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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  • KidsPark Main Line Open House

    KidsPark Main Line 519 W Lancaster Ave, Haverford, PA, United States

    Visit KidsPark Main Line at their Open House event!

  • Boo at the Zoo

    Boo at the Zoo
    Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PA

    Boo at the Zoo returns on weekends from October 3 through November 1, transforming the Zoo into a kooky, spooky celebration for the whole family.

  • Crafting Change! A Craftivism Workshop

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

    Join award-winning author Ali Terese in this hands-on crafting workshop as she discusses her book FREE PERIOD. A major theme of the book is that advocacy doesn’t have to be fancy or formal; it can be fun, and readers can use whatever they already love to do in life to create change

  • Apricity Gardens Fall Festival

    Apricity Gardens 1697 Pottstown Pike, Glenmoore, PA

    Join Apricity Gardens for a fun-filled fall afternoon for the whole family! They'll have plenty to see, do, eat, and enjoy as we celebrate the season together.

  • Heritage Festival

    Woodford Mansion 2300 N 33rd Street, Philadelphia

    Laurel Hill, Ormiston, and Woodford Mansions open their doors for a special celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the United States.

  • Woodlynde School’s 6th Annual Fall Fest

    Woodlynde School 445 Upper Gulph Road, Strafford, PA, United States

    Enjoy an afternoon of fun and community, with carnival and lawn games, arts and crafts, bounce houses, obstacle courses, food trucks, and much, much more.

  • Camerata Philadelphia – Chamber Music of Richard Strauss

    Tredyffrin Library 582 Upper Gulph Road, Strafford, PA

    CAMERATA PHILADELPHIA - continues its 2026/2027 Main Line Season at the Tredyffrin Public Library (582 Upper Gulph Rd, Strafford, PA 19087) on Saturday, October 10 @ 4:00 PM.

  • Cub Scouts Fall Fest for Boys & Girls

    Cub Scouts Fall Fest for Boys & Girls
    Parks at Camp Garrison 4021 Upper Ridge Rd., Pennsburg, PA, United States

    Keep the outdoor adventure going this October with Cub Scout Fall Fest, a full day of activities designed to bring the excitement of Cub Scouting to the whole family. The program takes place October 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, and 31 from 9 a.m.–4 p.m. at Camp Hart, Musser Scout Reservation.

  • Boo at the Zoo

    Boo at the Zoo
    Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PA

    Boo at the Zoo returns on weekends from October 3 through November 1, transforming the Zoo into a kooky, spooky celebration for the whole family.

  • Fall Fest 2026

    Kaiserman JCC 45 Haverford Road, Wynnewood, PA, United States

    Celebrate the season at this free, community-wide Fall Fest for all ages, featuring music, yard games, food trucks, a vendor market and more. Kids can enjoy bounce houses, rides, obstacle courses, face painting, a petting zoo and themed crafts, with many activities requiring tickets or an unlimited wristband.

  • Family Group Motion

    Purenergy Studio 21 Plank Avenue, Paolli, PA, United States

    Join Family Group Motion for a joyful experience where movement and play become a way for families to connect. Through movement, dance, mirroring, improvisation, and creative games, families will strengthen their bonds, communicate through movement and rhythm, and explore self-expression, imagination, and creativity together and with others.

  • Little Talkers Happy Shoppers

    16 E Eagle Road Havertown, PA 19083 16 E Eagle Road, Havertown, PA

    Little Talkers, Happy Shoppers is a special morning event on 10/12 where Little Looms, a children’s secondhand clothing shop offering pre-loved clothing for kids ages 0–8, meets Let’s Talk Services, a pediatric speech therapy practice, for a fun and engaging play experience.

  • Buenos Días Baby Spanish Immersion Class

    Buenos Días Baby
    Lolo Leo 4 E Lancaster Avenue, Paoli, PA, United States

    At Lolo Leo, there’s something for every little learner! Its bilingual classes are designed for children of different ages, from babies to early learners. Families can join morning classes featuring playful, parent-friendly activities or explore afternoon Spanish activities that are perfect for after-school fun. Through music, movement, sensory play, art and hands-on activities, children experience Spanish naturally while playing, creating and connecting.

  • Norwood-Fontbonne Academy Open House

    Norwood-Fontbonne Academy Open House
    Norwood-Fontbonne Academy 8891 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join other prospective parents and students on NFA’s 14 acre-campus and better understand their dual academic paths in addition to their Middle School experience. Hear directly from students, parents, and teachers! Register here.

  • Fall Open House

    St. Aloysius Academy 401 S. Bryn Mawr Ave., Bryn Mawr, PA

    St. Aloysius Academy invites families to experience the gift of an exceptional education at its Fall Open House on Wednesday, October 14.

  • Little Explorers Spanish Immersion Class

    Little Explorers Spanish Immersion Class
    Lolo Leo 4 E Lancaster Avenue, Paoli, PA, United States

    At Lolo Leo, there’s something for every little learner! Its bilingual classes are designed for children of different ages, from babies to early learners. Families can join morning classes featuring playful, parent-friendly activities or explore afternoon Spanish activities that are perfect for after-school fun. Through music, movement, sensory play, art and hands-on activities, children experience Spanish naturally while playing, creating and connecting.

  • Friends’ Central Middle & Upper School Open House (Grades 6-12)

    Friends' Central Middle & Upper School 1101 City Avenue, Wynnewood, PA

    Visit Friends’ Central School’s Middle, & Upper School on October 14, 2026. Take the opportunity to meet teachers, administrators, and students who will give you a glimpse into what you can expect at FCS. Get a feel for the outstanding curriculum, the warm yet rigorous culture, wonderful opportunities, and beautiful facilities.

  • Villa Maria Academy Lower School Open House (Preschool – 8th Grade)

    Villa Maria Academy Lower School Open House (Preschool – 8th Grade)
    Villa Maria Academy Lower School 280 IHM Drive, Malvern, PA, United States

    Parents and students are invited to join us for one of our upcoming Open House sessions. Sessions will be hosted by Villa’s Admissions Office. Prospective students and their families can connect with staff, admissions, current parents and students, and tour the school to learn more about how a Villa education can empower your daughter. We look forward to meeting with you! Space is limited!

  • Buenos Días Baby Spanish Immersion Class

    Buenos Días Baby
    Lolo Leo 4 E Lancaster Avenue, Paoli, PA, United States

    At Lolo Leo, there’s something for every little learner! Its bilingual classes are designed for children of different ages, from babies to early learners. Families can join morning classes featuring playful, parent-friendly activities or explore afternoon Spanish activities that are perfect for after-school fun. Through music, movement, sensory play, art and hands-on activities, children experience Spanish naturally while playing, creating and connecting.

  • Little Explorers Spanish Immersion Class

    Little Explorers Spanish Immersion Class
    Lolo Leo 4 E Lancaster Avenue, Paoli, PA, United States

    At Lolo Leo, there’s something for every little learner! Its bilingual classes are designed for children of different ages, from babies to early learners. Families can join morning classes featuring playful, parent-friendly activities or explore afternoon Spanish activities that are perfect for after-school fun. Through music, movement, sensory play, art and hands-on activities, children experience Spanish naturally while playing, creating and connecting.

  • Students at Gladwyne Montessori sitting with their teacher on the carpet while learning a lesson, these are middle school students.

    Gladwyne Montessori Open House

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

    Experience the Montessori Journey with Gladwyne Montessori on Saturday, October 17, 2026.

  • Cub Scouts Fall Fest for Boys & Girls

    Cub Scouts Fall Fest for Boys & Girls
    Parks at Camp Garrison 4021 Upper Ridge Rd., Pennsburg, PA, United States

    Keep the outdoor adventure going this October with Cub Scout Fall Fest, a full day of activities designed to bring the excitement of Cub Scouting to the whole family. The program takes place October 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, and 31 from 9 a.m.–4 p.m. at Camp Hart, Musser Scout Reservation.

  • Pumpkin Playdate at Norwood-Fontbonne Academy

    Norwood-Fontbonne Academy 8891 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Norwood-Fontbonne Academy is excited to announce a festive fall event for you and your child (2.5 to 5-year-olds) on October 17. The PUMPKIN PLAYDATE! This playful fall gathering is a chance for children and families to enjoy pumpkin-themed activities and seasonal treats in a fun and relaxed setting. It’s a […]

  • St. Mary’s Fall Food Festival

    St. Mary's Episcopal Church Louella and Lancaster Avenues, Wayne, PA

    The annual festival at St. Mary's Episcopal Church on the corner of Lancaster and Louella Avenues welcomes the Wayne community and beyond!

  • Public Archaeology Days at Newlin Grist Mill

    Public Archaeology Days at Newlin Grist Mill
    Newlin Grist Mill 219 Cheyney Road, Glen Mills, PA

    Join Newlin as they dig into history with archaeological excavations at Newlin Grist Mill and learn more about the site through the evidence under their feet! The public is invited to participate (or just watch) as Newlin Grist Mill’s professional archaeologist, Keith Doms, and a dedicated corps of archaeology volunteers […]

  • Boo at the Zoo

    Boo at the Zoo
    Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PA

    Boo at the Zoo returns on weekends from October 3 through November 1, transforming the Zoo into a kooky, spooky celebration for the whole family.

  • Petal & Bloom Flower Bar

    Petal & Bloom Flower Bar
    SHIFT Sustainable Goods and Services 252 Haverford Avenue, Narberth, PA

    Step up to the flower bar and create your own bouquet using locally grown, seasonal blooms from area farms. Bring a vase or container from home (or choose from our stash of recycled ones) and design something beautiful while supporting sustainable flowers and local growers.

  • Elwyn Day 2026

    Elwyn 111 Elwyn Road, Elwyn, PA

    Join in on a day of family fun, connection, and community! Elwyn Day will feature inclusive, sensory-friendly entertainment and activities, camp-inspired games, arts and crafts, food, and Elmwood Park Zoo-On-Wheels. Elwyn Day welcomes people of all ages, including individuals with autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities.

  • Ardmore Day 2026

    Downtown Ardmore Lancaster Avenue and Argyle Road, Ardmore, PA, United States

    The Ardmore Business Association is celebrating 75 years of supporting the local business community with Ardmore Day, its largest annual community celebration!