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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November Museum Tinies (3 sessions)

November Museum Tinies (3 sessions)

Please Touch Museum Memorial Hall, 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA

Join Please Touch Museum on three Sundays for 45-minute sessions to connect with other families and build a variety of cognitive and social-emotional skills through enriching music, stories, play, and art. Museum Tinies is offered on three Sundays each month from 11:30 AM – 12:15 PM. The cost is $30 […]

Waldron Mercy Academy Fall Open House

Waldron Mercy Academy 513 Montgomery Avenue, Merion Station, PA, United States

Join us at our Fall Open House on November 3rd from 1-3pm! Enjoy a brief information session, school tours led by our 8th grade ambassadors, and the opportunity to meet with teachers and administration! RSVP: https://forms.gle/4G96xnW76dNiGtmZ6

Westtown School Open House & Group Tours

Westtown School Open House & Group Tours

Westtown School 975 Westtown Road, West Chester, PA, United States

Open House for Grades 6 to 12 on November 3, 2024 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Westtown’s Middle and Upper School Open House on Sunday, November 3 is an excellent opportunity to meet and connect with faculty, students, and tour our 600-acre campus. Our Quaker Pre-K – 12 day and […]

Main Line Math Festival

Main Line Classical Academy 455 S. Roberts Road, Bryn Mawr, PA, United States

Come and discover for yourself the joy and beauty of mathematics! Solve challenging puzzles, build tricky structures, create colorful symmetrical artwork, play games, and most importantly, have fun! Activities geared towards kids ages 5–12 accompanied by adults. Older students can help out as assistants. You can either register to volunteer (adults […]

The Candy Lab – Make Taylor Swift Edible Crafts

The Candy Lab 22 E Lancaster Avenue, Ardmore, PA

Join The Candy Lab on November 3 from 3–4 pm as they make four yummy and Swift-i-licious edible art crafts! Perfect for ages 5 and up! Just $20 per crafter (plus $1.20 sales tax).

XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness

XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness

Please Touch Museum Memorial Hall, 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA

Share, listen, connect, ask, and learn about feelings and emotions at XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness, at the Please Touch Museum from September 27, 2024–January 12, 2025. Through facial expressions, words, movement, art making and other hands-on activities, XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness provides children and caregivers the […]

Learn, Play & Grow!

Learn, Play & Grow!

Malvern Library 1 E 1st Avenue, Suite 2, Malvern, PA

Join the Malvern Library for an hour of play! They'll take out the library's collection of building blocks, toys, and games, and have a great time. This program, though overseen by Miss Emily, is self driven, and gives children a chance to socialize or focus on solo work that strengthens […]

Turtle Dance Music, Dance and Comedy Show (In Person & Online)

Middletown Free Library 464 S Old Middletown Road, Media, PA, United States

All Ages + Sensory-Friendly/Autism-Friendly! Turtle Dance Music is a “turtle-riffic” musical experience that is designed to engage children through songs, movement activities, children’s stories, and interactive music technology! The show is crafted to be inclusive for all children, including children on the autism spectrum, and a great time for parents and caregivers! Each […]

Jr. Homeschool Hangout

Tredyffrin Library 582 Upper Gulph Road, Strafford, PA

Join Homeschool Hangout at the library. Read a book and do activities related to what you read. For Ages 5 to 7. Registration starts November 1st.

Election Day Bake Sale

Penn Wynne Library 130 Overbrook Parkway, Wynnewood, PA, United States

Come out and support the library's continued existence as an essential community resource—by partaking in delicious treats and locally roasted coffee! Coffee provided by: PA Coffee Co. Bake Sale Menu: GF Flourless Brownie w/ Dulce de Leche Caramelized Cornflake Brownie Vanilla Pound Cake Choc. Chip Cupcakes Cookie Sandwiches Jewish Apple […]

Election Day Camp

The Candy Lab 22 E Lancaster Avenue, Ardmore, PA

Join the Candy Lab on Election Day, Tuesday, November 5, 2024 as they make election- and fall-themed edible art, 10 am–12 pm. They’ll be making eight delectable, edible crafts plus a load of fun games for just $40 (plus $2.40 sales tax) per crafter.

Igloo Garden on the Green at KOP Town Center

Igloo Garden on the Green at KOP Town Center

King of Prussia Town Center 155 Village Drive, King of Prussia, PA

King of Prussia District and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia present Igloo Garden on the Green, a dreamy outdoor dining experience returning to King of Prussia Town Center, daily Nov. 5–19. Each heated igloo features sparking lights, a Bluetooth speaker and cozy furnishings and can seat up to six people for […]

Lego Club with Snapology

Lego Club with Snapology

Marple Public Library 2599 Sproul Road, Broomall, PA, United States

Drop in anytime between 4:30–5:30 pm and show off your creativity with free-form building! Location: Library Meeting Room For kids ages 5+ No Registration Required! Meeting Room holds 100 people. First Come, first served! Thank you to Snapology of Newtown Square for sponsoring this event!

Jump into Science

Jump into Science

Easttown Library 720 First Avenue, Berwyn, PA, United States

Join the Easttown Library to explore and conduct exciting experiments that make learning about science both educational and entertaining. Recommended for grades K–2; registration is required.

AIM Academy – Virtual Information Session

Online

Discover innovative teaching and fearless learning by attending a virtual information session at Pennsylvania's largest college-prep school for bright children with language-based learning differences. Once you've learned more about AIM, you will be invited to join us for a Tuesday Tour to experience AIM in action. Upcoming Virtual Information Sessions […]

XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness

XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness

Please Touch Museum Memorial Hall, 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA

Share, listen, connect, ask, and learn about feelings and emotions at XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness, at the Please Touch Museum from September 27, 2024–January 12, 2025. Through facial expressions, words, movement, art making and other hands-on activities, XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness provides children and caregivers the […]

First Wednesday at Please Touch Museum

Please Touch Museum Memorial Hall, 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA

Join PTM as they celebrate National Native American Heritage Month through art making activities and story time! Please Touch Museum is happy to celebrate the traditions and contributions of friends who have roots in Indigenous culture. Included with museum admission.

Gladwyne Montessori Open House

Gladwyne Montessori Open House

Gladwyne Montessori 920 Youngsford Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Join Becca Williams, Director of Admissions, on Gladwyne Montessori's campus for an admissions open house! September 25 at 9:30 am November 6 at 9:30 am Register here.

Ardmore Library Music Playgroup

Ardmore Library Music Playgroup

Ardmore Library 108 Ardmore Avenue, Ardmore, PA

Learn to make music with songs and simple instruments! Program is 30 minutes followed by 30 minutes of playtime. They will meet in the Processing Center Meeting Room behind Ardmore Library, unless the weather is lovely, which then we will meet outside. Ages preschool and younger. Weekly registration is required. […]

Fall Wednesday Walkabouts

Fall Wednesday Walkabouts

Jenkins Arboretum 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, United States

Get outside and discover Jenkins with us on Wednesdays this fall (Sept. 4–Nov. 13) from 1–2 pm. Hosted by Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens staff, these are walking tours through their glorious gardens. Each week will have a different focus depending on the staff leader and the seasonal landscape. Topics could […]

Kimberton Waldorf School: High School Open House

Kimberton Waldorf School 410 W. Seven Stars Road, Phoenixville, PA, United States

Discover the Kimberton Waldorf High School on Thursday, November 7, 2024 from 8:15–10:15 am. The High School provides a rich, rigorous, immersive academic experience for students in grades nine through twelve. Teachers craft experiences which sharpen students’ growing intellectual capacities and strengthen their powers of judgment and creative thinking, while […]

XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness

XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness

Please Touch Museum Memorial Hall, 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA

Share, listen, connect, ask, and learn about feelings and emotions at XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness, at the Please Touch Museum from September 27, 2024–January 12, 2025. Through facial expressions, words, movement, art making and other hands-on activities, XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness provides children and caregivers the […]

Just Between Friends – Huge Kids Resale Event

Just Between Friends – Huge Kids Resale Event

Greater Philadelphia Expo Center 100 Station Avenue, Oaks, PA, United States

Shop and save on everything your growing children need for the upcoming fall and winter seasons at the Just Between Friends (JBF) resale event. The JBF sale opens with a presale on Monday, Nov. 4 (tickets required) and runs through Sunday, Nov. 10. You'll save 50–90% off retail prices on […]

Fall 2024 Children’s Read Aloud Program

Fall 2024 Children’s Read Aloud Program

Brandywine Museum of Art 1 Hoffmans Mill Road, Chadds Ford, PA, United States

Young children and their grown-ups hear a story, interact with art in the Museum and make their own creative works in this popular program. This program will be held at the Brandywine Museum of Art. Fall Read-Aloud Schedule October 10: “Don’t Feed the Coos!” by Jonathan Stutzman October 17: “Grandma […]

Chess Club for School Age Kids

Malvern Library 1 E 1st Avenue, Suite 2, Malvern, PA

Join Miss Emily for chess club! All levels welcome. This club meets for about 45 minutes!

Just Between Friends – Huge Kids Resale Event

Just Between Friends – Huge Kids Resale Event

Greater Philadelphia Expo Center 100 Station Avenue, Oaks, PA, United States

Shop and save on everything your growing children need for the upcoming fall and winter seasons at the Just Between Friends (JBF) resale event. The JBF sale opens with a presale on Monday, Nov. 4 (tickets required) and runs through Sunday, Nov. 10. You'll save 50–90% off retail prices on […]

XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness

XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness

Please Touch Museum Memorial Hall, 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA

Share, listen, connect, ask, and learn about feelings and emotions at XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness, at the Please Touch Museum from September 27, 2024–January 12, 2025. Through facial expressions, words, movement, art making and other hands-on activities, XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness provides children and caregivers the […]

Movin’ & Groovin’

Movin’ & Groovin’

Easttown Library 720 First Avenue, Berwyn, PA, United States

Bring your little one to the Easttown Libray to read, dance, groove and have fun! Your child's self-confidence will grow with each step. Recommended for ages 3–6; no registration required.

Westtown School Open House & Group Tours

Westtown School Open House & Group Tours

Westtown School 975 Westtown Road, West Chester, PA, United States

Pre-K to 1st Grade Group Tour on Friday, November 8 at 10:00 a.m. Are you looking ahead to a future year? Would you prefer to tour with friends who are also exploring schools? Do you want to join a tour with other families to hear what kinds of questions they […]

Holiday Book Sale

Holiday Book Sale

Tredyffrin Library 582 Upper Gulph Road, Strafford, PA

The Friends of Tredyffrin Public Library are happy to present their Holiday Book Sale. Stop in for items to give as gifts or just a gift for yourself! The sale takes place on the lower level on the library during regular library hours. They accept Cash, Credit, & Venmo.

Igloo Garden on the Green at KOP Town Center

Igloo Garden on the Green at KOP Town Center

King of Prussia Town Center 155 Village Drive, King of Prussia, PA

King of Prussia District and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia present Igloo Garden on the Green, a dreamy outdoor dining experience returning to King of Prussia Town Center, daily Nov. 5–19. Each heated igloo features sparking lights, a Bluetooth speaker and cozy furnishings and can seat up to six people for […]

Fun Friday: Cookies & Donuts

Belmont Hills Library 120 Mary Watersford Road, Bala Cynwyd, PA

All are welcome for a fun cookies and donut craft at the Belmont Hills Library. Drop by between 3 and 5 PM, no registration required!

Just Between Friends – Huge Kids Resale Event

Just Between Friends – Huge Kids Resale Event

Greater Philadelphia Expo Center 100 Station Avenue, Oaks, PA, United States

Shop and save on everything your growing children need for the upcoming fall and winter seasons at the Just Between Friends (JBF) resale event. The JBF sale opens with a presale on Monday, Nov. 4 (tickets required) and runs through Sunday, Nov. 10. You'll save 50–90% off retail prices on […]