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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  • 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.

  • Partners in Play: A Parenting Workshop

    Ellie Mental Health - Fort Washington 550 Pinetown Road, Suite 430, Fort Washington, PA

    Engage in an intimate play experience curated by licensed play therapists and designed to strengthen the relationship between parents and children while creating lasting memories.

  • 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.

  • SunGate Open House

    SunGate Open House
    SunGate Educational Community 1193 Clover Mill Road, Chester Springs, PA, United States

    Visit SunGate Community, a unique micro-school with holistic education for every child. They will be hosting an open house on October 21, November 18, and December 16 from 8:30am-9:30am.

  • 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!

  • Kids Makerspace – Polar Express PJ Party and Pictures with Santa

    Morgan Log House 850 Weikel Road, Lansdale, PA

    Their Kids’ Makerspace is a hands-on zone and free family event where children can enjoy an engaging storytime 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 minds to tinker, invent, and play.

  • 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.

  • SunGate Open House

    SunGate Open House
    SunGate Educational Community 1193 Clover Mill Road, Chester Springs, PA, United States

    Visit SunGate Community, a unique micro-school with holistic education for every child. They will be hosting an open house on October 21, November 18, and December 16 from 8:30am-9:30am.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Villa Maria Academy Lower School Open House (Preschool – 8th Grade)

    Villa Maria Academy Lower School Open House (Preschool – 8th Grade)
    Villa Maria Academy Lower School 280 IHM Drive, Malvern, PA, United States

    Parents 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!