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Come to the Arden Theatre Company this spring to enjoy multiple showtimes of "The Hobbit," which will run from April 5- May 25, 2025. Please always check the show website for more information and details on showtimes and tickets. In this unexpected adventure filled with magic and mystery, Bilbo Baggins […]
An exceptional weekend of bonding for mothers and daughters is available at the Better Bond Retreat at The Inn at Swarthmore. This event is designed to strengthen the mother-daughter bond through shared experiences, meaningful conversations, and joyful activities. The weekend begins with a welcome dinner and dance party featuring DJ […]
Experience the Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia as they present Mozart’s Favorite Piano Concertos. In this program you'll hear Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 9 in E-flat major, K. 271 "Jeunehomme," Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 20 in D minor, K. 466, and Higdon's Soliloquy. Mozart composed most of his piano concertos to […]
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 […]
Join Styer's Peonies for a walk or drive through fragrant fields of beautiful, delicate peonies at their 7th Annual Festival of the Peony from May 17th - May 26th. A general admission ticket allows attendees to walk, drive, or do a combination of both to experience the beauty of Styer's […]
A long-standing Main Line tradition, the Radnor Hunt Races are a not-to-be-missed spring event featuring horse racing, elegant outfits, tailgates, a parade of antique carriages and the Radnor Hunt foxhounds, and plenty of family fun. The gates open at 9:00 am for this day of sporting fun which raises funds […]
Join the Please Touch Museum at Fairytale Fest for live theater performances, roaming princesses and fairies, themed workshops, and more. Dress up as your favorite fairytale character and join the museum for a day of unforgettable adventure. The special events kick off at 10:30 am with a Fairytale Fashion Show […]
Join Sensory FIT on May 17th for a Painting Party with Bluey. Kids will have the opportunity to paint a Bluey figurine, enjoy some snacks, and play with Bluey! Bring your grippy socks to play! If you don't have any, they sell them for $3 a pair!
Nor-View Farm's Strawberry Fest gets strawberry season started with a variety of delights for visitors of all ages. Guests can enjoy fresh local strawberries and produce, indulge in strawberry-themed treats, and browse offerings from local vendors, artisans, and food trucks. The festival features hands-on crafts and activities, a baking contest, […]
Join Newlin Grist Mill and we dig into history with archaeological excavations and learn more about the site through the evidence under your feet! The public is invited to participate (or just watch) as Newlin Grist Mill’s professional archaeologist, Keith Doms, and a dedicated corps of archaeology volunteers seek to […]
Explore historic cooking and foodways with demonstrations in the newly restored 1739 Trimble House Kitchen and the reconstructed Bake Oven behind the Miller's House. Participants will experiment with various ingredients, techniques, and historic recipes. Each program will have a different theme – this season, we’re exploring topics related to the […]
Head over to Stoneleigh: a Natural Garden for a special class using gel printing, a fun and easy printmaking technique that uses soft, flexible printing plates to create colorful, layered images. In this hands-on class, children will use natural materials like leaves, flowers, and other found textures to create one-of-a-kind […]
Excitement awaits at Conshohocken's PicklePalooza! Players of all skill levels are invited to this dynamic pickleball event for socializing and fun. The day will feature diverse game formats and point play opportunities, allowing participants to challenge themselves and friendly competitors alike. From beginners to experienced players, everyone will find their […]
In this introduction to painting "en plein air (meaning "in the open air")," children will use a pizza box as an easel to capture the beauty of the gardens at Wayne Art Center and create a unique painting ready to be framed! All supplies are included in the cost and […]
Come to the Arden Theatre Company this spring to enjoy multiple showtimes of "The Hobbit," which will run from April 5- May 25, 2025. Please always check the show website for more information and details on showtimes and tickets. In this unexpected adventure filled with magic and mystery, Bilbo Baggins […]
Join Elmwood Park Zoo’s AAPI Celebration on Saturday, May 17 from 12:00 – 3:00 pm. Special activities for this event include Origami and Enrichment Making from 12:00 – 2:00 pm across from the Red Panda Exhibit and a Red Panda Keeper Chat at 2:30 PM. Speciality Drinks will be available […]
Join West Chester's Porchfest, an open-air community celebration of summer's impending arrival. At this free, family-friendly event the public can experience local musicians performing on the porches of historic West Chester homes and educate themselves at booths providing information on local environmental initiatives. There will also be food trucks and […]
The annual Phoenixville Dogwood Festival takes place in Reeves Park from Wednesday, May 14 through Saturday, May 17. Bring the family for carnival rides for kids of all ages, midway games, food vendors, entertainment, and a beer garden. The highlight of the festival is the annual Dogwood Parade on Saturday, May […]
Come out to the King of Prussia Town Center for a lively and imaginative pop-up performance of The American Revolution—a 10-minute, family-friendly show that brings history to life with humor and physical theater! Experience a fast-paced, family-friendly retelling of America’s founding—from Lexington to Yorktown. Shows will take place on May […]
Susan G. Komen’s annual MORE THAN PINK Walk is a family-friendly event that brings the community together as a signal of hope for Philadelphians affected by breast cancer. Donations raised impact survivors and patients fighting metastatic breast cancer, providing them hope through research discoveries, patient support, and public policy in […]
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 […]
Join Styer's Peonies for a walk or drive through fragrant fields of beautiful, delicate peonies at their 7th Annual Festival of the Peony from May 17th - May 26th. A general admission ticket allows attendees to walk, drive, or do a combination of both to experience the beauty of Styer's […]
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 […]
For over 40 years, Linvilla Orchards has partnered with the Historical Car Club of Pennsylvania (HCCP) to host an antique car show, the Annual Spring Meet. Visitors are invited to step back in time and explore a field filled with historical charm and nostalgia. Car enthusiasts can admire more than […]
Bring the kids to the Barn Yard for a festive day of exercise and fun benefitting the Adalyn Rose Foundation. The morning will start with music and fun activities led by Skyhawk Sports before the first Run time starts at 9:30am (registration begins at 8:45 am)! All runners will be […]
Visit the Clover Market on Sunday May 18 from 10–4 pm in downtown Bryn Mawr, PA for the only Main Line Market of the season. This Market will feature 90+ carefully curated vendors (list on webpage) with a wide variety of handmade and vintage goods along with food trucks, live […]
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.
Come to the Arden Theatre Company this spring to enjoy multiple showtimes of "The Hobbit," which will run from April 5- May 25, 2025. Please always check the show website for more information and details on showtimes and tickets. In this unexpected adventure filled with magic and mystery, Bilbo Baggins […]
Make your visit to Linvilla Orchards even more memorable with pony rides and a mini petting zoo! On Sunday, May 18 from 12 to 4 pm (weather permitting), children can enjoy a pony ride for $12, while the petting zoo is only $5 cash or credit card and includes one […]
In this free library program, children will travel through the Magic Forest while listening to music by composers like Tchaikovsky, Mozart, Mendelssohn, and others. They will then have the opportunity to reenact parts of different characters and "break the spell" by solving musical riddles and make open-ended crafts inspired by […]
Experience the Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia as they present Mozart’s Favorite Piano Concertos. In this program you'll hear Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 9 in E-flat major, K. 271 "Jeunehomme," Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 20 in D minor, K. 466, and Higdon's Soliloquy. Mozart composed most of his piano concertos to […]
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 […]
Join Westtown School for their 6th-12th Grade Spring Preview on Monday, May 19. This is an excellent opportunity to meet and connect with faculty, students, and tour their 600-acre campus. Their Quaker Pre-K – 12 day and boarding school in West Chester offers students challenging academics in a supportive community […]
Treehouse World in West Chester offers preschool-aged children a unique opportunity to explore nature through imaginative play during their Spring Toddler Time sessions. Set in a beautiful outdoor environment, kids can discover treehouses, climbing structures, and nature trails that spark creativity and problem-solving skills. This experience helps children develop a […]
Join the Marshall Steam Museum at Auburn Heights for a day of hands-on learning! Best suited for homeschool families with children in grades 1 – 5, this interactive day brings history, engineering and nature to life. Admission for this special event is $25/participating child (grades 1 – 5) and includes […]
