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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Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest

Blue Cross RiverRink 101 S Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia

For more than 32 seasons, Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest has been Philadelphia's favorite wintertime tradition on the Delaware River Waterfront. It invites visitors to indulge in flights of fancy under thousands of sparkling lights in a wonderland with spectacular views of the Delaware River.

Valentine’s with Mickey Mouse at Imagination Street

Imagination Street 111 Dowlin Forge Road, Exton

Bring your little one to Imagination Street to celebrate Valentine's with a visit from Mickey Mouse! Event includes: - A visit from Mickey Mouse - Donuts & fruit w/ Mickey - Valentine’s craft - Mimosa bar for adults - Open play $35 per child (also includes 1 adult) Space is […]

Valentine Art Event (for ages 5-9)

Bright Day Studio 14 E. Lancaster Ave., Paoli

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with art that’s as sweet as it is creative. Artists will create shadowbox frames with marshmallow hearts, experiment with watercolor reveal hearts, and enjoy additional festive art activities. A playful, hands-on event designed to make memories, get a little messy, and head home with one-of-a-kind Valentine keepsakes!

SunGate Garden Parent Child Open House

SunGate Educational Community 1193 Clover Mill Road, Chester Springs

Families are invited to SunGate Garden for a Parent Child Open House in Chester Springs, PA on Saturday February 7th. This Open House is in advance of a seven-week session they will offer of their Parent Child Circle from April 16th to May 28th. This will occur on Thursday mornings […]

Free

Black History Celebration at the Please Touch Museum

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

Celebrate Black History Month with an engaging, family-friendly event that honors African American heritage and culture. Explore immersive, hands-on workshops celebrating Black change-makers, past and present — from inventing and dancing to designing and drumming.

Devereux Family Resilience Conference: “Stronger Together”

Virtual Event

Join the inaugural national Devereux Family Resilience Conference: Stronger Together – The Power of Resilience for Families, Caregivers and Care Teams on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026. During this free, virtual event, you will discover practical strategies for building resilience in everyday life. Through inspiring keynote presentations, interactive wellness activities and […]

Baby Whale & the Plastic Ocean

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne

Join Riverbend for a spectacular performance by the Philadelphia Children's Theater! Baby Whale journeys through the ocean to reunite with Mommy Whale, who has become tangled in a ghost net in the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. With help from his community of aquatic pals & new human friends, Baby Whale […]

“Happy Birthday, America!” Valentine Tea

Easttown Library 720 First Avenue, Berwyn

Gather generations together and join Easttown Library for a festive afternoon at the Friends' annual family tea party. Dress in your finest tea attire and enjoy delectable treats, charming crafts, special guests, and more! (Recommended for ages 3+) Tickets are now on sale at the Circulation Desk at Easttown Library […]

Valentine’s Day Party

The Studio of Valley Forge 945 N. Valley Forge Rd., DEvon

Celebrate Valentine's Day with some dancing! This event is open to any dancer ages 3-8 who may come dressed as their favorite prince/princess to enjoy a party filled with movement games, songs, a ballet class, story-time and a craft! The cost is $25. Register in advance by emailing: studiovf.dance@gmail.com

Kids Makerspace – Valentine Edition

Morgan Log House 850 Weikel Road, Lansdale

Join Morgan Log House for a new Makerspace experience! Their Kids’ Makerspace is a hands-on zone and free family event where children can enjoy an engaging story time 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 […]

African American Children’s Book Fair 2026

Pennsylvania Convention Center 1101 Arch St., Philadelphia

The African American Children’s Book Project will host one of the oldest and largest single-day gatherings of authors and illustrators of Black children’s books in the country. The African American Children’s Book Fair has put Philadelphia on the map as a literary destination for children’s books. Award-winning authors and illustrators […]

The Main Line Singers Concert

Paoli Presbyterian Church 225 S. Valley Rd, Paoli

Please join the Main Line Singers at their February 7th concert at 1:30 pm - "It's About Time" featuring songs for the times of your life. Join them for an uplifting afternoon of music celebrating time. Past, present and future will harmonize as they share selections including “Memory,” “Yesterday,” “As […]