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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Barnyard Animals at Linvilla Orchards

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

Families are invited to swing by Linvilla Orchards and meet some new furry and feathered friends at their beloved barnyard! From white-tailed deer and goats to horses, ducks, birds, sheep, peacocks, and turkeys, there’s no shortage of adorable animals ready to greet visitors with open hooves, wings, and beaks. The […]

Free
Pick Your Own Asparagus at Linvilla Orchards

Pick Your Own Asparagus at Linvilla Orchards

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

Pick-Your-Own Asparagus season has arrived at Linvilla Orchards! This beloved spring tradition invites families to head out to the fields and harvest fresh, tender asparagus straight from the source. There’s nothing quite like the taste of just-picked produce, and Linvilla’s asparagus is a seasonal favorite. Parents are encouraged to help […]

$11 – $13

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 […]

Spring Toddler Time at Treehouse World

Spring Toddler Time at Treehouse World

Treehouse World 1442 Phoenixville Pike, West Chester, PA

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 […]

$12.00

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

Mommy and Me Mother’s Day Photoshoot Experience in Media

Harmony Kids Playhouse 7 West Baltimore Ave., Media, PA

Celebrate the special bond between children and their mothers, grandmothers, or caregivers with a memorable Mother's Day photoshoot experience. Each session includes a professional mini photoshoot with 3-5 edited photos delivered before Mother's Day, open play time in Harmony Kids' play space, and an opportunity for children to create a […]

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.

Barnyard Animals at Linvilla Orchards

Barnyard Animals at Linvilla Orchards

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

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 […]

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 […]

Spring Toddler Time at Treehouse World

Spring Toddler Time at Treehouse World

Treehouse World 1442 Phoenixville Pike, West Chester, PA

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 […]

$12.00

Author Max Brallier Event at Children’s Book World

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

Children’s Book World will welcome Max Brallier to share his newest creation, The Last Comics on Earth, A Song of Swords and Stuffies. Max will speak about his childhood, his journey to becoming a writer, his creative process, and so much more. You will not want to miss this event […]

Free
Barnyard Animals at Linvilla Orchards

Barnyard Animals at Linvilla Orchards

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

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 […]

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 […]

Just Between Friends – Children’s Resale Event in Upper Chichester

Upper Chichester Field House 8500 Furey Road, Upper Chichester, PA

Shop the Just Between Friends children's resale event in Upper Chichester this spring, May 2–4. You'll save money on clothes, shoes, books, toys and all the baby gear you need for the next season of your child's life. Visit the website for the full schedule with times for Presale, Opening […]

Spring Toddler Time at Treehouse World

Spring Toddler Time at Treehouse World

Treehouse World 1442 Phoenixville Pike, West Chester, PA

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 […]

$12.00

Children’s Music Circle with PlayIn Time Productions

Stoneleigh: A Natural Garden 1829 East County Line Road, Villanova, PA, United States

Join PlayIn Time Productions for a weekly, Friday morning interactive musical program geared toward children 0– 5 and their parents or caregivers at Stoneleigh, a natural garden. Instructors Virginia and Anthony will guide kiddos through warming up their bodies with movement, practicing listening skills using activities like freeze dances, and […]

$25

Storytime with Melanie at the American Helicopter Museum

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

Join Melanie for a Story Time event on the first Friday of every month at the American Helicopter Museum. The event will feature interactive read-alouds, a special art activity, and a mini pop-up book fair to shop from, and is included with museum admission!

Meet Jules Bakes & Niki Smith, Authors of New Middle School Graphic Novel “Sea Legs”

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

Join Children's Book World for a Special Event featuring Jules Bakes and Niki Smith with their new graphic novel, Sea Legs. In Sea Legs, readers can dive in and set sail for adventure in a hilarious and moving middle-grade graphic memoir about friendship, growing up, and life at sea. Janey’s […]

Free

Mother’s Day Art Workshop in Upper Merion

Upper Merion Township Community Center 431 W Valley Forge Rd., King of Prussia, PA

Children can craft a vibrant piece of art for the mothers or mother figures in their lives this Mother's Day. Participants ages 4-12 will create their own version of Van Gogh's "Sunflowers" as a special gift. This drop-off program in the Art Room at the Upper Merion Community Center requires […]

The Hobbit at the Arden Theatre Company

Arden Theatre 40 N. 2nd Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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 […]

Orchestra Concordia Free Community Concert in Radnor

Radnor Middle School 150 Louella Ave., Wayne, PA, United States

Orchestra Concordia and its international, award winning music director and conductor Jiannan Cheng will present a program featuring Philadelphia Orchestra bassist, Michael Franz, performing the Bass Concerto #2 by Bottesini. The concert will also include Finlandia by Sibelius and Symphony #5 by Tchaikovsky. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. at the […]

Free
Barnyard Animals at Linvilla Orchards

Barnyard Animals at Linvilla Orchards

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

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 […]

Earth Day at Newlin Grist Mill

Newlin Grist Mill 219 Cheyney Road, Glen Mills, PA

Help celebrate nature and protect the environment with Newlin Grist Mill's Earth Day volunteer event! Each year, they bring together diverse volunteers from the community, including individuals, families, scout troops, and youth groups, to work on projects that improve habitat for wildlife, protect important natural resources, and preserve the park’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 […]

Just Between Friends – Children’s Resale Event in Upper Chichester

Upper Chichester Field House 8500 Furey Road, Upper Chichester, PA

Shop the Just Between Friends children's resale event in Upper Chichester this spring, May 2–4. You'll save money on clothes, shoes, books, toys and all the baby gear you need for the next season of your child's life. Visit the website for the full schedule with times for Presale, Opening […]

Plant Sale Family Day at the Maguire Art Museum and Barnes Arboretum

Frances M. Maguire Art Museum 50 Lapsley Ln, Merion, PA +1 more

Come enjoy a celebration of spring at the Maguire Art Museum and the Barnes Arboretum during Family Day at the 2025 Barnes Arboretum Plant Sale! Stop by early for the Plant Sale from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm in the Arboretum. Then head to the Maguire Museum and outside for […]

Free

Star Wars LEGO Weekend at the American Helicopter Museum

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

The American Helicopter Museum will host Lego Weekend and Star Wars Day on May 3rd from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, and May 4th from noon to 5:00 pm. The special weekend will be a celebration of everyone’s favorite interlocking construction toys. The Colonial LUG (LEGO Users Group) will be […]

The Vanguard School Community Day

Valley Forge Educational Services 1777 North Valley Road, Malvern, PA

Valley Forge Educational Services will host a free Community Day with sensory-friendly activities and engagement for families who have children with special needs. This event will include activities such as face painting, inflatables, arts and crafts, live music, a dunk tank and complimentary snacks. There will also be raffle baskets […]

Free

Children’s Day Celebration at Shofuso Japanese Cultural Center

Shofuso Japanese Cultural Center Lansdowne and Horticultural Drives, West Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, PA

Join the Japan America Society of Greater Philadelphia for a day of fun for the whole family in honor of Children's Day and Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. This day will include special holiday displays, the opportunity to enjoy the gardens and feed koi, as well as several activities […]

The Hobbit at the Arden Theatre Company

Arden Theatre 40 N. 2nd Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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 […]

Narb-Earth Day 2025

Narberth Park 80 Windsor Avenue, Narberth, PA

Come celebrate Mother Earth and all things green at the Narb-Earth Day Festival on May 3rd. This community event will feature green products and businesses, a clothing/toy/household item swap, a book sale, healthy food, a raffle, and live music. There will also be plenty of fun and games for a […]

Spring on King in Malvern

King Street, Malvern and Burke Park Roberts Road, Malvern, PA

Join King Street Malvern for a community party to welcome spring! Family fun abounds right along King Street from noon to 4:00 pm with live music, food trucks, a beer garden, and activities such as balloon twisting, face painting, flower crown making, and a tie dye station. There will also […]

Free

Ardmore Spring Fest

Schauffele Plaza 99 Cricket Terrace, Ardmore, PA, United States

The 2nd Annual Ardmore Spring Fest is BACK—bigger, bolder, and better than ever! To keep the kiddos entertained, Lulu's Casita will be there with different types of crafts and games. There will also be make-overs by Glam Hair and face painting by Main Line Child Care. Don't worry—there's plenty for […]

Free

Moms & Mimosas – Citrus Centerpiece Workshop at Paradocx Vineyard

Paradocx Vineyard 1833 Flint Hill Road, Landenberg, PA, United States

Celebrate Mother's Day with a special Flower Arranging Workshop at Paradocx Vineyard in Landenberg, PA. This creative experience welcomes all flower enthusiasts—whether celebrating mothers, grandmothers, aunts, daughters, friends, or simply enjoying a relaxing afternoon together, this event is sure to put everyone in a sunny mood. Workshop Includes: Guided floral […]