The best things to do in Philadelphia this weekend

Happy Friday! Below are some of our favorite things to do in the Philadelphia area this weekend. We put out new Philly weekend plans for you every week, so you’ll always have something to do on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

You can always find our favorite activities of the weekend at sinomn.com/things-to-do. Have an event you’d like to feature in the Inquirer? Submit an event to our calendar.

(Community) June is Pride Month and the city has no shortage of celebrations. Kick this off this weekend with flag raisings and a street festival in the Gayborhood.

⌚️May 30 - June 1, 📍Various locations, 🌐 phillypride365.org, 💵 Pay-as-you-go

(Music / festival) The Mann Center in Fairmount Park transforms into Philly’s most anticipated music festival of the year, curated by hometown heroes Questlove and Black Thought. This two-day celebration brings big-name headliners, up-and-comers, and surprise guests across multiple stages, plus podcast recordings, food vendors, merch, and a full city takeover vibe. While not kid-specific, it’s an iconic experience for older teens or music-loving families who don’t mind a crowd.

⌚June 1–2, start times vary, 📍5201 Parkside Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19131, 🌐 rootspicnic.com, 💵 $109+ per day, $169+ weekend pass

(Community) Looking to get your tennis game together before the start of the summer? Head to Court 16 for their complimentary open house. Kids and adults can come play and the pros will lead you through the fundamentals you need to own the court.

⌚️May 31, 2-5p.m., 1400 N. Howard St., Philadelphia, Pa, 19122, 🌐 court16.com, 💵 $Free

(Community) It’s Oyster season and the city’s favorite oyster festival is back for another year. Head to Liberty Point at Penn’s Landing and delight in an oyster lovers dream. The day will include live music, food and drinks, shucking tutorials and more. Children under 10 can enter for free.

⌚️June 1, 12-3:30p.m., 📍211 S. Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia, Pa, 19106, 🌐 ticketleap.events, 💵 $83

(Community) The Devon Horse Show is an annual tradition and one of the largest multi-breed horse shows in the country. Come watch as competitors from around the world showcase their skills in hopes of winning top prize. The County Fair hosts dozens of pop up restaurants, fair food stands, boutique shopping vendors and more.

⌚️ May 21-June 1, 📍23 Dorset Rd., Devon, PA 19333, 🌐 devonhorseshow.net, 💵 $10-350

(Movies) Film lovers, this one’s for you. Enjoy well crafted cinematic magic created by established and emerging Latino filmmakers. The festival will include feature films, shorts, animations, web series and documentaries, as well as workshops and discussions.

⌚️May 25- July 6, 📍Various locations, 🌐 phlaff.org, 💵 Pay-as-you-go

(Community) ‘Tis the season for outdoor eating, all summer long in Media. Grab an alfresco table at one of over two dozen participating restaurants, and enjoy a meal in the fresh air with the street closed to traffic.

⌚️May - September 24, 📍State St., between Jackson St., and Orange St., Media, Pa, 19063, 🌐 visitmediapa.com, 💵 Pay-as-you-go

(Community) A visit to Longwood Gardens is a must on your spring and summer bucket lists. All spring and summer, the fountains in the gardens come to live, with some jets blasting as high as 175 feet. Whether you stroll through during the daytime, or catch an illuminated night time performance, you’re bound to have a great time.

⌚️ May 9 - September 28, 📍1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Sq., Pa, 19348, 🌐 longwoodgardens.org, 💵 $8-35

(Art) A new exhibit is heading to the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Christina Ramberg: A Retrospective is an anthology of the Chicago artist’s work, highlighting the full spectrum of her career.

⌚️Feb. 8-June 1, 📍2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy., Philadelphia, Pa, 19130, 🌐 press.philamuseum.org, 💵 $14-30

Get all your errands done on Saturday, because come Sunday, the festivals, museum days, and family fun are going to keep you real busy — in the best way.

(Pride / free) For kids who love parades, this one’s hard to beat: The Philadelphia Pride March features the nation’s longest rainbow flag (600 feet!), lively floats, bands, and jaw-dropping outfits. After the march ends at noon, the Gayborhood-wide festival kicks off, including a dedicated family zone with games and drag storytime. Ages 2 and up.

⌚June 1, 10:30 a.m.–noon (festival until 7 p.m.), 📍Starts at 6th and Walnut Sts., Philadelphia, PA 19106, 🌐 phillypride365.org, 💵 Free

(Art / free) At the Brandywine River Museum of Art in Chadds Ford, kids can use plant-based pigments to create art, build floral sculptures, and explore native plants on a sketch-friendly nature walk. Ages 3–12.

⌚June 1, 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., 📍1 Hoffman’s Mill Rd., Chadds Ford, PA 19317, 🌐 brandywine.org, 💵 Free

(Art / music / free) The Barnes Foundation hosts a Puerto Rican cultural celebration with live bomba and plena from Los Bomberos de la Calle and bilingual storytime with Ana Atach. Registration opens May 29. Ages 2–12.

⌚June 1, 10 a.m.–5 p.m., 📍2025 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy., Philadelphia, PA 19130, 🌐 barnesfoundation.org, 💵 Free

(Art / free) The Philadelphia Museum of Art celebrates Pride Month with drag queen storytime from Brittany Lynn, tunes from Ants on a Log, a kids’ fashion show inspired by designer Patrick Kelly, and wearable art workshops. Ages 3–12.

⌚June 1, 11 a.m.–4 p.m., 📍2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy., Philadelphia, PA 19130, 🌐 philamuseum.org, 💵 Free / pay-as-you-go

(Art / free) High School Park in Elkins Park turns into a springtime celebration with live music, local artists, native plant sellers, and picnic vibes spread across 11 leafy acres. All ages.

⌚June 1, 10 a.m.–4 p.m., 📍Montgomery Ave. & High School Rd., Elkins Park, PA 19027, 🌐 fhsp.org, 💵 Free

(Seasonal / multi-day) These two Delaware River-side parks reopen for summer with roller skating, boardwalk games, hammocks, oversized board games, and all the snacks you could want. All ages.

⌚May 23–Sept. 1 (later for Spruce Street Harbor Park), 📍101 & 301 S. Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19106, 🌐 delawareriverwaterfront.com, 💵 Free / pay-as-you-go

(Books / multi-day) At the Please Touch Museum, kids explore the worlds of Rosie Revere, Iggy Peck, Ada Twist, and friends through themed games in engineering, science, government, and more. Ages 2–7.

⌚May 24–Aug. 27, 9 a.m.–4 p.m., 📍4231 Ave. of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA 19131, 🌐 pleasetouchmuseum.org, 💵 $22

(History / multi-day) At the Museum of the American Revolution, explore nearly half of the Revolutionary War flags that still exist — many made by Philadelphians like Betsy Ross and Rebecca Flower Young. Ages 5 and up.

⌚April 19–Aug. 10, 10 a.m.–5 p.m., 📍101 S. 3rd St., Philadelphia, PA 19106, 🌐 amrevmuseum.org, 💵 $13–$25; $2 ACCESS; free 5 and under