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Wayne merchants and restaurants welcome Trick or Treaters to town with treats and specials! Stroll around town and enjoy a safe trick-or-treating experience! Stop into the Wayne Business Association Tent on North Wayne Avenue for crafts with the Wayne Art Center and more trick-or-treating and entertainment!
Help make the park a better place for wildlife and people! The Habitat Stewards group meets once a month to work on outdoor tasks related to habitat restoration and species conservation. Projects vary by month but include things like invasive plant removal, tree planting, garden maintenance, trail cleanup, and outdoor […]
Visitors can travel through the woods on a hayride to the house of Linvilla Orchards’ Friendly Witch. Children who stop by the witch’s house will be entertained with stories, jokes, and receive a treat. After the hayride, guests are invited to gather around a campfire to roast marshmallows and enjoy […]
Get ready to show your strength in a fun pumpkin challenge on Sunday, October 26, 2025! Choose your pumpkins and try to carry as many as you can twenty feet to the finish line. If you succeed, you can take all your pumpkins home for just $29.99! Remember, you can't […]
It's time to get silly! Come to the Media Theatre to enjoy the antics of Gerald and Piggie, the beloved main characters from Mo Willems' celebrated children's books. These characters will sing and dance their way on to the stage in Elephant & Piggie's "We Are in a Play!" Jr. […]
Join the Wayne Art Center for a special family afternoon of seasonal crafting and fun! Event admission is free! Candy, coloring stations, a themed photo backdrop, and crafts are all part of this special annual Fall Family Fun Day of festivities! Be sure to wear your Halloween costume to take […]
As the leaves begin to change color, Pumpkinland returns to Linvilla Orchards in Media. This fall, visitors can explore an array of pumpkins ranging from small and skinny to tall and plump. The annual pumpkin festival will also feature a variety of autumn activities, including hayrides, pick-your-own apples, and mazes. […]
Join Glen Eagle Square for a spooktacular evening! Families and friends are invited to celebrate Halloween with Trick or Treat Around the Square, a festive night of candy, costumes, and community fun. What to Expect: - Trick-or-Treat Bag Pick-Up – Grab a branded bag to start your trick-or-treat adventure (while […]
Each Wednesday through December 17, students can join a weekly art class at the Rockdale Art Center. With new projects each session, this class is perfect for the growing artist to explore drawing, painting, collage, sculpture & more while learning about different artists and art techniques. Students create a unique […]
Join Radnor Township for this safe alternative to trick-or-treating. Families are invited to trick or treat throughout the Radnor Township Municipal building. This event is for children 5 and under. Children are encouraged to come dressed in a costume and must be accompanied by an adult. Participants will receive a […]
Join the Brandywine Museum of Art for their Children's Read Aloud Tour this fall. Young children and their grown-ups hear a story, interact with art in the Museum and make their own creative works in this popular program. The following stories will be shared by Museum staff: October 16: “I Want […]
As the leaves begin to change color, Pumpkinland returns to Linvilla Orchards in Media. This fall, visitors can explore an array of pumpkins ranging from small and skinny to tall and plump. The annual pumpkin festival will also feature a variety of autumn activities, including hayrides, pick-your-own apples, and mazes. […]
Come in costume for a day of spooky fun—mini cake decorating, music, a Halloween explore tent, and a chance to win a FREE Open Play when the whole family comes dressed up! Enjoy Open Play time in addition to these Halloween events.
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 […]
Celebrate Día de los Muertos with Spanish Exploradores. Join a vibrant family celebration filled with: Face Painting Delicious Food Tasting Fun Crafts Open Play for the Kids Come honor tradition, make memories, and enjoy a colorful afternoon together! Limited tickets are available — grab yours here before they’re gone. Don’t […]
Each Wednesday through December 17, students can join a weekly art class at the Rockdale Art Center. With new projects each session, this class is perfect for the growing artist to explore drawing, painting, collage, sculpture & more while learning about different artists and art techniques. Students create a unique […]
Join the Brandywine Museum of Art for their Children's Read Aloud Tour this fall. Young children and their grown-ups hear a story, interact with art in the Museum and make their own creative works in this popular program. The following stories will be shared by Museum staff: October 16: “I Want […]
My Gym Springfield offers a fun and active Parents Night Out on the first Friday of every month. These 3-hour drop off events are for kids ages 4 to 10 years old and include a pizza dinner. From 5:30-8:30 pm, children will play organized games and engage in skills-based activities […]
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 […]
Truckloads of food are coming to Linvilla Orchards for their Fall Food Truck Frenzy. They will have a variety of delicious trucks including: 22BBQ, Bacon-on-a-Stick, Barkely BBQ, Cousins Maine Lobster, Munchy Machine, Albie’s Burgers, On the Roll, Dominic’s Tavern, Have a Ball, Humpty Dumplings, Little Sicilian, Korea Taqueia, Napolatano Bros, […]
Each Wednesday through December 17, students can join a weekly art class at the Rockdale Art Center. With new projects each session, this class is perfect for the growing artist to explore drawing, painting, collage, sculpture & more while learning about different artists and art techniques. Students create a unique […]
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 […]
This annual festival at St. Mary's Episcopal Church welcomes the Wayne community and beyond. Enjoy fall foods to take home or savor in the spacious Father Greene Room of the Parish House. A German-themed lunch cafe is open from 11:00 am to 1:30 pm. The Sweet and Savory booth features […]
Explore historic cooking and foodways with demonstrations in the newly restored 1739 Trimble House Kitchen and the reconstructed Bake Oven behind the Miller's House. Participants will experiment with various ingredients, techniques, and historic recipes. Each program will have a different theme – this season, we’re exploring topics related to the […]
Each Wednesday through December 17, students can join a weekly art class at the Rockdale Art Center. With new projects each session, this class is perfect for the growing artist to explore drawing, painting, collage, sculpture & more while learning about different artists and art techniques. Students create a unique […]
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 […]
Join the Delaware County Symphony for DCS Symphony Explorers, a free introduction to symphonic music for elementary and middle school age students accompanied by a parent or guardian. From 6:30 – 7:00 pm, participants will learn about the clarinet and music to be performed by the Delaware County Symphony in […]
Join the Upper Darby Library - Sellers Branch to create fun, seasonal crafts! Decorate a cupcake or two to look like a turkey, using candies and icing to make a tasty treat. Please include any food allergies/dietary restrictions when you register. Vanilla cupcakes will be used as the base. Registration […]
Mr. Don returns to the Norwood Library with an original, interactive Thanksgiving Storytime where participants become part of the story! This event is for all ages.
Join the Media-Upper Providence Free Library for a showing of A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving, the 1973 animated classic about friends gathering for the holiday. Enjoy a snack of pretzels, popcorn and jelly beans (Cheerio-type cereal available for a baby-friendly alternative). Bring a drink and a blanket for the floor if […]
Each Wednesday through December 17, students can join a weekly art class at the Rockdale Art Center. With new projects each session, this class is perfect for the growing artist to explore drawing, painting, collage, sculpture & more while learning about different artists and art techniques. Students create a unique […]
Join the BIGGEST Thanksgiving Day 5K in Delaware County, now in its 9th year, at the Delco Turkey Trot. This event is a family-friendly tradition that benefits the Nether Providence Elementary School PTO—with 100% of proceeds going directly to support students at NPE. Race Options: 5K Road Race – for runners, walkers, and […]
Join the Greater Philadelphia YMCA's annual Thanksgiving Day family tradition, the Gobble Wobble 5K! There will be multiple locations and race options to challenge the whole family, including a virtual race for those who are out of town or shudder at the idea of waking up early! The Gobble Wobble […]
Newlin Grist Mill and Wild Birds Unlimited (Glen Mills) have teamed up to explore the wonderful world of bird life! Join them for monthly, naturalist-led walks through the 160-acre park at Newlin Grist Mill. Participants will meet year-round residents, visit exciting migrants, and learn the basics of bird identification and […]
Help make the park a better place for wildlife and people! The Habitat Stewards group meets once a month to work on outdoor tasks related to habitat restoration and species conservation. Projects vary by month but include things like invasive plant removal, tree planting, garden maintenance, trail cleanup, and outdoor […]
