101 Fun Things To Do With Kids On The Main Line!

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KOP Town Center Presents: Live Music on the Green

King of Prussia Town Center 155 Village Drive, King of Prussia, PA

Make Thursday nights the best night of the week! Join King of Prussia Town Center every Thursday from 6–8 pm, April through October, for free live music on the green! Whether you're grabbing dinner, meeting friends, or just looking for a fun way to unwind, enjoy an evening of great […]

Free

Shakespeare Festival at the Kennett Library

Kennett Library 216 State Street, Kennett Square, PA

Join Pages Alive Theater for a delightful showcase of young talent as students ages six to sixteen perform scenes and monologues from Shakespeare's beloved works! The ambitious casts have prepared selections from All's Well That Ends Well, A Midsummer Night's Dream, Hamlet, Julius Caesar, King Lear, Macbeth, The Merchant of […]

Free

April’s in Bloom Chalk the Walk at Rachel Kohl Library

Rachel Kohl Community Library 687 Smithbridge Rd., Glen Mills, PA

Spread color and kindness while having some fun. Families are welcome to join the Rachel Kohl Community Library in decorating the sidewalk in front of the library with inspiring words and images using chalk. This event is weather dependent.

Free

Spring Sensory Bins and Craft at the Ardmore Library

Ardmore Library 108 Ardmore Avenue, Ardmore, PA

Join the Ardmore Library for a spring-themed sensory program designed for toddlers and preschoolers – the age where the finished product isn't the point; it's playing with and exploring the materials, and maybe getting a little messy along the way! At this event, the library will offer seasonal sensory bins […]

Free

Shakespeare Festival at the Kennett Library

Kennett Library 216 State Street, Kennett Square, PA

Join Pages Alive Theater for a delightful showcase of young talent as students ages six to sixteen perform scenes and monologues from Shakespeare's beloved works! The ambitious casts have prepared selections from All's Well That Ends Well, A Midsummer Night's Dream, Hamlet, Julius Caesar, King Lear, Macbeth, The Merchant of […]

Free

Morning Bird Walks at Newlin Grist Mill

Newlin Grist Mill 219 Cheyney Road, Glen Mills, PA

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 […]

Free

Spring Bird Walk at Riverbend

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA

Riverbend Environmental Education Center invites families to join their Spring Bird Walk. Stroll with birder and conservationist Phil Witmer or Riverbend Education Director Suzanne Safran as they lead you on a leisurely walk around the preserve at Riverbend. Check out the many species of birds that call Riverbend their home! […]

Free

Shakespeare Festival at the Kennett Library

Kennett Library 216 State Street, Kennett Square, PA

Join Pages Alive Theater for a delightful showcase of young talent as students ages six to sixteen perform scenes and monologues from Shakespeare's beloved works! The ambitious casts have prepared selections from All's Well That Ends Well, A Midsummer Night's Dream, Hamlet, Julius Caesar, King Lear, Macbeth, The Merchant of […]

Free

Kids Potting Workshop in West Chester

Matlack Florist 210 N. Chester Road, West Chester, PA

Bring your little one to Matlack Florist for a free & fun potting experience at their outdoor garden center! Young participants are invited to pot a flowering plant and decorate a wooden plant stake to take home. Event is while supplies last!

Chester County Earth Day Festival at the Upper Main Line YMCA

Upper Main Line YMCA 1416 Berwyn Paoli Road, Berwyn, PA, United States

Go green this Earth Day at the Upper Main Line YMCA during the 2025 Chester County Earth Day Festival, which is free and open to the public. Visitors can enjoy a variety of earth-friendly activities throughout the day, including an opportunity to help plant over 60 native trees and shrubs […]

Scott Arboretum Arbor Day Celebration

Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA

Join Scott Arboretum for tree-tastic fun this Arbor Day, Saturday, April 26th from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm. This free, drop-in event will include a tree-themed scavenger hunt, arborist presentations, live tree giveaways (one/family), and a VR tree canopy experience. At noon, there will be an Arbor Day Tree tour […]

Upper Merion Township Earth Day Festival

Upper Merion Township Building 175 W Valley Forge Road, King of Prussia, PA

Upper Merion Township will host their annual Earth Day Festival on April 26th in the lot behind the Upper Merion Township Building). Festival highlights include free children's activities, environmental demonstrations, green vendors and exhibits, food trucks and a beer garden, as well as a petting zoo. Important Information: Free Festival […]

2025 Phoenixville Earth Day Festival

Reservoir Park 601 Franklin Avenue, Phoenixville, PA, United States

Swing by Phoenixville and "Grow with the Flow" this Earth Day weekend while exploring the vital connections between water and life through interactive experiences, live performances, and engaging activities designed to inspire curiosity and action. Join a walk to identify edible plants and flowers or hike a trail once walked […]

Eco Kids Book Reading and Used Toy Collection at SHIFT in Narberth

SHIFT Sustainable Goods and Services 252 Haverford Avenue, Narberth, PA

Families are invited to attend a book reading on the new release An Island of Cherished Things, a story about sustainability and recycling told from the perspective of a discarded plastic doll. Shift will also hold a used toy collection in partnership with Unless Kids, so clean out those toy […]

Free

Habitat Stewards at Newlin Grist Mill

Newlin Grist Mill 219 Cheyney Road, Glen Mills, PA

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 […]

Free

Media Spring Art Show

State Street in Media State Street, Media, PA, United States

Discover the works of over 120 artists, crafters, and makers showcasing their original creations along State Street, making this one of Delaware County's most distinctive artistic experiences. While exploring historic downtown Media, take time to visit Media's independent family-owned specialty shops and restaurants. Parking is free on Sundays. The rain […]

Youth Chamber Orchestra Concert at St. Paul’s in Ardmore

St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church 420 Athens Ave., Wynnewood, PA

The Center for Gifted Young Musicians Youth Chamber Orchestra, directed by Aaron Picht, will perform music of Handel, Schubert, and Tchaikovsky in a special concert hosted by St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Ardmore. This concert is free and open to the public, and will also be streamed to their […]

Free
Event Series Community Music Group

Community Music Group in Bala Cynwyd

The Barbara and Harvey Brodsky Enrichment Center 345 Montgomery Avenue, Bala Cynwyd, PA

Join the Brodsky Enrichment Center for a fun and inclusive multi-generational space where people of all abilities can come together to create, listen, and grow through music. This group is for parents and kids, adults of all ages, people with disabilities, and all looking to connect through music! It will […]

Barnyard Animals at Linvilla Orchards

Linvilla Orchards 137 W. Knowlton Road, Media, PA, United States

Guests are invited to swing by and meet some new furry and feathered friends at the Linvilla Orchards Barnyard. Visitors can say hello to white-tailed deer, goats, horses, ducks, birds, sheep, peacocks, and turkeys. These friendly animals are always ready to greet guests with open hooves, wings, and beaks. A […]

Author Max Brallier Event at Children’s Book World

Children's Book World

Children’s Book World will welcome Max Brallier to share his newest creation, The Last Comics on Earth, A Song of Swords and Stuffies. Max will speak about his childhood, his journey to becoming a writer, his creative process, and so much more. You will not want to miss this event […]

Free

KOP Town Center Presents: Live Music on the Green

King of Prussia Town Center 155 Village Drive, King of Prussia, PA

Make Thursday nights the best night of the week! Join King of Prussia Town Center every Thursday from 6–8 pm, April through October, for free live music on the green! Whether you're grabbing dinner, meeting friends, or just looking for a fun way to unwind, enjoy an evening of great […]

Free

Barnyard Animals at Linvilla Orchards

Linvilla Orchards 137 W. Knowlton Road, Media, PA, United States

Guests are invited to swing by and meet some new furry and feathered friends at the Linvilla Orchards Barnyard. Visitors can say hello to white-tailed deer, goats, horses, ducks, birds, sheep, peacocks, and turkeys. These friendly animals are always ready to greet guests with open hooves, wings, and beaks. A […]

Orchestra Concordia Free Community Concert in Radnor

Radnor Middle School 150 Louella Ave., Wayne, PA, United States

Orchestra Concordia and its international, award winning music director and conductor Jiannan Cheng will present a program featuring Philadelphia Orchestra bassist, Michael Franz, performing the Bass Concerto #2 by Bottesini. The concert will also include Finlandia by Sibelius and Symphony #5 by Tchaikovsky. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. at the […]

Free

Barnyard Animals at Linvilla Orchards

Linvilla Orchards 137 W. Knowlton Road, Media, PA, United States

Guests are invited to swing by and meet some new furry and feathered friends at the Linvilla Orchards Barnyard. Visitors can say hello to white-tailed deer, goats, horses, ducks, birds, sheep, peacocks, and turkeys. These friendly animals are always ready to greet guests with open hooves, wings, and beaks. A […]

Earth Day at Newlin Grist Mill

Newlin Grist Mill 219 Cheyney Road, Glen Mills, PA

Help celebrate nature and protect the environment with Newlin Grist Mill's Earth Day volunteer event! Each year, they bring together diverse volunteers from the community, including individuals, families, scout troops, and youth groups, to work on projects that improve habitat for wildlife, protect important natural resources, and preserve the park’s […]

Plant Sale Family Day at the Maguire Art Museum and Barnes Arboretum

Frances M. Maguire Art Museum 50 Lapsley Ln, Merion, PA +1 more

Come enjoy a celebration of spring at the Maguire Art Museum and the Barnes Arboretum during Family Day at the 2025 Barnes Arboretum Plant Sale! Stop by early for the Plant Sale from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm in the Arboretum. Then head to the Maguire Museum and outside for […]

Free

The Vanguard School Community Day

Valley Forge Educational Services 1777 North Valley Road, Malvern, PA

Valley Forge Educational Services will host a free Community Day with sensory-friendly activities and engagement for families who have children with special needs. This event will include activities such as face painting, inflatables, arts and crafts, live music, a dunk tank and complimentary snacks. There will also be raffle baskets […]

Free

Spring on King in Malvern

King Street, Malvern and Burke Park Roberts Road, Malvern, PA

Join King Street Malvern for a community party to welcome spring! Family fun abounds right along King Street from noon to 4:00 pm with live music, food trucks, a beer garden, and activities such as balloon twisting, face painting, flower crown making, and a tie dye station. There will also […]

Free

Ardmore Spring Fest

Schauffele Plaza 99 Cricket Terrace, Ardmore, PA, United States

The 2nd Annual Ardmore Spring Fest is BACK—bigger, bolder, and better than ever! To keep the kiddos entertained, Lulu's Casita will be there with different types of crafts and games. There will also be make-overs by Glam Hair and face painting by Main Line Child Care. Don't worry—there's plenty for […]

Free

Barnyard Animals at Linvilla Orchards

Linvilla Orchards 137 W. Knowlton Road, Media, PA, United States

Guests are invited to swing by and meet some new furry and feathered friends at the Linvilla Orchards Barnyard. Visitors can say hello to white-tailed deer, goats, horses, ducks, birds, sheep, peacocks, and turkeys. These friendly animals are always ready to greet guests with open hooves, wings, and beaks. A […]

Boys in Ballet Open House at the Pennsylvania Academy of Ballet

Pennsylvania Academy of Ballet 29 N Narberth Ave., Narberth, PA, United States

Every great dancer starts somewhere. From first steps to the spotlight, ballet builds strength, discipline, and confidence. The Pennsylvania Academy of Ballet Boys' Scholarship Program provides a dynamic and engaging environment where students ages 8-12 can train in ballet—at no cost. This Program meets on Wednesdays from 5:45 – 7:15 […]

Free

Cinco De Mayo Yoga at KOP Town Center

King of Prussia Town Center 155 Village Drive, King of Prussia, PA

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with yoga under the stars! Join YogaSix Main Line for a relaxing, all-levels yoga session at King of Prussia Town Center on the Center Green. Whether you're a seasoned yogi or just starting out, this event is perfect for all levels. Bring your mat, water bottle, […]

Barnyard Animals at Linvilla Orchards

Linvilla Orchards 137 W. Knowlton Road, Media, PA, United States

Guests are invited to swing by and meet some new furry and feathered friends at the Linvilla Orchards Barnyard. Visitors can say hello to white-tailed deer, goats, horses, ducks, birds, sheep, peacocks, and turkeys. These friendly animals are always ready to greet guests with open hooves, wings, and beaks. A […]

Book Folding Event for Mother’s Day at Penn Wynne Library

Penn Wynne Library 130 Overbrook Parkway, Wynnewood, PA, United States

Join Penn Wynne Library for a Book Folding craft night. Use a book to create a work of art for Mother's Day! This event is perfect for teens and tweens. Registration is required.