YO! Book Fest
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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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For Kids Ages 4 – 6
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Black Rock Middle School 1860 Montgomery Avenue, Villanova, PA
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Boo at the Zoo
Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PABoo at the Zoo returns on weekends from October 3 through November 1, transforming the Zoo into a kooky, spooky celebration for the whole family.
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Day of the Dead Family Day
Frances M. Maguire Art Museum 50 Lapsley Ln, Merion, PACelebrate Día de los Muertos from 11 AM–2 PM on Saturday, October 24, at the Maguire Art Museum! Attendees can make crafts like papel picado, bean mosaics, marigolds, and retablos; try pan de muerto and Mexican hot chocolate; and enjoy a live dance performance.
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Spooktacular Science Day at The Franklin Institute
Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesSpooktacular Science Day takes place Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm and is free with general admission. Guests can explore a full day of Halloween-themed science programming, including live demonstrations, hands-on activities, seasonal shows, and a trick-or-treat experience throughout the museum.
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Sensory Friendly Day: Halloween Edition at The Franklin Institute
Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesSensory Friendly Halloween at The Franklin Institute is a family-friendly Halloween event in Philadelphia designed for guests who prefer a more sensory-considerate museum experience. The event includes sensory-friendly shows, Halloween trick-or-treating, hands-on activities, community programming, and general admission access to the museum.
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Boo at the Zoo
Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PABoo at the Zoo returns on weekends from October 3 through November 1, transforming the Zoo into a kooky, spooky celebration for the whole family.
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Meridee Winters School of Music Halloween Shows
Goodhart Hall Bryn Mawr College, 150 N Merion Avenue, Bryn Mawr, PennsylvaniaA Main Line tradition, this enchanted (but not-too-spooky) event takes place each October and features dainty fairies, ghoulish ghosts, astronauts, witches and more!
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Trick or Treat Around the Town Center
King of Prussia Town Center 155 Village Drive, King of Prussia, PAOn 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.
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Little Explorers Spanish Immersion Class
Lolo Leo 4 E Lancaster Avenue, Paoli, PA, United StatesAt Lolo Leo, there’s something for every little learner! Its bilingual classes are designed for children of different ages, from babies to early learners. Families can join morning classes featuring playful, parent-friendly activities or explore afternoon Spanish activities that are perfect for after-school fun. Through music, movement, sensory play, art and hands-on activities, children experience Spanish naturally while playing, creating and connecting.
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Sensory Spooktacular
Acclaim Autism 839 Lincoln Ave, West Chester, PA, United StatesGet 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.
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Little Explorers Spanish Immersion Class
Lolo Leo 4 E Lancaster Avenue, Paoli, PA, United StatesAt Lolo Leo, there’s something for every little learner! Its bilingual classes are designed for children of different ages, from babies to early learners. Families can join morning classes featuring playful, parent-friendly activities or explore afternoon Spanish activities that are perfect for after-school fun. Through music, movement, sensory play, art and hands-on activities, children experience Spanish naturally while playing, creating and connecting.
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Cub Scouts Fall Fest for Boys & Girls
Parks at Camp Garrison 4021 Upper Ridge Rd., Pennsburg, PA, United StatesKeep the outdoor adventure going this October with Cub Scout Fall Fest, a full day of activities designed to bring the excitement of Cub Scouting to the whole family. The program takes place October 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, and 31 from 9 a.m.–4 p.m. at Camp Hart, Musser Scout Reservation.
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HKP Halloween Party
Harmony Kids Playhouse 7 West Baltimore Ave., Media, PAA Halloween Party is coming to Harmony Kids Playhouse, and they're ready for a morning full of music, messy fun, costumes and Halloween magic!
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Boo at the Zoo
Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PABoo at the Zoo returns on weekends from October 3 through November 1, transforming the Zoo into a kooky, spooky celebration for the whole family.
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Boo at the Zoo
Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PABoo at the Zoo returns on weekends from October 3 through November 1, transforming the Zoo into a kooky, spooky celebration for the whole family.
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Main Line Math Festival
Golden Key Enrichment 2010 Renaissance Blvd, King of Prussia, PA, United StatesCome and discover for yourself the joy and beauty of mathematics! Solve challenging puzzles, build tricky structures, create colorful symmetrical artwork, play games, and most importantly, have fun!
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Little Explorers Spanish Immersion Class
Lolo Leo 4 E Lancaster Avenue, Paoli, PA, United StatesAt Lolo Leo, there’s something for every little learner! Its bilingual classes are designed for children of different ages, from babies to early learners. Families can join morning classes featuring playful, parent-friendly activities or explore afternoon Spanish activities that are perfect for after-school fun. Through music, movement, sensory play, art and hands-on activities, children experience Spanish naturally while playing, creating and connecting.
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Mary Poppins Jr. by CCCShines
CCC Shines 1701 S. Sproul Road, Springfield, PA, United StatesGet 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.
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Little Explorers Spanish Immersion Class
Lolo Leo 4 E Lancaster Avenue, Paoli, PA, United StatesAt Lolo Leo, there’s something for every little learner! Its bilingual classes are designed for children of different ages, from babies to early learners. Families can join morning classes featuring playful, parent-friendly activities or explore afternoon Spanish activities that are perfect for after-school fun. Through music, movement, sensory play, art and hands-on activities, children experience Spanish naturally while playing, creating and connecting.
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Mary Poppins Jr. by CCCShines
CCC Shines 1701 S. Sproul Road, Springfield, PA, United StatesGet 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.
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Mary Poppins Jr. by CCCShines
CCC Shines 1701 S. Sproul Road, Springfield, PA, United StatesGet 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.
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Mary Poppins Jr. by CCCShines
CCC Shines 1701 S. Sproul Road, Springfield, PA, United StatesGet 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.
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Villa Maria Academy Lower School Open House (Preschool – 8th Grade)
Villa Maria Academy Lower School 280 IHM Drive, Malvern, PA, United StatesParents and students are invited to join us for one of our upcoming Open House sessions. Sessions will be hosted by Villa’s Admissions Office. Prospective students and their families can connect with staff, admissions, current parents and students, and tour the school to learn more about how a Villa education can empower your daughter. We look forward to meeting with you! Space is limited!
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Little Explorers Spanish Immersion Class
Lolo Leo 4 E Lancaster Avenue, Paoli, PA, United StatesAt Lolo Leo, there’s something for every little learner! Its bilingual classes are designed for children of different ages, from babies to early learners. Families can join morning classes featuring playful, parent-friendly activities or explore afternoon Spanish activities that are perfect for after-school fun. Through music, movement, sensory play, art and hands-on activities, children experience Spanish naturally while playing, creating and connecting.
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Little Explorers Spanish Immersion Class
Lolo Leo 4 E Lancaster Avenue, Paoli, PA, United StatesAt Lolo Leo, there’s something for every little learner! Its bilingual classes are designed for children of different ages, from babies to early learners. Families can join morning classes featuring playful, parent-friendly activities or explore afternoon Spanish activities that are perfect for after-school fun. Through music, movement, sensory play, art and hands-on activities, children experience Spanish naturally while playing, creating and connecting.
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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 StatesThe 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.
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Advocare Fairmount Pediatrics Ardmore: Family Resource Fair & Grand Opening
Advocare Fairmount Pediatrics Ardmore 354 Lancaster Ave, 2nd floor, Haverford, PACome 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.
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The National Dog Show
Greater Philadelphia Expo Center 100 Station Avenue, Oaks, PA, United StatesVisit 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.
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The National Dog Show
Greater Philadelphia Expo Center 100 Station Avenue, Oaks, PA, United StatesVisit 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.
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Little Explorers Spanish Immersion Class
Lolo Leo 4 E Lancaster Avenue, Paoli, PA, United StatesAt Lolo Leo, there’s something for every little learner! Its bilingual classes are designed for children of different ages, from babies to early learners. Families can join morning classes featuring playful, parent-friendly activities or explore afternoon Spanish activities that are perfect for after-school fun. Through music, movement, sensory play, art and hands-on activities, children experience Spanish naturally while playing, creating and connecting.
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Little Explorers Spanish Immersion Class
Lolo Leo 4 E Lancaster Avenue, Paoli, PA, United StatesAt Lolo Leo, there’s something for every little learner! Its bilingual classes are designed for children of different ages, from babies to early learners. Families can join morning classes featuring playful, parent-friendly activities or explore afternoon Spanish activities that are perfect for after-school fun. Through music, movement, sensory play, art and hands-on activities, children experience Spanish naturally while playing, creating and connecting.
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Little Explorers Spanish Immersion Class
Lolo Leo 4 E Lancaster Avenue, Paoli, PA, United StatesAt Lolo Leo, there’s something for every little learner! Its bilingual classes are designed for children of different ages, from babies to early learners. Families can join morning classes featuring playful, parent-friendly activities or explore afternoon Spanish activities that are perfect for after-school fun. Through music, movement, sensory play, art and hands-on activities, children experience Spanish naturally while playing, creating and connecting.
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Lights Up! Holiday Weekends in West Chester
Downtown West Chester N. High and Gay Street, West Chester, PAExperience 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.
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Little Explorers Spanish Immersion Class
Lolo Leo 4 E Lancaster Avenue, Paoli, PA, United StatesAt Lolo Leo, there’s something for every little learner! Its bilingual classes are designed for children of different ages, from babies to early learners. Families can join morning classes featuring playful, parent-friendly activities or explore afternoon Spanish activities that are perfect for after-school fun. Through music, movement, sensory play, art and hands-on activities, children experience Spanish naturally while playing, creating and connecting.
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Lights Up! Holiday Weekends in West Chester
Downtown West Chester N. High and Gay Street, West Chester, PAExperience 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.