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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Live Music in the Park in Narberth

Narberth Park 80 Windsor Avenue, Narberth, PA

It's back again for 2025! Narberth will again host Wednesday evening FREE concerts at the Chet Tyson Pavilion beginning June 4! Get those lawn chairs, blankets, and picnic baskets ready. Shows begin at 7:00 pm. 2025 Line-Up: 6/4: Mysterious Ways - U2 tribute 6/11: San Noche - reggae 6/18: Craig […]

Rose Tree Summer Festival – Concerts in the Park

Rose Tree Park 1671 N Providence Road, Media, PA, United States

The 2025 Rose Tree Summer Festival runs June 11 – August 10, with evening concerts Wednesdays–Sundays on most weeks. Free concerts in Rose Tree Park's scenic outdoor amphitheater have been a popular Delco tradition for more than four decades! Take in top-notch entertainment of all kinds, from Classical to Cajun, […]

Benchmark School Open House for Lower and Middle School

Benchmark School 2107 N. Providence Road, Media, PA, United States

Join the Benchmark School for an Open House for Lower & Middle school students. At Benchmark School, their exclusive approach goes beyond basic reading programs to reach the whole child. When their graduates leave Benchmark, they are confident and competent learners who know their learning styles intimately, and can advocate […]

Museum Explorers: Family Edition at the Brandywine Museum of Art

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

Explore the Brandywine Museum of Art this summer through weekly adventures for families. Each Thursday morning from July 10 through July 31st, discover new treasures in art and nature on scavenger hunts through the galleries. Also, enjoy live demonstrations by local artists and creative art projects to make and take […]

Color Your Preschool World at the Chester County Library

Chester County Library 450 Exton Square Parkway, Exton, PA

Color Your Preschool World at the Chester County Library. Preschoolers can visit the library every week for a new adventure. Mix play-doh, paint with water colors, play with bubbles, or create a craft. A different color theme every week. For children 3 - 6 years old and their caregiver. Caregivers […]

Frozen Jr. at Upper Darby Summer Stage

Upper Darby Performing Arts Center 601 N. Lansdowne Ave., Drexel Hill, PA

For the “First Time In Forever”, Disney’s Frozen Jr. returns to Upper Darby's Summer Stage! Based on Disney’s Academy Award-winning movie, Elsa and Anna take us through Arendelle on a journey filled with love, sisterhood and acceptance. Featuring lovable characters like Sven and Olaf, come along for an adventure rooted […]

Chick-fil-A Wayne Square Cow Party

Chick-fil-A Wayne 319 E. Lancaster Ave., Wayne, PA

It's the ultimate Cow event celebrating Chick-fil-A's Cow mascot. This event will feature cow games, crafts, decor, and the Chick-fil-A Cow mascot! Come dressed as a cow and receive a special treat.

Free

KOP Town Center Presents: Live Music on the Green

King of Prussia Town Center 155 Village Drive, King of Prussia, PA

Make Thursday nights the best night of the week! Join King of Prussia Town Center every Thursday from 6–8 pm, April through October, for free live music on the green! Whether you're grabbing dinner, meeting friends, or just looking for a fun way to unwind, enjoy an evening of great […]

Free
Event Series Malvern Fire Company Fair

Malvern Fire Company Carnival

Monument Memorial Grounds 550 Monument Ave., Malvern, PA

Come one, come all to the annual Malvern Fire Company Carnival at the Paoli Memorial Grounds and Malvern Memorial Park. The fair runs each evening from 6:00 to 10:00 pm, with easy parking available by donation to the fire company at the fairgrounds. This year's event reprises all the attractions […]

CCC Shines Presents: Roald Dahl’s James and the Giant Peach Jr.

Cardinal O'Hara High School 1701 S. Sproul Road, Springfield, PA

Embark on an epic adventure across the ocean with CCC Shines’ production of Roald Dahl’s James and the Giant Peach Jr., brought to life by their summer camp cast of young, talented performers! This imaginative musical tells the story of James, an orphaned boy who discovers a magical peach and […]

Little Shop of Horrors at People’s Light

People's Light 39 Conestoga Road, Malvern, PA, United States

Join People's Light Theater for Little Shop of Horrors, a show from the minds behind Disney’s The Little Mermaid and Beauty and the Beast. In this witty and macabre musical masterpiece, follow an unfortunate florist who unwittingly cultivates a singing botanical menace. Featuring iconic melodies like “Skid Row (Downtown)” and “Suddenly, Seymour,” […]

Carrie – the Musical (for teens) by Barley Sheaf Players

The Barley Sheaf Players 810 N. Whitford Road, Lionville, PA

Come out to Lionville for The Barley Sheaf Players' performance of Carrie - the Musical, following the story of Carrie White, a teenage outcast who longs to fit in. At school, she’s bullied by the popular crowd, and virtually invisible to everyone else. At home, she’s dominated by her loving […]

Rose Tree Summer Festival – Concerts in the Park

Rose Tree Park 1671 N Providence Road, Media, PA, United States

The 2025 Rose Tree Summer Festival runs June 11 – August 10, with evening concerts Wednesdays–Sundays on most weeks. Free concerts in Rose Tree Park's scenic outdoor amphitheater have been a popular Delco tradition for more than four decades! Take in top-notch entertainment of all kinds, from Classical to Cajun, […]

Mermaids! at Adventure Aquarium

Adventure Aquarium 1 Riverside Drive, Camden, NJ, United States

Make today a magical adventure as you discover shimmering mermaids diving beneath the waves, swimming among thousands of amazing animals including the largest collection of sharks in the Northeast! Capture magical memories as these enchanting divers glide beneath the waves, splash with stingrays above the surf, and even greet you […]

Longwood Gardens Festival of Fountains and Illuminated Fountain Performances

Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, PA

Relax and unwind amid stunning summer vistas at Longwood Gardens this season. Experience their vibrant Illuminated Fountain Performances on Friday-Sunday nights from May through September. Longwood’s Main Fountain Garden puts on daily displays as their 1,719 fountain jets are set to music and soar as high as 175 feet in […]

Little Shop of Horrors at People’s Light

People's Light 39 Conestoga Road, Malvern, PA, United States

Join People's Light Theater for Little Shop of Horrors, a show from the minds behind Disney’s The Little Mermaid and Beauty and the Beast. In this witty and macabre musical masterpiece, follow an unfortunate florist who unwittingly cultivates a singing botanical menace. Featuring iconic melodies like “Skid Row (Downtown)” and “Suddenly, Seymour,” […]

Summer Fridays in the Field at the Wagner Institute of Science

Wagner Free Institute of Science 1700 W Montgomery Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Explore the local ecosystem this summer at the Wagner's Fridays in the Field! Beginning June 20th, the Wagner Teaching Garden will be open for independent educational exploration every Friday from 1 - 3:30pm. The Wagner's Teaching Garden is their most valuable classroom. Not only is their green space full of […]

Free

CCC Shines Presents: Roald Dahl’s James and the Giant Peach Jr.

Cardinal O'Hara High School 1701 S. Sproul Road, Springfield, PA

Embark on an epic adventure across the ocean with CCC Shines’ production of Roald Dahl’s James and the Giant Peach Jr., brought to life by their summer camp cast of young, talented performers! This imaginative musical tells the story of James, an orphaned boy who discovers a magical peach and […]

Event Series Chess Club

KidsPark Main Line Chess Club (drop-ins available)

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

KidsPark Main Line's Chess Club for ages 5-12 starts July 14th and will be held every Monday and Friday afternoon until August 22nd. Whether your child is a beginner or ready for the next level, KidsPark teaches every skill level to grow, learn, and master chess—all with fun. Two sessions […]

Event Series Malvern Fire Company Fair

Malvern Fire Company Carnival

Monument Memorial Grounds 550 Monument Ave., Malvern, PA

Come one, come all to the annual Malvern Fire Company Carnival at the Paoli Memorial Grounds and Malvern Memorial Park. The fair runs each evening from 6:00 to 10:00 pm, with easy parking available by donation to the fire company at the fairgrounds. This year's event reprises all the attractions […]

Carrie – the Musical (for teens) by Barley Sheaf Players

The Barley Sheaf Players 810 N. Whitford Road, Lionville, PA

Come out to Lionville for The Barley Sheaf Players' performance of Carrie - the Musical, following the story of Carrie White, a teenage outcast who longs to fit in. At school, she’s bullied by the popular crowd, and virtually invisible to everyone else. At home, she’s dominated by her loving […]

Rose Tree Summer Festival – Concerts in the Park

Rose Tree Park 1671 N Providence Road, Media, PA, United States

The 2025 Rose Tree Summer Festival runs June 11 – August 10, with evening concerts Wednesdays–Sundays on most weeks. Free concerts in Rose Tree Park's scenic outdoor amphitheater have been a popular Delco tradition for more than four decades! Take in top-notch entertainment of all kinds, from Classical to Cajun, […]

Forzen Jr. at The Barn Playhouse

The Barn Playhouse 1700 Christopher Lane, Jeffersonville, PA

When newly crowned Queen Elsa accidentally sets off an eternal winter in the town of Arendelle, her younger sister Anna (along with her friends Kristoff, Olaf, and Sven) goes off on a thrilling adventure to find her sister and save the kingdom. Facing an unsuspected villain, unpredictable ice powers, and […]

Tuck Everlasting by Methacton Community Theater

Shannondell Performing Arts Center 10000 Shannondell Drive, Audubon, PA

What if you could live forever? Would you take the chance? Or would you choose to truly live? Methacton Community Theater invites you to step into the enchanting world of Tuck Everlasting—a story of wonder, adventure, and the beauty of life’s fleeting moments. This magical, family-friendly musical is filled with […]

Event Series Swarthmore Farmers Market

Swarthmore Farmers Market

Swarthmore Borough Parking Lot 121 Park Avenue, Swarthmore, PA

The Swarthmore Farmers Market is a community-led market that brings fresh, locally sourced food to the Swarthmore Town Center parking lot. Open every Saturday from May to November with an average of 19 vendors every weekend, this market is a beloved weekend tradition for grocery shopping with the neighbors. Each […]

Public Archaeology at Newlin Grist Mill

Newlin Grist Mill 219 Cheyney Road, Glen Mills, PA

Join Newlin Grist Mill and we dig into history with archaeological excavations and learn more about the site through the evidence under your 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 seek to […]

Free

Mermaids! at Adventure Aquarium

Adventure Aquarium 1 Riverside Drive, Camden, NJ, United States

Make today a magical adventure as you discover shimmering mermaids diving beneath the waves, swimming among thousands of amazing animals including the largest collection of sharks in the Northeast! Capture magical memories as these enchanting divers glide beneath the waves, splash with stingrays above the surf, and even greet you […]

Longwood Gardens Festival of Fountains and Illuminated Fountain Performances

Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, PA

Relax and unwind amid stunning summer vistas at Longwood Gardens this season. Experience their vibrant Illuminated Fountain Performances on Friday-Sunday nights from May through September. Longwood’s Main Fountain Garden puts on daily displays as their 1,719 fountain jets are set to music and soar as high as 175 feet in […]

Little Shop of Horrors at People’s Light

People's Light 39 Conestoga Road, Malvern, PA, United States

Join People's Light Theater for Little Shop of Horrors, a show from the minds behind Disney’s The Little Mermaid and Beauty and the Beast. In this witty and macabre musical masterpiece, follow an unfortunate florist who unwittingly cultivates a singing botanical menace. Featuring iconic melodies like “Skid Row (Downtown)” and “Suddenly, Seymour,” […]

Event Series Malvern Fire Company Fair

Malvern Fire Company Carnival

Monument Memorial Grounds 550 Monument Ave., Malvern, PA

Come one, come all to the annual Malvern Fire Company Carnival at the Paoli Memorial Grounds and Malvern Memorial Park. The fair runs each evening from 6:00 to 10:00 pm, with easy parking available by donation to the fire company at the fairgrounds. This year's event reprises all the attractions […]

Reading Fightin Phils + Post-Game MEGABLAST Fireworks

First Energy Stadium 1900 Centre Avenue, Reading, PA, United States

What could be better on a summer's evening than a fireworks show after a baseball game? How about a MEGABLAST display? The Reading Fightin’ Phils are the Philadelphia-area minor league baseball team with multiple games per week in the summer. Many Fightin' Phils games feature a fireworks display, but in […]

Carrie – the Musical (for teens) by Barley Sheaf Players

The Barley Sheaf Players 810 N. Whitford Road, Lionville, PA

Come out to Lionville for The Barley Sheaf Players' performance of Carrie - the Musical, following the story of Carrie White, a teenage outcast who longs to fit in. At school, she’s bullied by the popular crowd, and virtually invisible to everyone else. At home, she’s dominated by her loving […]