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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Dream Asia Food Fest: Endless Summer
Greater Philadelphia Expo Center and Fairgrounds 100 Station Ave., Oaks
Labor Day Weekend on the Delaware River Waterfront
Delaware River Waterfront 101 S Christopher Columbus Blvd, PhiladelphiaWeek of Events
Monday, September 1, 2025
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September 1, 2025 -Ludwig’s Corner Horse Show and Country Fair
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September 1, 2025 -Pick Your Own Apples at Linvilla Orchards
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September 1, 2025 -Dream Asia Food Fest: Endless Summer
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September 1, 2025 -Labor Day Weekend on the Delaware River Waterfront
Ludwig’s Corner Horse Show and Country Fair
A Chester County Labor Day weekend tradition for over three quarters of a Century, the Ludwig's Corner Horse Show and Country Fair will take place from August 30-September 1, 2025. The entrance fee is $10 per carload at at the Main Gate. There is no fee to enter the grounds […]
Pick Your Own Apples at Linvilla Orchards
Pick-Your-Own Apple season has arrived at Linvilla Orchards! Visitors can head to the orchards to enjoy freshly harvested apples at their peak. Families with small children are encouraged to review how to identify ripe apples before picking, and Linvilla’s knowledgeable staff will be available to provide guidance if needed. Guests […]
Dream Asia Food Fest: Endless Summer
The Philadelphia Fairgrounds in Oaks hosts the Dream Asia Food Fest: Endless Summer this Labor Day weekend. Enjoy more than 90 Asian food vendors offering cuisine from China, Korea, Japan, Thailand, India, Vietnam, and more. There will also be NYC street food pop-ups, cultural vendors, and live entertainment including a […]
Labor Day Weekend on the Delaware River Waterfront
Close out Summer 2025 this Labor Day Weekend with fun for the whole family at Spruce Street Harbor Park, Cherry Street Pier, Race Street Pier, and Independence Blue Cross RiverRink SummerFest. Labor Day is the last chance for visitors to enjoy the boardwalk vibes at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest […]
Tuesday, September 2, 2025
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September 2, 2025 -Paws in the Pool – Dog Swim Week at Kaiserman JCC
Paws in the Pool – Dog Swim Week at Kaiserman JCC
Paws in the pool is back this year, and, due to popular demand, it's been extended for a whole week! Before they “paws” their pools for the season, the JCC invites their canine friends for a day of swimming, splashing and socializing in their fenced-in outdoor pool and grassy area! […]
Wednesday, September 3, 2025
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September 3, 2025 -Yoga Storytime at the Elkins Park Free Library
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September 3, 2025 -Paws in the Pool – Dog Swim Week at Kaiserman JCC
Yoga Storytime at the Elkins Park Free Library
Join Ms. Jana of Heartwell Yoga for an engaging class for caregivers and their children that weaves the themes of a children’s book into playful yoga postures, stories, music, breath work, and relaxation techniques. For ages 18 mos.-5 yrs. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Registration opens four weeks prior to each scheduled date. […]
Paws in the Pool – Dog Swim Week at Kaiserman JCC
Paws in the pool is back this year, and, due to popular demand, it's been extended for a whole week! Before they “paws” their pools for the season, the JCC invites their canine friends for a day of swimming, splashing and socializing in their fenced-in outdoor pool and grassy area! […]
Thursday, September 4, 2025
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September 4, 2025 -Paws in the Pool – Dog Swim Week at Kaiserman JCC
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September 4, 2025 -Kennett Square Mushroom Festival and Parade
Paws in the Pool – Dog Swim Week at Kaiserman JCC
Paws in the pool is back this year, and, due to popular demand, it's been extended for a whole week! Before they “paws” their pools for the season, the JCC invites their canine friends for a day of swimming, splashing and socializing in their fenced-in outdoor pool and grassy area! […]
Kennett Square Mushroom Festival and Parade
Kennet Square, the mushroom capital of the world, invites the public to their 40th Annual Mushroom Festival, celebrating "Harvesting 40 Years Together." This event, which draws thousands to Kennett Square, celebrates the local mushroom industry, considered one of the most sustainable farming industries in the country, and raises funds in […]
Friday, September 5, 2025
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September 5, 2025 -Nature Nook at Scott Arboretum
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September 5, 2025 -Storytime with Melanie at the American Helicopter Museum
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September 5, 2025 -Family Art & Story Hour at the Maguire Art Museum
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September 5, 2025 -Paws in the Pool – Dog Swim Week at Kaiserman JCC
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September 5, 2025Journey to the Outer Planets at West Chester University’s Mather Planetarium
Nature Nook at Scott Arboretum
Calling all little nature explorers! Join Scott Arboretum & Gardens for a morning full of singing, stories, crafts, and dancing. Each session is seasonally themed around nature and the garden. This program is designed for children ages 2 to 4 years old.
Storytime with Melanie at the American Helicopter Museum
Join Melanie for a Story Time event on the first Friday of every month at the American Helicopter Museum. The event will feature interactive read-alouds, a special art activity, and a mini pop-up book fair to shop from, and is included with museum admission! Get tickets here.
Family Art & Story Hour at the Maguire Art Museum
Join the Maguire Art Museum in the galleries for art, music, and storytelling! This month, they’re having a Shape Party! Learn together by looking at artwork, singing songs, and reading Mouse Shapes with Ms. Jane. Then, use that learning to create your own interactive Shape Monster! Free and open to […]
Paws in the Pool – Dog Swim Week at Kaiserman JCC
Paws in the pool is back this year, and, due to popular demand, it's been extended for a whole week! Before they “paws” their pools for the season, the JCC invites their canine friends for a day of swimming, splashing and socializing in their fenced-in outdoor pool and grassy area! […]
Journey to the Outer Planets at West Chester University’s Mather Planetarium
On September 5th, join a live Planetarium show entitled "Journey to the Outer Planets" at WCU's Mather Planetarium. Mather's live presentations are given by a professional astronomer and consist primarily of an overview of what is currently visible in the night sky. In addition, part of each show (approximately 10-15 […]
Saturday, September 6, 2025
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September 6, 2025 -Fall for Learning: A Community Day with Main Line School Night
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September 6, 2025 -Swarthmore Farmers Market
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September 6, 2025 -Elmwood Park Zoo Centennial Saturdays
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September 6, 2025 -Kennett Square Mushroom Festival and Parade
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September 6, 2025 -Historic Sugartown’s Bee Day
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September 6, 2025 -Royersford Community Day
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September 6, 2025 -Haverford Township Music Festival
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September 6, 2025 -Paws in the Pool – Dog Swim Week at Kaiserman JCC
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September 6, 2025 -Fall for Learning: A Community Day with Main Line School Night
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September 6, 2025 -E. Norriton Community Day, including Free Bubble Festival and Fireworks
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September 6, 2025 -Villanova Football Community Day
Fall for Learning: A Community Day with Main Line School Night
Kick off the fall semester with an afternoon of fun, flavor, and community with Main Line School Night at the at Creutzburg Center! Enjoy an afternoon of tasty bites, local artisans, live music, games, dance, and hands-on demos from Main Line School Night instructors! Whether you’re 9 or ninety, there’s […]
Swarthmore Farmers Market
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 […]
Elmwood Park Zoo Centennial Saturdays
Elmwood Park Zoo is extending their Centennial Celebration through 2025! Join in the festivities with your family and friends as they continue to commemorate this special milestone with a series of exciting events. Enjoy live entertainment, indulge in a delicious birthday treat, and be amazed by their captivating animal shows. […]
Kennett Square Mushroom Festival and Parade
Kennet Square, the mushroom capital of the world, invites the public to their 40th Annual Mushroom Festival, celebrating "Harvesting 40 Years Together." This event, which draws thousands to Kennett Square, celebrates the local mushroom industry, considered one of the most sustainable farming industries in the country, and raises funds in […]
Historic Sugartown’s Bee Day
Celebrate the Bees at Historic Sugartown during National Honey Month! Join Historic Sugartown and the Chester County Beekeepers Association for a fun and educational day to celebrate vital pollinators. This family-friendly event, held at the Carriage Museum and the lawn at Historic Sugartown, will be buzzing with excitement. Throughout the […]
Royersford Community Day
Join one of Royersford’s favorite hometown traditions — Community Day on September 6th. Royersford's Main Street will be closed for a full day of family-friendly fun including: Local vendors & artisan crafters Food trucks (one of the only days they roll through town!) Live music from Notably Sharp Sound Service […]
Haverford Township Music Festival
The 13th Annual Haverford Music Festival returns on Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 12 noon to 9:00 pm at the intersection of Darby Road and Hathaway Lane in Havertown, PA. This is a family-friendly music festival that celebrates creativity, supports arts and education, and fosters a vibrant cultural landscape in […]
Paws in the Pool – Dog Swim Week at Kaiserman JCC
Paws in the pool is back this year, and, due to popular demand, it's been extended for a whole week! Before they “paws” their pools for the season, the JCC invites their canine friends for a day of swimming, splashing and socializing in their fenced-in outdoor pool and grassy area! […]
Fall for Learning: A Community Day with Main Line School Night
Kick off the fall semester with an afternoon of fun, flavor, and community with Main Line School Night at the at Creutzburg Center! Enjoy an afternoon of tasty bites, local artisans, live music, games, dance, and hands-on demos from Main Line School Night instructors! Whether you’re 9 or ninety, there’s […]
E. Norriton Community Day, including Free Bubble Festival and Fireworks
E. Norriton Community Day is happening on Saturday, Sept. 6th—don’t miss this chance to connect with the community at Stanbridge Street Park. Kids will also have the chance to make the biggest bubbles of their lives as E. Norriton hosts GRANDPOP BUBBLES™. Grandpop Bubbles will bring his bubble wands, tristrings, […]
Villanova Football Community Day
Villanova Football is hosting their Community Day on Saturday, September 6th at 6:00 pm at the football stadium. In addition to the game versus Colgate, there will be a Kid Zone with inflatables, face painting by cheerleaders, balloon artists, fun games, coloring stations, and appearances from various Villanova sports teams! […]
Sunday, September 7, 2025
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September 7, 2025 -Berwyn Farmers’ Market
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September 7, 2025 -Kennett Square Mushroom Festival and Parade
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September 7, 2025 -Clover Market in Chestnut Hill
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September 7, 2025 -Family Sundays at Suburban Square
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September 7, 2025 -Paws in the Pool – Dog Swim Week at Kaiserman JCC
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September 7, 2025 -Family Funday at Spruce Street Harbor Park
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September 7, 2025 -Museum Family Day – Fall Kickoff at the Maguire Art Museum
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 […]
Kennett Square Mushroom Festival and Parade
Kennet Square, the mushroom capital of the world, invites the public to their 40th Annual Mushroom Festival, celebrating "Harvesting 40 Years Together." This event, which draws thousands to Kennett Square, celebrates the local mushroom industry, considered one of the most sustainable farming industries in the country, and raises funds in […]
Clover Market in Chestnut Hill
On Sunday September 7th from 10:00-4:00 pm, the Clover Market comes to downtown Chestnut Hill. The Chestnut Hill Markets will feature 90+ carefully curated vendors with a wide variety of handmade and vintage goods along with food trucks, live music, and an abundance of shopping options in the charming, cobblestone-lined streets. Food […]
Family Sundays at Suburban Square
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.
Paws in the Pool – Dog Swim Week at Kaiserman JCC
Paws in the pool is back this year, and, due to popular demand, it's been extended for a whole week! Before they “paws” their pools for the season, the JCC invites their canine friends for a day of swimming, splashing and socializing in their fenced-in outdoor pool and grassy area! […]
Family Funday at Spruce Street Harbor Park
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 […]
Museum Family Day – Fall Kickoff at the Maguire Art Museum
Start off the season with art, creativity, and fun at the Maguire Art Museum. See and interact with new works by artists Maria Dumlao and Julianna Foster as part of 20/20 Photo Festival, and hear from the artists at 3:00 pm. Make art and crafts, enjoy refreshments, and learn about […]

