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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Sensory Play Time At Ridley Township Library

Ridley Township Public Library & Resource Center 100 E Macdade Blvd., Folsom, PA

Sensory Play Time is designed for children who are on the Autism Spectrum and/or Neurodivergent. Held tuesdays at 9 am for ages 5 and under (siblings welcome). Come build with blocks, play with toys and puppets, color, and explore sensory bins — all at your own pace. They will conclude […]

Indoor Mini Golf

Indoor Mini Golf

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

Tee up of Linvilla Orchards "Fore! The Planet" mini golf, open every day until April 6th. This highly interactive and playful museum exhibit was created by the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia. Eighteen unique educational holes explore butterfly metamorphosis, a tropical rain forest, evolution, dinosaur extinction, food chains, and […]

Body Worlds: Vital

Body Worlds: Vital

Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Franklin Institute presents the next chapter in the worldwide phenomenon with BODY WORLDS: Vital. This captivating exhibition features real human specimens, including whole-body plastinates that reveal the body's complexity, resilience, and vulnerability through a fascinating journey of discovery under the surface of the skin. It will also showcase the remarkable capability […]

LEGOLAND Build the Thrill Event

LEGOLAND Build the Thrill Event

LEGOLAND Discovery Center Plymouth Meeting Mall, 500 W. Germantown Pike, Plymouth Meeting, PA, United States

Get ready to race at the LEGO® F1®-themed "Build the Thrill Event" happening at LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia from March 6–April 27. You'll get hands-on fun with LEGO® bricks to create a minifigure driver and build an ultimate race car, before putting them through their paces. Head to the pit […]

KOP Restaurant Week

KOP Restaurant Week

King of Prussia District King of Prussia, PA, United States

Mark your calendars for KOP Restaurant Week, March 3–14, 2025 when you can dine out and shop for a cause! Indulge in exclusive prix-fixe lunch and dinner menus, with a portion of the proceeds supporting Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s (CHOP) King of Prussia Campus. Short on time? KOP’s fast-casual spots […]

Middle School Meetup (Grades 5-8)

Middle School Meetup (Grades 5-8)

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

Middle School Meetup is where kids in grades 5–8 can come play games, make crafts, or just hang out with friends. No registration required but you must be in grades 5–8.  You do not need to arrive right at 3:30, this is open house style where you may come for […]

Jigsaw Puzzle Exchange

Paoli Library 18 Darby Road, Paoli, PA

Recycle the jigsaw puzzles you've already done and pick up some new-to-you challenges. While you're looking, you can chat with other puzzle-lovers and enjoy a light snack. Bring a puzzle, take a puzzle. Bring three, take three. Bring 10, take 10! You're also welcome to donate puzzles any time, so […]

Tween / Teen ART Night: Colorful Creations in Alcohol INKS

The Free Range Art Studio 381 Brinton Lake Rd, Thornton, PA, United States

This Tween/Teen Art night is a fun, laid-back "art experience," perfect for kids ages 10+, which brings kids together and allows them to experiment with ART! (Older teens are encouraged to join, too!) No experience is necessary, but yet those with more experience in art are encouraged to move forward […]

$44

Voyage to the Deep – Underwater Adventures at Please Touch Museum

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

Dive into an underwater adventure at Voyage to the Deep – Underwater Adventures! Running Feb. 1–May 10 at Philadelphia’s Please Touch Museum, this hands-on exhibit brings the exciting world of submarines and sea exploration to life, inspired by the classic story 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea by Jules Verne. At VOYAGE TO […]

Indoor Mini Golf

Indoor Mini Golf

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

Tee up of Linvilla Orchards "Fore! The Planet" mini golf, open every day until April 6th. This highly interactive and playful museum exhibit was created by the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia. Eighteen unique educational holes explore butterfly metamorphosis, a tropical rain forest, evolution, dinosaur extinction, food chains, and […]

Body Worlds: Vital

Body Worlds: Vital

Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Franklin Institute presents the next chapter in the worldwide phenomenon with BODY WORLDS: Vital. This captivating exhibition features real human specimens, including whole-body plastinates that reveal the body's complexity, resilience, and vulnerability through a fascinating journey of discovery under the surface of the skin. It will also showcase the remarkable capability […]

Winter Wonder at Longwood Gardens

Winter Wonder at Longwood Gardens

Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, PA

Feel the Warmth this Winter at Longwood! There’s no better place to chase away winter than in Longwood Gardens' stunning glasshouses. Make it a day for the whole family and bask in the beauty of their new West Conservatory as this architectural showstopper begins its peak flowering season. Stroll their […]

LEGOLAND Build the Thrill Event

LEGOLAND Build the Thrill Event

LEGOLAND Discovery Center Plymouth Meeting Mall, 500 W. Germantown Pike, Plymouth Meeting, PA, United States

Get ready to race at the LEGO® F1®-themed "Build the Thrill Event" happening at LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia from March 6–April 27. You'll get hands-on fun with LEGO® bricks to create a minifigure driver and build an ultimate race car, before putting them through their paces. Head to the pit […]

Budding Naturalists – Late Spring Session starts March 19th!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA

Register now for Late Spring session starting March 19! Riverbend believes in the joy that comes from time spent outdoors. Budding Naturalists, Riverbend's Caregiver and Me Program, seeks to foster a connection with nature for young learners, ages 2–5 years old. Join Riverbend educators for a preschool-friendly nature-based program that […]

$120
KOP Restaurant Week

KOP Restaurant Week

King of Prussia District King of Prussia, PA, United States

Mark your calendars for KOP Restaurant Week, March 3–14, 2025 when you can dine out and shop for a cause! Indulge in exclusive prix-fixe lunch and dinner menus, with a portion of the proceeds supporting Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s (CHOP) King of Prussia Campus. Short on time? KOP’s fast-casual spots […]

St Patrick’s Day Crafternoon

Gladwyne Library 362 Righters Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

St Patrick's Day is right around the corner! Come to the Gladwyne library between 3– 5 pm to create a fun leprechaun craft! They'll have colorful paper, stickers, and markers to decorate with.

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.

Voyage to the Deep – Underwater Adventures at Please Touch Museum

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

Dive into an underwater adventure at Voyage to the Deep – Underwater Adventures! Running Feb. 1–May 10 at Philadelphia’s Please Touch Museum, this hands-on exhibit brings the exciting world of submarines and sea exploration to life, inspired by the classic story 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea by Jules Verne. At VOYAGE TO […]

Indoor Mini Golf

Indoor Mini Golf

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

Tee up of Linvilla Orchards "Fore! The Planet" mini golf, open every day until April 6th. This highly interactive and playful museum exhibit was created by the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia. Eighteen unique educational holes explore butterfly metamorphosis, a tropical rain forest, evolution, dinosaur extinction, food chains, and […]

Just Between Friends – Children’s Resale Event in Oaks

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

Shop the Just Between Friends children's resale event in Oaks this spring, March 13–16. You'll save money on clothes, shoes, books, toys and all the baby gear you need for the next season of your child's life. Visit the website for the full schedule with times for Presale, Opening Day, […]

Just Between Friends – Children’s Resale Event in Haverford

Gardner Integrated Athletic Center (GIAC), Haverford College ​​​370 Lancaster Avenue, Haverford, PA

Shop the Just Between Friends children's resale event in Haverford this spring, March 13–15. You'll save money on clothes, shoes, books, toys and all the baby gear you need for the next season of your child's life. Visit the website for the full schedule with times for Presale, Opening Day, […]

Spring Toddler Time at Treehouse World

Spring Toddler Time at Treehouse World

Treehouse World 1442 Phoenixville Pike, West Chester, PA

Treehouse World in West Chester offers preschool-aged children a unique opportunity to explore nature through imaginative play during their Spring Toddler Time sessions. Set in a beautiful outdoor environment, kids can discover treehouses, climbing structures, and nature trails that spark creativity and problem-solving skills. This experience helps children develop a […]

$12.00
Body Worlds: Vital

Body Worlds: Vital

Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Franklin Institute presents the next chapter in the worldwide phenomenon with BODY WORLDS: Vital. This captivating exhibition features real human specimens, including whole-body plastinates that reveal the body's complexity, resilience, and vulnerability through a fascinating journey of discovery under the surface of the skin. It will also showcase the remarkable capability […]

Winter Wonder at Longwood Gardens

Winter Wonder at Longwood Gardens

Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, PA

Feel the Warmth this Winter at Longwood! There’s no better place to chase away winter than in Longwood Gardens' stunning glasshouses. Make it a day for the whole family and bask in the beauty of their new West Conservatory as this architectural showstopper begins its peak flowering season. Stroll their […]

LEGOLAND Build the Thrill Event

LEGOLAND Build the Thrill Event

LEGOLAND Discovery Center Plymouth Meeting Mall, 500 W. Germantown Pike, Plymouth Meeting, PA, United States

Get ready to race at the LEGO® F1®-themed "Build the Thrill Event" happening at LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia from March 6–April 27. You'll get hands-on fun with LEGO® bricks to create a minifigure driver and build an ultimate race car, before putting them through their paces. Head to the pit […]

KOP Restaurant Week

KOP Restaurant Week

King of Prussia District King of Prussia, PA, United States

Mark your calendars for KOP Restaurant Week, March 3–14, 2025 when you can dine out and shop for a cause! Indulge in exclusive prix-fixe lunch and dinner menus, with a portion of the proceeds supporting Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s (CHOP) King of Prussia Campus. Short on time? KOP’s fast-casual spots […]

Inclusivity Night at Game on State

Inclusivity Night at Game on State

Game on State 31 W State Street, Meida, PA, United States

Join Game on State on Thursday nights from 6 pm–7 pm for fun, welcoming event for the neurodiverse community. Each week features different activities, including games, karaoke, and more! Advance online tickets: $10 Onsite tickets: $15

Philadelphia Ballet | Swan Lake

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

Multiple showtimes on certain days March 6–16. Choreographed by The Ruth and A. Morris Williams, Jr. Artistic Director Angel Corella, after Marius Petipa, Swan Lake makes its return to the Academy of Music stage. Swan Lake tells the tale of Prince Siegfried, the shapeshifting Odette, and the spellbinding sorcerer who shackles their forbidden romance. Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s tranquil […]

Voyage to the Deep – Underwater Adventures at Please Touch Museum

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

Dive into an underwater adventure at Voyage to the Deep – Underwater Adventures! Running Feb. 1–May 10 at Philadelphia’s Please Touch Museum, this hands-on exhibit brings the exciting world of submarines and sea exploration to life, inspired by the classic story 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea by Jules Verne. At VOYAGE TO […]

Indoor Mini Golf

Indoor Mini Golf

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

Tee up of Linvilla Orchards "Fore! The Planet" mini golf, open every day until April 6th. This highly interactive and playful museum exhibit was created by the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia. Eighteen unique educational holes explore butterfly metamorphosis, a tropical rain forest, evolution, dinosaur extinction, food chains, and […]

Just Between Friends – Children’s Resale Event in Glen Mills

Brandywine Youth Club ​41 S Thornton Road, Glen Mills, PA

Shop the Just Between Friends consignment sale in Glen Mills this spring, March 14–16. You'll save money on clothes, shoes, books, toys and all the baby gear you need for the next season of your child's life. Visit the website for the full schedule with times for Presale, Opening Day, […]

Just Between Friends – Children’s Resale Event in Oaks

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

Shop the Just Between Friends children's resale event in Oaks this spring, March 13–16. You'll save money on clothes, shoes, books, toys and all the baby gear you need for the next season of your child's life. Visit the website for the full schedule with times for Presale, Opening Day, […]

Spring Toddler Time at Treehouse World

Spring Toddler Time at Treehouse World

Treehouse World 1442 Phoenixville Pike, West Chester, PA

Treehouse World in West Chester offers preschool-aged children a unique opportunity to explore nature through imaginative play during their Spring Toddler Time sessions. Set in a beautiful outdoor environment, kids can discover treehouses, climbing structures, and nature trails that spark creativity and problem-solving skills. This experience helps children develop a […]

$12.00
Body Worlds: Vital

Body Worlds: Vital

Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Franklin Institute presents the next chapter in the worldwide phenomenon with BODY WORLDS: Vital. This captivating exhibition features real human specimens, including whole-body plastinates that reveal the body's complexity, resilience, and vulnerability through a fascinating journey of discovery under the surface of the skin. It will also showcase the remarkable capability […]

Winter Wonder at Longwood Gardens

Winter Wonder at Longwood Gardens

Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, PA

Feel the Warmth this Winter at Longwood! There’s no better place to chase away winter than in Longwood Gardens' stunning glasshouses. Make it a day for the whole family and bask in the beauty of their new West Conservatory as this architectural showstopper begins its peak flowering season. Stroll their […]