Discover family-friendly events with the Main Line Parent Community Calendar. Our team adds fresh content every week to help you make the most of raising kids in Philly’s Western Suburbs, from the baby and little ones-stage through the teen years and beyond! Please be sure to check with the host location about their health and safety protocols, as well as their registration requirements, prior to heading out!
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On Sunday, July 7, the museum invites guests to enjoy free admission to the galleries, including featured exhibitions: Frank Stewart's Nexus: An American Photographer's Journey, 1960s to the Present & Every Leaf & Twig: Andrew Wyeth's Botanical Imagination. Additionally, there is plenty to explore around the museum […]
Named one of CNN's Top Ten "Global Must-See Exhibitions," The Art of the Brick exhibit by artist Nathan Sawaya is a critically acclaimed collection of inspiring artworks made exclusively from one of the most recognizable toys in the world: the LEGO® brick. From child's toy to sophisticated art form and beyond, the […]
Travel to the most diverse ecosystem on the planet! Under the Canopy: Animals of the Rainforest is an immersive exhibition introducing you to the fascinating world of rainforests and the animals that inhabit them. Learn about unique plants and rainforest ecology as you encounter a live sloth, […]
This summer, Morris Arboretum is featuring a brand new exhibition in their popular Garden Railway: Garden Railway: Dinos! Running May 25– September 30. With more than 15 different rail lines running along a third of a mile of track, visitors enjoy a spectacular display of […]
Celllll-lebrate zoo times… come on! You’re invited to a week-long birthday party commemorating the Elmwood Park Zoo's 100th birthday! The party begins on July 5 and concludes with the ultimate celebration on July 11 with extended zoo hours for all to enjoy. July 5–July 10 […]
The Gay Street Open-Air Market returns for 2024 from Friday, May 3rd to Sunday, September 29th! The Open-Air Market was created during the pandemic to give residents and visitors more space to shop, eat, and explore town. Now, it has become one of our most popular […]
Family Sundays at Suburban Square are back! Head out to the Lawn for music, games, and kid-friendly activities with Go With Yoyo from 11 am–1 pm every Sunday in May though October. If inclement weather arises, please check the Suburban Square Instagram story for the most […]
Head down to Spruce Street Harbor Park on the Philly waterfront for free, Family Funday Sunday — every Sunday this summer from 11 am to 3 pm. There will be fun fitness classes, crafts, and activities, with pop-up play each week. Start your day with […]
The Wild Kratts®: Creature Power®! The Exhibit! opens May 31st! Visitors will embark on an adventurous experience focusing on building STEM skills while exploring the natural world. Created by Minnesota Children’s Museum and inspired by the popular PBS children’s series, Wild Kratts: Creature Power! invites you […]
Join Peddler's Village for a four-day holiday celebration featuring live music, tasty food and drinks, and blueberry vibes, July 4–7! An all-day, all-American outdoor BBQ on Thursday, July 4, marks the start of this four-day party that includes blueberry treats, live music, family activities, lawn games, […]
Celebrate the Year of the Dragon at Franklin Square! The Festival is open nightly through August 18. The Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival illuminates Franklin Square with awe-inspiring, interactive, larger-than-life lanterns during the Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival! Celebrate the Year of the Dragon with the iconic 200-foot-dragon […]
The Wild Kratts®: Creature Power®! The Exhibit! opens May 31st! Visitors will embark on an adventurous experience focusing on building STEM skills while exploring the natural world. Created by Minnesota Children’s Museum and inspired by the popular PBS children’s series, Wild Kratts: Creature Power! invites you […]
Named one of CNN's Top Ten "Global Must-See Exhibitions," The Art of the Brick exhibit by artist Nathan Sawaya is a critically acclaimed collection of inspiring artworks made exclusively from one of the most recognizable toys in the world: the LEGO® brick. From child's toy to sophisticated art form and beyond, the […]
Travel to the most diverse ecosystem on the planet! Under the Canopy: Animals of the Rainforest is an immersive exhibition introducing you to the fascinating world of rainforests and the animals that inhabit them. Learn about unique plants and rainforest ecology as you encounter a live sloth, […]
This summer, Morris Arboretum is featuring a brand new exhibition in their popular Garden Railway: Garden Railway: Dinos! Running May 25– September 30. With more than 15 different rail lines running along a third of a mile of track, visitors enjoy a spectacular display of […]
Celllll-lebrate zoo times… come on! You’re invited to a week-long birthday party commemorating the Elmwood Park Zoo's 100th birthday! The party begins on July 5 and concludes with the ultimate celebration on July 11 with extended zoo hours for all to enjoy. July 5–July 10 […]
Celebrate the Year of the Dragon at Franklin Square! The Festival is open nightly through August 18. The Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival illuminates Franklin Square with awe-inspiring, interactive, larger-than-life lanterns during the Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival! Celebrate the Year of the Dragon with the iconic 200-foot-dragon […]
On Movie Mondays, the Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center presents some of their favorite movies. Tickets are $5 and include complimentary popcorn—a perfect family night out! This week's showing is the classic, summertime shark thriller, Jaws, with a PG rating (still might not be suitable […]
Here's your go-to list of family fun destinations for those beautiful spring and summer days ahead. Read more!
Named one of CNN's Top Ten "Global Must-See Exhibitions," The Art of the Brick exhibit by artist Nathan Sawaya is a critically acclaimed collection of inspiring artworks made exclusively from one of the most recognizable toys in the world: the LEGO® brick. From child's toy to sophisticated art form and beyond, the […]
Travel to the most diverse ecosystem on the planet! Under the Canopy: Animals of the Rainforest is an immersive exhibition introducing you to the fascinating world of rainforests and the animals that inhabit them. Learn about unique plants and rainforest ecology as you encounter a live sloth, […]
This summer, Morris Arboretum is featuring a brand new exhibition in their popular Garden Railway: Garden Railway: Dinos! Running May 25– September 30. With more than 15 different rail lines running along a third of a mile of track, visitors enjoy a spectacular display of […]
Celllll-lebrate zoo times… come on! You’re invited to a week-long birthday party commemorating the Elmwood Park Zoo's 100th birthday! The party begins on July 5 and concludes with the ultimate celebration on July 11 with extended zoo hours for all to enjoy. July 5–July 10 […]
Join Main Point Books for their new Weekly Community Storytime! They'll have a different Community Helper special guest each week. June 25: Police Officer with Police Dog July 2: no story time July 9: Police Officer with Police Dog July 16: Librarian Maria from Radnor […]
Join Morris Arboretum every Tuesday for Bloomin' Bubbles! In this event just for kids, they will transform the Whimsical Woods into a magical bubble party. The 2nd Tuesday of the month will be Bubbles & Dance where they’ll add music into the mix for animal […]
What is Zumbini? Zumbini is a music and movement class created for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and their caregivers full of music, dance and educational tools for 45 minutes. Music is fun, and when we enjoy ourselves we learn without knowing we are learning! Zumbini gives […]
Celebrate the Year of the Dragon at Franklin Square! The Festival is open nightly through August 18. The Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival illuminates Franklin Square with awe-inspiring, interactive, larger-than-life lanterns during the Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival! Celebrate the Year of the Dragon with the iconic 200-foot-dragon […]
Bring your blankets, family and friends and join Whitpain Twp. outside this summer! This is an ALL ages event, and FREE to the public. THey cannot wait to have a fun night with you and your family. Check the movie and concert schedule here. Movies @ Wentz Run Park Gazebo […]
This class is not just about getting back into shape after childbirth; it's a celebration of parenthood! Plus it's free! (You must reserve a spot, though.) In "Stroller Strength," we'll incorporate a variety of exercises designed specifically for parents with new babies. You'll engage in […]
The Wild Kratts®: Creature Power®! The Exhibit! opens May 31st! Visitors will embark on an adventurous experience focusing on building STEM skills while exploring the natural world. Created by Minnesota Children’s Museum and inspired by the popular PBS children’s series, Wild Kratts: Creature Power! invites you […]
Named one of CNN's Top Ten "Global Must-See Exhibitions," The Art of the Brick exhibit by artist Nathan Sawaya is a critically acclaimed collection of inspiring artworks made exclusively from one of the most recognizable toys in the world: the LEGO® brick. From child's toy to sophisticated art form and beyond, the […]
This program is a free book club and story time for children ages 2–4 on Wednesdays, from 10–10:30 am at the Kennett Library. RSVP to attend. Plus! Exciting news for parents of preschool children in Chester County: Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is now available to […]
Travel to the most diverse ecosystem on the planet! Under the Canopy: Animals of the Rainforest is an immersive exhibition introducing you to the fascinating world of rainforests and the animals that inhabit them. Learn about unique plants and rainforest ecology as you encounter a live sloth, […]
This summer, Morris Arboretum is featuring a brand new exhibition in their popular Garden Railway: Garden Railway: Dinos! Running May 25– September 30. With more than 15 different rail lines running along a third of a mile of track, visitors enjoy a spectacular display of […]
Celllll-lebrate zoo times… come on! You’re invited to a week-long birthday party commemorating the Elmwood Park Zoo's 100th birthday! The party begins on July 5 and concludes with the ultimate celebration on July 11 with extended zoo hours for all to enjoy. July 5–July 10 […]
