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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A Christmas Story the Musical

A Christmas Story the Musical

Walnut Street Theatre 825 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Experience the charm and humor of A Christmas Story The Musical at the Walnut Street Theatre this holiday season. Join Ralphie and his family and experience their hilarious antics. Although he only has one holiday wish to get a Red Rider BB gun on Christmas morning, Ralphie finds himself foiled […]

LuLu Shriners FEZtival of Trees & Lights

LuLu Shriners FEZtival of Trees & Lights

LuLu Shriners 5140 Butler Pike, Plymouth Meeting, PA, United States

Get ready for an unforgettable family experience at LuLu Shriners enchanting public holiday event! Walk through a beautiful indoor forest of exceptionally decorated trees. Get crafty with children’s activities and face painting. Take home a FREE, 4K-digital photo with family, friends, and Santa. Enjoy refreshments, music, and shop the Marketplace […]

Pre-Recorded Astronomy Shows at Mather Planetarium at West Chester University

Mather Planetarium 750 S. Church St., West Chester, PA

This fall, join an exciting and educational pre-recorded show at WCU's Mather Planetarium. Dates and topics of these shows are: September 12, 2025: Black Holes: The Other Side of Infinity September 19, 2025: Astronaut October 17, 2025: Asteroid: Mission Extreme October 24, 2025: Oasis In Space November 14, 2025: Black […]

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 […]

Back to the Future the Musical at the Academy of Music

Academy of Music 240 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The '80's film classic Back to the Future rockets into Philadelphia as a thrilling Broadway musical that brings Marty McFly's time-traveling adventure to the stage. When Marty accidentally gets transported to 1955 in Doc Brown's time machine, he must race against time to fix history and find his way back […]

A Christmas Story the Musical

A Christmas Story the Musical

Walnut Street Theatre 825 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Experience the charm and humor of A Christmas Story The Musical at the Walnut Street Theatre this holiday season. Join Ralphie and his family and experience their hilarious antics. Although he only has one holiday wish to get a Red Rider BB gun on Christmas morning, Ralphie finds himself foiled […]

Swarthmore Farmers Market

Swarthmore Farmers Market

Swarthmore Borough Parking Lot 121 Park Avenue, Swarthmore, PA

The Swarthmore Farmers Market is a community-led market that brings fresh, locally sourced food to the Swarthmore Town Center parking lot. Open every Saturday from May to November with an average of 19 vendors every weekend, this market is a beloved weekend tradition for grocery shopping with the neighbors. Each […]

3rd Annual Holiday Clover Market

3rd Annual Holiday Clover Market

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

Kick off the holiday season at the 3rd annual Holiday Clover Market on November 22-23rd from 10 am-4 pm. Both days will offer indoor shopping opportunities at the Westtown School Athletic Center (Building 13) and the event is rain or shine. There is a one way road, Friends Meeting Lane, […]

LuLu Shriners FEZtival of Trees & Lights

LuLu Shriners FEZtival of Trees & Lights

LuLu Shriners 5140 Butler Pike, Plymouth Meeting, PA, United States

Get ready for an unforgettable family experience at LuLu Shriners enchanting public holiday event! Walk through a beautiful indoor forest of exceptionally decorated trees. Get crafty with children’s activities and face painting. Take home a FREE, 4K-digital photo with family, friends, and Santa. Enjoy refreshments, music, and shop the Marketplace […]

German Christmas Market in Phoenixville

Main Line Freunde Franklin Commons, 400 Franklin Avenue, Phoenixville, PA

Come for the holiday cheer, stay for food, drinks, amazing vendors and tons of family-friendly activities! Join Main Line Freunde in their venue, the unique and beautifully decorated Franklin Commons in Phoenixville. Soothing traditional Christmas music and the smell of mouth-watering treats will help you forget the pace of modern, […]

Turkey Tread Family Swim

Goldfish Swim School, Oaks 180 Mill Road, Oaks, United States

On Saturday, November 22nd from 1:00–2:30 pm, enjoy a festive splash at Goldfish's Turkey Tread Family Swim! This special Thanksgiving-themed event is FREE for everyone, but registration is required to reserve your spot. Bring the whole family to enjoy fun in the pool, plus a seasonal Thanksgiving craft to keep […]

Back to the Future the Musical at the Academy of Music

Academy of Music 240 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The '80's film classic Back to the Future rockets into Philadelphia as a thrilling Broadway musical that brings Marty McFly's time-traveling adventure to the stage. When Marty accidentally gets transported to 1955 in Doc Brown's time machine, he must race against time to fix history and find his way back […]

A Christmas Story the Musical

A Christmas Story the Musical

Walnut Street Theatre 825 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Experience the charm and humor of A Christmas Story The Musical at the Walnut Street Theatre this holiday season. Join Ralphie and his family and experience their hilarious antics. Although he only has one holiday wish to get a Red Rider BB gun on Christmas morning, Ralphie finds himself foiled […]

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 […]

Back to the Future the Musical at the Academy of Music

Academy of Music 240 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The '80's film classic Back to the Future rockets into Philadelphia as a thrilling Broadway musical that brings Marty McFly's time-traveling adventure to the stage. When Marty accidentally gets transported to 1955 in Doc Brown's time machine, he must race against time to fix history and find his way back […]

Berwyn Farmers’ Market

Berwyn Farmers’ Market

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 […]

LuLu Shriners FEZtival of Trees & Lights

LuLu Shriners FEZtival of Trees & Lights

LuLu Shriners 5140 Butler Pike, Plymouth Meeting, PA, United States

Get ready for an unforgettable family experience at LuLu Shriners enchanting public holiday event! Walk through a beautiful indoor forest of exceptionally decorated trees. Get crafty with children’s activities and face painting. Take home a FREE, 4K-digital photo with family, friends, and Santa. Enjoy refreshments, music, and shop the Marketplace […]

3rd Annual Holiday Clover Market

3rd Annual Holiday Clover Market

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

Kick off the holiday season at the 3rd annual Holiday Clover Market on November 22-23rd from 10 am-4 pm. Both days will offer indoor shopping opportunities at the Westtown School Athletic Center (Building 13) and the event is rain or shine. There is a one way road, Friends Meeting Lane, […]

Back to the Future the Musical at the Academy of Music

Academy of Music 240 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The '80's film classic Back to the Future rockets into Philadelphia as a thrilling Broadway musical that brings Marty McFly's time-traveling adventure to the stage. When Marty accidentally gets transported to 1955 in Doc Brown's time machine, he must race against time to fix history and find his way back […]

A Christmas Story the Musical

A Christmas Story the Musical

Walnut Street Theatre 825 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Experience the charm and humor of A Christmas Story The Musical at the Walnut Street Theatre this holiday season. Join Ralphie and his family and experience their hilarious antics. Although he only has one holiday wish to get a Red Rider BB gun on Christmas morning, Ralphie finds himself foiled […]

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 […]

Family Storytime-We are Thankful at the Upper Merion Township Library

Upper Merion Township Library 175 W Valley Forge Road, King of Prussia, PA

Join the Upper Merion Township Library for a 30-minute in-person program designed for families with children ages 2 - 5 years old and their parent/caregiver. This will be a fun engaging program for the whole family with interactive stories, music, rhythm, and movement activities in advance of Thanksgiving. SIGN UP […]

Itty Bitty Arts & Crafts – Turkeys at the Upper Darby Library Sellers Branch

Upper Darby Library - Sellers Branch 76 S. State Rd., Upper Darby, PA

Join the Upper Darby Library - Sellers Branch to create fun, seasonal crafts! Decorate a cupcake or two to look like a turkey, using candies and icing to make a tasty treat. Please include any food allergies/dietary restrictions when you register. Vanilla cupcakes will be used as the base. Registration […]

Thanks and Giving for Kids at Upper Merion Township Library

Upper Merion Township Library 175 W Valley Forge Road, King of Prussia, PA

Thanksgiving is not just about food, but about kindness, helping others, and gratitude. Join the Upper Merion Township Library to learn more about thankfulness and to do some fun projects to help others around the holidays in our community. This program is for grades K-4. Registration is required.

A Christmas Story the Musical

A Christmas Story the Musical

Walnut Street Theatre 825 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Experience the charm and humor of A Christmas Story The Musical at the Walnut Street Theatre this holiday season. Join Ralphie and his family and experience their hilarious antics. Although he only has one holiday wish to get a Red Rider BB gun on Christmas morning, Ralphie finds himself foiled […]

Back to the Future the Musical at the Academy of Music

Academy of Music 240 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The '80's film classic Back to the Future rockets into Philadelphia as a thrilling Broadway musical that brings Marty McFly's time-traveling adventure to the stage. When Marty accidentally gets transported to 1955 in Doc Brown's time machine, he must race against time to fix history and find his way back […]

Thanksgiving Holiday Classic – Charlie Brown Thanksgiving at the Media-Upper Providence Free Library

Media-Upper Providence Free Library 1 E. Front Street, Media, PA, United States

Join the Media-Upper Providence Free Library for a showing of A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving, the 1973 animated classic about friends gathering for the holiday. Enjoy a snack of pretzels, popcorn and jelly beans (Cheerio-type cereal available for a baby-friendly alternative). Bring a drink and a blanket for the floor if […]

Thanksgiving Story Time at the Phoenixville Public Library

Phoenixville Public Library 183 2nd Ave, Phoenixville, PA, United States

Join the Phoenixville Public Library for some Thanksgiving fun! Read stories, dance, and more! This program is for all ages. Storytimes will be offered at 10:15 and 11:15 am on November 26th. Please register for 1 session (10:15 am or 11:15 am) and let the library know how many people […]

Back to the Future the Musical at the Academy of Music

Academy of Music 240 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The '80's film classic Back to the Future rockets into Philadelphia as a thrilling Broadway musical that brings Marty McFly's time-traveling adventure to the stage. When Marty accidentally gets transported to 1955 in Doc Brown's time machine, he must race against time to fix history and find his way back […]

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 […]

Back to the Future the Musical at the Academy of Music

Academy of Music 240 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The '80's film classic Back to the Future rockets into Philadelphia as a thrilling Broadway musical that brings Marty McFly's time-traveling adventure to the stage. When Marty accidentally gets transported to 1955 in Doc Brown's time machine, he must race against time to fix history and find his way back […]

Chester County Turkey Trot

Downingtown West High School 445 Manor Ave., Downingtown, PA

The Chester County Turkey Trot has become a great holiday tradition for locals and their holiday guests. There's nothing better than spending time with friends and family on Thanksgiving Day. The Chester County community will once again come together for a fun social event and a great cause! Get a […]

West Chester Turkey Trot

Downtown West Chester - S. Church and E. Market St. West Chester, PA

Join Downtown West Chester and the West Chester Downtown Foundation for the 2nd Annual Turkey Trot on Thursday, November 27th starting at 8 am. This 5K run / 2K walk is a great way to kick off the holiday early. Bring your family & friends and plan for this to […]