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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  • Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest

    Blue Cross RiverRink 101 S Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    For more than 32 seasons, Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest has been Philadelphia's favorite wintertime tradition on the Delaware River Waterfront. It invites visitors to indulge in flights of fancy under thousands of sparkling lights in a wonderland with spectacular views of the Delaware River.

  • Trail Tuesday Walks at Valley Forge Park

    Trail Tuesday Walks at Valley Forge Park

    Valley Forge National Historical Park 1400 N. Outer Line Drive, King of Prussia, PA

    Walk. Talk. Get Healthy. Be Happy. Join Trail Tuesdays, weekly walks in the park that are open to all fitness levels. Dogs and strollers welcome. Tuesdays from 10 to 11 a.m. Walk starts at Valley Forge Park Alliance Table by the Canteen in the Lower Parking Lot. In case of […]

  • Shalom Momma Postpartum Group

    Shalom Momma Postpartum Group

    The Barbara and Harvey Brodsky Enrichment Center 345 Montgomery Avenue, Bala Cynwyd, PA

    Looking for your parent village? The Shalom Momma Postpartum Group offers a welcoming space where new and returning parents can give and receive support, ask questions, and build a parent community close to home. Each week features a topic related to you and your baby, along with a song and […]

  • Cruise into Kindergarten

    Cruise into Kindergarten

    Chester County Library 450 Exton Square Parkway, Exton, PA

    Cruise into Kindergarten is a story time PLUS which features stories, music, creative play and exploration. Cruise into Kindergarten supports school readiness and the PA PreK standards for literacy, math, science, and more. For children 5 & 6 years old. Registration is required. Caregivers must remain in the library during […]

  • Villa Maria Academy Open House: Preschool – 8th Grade

    Villa Maria Academy Lower School 280 IHM Drive, Malvern, PA, United States

    Parents and students are invited to join us Villa Maria Academy Lower School for an Open House. Sessions will be hosted by Villa’s Admissions Office. Prospective students and their families can connect with staff, admissions, current parents and students, and tour the school to learn more about how a Villa […]

  • Winter Open House at St. Aloysius Academy

    St. Aloysius Academy 401 S. Bryn Mawr Ave., Bryn Mawr, PA

    St. Aloysius Academy invites families to experience the gift of an exceptional education at its Winter Open House. As the premier private, Catholic, all-boys K–8 school in the Philadelphia region, St. Aloysius Academy offers a tradition of academic excellence, leadership development, and faith-centered values. During the Open House, visitors will […]

  • Budding Naturalists

    Budding Naturalists with Riverbend

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

    Riverbend's Budding Naturalists program invites children ages 2–5 and their caregivers to discover the joy of nature through hands-on, outdoor exploration every week this winter, with three flexible class options (Wednesdays at 10:30 AM, Thursdays at 2:00 PM, or Fridays at 9:15 AM starting January 7–9) that include storytime, nature […]

    $160
  • 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.

  • A Christmas Carol at People’s Light

    A Christmas Carol at People’s Light

    People's Light 39 Conestoga Road, Malvern, PA, United States

    Join People's Light for their creative re-telling of the Charles Dickens classic, A Christmas Carol. Featuring both original songs and traditional English carols, this performance sets the stage for a memorable holiday season with its exploration of themes including family and forgiveness. Plan an outing the whole family will enjoy […]

  • A Christmas Carol at People’s Light

    A Christmas Carol at People’s Light

    People's Light 39 Conestoga Road, Malvern, PA, United States

    Join People's Light for their creative re-telling of the Charles Dickens classic, A Christmas Carol. Featuring both original songs and traditional English carols, this performance sets the stage for a memorable holiday season with its exploration of themes including family and forgiveness. Plan an outing the whole family will enjoy […]

  • Indoor Mini Golf At Linvilla Orchards

    Indoor Mini Golf At Linvilla Orchards

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

    Fore! The Planet is an interactive and playful miniature golf experience at Linvilla Orchards perfect for the entire family. This interactive 18 hole exhibition created by the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia serves as a valuable tool to heighten children's awareness of the environment. The course features unique educational […]

    $8 – $10
  • A Christmas Carol at People’s Light

    A Christmas Carol at People’s Light

    People's Light 39 Conestoga Road, Malvern, PA, United States

    Join People's Light for their creative re-telling of the Charles Dickens classic, A Christmas Carol. Featuring both original songs and traditional English carols, this performance sets the stage for a memorable holiday season with its exploration of themes including family and forgiveness. Plan an outing the whole family will enjoy […]

  • Indoor Mini Golf At Linvilla Orchards

    Indoor Mini Golf At Linvilla Orchards

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

    Fore! The Planet is an interactive and playful miniature golf experience at Linvilla Orchards perfect for the entire family. This interactive 18 hole exhibition created by the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia serves as a valuable tool to heighten children's awareness of the environment. The course features unique educational […]

    $8 – $10
  • Mini Makers Robotics Class

    Mini Makers Robotics Class

    SnowBot Philly East, LLC 12 West Glenside Avenue, Glenside, PA, United States

    Looking for a meaningful winter enrichment activity for your child in 2026—something educational, screen-free, and genuinely fun? Brooklyn Robot Foundry Philly’s Mini Makers program offers weekly Saturday STEAM robotics classes designed especially for children ages 3–6. Families across Greater Philadelphia and Montgomery County choose Mini Makers because it blends early […]

  • Glice Skating

    Glice Skating at Linvilla

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

    Enjoy Linvilla's latest attraction, their Glice Skating Rink, a magical winter experience on this family farm perfect for winter fun! This eco-friendly, synthetic ice rink lets families skate under festive lights, surrounded by holiday decor and the charm of a rustic farm setting. Skaters can enjoy the rink in any […]

    $13 – $15
  • A Christmas Carol at People’s Light

    A Christmas Carol at People’s Light

    People's Light 39 Conestoga Road, Malvern, PA, United States

    Join People's Light for their creative re-telling of the Charles Dickens classic, A Christmas Carol. Featuring both original songs and traditional English carols, this performance sets the stage for a memorable holiday season with its exploration of themes including family and forgiveness. Plan an outing the whole family will enjoy […]

  • Trail Tuesday Walks at Valley Forge Park

    Trail Tuesday Walks at Valley Forge Park

    Valley Forge National Historical Park 1400 N. Outer Line Drive, King of Prussia, PA

    Walk. Talk. Get Healthy. Be Happy. Join Trail Tuesdays, weekly walks in the park that are open to all fitness levels. Dogs and strollers welcome. Tuesdays from 10 to 11 a.m. Walk starts at Valley Forge Park Alliance Table by the Canteen in the Lower Parking Lot. In case of […]

  • Shalom Momma Postpartum Group

    Shalom Momma Postpartum Group

    The Barbara and Harvey Brodsky Enrichment Center 345 Montgomery Avenue, Bala Cynwyd, PA

    Looking for your parent village? The Shalom Momma Postpartum Group offers a welcoming space where new and returning parents can give and receive support, ask questions, and build a parent community close to home. Each week features a topic related to you and your baby, along with a song and […]

  • Cruise into Kindergarten

    Cruise into Kindergarten

    Chester County Library 450 Exton Square Parkway, Exton, PA

    Cruise into Kindergarten is a story time PLUS which features stories, music, creative play and exploration. Cruise into Kindergarten supports school readiness and the PA PreK standards for literacy, math, science, and more. For children 5 & 6 years old. Registration is required. Caregivers must remain in the library during […]

  • Open House with Civil Air Patrol

    Army National Guard 1046 Belvoir Rd Army National Guard 1046 Belvoir Rd, Plymouth Meeting, PA, United States

    The Civil Air Patrol Griffin Composite Squadron invites families to an exciting Open House at Plymouth Meeting Army National Guard to discover missions, programs, and opportunities in Aerospace Education, Leadership, Orientation Flights, Emergency Services, and STEM Activities. Youth ages 12–18, adults 18 and older, and educators are all welcome to […]

    Free
  • Budding Naturalists

    Budding Naturalists with Riverbend

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

    Riverbend's Budding Naturalists program invites children ages 2–5 and their caregivers to discover the joy of nature through hands-on, outdoor exploration every week this winter, with three flexible class options (Wednesdays at 10:30 AM, Thursdays at 2:00 PM, or Fridays at 9:15 AM starting January 7–9) that include storytime, nature […]

    $160
  • A Christmas Carol at People’s Light

    A Christmas Carol at People’s Light

    People's Light 39 Conestoga Road, Malvern, PA, United States

    Join People's Light for their creative re-telling of the Charles Dickens classic, A Christmas Carol. Featuring both original songs and traditional English carols, this performance sets the stage for a memorable holiday season with its exploration of themes including family and forgiveness. Plan an outing the whole family will enjoy […]

  • Valentine’s Day Party at Jungle Land

    Jungle Land 490 Lancaster Ave., Malvern, PA

    Please join Jungle Land for their Valentine's Day Party! Tickets include open play, pizza & fruit, juice & water, cookies & cupcakes and a special visit from Minnie Mouse! Goodie bags will also be provided for each child! Adults, as always, feel free to BYOB! Tickets will be limited for […]

  • A Christmas Carol at People’s Light

    A Christmas Carol at People’s Light

    People's Light 39 Conestoga Road, Malvern, PA, United States

    Join People's Light for their creative re-telling of the Charles Dickens classic, A Christmas Carol. Featuring both original songs and traditional English carols, this performance sets the stage for a memorable holiday season with its exploration of themes including family and forgiveness. Plan an outing the whole family will enjoy […]

  • Indoor Mini Golf At Linvilla Orchards

    Indoor Mini Golf At Linvilla Orchards

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

    Fore! The Planet is an interactive and playful miniature golf experience at Linvilla Orchards perfect for the entire family. This interactive 18 hole exhibition created by the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia serves as a valuable tool to heighten children's awareness of the environment. The course features unique educational […]

    $8 – $10
  • 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! Get tickets here.

  • A Christmas Carol at People’s Light

    A Christmas Carol at People’s Light

    People's Light 39 Conestoga Road, Malvern, PA, United States

    Join People's Light for their creative re-telling of the Charles Dickens classic, A Christmas Carol. Featuring both original songs and traditional English carols, this performance sets the stage for a memorable holiday season with its exploration of themes including family and forgiveness. Plan an outing the whole family will enjoy […]

  • Indoor Mini Golf At Linvilla Orchards

    Indoor Mini Golf At Linvilla Orchards

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

    Fore! The Planet is an interactive and playful miniature golf experience at Linvilla Orchards perfect for the entire family. This interactive 18 hole exhibition created by the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia serves as a valuable tool to heighten children's awareness of the environment. The course features unique educational […]

    $8 – $10
  • Mini Makers Robotics Class

    Mini Makers Robotics Class

    SnowBot Philly East, LLC 12 West Glenside Avenue, Glenside, PA, United States

    Looking for a meaningful winter enrichment activity for your child in 2026—something educational, screen-free, and genuinely fun? Brooklyn Robot Foundry Philly’s Mini Makers program offers weekly Saturday STEAM robotics classes designed especially for children ages 3–6. Families across Greater Philadelphia and Montgomery County choose Mini Makers because it blends early […]

  • A Christmas Carol at People’s Light

    A Christmas Carol at People’s Light

    People's Light 39 Conestoga Road, Malvern, PA, United States

    Join People's Light for their creative re-telling of the Charles Dickens classic, A Christmas Carol. Featuring both original songs and traditional English carols, this performance sets the stage for a memorable holiday season with its exploration of themes including family and forgiveness. Plan an outing the whole family will enjoy […]

  • Trail Tuesday Walks at Valley Forge Park

    Trail Tuesday Walks at Valley Forge Park

    Valley Forge National Historical Park 1400 N. Outer Line Drive, King of Prussia, PA

    Walk. Talk. Get Healthy. Be Happy. Join Trail Tuesdays, weekly walks in the park that are open to all fitness levels. Dogs and strollers welcome. Tuesdays from 10 to 11 a.m. Walk starts at Valley Forge Park Alliance Table by the Canteen in the Lower Parking Lot. In case of […]

  • Shalom Momma Postpartum Group

    Shalom Momma Postpartum Group

    The Barbara and Harvey Brodsky Enrichment Center 345 Montgomery Avenue, Bala Cynwyd, PA

    Looking for your parent village? The Shalom Momma Postpartum Group offers a welcoming space where new and returning parents can give and receive support, ask questions, and build a parent community close to home. Each week features a topic related to you and your baby, along with a song and […]

  • Cruise into Kindergarten

    Cruise into Kindergarten

    Chester County Library 450 Exton Square Parkway, Exton, PA

    Cruise into Kindergarten is a story time PLUS which features stories, music, creative play and exploration. Cruise into Kindergarten supports school readiness and the PA PreK standards for literacy, math, science, and more. For children 5 & 6 years old. Registration is required. Caregivers must remain in the library during […]

  • Budding Naturalists

    Budding Naturalists with Riverbend

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

    Riverbend's Budding Naturalists program invites children ages 2–5 and their caregivers to discover the joy of nature through hands-on, outdoor exploration every week this winter, with three flexible class options (Wednesdays at 10:30 AM, Thursdays at 2:00 PM, or Fridays at 9:15 AM starting January 7–9) that include storytime, nature […]

    $160