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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 […]
Dig into history at Newlin Grist Mill as the site celebrates and participates in International Archaeology Day! This year’s International Archaeology Day coincides with the final Public Archaeology excavation of the year at Newlin Grist Mill. The public is invited to participate (or just watch) as Newlin Grist Mill’s professional […]
Join a hauntingly fun day at Ardmore Day! This free, family-friendly event is packed with exciting activities for everyone. Tickets are required but limited, so reserve yours today! Get ready for a full day of free family fun in Downtown Ardmore! Ardbark Dog Parade & Contest – Dress up your pup and show […]
Get ready for the spookiest, most spectacular parade in Montgomery County — the BooPort Halloween Parade! This FREE community celebration is packed with Halloween magic for all ages. What to Expect: Colorful floats, marching bands, costumed characters, and community groups A special appearance by the Oscar Mayer Weiner-mobile Candy and […]
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 […]
Join the Brandywine Conservancy for a day of family-friendly fun at their Community Waterside Gathering at Anson B. Nixon Park. Come out to learn about fishing in a pond, lake and other bodies of water in the region with Legacy, Land and Water Partners/Mid Atlantic Youth Anglers & Outdoors Partners. […]
Attend the U.S. Open Squash Championships for FREE and attend the second annual Open House at the Specter Center. The U.S. Open Squash Championships are the most prestigious squash event in the nation, welcoming top players from all over the world. On Sunday, October 19, people of all ages are […]
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.
Join KidsPark Main Line for a spook-tacular day at their Hauntless House on Sunday, October 19th from 11 am – 1 pm. It will be a safe, fun, and not-too-spooky celebration full of hands-on stations for kids: - Spooky Science with the Witch - Decorate Your Own Pumpkin - Cauldron […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join the Pennsylvania Institute of Technology for their 8th Annual Trunk or Treat. This safe and fun family event is open to the entire community. Get ready for fun costumes, creative tables, and lots of treats! Last year, more than 450 parents and children attended this free event, so be […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
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.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join members of the Chesmont Astronomical Society for an evening of skywatching in one of the scenic open fields at Gwynedd Preserve. The event begins about an hour before sunset, creating a beautiful transition from golden hour into nightfall. As darkness sets in, telescopes will be available to observe planets, stars, […]
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 […]
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.
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 […]
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 […]
Skeletons are scary, right? Not if you're celebrating Día de los Muertos or the Day of the Dead! This holiday, which is celebrated mainly in Mexico on November 1st and 2nd, is like a family reunion—except dead ancestors are the guests of honor. Day of the Dead is a joyful […]
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 […]
The Berwyn Fire Company Halloween Parade will be held at 7 p.m. on Oct. 30 in Berwyn. Marchers will step off from the parking lot located at Bridge and First avenues, next to the Easttown Library. They will head down Bridge Avenue to the Berwyn Fire Station with a fire […]
Celebrate Day of the Dead at the Maguire Art Museum. On October 31st, guests can watch Chicana artist Marta Sanchez build our ofrenda in the Mexican Art Gallery. Stop by to make decorations and offerings for the ofrenda, and to trick-or-treat! On Family Day on Saturday, November 1st, make crafts […]
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 […]
Girls Exploring Tomorrow's Technology® (GETT) will celebrate 25 years of inspiring girls to pursue careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) with its annual free conference, connecting hundreds of girls with hands-on STEM experiences and industry role models. The Innovative Technology Action Group (ITAG), an initiative of the Chester […]
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 […]
