Family Shows in Philadelphia

Family-friendly theatre, circus shows, magic performances, and live entertainment in Philadelphia.

Updated: October 14, 2026
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Philadelphia hosts 109 upcoming family shows, including children's theatre, circus performances, magic shows, and puppetry, with tickets starting from $25 and averaging $49, across venues throughout Philadelphia, PA. Next up: October 31, 2026 at The Ritz Theatre Company. Schedules updated as of October 14, 2026.

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Upcoming Shows
Oct 31
Next Show
$25
Lowest Price
$49
Average Price
Next Family Show:
Hansel and Gretel
Oct 31 · 10:00 AM · Oaklyn, NJ
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Family Shows Schedule 2026

Upcoming family performances updated daily.
Upcoming Family Shows: 109
  • Oct
    31
    2026
    10:00 AM
    Sat
    CHILDREN / FAMILY
    Best Value
    Weekend Event
    Hansel and Gretel
    The Ritz Theatre Company
    The Ritz Theatre Company
    location915 White Horse Pike, Oaklyn, NJ 08107location915 White Horse Pike, Oaklyn, NJ 08107
    From $28Avg. price ~ $49Tickets Available: 84
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  • Oct
    31
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Sat
    CHILDREN / FAMILY
    Best Value
    Weekend Event
    Hansel and Gretel
    The Ritz Theatre Company
    The Ritz Theatre Company
    location915 White Horse Pike, Oaklyn, NJ 08107location915 White Horse Pike, Oaklyn, NJ 08107
    From $25Avg. price ~ $54Tickets Available: 144
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  • Nov
    21
    2026
    12:00 PM
    Sat
    MAGIC SHOWS
    Weekend Event
    Spellbinder Magic and Hip Hop Brunch
    Spellbinder Magic and Hip Hop Brunch
    The Loft At City Winery - Philadelphia
    The Loft At City Winery - Philadelphia
    location990 Filbert Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107location990 Filbert Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
    From $37Avg. price ~ $63Tickets Available: 46
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  • Nov
    21
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Sat
    HOLIDAY
    Weekend Event
    A Magical Motown Christmas
    Scottish Rite Auditorium - Collingswood
    Scottish Rite Auditorium - Collingswood
    location315 White Horse Pike, Collingswood, NJ 08108location315 White Horse Pike, Collingswood, NJ 08108
    From $68Avg. price ~ $118Tickets Available: 594
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  • Dec
    11
    2026
    6:00 PM
    Fri
    CHILDREN / FAMILY
    Blippi Live
    Keswick Theatre • 1,300 seats
    Keswick Theatre
    location291 North Keswick Avenue, Glenside, PA 19038location291 North Keswick Avenue, Glenside, PA 19038
    From $55Avg. price ~ $122Tickets Available: 1904
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  • Dec
    11
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Fri
    HOLIDAY
    A Very Sw!ng Out Holiday
    Zellerbach Theater at Annenberg Center
    Zellerbach Theater at Annenberg Center
    location3680 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104location3680 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104
    From $83Avg. price ~ $143Tickets Available: 107
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  • Dec
    12
    2026
    2:00 PM
    Sat
    HOLIDAY
    Weekend Event
    A Very Sw!ng Out Holiday
    Zellerbach Theater at Annenberg Center
    Zellerbach Theater at Annenberg Center
    location3680 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104location3680 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104
    From $83Avg. price ~ $143Tickets Available: 64
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  • Dec
    12
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Sat
    HOLIDAY
    Weekend Event
    A Very Sw!ng Out Holiday
    Zellerbach Theater at Annenberg Center
    Zellerbach Theater at Annenberg Center
    location3680 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104location3680 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104
    From $83Avg. price ~ $146Tickets Available: 101
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  • Dec
    15
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Tue
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    High Demand
    Operation Mincemeat
    Forrest Theatre • 1,851 seats
    Forrest Theatre
    location1114 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107location1114 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
    From $90Avg. price ~ $307Tickets Available: 397
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  • Dec
    16
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Wed
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    High Demand
    Operation Mincemeat
    Forrest Theatre • 1,851 seats
    Forrest Theatre
    location1114 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107location1114 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
    From $90Avg. price ~ $315Tickets Available: 384
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  • Dec
    17
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Thu
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    High Demand
    Operation Mincemeat
    Forrest Theatre • 1,851 seats
    Forrest Theatre
    location1114 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107location1114 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
    From $104Avg. price ~ $319Tickets Available: 378
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  • Dec
    17
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Thu
    THEATRE
    High Demand
    Cirque Du Soleil - Twas The Night Before
    The Met Presented by Highmark
    The Met Presented by Highmark
    location858 N Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 19130location858 N Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 19130
    From $61Avg. price ~ $173Tickets Available: 4839
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  • Dec
    18
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Fri
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    High Demand
    Operation Mincemeat
    Forrest Theatre • 1,851 seats
    Forrest Theatre
    location1114 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107location1114 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
    From $102Avg. price ~ $324Tickets Available: 409
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  • Dec
    18
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Fri
    THEATRE
    Cirque Du Soleil - Twas The Night Before
    The Met Presented by Highmark
    The Met Presented by Highmark
    location858 N Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 19130location858 N Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 19130
    From $61Avg. price ~ $172Tickets Available: 4850
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  • Dec
    19
    2026
    10:00 AM
    Sat
    CHILDREN / FAMILY
    Best Value
    Weekend Event
    Mrs. Tinkerton Christmas Toy Shop
    The Ritz Theatre Company
    The Ritz Theatre Company
    location915 White Horse Pike, Oaklyn, NJ 08107location915 White Horse Pike, Oaklyn, NJ 08107
    From $28Avg. price ~ $51Tickets Available: 126
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  • Dec
    19
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Sat
    CHILDREN / FAMILY
    Best Value
    Weekend Event
    Mrs. Tinkerton Christmas Toy Shop
    The Ritz Theatre Company
    The Ritz Theatre Company
    location915 White Horse Pike, Oaklyn, NJ 08107location915 White Horse Pike, Oaklyn, NJ 08107
    From $28Avg. price ~ $53Tickets Available: 134
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  • Dec
    19
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Sat
    THEATRE
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Cirque Du Soleil - Twas The Night Before
    The Met Presented by Highmark
    The Met Presented by Highmark
    location858 N Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 19130location858 N Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 19130
    From $61Avg. price ~ $170Tickets Available: 3818
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  • Dec
    19
    2026
    1:30 PM
    Sat
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Operation Mincemeat
    Forrest Theatre • 1,851 seats
    Forrest Theatre
    location1114 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107location1114 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
    From $114Avg. price ~ $276Tickets Available: 543
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  • Dec
    19
    2026
    3:00 PM
    Sat
    CHILDREN / FAMILY
    Best Value
    Weekend Event
    Mrs. Tinkerton Christmas Toy Shop
    The Ritz Theatre Company
    The Ritz Theatre Company
    location915 White Horse Pike, Oaklyn, NJ 08107location915 White Horse Pike, Oaklyn, NJ 08107
    From $28Avg. price ~ $54Tickets Available: 143
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  • Dec
    19
    2026
    4:00 PM
    Sat
    THEATRE
    Weekend Event
    Cirque Du Soleil - Twas The Night Before
    The Met Presented by Highmark
    The Met Presented by Highmark
    location858 N Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 19130location858 N Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 19130
    From $61Avg. price ~ $172Tickets Available: 4285
    View Tickets
  • Dec
    19
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Sat
    THEATRE
    Weekend Event
    Cirque Du Soleil - Twas The Night Before
    The Met Presented by Highmark
    The Met Presented by Highmark
    location858 N Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 19130location858 N Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 19130
    From $61Avg. price ~ $174Tickets Available: 4982
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  • Dec
    19
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Sat
    HOLIDAY
    Weekend Event
    A John Waters Christmas
    City Winery - Philadelphia
    City Winery - Philadelphia
    location990 Filbert St., Philadelphia, PA 19107location990 Filbert St., Philadelphia, PA 19107
    From $91Avg. price ~ $215Tickets Available: 74
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  • Dec
    19
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Sat
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Operation Mincemeat
    Forrest Theatre • 1,851 seats
    Forrest Theatre
    location1114 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107location1114 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
    From $106Avg. price ~ $280Tickets Available: 821
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  • Dec
    20
    2026
    12:00 PM
    Sun
    THEATRE
    Weekend Event
    Cirque Du Soleil - Twas The Night Before
    The Met Presented by Highmark
    The Met Presented by Highmark
    location858 N Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 19130location858 N Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 19130
    From $61Avg. price ~ $176Tickets Available: 5095
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Featured Shows for Kids

Popular family performances and live entertainment.
Hansel and Gretel
Hansel and Gretel
CHILDREN / FAMILY
915 White Horse Pike, Oaklyn, NJ 08107
Upcoming Family Shows: 11
Next Show: Oct 31, 2026 10:00 AM
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Spellbinder Magic and Hip Hop Theater Brunch
Spellbinder Magic and Hip Hop Theater Brunch
MAGIC SHOWS
990 Filbert Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Upcoming Family Shows: 5
Next Show: Nov 21, 2026 12:00 PM
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A Magical Motown Christmas
A Magical Motown Christmas
HOLIDAY
315 White Horse Pike, Collingswood, NJ 08108
Upcoming Family Shows: 5
Next Show: Nov 21, 2026 7:30 PM
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Blippi Live
Blippi Live
CHILDREN / FAMILY
291 North Keswick Avenue, Glenside, PA 19038
Upcoming Family Shows: 26
Next Show: Dec 11, 2026 6:00 PM
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A Very Sw!ng Out Holiday
A Very Sw!ng Out Holiday
HOLIDAY
3680 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104
Upcoming Family Shows: 10
Next Show: Dec 11, 2026 7:30 PM
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Cirque Du Soleil - Twas The Night Before
Cirque Du Soleil - Twas The Night Before
Cirque du Soleil
858 N Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 19130
Upcoming Family Shows: 155
Next Show: Dec 17, 2026 7:30 PM
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Mrs. Tinkerton Christmas Toy Shop
Mrs. Tinkerton Christmas Toy Shop
CHILDREN / FAMILY
915 White Horse Pike, Oaklyn, NJ 08107
Upcoming Family Shows: 3
Next Show: Dec 19, 2026 10:00 AM
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A John Waters Christmas
A John Waters Christmas
HOLIDAY
990 Filbert St., Philadelphia, PA 19107
Upcoming Family Shows: 16
Next Show: Dec 19, 2026 7:30 PM
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Disney On Ice: Spotlight Magic!
Disney On Ice: Spotlight Magic!
Ice Show
3601 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148
Upcoming Family Shows: 170
Next Show: Dec 26, 2026 11:00 AM
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Cirque Eloize - ID
Cirque Eloize - ID
CIRCUS
3680 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104
Upcoming Family Shows: 6
Next Show: Jan 23, 2027 2:00 PM
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The Gruffalo
The Gruffalo
CHILDREN / FAMILY
3680 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104
Upcoming Family Shows: 5
Next Show: Feb 13, 2027 2:00 PM
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Wild Kratts - Live
Wild Kratts - Live
CHILDREN / FAMILY
250 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
Upcoming Family Shows: 34
Next Show: Apr 02, 2027 3:30 PM
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Wild Kratts Live
Wild Kratts Live
CHILDREN / FAMILY
250 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
Upcoming Family Shows: 1
Next Show: Apr 02, 2027 6:30 PM
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Finding Nemo Jr.
Finding Nemo Jr.
CHILDREN / FAMILY
825 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Upcoming Family Shows: 30
Next Show: May 08, 2027 11:00 AM
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Jason Ladanye
Jason Ladanye
MAGIC SHOWS
990 Filbert St., Philadelphia, PA 19107
Upcoming Family Shows: 9
Next Show: Jul 31, 2027 7:30 PM
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Family Shows by Category

Explore family entertainment for children and all ages.

🎭 Children's Theatre
Live stage productions designed for young audiences.
🎪 Circus Shows
Acrobatic performances, family spectacles, and touring productions.
✨ Magic Shows
Illusions, family entertainment, and interactive performances.
🎄 Holiday Shows
Seasonal productions and family celebrations.
🧸 Character Shows
Popular children's characters and family productions.
🎵 Musical Productions
Family musicals and musical theatre performances.
🎨 Educational Shows
Interactive performances combining learning and entertainment.
🎭 Touring Productions
National and international family entertainment events.

Family-Friendly Venues

Theatres and venues hosting family performances.
City Winery - Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA
Family-Friendly Venue
Upcoming Family Shows: 2
Next Show: Dec 19, 2026
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Keswick Theatre
Glenside, PA
Theatre
Upcoming Family Shows: 1
Next Show: Dec 11, 2026
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Miller Theater at The Kimmel Center
Philadelphia, PA
Theatre
Upcoming Family Shows: 2
Next Show: Apr 02, 2027
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Scottish Rite Auditorium - Collingswood
Collingswood, NJ
Theatre
Upcoming Family Shows: 1
Next Show: Nov 21, 2026
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The Loft At City Winery - Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA
Family-Friendly Venue
Upcoming Family Shows: 1
Next Show: Nov 21, 2026
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The Met Presented by Highmark
Philadelphia, PA
Family-Friendly Venue
Upcoming Family Shows: 16
Next Show: Dec 17, 2026
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The Ritz Theatre Company
Oaklyn, NJ
Theatre
Upcoming Family Shows: 5
Next Show: Oct 31, 2026
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Walnut Street Theatre
Philadelphia, PA
Theatre
Upcoming Family Shows: 10
Next Show: May 08, 2027
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Xfinity Mobile Arena
Philadelphia, PA
Arena
Upcoming Family Shows: 26
Next Show: Dec 26, 2026
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Zellerbach Theater at Annenberg Center
Philadelphia, PA
Theatre
Upcoming Family Shows: 5
Next Show: Dec 11, 2026
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About Family Shows

Live entertainment for children and families.

Family shows include children's theatre, circus performances, magic acts, touring productions, seasonal events, musicals, educational performances, and live entertainment designed for children, parents, and multi-generational audiences.

Family Shows Overview

Family entertainment at a glance.

Category Examples
Children's Theatre Stage productions for young audiences
Circus Shows Acrobatic and touring family productions
Magic Shows Illusion and interactive performances
Family Musicals Musical theatre and family productions
Holiday Shows Seasonal and festive performances
Character Shows Children's entertainment productions
Educational Shows Learning-focused live entertainment
Touring Productions National and international touring shows

Family Shows FAQ

Answers to common questions about family shows, venues, tickets, and schedules.

What types of family shows are available in Philadelphia?

Family shows may include children's theatre, circus performances, magic shows, family musicals, educational productions, and seasonal events.

Are family shows suitable for all ages?

Many family shows are designed for children and parents, though age recommendations may vary by production.

Where are family shows performed in Philadelphia?

Family shows are commonly presented at theatres, performing arts centers, arenas, convention centers, and entertainment venues.

Can I find family shows during school holidays?

Yes. Many venues schedule special family performances during holidays, weekends, and school breaks.

Are tickets required for family shows?

Most family performances require tickets, although some community and seasonal events may offer free admission.

How can I find upcoming family shows?

Browse the schedule by date, venue, category, or month to discover upcoming family entertainment.

Do touring family productions visit Philadelphia?

Many national and international family productions regularly tour major cities and regional venues.

How often is the family shows schedule updated?

Show schedules, venue information, and ticket availability are updated regularly throughout the year.