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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Fishing enthusiasts, young and old, are invited to join the excitement at Linvilla Orchards. Our annual family fishing derby provides children of all ages with the chance to reel in their very first catch, a moment worthy of celebration. The derby is divided into age groups: 7 & under, 8 to 11, 12 to 16, and 17 & over.
UMLY invites families to celebrate Holi, the Hindu festival of colors and Spring! Join for music, food, crafts, and the throwing of colors (please wear a white shirt if you choose to participate in the color activity).
Enjoy midway fun for the whole family at the Philadelphia Premium Outlets Carnival. Experience thrilling rides and games for all ages and deep-fried treats, sweets and other tasty carnival eats.
Join The Candy Lab on Saturday, April 11, 2026 to make beautiful and delicious Spring crafts!
A real-life con artist, a Pan Am pilot disguise, and a story that sounds too wild to be true until you see it on stage. Catch Me If You Can at Phoenixville Area Middle School brings the glamour, humor, and high-speed chase of Frank Abagnale Jr.’s incredible story to life in one unforgettable show.
Enjoy midway fun for the whole family at the Philadelphia Premium Outlets Carnival. Experience thrilling rides and games for all ages and deep-fried treats, sweets and other tasty carnival eats.
A real-life con artist, a Pan Am pilot disguise, and a story that sounds too wild to be true until you see it on stage. Catch Me If You Can at Phoenixville Area Middle School brings the glamour, humor, and high-speed chase of Frank Abagnale Jr.’s incredible story to life in one unforgettable show.
Join us for a special all ages introduction to birding at Lower Perkiomen Valley Park!
Create and decorate water marble bookmarks and journal covers at Historic St. George's! Note: Water marbling is free for all ages! Bring your own journal, or purchase one for $5.
Join Camp Director Katie and learn all about Camp Kef! Take a tour of our campus and see just how special Camp Kef is. This is a free event.
Ready to craft your own natural lip balm? Join Carolyn from Plant 4 Good for a fun, hands-on workshop where you’ll learn to make lip balm using simple, natural ingredients.
Celebrate Earth Day by turning discarded materials into something beautiful. In this creative, hands-on workshop, fiber artist Elena Gans - Pfister will guide participants through the basics of tapestry weaving using a variety of recycled and repurposed materials.
Philadelphia Eagles legend Brandon Graham will be in Media on April 23rd from 5:30 - 7:30 for a special public book signing featuring his children’s book, BG’s ABCs: Tackling Football and Life.
Mt. Cuba’s Wildflower Weekend takes place for three full days, April 24-26, 2026. Experience a magnificent display of native spring blooms at the peak of their glory, enjoy three days of live music, gardening activities, outdoor family programming, and more.
Join on Friday, April 24 from 5:30-7:30PM for a creative kid's night out!
What if Shabbat sounded like Broadway? On Friday, April 24, it does. Imagine Hamilton, Les Misérables, Fiddler on the Roof, Dear Evan Hansen, and Beauty and the Beast woven into every prayer, every blessing, and every sacred moment of Kabbalat Shabbat.
The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is inviting its branch neighbors to join them for a FREE day of fun, family, and fitness, as it celebrates Healthy Kids Day on Saturday, April 25, 2026.
Family-friendly Festival of Colors — celebrating 10 years in Chester County with safe, natural colors for kids.
Time to celebrate 50 years with food, entertainment and more! For 50 years, ElderNet has been the quiet force helping older adults in Lower Merion and Narberth remain safe, nourished, and connected at home.
Mt. Cuba’s Wildflower Weekend takes place for three full days, April 24-26, 2026. Experience a magnificent display of native spring blooms at the peak of their glory, enjoy three days of live music, gardening activities, outdoor family programming, and more.
Step into a world of imagination, creativity, and a little bit of magic! In this hands-on Fairy House Workshop & Woodland Walk, participants will design and build their own miniature fairy furniture, doors, and tiny details—then bring their creations to life outdoors.
Celebrate International Astronomy Day at The Franklin Institute. Spend the day unlocking the mysteries of the universe across four floors of out-of-this-world experiences, including the two-story Wondrous Space exhibit, Fels Planetarium, and the Holt & Miller Observatory.
Mt. Cuba’s Wildflower Weekend takes place for three full days, April 24-26, 2026. Experience a magnificent display of native spring blooms at the peak of their glory, enjoy three days of live music, gardening activities, outdoor family programming, and more.
Children 5+ with a caregiver are invited to join Young Rembrandts at Scott Arboretum & Gardens for a fun morning of art and nature!
Visit the Maguire Art Museum on Saturday, May 2, for Family Day at the 2026 Barnes Arboretum Plant Sale – a day full of creativity, exploration, and springtime fun!
Welcome spring and get ready for Mother's Day at the Belmont Hills Library! The Spring Artisan and Craft Market features a variety of local artisans, crafters, and makers offering unique gifts, home goods, jewelry, and more.
Explore the Tyler Arboretum with wildflower expert Dick Cloud on May 9th!
Celebrate Mother’s Day at Mt. Cuba Center! Spend the afternoon exploring the spring blooms and guided tours led by our native plant educators.
Ahoy mateys & mermaids! Dive into a night filled with treasures, mermaid tales, and swashbuckling fun as we set sail on a journey full of surprises. Parents- register now and enjoy your night out while your little ones have a blast at The Little Gym! PIZZA DINNER INCLUDED! Parent Survival Nights are open to all children ages 3-12! Must be bathroom independent. 10% member and sibling discount!
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!
Explore the Tyler Arboretum with wildflower expert Dick Cloud on May 9th!
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!
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.
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!
The acclaimed Mada & Hugh Piano Duo performs a festive program celebrating American music featuring works by Gershwin, Copland, Bernstein, and Florence B. Price. Suggested donation: $10 per person, $20 per family.
