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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  • Trick or Treat Around the Town Center

    King of Prussia Town Center 155 Village Drive, King of Prussia, PA

    On Monday, October 26 from 5-7 PM, families are invited to come in costume and trick-or-treat around the King of Prussia Town Center.

  • Sensory Spooktacular

    Acclaim Autism 839 Lincoln Ave, West Chester, PA, United States

    Get ready for the spookiest night in West Chester! Join us for Sensory Spooktacular, a sensory-friendly Halloween celebration where children of all abilities and their families can enjoy a fun and welcoming night together.

  • Boo at the Zoo

    Boo at the Zoo
    Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PA

    Boo at the Zoo returns on weekends from October 3 through November 1, transforming the Zoo into a kooky, spooky celebration for the whole family.

  • Boo at the Zoo

    Boo at the Zoo
    Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PA

    Boo at the Zoo returns on weekends from October 3 through November 1, transforming the Zoo into a kooky, spooky celebration for the whole family.

  • Mary Poppins Jr. by CCCShines

    Mary Poppins Jr. by CCCShines
    CCC Shines 1701 S. Sproul Road, Springfield, PA, United States

    Get ready to fly! CCC Shines is thrilled to present Mary Poppins JR. as their Fall 2026 Main Stage Musical, the magical, music-filled story of the world’s most practically perfect nanny coming to the stage with the talented young performers of CCC Shines.

  • Mary Poppins Jr. by CCCShines

    Mary Poppins Jr. by CCCShines
    CCC Shines 1701 S. Sproul Road, Springfield, PA, United States

    Get ready to fly! CCC Shines is thrilled to present Mary Poppins JR. as their Fall 2026 Main Stage Musical, the magical, music-filled story of the world’s most practically perfect nanny coming to the stage with the talented young performers of CCC Shines.

  • Mary Poppins Jr. by CCCShines

    Mary Poppins Jr. by CCCShines
    CCC Shines 1701 S. Sproul Road, Springfield, PA, United States

    Get ready to fly! CCC Shines is thrilled to present Mary Poppins JR. as their Fall 2026 Main Stage Musical, the magical, music-filled story of the world’s most practically perfect nanny coming to the stage with the talented young performers of CCC Shines.

  • Mary Poppins Jr. by CCCShines

    Mary Poppins Jr. by CCCShines
    CCC Shines 1701 S. Sproul Road, Springfield, PA, United States

    Get ready to fly! CCC Shines is thrilled to present Mary Poppins JR. as their Fall 2026 Main Stage Musical, the magical, music-filled story of the world’s most practically perfect nanny coming to the stage with the talented young performers of CCC Shines.

  • The Santa Experience + Holiday Mini Market

    The Clubhouse Phoenixville - 1288 Valley Forge Road, Unit 87, Phoenixville PA 19460 1288 Valley Forge Rd #87, Phoenixville, PA, United States

    The Clubhouse in Phoenixville is hosting The Santa Experience, private small-group photo sessions with Santa, so families can have their holiday card done before noon without waiting in a mall line.

  • Advocare Fairmount Pediatrics Ardmore: Family Resource Fair & Grand Opening

    Advocare Fairmount Pediatrics Ardmore 354 Lancaster Ave, 2nd floor, Haverford, PA

    Come celebrate with Advocare Fairmount Pediatrics, Ardmore in person as they open their NEW doors to the community on the Main Line! It's a day packed with fun and helpful resources for the whole family.

  • The National Dog Show

    The National Dog Show
    Greater Philadelphia Expo Center 100 Station Avenue, Oaks, PA, United States

    Visit the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center on Saturday and/or Sunday to see Breed, Group and Best in Show judging plus top agility dogs, therapy dogs to hug and vendors galore.

  • The National Dog Show

    The National Dog Show
    Greater Philadelphia Expo Center 100 Station Avenue, Oaks, PA, United States

    Visit the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center on Saturday and/or Sunday to see Breed, Group and Best in Show judging plus top agility dogs, therapy dogs to hug and vendors galore.

  • Lights Up! Holiday Weekends in West Chester

    Lights Up! Holiday Weekends in West Chester
    Downtown West Chester N. High and Gay Street, West Chester, PA

    Experience hometown holiday magic in West Chester, Chester County, PA! Voted one of USA Today’s Top Places to See Santa Claus, more than 80,000 lights glow as you enjoy the 7th Annual Christkindlmarkt, free photos with Santa in front of our 28-foot-tall Christmas tree, holiday performances from top local talent, Santa on a Classic Fire Truck, and nearly 150 unique shops and restaurants throughout Chester County Hospital Lights Up Holiday Weekends in West Chester, presented by the Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce.

  • Lights Up! Holiday Weekends in West Chester

    Lights Up! Holiday Weekends in West Chester
    Downtown West Chester N. High and Gay Street, West Chester, PA

    Experience hometown holiday magic in West Chester, Chester County, PA! Voted one of USA Today’s Top Places to See Santa Claus, more than 80,000 lights glow as you enjoy the 7th Annual Christkindlmarkt, free photos with Santa in front of our 28-foot-tall Christmas tree, holiday performances from top local talent, Santa on a Classic Fire Truck, and nearly 150 unique shops and restaurants throughout Chester County Hospital Lights Up Holiday Weekends in West Chester, presented by the Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce.

  • Lights Up! Holiday Weekends in West Chester

    Lights Up! Holiday Weekends in West Chester
    Downtown West Chester N. High and Gay Street, West Chester, PA

    Experience hometown holiday magic in West Chester, Chester County, PA! Voted one of USA Today’s Top Places to See Santa Claus, more than 80,000 lights glow as you enjoy the 7th Annual Christkindlmarkt, free photos with Santa in front of our 28-foot-tall Christmas tree, holiday performances from top local talent, Santa on a Classic Fire Truck, and nearly 150 unique shops and restaurants throughout Chester County Hospital Lights Up Holiday Weekends in West Chester, presented by the Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce.

  • Lights Up! Holiday Weekends in West Chester

    Lights Up! Holiday Weekends in West Chester
    Downtown West Chester N. High and Gay Street, West Chester, PA

    Experience hometown holiday magic in West Chester, Chester County, PA! Voted one of USA Today’s Top Places to See Santa Claus, more than 80,000 lights glow as you enjoy the 7th Annual Christkindlmarkt, free photos with Santa in front of our 28-foot-tall Christmas tree, holiday performances from top local talent, Santa on a Classic Fire Truck, and nearly 150 unique shops and restaurants throughout Chester County Hospital Lights Up Holiday Weekends in West Chester, presented by the Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce.

  • West Chester Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting

    Chester County Historic Courthouse 2 N High Street, West Chester, PA, United States

    The official lighting of West Chester’s stunning 28-foot Christmas tree begins Dec. 4 at 6:30 p.m. with live musical performances on the lawn of the Historic Chester County Courthouse. Then at 7 p.m., join 6abc’s Adam Joseph and B101’s Kathy Romano as they emcee the parade through the historic streets of downtown West Chester.

  • Lights Up! Holiday Weekends in West Chester

    Lights Up! Holiday Weekends in West Chester
    Downtown West Chester N. High and Gay Street, West Chester, PA

    Experience hometown holiday magic in West Chester, Chester County, PA! Voted one of USA Today’s Top Places to See Santa Claus, more than 80,000 lights glow as you enjoy the 7th Annual Christkindlmarkt, free photos with Santa in front of our 28-foot-tall Christmas tree, holiday performances from top local talent, Santa on a Classic Fire Truck, and nearly 150 unique shops and restaurants throughout Chester County Hospital Lights Up Holiday Weekends in West Chester, presented by the Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce.

  • The Enchanted Nutcracker

    The Enchanted Nutcracker
    The Miller Theater 250 S. Broad St., Philadelphia, PA

    This two-act production is an efficient 90-minute version of the beloved classic, complete with magical snowfall and dancing flowers.
    New this year, audiences will enjoy an animated backdrop!

  • The Enchanted Nutcracker

    The Enchanted Nutcracker
    The Miller Theater 250 S. Broad St., Philadelphia, PA

    This two-act production is an efficient 90-minute version of the beloved classic, complete with magical snowfall and dancing flowers.
    New this year, audiences will enjoy an animated backdrop!

  • Lights Up! Holiday Weekends in West Chester

    Lights Up! Holiday Weekends in West Chester
    Downtown West Chester N. High and Gay Street, West Chester, PA

    Experience hometown holiday magic in West Chester, Chester County, PA! Voted one of USA Today’s Top Places to See Santa Claus, more than 80,000 lights glow as you enjoy the 7th Annual Christkindlmarkt, free photos with Santa in front of our 28-foot-tall Christmas tree, holiday performances from top local talent, Santa on a Classic Fire Truck, and nearly 150 unique shops and restaurants throughout Chester County Hospital Lights Up Holiday Weekends in West Chester, presented by the Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce.

  • The Enchanted Nutcracker

    The Enchanted Nutcracker
    The Miller Theater 250 S. Broad St., Philadelphia, PA

    This two-act production is an efficient 90-minute version of the beloved classic, complete with magical snowfall and dancing flowers.
    New this year, audiences will enjoy an animated backdrop!

  • Lights Up! Holiday Weekends in West Chester

    Lights Up! Holiday Weekends in West Chester
    Downtown West Chester N. High and Gay Street, West Chester, PA

    Experience hometown holiday magic in West Chester, Chester County, PA! Voted one of USA Today’s Top Places to See Santa Claus, more than 80,000 lights glow as you enjoy the 7th Annual Christkindlmarkt, free photos with Santa in front of our 28-foot-tall Christmas tree, holiday performances from top local talent, Santa on a Classic Fire Truck, and nearly 150 unique shops and restaurants throughout Chester County Hospital Lights Up Holiday Weekends in West Chester, presented by the Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce.

  • Lights Up! Holiday Weekends in West Chester

    Lights Up! Holiday Weekends in West Chester
    Downtown West Chester N. High and Gay Street, West Chester, PA

    Experience hometown holiday magic in West Chester, Chester County, PA! Voted one of USA Today’s Top Places to See Santa Claus, more than 80,000 lights glow as you enjoy the 7th Annual Christkindlmarkt, free photos with Santa in front of our 28-foot-tall Christmas tree, holiday performances from top local talent, Santa on a Classic Fire Truck, and nearly 150 unique shops and restaurants throughout Chester County Hospital Lights Up Holiday Weekends in West Chester, presented by the Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce.

  • The Enchanted Nutcracker

    The Enchanted Nutcracker
    Goodhart Hall Bryn Mawr College, 150 N Merion Avenue, Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania

    This two-act production is an efficient 90-minute version of the beloved classic, complete with magical snowfall and dancing flowers.

  • The Enchanted Nutcracker

    The Enchanted Nutcracker
    Goodhart Hall Bryn Mawr College, 150 N Merion Avenue, Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania

    This two-act production is an efficient 90-minute version of the beloved classic, complete with magical snowfall and dancing flowers.

  • Lights Up! Holiday Weekends in West Chester

    Lights Up! Holiday Weekends in West Chester
    Downtown West Chester N. High and Gay Street, West Chester, PA

    Experience hometown holiday magic in West Chester, Chester County, PA! Voted one of USA Today’s Top Places to See Santa Claus, more than 80,000 lights glow as you enjoy the 7th Annual Christkindlmarkt, free photos with Santa in front of our 28-foot-tall Christmas tree, holiday performances from top local talent, Santa on a Classic Fire Truck, and nearly 150 unique shops and restaurants throughout Chester County Hospital Lights Up Holiday Weekends in West Chester, presented by the Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce.

  • The Enchanted Nutcracker

    The Enchanted Nutcracker
    Goodhart Hall Bryn Mawr College, 150 N Merion Avenue, Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania

    This two-act production is an efficient 90-minute version of the beloved classic, complete with magical snowfall and dancing flowers.

  • The Enchanted Nutcracker

    The Enchanted Nutcracker
    Goodhart Hall Bryn Mawr College, 150 N Merion Avenue, Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania

    This two-act production is an efficient 90-minute version of the beloved classic, complete with magical snowfall and dancing flowers.

  • Lights Up! Holiday Weekends in West Chester

    Lights Up! Holiday Weekends in West Chester
    Downtown West Chester N. High and Gay Street, West Chester, PA

    Experience hometown holiday magic in West Chester, Chester County, PA! Voted one of USA Today’s Top Places to See Santa Claus, more than 80,000 lights glow as you enjoy the 7th Annual Christkindlmarkt, free photos with Santa in front of our 28-foot-tall Christmas tree, holiday performances from top local talent, Santa on a Classic Fire Truck, and nearly 150 unique shops and restaurants throughout Chester County Hospital Lights Up Holiday Weekends in West Chester, presented by the Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce.

  • Lights Up! Holiday Weekends in West Chester

    Lights Up! Holiday Weekends in West Chester
    Downtown West Chester N. High and Gay Street, West Chester, PA

    Experience hometown holiday magic in West Chester, Chester County, PA! Voted one of USA Today’s Top Places to See Santa Claus, more than 80,000 lights glow as you enjoy the 7th Annual Christkindlmarkt, free photos with Santa in front of our 28-foot-tall Christmas tree, holiday performances from top local talent, Santa on a Classic Fire Truck, and nearly 150 unique shops and restaurants throughout Chester County Hospital Lights Up Holiday Weekends in West Chester, presented by the Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce.

  • Lights Up! Holiday Weekends in West Chester

    Lights Up! Holiday Weekends in West Chester
    Downtown West Chester N. High and Gay Street, West Chester, PA

    Experience hometown holiday magic in West Chester, Chester County, PA! Voted one of USA Today’s Top Places to See Santa Claus, more than 80,000 lights glow as you enjoy the 7th Annual Christkindlmarkt, free photos with Santa in front of our 28-foot-tall Christmas tree, holiday performances from top local talent, Santa on a Classic Fire Truck, and nearly 150 unique shops and restaurants throughout Chester County Hospital Lights Up Holiday Weekends in West Chester, presented by the Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce.

  • Lights Up! Holiday Weekends in West Chester

    Lights Up! Holiday Weekends in West Chester
    Downtown West Chester N. High and Gay Street, West Chester, PA

    Experience hometown holiday magic in West Chester, Chester County, PA! Voted one of USA Today’s Top Places to See Santa Claus, more than 80,000 lights glow as you enjoy the 7th Annual Christkindlmarkt, free photos with Santa in front of our 28-foot-tall Christmas tree, holiday performances from top local talent, Santa on a Classic Fire Truck, and nearly 150 unique shops and restaurants throughout Chester County Hospital Lights Up Holiday Weekends in West Chester, presented by the Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce.

  • Lights Up! Holiday Weekends in West Chester

    Lights Up! Holiday Weekends in West Chester
    Downtown West Chester N. High and Gay Street, West Chester, PA

    Experience hometown holiday magic in West Chester, Chester County, PA! Voted one of USA Today’s Top Places to See Santa Claus, more than 80,000 lights glow as you enjoy the 7th Annual Christkindlmarkt, free photos with Santa in front of our 28-foot-tall Christmas tree, holiday performances from top local talent, Santa on a Classic Fire Truck, and nearly 150 unique shops and restaurants throughout Chester County Hospital Lights Up Holiday Weekends in West Chester, presented by the Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce.