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 Murmur in the Trees

    Haverford College Arboretum 370 Lancaster Avenue, Haverford, PA

    Back by popular demand, the event returns to the beautiful Haverford College Arboretum to celebrate Earth Day!

  • Crafting History: Water Marbling

    Historic St. George's Museum & Archives 326 New St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Create and decorate water marble bookmarks and journal covers at Historic St. George's! Note: Water marbling is free for all ages! Bring your own journal, or purchase one for $5.

  • Urinetown

    Urinetown
    Mullen Center for the Performing Arts 800 E. Lancaster Avenue, Villanova, PA, United States

    The Villanova Theatre presents Urinetown, a hilarious and subversive musical that depicts a drought stricken dystopian society where private toilets are outlawed and there is a fee to pee.

  • Urinetown

    Urinetown
    Mullen Center for the Performing Arts 800 E. Lancaster Avenue, Villanova, PA, United States

    The Villanova Theatre presents Urinetown, a hilarious and subversive musical that depicts a drought stricken dystopian society where private toilets are outlawed and there is a fee to pee.

  • Camp Kef Open House

    Kaiserman Jewish Community Center 45 Haverford Road, Wynnewood, PA

    Join Camp Director Katie and learn all about Camp Kef! Take a tour of our campus and see just how special Camp Kef is. This is a free event.

  • Make Your Own Lip Balm

    Plant4Good 100 Cricket Ave., Ardmore, PA

    Ready to craft your own natural lip balm? Join Carolyn from Plant 4 Good for a fun, hands-on workshop where you’ll learn to make lip balm using simple, natural ingredients.

  • Babble & Books at Harmony Kids Playhouse

    Babble & Books at Harmony Kids Playhouse
    Harmony Kids Playhouse 7 West Baltimore Ave., Media, PA

    Join HKP for a story time and play session designed to boost your child’s early language skills! Led by Ms. Tina, a Speech and Language Pathologist (SLP) from The Speech Language Center, Babble & Books combines 30 minutes of interactive story time with 30 minutes of open play.

  • DCS Symphony Explorers

    McNichol Art Gallery, Thomas A. Bruder Life Center Neumann University, Aston, PA Two Neumann Dr, Aston, PA, United States

    Enjoy a FREE introduction to symphonic music for elementary and middle school age students accompanied by a parent or guardian. Sponsored by Delaware County Symphony on Monday April 20, 2026 from 6:30 – 7:30 pm.

  • SunGate Educational Community Open House

    SunGate Educational Community 1193 Clover Mill Road, Chester Springs, PA, United States

    Experience a morning at SunGate. Join their morning activities and singing followed by a tour and conversation.

  • Story Walk Grand Opening

    Come to Strafford Park adjacent to the library to celebrate the Grand Opening of Tredyffrin Public Library's Story Walk!

  • Earth Day Yoga for Little Sprouts

    The Willows Mansion 490 Darby Paoli Road, Villanova, PA

    Celebrate our planet through play! This Earth Day-themed yoga adventure is perfect for ages 3-6, focusing on nature inspired poses, mindful storytelling, and a hands on craft.

  • Recycled Materials Tapestry Weaving

    Utility Works 32 East Baltimore Avenue, Lansdowne, PA

    Celebrate Earth Day by turning discarded materials into something beautiful. In this creative, hands-on workshop, fiber artist Elena Gans - Pfister will guide participants through the basics of tapestry weaving using a variety of recycled and repurposed materials.

  • Community Mural Painting with Brittany Grala

    This mural is designed as a welcoming, joyful, and collaborative mental health message. Community members of all ages can participate using a paint-by-numbers approach on April 23 - 25.

  • Pennsylvania Antiques Show at Valley Forge

    Valley Forge Casino Resort 1160 1st Ave, King of Prussia, PA, United States

    The Pennsylvania Antiques Show is a multi-day event held at the Valley Forge Casino Resort that showcases a curated selection of Americana, fine art, folk art, jewelry, and decorative arts from a wide range of time periods.

  • Piece of Cake Storytime

    Tredyffrin Library 582 Upper Gulph Road, Strafford, PA

    Come for a special and sweet storytime to celebrate National Library Week! We'll read stories about cake and share some cake from our friends at Nothing Bundt Cakes.

  • Urinetown

    Urinetown
    Mullen Center for the Performing Arts 800 E. Lancaster Avenue, Villanova, PA, United States

    The Villanova Theatre presents Urinetown, a hilarious and subversive musical that depicts a drought stricken dystopian society where private toilets are outlawed and there is a fee to pee.

  • Nature At Noon

    Nature At Noon
    The Academy of Natural Sciences 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Nature at Noon is designed to bring joy, inclusion, and curiosity to the lunch hour. These one-hour outdoor gatherings center accessibility, biodiversity, safety, and connection, with programming that bridges science, art, and community.

  • Wildflower Weekend

    Wildflower Weekend
    Mt. Cuba Center 3120 Barley Mill Rd., Hockessin, DE, United States

    Mt. Cuba’s Wildflower Weekend takes place for three full days, April 24-26, 2026. Experience a magnificent display of native spring blooms at the peak of their glory, enjoy three days of live music, gardening activities, outdoor family programming, and more.

  • PlayIn Time Children’s Music Circle at Stoneleigh

    PlayIn Time Children’s Music Circle
    Stoneleigh: A Natural Garden 1829 East County Line Road, Villanova, PA, United States

    Join PlayIn Time Productions for a weekly, interactive musical program geared toward children up to age five and their parents or caregivers. Instructor Miss Virginia will guide you and your child through warming up your bodies with movement, practicing listening skills using activities like freeze dances, and jamming to classic […]

  • Kid-Friendly Painting Event

    Sofia Rose Party by Design 123 E Lancaster Ave, Downingtown, PA, United States

    Join on Friday, April 24 from 5:30-7:30PM for a creative kid's night out!

  • Broadway Shabbat

    Temple Brith Achim 481 S Gulph Road, King of Prussia, PA

    What if Shabbat sounded like Broadway? On Friday, April 24, it does. Imagine Hamilton, Les Misérables, Fiddler on the Roof, Dear Evan Hansen, and Beauty and the Beast woven into every prayer, every blessing, and every sacred moment of Kabbalat Shabbat.

  • Urinetown

    Urinetown
    Mullen Center for the Performing Arts 800 E. Lancaster Avenue, Villanova, PA, United States

    The Villanova Theatre presents Urinetown, a hilarious and subversive musical that depicts a drought stricken dystopian society where private toilets are outlawed and there is a fee to pee.

  • Healthy Kids Day

    Phoenixville YMCA 400 E Pothouse Rd, Phoenixville, PA, United States

    The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is inviting its branch neighbors to join them for a FREE day of fun, family, and fitness, as it celebrates Healthy Kids Day on Saturday, April 25, 2026.

  • Bird Walks at Newlin Grist Mill

    Bird Walks at Newlin Grist Mill
    Newlin Grist Mill 219 Cheyney Road, Glen Mills, PA

    Newlin Grist Mill and Wild Birds Unlimited (Glen Mills) have teamed up to explore the wonderful world of bird life! Join them for monthly naturalist-led walks through the 160-acre park at Newlin Grist Mill. Visitors will meet year-round residents, visit exciting migrants, and learn the basics of bird identification and […]

  • Community Yard Sale at Saint Luke

    Saint Luke Lutheran Church 203 North Valley Forge Road, Devon, PA, United States

    Enjoy a fun-filled community yard sale on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Saint Luke in Devon!

  • Beauty on Budget

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

    Beauty on Budget is a semi-annual consignment sale offering gently used clothing and accessories for teens and women.

  • Earth Day at Newlin Grist Mill

    Newlin Grist Mill 219 Cheyney Road, Glen Mills, PA

    Help celebrate nature and protect the environment with the Earth Day volunteer event at Newlin Grist Mill. This event will be on Saturday, April 25, 2026 in two sessions - 9:30 am-12:30 pm & 1:30-4:30 pm. Each year, Newlin brings together diverse volunteers from the community, including individuals, families, scout […]

  • Festival of Colors

    East Goshen Park 1661 Paoli Pike, West Chester, PA

    Family-friendly Festival of Colors — celebrating 10 years in Chester County with safe, natural colors for kids.

  • ElderNet’s 50th Anniversary Celebration

    The Bryn Mawr Gazebo 9 S. Bryn Mawr Avenue, Bryn Mawr, PA

    Time to celebrate 50 years with food, entertainment and more! For 50 years, ElderNet has been the quiet force helping older adults in Lower Merion and Narberth remain safe, nourished, and connected at home.

  • Independent Bookstore Day

    Main Point Books 116 N. Wayne Avenue, Wayne, PA

    Join in on a day filled with authors, illustrators, exclusive merchandise, giveaways, and fun on April 25th at Main Point Books in Wayne.