Main Line Parent Community Calendar

Christmas on King Street – Santa & Tree Lighting

Malvern Borough King Street, Malvern, PA, United States

Join King Street Malvern for an afternoon of family fun, food trucks, shopping, and holiday cheer! Be sure to RSVP on Facebook! 12–4 pm on King Street: LIVE MUSIC: along King St FOOD TRUCKS: Suburban, The Polish Connection, Philly Hots, PA Boys BBQ, Donut NV, […]

Santa Portraits: Danielle Foster Creations’ Holiday Tradition

Danielle Foster Creations' Portrait Studio 1717 West Chester Pike, Havertown, PA, United States

Visit Santa at Danielle Foster Creations' Portrait Studio, his home away from home for the past 11 years. They are the leading portrait studio in the Delaware Valley for Santa Portraits with nine magical Santas, including Santa of Color, that are sure to fit your […]

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 […]

Event Series 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 […]

Morris Arboretum & Gardens: Holiday Garden Railway

Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E. Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

Make your holiday even more magical with a visit to the Holiday Garden Railway, as it is transformed for the seasons with thousands of twinkling lights! See the enchanting model train rail cars in a festive wonderland of lights and sounds, a marvelous experience for […]

Event Series Winter Wonderland Tea

Winter Wonderland Tea

A Taste of Britain Eagle Village Shops 503 West Lancaster Avenue, Wayne, PA

Join A Taste of Britain this holiday season for a Winter Wonderland Tea, an annual tradition at this English-style tea shop restaurant and market. Their Winter Wonderland Tea features a delectable, set menu for adults and another menu for children. Visit their website for menu […]

Holiday Model Trains at the American Helicopter Museum

American Helicopter Museum & Education Center 1220 American Boulevard, West Chester, PA, United States

Back by popular demand and bigger than ever! Join the American Helicopter Museum for three incredible days of model railroad displays. During normal business hours, the museum will host several large holiday train displays from Keystone N-Trak, the North Penn O gaugers, East Penn Traction […]

Dinner with Santa

Taste & Sea 1810 Wilmington Pike, Glen Mills, PA, United States

Reserve a spot for your little ones to meet Santa. On December 1st, from 3–5 pm, Santa will visit Taste & Sea restaurant. They offer a children's menu and upscale dishes for adults, along with specialty holiday beverages. Reservations are required to be seated in […]

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 […]

Event Series 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 […]

Morris Arboretum & Gardens: Holiday Garden Railway

Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E. Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

Make your holiday even more magical with a visit to the Holiday Garden Railway, as it is transformed for the seasons with thousands of twinkling lights! See the enchanting model train rail cars in a festive wonderland of lights and sounds, a marvelous experience for […]

Turtle Dance Music, Dance and Comedy Show (In Person & Online)

Middletown Free Library 464 S Old Middletown Road, Media, PA, United States

All Ages + Sensory-Friendly/Autism-Friendly! Turtle Dance Music is a “turtle-riffic” musical experience that is designed to engage children through songs, movement activities, children’s stories, and interactive music technology! The show is crafted to be inclusive for all children, including children on the autism spectrum, and a great time […]

Waldron Mercy Academy: Experience WMA Day

Waldron Mercy Academy 513 Montgomery Avenue, Merion Station, PA, United States

Get a glimpse of a typical school morning with our Experience WMA Days! Parents and caregivers are invited to join us for a brief information session and weekday school tour from 8:30-10:30am.   RSVP for Grades 4-8 on December 3: https://www.waldronmercy.org/visit-us RSVP for Grades Montessori-3 […]

Morris Arboretum & Gardens: Holiday Garden Railway

Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E. Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

Make your holiday even more magical with a visit to the Holiday Garden Railway, as it is transformed for the seasons with thousands of twinkling lights! See the enchanting model train rail cars in a festive wonderland of lights and sounds, a marvelous experience for […]

Event Series Lego Club with Snapology

Lego Club with Snapology

Marple Public Library 2599 Sproul Road, Broomall, PA, United States

Drop in anytime between 4:30–5:30 pm and show off your creativity with free-form building! Location: Library Meeting Room For kids ages 5+ No Registration Required! Meeting Room holds 100 people. First Come, first served! Thank you to Snapology of Newtown Square for sponsoring this event!

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 […]

Event Series 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 […]

Morris Arboretum & Gardens: Holiday Garden Railway

Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E. Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

Make your holiday even more magical with a visit to the Holiday Garden Railway, as it is transformed for the seasons with thousands of twinkling lights! See the enchanting model train rail cars in a festive wonderland of lights and sounds, a marvelous experience for […]

Event Series Family Storytime

Family Storytime

Media-Upper Providence Free Library 1 E. Front Street, Media, PA, United States

Join Family Storytime for stories, moving, singing and interacting with puppets. Best for children 0–5 years and their caretakers. Just drop in! The group will be upstairs.

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 […]

Event Series 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 […]

Morris Arboretum & Gardens: Holiday Garden Railway

Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E. Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

Make your holiday even more magical with a visit to the Holiday Garden Railway, as it is transformed for the seasons with thousands of twinkling lights! See the enchanting model train rail cars in a festive wonderland of lights and sounds, a marvelous experience for […]

Festival of Lights Tree Lighting Ceremony

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

The annual Festival of Lights display tradition begins with a Tree Lighting Ceremony featuring the Delaware County Council, choral music, local vendors, and a visit from Santa! The Festival of Lights is a walk-through holiday light display with free admission and parking. Friendly, leashed dogs […]

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 […]

Event Series 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 […]

Morris Arboretum & Gardens: Holiday Garden Railway

Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E. Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

Make your holiday even more magical with a visit to the Holiday Garden Railway, as it is transformed for the seasons with thousands of twinkling lights! See the enchanting model train rail cars in a festive wonderland of lights and sounds, a marvelous experience for […]

First Friday – Holiday Edition!

Phoenixville Borough Main and Bridge Street, Phoenixville, PA, United States

Join the borough of Phoenixville to kick off the holiday season in style! They'll be lighting up the Christmas Tree around 6:45 pm, plus loads of festivities before and afterwards on Bridge Street.

Christmas in Wayne Tree Lighting Festivities

Downtown Wayne Runnymede Avenue and South Wayne Avenue, Wayne, PA

Welcome the holiday season with Christmas in Wayne! On Friday evening, enjoy the annual tree lighting, carriage rides, arts and crafts at the Fire House, carolers, and Santa's Arrival. Event is from 5:30–8 pm. Plus! On Saturday, December 7, it is the Radnor Memorial Library […]

West Chester Annual Tree Lighting & Hometown Christmas Parade

Downtown West Chester N. High and Gay Street, West Chester, PA

Join the West Chester Chamber of Commerce in kicking off the holiday with the annual tree lighting ceremony  at 6:30 pm. Enjoy music, a message from their title sponsor, and the lighting of the 25' tree! Stick around for West Chester’s famous hometown Christmas Parade, […]

Santa Portraits: Danielle Foster Creations’ Holiday Tradition

Danielle Foster Creations' Portrait Studio 1717 West Chester Pike, Havertown, PA, United States

Visit Santa at Danielle Foster Creations' Portrait Studio, his home away from home for the past 11 years. They are the leading portrait studio in the Delaware Valley for Santa Portraits with nine magical Santas, including Santa of Color, that are sure to fit your […]

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 […]

Event Series 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 […]

Event Series Saturday Morning Kids Craft

Saturday Morning Kids Craft

Nightingale Materials 118 N High Street, West Chester, PA, United States

Bring your kiddos to Nightingale Materials every Saturday morning between 10 am–1 pm and let them explore their creative side! No sign up needed, just walk-in! Cost is $10 per child.

Kimberton Winter Social Craft Fair

Kimberton Waldorf School 410 W. Seven Stars Road, Phoenixville, PA, United States

This cherished event is a celebration of community and creativity, featuring local artisan vendors, handmade gifts, delicious baked goods, and fun activities for all ages. Enjoy a cozy organic lunch, explore our local artisan's offerings, and let the holiday spirit fill your heart. Admission is […]