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The Best Things To Do Around The Main Line with Kids
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Week of Events
Monday, October 20, 2025
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October 20, 2025 -Diwali Celebration at Penn Wynne Library
Diwali Celebration at Penn Wynne Library
Join Ms. Tithi at the Penn Wynne Library to learn how to make beautiful Diwali decorations and enjoy some traditional Diwali snacks. Please let the library know if you have any food allergies. This event is for children ages 6+ and registration is required. Per LMLS policy, all children under […]
Tuesday, October 21, 2025
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October 21, 2025 -Pumpkinland at Linvilla Orchards
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October 21, 2025 -Trail Tuesdays at Valley Forge National Historical Park
Pumpkinland at Linvilla Orchards
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. […]
Trail Tuesdays at Valley Forge National Historical Park
Bring your walking shoes to Valley Forge National Historical Park for a brisk walk with good company. All fitness levels, strollers and dogs are welcome! Walks on the first and last Tuesday of the month meet at the General von Steuben on Valley Forge Park Road. All other Tuesday walks […]
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
No events on this day.
Thursday, October 23, 2025
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October 23, 2025 -Elephant & Piggie’s “We Are in a Play!” Jr.
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October 23, 2025 -Brandywine Museum of Art Children’s Read Aloud Tour
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October 23, 2025 -Fall Fest at Imagination Street
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October 23, 2025 -Beyond Limits Spooktacular at The Barn Yard
Elephant & Piggie’s “We Are in a Play!” Jr.
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. […]
Brandywine Museum of Art Children’s Read Aloud Tour
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 […]
Fall Fest at Imagination Street
Woody is back by popular demand. Join Imagination Street for their annual Fall Fest on Thursday, October 23 from 5-7 pm. This event includes a meet & greet with Woody, pumpkin painting, Highland Orchards apple cider donuts, a fall photo booth, and more. All of Imagination Street's events are BYOB/D […]
Beyond Limits Spooktacular at The Barn Yard
Join The Barn Yard for a sensory-friendly Halloween party! This event will have limited capacity, no loud music, no flashy lights, and fun sensory exploration activities. Enjoy a Halloween craft, snacks, and a treat bag. The cost for this event is $16.50 per child (includes one adult) and $5 for […]
Friday, October 24, 2025
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October 24, 2025 -Pumpkinland at Linvilla Orchards
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October 24, 2025 -Jungle Land Halloween Party
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October 24, 2025 -Hayrides to the Witch’s House at Linvilla Orchards
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October 24, 2025 -Halloween Hikes and Hayrides
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October 24, 2025 -Haunted House at Highgate at Paoli Pointe
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October 24, 2025 -(Not So) Spooky Ghost Stories & S’mores Night at McKaig Nature Education Center
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October 24, 2025 -Pre-Recorded Astronomy Shows at Mather Planetarium at West Chester University
Pumpkinland at Linvilla Orchards
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. […]
Jungle Land Halloween Party
Join Jungle Land in Malvern for their not-so-spooky Halloween party for littles. Children should come in costume and will have a chance to visit with Chase from Paw Patrol. In addition to open play, participants will also be given buckets for visiting trick or treat stations. Pizza, snacks, cookies, Halloween-themed […]
Hayrides to the Witch’s House at Linvilla Orchards
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 […]
Halloween Hikes and Hayrides
Philly’s favorite fall family festival is back! Halloween Hikes and Hayrides is an evening of exploration, education, and fun on October 24 and 25th. Craft magical creations with the Witches of the Woods, make s’mores by the fire, take a hayride and search for nocturnal creatures, chat with our woodland […]
Haunted House at Highgate at Paoli Pointe
Get spooked at Highgate at Paoli Pointe's family-friendly Haunted House! On October 24th from 6:00 to 8:00 pm, enjoy a spooky and fun-filled evening! For just $10 per family, enjoy treats from Highgate at Paoli Pointe's corporate chef, exciting raffles, and fantastic giveaways. All proceeds benefit the Alzheimer's Association. Don't […]
(Not So) Spooky Ghost Stories & S’mores Night at McKaig Nature Education Center
Head to McKaig Nature Education Center for a hauntingly good time on Friday, October 24th, from 6:30 to 8:30 pm at the historic Old Roberts Schoolhouse. Get ready for an unforgettable evening packed with ghost stories, delicious s'mores, a night trail hike, and plenty of fun. Gather 'round a crackling […]
Pre-Recorded Astronomy Shows at Mather Planetarium at West Chester University
This fall, join an exciting and educational pre-recorded show at WCU's Mather Planetarium. Dates and topics of these shows are: September 12, 2025: Black Holes: The Other Side of Infinity September 19, 2025: Astronaut October 17, 2025: Asteroid: Mission Extreme October 24, 2025: Oasis In Space November 14, 2025: Black […]
Saturday, October 25, 2025
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October 25, 2025 -Swarthmore Farmers Market
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October 25, 2025 -Northern Star Farm Fall Fest
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October 25, 2025 -Fall Fun Festival at Nor-View Farm
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October 25, 2025 -Friends of Easttown Library present Storybook Snapshot Photo Sessions
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October 25, 2025 -Young People’s Book Festival
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October 25, 2025 -Riverbend Fall Adopt-A-Tree
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October 25, 2025 -Media Halloween Parade
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October 25, 2025 -Elephant & Piggie’s “We Are in a Play!” Jr.
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October 25, 2025 -Fairytales and Fables Day at the Colonial Pennsylvania Farmstead
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October 25, 2025 -Heartwood Therapeutic Learning Community Fall Fest
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October 25, 2025 -Ardmore Music Hall’s annual Halloween Market & Crafts Fair
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October 25, 2025 -Harvest Heritage Day at the Morgan Log House
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October 25, 2025 -Phoenixville Rec Center Fall Fest and Trunk or Treat
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October 25, 2025 -Witches of Narberth Scavenger Hunt
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October 25, 2025 -Little Witches’ Color Lab in Narberth
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October 25, 2025 -Tredyffrin Township Trunk or Treat
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October 25, 2025 -Sean King Fund for Inclusive Practices Halloween Party in Ardmore
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October 25, 2025 -Paddock Farms Fall Fest
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October 25, 2025 -Arnold’s Family Fun Center Trick or Treat
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October 25, 2025 -Malvern Monster Mash
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October 25, 2025 -Hayrides to the Witch’s House at Linvilla Orchards
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October 25, 2025 -Halloween Hikes and Hayrides
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October 25, 2025 -Trick-or-Treat Night at Elmwood Park Zoo
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 […]
Northern Star Farm Fall Fest
Welcome to Northern Star Farm's 18th Annual Fall Fest! Visit the farm every Saturday and Sunday from 10 am–5 pm for pumpkin picking, hay rides, a 7-acre corn maze, pony rides, giant apple sling shots, the Little Farmer Playbarn, paint ball, Giant air cannon, farm animals, and free lawn and […]
Fall Fun Festival at Nor-View Farm
Saddle up for Western-themed family fun on October 11th, 18th and 25th from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm at Upper Merion's Nor-View Farm Fall Fun Festival! Enjoy live music from a different band each weekend, food trucks, local craft beers, and an array of activities for kids of all ages. […]
Friends of Easttown Library present Storybook Snapshot Photo Sessions
The Friends of Easttown Library invite you and your family to join a professional family photoshoot with photographer Maura B. McConnell. With several dates and times available, feel free to register for the option that works for your family. There are also several photo packages available to choose from. Packages: […]
Young People’s Book Festival
Join the YO! Book Fest where books come alive in a dynamic celebration for all ages. Celebrate all things books with more than 50 amazing authors and illustrators from around the country. Cheer during the book character parade, engage in writing and drawing workshops, meet your favorite authors and illustrators […]
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Riverbend Fall Adopt-A-Tree
Join Riverbend on October 25th or November 1st to welcome some new trees to their nature preserve. Bring your friends and family along to help plant native trees and provide homes for animals that live in the forests. These are pay-what-you-wish events. Join for one or both days! Sign up […]
Media Halloween Parade
Mark your calendar to join in the Annual Media Halloween Parade on Saturday, October 25, 2025. The event kicks off at 11:00 am. Prepare for a thrilling morning with the Philly Ghostbusters, Garrison Carida, Kyber Base, and the legendary superheroes of D-Force. Plus, as always, the incredible talent of the […]
Elephant & Piggie’s “We Are in a Play!” Jr.
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. […]
Fairytales and Fables Day at the Colonial Pennsylvania Farmstead
Fairytales and fables are narratives passed down through the tradition of oral storytelling. While these stories may contain many magical and fantastical elements, they also act as little windows into life in the past. Journey throughout the Farmstead, and listen to narrators tell family-friendly versions of old fairytales and fables […]
Heartwood Therapeutic Learning Community Fall Fest
Join Heartwood TLC in Malvern for their Fall Fest. This inclusive celebration has something for everyone — from cozy crafts, to spooky sensory bins, to indoor trick-or-treating. This event is hosted by their small nonprofit, neurodiversity-affirming school, and it is all about joy, community, and connection. Cost: $10 per family, No […]
Ardmore Music Hall’s annual Halloween Market & Crafts Fair
Put on your best costume & bring the kiddos trick-or-treating throughout the market with local artisan vendors to peruse. Enjoy Tarot readings, glass work, hand-made jewelry, keepsakes, baked goods and more, accompanied by live grooves on stage by the AMH Family Band. Plus, grab some brunch bites & brews while […]
Harvest Heritage Day at the Morgan Log House
Step into the past and celebrate the season! Join the 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 this historic 1774 Germanic log home while enjoying everything the season has to […]
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Phoenixville Rec Center Fall Fest and Trunk or Treat
Celebrate the spooky season with the Phoenixville Parks and Recreation Center at their Fall Fest and Trunk or Treat. Enjoy games, food, music, a costume contest and more.
Witches of Narberth Scavenger Hunt
Before the Halloween Parade and trick-or-treating get started, come out and participate in The Witches of Narberth - a free family event that's become a Main Line kid favorite. At 1:00 pm, on the corner of Forrest and Haverford Avenues, Halloween kicks off with this popular annual scavenger hunt. Children […]
Little Witches’ Color Lab in Narberth
Young wizards and witches are invited to explore the magical world of natural dyeing during the annual Witches of Narberth Event. Dive into a world of imagination with potions (natural dyes) from flowers, fruits, and vegetables to create colorful treasures. Each participant will have the opportunity to dye their own […]
Tredyffrin Township Trunk or Treat
Tredyffrin Township will host a Trunk or Treat event from 2 pm to 4:00 pm on October 25 at Wilson Farm Park's Picnic Pavilion. The day will feature treats, prizes, and family fun activities. Residents interested in participating in the Trunk or Treat can register online here. All trunks should […]
Sean King Fund for Inclusive Practices Halloween Party in Ardmore
Join the Sean King Fund and the Friends of Linwood Park at their Halloween Party at Linwood Park. The event will include games, dance, music, and more. All children with and without disabilities and their families are invited to this event. The event is free, but donations to the Sean […]
Paddock Farms Fall Fest
Join an afternoon of fun at Fall Fest in Paddock Park! At 1:30pm, meet in Merrybrook Circle for a Costume Parade led by Oakmont Fire Company. From 2-4:00 pm, enjoy games, snacks, crafts, a pumpkin patch, and face painting by BirlGirl. The Pumpkin Patch will be $5 to pick your […]
Arnold’s Family Fun Center Trick or Treat
Get ready for a spooktacular, family-friendly Halloween celebration at Arnold’s! 100% indoors, rain or shine-enjoy hundreds of games, treats and attractions. FREE Trick or Treat – Kids and parents alike are encouraged to dress up and explore Arnold’s Family Fun Center, following a special Halloween Trick or Treat map to […]
Malvern Monster Mash
They did the mash....the Malvern Monster Mash! Come out and join the Malvern community and King Street shops for trick or treating along King Street! Wear a costume, listen to live music, enjoy good food and snacks, and bring the kids to play games and enjoy crafts, candy, face painters, […]
Hayrides to the Witch’s House at Linvilla Orchards
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 […]
Halloween Hikes and Hayrides
Philly’s favorite fall family festival is back! Halloween Hikes and Hayrides is an evening of exploration, education, and fun on October 24 and 25th. Craft magical creations with the Witches of the Woods, make s’mores by the fire, take a hayride and search for nocturnal creatures, chat with our woodland […]
Trick-or-Treat Night at Elmwood Park Zoo
Bring the kiddos to the Elmwood Park Zoo for a night of trick-or-treating fun! Adults and children are encouraged to dress up in their best costume. Guests can enjoy animal meet and greets included with their ticket. Don’t forget your trick-or-treat bag and secure your tickets here. Adults 21+ can […]
Sunday, October 26, 2025
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October 26, 2025 -Berwyn Farmers’ Market
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October 26, 2025 -Northern Star Farm Fall Fest
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October 26, 2025 -Halloween Cookie Decorating
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October 26, 2025 -Family Sundays at Suburban Square
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October 26, 2025 -Elephant & Piggie’s “We Are in a Play!” Jr.
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October 26, 2025 -Fall Workshop Family Fun Day at Wayne Art Center
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October 26, 2025 -Halloween on the Hill – Trick or Treating in Chestnut Hill
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October 26, 2025 -Friends of Easttown Library present Storybook Snapshot Photo Sessions
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October 26, 2025 -Kennett Square Candy Trail
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October 26, 2025 -Spooky Stories with Charles J. Adams III
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 […]
Northern Star Farm Fall Fest
Welcome to Northern Star Farm's 18th Annual Fall Fest! Visit the farm every Saturday and Sunday from 10 am–5 pm for pumpkin picking, hay rides, a 7-acre corn maze, pony rides, giant apple sling shots, the Little Farmer Playbarn, paint ball, Giant air cannon, farm animals, and free lawn and […]
Halloween Cookie Decorating
Join Good Girls Bakery for a fun, family-friendly Halloween Cookie Decorating event! This is a laid-back, hands-on experience where you'll get to decorate your own batch of spooky-themed sugar cookies. There will be no formal class instruction - just grab a seat, enjoy the creative process, and have fun with […]
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.
Elephant & Piggie’s “We Are in a Play!” Jr.
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. […]
Fall Workshop Family Fun Day at Wayne Art Center
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 […]
Halloween on the Hill – Trick or Treating in Chestnut Hill
Join Chestnut Hill throughout October for all sorts of Autumn fun and spooky Halloween spirit! Chestnut Hill turns extra magical at this time of year with the charm and enchantment that only a historic village can provide. Whether you’re looking for a fall evening of dining outside or coming for […]
Friends of Easttown Library present Storybook Snapshot Photo Sessions
The Friends of Easttown Library invite you and your family to join a professional family photoshoot with photographer Maura B. McConnell. With several dates and times available, feel free to register for the option that works for your family. There are also several photo packages available to choose from. Packages: […]
Kennett Square Candy Trail
Whoooo’s ready for some faBOOlous fun. Join the KSQ Candy Trail from 2-5pm on Sunday, October 26th. Bring your kiddos in costume to follow the trail, find special promotions at your favorite shops and restaurants, and collect treats from more than 30 participating businesses throughout the Borough.
Spooky Stories with Charles J. Adams III
Bring the family to Historic Trappe as dusk falls for a Halloween evening of history and fun. Gather next to the historic St. Luke’s Cemetery for spooky (but not too scary) stories, led by Charles J. Adams III, a renowned local historian, prolific author, and one of Pennsylvania’s most popular […]
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