Main Line Parent Community Calendar:

Fun Things To Do With Kids Around the Main Line

Discover family-friendly events with the Main Line Parent Community Calendar. Our team adds fresh content every week to help you make the most of raising kids in Philly’s Western Suburbs, from the baby and little ones-stage through the teen years and beyond! Please be sure to check with the host location about their health and safety protocols, as well as their registration requirements, prior to heading out!

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Quiet Mornings at Elmwood Park Zoo

Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PA, United States

On the last Thursday of every month, the zoo will open an hour early for Quiet Mornings. This is a great opportunity for our guests with special needs and their families to enjoy a more relaxing visit to the zoo. Quiet Mornings offer a less-crowded […]

Event Series Namaste India

Namaste India

Please Touch Museum Memorial Hall, 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA

Experience the vibrant art, food, and culture of India — a country rich in traditions with a focus on the future. Created by The Magic House, St. Louis Children’s Museum in partnership with the St. Louis Indian community, Namaste India encourages global awareness and cultural […]

Event Series The Art of the Brick

The Art of the Brick

Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Named one of CNN's Top Ten "Global Must-See Exhibitions," The Art of the Brick exhibit by artist Nathan Sawaya is a critically acclaimed collection of inspiring artworks made exclusively from one of the most recognizable toys in the world: the LEGO® brick. From child's toy to sophisticated art form and beyond, the […]

Event Series Bubble Bash

Bubble Bash

Adventure Aquarium 1 Riverside Drive, Camden, NJ, United States

This spring break, Adventure Aquarium is bubbling with excitement! From March 22 through April 28, they're brewing up a bubbly bonanza with endless floating bubbles, eye-popping demonstrations, and interactive activities. Embark on a bubble scavenger hunt, get showered with billions of bubbles at their Bubble […]

Under The Canopy: Animals of the Rainforest

The Academy of Natural Sciences 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Travel to the most diverse ecosystem on the planet! Under the Canopy: Animals of the Rainforest is an immersive exhibition introducing you to the fascinating world of rainforests and the animals that inhabit them. Learn about unique plants and rainforest ecology as you encounter a live sloth, […]

Event Series Passover at ESPHS

Passover at ESPHS

Eastern State Penitentiary 2027 Fairmount Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site between April 22–29 to engage with special content focused on the history of Judaism at Eastern State Penitentiary. Programming includes behind-the-scenes guide-led tours, educational video programming, reading material, and more. Special program, April 22–29, 10 am–5 pm each day. […]

Spring Blooms at Longwood Gardens

Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, PA, United States

From the progression of early spring bulbs ushering in the season, to vibrant blooms of Longwood's beloved tulips, to the welcoming fragrance of their flowering trees beckoning you to explore more, spring is in the air — and all around you — in their Gardens […]

Family Game Night on Thursdays

Twenty One Pips 24 Cricket Avenue, Ardmore, PA, United States

Join Twenty One Pips every Thursday for Family Game Night! Your ticket (good for up to two adults and four children) includes: Free library passes to play any of our hundreds of games (Normally $7 each) A flatbread of your choice Unlimited soft drinks for […]

Event Series Namaste India

Namaste India

Please Touch Museum Memorial Hall, 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA

Experience the vibrant art, food, and culture of India — a country rich in traditions with a focus on the future. Created by The Magic House, St. Louis Children’s Museum in partnership with the St. Louis Indian community, Namaste India encourages global awareness and cultural […]

Event Series The Art of the Brick

The Art of the Brick

Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Named one of CNN's Top Ten "Global Must-See Exhibitions," The Art of the Brick exhibit by artist Nathan Sawaya is a critically acclaimed collection of inspiring artworks made exclusively from one of the most recognizable toys in the world: the LEGO® brick. From child's toy to sophisticated art form and beyond, the […]

Event Series Bubble Bash

Bubble Bash

Adventure Aquarium 1 Riverside Drive, Camden, NJ, United States

This spring break, Adventure Aquarium is bubbling with excitement! From March 22 through April 28, they're brewing up a bubbly bonanza with endless floating bubbles, eye-popping demonstrations, and interactive activities. Embark on a bubble scavenger hunt, get showered with billions of bubbles at their Bubble […]

Under The Canopy: Animals of the Rainforest

The Academy of Natural Sciences 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Travel to the most diverse ecosystem on the planet! Under the Canopy: Animals of the Rainforest is an immersive exhibition introducing you to the fascinating world of rainforests and the animals that inhabit them. Learn about unique plants and rainforest ecology as you encounter a live sloth, […]

Event Series Passover at ESPHS

Passover at ESPHS

Eastern State Penitentiary 2027 Fairmount Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site between April 22–29 to engage with special content focused on the history of Judaism at Eastern State Penitentiary. Programming includes behind-the-scenes guide-led tours, educational video programming, reading material, and more. Special program, April 22–29, 10 am–5 pm each day. […]

Spring Blooms at Longwood Gardens

Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, PA, United States

From the progression of early spring bulbs ushering in the season, to vibrant blooms of Longwood's beloved tulips, to the welcoming fragrance of their flowering trees beckoning you to explore more, spring is in the air — and all around you — in their Gardens […]

Courageous Hearts – A Night Out for Our Most Vulnerable Littles

The Barn Yard 305 2nd Avenue, #212, Collegeville, PA

The Barn Yard is having an evening play session tailored for individuals with compromised immune systems. They are dedicated to providing a safe and hygienic environment for everyone to enjoy. In ordern to ensure the utmost cleanliness and safety for all attending, they will thoroughly […]

Safari Slumber Party – Parent Survival Night!

The Little Gym Ardmore 24 Cricket Avenue, Ardmore, PA, United States

Parent Survival Nights (PSN) are a chance for you, the parents, to drop the kiddos at the gym and take the night off knowing they are safe, seeing friends, and having a BLAST (not to mention getting all that pre-bedtime energy out!). Safari adventurers are […]

Grand Opening Day at Mavey Books

Mavey Books 8 Cricket Avenue, Ardmore, PA, United States

Welcome to Ardmore, Mavey Books! Mavey Books is a local women-owned indie bookstore based in Ardmore. How appropriate that their Grand Opening is taking place right on Independent Bookstore Day?? We'll update if there are any specific activities happening, but even if there aren't, we […]

Food Truck Frenzy

Linvilla Orchards 137 W. Knowlton Road, Media, PA, United States

Who doesn't love food...better yet from food trucks!  Linvilla is partnering with local food trucks to bring you these food-tastic events at the farm! Along with delicious treats from the trucks, make sure you grab a beer in the Beer Garden.The atmosphere will be filled […]

29th Annual Narberth Cystic Fibrosis Run & Walk

Narberth Park 80 Windsor Avenue, Narberth, PA

Join Take A Breather Foundation for a charity run and walk event, the 29th Annual Narberth Cystic Fibrosis Run & Walk, on Saturday, April 27th, at 9 a.m. Lace up your running shoes for a 5-mile run through the picturesque streets of Narberth — a […]

Event Series Namaste India

Namaste India

Please Touch Museum Memorial Hall, 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA

Experience the vibrant art, food, and culture of India — a country rich in traditions with a focus on the future. Created by The Magic House, St. Louis Children’s Museum in partnership with the St. Louis Indian community, Namaste India encourages global awareness and cultural […]

Museum Matinee: Darbuka Performance

Please Touch Museum Memorial Hall, 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA

In celebration of Arab American Heritage Month, join the Please Touch Museum for an Arabic percussion performance called darbuka, performed by local elementary school students, led by Al-Bustan teaching artist Hafez Kotain.

Event Series The Art of the Brick

The Art of the Brick

Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Named one of CNN's Top Ten "Global Must-See Exhibitions," The Art of the Brick exhibit by artist Nathan Sawaya is a critically acclaimed collection of inspiring artworks made exclusively from one of the most recognizable toys in the world: the LEGO® brick. From child's toy to sophisticated art form and beyond, the […]

Event Series Bubble Bash

Bubble Bash

Adventure Aquarium 1 Riverside Drive, Camden, NJ, United States

This spring break, Adventure Aquarium is bubbling with excitement! From March 22 through April 28, they're brewing up a bubbly bonanza with endless floating bubbles, eye-popping demonstrations, and interactive activities. Embark on a bubble scavenger hunt, get showered with billions of bubbles at their Bubble […]

Under The Canopy: Animals of the Rainforest

The Academy of Natural Sciences 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Travel to the most diverse ecosystem on the planet! Under the Canopy: Animals of the Rainforest is an immersive exhibition introducing you to the fascinating world of rainforests and the animals that inhabit them. Learn about unique plants and rainforest ecology as you encounter a live sloth, […]

Indie Bookstore Day @ Main Point Books

Main Point Books 116 N. Wayne Avenue, Wayne, PA

Join Main Point Books in Wayne for Indie Bookstore Day! They'll have authors, IBD exclusive merchandise, and give-aways all day! Author Signings Schedule: Kid’s Authors 10:00 am  Liz Montague, “The Equinox Test” 11:00 am   Alex London, “The Princess Protection Agency,” Battle Dragons series 12:00 pm   […]

Event Series Passover at ESPHS

Passover at ESPHS

Eastern State Penitentiary 2027 Fairmount Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site between April 22–29 to engage with special content focused on the history of Judaism at Eastern State Penitentiary. Programming includes behind-the-scenes guide-led tours, educational video programming, reading material, and more. Special program, April 22–29, 10 am–5 pm each day. […]

Independent Bookstore Day @ Children’s Book World

Children's Book World 17 Haverford Station Rd, Haverford, PA

Come celebrate with Children's Book World! Independent Bookstore Day is Saturday, April 27th and they have tons of fun planned for you. From 11 am to noon they’ll have a representative from TWEE, a local company that makes incredible and beautiful sidewalk chalk! She’ll let […]

Spring Blooms at Longwood Gardens

Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, PA, United States

From the progression of early spring bulbs ushering in the season, to vibrant blooms of Longwood's beloved tulips, to the welcoming fragrance of their flowering trees beckoning you to explore more, spring is in the air — and all around you — in their Gardens […]

Event Series Passover at Sesame Place

Passover at Sesame Place

Sesame Place 100 Sesame Road, Langhorne, PA, United States

Join the gang at Sesame Place for a special Passover event. Catch a special Passover-themed storytime with one of your Sesame Street friends or get a photo with Baby Bear, who celebrates Passover with his family, on the Sesame Street Neighborhood. Then, gather with a […]

PJ Masks Meet & Greet at Sesame Place

Sesame Place 100 Sesame Road, Langhorne, PA, United States

Get ready for an action-packed day with your favorite PJ Masks heroes – Catboy, Owlette, and Gekko! Don’t miss this opportunity to meet everyone’s favorite heroes as they pose for photos. These mystery-solving superheroes encourage children to spark their curiosity and inspire imaginative play and […]

Event Series Family Nature Strolls

Family Nature Strolls

Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, PA, United States

Discover the sights, sounds, and scents of the season with a fun, 30-minute nature walk designed for the whole family at Longwood Gardens. Two sessions Explore nature near and far with tools like magnifying glasses and binoculars while using your senses to experience the Gardens […]

VFES Community Day

Valley Forge Educational Services 1777 North Valley Road, Malvern, PA

VFES Community Day is a free, sensory-friendly event for all families in the community who have children with special needs. Come out to Valley Forge Educational Services and enjoy a free lunch and refreshments, plus a petting zoo, outdoor inflatable activities, arts & crafts, a […]

Sheep Shearing Day at Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation

Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation Ridley Creek State Park, 3900 North Sandy Flash Drive, Newtown Square, PA, United States

Come see our sheep get their annual haircuts and participate in many of the steps used to turn that wool into cold weather clothing including washing, carding, spinning, and dyeing! CPP is home to many heritage breed sheep including Hog Island, Leicester Longwool, Horned Dorset, […]

Passover Adventure: ​Playground Matzah Hunt!

Bala Cynwyd

Your kids will enjoy playing at the playground, searching for hidden matzah, and then gathering around for Passover story time.  Pre-registration is required. Please register everyone, including both children and adults, who plan to attend. Location: An outdoor location in Bala Cynwyd, PA; exact address will […]

Free Pickleball for Autistic Children

Paddock Park 214 W. Hillcrest Avenue, Havertown, PA

Join this a fun-filled day of pickleball learning and bonding with your kids! This FREE pickleball clinic is tailored for parents and their kids, offering a fantastic opportunity to learn the game together. There will be eight courts and eight dedicated coaches to guide you […]