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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  • Pumpkinland

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

    Take a trip to Pumpkinland at Linvilla and find a plethora of fall attractions and activities. Open from mid-September through early November, Pumpkinland takes center stage at Linvilla Orchards. See piles of pumpkins in all colors, shapes and sizes — over 100 tons on display! Larger-than-life figures and scarecrows illustrate […]

  • Highland Orchards – Pick Your Own Apples

    Highland Orchards 1000 Marshallton Thorndale Road, West Chester, PA, United States

    It's apple season at Highland Orchards, so get picking, now through October. Open every day except Mondays. Fall Hours: Tuesday–Friday: 9 am–4 pm Saturday–Sunday: 9 am–3:30 pm *Hours may change due to weather or conditions. Follow them on FB or call for the most up-to-date info* See their Crop List […]

  • XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness

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

    Share, listen, connect, ask, and learn about feelings and emotions at XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness, at the Please Touch Museum from September 27, 2024–January 12, 2025. Through facial expressions, words, movement, art making and other hands-on activities, XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness provides children and caregivers the […]

  • Pumpkinland at Colonial Gardens

    Pumpkinland at Colonial Gardens

    Colonial Gardens 745 Schuylkill Road, Phoenixville, PA, United States

    Join Colonial Gardens for another year of fall family fun! Open everyday from September 21st through October 31st, enjoy play spaces, children's mazes, and hayrides, perfect for the whole family. Find tons of pumpkins, unique gourds, thousands of mums, and Halloween gifts. 2024 Dates:Everyday from September 21st to October 31st […]

  • Brick or Treat: Monster Party

    Brick or Treat: Monster Party

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

    Philadelphia's top family Halloween event is here! Daily from September 28th - October 31st, families can get into the Halloween spirit as LEGO® Monsters take over LEGOLAND Discovery Center Philadelphia and throw a Monster Party you don't want to miss!  Brick-or Treat Activities: New for 2024! Brew up fun at […]

  • Fall 2024 Children’s Read Aloud Program

    Brandywine Museum of Art 1 Hoffmans Mill Road, Chadds Ford, PA, United States

    Young children and their grown-ups hear a story, interact with art in the Museum and make their own creative works in this popular program. This program will be held at the Brandywine Museum of Art. Fall Read-Aloud Schedule October 10: “Don’t Feed the Coos!” by Jonathan Stutzman October 17: “Grandma […]

  • Witches Night Out

    Willow Grove Park Mall 2500 Moreland Road, Willow Grove, PA, United States

    Visit the Willow Grove Park mall for a “Wicked Good Time"! Grab your friends and join them for a spooky shopping night out. Attendees will enjoy the following activities: Meet the Sanderson Sisters! Hocus Pocus Trivia Live Music “I Smell Children” Activity Station Wine samples from Cyrenity Sips Tarot Card Readings

  • Date Night for Kids at The Candy Lab

    Date Night for Kids at The Candy Lab

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

    Parents! Enjoy each other’s  company WITHOUT your children for TWO SOLID HOURS! The Candy Lab will be holding date night on the following days: Ardmore, Thursdays:  10/24/24, 11/21/24 and 12/19/24 Each date night is from 6–8 pm.  Perfect for kids age 5–12. Cost $40 per crafter which includes pizza, water […]

  • Pumpkinland

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

    Take a trip to Pumpkinland at Linvilla and find a plethora of fall attractions and activities. Open from mid-September through early November, Pumpkinland takes center stage at Linvilla Orchards. See piles of pumpkins in all colors, shapes and sizes — over 100 tons on display! Larger-than-life figures and scarecrows illustrate […]

  • AIM Academy – Virtual Information Session

    Online

    Discover innovative teaching and fearless learning by attending a virtual information session at Pennsylvania's largest college-prep school for bright children with language-based learning differences. Once you've learned more about AIM, you will be invited to join us for a Tuesday Tour to experience AIM in action. Upcoming Virtual Information Sessions […]

  • Highland Orchards – Pick Your Own Apples

    Highland Orchards 1000 Marshallton Thorndale Road, West Chester, PA, United States

    It's apple season at Highland Orchards, so get picking, now through October. Open every day except Mondays. Fall Hours: Tuesday–Friday: 9 am–4 pm Saturday–Sunday: 9 am–3:30 pm *Hours may change due to weather or conditions. Follow them on FB or call for the most up-to-date info* See their Crop List […]

  • XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness

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

    Share, listen, connect, ask, and learn about feelings and emotions at XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness, at the Please Touch Museum from September 27, 2024–January 12, 2025. Through facial expressions, words, movement, art making and other hands-on activities, XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness provides children and caregivers the […]

  • Skippack Village Scarecrows Abound

    Skippack Village Scarecrows Abound

    Skippack Village Rte. 73 Skippack Pike, Skippack, PA, United States

    Get ready to experience Skippack like never before! This fall, over 30 of their charming shops will showcase their creativity with one-of-a-kind scarecrows, each with its own unique twist. As you stroll through the village, you'll discover these delightful and whimsical creations, bringing the spirit of autumn to life. The […]

  • Pumpkinland at Colonial Gardens

    Pumpkinland at Colonial Gardens

    Colonial Gardens 745 Schuylkill Road, Phoenixville, PA, United States

    Join Colonial Gardens for another year of fall family fun! Open everyday from September 21st through October 31st, enjoy play spaces, children's mazes, and hayrides, perfect for the whole family. Find tons of pumpkins, unique gourds, thousands of mums, and Halloween gifts. 2024 Dates:Everyday from September 21st to October 31st […]

  • Brick or Treat: Monster Party

    Brick or Treat: Monster Party

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

    Philadelphia's top family Halloween event is here! Daily from September 28th - October 31st, families can get into the Halloween spirit as LEGO® Monsters take over LEGOLAND Discovery Center Philadelphia and throw a Monster Party you don't want to miss!  Brick-or Treat Activities: New for 2024! Brew up fun at […]

  • Boo Bash with Lolly Hopwood

    Plymouth Meeting Mall 500 W Germantown Pike, Plymouth Meeting, PA, United States

    Our spectacular Boo Bash is back this year with our beloved Lolly Hopwood. Enjoy music, treats, face painting, balloon twisting, and more! Where: Fountain Court About Lolly Hopwood: Based in Bucks County, PA, Lolly has been performing music for children since 2000. She started off with musical story times at […]

  • Smith Memorial Playground’s Barely Scary Halloween Bash

    Smith Memorial Playground and Playhouse 3500 Reservoir Drive East Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join Smith Memorial Playground for the annual Barely Scary Halloween Bash on Friday, October 25th, from 4 pm to 6:30 pm, in partnership with The Pincus Family Foundation, in memory of David Pincus. This event offers a delightful, not-so-scary Halloween experience, perfect for all ages! Highlights include: Costume Fun: Dress up […]

  • The Count’s Halloween Spooktacular

    Sesame Place 100 Sesame Road, Langhorne, PA

    Come in costume (or come as you are) and celebrate silly, not-too-spooky fun at The Count’s Halloween Spooktacular at Sesame Place! The park will be transformed into a family-friendly Halloween haven and guests can enjoy trick-or-treating in Big Bird’s Beach, Halloween-themed shows, the Sesame Street Halloween Parade, dance parties, our […]

  • Halloween Trunk-or-Treat at the Haverford YMCA!

    Haverford YMCA 891 N Eagle Road, Havertown, PA

    Bring the whole family to our Halloween event! We encourage families to wear costumes for our Trunk-or-Treat celebration which features candy, games, and more! This event is open to the community and registration is not required. If you're interested in volunteering at this event or decorating your car for Trunk-or-Treat, […]

  • Kids Open Gym Night

    Lower Merion High School 315 E Montgomery Avenue, Ardmore, PA, United States

    Calling all parents and guardians in need of a relaxing night (or those in need of childcare so they may attend a Halloween Bash)! Drop your kids off on Friday, October 25th at LMHS's Bryant Gymnasium for Kids Open Gym Night from 6–9 pm! Open to Kindergarten through 6th grade […]

  • Bears Big Screen Free Movie: Paddington

    Norwood-Fontbonne Academy 8891 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    All are invited to attend a free movie night to be held at the Norwood baseball field at Norwood-Fontbonne Academy on Germantown Avenue in Philadelphia. Event is free, but please register to attend.

  • Pumpkinland

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

    Take a trip to Pumpkinland at Linvilla and find a plethora of fall attractions and activities. Open from mid-September through early November, Pumpkinland takes center stage at Linvilla Orchards. See piles of pumpkins in all colors, shapes and sizes — over 100 tons on display! Larger-than-life figures and scarecrows illustrate […]

  • Fall Bird Walk

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

    In collaboration with Bird Town, PA, Riverbend invites you to their Fall Bird Walk. New for the Fall of 2024: they are offering separate start times for adults and families. Adult Bird Walk (12 and up): 9–10:30am Family Bird Walk Led by Suzanne Safran: 10:30–11:30 am Walk with birder and […]

  • XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness

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

    Share, listen, connect, ask, and learn about feelings and emotions at XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness, at the Please Touch Museum from September 27, 2024–January 12, 2025. Through facial expressions, words, movement, art making and other hands-on activities, XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness provides children and caregivers the […]

  • Skippack Village Scarecrows Abound

    Skippack Village Scarecrows Abound

    Skippack Village Rte. 73 Skippack Pike, Skippack, PA, United States

    Get ready to experience Skippack like never before! This fall, over 30 of their charming shops will showcase their creativity with one-of-a-kind scarecrows, each with its own unique twist. As you stroll through the village, you'll discover these delightful and whimsical creations, bringing the spirit of autumn to life. The […]

  • Highland Orchards Fall Fest Weekends

    Highland Orchards 1000 Marshallton Thorndale Road, West Chester, PA, United States

    Fall Fest Weekends at Highland Orchards are fun for the whole family! Enjoy pumpkin and apple picking, apple cannon, hayrides, face painting, farm market treats and more! Open Saturdays and Sundays in the fall from 9 am–5 pm. Highlights of Fall Festival Weekends: Pumpkin patch picking Apple picking Hayrides Open […]

  • Saturday Morning Kids Craft

    Nightingale Materials 118 N High Street, West Chester, PA, United States

    Bring your kiddos to Nightingale Materials every Saturday morning between 10 am–1 pm and let them explore their creative side! No sign up needed, just walk-in! Cost is $10 per child.

  • The Episcopal Academy – Lower School Open House

    Episcopal Academy 1785 Bishop White Drive, Newtown Square, PA, United States

    You are invited to the The Episcopal Academy Lower School Open House on Saturday, Oct. 26. 10–11:30 a.m. (preK–2nd grade) 1–2:30 p.m. (3rd–5th grades) Families are invited to visit their classrooms, get to know their teachers, and play on their brand new playground. Register here.

  • Pumpkinland at Colonial Gardens

    Pumpkinland at Colonial Gardens

    Colonial Gardens 745 Schuylkill Road, Phoenixville, PA, United States

    Join Colonial Gardens for another year of fall family fun! Open everyday from September 21st through October 31st, enjoy play spaces, children's mazes, and hayrides, perfect for the whole family. Find tons of pumpkins, unique gourds, thousands of mums, and Halloween gifts. 2024 Dates:Everyday from September 21st to October 31st […]

  • Northern Star Farm – Fall Fest

    Northern Star Farm – Fall Fest

    Northern Star Farm 112 East Third Avenue, Trappe, PA, United States

    Welcome to Northern Star Farm's 17th Annual Fall Fest! Visit the farm every Saturday and Sunday 10 am–5 pm for Pumpkin Picking, Hay Rides, Corn Maze, Pony Rides, Giant Apple Sling Shot, Little Farmer Playbarn, Paint Ball, Giant Air Cannon, Farm Animals, and free lawn games for all ages. You […]

  • Haunted Helicopters

    American Helicopter Museum & Education Center 1220 American Boulevard, West Chester, PA, United States

    On October 26, the American Helicopter Museum will be taken over by Haunted Helicopters! Visitors will see helicopters piloted by skeletons and invaded by spiders. Volunteers will be in costumes at treat stations throughout the museum for trick-or-treaters. Children under 13, dressed in Halloween costumes, will receive a free treat! Admission: […]

  • Brick or Treat: Monster Party

    Brick or Treat: Monster Party

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

    Philadelphia's top family Halloween event is here! Daily from September 28th - October 31st, families can get into the Halloween spirit as LEGO® Monsters take over LEGOLAND Discovery Center Philadelphia and throw a Monster Party you don't want to miss!  Brick-or Treat Activities: New for 2024! Brew up fun at […]

  • The Count’s Halloween Spooktacular

    Sesame Place 100 Sesame Road, Langhorne, PA

    Come in costume (or come as you are) and celebrate silly, not-too-spooky fun at The Count’s Halloween Spooktacular at Sesame Place! The park will be transformed into a family-friendly Halloween haven and guests can enjoy trick-or-treating in Big Bird’s Beach, Halloween-themed shows, the Sesame Street Halloween Parade, dance parties, our […]

  • Family-Friendly Halloween Walk

    Tyler Arboretum 515 Painter Road, Media, PA

    Join Tyler Arboretum for their first-ever family-friendly Halloween Walk on Saturday, October 26! Bring your little ones to show off their costumes during this fun daytime event at Tyler! Stop by anytime between 10:30 AM and 12:30 PM for a seasonal stroll, with stations hosted by volunteers dressed in nature-inspired […]

  • Boo at the Zoo

    Boo at the Zoo

    Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PA

    Boo at the Zoo returns for Weekends Only – October 5 through October 27  from 10:30 am to 3 pm. Join them for a spooktacular afternoon filled with fun for princesses, ghosts, superheroes, and all your little ghouls and goblins. Don’t forget your trick-or-treat bags—there will be treat and activity […]