The Best Things To Do Around the Main Line with Kids

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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 […]

The Brandywine Railroad

The Brandywine Railroad

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

A holiday favorite since 1972, the Brandywine Railroad features trains running on 2,000 feet of track and contains more than 1,000 pieces, including locomotives, passenger and freight trains, and trolleys that pass through a small village, a farm, factories, a drive-in movie theater and even a carnival. A dazzling array […]

Morris Arboretum & Gardens’ Holiday Garden Railway

Morris Arboretum & Gardens: Holiday Garden Railway

Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E. Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

Make your holiday even more magical with a visit to the Holiday Garden Railway, as it is transformed for the seasons with thousands of twinkling lights! See the enchanting model train rail cars in a festive wonderland of lights and sounds, a marvelous experience for visitors of all ages! Open […]

Winter Wonderland Tea

Winter Wonderland Tea

A Taste of Britain Eagle Village Shops 503 West Lancaster Avenue, Wayne, PA

Join A Taste of Britain this holiday season for a Winter Wonderland Tea, an annual tradition at this English-style tea shop restaurant and market. Their Winter Wonderland Tea features a delectable, set menu for adults and another menu for children. Visit their website for menu details. Winter Wonderland Teas are […]

Quiet Mornings at Elmwood Park Zoo

Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PA

On the last Thursday of every month, the zoo will open an hour early for Quiet Mornings. This is a great opportunity for our guests with special needs and their families to enjoy a more relaxing visit to the zoo. Quiet Mornings offer a less-crowded setting before the zoo opens […]

Hanukkah Celebration

Hanukkah Celebration at Sesame Place

Sesame Place 100 Sesame Road, Langhorne, PA

Celebrate Hanukkah at Sesame Place Philadelphia with your favorite Sesame Street friends as they play a game of dreidel, light the Menorah, dance to festive music, and learn all about Hanukkah during a special story time! Don't miss these events: Menorah lighting ceremony Hanukkah story time Hanukkah activity station Baby […]

Flow (2024 Animated Film; PG)

Flow (2024 Animated Film; PG)

Bryn Mawr Film Institute 824 Lancaster Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA, United States

As a great flood engulfs his home, a black cat unites with a capybara, a lemur, a bird, and a dog on an epic search for dry land. Lauded by IndieWire as “one of the most groundbreaking animated films about nature since Bambi,” this wordless and wonderous adventure will make your heart swell […]

Suburban Square Menorah Lighting

Suburban Square Anderson & Coulter Avenue, Ardmore, PA

Suburban Square invites the community to come together and celebrate the eight days of Hanukkah with a special Menorah Lighting event on Thursday, December 26th, starting at 5:00 p.m. The celebration will kick off with the traditional lighting of the Menorah on the Lawn, followed by family-friendly activities throughout the […]

Hanukkah Candle Lighting

Manayunk Main Street Main Street Manayunk, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Manayunk Shines bright for the Festival of Lights. Join us on Thursday, December 26th at 5PM for a magical Hanukkah candle lighting in Canal View Park with Chabad of Northwest Philadelphia. Enjoy candles, delicious latkes, and so much more! Eight Crazy Nights of Hanukkah Giveaway in Manayunk Back again this […]

Wicked (2024 Film; PG)

Wicked (2024 Film; PG)

Bryn Mawr Film Institute 824 Lancaster Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA, United States

Multiple showtimes through Jan. 9. Check theatre schedule. Wicked, the untold story of the witches of Oz, dazzles on the big screen! The film stars Emmy, Grammy and Tony winning powerhouse Cynthia Erivo (Harriet, Broadway’s The Color Purple) as Elphaba, a young woman, misunderstood because of her unusual green skin, […]

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 […]

The Brandywine Railroad

The Brandywine Railroad

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

A holiday favorite since 1972, the Brandywine Railroad features trains running on 2,000 feet of track and contains more than 1,000 pieces, including locomotives, passenger and freight trains, and trolleys that pass through a small village, a farm, factories, a drive-in movie theater and even a carnival. A dazzling array […]

Morris Arboretum & Gardens’ Holiday Garden Railway

Morris Arboretum & Gardens: Holiday Garden Railway

Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E. Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

Make your holiday even more magical with a visit to the Holiday Garden Railway, as it is transformed for the seasons with thousands of twinkling lights! See the enchanting model train rail cars in a festive wonderland of lights and sounds, a marvelous experience for visitors of all ages! Open […]

Glice Skating at Linvilla Orchards

Glice Skating at Linvilla Orchards

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

Experience the magic of the season at Linvilla Orchards' Glice Skating Rink in Christmasland! Set amidst a winter wonderland of festive lights, holiday decorations, and the charm of our rustic family farm, the rink offers unforgettable holiday fun for all ages. This eco-friendly synthetic ice rink allows you to glide […]

Hanukkah Celebration

Hanukkah Celebration at Sesame Place

Sesame Place 100 Sesame Road, Langhorne, PA

Celebrate Hanukkah at Sesame Place Philadelphia with your favorite Sesame Street friends as they play a game of dreidel, light the Menorah, dance to festive music, and learn all about Hanukkah during a special story time! Don't miss these events: Menorah lighting ceremony Hanukkah story time Hanukkah activity station Baby […]

Flow (2024 Animated Film; PG)

Flow (2024 Animated Film; PG)

Bryn Mawr Film Institute 824 Lancaster Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA, United States

As a great flood engulfs his home, a black cat unites with a capybara, a lemur, a bird, and a dog on an epic search for dry land. Lauded by IndieWire as “one of the most groundbreaking animated films about nature since Bambi,” this wordless and wonderous adventure will make your heart swell […]

Mickey’s Hanukkah Party

The Barn Yard 305 2nd Avenue, #212, Collegeville, PA

Come and celebrate Hanukkah with Mickey and The Barn Yard! Festivities include a craft corner, donut bar, and games! First child ticket is $30 and includes one adult. Each additional child is $25 and additional adults are $10. $20 for Members.

Wicked (2024 Film; PG)

Wicked (2024 Film; PG)

Bryn Mawr Film Institute 824 Lancaster Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA, United States

Multiple showtimes through Jan. 9. Check theatre schedule. Wicked, the untold story of the witches of Oz, dazzles on the big screen! The film stars Emmy, Grammy and Tony winning powerhouse Cynthia Erivo (Harriet, Broadway’s The Color Purple) as Elphaba, a young woman, misunderstood because of her unusual green skin, […]

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 […]

Kwanzaa Celebration

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

Celebrate Kwanzaa with engaging storyt ime sessions and interactive activities that highlight the rich traditions and principles of this holiday. Free with regular admission.

The Brandywine Railroad

The Brandywine Railroad

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

A holiday favorite since 1972, the Brandywine Railroad features trains running on 2,000 feet of track and contains more than 1,000 pieces, including locomotives, passenger and freight trains, and trolleys that pass through a small village, a farm, factories, a drive-in movie theater and even a carnival. A dazzling array […]

Morris Arboretum & Gardens’ Holiday Garden Railway

Morris Arboretum & Gardens: Holiday Garden Railway

Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E. Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

Make your holiday even more magical with a visit to the Holiday Garden Railway, as it is transformed for the seasons with thousands of twinkling lights! See the enchanting model train rail cars in a festive wonderland of lights and sounds, a marvelous experience for visitors of all ages! Open […]

Winter Wonderland Tea

Winter Wonderland Tea

A Taste of Britain Eagle Village Shops 503 West Lancaster Avenue, Wayne, PA

Join A Taste of Britain this holiday season for a Winter Wonderland Tea, an annual tradition at this English-style tea shop restaurant and market. Their Winter Wonderland Tea features a delectable, set menu for adults and another menu for children. Visit their website for menu details. Winter Wonderland Teas are […]

Glice Skating at Linvilla Orchards

Glice Skating at Linvilla Orchards

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

Experience the magic of the season at Linvilla Orchards' Glice Skating Rink in Christmasland! Set amidst a winter wonderland of festive lights, holiday decorations, and the charm of our rustic family farm, the rink offers unforgettable holiday fun for all ages. This eco-friendly synthetic ice rink allows you to glide […]

Hanukkah Celebration

Hanukkah Celebration at Sesame Place

Sesame Place 100 Sesame Road, Langhorne, PA

Celebrate Hanukkah at Sesame Place Philadelphia with your favorite Sesame Street friends as they play a game of dreidel, light the Menorah, dance to festive music, and learn all about Hanukkah during a special story time! Don't miss these events: Menorah lighting ceremony Hanukkah story time Hanukkah activity station Baby […]

Flow (2024 Animated Film; PG)

Flow (2024 Animated Film; PG)

Bryn Mawr Film Institute 824 Lancaster Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA, United States

As a great flood engulfs his home, a black cat unites with a capybara, a lemur, a bird, and a dog on an epic search for dry land. Lauded by IndieWire as “one of the most groundbreaking animated films about nature since Bambi,” this wordless and wonderous adventure will make your heart swell […]

Wicked (2024 Film; PG)

Wicked (2024 Film; PG)

Bryn Mawr Film Institute 824 Lancaster Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA, United States

Multiple showtimes through Jan. 9. Check theatre schedule. Wicked, the untold story of the witches of Oz, dazzles on the big screen! The film stars Emmy, Grammy and Tony winning powerhouse Cynthia Erivo (Harriet, Broadway’s The Color Purple) as Elphaba, a young woman, misunderstood because of her unusual green skin, […]

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 […]

The Brandywine Railroad

The Brandywine Railroad

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

A holiday favorite since 1972, the Brandywine Railroad features trains running on 2,000 feet of track and contains more than 1,000 pieces, including locomotives, passenger and freight trains, and trolleys that pass through a small village, a farm, factories, a drive-in movie theater and even a carnival. A dazzling array […]

Morris Arboretum & Gardens’ Holiday Garden Railway

Morris Arboretum & Gardens: Holiday Garden Railway

Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E. Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

Make your holiday even more magical with a visit to the Holiday Garden Railway, as it is transformed for the seasons with thousands of twinkling lights! See the enchanting model train rail cars in a festive wonderland of lights and sounds, a marvelous experience for visitors of all ages! Open […]

Winter Wonderland Tea

Winter Wonderland Tea

A Taste of Britain Eagle Village Shops 503 West Lancaster Avenue, Wayne, PA

Join A Taste of Britain this holiday season for a Winter Wonderland Tea, an annual tradition at this English-style tea shop restaurant and market. Their Winter Wonderland Tea features a delectable, set menu for adults and another menu for children. Visit their website for menu details. Winter Wonderland Teas are […]

Glice Skating at Linvilla Orchards

Glice Skating at Linvilla Orchards

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

Experience the magic of the season at Linvilla Orchards' Glice Skating Rink in Christmasland! Set amidst a winter wonderland of festive lights, holiday decorations, and the charm of our rustic family farm, the rink offers unforgettable holiday fun for all ages. This eco-friendly synthetic ice rink allows you to glide […]

Hanukkah Celebration

Hanukkah Celebration at Sesame Place

Sesame Place 100 Sesame Road, Langhorne, PA

Celebrate Hanukkah at Sesame Place Philadelphia with your favorite Sesame Street friends as they play a game of dreidel, light the Menorah, dance to festive music, and learn all about Hanukkah during a special story time! Don't miss these events: Menorah lighting ceremony Hanukkah story time Hanukkah activity station Baby […]

Flow (2024 Animated Film; PG)

Flow (2024 Animated Film; PG)

Bryn Mawr Film Institute 824 Lancaster Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA, United States

As a great flood engulfs his home, a black cat unites with a capybara, a lemur, a bird, and a dog on an epic search for dry land. Lauded by IndieWire as “one of the most groundbreaking animated films about nature since Bambi,” this wordless and wonderous adventure will make your heart swell […]

Yardley Chanukah Village

Downtown Yardley Main Street, Yardley, PA

Enjoy an enriching holiday experience for the whole family as Main Street Yardley is transformed into a magical Chanukah village! Pick up your map at Buttonwood Park and stroll down Main Street as you enjoy exciting Chanukah activities, giveaways, and treats at participating vendors along the way. The Grand Menorah […]