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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  • Conshohocken Winter Market

    Conshohocken Winter Market

    Hotel West & Main 46 Fayette Street, Conshohocken, PA, United States

    Two big weekends kick off the holiday season in Conshy! The 2025 Conshohocken Winter Market will be held on December 5-7 and December 12-14 in the Plaza at SORA West adjacent to Hotel West & Main in downtown Conshohocken. The market will feature approximately 25 vendors each weekend, offering items […]

  • Happy Hanukkah – Menorah Making and More!

    The Candy Lab 22 East Lancaster Ave, Ardmore, PA, United States

    Join The Candy Lab Ardmore on Sunday, December 14th from 4-5pm to make four delightful Hanukkah-themed crafts, including a fanciful menorah! Just $20 per crafter (+ $1.20 sales tax)! Perfect for those ages 5-12.

  • The Great Chanukah Gelt Drop

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

    Chabad of Penn Wynne and the Penn Wynne Fire Company invite all to the Great Chanukah Gelt Drop. Join the community to light the Menorah, enjoy latkes and donuts, Chanukah crafts and more. With the help of local firefighters, catch Chocolate Chanukah coins that will parachute down from the top […]

  • Suburban Square Menorah Lighting

    Suburban Square Anderson & Coulter Avenue, Ardmore, PA

    Join Suburban Square and the local community to come together and celebrate the eight days of Hanukkah. This event will begin the Festival of Lights with the traditional lighting of the menorah on the Lawn starting at 5:00 pm. Enjoy hot apple cider, hot dogs, donuts and pretzels, plus other […]

  • Elmwood Park Zoo’s Wild Lights

    Elmwood Park Zoo’s Wild Lights

    Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PA

    Elmwood Park Zoo’s most dazzling holiday tradition is back—brighter than ever! Stroll through millions of twinkling lights, glowing animal displays, and sparkling tunnels that transform the zoo into a winter wonderland. Enjoy festive fun for the whole family with Santa’s Workshop, Cookies with Mrs. Claus, animal meet-and-greets, carousel rides, and […]

  • Lansdale Menorah Lighting

    Railroad Plaza 201 W. Main St., Lansdale, PA

    Light up the night with Lansdale community members at the Menorah Lighting! Join an evening of celebration, community, and the beautiful glow of Hanukkah. All are invited to join in the Annual Hanukkah Menorah Lighting at Railroad Plaza on December 14th at 6 pm. This celebration is for all ages […]

  • Elmwood Park Zoo’s Wild Lights

    Elmwood Park Zoo’s Wild Lights

    Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PA

    Elmwood Park Zoo’s most dazzling holiday tradition is back—brighter than ever! Stroll through millions of twinkling lights, glowing animal displays, and sparkling tunnels that transform the zoo into a winter wonderland. Enjoy festive fun for the whole family with Santa’s Workshop, Cookies with Mrs. Claus, animal meet-and-greets, carousel rides, and […]

  • Gems at the J: Hanukkah Brunch and Sing Along

    Kaiserman Jewish Community Center 45 Haverford Road, Wynnewood, PA

    Join The Kaiserman Jewish Community Center for a Hanukkah and holiday-themed Sing Along with live music performed by The Singulars: Ron Schaumburg, Rusty Forman, Bob Tinsman & Paul Mamolou. Lyric book will be provided. This event includes Kosher Hanukkah treats and live entertainment. Please register here.

  • Tropic-Anukkah at Har Zion Temple

    Har Zion Temple 1500 Hagys Ford Rd., Penn Valley, PA

    Transport yourself to a tropical Hanukkah celebration with Har Zion Temple. Enjoy island-themed fun for the whole family with games, activities, and a festive sing-along with Cantor Herman, plus delicious latkes, sufganiyot, and specialty drinks. 

  • Elmwood Park Zoo’s Wild Lights

    Elmwood Park Zoo’s Wild Lights

    Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PA

    Elmwood Park Zoo’s most dazzling holiday tradition is back—brighter than ever! Stroll through millions of twinkling lights, glowing animal displays, and sparkling tunnels that transform the zoo into a winter wonderland. Enjoy festive fun for the whole family with Santa’s Workshop, Cookies with Mrs. Claus, animal meet-and-greets, carousel rides, and […]

  • Elmwood Park Zoo’s Wild Lights

    Elmwood Park Zoo’s Wild Lights

    Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PA

    Elmwood Park Zoo’s most dazzling holiday tradition is back—brighter than ever! Stroll through millions of twinkling lights, glowing animal displays, and sparkling tunnels that transform the zoo into a winter wonderland. Enjoy festive fun for the whole family with Santa’s Workshop, Cookies with Mrs. Claus, animal meet-and-greets, carousel rides, and […]

  • Elmwood Park Zoo’s Wild Lights

    Elmwood Park Zoo’s Wild Lights

    Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PA

    Elmwood Park Zoo’s most dazzling holiday tradition is back—brighter than ever! Stroll through millions of twinkling lights, glowing animal displays, and sparkling tunnels that transform the zoo into a winter wonderland. Enjoy festive fun for the whole family with Santa’s Workshop, Cookies with Mrs. Claus, animal meet-and-greets, carousel rides, and […]

  • Elmwood Park Zoo’s Wild Lights

    Elmwood Park Zoo’s Wild Lights

    Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PA

    Elmwood Park Zoo’s most dazzling holiday tradition is back—brighter than ever! Stroll through millions of twinkling lights, glowing animal displays, and sparkling tunnels that transform the zoo into a winter wonderland. Enjoy festive fun for the whole family with Santa’s Workshop, Cookies with Mrs. Claus, animal meet-and-greets, carousel rides, and […]

  • Elmwood Park Zoo’s Wild Lights

    Elmwood Park Zoo’s Wild Lights

    Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PA

    Elmwood Park Zoo’s most dazzling holiday tradition is back—brighter than ever! Stroll through millions of twinkling lights, glowing animal displays, and sparkling tunnels that transform the zoo into a winter wonderland. Enjoy festive fun for the whole family with Santa’s Workshop, Cookies with Mrs. Claus, animal meet-and-greets, carousel rides, and […]

  • Cirque du Chanukah at the Kaiserman JCC

    Kaiserman Jewish Community Center 45 Haverford Road, Wynnewood, PA

    Enjoy a special Cirque du Chanukah show at the Kaiserman Jewish Community Center with Chanukah music, acrobats, high-flying aerial and acrobatic acts, trampoline, juggling, comedy and more. A kosher dinner of of latkes, chilli, and sufganiyot, will accompany the show and is included in the ticket price. Do not miss […]

  • An American Celtic Christmas at Keswick Theatre

    Keswick Theatre 291 N Keswick Ave, Glenside, PA, United States

    Philadelphia's own Celtic Rock band, JAMISON, presents An American Celtic Christmas. Now in its 15th year, this lively holiday tradition blends Irish melodies, festive tunes, and high-energy performances with world-class Irish dancers, creating a show that will fill you with the spirit of the season! Featuring special guest performances by […]

  • Bryn Mawr Chanukah Festival

    The Bryn Mawr Gazebo 9 S. Bryn Mawr Avenue, Bryn Mawr, PA

    Join The Chabad House for the Bryn Mawr Chanukah Festival—a celebration the whole family will love! Enjoy music from live DJ Rak-Dan Entertainment, traditional latkes and sweet donuts, fun crafts and face painting, bounce house inflatables, the spectacular giant menorah lighting, and an exciting Chanukah gelt drop! Listen to greetings […]

  • Elmwood Park Zoo’s Wild Lights

    Elmwood Park Zoo’s Wild Lights

    Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PA

    Elmwood Park Zoo’s most dazzling holiday tradition is back—brighter than ever! Stroll through millions of twinkling lights, glowing animal displays, and sparkling tunnels that transform the zoo into a winter wonderland. Enjoy festive fun for the whole family with Santa’s Workshop, Cookies with Mrs. Claus, animal meet-and-greets, carousel rides, and […]

  • Elmwood Park Zoo’s Wild Lights

    Elmwood Park Zoo’s Wild Lights

    Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PA

    Elmwood Park Zoo’s most dazzling holiday tradition is back—brighter than ever! Stroll through millions of twinkling lights, glowing animal displays, and sparkling tunnels that transform the zoo into a winter wonderland. Enjoy festive fun for the whole family with Santa’s Workshop, Cookies with Mrs. Claus, animal meet-and-greets, carousel rides, and […]

  • Elmwood Park Zoo’s Wild Lights

    Elmwood Park Zoo’s Wild Lights

    Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PA

    Elmwood Park Zoo’s most dazzling holiday tradition is back—brighter than ever! Stroll through millions of twinkling lights, glowing animal displays, and sparkling tunnels that transform the zoo into a winter wonderland. Enjoy festive fun for the whole family with Santa’s Workshop, Cookies with Mrs. Claus, animal meet-and-greets, carousel rides, and […]

  • Elmwood Park Zoo’s Wild Lights

    Elmwood Park Zoo’s Wild Lights

    Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PA

    Elmwood Park Zoo’s most dazzling holiday tradition is back—brighter than ever! Stroll through millions of twinkling lights, glowing animal displays, and sparkling tunnels that transform the zoo into a winter wonderland. Enjoy festive fun for the whole family with Santa’s Workshop, Cookies with Mrs. Claus, animal meet-and-greets, carousel rides, and […]

  • Elmwood Park Zoo’s Wild Lights

    Elmwood Park Zoo’s Wild Lights

    Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PA

    Elmwood Park Zoo’s most dazzling holiday tradition is back—brighter than ever! Stroll through millions of twinkling lights, glowing animal displays, and sparkling tunnels that transform the zoo into a winter wonderland. Enjoy festive fun for the whole family with Santa’s Workshop, Cookies with Mrs. Claus, animal meet-and-greets, carousel rides, and […]

  • Elmwood Park Zoo’s Wild Lights

    Elmwood Park Zoo’s Wild Lights

    Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PA

    Elmwood Park Zoo’s most dazzling holiday tradition is back—brighter than ever! Stroll through millions of twinkling lights, glowing animal displays, and sparkling tunnels that transform the zoo into a winter wonderland. Enjoy festive fun for the whole family with Santa’s Workshop, Cookies with Mrs. Claus, animal meet-and-greets, carousel rides, and […]

  • Winter Break Mini Art Camp: Pastels

    Exton Mall - Arts and Athletics Club 260 Exton Square Mall, 2nd floor, Exton, PA

    Winter Break is here and so are Young Rembrandts' fun, creative drawing minicamps! No experience needed. All skill levels welcome. On Monday, explore the work of Picasso and Cezanne and create our own masterpieces with pastels. Register here. For children ages 4-12. $75/participant.

  • Elmwood Park Zoo’s Wild Lights

    Elmwood Park Zoo’s Wild Lights

    Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PA

    Elmwood Park Zoo’s most dazzling holiday tradition is back—brighter than ever! Stroll through millions of twinkling lights, glowing animal displays, and sparkling tunnels that transform the zoo into a winter wonderland. Enjoy festive fun for the whole family with Santa’s Workshop, Cookies with Mrs. Claus, animal meet-and-greets, carousel rides, and […]

  • Elmwood Park Zoo’s Wild Lights

    Elmwood Park Zoo’s Wild Lights

    Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PA

    Elmwood Park Zoo’s most dazzling holiday tradition is back—brighter than ever! Stroll through millions of twinkling lights, glowing animal displays, and sparkling tunnels that transform the zoo into a winter wonderland. Enjoy festive fun for the whole family with Santa’s Workshop, Cookies with Mrs. Claus, animal meet-and-greets, carousel rides, and […]

  • Kids First Swim School Noon Year’s Eve Party

    Kids First Swim School 2905 Dekalb Pike, East Norriton, PA

    Ring in the New Year a little early at Kids First Swim School's Noon Years Eve Party! Enjoy swimming, sparkling cider, fun, and a special countdown right at noon! This event is perfect for kids, safe, supervised, and full of excitement. Spots fill fast — sign up today by calling […]

  • Southern Cross Kitchen Kiddies’ New Years Eve Party

    Southern Cross Kitchen 8 E. 1st Ave., Conshohocken, PA

    Join Conshy's Southern Cross Kitchen at their annual kid-friendly New Years Eve party! There will be: Face painting Live music w/ singalongs Balloons & decorations Giveaways & fun! Don't miss the “Ball Drop” at 6 pm with a Kiddies sparkling cider toast & champagne toast for the adults. This event […]

  • Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia Saturday Evenings at Bryn Mawr College

    Goodhart Hall Bryn Mawr College, 150 N Merion Avenue, Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania

    Join the Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia for a series of Saturday performances at Goodhart Hall on the Bryn Mawr College campus. Their 25/26 Season will highlight classical gems from Mendelssohn, Mozart, and Stravinsky. On Saturday, October 11th at 7:30 pm, enjoy a Mendelssohn Piano Concerto. Fullana Plays Mozart will take […]

  • Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia Saturday Evenings at Bryn Mawr College

    Goodhart Hall Bryn Mawr College, 150 N Merion Avenue, Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania

    Join the Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia for a series of Saturday performances at Goodhart Hall on the Bryn Mawr College campus. Their 25/26 Season will highlight classical gems from Mendelssohn, Mozart, and Stravinsky. On Saturday, October 11th at 7:30 pm, enjoy a Mendelssohn Piano Concerto. Fullana Plays Mozart will take […]