Weekend Phillyfun Picks For Kids -- Jan. 23 - 25, 2015
There may be more snow on the way this weekend but there's still plenty of fun too to enjoy at one of these family fun events. Escape the winter weather by thinking about summer camp options at the MetroKids Summer Camp Fair or learn more about Scottish culture at the Up Helly AA Day celebration at the Garden State Discovery Museum, along with lots more for the whole family! – Jennifer Oxenford
MetroKids 7th Annual Summer Camp Fair
Conshocken Marriott
111 Crawford Ave
W. Conshohocken, PA
www.metrokids.com/MetroKids/Super-Camp-Fair
The MetroKids 7th Annual Summer Camp Fair takes place this Sunday, January 25th from 1-4p.m. Bring the whole family for this free event that will include hands on activities, prizes, demonstrations and more and of course learn about the wonderful array of local camps available for kids this summer. Free.
Peanut Butter and Jams Welcomes Recess Monkey
World Café Live
3025 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA
philly.worldcafelive.com
Don't miss the nationally acclaimed "Recess Monkey" – a trio of teachers who make music for kids and families that really rocks -- this Saturday, January 24th at 11:30 a.m. as part of the Peanut Butter and Jams kids' music series. Tickets $10. Doors 11 a.m. Show starts at 11:30 a.m.
Up Helly AA Day: Scottish Festival
Garden State Discovery Museum
2040 Springdale Road
Cherry Hill, NJ
www.discoverymuseum.com
Head out to the Garden State Discovery Museum in Cherry Hill this weekend for their next Passport to Discovery series highlighting cultures from around the world. The Scottish Festival will feature plaids, pipes and processions that are integral to the Scottish Viking festival to ring in the end of the Yule season. $12.95 plus tax.
Rothman Skate Rink at Dilworth Park
Dilworth Park
Broad and Market Streets
West Side of City Hall
Philadelphia, PA
www.ccdparks.org/dilworth-park/rothmanicerink
Despite the weekend warm up, the wintery fun continues at the new Rothman Skate Rink at Dilworth Park this Friday, January 23rd through Sunday, January 25th. Philly families will enjoy outdoor public skating against the backdrop of our landmark City Hall. Adults $4, children 10 and under $3, skate rental $8.
Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest
101 S. Columbus Blvd.
Philadelphia, PA
www.delawareriverwaterfront.com/places/blue-cross-riverrink
The Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest fun runs all weekend long with a magical winter landscape including a dazzling light show, winter garden and forest, shopping and refreshments in the new "Lodge" with indoor fireplaces, rustic décor and outdoor heat lamps, plus shopping at ArtStar with gifts and handmade items. And of course, the outdoor ice skating rink as the centerpiece of all the fun. Admission to Winterfest is free. Skate admission $3. Skate rental $10.
Free Admission on Sunday Mornings
Brandywine River Museum of Art
1 Hoffman's Mill Road
Route 1
Chadds Ford, PA
www.brandywinemuseum.org
Enjoy free admission to the beautiful Brandywine River Museum on Sunday mornings from 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Free.
Beauty and the Beast
Arden Theatre Company
40 N. 2nd Street
Philadelphia, PA
www.ardentheatre.org
Don't miss this bold re-telling of the classic tale of Beauty and the Beast at the Arden Theatre Co. This family-friendly performance will mesmerize theatre-goers of all ages with the story of two sisters, Cassandra and Belle, and how their world is changed forever when their father loses the family fortune and Belle encounters the Beast. Run time is 1hr and 30mins. Geared for families with children ages 5 and older. Tickets $18 - $36.
