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Come early for first pick of some great titles. They have books in almost new condition for $2. They have MPL mugs, t-shirts, and totes for sale along with a few vintage posters that used to hang in our library. Come see what treasures you find! Book Sale: Friday, 10/4 […]
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 provides children and caregivers the […]
Get ready to experience Skippack like never before! This fall, over 30 of their charming shops will showcase their creativity with one-of-a-kind scarecrows, each with its own unique twist. As you stroll through the village, you'll discover these delightful and whimsical creations, bringing the spirit of autumn to life. The […]
Fall Fest Weekends at Highland Orchards are fun for the whole family! Enjoy pumpkin and apple picking, apple cannon, hayrides, face painting, farm market treats and more! Open Saturdays and Sundays in the fall from 9 am–5 pm. Highlights of Fall Festival Weekends: Pumpkin patch picking Apple picking Hayrides Open […]
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.
You're invited on Saturday, October 5th to the St. David’s Fairgrounds for a day of fun for the whole family! The St. David’s Church Country Fair, now in its 173rd year, is the longest, continuously running church fair in the USA and is held annually the first Saturday in October. […]
Join Haverford Township Day, a community celebration that includes a parade, live music and entertainment, great food, a flea market, and a craft fair. See the day's schedule of events on the township website. Getting to Township Day: Parking is difficult due to road closures, so walk or bike if […]
Join Colonial Gardens for another year of fall family fun! Open everyday from September 21st through October 31st, enjoy play spaces, children's mazes, and hayrides, perfect for the whole family. Find tons of pumpkins, unique gourds, thousands of mums, and Halloween gifts. 2024 Dates:Everyday from September 21st to October 31st […]
Celebrate Elmwood Park Zoo’s 100th Anniversary with them during their Centennial Saturdays, happening on the first Saturday of each month! Join in the festivities with your family and friends as they commemorate this special milestone with a series of exciting events. The first 100 guests will receive a special giveaway […]
Welcome to Northern Star Farm's 17th Annual Fall Fest! Visit the farm every Saturday and Sunday 10 am–5 pm for Pumpkin Picking, Hay Rides, Corn Maze, Pony Rides, Giant Apple Sling Shot, Little Farmer Playbarn, Paint Ball, Giant Air Cannon, Farm Animals, and free lawn games for all ages. You […]
Philadelphia's top family Halloween event is here! Daily from September 28th - October 31st, families can get into the Halloween spirit as LEGO® Monsters take over LEGOLAND Discovery Center Philadelphia and throw a Monster Party you don't want to miss! Brick-or Treat Activities: New for 2024! Brew up fun at […]
Come in costume (or come as you are) and celebrate silly, not-too-spooky fun at The Count’s Halloween Spooktacular at Sesame Place! The park will be transformed into a family-friendly Halloween haven and guests can enjoy trick-or-treating in Big Bird’s Beach, Halloween-themed shows, the Sesame Street Halloween Parade, dance parties, our […]
Boo at the Zoo returns for Weekends Only – October 5 through October 27 from 10:30 am to 3 pm. Join them for a spooktacular afternoon filled with fun for princesses, ghosts, superheroes, and all your little ghouls and goblins. Don’t forget your trick-or-treat bags—there will be treat and activity […]
Get into the spooky spirit at BOO Fest, trick-or-treat with Boo and friends, enjoy fall festivities, and ghoulishly good thrills, September 14th–November 3rd. Explore all your family favorite coasters and park rides together in the daylight for a spook-tacular adventure. Trick or treat through the new kid-friendly haunted house and […]
Kermit hits the road in search of showbiz fame, pursued by ruthless restaurateur Doc Hopper, who has his own plans for the frog. The Muppets made their big-screen debut in this must-see musical comedy, featuring songs like “Rainbow Connection” and “Never Before, Never Again.” Starring Jim Henson, Frank Oz, Jerry Nelson. […]
Join the Tredyffrin Township Community Day on Saturday, October 5th from 1 pm– 5 pm in Wilson Farm Park! There will be fun for the whole family with food trucks, music, a beer garden and local vendors plus inflatables, games, crafts & more! Featuring... Music from Just4Fun Music Dominick’s Tavern […]
Don't miss John Cassidy's All Ages Magic Show at SoulJoel's at SunnyBrook! You'll enjoy hilarious comedy, mind-boggling magic AND weird things with balloons all at blazing Guinness World Record speed! This show is meant to be enjoyed as a family so bring the entire crew! Sunnybrook has a fantastic restaurant […]
The super-fun celebration of all things fall and Riverbend returns!! Shiverfest is Riverbend’s largest community based-event packed with fun fall activities for the whole family. Delicious food trucks Pony rides Petting zoo Bounce House Campfire and storytelling Costume Contests Fall arts and crafts Trick-or-treat trail Insect and circus shows And […]
Take a trip to Pumpkinland at Linvilla and find a plethora of fall attractions and activities. Open from mid-September through early November, Pumpkinland takes center stage at Linvilla Orchards. See piles of pumpkins in all colors, shapes and sizes — over 100 tons on display! Larger-than-life figures and scarecrows illustrate […]
Rise and shine for the most important meal of the day, and share it with the Elmwood Zoo's three towering giraffes! They’re giving the most important meal of the day a big upgrade! Enjoy a delicious outdoor breakfast buffet, right next to their giraffes. After you’ve cleared your plate, you’ll […]
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 provides children and caregivers the […]
Get ready to experience Skippack like never before! This fall, over 30 of their charming shops will showcase their creativity with one-of-a-kind scarecrows, each with its own unique twist. As you stroll through the village, you'll discover these delightful and whimsical creations, bringing the spirit of autumn to life. The […]
Fall Fest Weekends at Highland Orchards are fun for the whole family! Enjoy pumpkin and apple picking, apple cannon, hayrides, face painting, farm market treats and more! Open Saturdays and Sundays in the fall from 9 am–5 pm. Highlights of Fall Festival Weekends: Pumpkin patch picking Apple picking Hayrides Open […]
In addition to free admission, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., seek and find details in paintings in the galleries, and join in creative art activities* led by teaching artists. Create collaged patterned animals to add to the wall and decorate colorful rhythm-makers to shake. At 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m., […]
Join the National Constitution Center for its Sensory-Friendly Days, an accessible learning experience for people of all abilities and their families. Visitors with sensory-processing challenges can experience the museum in a secure and comfortable environment that includes modified programming and emotionally safe spaces with sensory objects, comfortable seating, and cool […]
Register today for the Fall Middle and Upper School Open House at Academy of Notre Dame de Namur on Sunday, Oct. 6 at 10 am. Tour their 39-acre campus, chat with faculty, staff, and students, and explore the endless opportunities at ND!
Join Colonial Gardens for another year of fall family fun! Open everyday from September 21st through October 31st, enjoy play spaces, children's mazes, and hayrides, perfect for the whole family. Find tons of pumpkins, unique gourds, thousands of mums, and Halloween gifts. 2024 Dates:Everyday from September 21st to October 31st […]
Welcome to Northern Star Farm's 17th Annual Fall Fest! Visit the farm every Saturday and Sunday 10 am–5 pm for Pumpkin Picking, Hay Rides, Corn Maze, Pony Rides, Giant Apple Sling Shot, Little Farmer Playbarn, Paint Ball, Giant Air Cannon, Farm Animals, and free lawn games for all ages. You […]
Philadelphia's top family Halloween event is here! Daily from September 28th - October 31st, families can get into the Halloween spirit as LEGO® Monsters take over LEGOLAND Discovery Center Philadelphia and throw a Monster Party you don't want to miss! Brick-or Treat Activities: New for 2024! Brew up fun at […]
Come in costume (or come as you are) and celebrate silly, not-too-spooky fun at The Count’s Halloween Spooktacular at Sesame Place! The park will be transformed into a family-friendly Halloween haven and guests can enjoy trick-or-treating in Big Bird’s Beach, Halloween-themed shows, the Sesame Street Halloween Parade, dance parties, our […]
Boo at the Zoo returns for Weekends Only – October 5 through October 27 from 10:30 am to 3 pm. Join them for a spooktacular afternoon filled with fun for princesses, ghosts, superheroes, and all your little ghouls and goblins. Don’t forget your trick-or-treat bags—there will be treat and activity […]
Action Karate invites you to their Annual Trunk or Treat event, where kids can safely collect candy, enjoy the fun, and show off their best costumes! This is a free community event for all ages, and they’ve got an extra treat for those who register early — a free goodie […]
Family Sundays at Suburban Square are back! Head out to the Lawn for music, games, and kid-friendly activities with Go With Yoyo from 11 am–1 pm every Sunday in May though October. If inclement weather arises, please check the Suburban Square Instagram story for the most up to date event information.
This annual community event features fun and history for the entire family. Check out live music from The Law Abiding Citizens, great food from Natalie’s Fine Foods and On the Roll, beverages from Deer Creek Malthouse, carnival games, face painting, a balloon sculptor, emergency services touch a truck, apetting zoo, a bounce castle, tours of the community […]
The Fall season is here and that means the Media State Street Fall Festival is too! Mark your calendars for Sunday, October 6th for this exciting event featurimg more than 140 vendors. Get a jump on your holiday gift shopping while enjoying delicious food, live music, lots of activities in […]
