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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  • Heritage Festival

    Woodford Mansion 2300 N 33rd Street, Philadelphia

    Laurel Hill, Ormiston, and Woodford Mansions open their doors for a special celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the United States.

  • Woodlynde School’s 6th Annual Fall Fest

    Woodlynde School 445 Upper Gulph Road, Strafford, PA, United States

    Enjoy an afternoon of fun and community, with carnival and lawn games, arts and crafts, bounce houses, obstacle courses, food trucks, and much, much more.

  • Camerata Philadelphia – Chamber Music of Richard Strauss

    Tredyffrin Library 582 Upper Gulph Road, Strafford, PA

    CAMERATA PHILADELPHIA - continues its 2026/2027 Main Line Season at the Tredyffrin Public Library (582 Upper Gulph Rd, Strafford, PA 19087) on Saturday, October 10 @ 4:00 PM.

  • Boo at the Zoo

    Boo at the Zoo
    Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PA

    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.

  • Fall Fest 2026

    Kaiserman JCC 45 Haverford Road, Wynnewood, PA, United States

    Celebrate the season at this free, community-wide Fall Fest for all ages, featuring music, yard games, food trucks, a vendor market and more. Kids can enjoy bounce houses, rides, obstacle courses, face painting, a petting zoo and themed crafts, with many activities requiring tickets or an unlimited wristband.

  • Family Group Motion

    Purenergy Studio 21 Plank Avenue, Paolli, PA, United States

    Join Family Group Motion for a joyful experience where movement and play become a way for families to connect. Through movement, dance, mirroring, improvisation, and creative games, families will strengthen their bonds, communicate through movement and rhythm, and explore self-expression, imagination, and creativity together and with others.

  • Little Talkers Happy Shoppers

    16 E Eagle Road Havertown, PA 19083 16 E Eagle Road, Havertown, PA

    Little Talkers, Happy Shoppers is a special morning event on 10/12 where Little Looms, a children’s secondhand clothing shop offering pre-loved clothing for kids ages 0–8, meets Let’s Talk Services, a pediatric speech therapy practice, for a fun and engaging play experience.

  • 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!

  • St. Mary’s Fall Food Festival

    St. Mary's Episcopal Church Louella and Lancaster Avenues, Wayne, PA

    The annual festival at St. Mary's Episcopal Church on the corner of Lancaster and Louella Avenues welcomes the Wayne community and beyond!

  • Boo at the Zoo

    Boo at the Zoo
    Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PA

    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.

  • Petal & Bloom Flower Bar

    Petal & Bloom Flower Bar
    SHIFT Sustainable Goods and Services 252 Haverford Avenue, Narberth, PA

    Step up to the flower bar and create your own bouquet using locally grown, seasonal blooms from area farms. Bring a vase or container from home (or choose from our stash of recycled ones) and design something beautiful while supporting sustainable flowers and local growers.

  • Elwyn Day 2026

    Elwyn 111 Elwyn Road, Elwyn, PA

    Join in on a day of family fun, connection, and community! Elwyn Day will feature inclusive, sensory-friendly entertainment and activities, camp-inspired games, arts and crafts, food, and Elmwood Park Zoo-On-Wheels. Elwyn Day welcomes people of all ages, including individuals with autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities.

  • Ardmore Day 2026

    Downtown Ardmore Lancaster Avenue and Argyle Road, Ardmore, PA, United States

    The Ardmore Business Association is celebrating 75 years of supporting the local business community with Ardmore Day, its largest annual community celebration!

  • Conshohocken Halloween Parade

    Marywood Park E. 6th Avenue and Hallowell Street, Conshohocken, PA, United States

    Conshohocken is hosting its annual Halloween parade on Saturday, October 17. Find more information on the Borough of Conshohocken website.

  • Family Live Arts Cultural Series

    Park Avenue Community Center 129 Park Avenue, Swarthmore, PA

    Immerse your family in the vibrant traditions of Dia de los Muertos with the Family Live Arts Cultural Series. Experience performances by Danza Folclórica Tonantzin and musician Victoria Aguilar, showcasing Mexican folkloric dance and music. Enjoy cultural crafts, special food tastings, and an enriching celebration of heritage, community, and joy.

  • Boo at the Zoo

    Boo at the Zoo
    Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PA

    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.

  • Philadelphia Premium Outlets’ 5th Annual Fall Festival

    Philadelphia Premium Outlets 18 Lightcap Road, Pottstown, PA, United States

    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.

  • Boo Bash Family Swim

    Goldfish Swim School, Oaks 180 Mill Road, Oaks, United States

    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.

  • In My Father’s House: Grieco Requiem Premiere and Album Release

    Gwynedd Mercy University 1325 Sumneytown Pike, Ambler, PA, United States

    Join Gwynedd Mercy University for the world premiere and album release of In My Father’s House: Grieco Requiem, a large-scale multimedia work for choir, soloists, orchestra and visual media composed by Provost and VP for Academic Affairs Stephen J. Grieco, DMA. Spanning thirteen movements, the work offers a contemporary meditation on memory, loss, prayer, remembrance and hope. Following the performance, Grieco will join audience members for a post-concert discussion about the inspiration and artistic vision behind the work.

  • Harvest Heritage Day & 50th Anniversary Site Rededication

    Morgan Log House 850 Weikel Road, Lansdale, PA

    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.

  • YO! Book Fest

    Black Rock Middle School 1860 Montgomery Avenue, Villanova, PA

    From toddlers to teens and grown up book lovers, YO! Book Fest has something for everyone.

  • Boo at the Zoo

    Boo at the Zoo
    Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PA

    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.

  • Day of the Dead Family Day

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

    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.

  • Spooktacular Science Day at The Franklin Institute

    Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Spooktacular 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.

  • Fall Fun by the Fire – Pits & Pumpkins

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

    Delight in the playful spirit of autumn with an event that blends creativity, gardening, and seasonal fun. Participate in a pumpkin painting contest then explore how pumpkins enrich soil through a hands on composting preview led by the Mt. Cuba team.

  • Spookfest 2026

    Berwyn Farmer's Market 511 Old Lancaster Road, Berwyn, PA, United States

    Mark your calendars for Sunday, October 25, at BFM for a morning full of Halloween fun at the Berweyn Farmers Market.

  • Sensory Friendly Day: Halloween Edition at The Franklin Institute

    Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    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

    Boo at the Zoo
    Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PA

    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.