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by Amber Bowie October 27, 2025
If your kids love fire trucks, construction vehicles, or anything with wheels, this is the perfect weekend outing!
On Saturday, November 8, 2025, the Please Touch Museum invites families to explore the world of Mighty Machines — a hands-on day of discovery where kids can see, touch, and learn all about the incredible machines that keep our world moving.
From big rigs to tiny tools, this special event will let children get up close with real-life fire trucks, construction vehicles, and engineering displays - including LEGO building stations and interactive learning experiences that spark creativity and curiosity.
Kids can:
Sit inside a fire truck 🚒
Experiment with LEGO engineering builds 🧱
Learn how machines work through play and imagination
It’s a day designed to celebrate big imaginations and little hands!

The Please Touch Museum is one of Philly’s best spots for young explorers, and the Mighty Machines event makes it even more special. It’s educational, interactive, and full of photo-worthy moments - perfect for toddlers and early elementary-aged kids who love trucks, tools, and building.
📅 Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025
📍 Location: Please Touch Museum, 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA
⏰ Time: Regular museum hours (check pleasetouchmuseum.org for details)
💵 Admission: Included with museum entry
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by Amber Bowie December 15, 2025
Celebrate the Festival of Lights at the Please Touch Museum with themed storytimes and a performance of “The Magic Latkes” — a fun and family-friendly Hanukkah event for Philly kids.
by Amber Bowie December 12, 2025
Enjoy a free Christmas Festival in Germantown with crafts, Santa photos, a Christmas pageant, lunch, and goats from the Philly Goat Project — a fun holiday outing for Philly families.
by Amber Bowie December 10, 2025
Looking for free holiday activities in Philadelphia? The Clay Studio’s Hands on Clay workshop invites kids and families to create their own holiday ornament during a fun, hands-on art experience.
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