The Best Things To Do Around the Main Line with Kids

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Hayrides to the Witch’s House at Linvilla Orchards

Linvilla Orchards 137 W. Knowlton Road, Media, PA, United States

Visitors can travel through the woods on a hayride to the house of Linvilla Orchards’ Friendly Witch. Children who stop by the witch’s house will be entertained with stories, jokes, and receive a treat. After the hayride, guests are invited to gather around a campfire to roast marshmallows and enjoy […]

A Christmas Story the Musical

A Christmas Story the Musical

Walnut Street Theatre 825 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Experience the charm and humor of A Christmas Story The Musical at the Walnut Street Theatre this holiday season. Join Ralphie and his family and experience their hilarious antics. Although he only has one holiday wish to get a Red Rider BB gun on Christmas morning, Ralphie finds himself foiled […]

Hayrides to the Witch’s House at Linvilla Orchards

Linvilla Orchards 137 W. Knowlton Road, Media, PA, United States

Visitors can travel through the woods on a hayride to the house of Linvilla Orchards’ Friendly Witch. Children who stop by the witch’s house will be entertained with stories, jokes, and receive a treat. After the hayride, guests are invited to gather around a campfire to roast marshmallows and enjoy […]

The Enchanted Nutcracker with the Rock School

The Miller Theater 250 S. Broad St., Philadelphia, PA

The Rock School presents an inclusive performance of The Enchanted Nutcracker in a one-hour format with light narration. This show maintains the lively characters, costumes, and gorgeous dancing of the holiday classic, paired with simplified narration that ensures every audience member feels at ease. It's a joyful celebration designed to […]

Annie at the Media Theatre

Annie at the Media Theatre

The Media Theatre 104 E. State Street, Media, PA, United States

The Media Theatre's Broadway Series brings the story of orphan Annie to their Delco stage this winter. Sing along with the classic songs you've grown to know and love this holiday season. Immerse yourself in a world of impressive dancing and acting as this feel-good story is brought to life.

A Christmas Story the Musical

A Christmas Story the Musical

Walnut Street Theatre 825 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Experience the charm and humor of A Christmas Story The Musical at the Walnut Street Theatre this holiday season. Join Ralphie and his family and experience their hilarious antics. Although he only has one holiday wish to get a Red Rider BB gun on Christmas morning, Ralphie finds himself foiled […]

Lights Up! Holiday Weekends in West Chester

Lights Up! Holiday Weekends in West Chester

The Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce 137 N High Street, West Chester, PA, United States

Voted one of USA Today’s Top Places to See Santa Claus, more than 80,000 lights glow in West Chester this holiday season during Lights Up Holiday Weekends in West Chester. Enjoy free family fun including free photos with Santa in front of M&T Bank on the Square with their new […]

Free

Storytime with Melanie at the American Helicopter Museum

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

Join Melanie for a Story Time event on the first Friday of every month at the American Helicopter Museum. The event will feature interactive read-alouds, a special art activity, and a mini pop-up book fair to shop from, and is included with museum admission!

Phoenixville First Fridays

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

Kick off the weekend with Phoenixville First Fridays, a monthly open-air celebration in the borough! Every month from May through December, First Fridays showcase the eclectic feel of Phoenixville. You'll find live music, local artists, and a Kids Zone. Walk around and explore some of the town's arts venues, small […]

Parents Night Out

Parents Night Out at My Gym Springfield

My Gym Children's Fitness Center 1001 Baltimore Pike, lower level, Springfield, PA, United States

My Gym Springfield offers a fun and active Parents Night Out on the first Friday of every month. These 3-hour drop off events are for kids ages 4 to 10 years old and include a pizza dinner. From 5:30-8:30 pm, children will play organized games and engage in skills-based activities […]

$60

West Chester Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting

The Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce 137 N High Street, West Chester, PA, United States

The West Chester Christmas Parade transports you to the hometown holiday of your dreams while more than 80,000 lights dazzle the crowds during Lights Up Holiday Weekends in West Chester. The official lighting of West Chester’s stunning new 28-foot Christmas tree begins at 6:30 pm with live musical performances on […]

Free
A Christmas Carol at People’s Light

A Christmas Carol at People’s Light

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

Join People's Light for their creative re-telling of the Charles Dickens classic, A Christmas Carol. Featuring both original songs and traditional English carols, this performance sets the stage for a memorable holiday season with its exploration of themes including family and forgiveness. Plan an outing the whole family will enjoy […]

The Philadelphia Ballet presents The Nutcracker

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

Treat your family to the memorable experience of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®, a must-see holiday classic! The holiday season comes to the stage in the Philadelphia Ballet's annual performance, a tradition unlike any other. Cross swords with the Mouse King and dine with the Sugarplum Fairy in this quintessential celebration […]

Annie at the Media Theatre

Annie at the Media Theatre

The Media Theatre 104 E. State Street, Media, PA, United States

The Media Theatre's Broadway Series brings the story of orphan Annie to their Delco stage this winter. Sing along with the classic songs you've grown to know and love this holiday season. Immerse yourself in a world of impressive dancing and acting as this feel-good story is brought to life.

A Christmas Story the Musical

A Christmas Story the Musical

Walnut Street Theatre 825 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Experience the charm and humor of A Christmas Story The Musical at the Walnut Street Theatre this holiday season. Join Ralphie and his family and experience their hilarious antics. Although he only has one holiday wish to get a Red Rider BB gun on Christmas morning, Ralphie finds himself foiled […]

Evil Dead The Musical in Berwyn

Evil Dead The Musical in Berwyn

Footlighters Theater 58 Main Avenue, Berwyn, PA, United States

Footlighters Theater is a non-profit theater that has provided quality, affordable family and adult entertainment to the Main Line for over 90 years. This holiday season, the theater is featuring Evil Dead The Musical, a show that turns concepts from a duo of horror films into a comedic musical. In […]

Lights Up! Holiday Weekends in West Chester

Lights Up! Holiday Weekends in West Chester

The Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce 137 N High Street, West Chester, PA, United States

Voted one of USA Today’s Top Places to See Santa Claus, more than 80,000 lights glow in West Chester this holiday season during Lights Up Holiday Weekends in West Chester. Enjoy free family fun including free photos with Santa in front of M&T Bank on the Square with their new […]

Free
Shrek the Musical KIDS!

Shrek the Musical KIDS!

Hedgerow Theatre 64 Rose Valley Road, Media, PA

The Hedgerow Theatre School students bring everyone's favorite green ogre to the stage with their performance of Shrek the Musical KIDS. Laugh along the way as Shrek, Donkey, and a cadre of eccentric fairytale friends attempt to save Princess Fiona and reclaim Shrek's swamp home from Lord Farquaad. These performances […]

A Christmas Carol at Walnut Street Theatre

A Christmas Carol at Walnut Street Theatre

Walnut Street Theatre 825 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

This holiday season, the Walnut Street Theatre for Kids presents a special hour-long musical adaptation of Charles Dickens' A CHRISTMAS CAROL perfect for kids and families. Using traditional songs to re-tell Dickens’ fantastical story, come along as Ebenezer Scrooge is visited by three ghosts who show him the past, present, […]

The Enchanted Nutcracker with the Rock School

The Enchanted Nutcracker with the Rock School

The Miller Theater 250 S. Broad St., Philadelphia, PA

The Rock School presents an inclusive performance of The Enchanted Nutcracker in a one-hour format with light narration. This show maintains the lively characters, costumes, and gorgeous dancing of the holiday classic, paired with simplified narration that ensures every audience member feels at ease. It's a joyful celebration designed to […]

A Christmas Story the Musical

A Christmas Story the Musical

Walnut Street Theatre 825 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Experience the charm and humor of A Christmas Story The Musical at the Walnut Street Theatre this holiday season. Join Ralphie and his family and experience their hilarious antics. Although he only has one holiday wish to get a Red Rider BB gun on Christmas morning, Ralphie finds himself foiled […]

The Enchanted Nutcracker with the Rock School

The Miller Theater 250 S. Broad St., Philadelphia, PA

The Rock School presents an inclusive performance of The Enchanted Nutcracker in a one-hour format with light narration. This show maintains the lively characters, costumes, and gorgeous dancing of the holiday classic, paired with simplified narration that ensures every audience member feels at ease. It's a joyful celebration designed to […]

A Christmas Carol at People’s Light

A Christmas Carol at People’s Light

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

Join People's Light for their creative re-telling of the Charles Dickens classic, A Christmas Carol. Featuring both original songs and traditional English carols, this performance sets the stage for a memorable holiday season with its exploration of themes including family and forgiveness. Plan an outing the whole family will enjoy […]

The Philadelphia Ballet presents The Nutcracker

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

Treat your family to the memorable experience of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®, a must-see holiday classic! The holiday season comes to the stage in the Philadelphia Ballet's annual performance, a tradition unlike any other. Cross swords with the Mouse King and dine with the Sugarplum Fairy in this quintessential celebration […]

Annie at the Media Theatre

Annie at the Media Theatre

The Media Theatre 104 E. State Street, Media, PA, United States

The Media Theatre's Broadway Series brings the story of orphan Annie to their Delco stage this winter. Sing along with the classic songs you've grown to know and love this holiday season. Immerse yourself in a world of impressive dancing and acting as this feel-good story is brought to life.

Evil Dead The Musical in Berwyn

Evil Dead The Musical in Berwyn

Footlighters Theater 58 Main Avenue, Berwyn, PA, United States

Footlighters Theater is a non-profit theater that has provided quality, affordable family and adult entertainment to the Main Line for over 90 years. This holiday season, the theater is featuring Evil Dead The Musical, a show that turns concepts from a duo of horror films into a comedic musical. In […]

Berwyn Farmers’ Market

Berwyn Farmers’ Market

The Berwyn Farmer's Market is back and better than ever with expanded hours and vendors, new charity partners, live music every first Sunday, a kids' zone, food trucks, and special theme days. The market will be open weekly on Sundays from May 18 through December 21, 2025, with brief breaks […]

Lights Up! Holiday Weekends in West Chester

Lights Up! Holiday Weekends in West Chester

The Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce 137 N High Street, West Chester, PA, United States

Voted one of USA Today’s Top Places to See Santa Claus, more than 80,000 lights glow in West Chester this holiday season during Lights Up Holiday Weekends in West Chester. Enjoy free family fun including free photos with Santa in front of M&T Bank on the Square with their new […]

Free
A Christmas Carol at Walnut Street Theatre

A Christmas Carol at Walnut Street Theatre

Walnut Street Theatre 825 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

This holiday season, the Walnut Street Theatre for Kids presents a special hour-long musical adaptation of Charles Dickens' A CHRISTMAS CAROL perfect for kids and families. Using traditional songs to re-tell Dickens’ fantastical story, come along as Ebenezer Scrooge is visited by three ghosts who show him the past, present, […]

The Enchanted Nutcracker with the Rock School

The Enchanted Nutcracker with the Rock School

The Miller Theater 250 S. Broad St., Philadelphia, PA

The Rock School presents an inclusive performance of The Enchanted Nutcracker in a one-hour format with light narration. This show maintains the lively characters, costumes, and gorgeous dancing of the holiday classic, paired with simplified narration that ensures every audience member feels at ease. It's a joyful celebration designed to […]

Shrek the Musical KIDS!

Shrek the Musical KIDS!

Hedgerow Theatre 64 Rose Valley Road, Media, PA

The Hedgerow Theatre School students bring everyone's favorite green ogre to the stage with their performance of Shrek the Musical KIDS. Laugh along the way as Shrek, Donkey, and a cadre of eccentric fairytale friends attempt to save Princess Fiona and reclaim Shrek's swamp home from Lord Farquaad. These performances […]

A Christmas Story the Musical

A Christmas Story the Musical

Walnut Street Theatre 825 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Experience the charm and humor of A Christmas Story The Musical at the Walnut Street Theatre this holiday season. Join Ralphie and his family and experience their hilarious antics. Although he only has one holiday wish to get a Red Rider BB gun on Christmas morning, Ralphie finds himself foiled […]

A Christmas Carol at People’s Light

A Christmas Carol at People’s Light

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

Join People's Light for their creative re-telling of the Charles Dickens classic, A Christmas Carol. Featuring both original songs and traditional English carols, this performance sets the stage for a memorable holiday season with its exploration of themes including family and forgiveness. Plan an outing the whole family will enjoy […]

Annie at the Media Theatre

Annie at the Media Theatre

The Media Theatre 104 E. State Street, Media, PA, United States

The Media Theatre's Broadway Series brings the story of orphan Annie to their Delco stage this winter. Sing along with the classic songs you've grown to know and love this holiday season. Immerse yourself in a world of impressive dancing and acting as this feel-good story is brought to life.

The Enchanted Nutcracker with the Rock School

The Miller Theater 250 S. Broad St., Philadelphia, PA

The Rock School presents an inclusive performance of The Enchanted Nutcracker in a one-hour format with light narration. This show maintains the lively characters, costumes, and gorgeous dancing of the holiday classic, paired with simplified narration that ensures every audience member feels at ease. It's a joyful celebration designed to […]