The Best Things To Do Around the Main Line with Kids
Discover the best family-friendly things to do in and around the Main Line with kids, including events, festivals, attractions, and free activities through our curated calendar. Find what’s happening in Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery Counties today and plan your next family adventure!
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Devon Horse Show and Country Fair
May 29 @ 8:00 am - 10:00 pm
Get ready for the Devon Horse Show and Country Fair (DHSCF), the oldest and largest outdoor multi-breed horse show in the United States. The fairgrounds are traditionally filled with exclusive Devon souvenirs, boutique shopping, unique food, an art gallery, and an expansive Midway featuring a ferris wheel, carousel, and games for children of all ages.
Devon attracts competitors, spectators, and visitors from around the world and is more than just a standard equestrian competition. The event brings together world-class equestrians and the local Main Line community in a celebration of athletic competition, philanthropy, and fun.
The 2025 Special Event schedule can be found here. Wednesday, May 21st is opening day although midway rides are not open on the first day.
Highlights of this year’s event include:
Wednesday, May 21, 2025 |Â First Night at the Devon Art Gallery
Thursday, May 22, 2025 |Â Family Day
Saturday, May 24, 2025 |Â Radnor Fox Hounds (evening)
Sunday, May 25, 2025 | Carriage Pleasure Drive –  area driving clubs will continue their traditional Pleasure Drive on Sunday, May 25. Carriage Judging starts at noon at St. David’s Church. Shortly after, the carriages will wind their way back through local neighborhoods towards the Devon Show grounds arriving about 1:00 pm. Cheer on the carriage drivers as they travel through the streets of Devon, this year’s route map can be found here.
Monday, May 26, 2025 |Â Tribute to Heroes
Tuesday, May 27, 2025 | Family Day and Free Guided Back Barn Tours
Wednesday, May 28, 2025 |Â Ladies Day
Sunday, June 1, 2025 | Children’s Day & Plant Sale
