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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  • Plant Sale Family Day

    Frances M. Maguire Art Museum 50 Lapsley Ln, Merion, PA

    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!

  • Steps2Cure NF

    Wilson Farm Park 500 Lee Rd, Wayne, PA

    Steps2Cure NF is a series of community fundraising walks dedicated to raising awareness and support for those affected by neurofibromatosis (NF). These events bring together individuals, families, and teams in a shared mission to fund research, support programs, and advocacy efforts that make a difference in the lives of people living with NF. With each step, participants help move closer to a world where NF no longer impacts lives.

  • Spring Artisan Market at Belmont Hills Library

    Belmont Hills Library 120 Mary Watersford Road, Bala Cynwyd, PA

    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.

  • Wild Horizon

    Wild Horizon
    Cherry Street Pier 121 N Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    You were born to play. This Circus & Play Festival celebrates boundary-pushing performance in public space for young people and families. Wild Horizon: a circus and play festival for young people and families, pushing the boundaries of performance in public space. Wild Horizon is a glimpse of what can happen […]

  • Herb Garden Bowl Workshop at Pinwheel Provisions

    Pinwheel Provisions 822 W. Lancaster Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA, United States

    Treat yourself, or the mom in your life, to a therapeutic afternoon of planting, sipping, and savoring. In this hands-on workshop, you'll create your very own herb garden bowl with your choice of three herbs, whether you're building a kitchen garden for cooking, a cocktail herb collection, or a medicinal blend for wellness.

  • Storytime at Lower Perkiomen Valley Park

    Storytime at Lower Perkiomen Valley Park
    Lower Perkiomen Valley Park 101 New Mill Road, Oaks, PA, United States

    Bring your little ones to Lower Perkiomen Valley Park for a delightful outdoor story time experience. Each week, children will explore the wonders of nature through songs, read-aloud books and puppets. This program offers a gentle introduction to time spent outdoors.

  • CCC Shines Presents: Jungle Book Kids

    CCC Shines 1701 S. Sproul Road, Springfield, PA, United States

    CCC Shines is excited to introduce a special 4-week Micro on stage Production of Disney’s The Jungle Book KIDS for students in 2nd-6th Grade.

  • AI Deepfakes and Our Kids: What Every Parent Needs to Know

    411 Swedeland Road King of Prussia, PA 19406 411 Swedeland Road, King of Prussia, PA, United States

    Please join in-person on Thursday, May 7th for a 90 minute event that will consist of short presentations from experts, followed by moderated discussions amongst panelists on four key topics. Panelists will include Governor Josh Shapiro’s Office, Attorney General Dave Sunday, victims from Lancaster Country Day School, victims from Radnor High School, and experts in the fields of law, mental health, digital safety, and cybersecurity.

  • Mother’s Day Cake Decorating Workshop & BYOB Dinner

    From the Boot 517 Germantown Pike, Lafayette Hill, PA, United States

    Join us for a night of great food and delicious desserts! You will enjoy a From the Boot dinner with an appetizer, chicken dish, pasta dish and a side followed by a cupcake decorating class with Nika from A Whisk Worth Tasting Bakery!

  • ChesLen Chase

    ChesLen Preserve 1199 Cannery Road, Coatesville, 19320

    Spring is the season of fresh starts — so why not kick it off with a run (or walk) through one of Chester County’s most beautiful landscapes? Join the ChesLen Chase 5K and 2‑mile fun run-walk, a beloved community tradition celebrating open space and healthy living.

  • Skippack Spring Festival

    Skippack Spring Festival
    Skippack Village Rte. 73 Skippack Pike, Skippack, PA, United States

    Celebrate spring and Mother's Day at our Annual Spring Festival. Enjoy vendors, crafters and food throughout the village. Rain and shine.

  • The Lion King Jr.

    The Lion King Jr.
    The Media Theatre 104 E. State Street, Media, PA, United States

    The Media Theatre’s Youth Series production of The Lion King Jr.! A by kids, for kids stage adaptation of the Disney classic brings to life Simba, Rafiki and an unforgettable cast of characters as they journey from Pride Rock to the jungle and back again in this inspiring, coming-of-age tale.

  • Stained Glass Workshop

    Plant4Good 100 Cricket Ave., Ardmore, PA

    Enjoy a hands-on stained glass workshop where you’ll learn the foundational skills behind this timeless art form. Under the guidance of Annemarie of GlassHen—a small, independent stained glass studio known for crafting one-of-a-kind pieces using traditional Tiffany-style methods—you’ll get hands-on experience with cutting, grinding, foiling, and soldering stained glass.

  • Vinyasa Flow Yoga Single Class

    Tyler Arboretum 515 Painter Road, Media, PA

    Step onto your mat and energize your body and mind with instructor Lisa Fell. Move dynamically through creative sequences rooted in traditional postures, building strength, flexibility, and focus. Flow with intention, breathe deeply, and explore mobility in each pose. Adapt each posture to your body as needed, and feel your energy rise with each mindful movement in this intermediate-to-advanced outdoor practice.

  • Skippack Spring Festival

    Skippack Spring Festival
    Skippack Village Rte. 73 Skippack Pike, Skippack, PA, United States

    Celebrate spring and Mother's Day at our Annual Spring Festival. Enjoy vendors, crafters and food throughout the village. Rain and shine.

  • Mother’s Day Celebration

    Mt. Cuba Center 3120 Barley Mill Rd., Hockessin, DE, United States

    Celebrate Mother’s Day at Mt. Cuba Center! Spend the afternoon exploring the spring blooms and guided tours led by our native plant educators.

  • Bluebird Nesting Box Tour

    Tyler Arboretum 515 Painter Road, Media, PA

    Discover the hidden world of Tyler’s bluebird families. Tag along with our knowledgeable guides as they check the bluebird boxes in Tyler’s succession field for signs of activity. Peek into active nesting boxes to observe nature in action—from carefully tended eggs to fuzzy nestlings waiting for their next meal. Along the way, learn about cavity-nesting birds, the important role volunteers play in their protection, and simple ways you can help these feathered friends thrive at home. This family-friendly outing invites curious kids and nature-loving adults alike. Arrive curious, leave inspired.

  • The Lion King Jr.

    The Lion King Jr.
    The Media Theatre 104 E. State Street, Media, PA, United States

    The Media Theatre’s Youth Series production of The Lion King Jr.! A by kids, for kids stage adaptation of the Disney classic brings to life Simba, Rafiki and an unforgettable cast of characters as they journey from Pride Rock to the jungle and back again in this inspiring, coming-of-age tale.

  • Spring Workshop: Herbal Infusions

    Tyler Arboretum 515 Painter Road, Media, PA

    Treat yourself or a loved one to a relaxing afternoon making your own herbal creations. Take home delicious syrups, natural lip balms, and fragrant oils you infuse with plants you might already grow at home.

  • Babble & Books at Harmony Kids Playhouse

    Babble & Books at Harmony Kids Playhouse
    Harmony Kids Playhouse 7 West Baltimore Ave., Media, PA

    Join HKP for a story time and play session designed to boost your child’s early language skills! Led by Ms. Tina, a Speech and Language Pathologist (SLP) from The Speech Language Center, Babble & Books combines 30 minutes of interactive story time with 30 minutes of open play.

  • Weekday Bird Walk

    Tyler Arboretum 515 Painter Road, Media, PA

    Listen, watch, and discover the birds of Tyler Arboretum. Explore Tyler’s forests and meadows with birders Sara Boucas Neto, Chuck Root, and Dave Eberly. Hear the calls, spot the birds, and experience this Audubon-recognized Important Bird Area firsthand.

  • Secret Gardens Tour

    The Shipley School 814 Yarrow Street, Bryn Mawr, PA

    Join the Shipley School for the 52nd annual Secret Gardens Tour - a one-day, self-guided tour through breathtaking private gardens on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.

  • Storytime at Lower Perkiomen Valley Park

    Storytime at Lower Perkiomen Valley Park
    Lower Perkiomen Valley Park 101 New Mill Road, Oaks, PA, United States

    Bring your little ones to Lower Perkiomen Valley Park for a delightful outdoor story time experience. Each week, children will explore the wonders of nature through songs, read-aloud books and puppets. This program offers a gentle introduction to time spent outdoors.

  • UMLY’s Seussical Jr.

    UMLY’s Seussical Jr.
    Great Valley High School Auditorium 225 Phoenixville Pike, Malvern, PA

    UMLY Performing Arts presents Seussical Jr May 14-16, 2026, at Great Valley High School! Get your tickets now.