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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  • 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 […]

  • Garden Railway at Longwood Gardens

    Garden Railway at Longwood Gardens

    Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, PA

    Experience the tradition of Longwood Gardens' whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway, on site until January 12, 2025. Included with admission. A fanciful blend of horticulture, engineering, and lighthearted fun awaits guests of all ages with this very special display located outdoors near the Beer Garden. Each fall, members of our Horticulture, […]

  • Flight on Ice Outdoor Ice Skating

    Flight on Ice at Energy Transfer Veterans Memorial Rink 4901 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, PA, United States

    At Flight on Ice, you can expect a winter wonderland filled with fun for the whole family including convenient on-site parking, festive music, lighting, video and decor, large LED TV, delicious food and beverages, heated hospitality tents, entertainment and a calendar of family-friendly themed events. Tickets and season passes are available online. Also, […]

  • A Very Furry Christmas

    A Very Furry Christmas

    Sesame Place 100 Sesame Road, Langhorne, PA

    A Very Furry Christmas at Sesame Place is a festive, family-friendly celebration with everyone’s favorite Sesame Street friends. The park is transformed into a one-of-a-kind Christmas wonderland with millions of twinkling lights, whirling rides, and festive decorations all around. Sing and dance along at special Christmas shows and a spectacular […]

  • 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

    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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • Book Drive for West Philadelphia Alliance for Children + Overbrook Education Center

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

    Penn Wynne Library is collecting books for the West Philadelphia Alliance for Children. Please bring your new or gently used books for grades K-8 to Penn Wynne, any day of the week, from now until January 22nd. Accepting new and gently used books, ideally with diverse characters, for: K–4th grade […]

  • Tiny Art Show

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

    It's the third annual Tiny Art Show! They'll provide you with a small canvas and watercolor paints, you provide the art! Bring the painting back to the library and they'll display it! For kids, tweens, and teens. Registration required due to limited supplies.

  • Garden Railway at Longwood Gardens

    Garden Railway at Longwood Gardens

    Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, PA

    Experience the tradition of Longwood Gardens' whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway, on site until January 12, 2025. Included with admission. A fanciful blend of horticulture, engineering, and lighthearted fun awaits guests of all ages with this very special display located outdoors near the Beer Garden. Each fall, members of our Horticulture, […]

  • Chess & Crochet Crew

    Chess & Crochet Crew

    Easttown Library 720 First Avenue, Berwyn, PA, United States

    Come to the Children's and Teen Areas at the library for a casual game of chess and/or a relaxing crochet session. Beginner chess and crochet lessons will be available from Ms. Shelby. Knitters and other fiber artists welcome! Chessboard and pieces will be available to borrow during the program. There […]

  • 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, […]

  • 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 […]

  • Mother Goose on the Loose

    Radnor Memorial Library 114 West Wayne Avenue, Wayne, PA

    Stories, songs, and movement activities to help your young child engage with literature in a safe, social setting. Each 30-minute session emphasizes language and listening skills through Reading, Writing, Singing, Talking, and Playing.  Followed by 15 minutes of interactive play! Two sessions on Tuesdays: 10 am and 11 am. Registration […]

  • Garden Railway at Longwood Gardens

    Garden Railway at Longwood Gardens

    Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, PA

    Experience the tradition of Longwood Gardens' whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway, on site until January 12, 2025. Included with admission. A fanciful blend of horticulture, engineering, and lighthearted fun awaits guests of all ages with this very special display located outdoors near the Beer Garden. Each fall, members of our Horticulture, […]

  • Story Time & Crafts

    Story Time & Crafts

    Lulu's Casita Ardmore 6 Cricket Avenue, Ardmore, PA, United States

    Come hang out at Lulu's Casita for a mini fiesta and bilingual story time every Tuesday at 10:30 am. Included with regular admission.

  • Story Time with Mr. Keith

    Story Time with Mr. Keith

    Belmont Hills Library 120 Mary Watersford Road, Bala Cynwyd, PA

    Join us for songs, stretches, and stories with Mr. Keith!  No registration required, kids and families welcome. Recommended for toddlers.

  • Baby Social

    Haverford Township Library 1305 West Chester Pike (temp location), Havertown, PA

    After Babies & Books Storytime, it’s time to make some new friends! At Baby Social, the Haverford Library brings age-appropriate toys to their tumble mats so that babies can play and learn to interact in a safe environment while their caretakers get to know each other, share their experiences or […]

  • 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

    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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • Garden Railway at Longwood Gardens

    Garden Railway at Longwood Gardens

    Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, PA

    Experience the tradition of Longwood Gardens' whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway, on site until January 12, 2025. Included with admission. A fanciful blend of horticulture, engineering, and lighthearted fun awaits guests of all ages with this very special display located outdoors near the Beer Garden. Each fall, members of our Horticulture, […]

  • Music Playgroup

    Ardmore Library 108 Ardmore Avenue, Ardmore, PA

    Learn to make music with songs and simple instruments! Program is 30 minutes followed by 30 minutes of playtime. They will meet in the Processing Center Meeting Room behind Ardmore Library. Ages preschool and younger. Weekly registration is required. Please register for child/ren only.

  • Rock City Music Class

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

    Presented by Bach to Rock, Rock City Music is a 45-minute music class for ages 3-5. In the class, the students learn early music theory and experience different musical instruments. They'll get to enjoy music through fun musical story times, games, and instrument exploration! For Pre-K. Registration is required. Limited seats […]

  • 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

    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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • Garden Railway at Longwood Gardens

    Garden Railway at Longwood Gardens

    Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, PA

    Experience the tradition of Longwood Gardens' whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway, on site until January 12, 2025. Included with admission. A fanciful blend of horticulture, engineering, and lighthearted fun awaits guests of all ages with this very special display located outdoors near the Beer Garden. Each fall, members of our Horticulture, […]

  • Learn, Play & Grow!

    Learn, Play & Grow!

    Malvern Library 1 E 1st Avenue, Suite 2, Malvern, PA

    Join the group at the library for an hour of play! They'll take out the library's collection of building blocks, toys, and games, and have a great time. This program, though overseen by Miss Emily, is self driven, and gives children a chance to socialize or focus on solo work […]

  • Story Time with Miss Melody

    Story Time with Miss Melody

    Ludington Library 5 S. Bryn Mawr Avenue, Bryn Mawr, PA, United States

    Come join Miss Melody every Thursday in the Large Meeting Room at 11 am for fun stories and silly songs geared towards toddlers ages 0 to 5.  All ages are welcome.  No registration necessary.

  • Flight on Ice Outdoor Ice Skating

    Flight on Ice at Energy Transfer Veterans Memorial Rink 4901 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, PA, United States

    At Flight on Ice, you can expect a winter wonderland filled with fun for the whole family including convenient on-site parking, festive music, lighting, video and decor, large LED TV, delicious food and beverages, heated hospitality tents, entertainment and a calendar of family-friendly themed events. Tickets and season passes are available online. Also, […]

  • 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, […]

  • Nature Nook

    Scott Arboretum Nature Nook: 8-week Series

    Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA

    Calling all little nature explorers! Join Celeste Sullivan and Rachel Warren at the Scott Arboretum and Gardens for mornings full of singing, stories, crafts and dancing. Each 45-minute session is seasonally themed around nature and the garden. This program is designed for children ages 2–3 years old with their caregivers. […]

    $40
  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]