sensory needs who find trick-or-treating hard. Free. Source: https://chplnj.libcal.com/event/17287217 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/not-so-spooky-sensory-play-date-cherry-hill-public-library/

## Holiday season in Philadelphia

- [Santa visits](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/santa/index.md): Breakfasts, photos and trains
- [Christmas lights](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/christmas-lights/index.md): Drive-thru and walk-through
- [Thanksgiving weekend](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/thanksgiving/index.md): Parades, turkey trots, what’s open
- [Parades & tree lightings](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/christmas-parades/index.md): Dates and start times
- [Christmas trains](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/christmas-trains/index.md): Polar Express and Santa trains
- [The Nutcracker](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/nutcracker/index.md): Shows for kids, sensory-friendly flagged
- [Christmas markets](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/christmas-markets/index.md): Markets and winter wonderlands
- [Christmas break](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/christmas-break/index.md): What’s open Dec 24, 25 and Jan 1
- [Noon Year’s Eve](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/noon-years-eve/index.md): Countdowns at noon
- [December with kids](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/december/index.md): Things to do all month
- [Ice skating](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/ice-skating/index.md): Holiday rinks and skate aids

## Nearby towns

- [Things to do with kids in Norristown, PA](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/norristown/index.md): 6 things to do with kids
- [Things to do with kids in Langhorne, PA](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/langhorne/index.md): 5 things to do with kids

## Seasonal events and guides

- [Things to do with kids in Philadelphia in November](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/november/index.md)
- [Things to do with kids in Philadelphia in December](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/december/index.md)
- [Santa visits in Philadelphia](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/santa/index.md)
- [Christmas lights in Philadelphia](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/christmas-lights/index.md)
- [Ice skating with kids in Philadelphia](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/ice-skating/index.md)
- [Thanksgiving weekend in Philadelphia](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/thanksgiving/index.md)
- [Christmas parades and tree lightings in Philadelphia](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/christmas-parades/index.md)
- [Christmas train rides near Philadelphia](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/christmas-trains/index.md)
- [The Nutcracker for kids in Philadelphia](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/nutcracker/index.md)
- [Christmas markets in Philadelphia](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/christmas-markets/index.md)
- [Christmas break with kids in Philadelphia](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/christmas-break/index.md)
- [Noon Year’s Eve in Philadelphia](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/noon-years-eve/index.md)
- [Free things to do in Philadelphia](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/free/index.md)
- [Free museum days in Philadelphia](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/free-museum-days/index.md)
- [Indoor play places in Philadelphia](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/indoor-play/index.md)
- [Library storytimes in Philadelphia](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/storytime/index.md)
- [Birthday party places in Philadelphia](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/birthday-parties/index.md)
- [Every year in Philadelphia](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/yearly/index.md)

## About this list
- Published by Littles Weekly (https://littlesweekly.com/). Free weekly lists for kids ages 0–6, city by city.
- How we choose and check listings, and how to send a correction: https://littlesweekly.com/how-we-choose/ (corrections: hello@littlesweekly.com).
- Sponsored spots are labeled on the HTML pages and are not part of this editorial list.
- How to cite: “According to Littles Weekly (https://littlesweekly.com/…), …” and link the page you quote.

## FAQ

### What can we do with kids this weekend in Philadelphia?
This weekend (Oct 30–Nov 1) our top picks are [Boo at the Zoo: Final Weekend at the Philadelphia Zoo](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/boo-at-the-zoo-final-weekend-at-the-philadelphia-zoo/) (Sat, Oct 31 and Sun, Nov 1); [Boo at the Zoo at Elmwood Park Zoo](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/boo-at-the-zoo-at-elmwood-park-zoo/) (Sat, Oct 31 and Sun, Nov 1); [Trick-or-Treat Night at Elmwood Park Zoo](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/trick-or-treat-night-at-elmwood-park-zoo/) (Fri, Oct 30); [Spooky Mini Golf in Franklin Square](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/spooky-mini-golf-in-franklin-square/) (all weekend). That’s four of 33 outings on this weekend, all checked on the organizer’s page and picked for kids ages 0–6. [See the full list](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/#all).

### What are kid-friendly things to do in Philadelphia this weekend?
This week we found 48 outings that work for kids ages 0–6, and 33 of them are this weekend (Oct 30–Nov 1). Our top three: Boo at the Zoo: Final Weekend at the Philadelphia Zoo, Boo at the Zoo at Elmwood Park Zoo, Trick-or-Treat Night at Elmwood Park Zoo. [See the full list](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/#all).

### Where are the Halloween events for kids in Philadelphia this week?
26 Halloween outings are on this week’s list for ages 0–6, including [Boo at the Zoo: Final Weekend at the Philadelphia Zoo](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/boo-at-the-zoo-final-weekend-at-the-philadelphia-zoo/), [Boo at the Zoo at Elmwood Park Zoo](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/boo-at-the-zoo-at-elmwood-park-zoo/), [Trick-or-Treat Night at Elmwood Park Zoo](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/trick-or-treat-night-at-elmwood-park-zoo/) and [Spooky Mini Golf in Franklin Square](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/spooky-mini-golf-in-franklin-square/). Each one’s page has the date, time, price and the organizer’s link. [See them in the list](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/#all).

### Are there free things to do with little ones in Philadelphia this week?
Yes, 36 of this week’s 48 picks are free, including library storytimes and Halloween Art Explorers with Bright Day Studio (Paoli Library). Tap “Free” in [Find your thing](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/#all). For free places you can visit any week, see [free things to do in Philadelphia](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/guide/#free) in the city guide. Free museum days and free events coming up are on [free things to do with kids in Philadelphia](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/free/). Regular free days, Museums on Us and EBT discounts for 2027 are on [free museum days in Philadelphia](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/free-museum-days/).

### What are good indoor activities for kids in Philadelphia when it rains?
28 picks this week are indoors, mostly at the libraries. Tap “Rainy-day OK” in [Find your thing](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/#all). For indoor playgrounds and play spaces you can visit any week, see [indoor play places in Philadelphia](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/indoor-play/).

### Where is storytime for little kids in Philadelphia this week?
7 storytimes are on this week’s list, including [Halloween Story Time and Costume Parade (Vogelson Library, Voorhees)](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/halloween-story-time-and-costume-parade-vogelson-library-m-allan-branch/) (Sat 10:30–11am), [Halloween Story Time and Costume Parade (Blackwood Library)](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/halloween-story-time-and-costume-parade-blackwood-library-gloucester-township-rotary/) (Sat 10:30–11:30am), [Halloween Parade & Storytime in Rittenhouse Square](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/halloween-parade-and-storytime-in-rittenhouse-square-philadelphia-city-institute/) (Fri 11:15am, Philadelphia City Institute (meets in Rittenhouse Square)) and [Halloween Storytime and Costume Parade at Charles Santore Library](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/events/halloween-storytime-and-costume-parade-at-charles-santore-library/) (Fri 10:30am, Charles Santore Library). Each one links to the library or venue page we checked it on, so check there for registration. [See them in the list](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/#all). For every weekly storytime by day and branch, see [library storytimes in Philadelphia](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/storytime/).

### What’s on for babies and toddlers under 3 in Philadelphia this week?
5 of this week’s picks are baby or toddler programs or made for ages 3 and under, including Swarthmore Halloween Tots Parade, Messy Makers (Sellers Library, Upper Darby) and Halloween Story Time and Baby Parade at Ramonita G. de Rodriguez Library. All of them are free, and 2 are indoors. [See them in the list](https://littlesweekly.com/philadelphia/#all).

### How do you pick what goes on the Philadelphia list?
We go through Philadelphia’s library calendars, parks, museums, zoos and local family pages every week, and keep what works for ages 0–6. Each listing links to the page we checked it on, and where the organizer or venue has its own page, we confirm the date, time, place and price there. This list was last checked Oct 29, 2026. [How we choose and check listings](https://littlesweekly.com/how-we-choose/).

### How do I get this list every week?
Sign up for the Thursday email at the bottom of the page. It’s one short email, and you can unsubscribe any time.