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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Upper Chichester Township Soap Box Derby

Upper Chichester Township 8500 Furey Road, Upper Chichester

Be part of the 2nd Annual Upper Chichester Soapbox Derby! Witness fully personalized soap box derby cars supporting local businesses as they zoom down the track! Music, food and water ice will add to the festive atmosphere. Last year, Kelly's Landscaping took home the trophy - who will be crowned […]

Lansdale Festival of the Arts

Memorial Park Lansdale 300 E. Main St., Lansdale

The Lansdale Festival of the Arts takes place annually in the beautiful setting of Memorial Park. This event showcases fine artists and crafters, smooth jazz, and plenty of tasty treats to keep you going throughout the day. The festival provides an enriching experience for the entire family. So whether you […]

HM 17th Regiment of Infantry at Historic Trappe

Historic Trappe Speaker's House 151 W. Main Street, Trappe

Step back in time at Historic Trappe and immerse yourself in a day of living history! Members of His Majesty’s 17th Regiment of Infantry will be at the Speaker’s House demonstrating essential 18th century domestic skills, including open hearth cooking, hand sewing, and historic laundry techniques. Discover how everyday tasks […]

Don’t Try This at Home Day at the Franklin Institute

The Franklin Institute 222 N 20th St, Philadelphia

For one day only, science gets dangerously fun. Experience "Caution! Don’t Try This at Home" Day, a sizzling spectacle packed with wild, over-the-top experiments you should absolutely not attempt in your kitchen. They will be lighting things on fire, launching objects into the sky, and creating explosions that push the […]

Free with general museum admission.

Zoo Brew 10 Year Celebration at Elmwood Park Zoo

Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown

Elmwood Park Zoo is celebrating 10 years of brews, and you’re invited to the party! Tickets for this event include zoo admission, door prizes, and a souvenir pint glass to commemorate this milestone. Plus, enjoy samplings from local favorites like Five Saints Distilling, 2SP Brewing Company, Von C Brewing Company, Wissahickon Brewing Company, […]

Heritage India Festival

Heritage India Festival

Greater Philadelphia Expo Center 100 Station Avenue, Oaks

The Heritage India Festival features the best of South Asia–highlighting the culture, cuisine and shopping of the region. The festival, held twice a year, draws thousands of South Asian Americans to experience and revel in the colors of the subcontinent. The festival is the perfect place to shop for apparel, […]

Festival of Flight Air and Car Show

Festival of Flight Air and Car Show

New Garden Flying Field 1235 Newark Road, Toughkenamon

This year's Festival of Flight Air, Car, and Tractor Show will be held on August 23rd and 24th. With both morning, afternoon, and evening performances, there is a fantastic weekend planned at New Garden Flying Field. Bring your friends and family to watch amazing aerobatics, view antique cars and military […]

Festival of Flight Air and Car Show

Festival of Flight Air and Car Show

New Garden Flying Field 1235 Newark Road, Toughkenamon

This year's Festival of Flight Air, Car, and Tractor Show will be held on August 23rd and 24th. With both morning, afternoon, and evening performances, there is a fantastic weekend planned at New Garden Flying Field. Bring your friends and family to watch amazing aerobatics, view antique cars and military […]

Heritage India Festival

Heritage India Festival

Greater Philadelphia Expo Center 100 Station Avenue, Oaks

The Heritage India Festival features the best of South Asia–highlighting the culture, cuisine and shopping of the region. The festival, held twice a year, draws thousands of South Asian Americans to experience and revel in the colors of the subcontinent. The festival is the perfect place to shop for apparel, […]