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Philadelphia Premium Outlets is kicking off the cozy season with its 5th Annual Fall Festival! Guests of all ages can look forward to an afternoon of seasonal fun, local shopping, and family-friendly entertainment on Sunday, October 18.
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.
Join Goldfish Swim School - Oaks on Friday, October 23 from 6:00–7:30 PM for a fun-filled Halloween family event! Enjoy family swim in our warm, 90° pool, pumpkin painting, Halloween crafts, games, candy, snacks, and more.
Costumes are welcome! Bring the whole family and celebrate Halloween with an evening of swimming and fun.
Keep 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.
Join The Resiliency Center for an intimate play experience curated by licensed play therapists and designed to strengthen the relationship between parents and children while creating lasting memories.
Join Morgan Log House for a fun-filled fall festival that brings history to life with hands-on activities, local artists, and cozy autumn vibes. Wander the beautiful grounds of the historic 1774 Germanic log home while enjoying everything the season has to offer.
They will also host a special on-site rededication ceremony for Morgan Log House.
From toddlers to teens and grown up book lovers, YO! Book Fest has something for everyone.
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.
Celebrate 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.
Sensory 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.
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.
A Main Line tradition, this enchanted (but not-too-spooky) event takes place each October and features dainty fairies, ghoulish ghosts, astronauts, witches and more!
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.
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.
Free Community Concert on Friday, 10/30 at 8:00 PM at Radnor Middle School Auditorium featuring: Valentin Kovalev, international award-winning classical saxophonist.
Keep 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.
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 returns on weekends from October 3 through November 1, transforming the Zoo into a kooky, spooky celebration for the whole family.
Come 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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
