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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Rose Tree Summer Festival – Concerts in the Park

Rose Tree Park 1671 N Providence Road, Media, PA, United States

The 2025 Rose Tree Summer Festival runs June 11 – August 10, with evening concerts Wednesdays–Sundays on most weeks. Free concerts in Rose Tree Park's scenic outdoor amphitheater have been a popular Delco tradition for more than four decades! Take in top-notch entertainment of all kinds, from Classical to Cajun, […]

Gardening for Moths at Stoneleigh Garden

Stoneleigh: A Natural Garden 1829 East County Line Road, Villanova, PA, United States

In honor of National Moth Week, join Stoneleigh staff on an exploration of the garden with moths in mind. Learn how native plants attract and support the incredible local moths species, from tiny micromoths to the spectacular silkmoths, and how everyone can work together to create a beautiful and beneficial habitat for […]

Junie B.’s Essential Survival Guide to School Jr. at Upper Darby Summer Stage

Upper Darby Performing Arts Center 601 N. Lansdowne Ave., Drexel Hill, PA

School is back in session as Junie B. returns to Summer Stage! Based on Barbara Parks' NY Times bestselling books, wise-cracking Junie B’s journey to first grade is one filled with excitement and essential lessons! This brand new, upbeat sequel will remind all to believe they're never too old, or […]

Creek Critters – Stroud Preserve at the Coatesville Library

Coatesville Library 501 Lincoln Hwy E,, Coatesville, PA

The Stroud Water Research Center will conduct a class at the Coatesville Library featuring their book, Creek Critters, and games focused on learning about the water cycle. This class is meant for all ages -- 1-101. Everyone, adults included, are encouraged to tap into their creativity and come to the […]

Kimberton Fair

Kimberton Fair

Kimberton Fairgrounds 762 Pike Springs Road, Phoenixville, PA, United States

The Kimberton Fair is a summertime tradition that has brought people together for generations. The event includes livestock shows, exhibits, chicken barbeque, musical entertainment, carnival rides & games, fair food, a beer garden, contests & raffles, fireworks and OH MY…those famous DONUTS. The Midway, rides, Donut Kitchen and food stands […]

Rose Tree Summer Festival – Concerts in the Park

Rose Tree Park 1671 N Providence Road, Media, PA, United States

The 2025 Rose Tree Summer Festival runs June 11 – August 10, with evening concerts Wednesdays–Sundays on most weeks. Free concerts in Rose Tree Park's scenic outdoor amphitheater have been a popular Delco tradition for more than four decades! Take in top-notch entertainment of all kinds, from Classical to Cajun, […]

Forzen Jr. at The Barn Playhouse

Frozen Jr. at The Barn Playhouse

The Barn Playhouse 1700 Christopher Lane, Jeffersonville, PA

When newly crowned Queen Elsa accidentally sets off an eternal winter in the town of Arendelle, her younger sister Anna (along with her friends Kristoff, Olaf, and Sven) goes off on a thrilling adventure to find her sister and save the kingdom. Facing an unsuspected villain, unpredictable ice powers, and […]

Junie B.’s Essential Survival Guide to School Jr. at Upper Darby Summer Stage

Upper Darby Performing Arts Center 601 N. Lansdowne Ave., Drexel Hill, PA

School is back in session as Junie B. returns to Summer Stage! Based on Barbara Parks' NY Times bestselling books, wise-cracking Junie B’s journey to first grade is one filled with excitement and essential lessons! This brand new, upbeat sequel will remind all to believe they're never too old, or […]

Summer Fridays in the Field!

Summer Fridays in the Field at the Wagner Institute of Science

Wagner Free Institute of Science 1700 W Montgomery Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Explore the local ecosystem this summer at the Wagner's Fridays in the Field! Beginning June 20th, the Wagner Teaching Garden will be open for independent educational exploration every Friday from 1 - 3:30pm. The Wagner's Teaching Garden is their most valuable classroom. Not only is their green space full of […]

Free

Summer Fireside at Tyler Arboretum

Tyler Arboretum 515 Painter Road, Media, PA

Kick back, cool off, and enjoy Summer Fireside. Soak up a warm summer evening surrounded by nature at Tyler Arboretum. Bring a picnic blanket or chairs and enjoy dinner from local food trucks, sip cold drinks, and treat yourself to ice cream while relaxing in the fresh summer air. Take […]

Free for Members | Non-members Pay General Admission
Kimberton Fair

Kimberton Fair

Kimberton Fairgrounds 762 Pike Springs Road, Phoenixville, PA, United States

The Kimberton Fair is a summertime tradition that has brought people together for generations. The event includes livestock shows, exhibits, chicken barbeque, musical entertainment, carnival rides & games, fair food, a beer garden, contests & raffles, fireworks and OH MY…those famous DONUTS. The Midway, rides, Donut Kitchen and food stands […]

Rose Tree Summer Festival – Concerts in the Park

Rose Tree Park 1671 N Providence Road, Media, PA, United States

The 2025 Rose Tree Summer Festival runs June 11 – August 10, with evening concerts Wednesdays–Sundays on most weeks. Free concerts in Rose Tree Park's scenic outdoor amphitheater have been a popular Delco tradition for more than four decades! Take in top-notch entertainment of all kinds, from Classical to Cajun, […]

Forzen Jr. at The Barn Playhouse

Frozen Jr. at The Barn Playhouse

The Barn Playhouse 1700 Christopher Lane, Jeffersonville, PA

When newly crowned Queen Elsa accidentally sets off an eternal winter in the town of Arendelle, her younger sister Anna (along with her friends Kristoff, Olaf, and Sven) goes off on a thrilling adventure to find her sister and save the kingdom. Facing an unsuspected villain, unpredictable ice powers, and […]

Tuck Everlasting by Methacton Community Theater

Shannondell Performing Arts Center 10000 Shannondell Drive, Audubon, PA

What if you could live forever? Would you take the chance? Or would you choose to truly live? Methacton Community Theater invites you to step into the enchanting world of Tuck Everlasting—a story of wonder, adventure, and the beauty of life’s fleeting moments. This magical, family-friendly musical is filled with […]

Swarthmore Farmers Market

Swarthmore Farmers Market

Swarthmore Borough Parking Lot 121 Park Avenue, Swarthmore, PA

The Swarthmore Farmers Market is a community-led market that brings fresh, locally sourced food to the Swarthmore Town Center parking lot. Open every Saturday from May to November with an average of 19 vendors every weekend, this market is a beloved weekend tradition for grocery shopping with the neighbors. Each […]

Conshohocken Farmer’s Market

Conshohocken Farmer’s Market

Hotel West and Main 46 Fayette St., Conshohocken, PA

The Conshohocken Farmers Market will be held from May 17 to November 1, 2025, in the plaza at SORA West adjacent to Hotel West & Main at the intersection of Fayette Street and West Elm Street in Conshohocken. The market will be held weekly on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to […]

Christmas in July at Elmwood Park Zoo

Christmas in July at Elmwood Park Zoo

Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PA

Guests can catch a glimpse of Santa Claus as he strolls through Elmwood Park Zoo during their Christmas in July event. Keep your cameras ready — it’s the perfect chance to snap a festive photo with jolly old St. Nick as he greets visitors and spreads holiday cheer throughout the zoo.

Kimberton Fair

Kimberton Fair

Kimberton Fairgrounds 762 Pike Springs Road, Phoenixville, PA, United States

The Kimberton Fair is a summertime tradition that has brought people together for generations. The event includes livestock shows, exhibits, chicken barbeque, musical entertainment, carnival rides & games, fair food, a beer garden, contests & raffles, fireworks and OH MY…those famous DONUTS. The Midway, rides, Donut Kitchen and food stands […]

Rose Tree Summer Festival – Concerts in the Park

Rose Tree Park 1671 N Providence Road, Media, PA, United States

The 2025 Rose Tree Summer Festival runs June 11 – August 10, with evening concerts Wednesdays–Sundays on most weeks. Free concerts in Rose Tree Park's scenic outdoor amphitheater have been a popular Delco tradition for more than four decades! Take in top-notch entertainment of all kinds, from Classical to Cajun, […]

Forzen Jr. at The Barn Playhouse

Frozen Jr. at The Barn Playhouse

The Barn Playhouse 1700 Christopher Lane, Jeffersonville, PA

When newly crowned Queen Elsa accidentally sets off an eternal winter in the town of Arendelle, her younger sister Anna (along with her friends Kristoff, Olaf, and Sven) goes off on a thrilling adventure to find her sister and save the kingdom. Facing an unsuspected villain, unpredictable ice powers, and […]

Tuck Everlasting by Methacton Community Theater

Shannondell Performing Arts Center 10000 Shannondell Drive, Audubon, PA

What if you could live forever? Would you take the chance? Or would you choose to truly live? Methacton Community Theater invites you to step into the enchanting world of Tuck Everlasting—a story of wonder, adventure, and the beauty of life’s fleeting moments. This magical, family-friendly musical is filled with […]

Berwyn Farmers’ Market

Berwyn Farmers’ Market

The Berwyn Farmer's Market is back and better than ever with expanded hours and vendors, new charity partners, live music every first Sunday, a kids' zone, food trucks, and special theme days. The market will be open weekly on Sundays from May 18 through December 21, 2025, with brief breaks […]

Free Ready-Set-School Community Days at the Please Touch Museum

The Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA

The fourth annual Ready-Set-School program will welcome families to the Please Touch Museum for free admission on June 29, July 27, and August 24. These special Community Days will offer themed programming focused on health, wellness, and social-emotional skill building. Community partners will be onsite at the Museum to provide resources […]

Family Sundays at Suburban Square

Family Sundays at Suburban Square

Suburban Square Anderson & Coulter Avenue, Ardmore, PA

Family Sundays are back! Come out to the Suburban Square Lawn for music, games, and kid-friendly activities with Go With Yoyo from 11:00 am-1:00 pm every Sunday in May though October. If inclement weather arises, please visit Suburban Square's Instagram page for the most up to date event information.

Christmas in July at Elmwood Park Zoo

Christmas in July at Elmwood Park Zoo

Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PA

Guests can catch a glimpse of Santa Claus as he strolls through Elmwood Park Zoo during their Christmas in July event. Keep your cameras ready — it’s the perfect chance to snap a festive photo with jolly old St. Nick as he greets visitors and spreads holiday cheer throughout the zoo.

Family Funday at Spruce Street Harbor Park

Spruce Street Harbor Park 301 S. Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia, PA

Join Family Funday with PopUpPlay, each Sunday from Memorial Day weekend to September 28th, from 1:00-4:00 pm at Spruce Street Harbor Park. This event is free and open to the public, and all ages are welcome. Activities include boat building, puppet making, and even constructing a working catapult. Each week […]

Tuck Everlasting by Methacton Community Theater

Shannondell Performing Arts Center 10000 Shannondell Drive, Audubon, PA

What if you could live forever? Would you take the chance? Or would you choose to truly live? Methacton Community Theater invites you to step into the enchanting world of Tuck Everlasting—a story of wonder, adventure, and the beauty of life’s fleeting moments. This magical, family-friendly musical is filled with […]

Lower Merion Township Cardboard Boat Regatta

Belmont Hills Pool 122 Mary Waters Ford Road, Bala Cynwyd

Ahoy! Craft your vessel and prepare to set sail at the 2025 Cardboard Boat Regatta. Some will sink and others will float, that’s the fun of a cardboard boat. This event has a 3:00 pm check-in time with races to follow. All boats must be built in advance of the […]

Rose Tree Summer Festival – Concerts in the Park

Rose Tree Park 1671 N Providence Road, Media, PA, United States

The 2025 Rose Tree Summer Festival runs June 11 – August 10, with evening concerts Wednesdays–Sundays on most weeks. Free concerts in Rose Tree Park's scenic outdoor amphitheater have been a popular Delco tradition for more than four decades! Take in top-notch entertainment of all kinds, from Classical to Cajun, […]

Cochranville Fire Company Carnival

Cochranville Fire Company Carnival

Cochranville Fire Company Grounds 3135 Limestone Road, Cochranville, PA

Join the Cochranville Fire Company for a traditional summer carnival. There will be thrill, family, and kiddie rides, games on the Midway, and a variety of fair food options. See the ticketing website for fare options, including a Mega Pass for week-long Carnival access and an Unlimited Ride Armband.

Eagleview Town Center Summer Concert Series

Eagleview Town Center 565 Wellington Square, Exton, PA

Elevate your summer nights with Eagleview Town Center's Summer Concert Series! Come see awesome talent at their summer concert series – every Tuesday from June through August from 7:00–9:00 pm. Each concert is free to attend and open to the public. Alex’s Lemonade is at each concert with goodies to […]