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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Zach Berman Discusses the Philadelphia Eagles: A Curated History of the Birds

Bala Cynwyd Library 131 Old Lancaster Road, Bala Cynwyd, PA, United States

Author and veteran Eagles journalist Zach Berman will discuss his latest book The Franchise: Philadelphia Eagles: A Curated History of the Eagles, a collection of engaging essays exploring of where the organization has been, how it came to prominence in the modern NFL landscape, and how the Eagles will continue […]

Free

John’s Ride for the Y – Spring Valley YMCA

Spring Valley YMCA 19 W. Linfield-Trappe Road, Royersford, PA, United States

John Curcio, a New Hanover resident and longtime member of the Spring Valley YMCA in Royersford — a branch of the Greater Philadelphia YMCA — is calling on his community to join him as he (for the final time) arm bikes 100 miles to raise funds for the Y’s Annual […]

Free

Voyage to the Deep – Underwater Adventures at Please Touch Museum

Please Touch Museum Memorial Hall, 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA

Dive into an underwater adventure at Voyage to the Deep – Underwater Adventures! Running Feb. 1–May 10 at Philadelphia’s Please Touch Museum, this hands-on exhibit brings the exciting world of submarines and sea exploration to life, inspired by the classic story 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea by Jules Verne. At VOYAGE TO […]

First Wednesday at Please Touch Museum

Please Touch Museum Memorial Hall, 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA

Visit Please Touch Museum for First Wednesday for special programming and discounted $2 admission from 4 to 7 p.m.

Indoor Mini Golf

Indoor Mini Golf

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

Tee up of Linvilla Orchards "Fore! The Planet" mini golf, open every day until April 6th. This highly interactive and playful museum exhibit was created by the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia. Eighteen unique educational holes explore butterfly metamorphosis, a tropical rain forest, evolution, dinosaur extinction, food chains, and […]

Body Worlds: Vital

Body Worlds: Vital

Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Franklin Institute presents the next chapter in the worldwide phenomenon with BODY WORLDS: Vital. This captivating exhibition features real human specimens, including whole-body plastinates that reveal the body's complexity, resilience, and vulnerability through a fascinating journey of discovery under the surface of the skin. It will also showcase the remarkable capability […]

Winter Wonder at Longwood Gardens

Winter Wonder at Longwood Gardens

Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, PA

Feel the Warmth this Winter at Longwood! There’s no better place to chase away winter than in Longwood Gardens' stunning glasshouses. Make it a day for the whole family and bask in the beauty of their new West Conservatory as this architectural showstopper begins its peak flowering season. Stroll their […]

PHS Philadelphia Flower Show

PHS Philadelphia Flower Show + Kids Cocoon

Pennsylvania Convention Center 1101 Arch St., Philadelphia, PA

The Philadelphia Flower Show offers a complete family experience that goes beyond traditional flower displays. While the show features impressive large-scale floral installations and landscapes created by world-renowned designers, it's the interactive elements that make it especially appealing for families. This year, The Franklin Institute and the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society […]

Budding Naturalists – Late Spring Session starts March 19th!

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

Register now for Late Spring session starting March 19! Riverbend believes in the joy that comes from time spent outdoors. Budding Naturalists, Riverbend's Caregiver and Me Program, seeks to foster a connection with nature for young learners, ages 2–5 years old. Join Riverbend educators for a preschool-friendly nature-based program that […]

$120
KOP Restaurant Week

KOP Restaurant Week

King of Prussia District King of Prussia, PA, United States

Mark your calendars for KOP Restaurant Week, March 3–14, 2025 when you can dine out and shop for a cause! Indulge in exclusive prix-fixe lunch and dinner menus, with a portion of the proceeds supporting Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s (CHOP) King of Prussia Campus. Short on time? KOP’s fast-casual spots […]

Girls Day Workshop with Shofuso House at Please Touch Museum

Please Touch Museum Memorial Hall, 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA

Join the Japan America Society of Greater Philadelphia as they celebrate Hina-matsuri or Girls’ Day at Please Touch Museum! Learn about the traditional decorations for this holiday and enjoy a special kimono demonstration, where select volunteers will have the chance to be dressed in kimono. It's also the First Wednesday […]

Teen Dungeons & Dragons Club

Teen Dungeons & Dragons Club

Ardmore Library 108 Ardmore Avenue, Ardmore, PA

Ardmore Library has a few spots open in their next D&D Campaign! The Dungeons & Dragons group, for ages 13 and up, runs from 5:00-6:30 pm every Wednesday. Please contact the library to sign up. No experience is necessary. Ages 13 & up. Registration required. In person, with DnDBeyond and Discord.

Voyage to the Deep – Underwater Adventures at Please Touch Museum

Please Touch Museum Memorial Hall, 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA

Dive into an underwater adventure at Voyage to the Deep – Underwater Adventures! Running Feb. 1–May 10 at Philadelphia’s Please Touch Museum, this hands-on exhibit brings the exciting world of submarines and sea exploration to life, inspired by the classic story 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea by Jules Verne. At VOYAGE TO […]

Indoor Mini Golf

Indoor Mini Golf

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

Tee up of Linvilla Orchards "Fore! The Planet" mini golf, open every day until April 6th. This highly interactive and playful museum exhibit was created by the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia. Eighteen unique educational holes explore butterfly metamorphosis, a tropical rain forest, evolution, dinosaur extinction, food chains, and […]

Body Worlds: Vital

Body Worlds: Vital

Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Franklin Institute presents the next chapter in the worldwide phenomenon with BODY WORLDS: Vital. This captivating exhibition features real human specimens, including whole-body plastinates that reveal the body's complexity, resilience, and vulnerability through a fascinating journey of discovery under the surface of the skin. It will also showcase the remarkable capability […]

Winter Wonder at Longwood Gardens

Winter Wonder at Longwood Gardens

Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, PA

Feel the Warmth this Winter at Longwood! There’s no better place to chase away winter than in Longwood Gardens' stunning glasshouses. Make it a day for the whole family and bask in the beauty of their new West Conservatory as this architectural showstopper begins its peak flowering season. Stroll their […]

LEGOLAND Build the Thrill Event

LEGOLAND Build the Thrill Event

LEGOLAND Discovery Center Plymouth Meeting Mall, 500 W. Germantown Pike, Plymouth Meeting, PA, United States

Get ready to race at the LEGO® F1®-themed "Build the Thrill Event" happening at LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia from March 6–April 27. You'll get hands-on fun with LEGO® bricks to create a minifigure driver and build an ultimate race car, before putting them through their paces. Head to the pit […]

PHS Philadelphia Flower Show

PHS Philadelphia Flower Show + Kids Cocoon

Pennsylvania Convention Center 1101 Arch St., Philadelphia, PA

The Philadelphia Flower Show offers a complete family experience that goes beyond traditional flower displays. While the show features impressive large-scale floral installations and landscapes created by world-renowned designers, it's the interactive elements that make it especially appealing for families. This year, The Franklin Institute and the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society […]

KOP Restaurant Week

KOP Restaurant Week

King of Prussia District King of Prussia, PA, United States

Mark your calendars for KOP Restaurant Week, March 3–14, 2025 when you can dine out and shop for a cause! Indulge in exclusive prix-fixe lunch and dinner menus, with a portion of the proceeds supporting Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s (CHOP) King of Prussia Campus. Short on time? KOP’s fast-casual spots […]

Meet Author & Illustrator David Shannon at Children’s Book World

Children's Book World 17 Haverford Station Road, Haverford, Pennsylvania

Join Children's Book World in Haverford for a fun time with David Shannon. The beloved author and illustrator of the "No, David!" series of children's books, Shannon returns to Children's Book World with his newest book, "That's Not Funny, David!" "No, David!" hit the ground running in 1998 and was […]

Inclusivity Night at Game on State

Inclusivity Night at Game on State

Game on State 31 W State Street, Meida, PA, United States

Join Game on State on Thursday nights from 6 pm–7 pm for fun, welcoming event for the neurodiverse community. Each week features different activities, including games, karaoke, and more! Advance online tickets: $10 Onsite tickets: $15

Philadelphia Ballet | Swan Lake

Academy of Music 240 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Multiple showtimes on certain days March 6–16. Choreographed by The Ruth and A. Morris Williams, Jr. Artistic Director Angel Corella, after Marius Petipa, Swan Lake makes its return to the Academy of Music stage. Swan Lake tells the tale of Prince Siegfried, the shapeshifting Odette, and the spellbinding sorcerer who shackles their forbidden romance. Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s tranquil […]

Cradles to Crayons Event: Women Make a Difference

The Giving Factory 4700 Wissahickon Avenue, Suite 142, Philadelphia, PA

Celebrate Women's History Month with Cradles to Crayons at an inspiring morning of community, connection, and service. Start your day with networking and breakfast alongside remarkable women leaders from our region. Then enjoy  the presentations of two distinguished speakers: Dr. Meg Kawan, pediatrician and Bright Beginnings Program Lead at Children's […]

Voyage to the Deep – Underwater Adventures at Please Touch Museum

Please Touch Museum Memorial Hall, 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA

Dive into an underwater adventure at Voyage to the Deep – Underwater Adventures! Running Feb. 1–May 10 at Philadelphia’s Please Touch Museum, this hands-on exhibit brings the exciting world of submarines and sea exploration to life, inspired by the classic story 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea by Jules Verne. At VOYAGE TO […]

Indoor Mini Golf

Indoor Mini Golf

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

Tee up of Linvilla Orchards "Fore! The Planet" mini golf, open every day until April 6th. This highly interactive and playful museum exhibit was created by the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia. Eighteen unique educational holes explore butterfly metamorphosis, a tropical rain forest, evolution, dinosaur extinction, food chains, and […]

Body Worlds: Vital

Body Worlds: Vital

Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Franklin Institute presents the next chapter in the worldwide phenomenon with BODY WORLDS: Vital. This captivating exhibition features real human specimens, including whole-body plastinates that reveal the body's complexity, resilience, and vulnerability through a fascinating journey of discovery under the surface of the skin. It will also showcase the remarkable capability […]

Winter Wonder at Longwood Gardens

Winter Wonder at Longwood Gardens

Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, PA

Feel the Warmth this Winter at Longwood! There’s no better place to chase away winter than in Longwood Gardens' stunning glasshouses. Make it a day for the whole family and bask in the beauty of their new West Conservatory as this architectural showstopper begins its peak flowering season. Stroll their […]

Grand Opening! Rowan Suburban Square

Rowan Suburban Square 85 Coulter Avenue, Ardmore, PA, United States

Rowan is all about ears. They offer a fun, celebratory and safe piercing experience for everyone. All of their piercings are done by licensed nurses and all our products are hypoallergenic. When they say “Piercing for All”, they mean it. Everybody is invited to this ear party. Join them on […]

FREE
LEGOLAND Build the Thrill Event

LEGOLAND Build the Thrill Event

LEGOLAND Discovery Center Plymouth Meeting Mall, 500 W. Germantown Pike, Plymouth Meeting, PA, United States

Get ready to race at the LEGO® F1®-themed "Build the Thrill Event" happening at LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia from March 6–April 27. You'll get hands-on fun with LEGO® bricks to create a minifigure driver and build an ultimate race car, before putting them through their paces. Head to the pit […]

PHS Philadelphia Flower Show

PHS Philadelphia Flower Show + Kids Cocoon

Pennsylvania Convention Center 1101 Arch St., Philadelphia, PA

The Philadelphia Flower Show offers a complete family experience that goes beyond traditional flower displays. While the show features impressive large-scale floral installations and landscapes created by world-renowned designers, it's the interactive elements that make it especially appealing for families. This year, The Franklin Institute and the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society […]

Little Dragons Playgroup Featuring PlayIn Time Productions

Holy Child Academy 475 Shadeland Avenue, Drexel Hill, PA, United States

You're invited to join the Little Dragons Playgroup at Holy Child Academy in Drexel Hill. On March 7th, they welcome PlayIn Time Music Class with Miss Virginia. This free storytime, activity, and open-ended play is for children ages 0 through 4 and their caregivers. Little Dragons Playgroup is held from […]

Free

Family Art & Story Hour

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

Join the Frances M. Maguire Art Museum at 10:30 AM on Friday, March 7 in the galleries for art, music, and storytelling! This month, they’ll read Planting a Rainbow and look closely at artworks in bloom. They you can plant your own rainbow by painting a flower pot and planting […]

Free
KOP Restaurant Week

KOP Restaurant Week

King of Prussia District King of Prussia, PA, United States

Mark your calendars for KOP Restaurant Week, March 3–14, 2025 when you can dine out and shop for a cause! Indulge in exclusive prix-fixe lunch and dinner menus, with a portion of the proceeds supporting Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s (CHOP) King of Prussia Campus. Short on time? KOP’s fast-casual spots […]

BYOB & Pizza Night at Lulu’s Casita

BYOB & Pizza Night at Lulu’s Casita

Lulu's Casita Ardmore 6 Cricket Avenue, Ardmore, PA, United States

Lulu's is open until 7 pm for more fun, with BYOB and pizza starting at 4 pm. You can now place your pizza order ahead of time; give them a call to let them know what you want and they'll have your pizza waiting for you. Or pack your own […]

Philadelphia Ballet | Swan Lake

Academy of Music 240 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Multiple showtimes on certain days March 6–16. Choreographed by The Ruth and A. Morris Williams, Jr. Artistic Director Angel Corella, after Marius Petipa, Swan Lake makes its return to the Academy of Music stage. Swan Lake tells the tale of Prince Siegfried, the shapeshifting Odette, and the spellbinding sorcerer who shackles their forbidden romance. Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s tranquil […]