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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  • Skippack Spring Festival

    Skippack Spring Festival
    Skippack Village Rte. 73 Skippack Pike, Skippack, PA, United States

    Celebrate spring and Mother's Day at our Annual Spring Festival. Enjoy vendors, crafters and food throughout the village. Rain and shine.

  • Mother’s Day Celebration

    Mt. Cuba Center 3120 Barley Mill Rd., Hockessin, DE, United States

    Celebrate Mother’s Day at Mt. Cuba Center! Spend the afternoon exploring the spring blooms and guided tours led by our native plant educators.

  • 2026 PGA Championship

    Aronimink Golf Club 3600 St. Davids Rd, Newtown Square, PA, United States

    The 2026 PGA Championship returns to the Philadelphia region for the first time in over 60 years. From May 11–17, Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square will host 156 of the world’s top professional golfers, competing for the historic Wanamaker Trophy. With over 200,000 spectators expected and global broadcast coverage, […]

  • Babble & Books at Harmony Kids Playhouse

    Babble & Books at Harmony Kids Playhouse
    Harmony Kids Playhouse 7 West Baltimore Ave., Media, PA

    Join HKP for a story time and play session designed to boost your child’s early language skills! Led by Ms. Tina, a Speech and Language Pathologist (SLP) from The Speech Language Center, Babble & Books combines 30 minutes of interactive story time with 30 minutes of open play.

  • Weekday Bird Walk

    Tyler Arboretum 515 Painter Road, Media, PA

    Listen, watch, and discover the birds of Tyler Arboretum. Explore Tyler’s forests and meadows with birders Sara Boucas Neto, Chuck Root, and Dave Eberly. Hear the calls, spot the birds, and experience this Audubon-recognized Important Bird Area firsthand.

  • Secret Gardens Tour

    The Shipley School 814 Yarrow Street, Bryn Mawr, PA

    Join the Shipley School for the 52nd annual Secret Gardens Tour - a one-day, self-guided tour through breathtaking private gardens on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.

  • Storytime at Lower Perkiomen Valley Park

    Storytime at Lower Perkiomen Valley Park
    Lower Perkiomen Valley Park 101 New Mill Road, Oaks, PA, United States

    Bring your little ones to Lower Perkiomen Valley Park for a delightful outdoor story time experience. Each week, children will explore the wonders of nature through songs, read-aloud books and puppets. This program offers a gentle introduction to time spent outdoors.

  • UMLY’s Seussical Jr.

    UMLY’s Seussical Jr.
    Great Valley High School Auditorium 225 Phoenixville Pike, Malvern, PA

    UMLY Performing Arts presents Seussical Jr May 14-16, 2026, at Great Valley High School! Get your tickets now.

  • FREE Family Night: Moths, Marshmallows & Moonlight

    Tyler Arboretum 515 Painter Road, Media, PA

    Come explore Tyler Arboretum after dark! Bring the family to walk the trails on a short, guided hike, roast marshmallows at the Edible Garden Classroom, study moths under our light-traps, and complete science experiments that can only be done under the cover of night. FREE for everyone!

  • Weekend Warm-up Hike

    Tyler Arboretum 515 Painter Road, Media, PA

    Start your Friday on the right foot with an invigorating one-hour hike through Tyler’s gardens and into the wilder natural areas beyond the deer exclusion fence. Designed as a moderate cardio workout, we’ll cover about 2½ to 3 miles at a steady pace—but don’t worry, we’ll also take time to pause for those unexpected moments nature has in store.

  • The Lion King Jr.

    The Lion King Jr.
    The Media Theatre 104 E. State Street, Media, PA, United States

    The Media Theatre’s Youth Series production of The Lion King Jr.! A by kids, for kids stage adaptation of the Disney classic brings to life Simba, Rafiki and an unforgettable cast of characters as they journey from Pride Rock to the jungle and back again in this inspiring, coming-of-age tale.

  • PlayIn Time Children’s Music Circle at Stoneleigh

    PlayIn Time Children’s Music Circle
    Stoneleigh: A Natural Garden 1829 East County Line Road, Villanova, PA, United States

    Join PlayIn Time Productions for a weekly, interactive musical program geared toward children up to age five and their parents or caregivers. Instructor Miss Virginia will guide you and your child through warming up your bodies with movement, practicing listening skills using activities like freeze dances, and jamming to classic […]

  • UMLY’s Seussical Jr.

    UMLY’s Seussical Jr.
    Great Valley High School Auditorium 225 Phoenixville Pike, Malvern, PA

    UMLY Performing Arts presents Seussical Jr May 14-16, 2026, at Great Valley High School! Get your tickets now.

  • High School Musical Jr.

    High School Musical Jr.
    The Springer Studio Youth Theater 751 Pike Springs Road, Phoenixville, PA

    The Springer Studio Youth Theater presents High School Musical Jr. on Friday May 15th at 7PM
    and Saturday, May 16th at 1PM and 7PM.

  • Beyond the Fence Trail Hike

    Tyler Arboretum 515 Painter Road, Media, PA

    Learn to navigate Tyler’s trail system. Walk along easy trails on this leisurely hike that’s perfect for the whole family, giving you plenty of time to pause, observe, and ask questions. The woods are full of surprises, with plenty to see, hear, and talk about as you explore.

  • Gentle Flow Yoga

    Gentle Flow Yoga
    Tyler Arboretum 515 Painter Road, Media, PA

    Step onto the mat, breathe deeply, and flow through gentle outdoor yoga with instructor Christina Teofilak. Move mindfully through simple sequences, focus on alignment, and adapt each pose to your body. Feel the fresh air, listen to the sounds of nature, and release tension as you soak in the peaceful rhythm of this mindful, outdoor practice.

  • Hope Travels 5K

    2 Radnor Corporate Center Radnor, PA, United States

    Help Hope Live welcomes participants, including runners, walkers, wheelchair users, and those with baby strollers, along with our sponsors, to raise funds that make a difference in the lives of people facing significant medical costs they cannot meet alone. Because of you, we can provide help and hope when it's needed most!

  • Public Archaeology Days at Newlin Grist Mill

    Public Archaeology Days at Newlin Grist Mill
    Newlin Grist Mill 219 Cheyney Road, Glen Mills, PA

    Join Newlin as they dig into history with archaeological excavations at Newlin Grist Mill and learn more about the site through the evidence under their feet! The public is invited to participate (or just watch) as Newlin Grist Mill’s professional archaeologist, Keith Doms, and a dedicated corps of archaeology volunteers […]

  • Newlin’s 250th Celebration: Building America Through Trades and Food

    Newlin’s 250th Celebration: Building America Through Trades and Food
    Newlin Grist Mill 219 Cheyney Road, Glen Mills, PA

    Join Newlin Grist Mill for their America's 250th Birthday celebrations through special demonstrations, workshops, make-and-takes, and talks on topics related to the trades that built America and the feeding of a revolution. Demonstrations are ongoing throughout the day. Talks are $10/person or free for members. April 18, 10 am-3 pm […]

  • Family Explorers

    Tyler Arboretum 515 Painter Road, Media, PA

    Connect your family with the outdoors on this fun, interactive nature exploration designed to spark curiosity and wonder. Using simple tools like magnifying glasses, you will uncover the Arboretum’s plants, animals, and other seasonal highlights that bring the woodland trails to life.

  • Kids’ Makerspace

    Morgan Log House 850 Weikel Road, Lansdale, PA

    Morgan Log House's Kids’ Makerspace is a hands-on zone and free family event where children can enjoy an engaging storytime and then complete a make-and-take project. From building simple machines to trying out recycled art projects, it’s the perfect place for young minds to tinker, invent, and play.

    This month, children will learn all about the art of tin punching and will be able to create their own tin punch design to take home.

  • UMLY’s Seussical Jr.

    UMLY’s Seussical Jr.
    Great Valley High School Auditorium 225 Phoenixville Pike, Malvern, PA

    UMLY Performing Arts presents Seussical Jr May 14-16, 2026, at Great Valley High School! Get your tickets now.

  • High School Musical Jr.

    High School Musical Jr.
    The Springer Studio Youth Theater 751 Pike Springs Road, Phoenixville, PA

    The Springer Studio Youth Theater presents High School Musical Jr. on Friday May 15th at 7PM
    and Saturday, May 16th at 1PM and 7PM.

  • UMLY’s Seussical Jr.

    UMLY’s Seussical Jr.
    Great Valley High School Auditorium 225 Phoenixville Pike, Malvern, PA

    UMLY Performing Arts presents Seussical Jr May 14-16, 2026, at Great Valley High School! Get your tickets now.

  • Spring Wizard One-Nighter

    Brandywine School of Wizardry 849 Newcomen Road, Chester Springs, PA, United States

    The Brandywine School of Wizardry (BSW) is hosting a Wizardry One-Nighter, a special evening of magic, imagination, and hands-on wizard adventure for ages 6-15!

  • High School Musical Jr.

    High School Musical Jr.
    The Springer Studio Youth Theater 751 Pike Springs Road, Phoenixville, PA

    The Springer Studio Youth Theater presents High School Musical Jr. on Friday May 15th at 7PM
    and Saturday, May 16th at 1PM and 7PM.

  • Annual Bubble Walk & Fun Day

    West Goshen Community Park 1023 Fern Hill Road, West Chester, PA

    Have fun at the Annual Bubble & Fun Day on May 17th at West Goshen Community Park!

  • SunriseWALKS Greater Philadelphia

    Join the fun at SunriseWALKS, a family-friendly community event
    benefiting Sunrise Day Camp. The morning features a walk,
    music, kid-friendly activities, and more-bringing the community
    together to support local children with cancer and their siblings.

  • Lansdowne Arts on the Avenue

    Veterans Landing 30 N. Lansdowne Ave., Lansdowne, PA

    Lansdowne Arts on the Avenue Festival annually features 50+ juried artists, performances, demonstrations and more!

  • Dreams, Visions & Imagined Worlds

    United Church of Christ at Valley Forge 45 Walker Rd., Wayne, PA, United States

    Concordia Choral Arts, Chester County’s premier choral organization, invites you to a concert celebrating the semiquincentennial anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence!