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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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 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 […]
Come celebrate the community at East Whiteland Community Day at Valley Stream Park! There will be free entry and FUN for everyone, including: Beer from Locust Lane Craft Brewery Wine from Evansburg Vineyards Food from WOW Wagon, Tacos El Poblanito, and T&N Homemade Kitchen Live music by Bryan Parr and […]
Drop by the Scott Arboretum & Gardens for a day of outdoor adventure and creativity! Children ages 3 – 12 can enjoy a nature-themed craft and go on a scavenger hunt throughout the gardens. Bring a picnic and enjoy spending the day outside! This is a free, drop-in program and no […]
Are you interested in understanding how cryptocurrency fits into your financial future? You’re not alone – and now is a great time to learn. Join Prospire Financial for the “Cryptocurrencies 101” Financial Wellness Workshop to break down the basics of cryptocurrency and how to diversify your portfolio with this growing […]
Join the Maguire Art Museum for a creative day of art, music, and storytelling in the galleries! This month, they will be reading "Lines That Wiggle" and making rainbow line paintings. Explore the museum’s collection with Ms. Jane and her wiggly friend, Larry the Line, and learn all about line—one […]
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 […]
Enjoy a free day of fitness, food, and fun celebrating 9 Years Strong! Enjoy health screenings and wellness info from Main Line Health, explore our state-of-the-art facility, try Group Fitness and Pilates Reformer demos, get a complimentary InBody assessment, and let the kids join in on special classes and activities. […]
Natural Lands’ Next Gen Council invites families to meet up for a few hours of fun and exploration. All activities are free, but registration is requested. Activities at the pavilion: Make crafts to take home. Enjoy lounging, lawn games, and outdoor fun. Small snacks will be available for CASH-ONLY purchase. Pints for […]
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 ALS United Walk this fall at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia—a local effort to honor those impacted by ALS and accelerate progress toward a cure. The event welcomes individuals and teams at no registration cost, offering a meaningful way to walk together in solidarity, remembrance, and advocacy. For […]
Join a morning of community and generosity at Glen Eagle Square’s Veterans Memorial for the Glen Eagle SquareFood Drive benefiting Philabundance. Your donation of non-perishable food items will help support local families facing food insecurity. The Virtual Food Drive will launch the same day, giving shoppers and the wider community […]
Join the Upper Merion Library on the second Monday of each month at 6:00 pm for an evening of fun and games! Bring the whole family to enjoy a variety of board games—there will be plenty of games to choose from, and you’re welcome to bring your own favorites too. […]
Come bounce like it is still summer at Camp Kef’s Bounce House and Playground Meetup on National Camp T-Shirt Day! Families are invited to blow off some energy after school as you enjoy an afternoon filled with playground time, bounce house jumping, and snacks.
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 […]
Join the Easttown Library for a day filled with health and wellness activities. This is more than just another health fair. It’s an opportunity to discover that health is within reach, that wellness goes beyond pills, and that together we can empower people with real, practical solutions. At the Community […]
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 […]
Main Line Art Center is hosting its 3rd Annual Empty Bowls Fundraiser, an international grassroots effort among ceramic artists and art organizations to fight hunger in our communities! Buy a handmade bowl, join us for a shared meal, and learn more about how you can help alleviate hunger in your […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
Thanksgiving is not just about food, but about kindness, helping others, and gratitude. Join the Upper Merion Township Library to learn more about thankfulness and to do some fun projects to help others around the holidays in our community. This program is for grades K-4. Registration is required.
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 Speech and Language Center in West Chester for this opportunity to build early exposure to the sounds and rhythms of Spanish in a structured, play-based story group facilitated by a licensed Spanish-speaking Speech-Language Pathologist. You do NOT need to know any Spanish to join!
Voted one of USA Today’s Top Places to See Santa Claus, more than 80,000 lights glow in West Chester this holiday season during Lights Up Holiday Weekends in West Chester. Enjoy free family fun including free photos with Santa in front of M&T Bank on the Square with their new […]
Dressed in Victorian attire, The West Chester Borough Balladeer Carolers will roam around downtown West Chester and perform throughout the holiday season! Enjoy the music while you do some local holiday shopping. Downtown West Chester Schedule: Friday, Nov. 28 – 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm (Black Friday) Saturday, Nov. 29 […]
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 […]
Voted one of USA Today’s Top Places to See Santa Claus, more than 80,000 lights glow in West Chester this holiday season during Lights Up Holiday Weekends in West Chester. Enjoy free family fun including free photos with Santa in front of M&T Bank on the Square with their new […]
Dressed in Victorian attire, The West Chester Borough Balladeer Carolers will roam around downtown West Chester and perform throughout the holiday season! Enjoy the music while you do some local holiday shopping. Downtown West Chester Schedule: Friday, Nov. 28 – 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm (Black Friday) Saturday, Nov. 29 […]
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 […]
Voted one of USA Today’s Top Places to See Santa Claus, more than 80,000 lights glow in West Chester this holiday season during Lights Up Holiday Weekends in West Chester. Enjoy free family fun including free photos with Santa in front of M&T Bank on the Square with their new […]
Bring the whole family for a joyful evening featuring a community sing-along, Santa’s arrival, warm cookies and hot cocoa, and the annual Trappe Tree Lighting celebration!
Voted one of USA Today’s Top Places to See Santa Claus, more than 80,000 lights glow in West Chester this holiday season during Lights Up Holiday Weekends in West Chester. Enjoy free family fun including free photos with Santa in front of M&T Bank on the Square with their new […]
Join the Maguire Art Museum for a creative day of art, music, and storytelling in the galleries! This month, join them for a reading of "Frederick" by Leo Lionni, exploring the Stained Glass Gallery, and making colorful winter paintings to keep warm through the cold months. Free and open to […]
