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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Black History – Film Scores Through the Ages

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

Mr. Oree will take you on a musical journey with memorable songs created for Black films throughout the years. He will also share information about each song. You will leave feeling edified by the wonderful interpretation of each song. Bring the whole family! Registration required. Every attendee will receive a […]

Legally Blonde, The Musical

Legally Blonde, The Musical

SALT Performing Arts 1645 Art School Road, Chester Springs, PA, United States

Showtimes at 2 pm AND 7 pm on Saturdays, through Feb. 23. Harvard's beloved blonde takes the stage by pink storm in this fun, upbeat story of self-discovery. A fabulously fun award-winning musical based on the adored movie, Legally Blonde The Musical, follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she […]

Come From Away, the Musical

Come From Away, the Musical

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

Broadway’s COME FROM AWAY is a Best Musical winner all across North America! This New York Times Critics’ Pick takes you into the heart of the remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them. Cultures clashed and nerves ran high, but uneasiness turned into […]

Voyage to the Deep – Underwater Adventures

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 […]

Philadelphia Visitor Center Celebrates the Eagles!

Philadelphia Visitor Center 599 Market Street & 1 N. Independence Mall West, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Celebrate the Eagles in Philadelphia's Historic District! The Philadelphia Visitor Center is rolling out the green carpet for tourists to get into the Super Bowl spirit and cheer on the Philadelphia Eagles as they head to Super Bowl LIX! From Friday, January 31–through Sunday, February 9, visitors to the Independence Visitor Center can take part in special […]

Ice Dinosaurs

Ice Dinosaurs

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

Explore paleontology’s final frontier in Ice Dinosaurs, the Academy’s exciting new special exhibit. Transport yourself to the Late Cretaceous period in the Arctic Circle, where dinosaurs actually lived year-round in extreme polar environments. This brand-new, immersive and educational experience brings this era to life with animatronic dinosaurs, engaging stories and real […]

The Time Is Always Now: Artists Reframe the Black Figure

Philadelphia Museum of Art 2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United States

This exhibition features 28 Black and African diasporic contemporary artists who use figurative painting, drawing and sculpture to illuminate and celebrate the nuance and richness of Black contemporary life. Curated by British writer and curator Ekow Eshun, The Time Is Always Now takes its title from an essay on desegregation by American […]

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 […]

Eagles Super Bowl Pre-Game Extravaganza

Carl’s Cards & Collectibles 22 West Eagle Road, Havertown, PA

The Birds are heading to the Super Bowl and Carl's is throwing a party! This Saturday, Feb. 8th they’ve got a very special day planned, all in support of Eagles Autism Foundation. Eagles Alumni Fred Barnett and Kevin Reilly will be on hand signing autographs and taking photos with fans […]

Love, Chestnut Hill

Chestnut Hill Business District 8426 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Spend a day in Chestnut Hill and enjoy Valentine's Day-themed shopping and specials on Saturday, February 8, 2025. Families can get into the spirit of the holiday with a charming excursion through this lovely Philadelphia neighborhood. Local businesses will be celebrating the season of love with a special raffle for […]

Lunar New Year Celebration at Suburban Square

Suburban Square Anderson & Coulter Avenue, Ardmore, PA

Celebrate the Lunar New Year with the Philadelphia Suns Lion Dancers on Saturday, February 8th. Starting their parade at 11:00 am in the Ardmore Farmer’s Market, the lions will make their way through the Square and end at the Lawn with sweet treats to welcome the New Year.

Family Discovery Series – Gazillion Bubble Show

Miller Theater (formerly Merriam Theater) 250 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Showtimes at 11 am and 2 pm on Saturday, Feb. 8th! Prepare to be amazed by the world-famous Gazillion Bubble Show! This mind-blowing show combines the beauty of bubble artistry, the wonders of soapy science, and interactive musical fun for the whole family. With mesmerizing bubble magic, immersive lights and […]

My Fuzzy Valentine Dine

My Fuzzy Valentine Dine

Sesame Place 100 Sesame Road, Langhorne, PA

Elmo is red, Grover is blue, both of them can’t wait to dine with you! Treat your little love to a fun Valentine’s Day Celebration at Sesame Place! Enjoy a scrumptious buffet meal with themed desserts and sing and dance your heart out with Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Grover, and Cookie […]

Celebrate Clifford the Big Red Dog’s Birthday @ Children’s Book World!

Children's Book World 17 Haverford Station Road, Haverford, Pennsylvania

Have some fun with Clifford the Big Red Dog, celebrate his birthday, and get your picture taken with him! Clifford will be at Children's Book World in Haverford on the hour at 11 am, 12 noon, 1 pm, and 2 pm for about 30 minutes.

FREE

Black History Month: History Maker Saturdays & Storytelling Sundays

Betsy Ross House 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

From 11 am–4 pm each Saturday in February, meet Ona Judge or Sarah Bass Allen and learn about their fascinating lives and experiences as free and formerly-enslaved Black women in colonial Philadelphia. And on Storytelling Sunday, hear true stories of the Black experience in Philadelphia history on Sundays in February […]

Eagles Pep Rally at Brandywine Ace

Brandywine Ace Pet & Farm 1150 Pocopson Road, West Chester, PA, United States

Get ready to cheer on the Birds at the Eagles Pep Rally at Brandywine Ace Pet & Farm! Join them for a fan-fueled celebration on Saturday, February 8, from 12–2 pm! 20% off all Eagles Gear! Free Soda Sampling DIY Football Craft Raffle to win Eagles Package (local vendors welcome; […]

Family Valentine Party

Bright Day Studio 14 E. Lancaster Ave., Paoli, PA, United States

Celebrate love, friendship, and creativity at our Bright Day Studio's Family Valentine Party! Join us for a heartwarming afternoon filled with hands-on art activities, sweet treats, and festive fun designed for kids ages 3–9 and their families. 💖 Decorate delicious cookies 💖 Mix magical love potions 💖 Paint a Philly […]

$40.00

Main Line Singers Presents: Lights! Camera! Music! Favorite Movie Music

St. Katharine of Siena Church 104 S Aberdeen Ave., Wayne, PA

A Main Line Singers concert featuring songs from your favorite movies! Join them on February 8, 2025 at 1:30pm at St. Katharine of Siena, located at 104 S. Aberdeen Ave. in Wayne. Performers from Acting Without Boundaries Senior and Junior groups are thrilled to be collaborating with Main Line Singers […]

Free – $20
Akeelah and the Bee at BMFI

Akeelah and the Bee (2006 Film; PG)

Bryn Mawr Film Institute 824 Lancaster Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA, United States

Life is tough for eleven-year-old Akeelah, but when she discovers a talent for spelling, she resolves to spell herself all the way to the National Bee in Washington, DC. Keke Palmer, Laurence Fishburne, and Angela Bassett star in this inspirational heartwarmer. Recommended for ages 8+. BMFI Family Matinees are presented […]

$5 – $6

Lunar New Year Celebration at the King of Prussia Mall

King of Prussia Mall 160 N Gulph Road, King of Prussia, PA, United States

The King of Prussia Mall will be hosting their annual Lunar New Year Celebration on February 8. Join them for the Dragon Dance around the mall!

Legally Blonde, The Musical

Legally Blonde, The Musical

SALT Performing Arts 1645 Art School Road, Chester Springs, PA, United States

Showtimes at 2 pm AND 7 pm on Saturdays, through Feb. 23. Harvard's beloved blonde takes the stage by pink storm in this fun, upbeat story of self-discovery. A fabulously fun award-winning musical based on the adored movie, Legally Blonde The Musical, follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she […]

Come From Away, the Musical

Come From Away, the Musical

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

Broadway’s COME FROM AWAY is a Best Musical winner all across North America! This New York Times Critics’ Pick takes you into the heart of the remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them. Cultures clashed and nerves ran high, but uneasiness turned into […]

Voyage to the Deep – Underwater Adventures

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 […]

Philadelphia Visitor Center Celebrates the Eagles!

Philadelphia Visitor Center 599 Market Street & 1 N. Independence Mall West, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Celebrate the Eagles in Philadelphia's Historic District! The Philadelphia Visitor Center is rolling out the green carpet for tourists to get into the Super Bowl spirit and cheer on the Philadelphia Eagles as they head to Super Bowl LIX! From Friday, January 31–through Sunday, February 9, visitors to the Independence Visitor Center can take part in special […]

The Art of the Unconventional Love Letter

Chanticleer Garden 786 Church Road, Wayne, PA, United States

This Valentine’s Day season, come to Chanticleer Garden for a workshop about writing nontraditional love letters—not only romantic letters, but one for a friend or any loved one. They’ll use storytelling techniques to make our letters come alive with detail and originality, and  talk about love for nature, and finding […]

$79

jkidphilly & Perelman Program: Kindness Kitchen – Storytime and Play Dough Fun

Perelman Jewish Day School: Stern Center 49 Haverford Road, Wynnewood, PA, United States

Join Perelman Jewish Day School for a story time, play dough fun with Adoughma, and a bagel brunch! Cost is free. Recommended  for ages 3–6 (siblings always welcome!). Date, Time, and Location: Sunday, February 9, 2025, 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM — Perelman Jewish Day School Wynnewood Campus (Stern Center) […]

Free

Family Festival: Lunar New Year

Philadelphia Museum of Art 2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Ring in the Year of the Snake! It is believed that the snake symbolizes wisdom, charm, elegance and transformation. 10:00am - 3:00pm | Artist Takeover | Great Stair Hall Balcony Imagine a magical dim sum party with local artist Madeleine Conover. 10:30am - 11:15am | Little Art Kids | Classroom 2 […]

Ice Dinosaurs

Ice Dinosaurs

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

Explore paleontology’s final frontier in Ice Dinosaurs, the Academy’s exciting new special exhibit. Transport yourself to the Late Cretaceous period in the Arctic Circle, where dinosaurs actually lived year-round in extreme polar environments. This brand-new, immersive and educational experience brings this era to life with animatronic dinosaurs, engaging stories and real […]

The Time Is Always Now: Artists Reframe the Black Figure

Philadelphia Museum of Art 2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United States

This exhibition features 28 Black and African diasporic contemporary artists who use figurative painting, drawing and sculpture to illuminate and celebrate the nuance and richness of Black contemporary life. Curated by British writer and curator Ekow Eshun, The Time Is Always Now takes its title from an essay on desegregation by American […]

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 […]

My Fuzzy Valentine Dine

My Fuzzy Valentine Dine

Sesame Place 100 Sesame Road, Langhorne, PA

Elmo is red, Grover is blue, both of them can’t wait to dine with you! Treat your little love to a fun Valentine’s Day Celebration at Sesame Place! Enjoy a scrumptious buffet meal with themed desserts and sing and dance your heart out with Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Grover, and Cookie […]

Love & Chocolate Valentines Event

Willows Park Preserve 490 Darby Paoli Road, Villanova, PA

Join in a community favorite at the Willows Park Preserve mansion! There will be crafts for children, hot chocolate, coffee, light snacks and a balloon room for picture opportunities. This is a free event for the whole family! When: Sunday, February 9th from 11 am–2 pm Where: Willows Mansion Catch […]

Black History Month: History Maker Saturdays & Storytelling Sundays

Betsy Ross House 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

From 11 am–4 pm each Saturday in February, meet Ona Judge or Sarah Bass Allen and learn about their fascinating lives and experiences as free and formerly-enslaved Black women in colonial Philadelphia. And on Storytelling Sunday, hear true stories of the Black experience in Philadelphia history on Sundays in February […]