The Best Things To Do Around The Main Line with Kids

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  • Springfield Township 4th of July Parade

    Veterans Memorial Park 354 Lawrence Road, Broomall, PA, United States

    The Springfield Township 4th of July Parade is back again! The parade will kick off at 9:00 am and will end at Veterans Memorial Park (331 W. Springfield Road) with activities to follow.

  • 76th Annual Garrett Hill-Rosemont July 4th Parade and Celebration

    Rosemont Business Campus 919 Conestoga Road, Bryn Mawr, PA, United States

    The Garrett Hill-Rosemont Parade Committee is hosting its 76th Annual 4th of July Parade, so get out your red, white, and blue! Children and families are invited to decorate bikes and floats to ride in the parade. Registration is at Rosemont Business Campus at 9:30 am and Judging begins at […]

  • Marple Newtown 4th of July Parade and Decorate your Place Contest

    St. Albans Circle Newtown Square, PA, United States

    The Marple Newtown Independence Day Parade will step off at 10:00 am on Friday July 4th from St. Albans Circle and end at the Broomall Fire House. Come on out to celebrate with everyone and enjoy tons of floats, bands, marching groups, bikes and more! Online parade registration is open […]

  • Independence Hall Celebration of Freedom Ceremony

    Independance Hall 520 Chestnut Sreet, Philadelphia, PA

    With Independence Hall as the backdrop, celebrate July 4th and observe the evolving history of America’s freedom. This inspiring event will feature remarks by Mayor Cherelle L. Parker, the presentation of the Mayor’s One Philly Award and the 10th Anniversary of The Wawa Foundation Hero Award, with musical guests DJ Diamond Kuts and Suzann Christine. The […]

  • Media Fourth of July Celebration

    Barrall Field 251 E. State St, Media, PA

    Join the Media Recreation Board Fourth of July Celebration from 10:00 am-noon at Barrall Field. The Fourth of July celebration is fun for all ages, including yard games, live band music and a food truck! We will have water slides, face painting, wagon rides, and more for the kids! To […]

  • Penn Wynne Independence Day Celebration

    Penn Wynne Park 1214 E Manoa Road, Wynnewood, PA

    Join the Penn Wynne Civic Associations's 82nd annual Independence Day Parade and Carnival! The parade will begin at 10:00 am on Friday, July 4th outside of the Penn Wynne-Overbrook Firehouse. Local children and families are welcome to participate, whether it be walking, biking, scooting, or riding in a wagon or […]

  • July 4th at Valley Forge National Historical Park

    Valley Forge National Historic Park Visitor Center 1000 N. Outer Line Drive, King of Prussia, PA

    Join Valley Forge National Historical Park to celebrate our country's independence this July 4th. There will be hands-on activities in the Visitor Center, as well as readings of the Declaration of Independence and artillery firing demonstrations at the firing range at Muhlenberg's Brigade located behind the soldier huts. Please note: […]

  • Free Admission at the National Constitution Center for the Fourth

    National Constitution Center 525 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The National Constitution Center celebrates Independence Day by offering free museum admission to all visitors on July 4. Attend the interactive Independence Day show, participate in American Flag History and Etiquette workshops, create Colonial-era crafts, and stop by the Revolutionary War encampment on the museum's front lawn.

  • 4th of July Family Day at the Weitzman Nat’l Museum of American Jewish History

    Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History 101 South Independence Mall East, Philadelphia, PA

    Make this Independence Day one to remember by joining the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History for a day of family-friendly, educational fun. Located on Philadelphia’s historic Independence Mall, there is no better place for history enthusiasts and families to celebrate. On our nation’s birthday, enjoy a day of […]

  • 4th of July at Elmwood Park Zoo

    Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PA

    In celebration of the Fourth of July, Elmwood Park Zoo will again offer free admission for all guests—pre-registration is required for free admission. The Zoo will also operate with extended hours, remaining open until 8:00 pm. The Zoo will host several Historical Impersonators, with Martha Washington visiting from 11:00 am […]

  • July 4th Fest at Sesame Place

    July 4th Fest at Sesame Place
    Sesame Place 100 Sesame Road, Langhorne, PA

    Celebrate America’s birthday with everyone’s favorite furry friends. Visit Photos with Elmo & Friends for a patriotic photo op with Elmo dressed in his red, white, and blue attire! On Friday, July 4, be sure to stick around for an impressive display of fireworks at 9:00 pm (time subject to […]

  • Narberth July 4th Family Fun and Fireworks

    Narberth Park 80 Windsor Avenue, Narberth, PA

    Celebrate the 4th of July all day in Narberth! From 10:00 am to 1:30 pm, the celebration begins with a daytime carnival, featuring everything from races and field games, to pie eating contests, to foul shot competitions! Later in the evening, grab a blanket and come back to the park […]

  • Glenside July 4th Events

    Renninger Memorial Park Keswick Avenue and Waverly Road, Glenside, PA

    Celebrate the Fourth with your Glenside neighbors at the event that has been billed "biggest, family friendly Independence Day Celebration in Greater Philadelphia's tri-state suburbs." This full day of family fun features Children's Morning Programming, The Grand, Glorious, Patriotic Parade, and the America the Beautiful Aerial Fireworks Spectacular. Things kick […]

  • Longwood Gardens Festival of Fountains and Illuminated Fountain Performances

    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 […]

  • Pottstown GoFourth Festival

    Memorial Park 75 W. King Street, Pottstown

    Join the Pottstown community for an absolutely epic, all-day Fourth of July celebration. Kick things off at 10:15 am at the Rotary Parade, which runs from Adams to Manatawny Streets. Wear your red, white, and blue and celebrate with neighbors and friends. Then, head to Memorial Park for the GoFourth! […]

  • Paddock Farms Civic Association 4th of July Celebration

    Paddock Park 214 W. Hillcrest Avenue, Havertown, PA

    Join the Paddock Farms Civic Association for their July 4th celebration in Paddock Park! The day will be filled with family fun. At 10:30am, meet in Merrybrook Circle and join the parade into the park led by the Oakmont Fire Company. Don’t forget to decorate your scooters, bikes and strollers as […]

  • Salute to Independence Parade

    East Market Street Between 2nd Street and City Hall, Philadelphia

    Dress in your red, white and blue and wave a flag as the Salute to Independence Parade celebrates the 249th birthday of the United States in grand style and pageantry. Bring your lawn chairs and the entire family and take a seat along the parade route to experience a visual and […]

  • Road to Revolution at the Colonial Pennsylvania Farmstead

    Colonial Pennsylvania Farmstead 3900 N. Sandy Flash Dr., Newtown Square, PA, United States

    Prepare yourself for Revolution! Experience how farm families lived and worked during a transformative time in history and how a working farm played a vital role in the struggle for independence and the shaping of a new nation. Storytime: 11:30 am and 1:30 pm - “Leave it to Abigail" Enjoy […]

    $7 – $14

  • Washington Memorial Chapel Honors Independence Day with Choral Matins

    Washington Memorial Chapel 2000 Valley Forge Park Road, King of Prussia, PA, United States

    Washington Memorial Chapel’s Veteran’s Commission will host a moving Choral Matins Service on Thursday, July 4 at 11:00 am at the historic Washington Memorial Chapel. This annual Independence Day tradition honors the service and sacrifice of America’s veterans and military families with music, prayer, and reflection. Set within the sacred […]

  • Red, White, and Blueberries BBQ Bash at Peddler’s Village

    Red, White, and Blueberries BBQ Bash
    Peddler’s Village 100 Peddlers Village, New Hope, PA, United States

    Celebrate the Fourth of July at Peddler’s Village with their classic barbecue picnic, featuring delicious food, refreshing drinks, live music, blueberry-themed treats, and plenty of family fun. Enjoy old-fashioned games, festive entertainment, and a lively atmosphere perfect for all ages. For a full schedule of events, visit their website.

  • Fonthill Castle Fourth of July

    Fonthill Castle 525 E Court St, Doylestown, PA, United States

    Join Fonthill Castle to celebrate Independence Day, where guests enjoy a day of fun, food, games, crafts, entertainment, and live music. Highlights of the day include the children’s decorated bike parade, wheelbarrow and sack races, antique bicycles, live musicians, and food trucks. Children will kick off the event by participating in […]

  • Norristown Fourth of July Celebration

    Elmwood Park Harding Boulevard, Norristown, PA

    Get ready to kick off your July 4th watching the annual Norristown Fourth of July Parade as it heads out from St. Francis Church to Harding Boulevard starting at 1:00 pm. Bands, drumlines, and other groups will entertain spectators in patriotic fashion. Then, head to Elmwood Park at 3:00 pm […]

  • Upper Merion Township Annual July 4th Celebration

    Heuser Park 694 W. Beidler Road, King of Prussia, PA, United States

    Upper Merion Parks and Recreation’s annual July 4 Celebration will take place on Friday, July 4 at Heuser Park in King of Prussia. The event is free to the public, family, kid, and dog friendly. All dogs must be leashed at all times. Here's what's happening at the celebration: Enjoy […]

  • Wawa Welcome America – July 4th Concert and Fireworks

    Benjamin Franklin Parkway Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA

    The Wawa Welcome America July 4th Celebration features a FREE, star-studded concert on Benjamin Franklin Parkway with LLCool J, DJ Z-Trip, and Jazmine Sullivan, and culminates with a breathtaking fireworks display! Gates open at 4:00 pm and the concert begins at 7:00 pm. Prior to the start of the July […]

  • Ambler Kiwanis Carnival and Fireworks

    Ambler Kiwanis Carnival and Fireworks
    Wissahickon High School 521 Houston Road, Ambler, PA

    Get ready for five unforgettable nights of fun as the annual Ambler Kiwanis Carnival returns from Tuesday, July 1st through Saturday, July 5th! Enjoy exciting carnival rides, classic games, delicious food, and everyone’s favorite—funnel cake—every night. Don’t miss their spectacular premium fireworks display on Wednesday, July 2nd (with a rain […]

  • Phoenixville Fireworks Celebration

    Dayton Street Field Dayton Street, Phoenixville, PA

    The Phoenixville Fireworks Celebration is held annually at the Dayton Street Field in Phoenixville. The fireworks begin at approximately 9:15 pm, or when the skies are sufficiently dark to enjoy the show. Music and food will begin at 6:00 p.m. and last until the fireworks are complete! Bring your lawn […]

  • Tredyffrin Township 4th of July Celebration

    Wilson Farm Park 500 Lee Rd, Wayne, PA

    Bring your lawn chairs or a blanket and enjoy great music by Just For Fun DJ Joe Griffith. Wilson Farm PArk will be closed until 5:00 pm on July 4th for the event set-up. Fireworks show begins at dusk!

  • Rose Tree Summer Festival – Concerts in the Park

    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, […]

  • 4th of July Signature Dinner Cruise in Philadelphia

    City Cruises Philadelphia 401 S Christopher Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia, PA

    Celebrate Independence Day with the best views of Philadelphia’s jaw-dropping fireworks display. Join City Cruises Philadelphia aboard their Signature Philadelphia 4th of July Fireworks Dinner Cruise on the Delaware River. Enjoy a delicious chef-curated buffet for all ages and dancing beneath the glittering night sky. You’ll soak in views of […]

    $159 – $249

  • FIFA Club World Cup Quarterfinal Match (and ticket discount link)

    Lincoln Financial Field 1 Lincoln Financial Field Way, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The FIFA Club World Cup — the worldwide competition for club teams featuring squads from the six continental football federations — visits Lincoln Financial Field. Soccer fans can spend their Fourth of July at the Linc, watching SE Palmeiras go up against Chelsea. This will be the final match Philly […]

  • 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 […]

  • Elmwood Park Zoo Centennial Saturdays

    Elmwood Park Zoo Centennial Saturdays
    Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PA

    Elmwood Park Zoo is extending their Centennial Celebration through 2025! Join in the festivities with your family and friends as they continue to commemorate this special milestone with a series of exciting events. Enjoy live entertainment, indulge in a delicious birthday treat, and be amazed by their captivating animal shows. […]

  • July 4th Fest at Sesame Place

    July 4th Fest at Sesame Place
    Sesame Place 100 Sesame Road, Langhorne, PA

    Celebrate America’s birthday with everyone’s favorite furry friends. Visit Photos with Elmo & Friends for a patriotic photo op with Elmo dressed in his red, white, and blue attire! On Friday, July 4, be sure to stick around for an impressive display of fireworks at 9:00 pm (time subject to […]

  • Ridley Park Fourth of July Celebration (on July 5th)

    Ridley Park Lake Ridley Park, PA

    Join the community of Ridley Park for their Annual 4th of July Celebration! Please use this form to register for a day full of fun activities and fireworks for everyone. The parade starts at 10:00 am, followed by games starting at 11:00 am. Fireworks will take place at dusk at […]

  • Longwood Gardens Festival of Fountains and Illuminated Fountain Performances

    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 […]