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Wayne Art Center is excited to announce the 17th Annual Plein Air Festival, one of the longest running and most popular outdoor painting events in the country. The multi-day competition will begin on Sunday, May 4th with 32 talented artists from 29 states painting within 30 miles of Wayne. More […]
Join Radnor Township Recreation to get outdoors and unplug with your family at their 11th Annual Great American Backyard Campout. Bring your camping gear to the Willows and enjoy an evening of family-friendly activities including camp cooking and fire-making demonstrations, a mini orienteering course, fishing, s'mores, and star-gazing with telescopes. […]
Get ready for the Devon Horse Show and Country Fair (DHSCF), the oldest and largest outdoor multi-breed horse show in the United States. The fairgrounds are traditionally filled with exclusive Devon souvenirs, boutique shopping, unique food, an art gallery, and an expansive Midway featuring a ferris wheel, carousel, and games […]
Visitors are invited to swing by and make some new furry and feathered friends at the barnyard. Guests can meet a charming group of animals, including 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 […]
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 […]
The Kennett Square Markets will feature 100 carefully curated vendors with a wide variety of handmade and vintage goods along with food trucks, live music, beer and wine, free kids' crafts, and many additional shopping and dining options in town. The Market vendors will be set up in the parking lot at 600 S. […]
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.
The Swarthmore Pride Market offers the community an open-air shopping experience featuring 20 unique vendors. Visitors can browse distinctive creations from local artists, connect with community groups, and enjoy tasty treats from food concessions. The market proudly showcases and supports businesses that are LGBTQ+ owned and operated along the 100 […]
Join Philadelphia Gymnastics Center for fun, movement, and exploration for kids of all ages at their Open Gym session! No registration required, $15 cash per child.
Malvern Borough's Memorial Commemoration, considered amongst the oldest in the United States, honors the brave men and women who have served their country, with special tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice defending our freedom. The parade will follow its traditional route along King Street from the Malvern Fire […]
SALT Performing Arts will bring "Sweeney Todd," the dark, witty and Tony Award-winning tale of love, murder, and revenge set against the backdrop of 19th century London, to their West Chester stage. The show, which is rated R for adult content and violence, will be performed with an 18-piece live […]
Join Generation O for Insights Now, a live Zoom with Lauren Dicair, a passionate advocate and powerful voice for children born with Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS). Raised by biological parents who remained in active addiction, Lauren understands firsthand the challenges faced by substance-exposed children and their families. Through resilience, courage, […]
Montgomery County invites families to witness the Pride flag being raised above the County Courthouse in Norristown. This meaningful ceremony brings together county officials, local leadership, and community members to celebrate inclusivity and diversity. Attendees will hear personal stories from county leaders and officials as they share what Pride means […]
Come on in to East Eagle Yoga in Havertown every Monday for Mommy & Me Yoga. Bring your kiddos and enjoy some yoga, music, and movement! East Eagle's children's Yoga instructor will move the class through a series of mindfulness exercises and yoga poses to a fun playlist while incorporating […]
Come to West Chester's Knauer Performing Arts Center on June 2nd for a screening of "Pride." This two-hour film is based on the true story of the unlikely friendship forged between striking miners in Wales and a group of London-based gay and lesbian activists. Tickets are $5 each for this […]
Join Abington Township Public Library's fifth-annual PrideFest celebration! Enjoy music, food trucks, crafts, community organizations, and vendors at this outdoor event. Food trucks will include Babalouie BBQ, Humpty's Dumplings, and Frios Gourmet Pops. The celebration will move inside the Library in case of inclement weather.
Spanish Exploradores invites families to join them for Spanish Story Time—a joyful way to introduce your little ones to Spanish through music, movement, stories, and play. Their immersive, activity-based approach helps children build comprehension skills naturally while having fun and making new friends! What to Expect: Music, dancing, and singing […]
The Gladwyne Library celebrates Pride Month with a delightful afternoon activity for young creators! Children are invited to visit the Junior Room between 3:00 and 5:00 pm to craft their very own rainbow wands. The library will provide all the materials needed—colorful paper, playful stickers, and markers—for little ones to […]
Your Summer serenade starts now! Join Suburban Square for live music on the Lawn on Wednesdays at 5:00 pm this summer beginning in June! June's Line-Up of Artists: June 4: Tim Williams & Mark Teague June 11: Makenna Mink June 18: Kuf Knotz & Christine Elise June 25: Lindsey McKay […]
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.
Join the Tredyffrin Library in their Maker Space for a Father's Day themed book and special craft. This event is for ages 3-6 with a caregiver and registration is required (for child only).
Join Eagleview Town Center on Thursday, June 5th from 3:00–6:00 pm for a special celebration of the arrival of strawberries to the market for their deliciously short and sweet season. Shop local and seasonal products while enjoying additional programming like free yoga classes, vendor pop-ups, free kids activities: face painting […]
Children’s Book World welcomes Kenneth Oppel as he celebrates the release of his newest novel, Best of All Worlds, a startling, can’t-wait-to-talk-about-it-with-someone novel that defies genre to create a survival thriller unlike any you’ve read before. For fans of Leave the World Behind, A.S. King, M.T. Anderson, and Margaret Atwood, […]
Make Thursday nights the best night of the week! Join King of Prussia Town Center every Thursday from 6–8 pm, April through October, for free live music on the green! Whether you're grabbing dinner, meeting friends, or just looking for a fun way to unwind, enjoy an evening of great […]
Join Highland Orchards for a Summer Growing Tour. Climb aboard their shuttle for a fun and educational journey through the orchard. Summer is a busy season for growing, and guides will take visitors through the fields, stopping along the way to show how they work alongside nature to nurture their […]
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 […]
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!
Join the Maguire Art Museum in the galleries for art, music, and storytelling! This month, children can listen to "Swimmy and Baby Beluga" and then create ocean artwork inspired by Leo Lionni. Attendees can also enjoy the 12-acre Barnes Arboretum. Family Art and Story Hour is ideal for toddlers and […]
Kick off the weekend with Phoenixville First Fridays, a monthly open-air celebration in the borough! Every month from May through December, First Fridays showcase the eclectic feel of Phoenixville. You'll find live music, local artists, and a Kids Zone. Walk around and explore some of the town's arts venues, small […]
Celebrate Pride Month at a free, family-friendly event at Upper Dublin High School. There will be community resources, vendors, food, games, face-painting, a Pre-K storytime, and performances. Venus Ultraviolet's Drag Debut will take place at 6:30 pm, followed by Voices Rising Philly at 7:00 pm. School of Rock will perform […]
SALT Performing Arts will bring "Sweeney Todd," the dark, witty and Tony Award-winning tale of love, murder, and revenge set against the backdrop of 19th century London, to their West Chester stage. The show, which is rated R for adult content and violence, will be performed with an 18-piece live […]
It's the musical festival of the Main Line! Free and open to the public, come see over 400 young musicians performing in Wayne PA. Best described as a musical talent show, the Year End Shows include ensembles, classical piano pieces, student/teacher duets, family trios, jazz, rock, pop, and more. This […]
The Linvilla Orchards Strawberry Festival is an annual extravaganza held at the beginning of June, coinciding with the peak of the local strawberry season. Guests can expect a day filled with live music, delicious food, and endless fun. This year’s festival takes place on Saturday, June 7, 2025, as Linvilla […]
The Walk to Cure Arthritis (WTCA) unites communities across the country to walk toward a lifetime of Yes! Yes to finding solutions, better treatments, and ultimately a cure for arthritis. WTCA Philadelphia brings together arthritis patients, caregivers, families, advocates, and healthcare professionals for the city's largest arthritis-focused gathering—a day dedicated […]
Celebrate Pride at the Please Touch Museum where every visitor is invited to embrace their unique identity in a vibrant, inclusive setting. Enjoy a dazzling musical performance, dive into an interactive storytime, and join a colorful parade! Pride activities included with museum admission.
