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Join Growing Roots Farm and more than 30 local farmers and producers for Pepper Palooza at the Malvern Farmers Market at Burke Park. There will be a Pepper Showdown featuring a Big Box vs. Farm Fresh Blind pepper taste test. Enjoy a free yoga class, fresh eats, kids' activities, and […]
Get ready to have all YOUR dreams come true at the family-friendly SALT Princess Party on Labor Day weekend. Come dressed as your favorite royal subject for the Princess party, and join the most magical party in the kingdom with your real-life favorite princesses, princes, and other fairytale favorites. Get […]
Relax and unwind amid stunning summer vistas at Longwood Gardens this season. Experience their vibrant Illuminated Fountain Performances on Friday-Sunday nights from May through September. Longwood’s Main Fountain Garden puts on daily displays as their 1,719 fountain jets are set to music and soar as high as 175 feet in […]
The Philadelphia Fairgrounds in Oaks hosts the Dream Asia Food Fest: Endless Summer this Labor Day weekend. Enjoy more than 90 Asian food vendors offering cuisine from China, Korea, Japan, Thailand, India, Vietnam, and more. There will also be NYC street food pop-ups, cultural vendors, and live entertainment including a […]
Join wildflower expert Dick Cloud on an informative two-hour hike through meadows, woods, and occasionally streamside. Although the focus is on plants, he will talk about whatever the group might see! In July and August, the hope is to see a large variety of summer wildflowers. All levels of knowledge […]
Close out Summer 2025 this Labor Day Weekend with fun for the whole family at Spruce Street Harbor Park, Cherry Street Pier, Race Street Pier, and Independence Blue Cross RiverRink SummerFest. Labor Day is the last chance for visitors to enjoy the boardwalk vibes at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest […]
What could be better on a summer's evening than a fireworks show after a baseball game? How about a MEGABLAST display? The Reading Fightin’ Phils are the Philadelphia-area minor league baseball team with multiple games per week in the summer. Many Fightin' Phils games feature a fireworks display, but in […]
Upper Merion Concerts Under The Stars presents a free concert with Splintered Sunlight (a Grateful Dead Tribute) on Saturday August 3oth at 7:00 pm (doors open at 5:45 pm) at the Upper Merion Township Building Park in King of Prussia. This is an outdoor venue. Blankets and chairs are allowed […]
Shrek the Musical is the story of a hulking green ogre who, after being mocked and feared his entire life, retreats to an ugly green swamp to exist in happy isolation. Suddenly, a gang of homeless fairytale characters raid his sanctuary saying they’ve been evicted by the vertically- challenged Lord […]
Pick-Your-Own Peach season has officially arrived at Linvilla Orchards! These juicy, sun-ripened peaches are ready to be picked straight from the orchard, offering visitors the chance to enjoy fruit at its freshest. Families with young children are encouraged to review how to identify ripe peaches before heading into the fields. […]
Sunflower season is in full bloom at Linvilla Orchards! These vibrant, cheerful flowers are a favorite for cut flower bouquets and are now available for Cut-Your-Own. Sunflowers bloom for several weeks throughout the summer, making this a can’t-miss seasonal experience. Guests are encouraged to purchase tickets in advance to begin […]
A Chester County Labor Day weekend tradition for over three quarters of a Century, the Ludwig's Corner Horse Show and Country Fair will take place from August 30-September 1, 2025. The entrance fee is $10 per carload at at the Main Gate. There is no fee to enter the grounds […]
Head over to the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks for the Cubing USA Mid-Atlantic Championship. Observe participants compete in events such as 7x7x7 cube, 3x3x3 cube one-handed, and Megaminx. It will be a weekend full of excitement and ultra-fast results. CubingUSA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to supporting […]
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 […]
Close out Summer 2025 this Labor Day Weekend with fun for the whole family at Spruce Street Harbor Park, Cherry Street Pier, Race Street Pier, and Independence Blue Cross RiverRink SummerFest. Labor Day is the last chance for visitors to enjoy the boardwalk vibes at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest […]
Relax and unwind amid stunning summer vistas at Longwood Gardens this season. Experience their vibrant Illuminated Fountain Performances on Friday-Sunday nights from May through September. Longwood’s Main Fountain Garden puts on daily displays as their 1,719 fountain jets are set to music and soar as high as 175 feet in […]
The Philadelphia Fairgrounds in Oaks hosts the Dream Asia Food Fest: Endless Summer this Labor Day weekend. Enjoy more than 90 Asian food vendors offering cuisine from China, Korea, Japan, Thailand, India, Vietnam, and more. There will also be NYC street food pop-ups, cultural vendors, and live entertainment including a […]
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.
Join Family Funday with PopUpPlay, each Sunday from Memorial Day weekend to September 28th, from 1:00-4:00 pm at Spruce Street Harbor Park. This event is free and open to the public, and all ages are welcome. Activities include boat building, puppet making, and even constructing a working catapult. Each week […]
Make your own sundae – featuring ice cream from Longacres Modern Dairy! The Railroad will be serving up all the ingredients you need to make your own ice cream sundae! Get creative and enjoy-pile on the toppings and pile up the memories. The whole train gets an ice cream sundae. […]
Pick-Your-Own Apple season has arrived at Linvilla Orchards! Visitors can head to the orchards to enjoy freshly harvested apples at their peak. Families with small children are encouraged to review how to identify ripe apples before picking, and Linvilla’s knowledgeable staff will be available to provide guidance if needed. Guests […]
A Chester County Labor Day weekend tradition for over three quarters of a Century, the Ludwig's Corner Horse Show and Country Fair will take place from August 30-September 1, 2025. The entrance fee is $10 per carload at at the Main Gate. There is no fee to enter the grounds […]
Head over to the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks for the Cubing USA Mid-Atlantic Championship. Observe participants compete in events such as 7x7x7 cube, 3x3x3 cube one-handed, and Megaminx. It will be a weekend full of excitement and ultra-fast results. CubingUSA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to supporting […]
The Philadelphia Fairgrounds in Oaks hosts the Dream Asia Food Fest: Endless Summer this Labor Day weekend. Enjoy more than 90 Asian food vendors offering cuisine from China, Korea, Japan, Thailand, India, Vietnam, and more. There will also be NYC street food pop-ups, cultural vendors, and live entertainment including a […]
Close out Summer 2025 this Labor Day Weekend with fun for the whole family at Spruce Street Harbor Park, Cherry Street Pier, Race Street Pier, and Independence Blue Cross RiverRink SummerFest. Labor Day is the last chance for visitors to enjoy the boardwalk vibes at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest […]
Paws in the pool is back this year, and, due to popular demand, it's been extended for a whole week! Before they “paws” their pools for the season, the JCC invites their canine friends for a day of swimming, splashing and socializing in their fenced-in outdoor pool and grassy area! […]
Join Ms. Jana of Heartwell Yoga for an engaging class for caregivers and their children that weaves the themes of a children’s book into playful yoga postures, stories, music, breath work, and relaxation techniques. For ages 18 mos.-5 yrs. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Registration opens four weeks prior to each scheduled date. […]
Paws in the pool is back this year, and, due to popular demand, it's been extended for a whole week! Before they “paws” their pools for the season, the JCC invites their canine friends for a day of swimming, splashing and socializing in their fenced-in outdoor pool and grassy area! […]
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.
During the summer months, join Haverford Library’s Children’s librarians Mondays and Thursdays from 10:30 am-11:00 am for their popular outdoor program, Storytime Under the Trees, in local Havertown parks! This event is weather permitting - check the library's social media on days promising rain or excessive heat. In the event […]
Paws in the pool is back this year, and, due to popular demand, it's been extended for a whole week! Before they “paws” their pools for the season, the JCC invites their canine friends for a day of swimming, splashing and socializing in their fenced-in outdoor pool and grassy area! […]
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 […]
Kennet Square, the mushroom capital of the world, invites the public to their 40th Annual Mushroom Festival, celebrating "Harvesting 40 Years Together." This event, which draws thousands to Kennett Square, celebrates the local mushroom industry, considered one of the most sustainable farming industries in the country, and raises funds in […]
Come out for live music at Tredyffrin Township Concert Series this summer! Concerts will be held on Thursdays at 7:00 pm (unless otherwise noted) in Wilson Farm Park and are weather dependent. All concerts are free to the public. 2025 SCHEDULE: June 12, 2025: Tim Williams Band - Locust Lane Craft Brewery […]
Calling all little nature explorers! Join Scott Arboretum & Gardens for a morning full of singing, stories, crafts, and dancing. Each session is seasonally themed around nature and the garden. This program is designed for children ages 2 to 4 years old.
