September–November 2026 · United States
5 family outings in and around Philadelphia. Start with a harvest adventure, or keep it simple with a garden, park or woodland wander.
01A little harvest magic
September 12–November 8 · activity schedules vary
Explore pumpkin displays and choose one farm activity for an easy harvest-themed day.
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02An easy outdoor escape
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Treehouse-style canopy exploration, model trains, wide lawns, water features, and changing collections make this garden unusually engaging for children.
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03An easy outdoor escape
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Creekside paths, stone bridges, forest, historic mills, and car-free Forbidden Drive offer the city's most rewarding family nature day.
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04An easy outdoor escape
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A 6.5-acre play landscape, enormous century-old playhouse, and famous wooden slide give children ten and under room to climb, race, pretend, and reset.
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05An easy outdoor escape
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Zoo360 overhead trails, big cats, primates, rare animals, a children's zoo, and generous play breaks make America's first zoo a strong all-ages anchor.
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Make it your kind of weekend
Check the opening date, pick a manageable journey and leave room for a snack break. Gardens and parks are regular outings; foliage and harvest conditions vary with the weather.
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