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!
💞Check out our sister Community Calendars too: Philadelphia Family and Bucks County Parent.
🗓️ Have an event to share? Join Main Line Parent as a Member and submit it here for consideration! (Members are given priority event coverage.)
Main Line Parent’s High Five Newsletter delivers:
📍 Can’t-miss family weekend events and activities
💡 Practical local parenting advice and resources
🧳 Insider tips to navigate the Main Line, Delco, and Chesco like a native
Subscribe now and never miss out on what’s happening for families in Philly’s Western Suburbs!
Author and veteran Eagles journalist Zach Berman will discuss his latest book The Franchise: Philadelphia Eagles: A Curated History of the Eagles, a collection of engaging essays exploring of where the organization has been, how it came to prominence in the modern NFL landscape, and how the Eagles will continue […]
Join the Frances M. Maguire Art Museum at 10:30 AM on Friday, March 7 in the galleries for art, music, and storytelling! This month, they’ll read Planting a Rainbow and look closely at artworks in bloom. They you can plant your own rainbow by painting a flower pot and planting […]
Variant 6, the acclaimed vocal chamber ensemble, invites music lovers to experience the extraordinary possibilities of the human voice at a free concert on March 16th from 2:00-4:00 pm. The event will feature six talented vocalists performing alongside six viols in a program that promises to be both virtuosic and […]
Director Jim Christy is coming to Saint Joseph's University for a film screening of his award-winning film, Love and Communication. Love and Communication features a young couple struggling with an autism diagnosis facing an uncooperative school district, unproven treatments and their own emotional disconnection as they try to do what's […]
Mike Sielski will visit the Bala Cynwyd Library to discuss his work and his new book, Magic in the Air: the Myth, the Mystery, and the Soul of the Slam Dunk. His previous work, The Rise, was a fantastic book about Kobe Bryant's early life, with many stories involving Lower […]
Come on out to Belmont Hills Library for Fun Friday - a craft or activity where all ages are welcome. No registration is required.
Want to be there for your LGBTQ+ friends and loved ones during tough times? Come connect with other allies to better understand the rapid legal and social changes impacting LGBTQ+ folks, get a peek at what might be coming up next, and pick up some tools to help support and […]
Children's Book World is thrilled to welcome back New York Times-bestselling author Stuart Gibbs of the Spy School series and Charlie Thorne series of books. Stuart is celebrating the release of Spy Ski School the Graphic Novel on Thursday, April 3, 2025. Stuart Gibbs has also written screenplays, worked on […]
Hop on over to the galleries for art, music, and storytelling! This month, children will experience the story of the Little White Rabbit and find springtime animals in the art collection, then make interactive art inspired by this bunny story! Attendees can also enjoy access to the 12-acre Barnes Arboretum! […]
Join Chabad of the Main Line for their Late-Night Community Seder on April 12th. Rabbi Shraga and Michael Sherman will provide a lively and authentic Passover experience complete with food, wine, inspiration and song. Please register in advance.
Get ready to lace up your sneakers! The Miles for Mental Health 5K Run & 1-Mile Walk is back for its second year on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at Bala Cynwyd Park. This event supports direct therapy services for veterans, active military, and their families and aims to create hope […]
Join the Brodsky Enrichment Center for a fun and inclusive multi-generational space where people of all abilities can come together to create, listen, and grow through music. This group is for parents and kids, adults of all ages, people with disabilities, and all looking to connect through music! It will […]
Children’s Book World will welcome Max Brallier to share his newest creation, The Last Comics on Earth, A Song of Swords and Stuffies. Max will speak about his childhood, his journey to becoming a writer, his creative process, and so much more. You will not want to miss this event […]
Join Children's Book World for a Special Event featuring Jules Bakes and Niki Smith with their new graphic novel, Sea Legs. In Sea Legs, readers can dive in and set sail for adventure in a hilarious and moving middle-grade graphic memoir about friendship, growing up, and life at sea. Janey’s […]
Come enjoy a celebration of spring at the Maguire Art Museum and the Barnes Arboretum during Family Day at the 2025 Barnes Arboretum Plant Sale! Stop by early for the Plant Sale from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm in the Arboretum. Then head to the Maguire Museum and outside for […]
Join the Belmont Hills Library at their Bingo for Books Fundraiser at the Belmont Hills Fire Company Hall. Enjoy Bingo games, comedy and live music. This event is for those ages 21 or older and is BYOB. Belmont Hills Library relies heavily on donations from patrons and community members to […]
Children can drop in to the Belmont Hills Library to make special cards to say "I Love You" for Mother's Day! No registration is required for this event, and all are welcome.
Stop by the Maguire Art Museum on Mother’s Day for do-it-yourself crafts and artmaking! Make garden artwork inspired by "Planting a Rainbow," or make a card to give to a mom in your life! Craft together, read picture books, and explore the galleries and the 12-acre Barnes Arboretum - for […]
Join the Brodsky Enrichment Center for a fun and inclusive multi-generational space where people of all abilities can come together to create, listen, and grow through music. This group is for parents and kids, adults of all ages, people with disabilities, and all looking to connect through music! It will […]
In this free library program, children will travel through the Magic Forest while listening to music by composers like Tchaikovsky, Mozart, Mendelssohn, and others. They will then have the opportunity to reenact parts of different characters and "break the spell" by solving musical riddles and make open-ended crafts inspired by […]
Join the Maguire Art Museum to celebrate new works on view, including sculptures by Robert Engman and "Transcending Nature," selections from the PAFA collection by artists such as Georgia O'Keeffe, at the MAM for a limited amount of time. Stop by after school or work starting at 3:30 pm for […]
Join the Brodsky Enrichment Center for a fun and inclusive multi-generational space where people of all abilities can come together to create, listen, and grow through music. This group is for parents and kids, adults of all ages, people with disabilities, and all looking to connect through music! It will […]
Spanish Exploradores invites families to join them for Spanish Story Time—a joyful way to introduce your little ones to Spanish through music, movement, stories, and play. Their immersive, activity-based approach helps children build comprehension skills naturally while having fun and making new friends! What to Expect: Music, dancing, and singing […]
Spanish Exploradores invites families to visit their colorful Havertown studio for a fun and informative Open House. Guests can explore the space, meet the team, and learn more about their engaging Spanish programs for children, teens, and adults. This event will showcase Summer offerings, including: Summer Camp (Ages 4–13) Spanish […]
Spanish Exploradores invites families to join them for Spanish Story Time—a joyful way to introduce your little ones to Spanish through music, movement, stories, and play. Their immersive, activity-based approach helps children build comprehension skills naturally while having fun and making new friends! What to Expect: Music, dancing, and singing […]
Join the Maguire Art Museum in the galleries for art, music, and storytelling! This month, children can listen to "Swimmy and Baby Beluga" and then create ocean artwork inspired by Leo Lionni. Attendees can also enjoy the 12-acre Barnes Arboretum. Family Art and Story Hour is ideal for toddlers and […]
Join the Brodsky Enrichment Center for a fun and inclusive multi-generational space where people of all abilities can come together to create, listen, and grow through music. This group is for parents and kids, adults of all ages, people with disabilities, and all looking to connect through music! It will […]
Spanish Exploradores invites families to join them for Spanish Story Time—a joyful way to introduce your little ones to Spanish through music, movement, stories, and play. Their immersive, activity-based approach helps children build comprehension skills naturally while having fun and making new friends! What to Expect: Music, dancing, and singing […]
Children's Book World will host author, Lauren Magaziner, for the launch of her newest novel, The Incorruptibles. If you like action, adventure, and an amazing fantasy story, you won’t want to miss this. As an added bonus, Lauren will be in conversation with Amanda Foody, author of the Wilderlore series!
Spanish Exploradores invites families to join them for Spanish Story Time—a joyful way to introduce your little ones to Spanish through music, movement, stories, and play. Their immersive, activity-based approach helps children build comprehension skills naturally while having fun and making new friends! What to Expect: Music, dancing, and singing […]
Join the Maguire Museum for a summer solstice celebration. Featuring 22 artists working across diverse mediums—painting, sculpture, photography, and mixed media—"Laudato Si': Caring for Our Common Home" presents a rich tapestry of works, both figurative and abstract, that reflect the beauty of the planet and the urgency of its preservation. […]
In this fun, interactive workshop, rising high school seniors and their parents will learn the limitations of using ChatGPT (and other AI) to write a successful college admissions essay. You'll also learn the one secret of how AI can help you, as well as generate ideas for your own essay, […]
Join us outside at the Maguire Art Museum for art, music, and storytelling. This month, we’re celebrating Eric Carle’s birthday outside in the Barnes Arboretum. Bring a picnic blanket and join for read-aloud favorites like "The Very Hungry Caterpillar." Then, create your own artwork inspired by Eric Carle! Enjoy exploring […]
Ahoy! Craft your vessel and prepare to set sail at the 2025 Cardboard Boat Regatta. Some will sink and others will float, that’s the fun of a cardboard boat. This event has a 3:00 pm check-in time with races to follow. All boats must be built in advance of the […]
Cyclists, live music lovers, and families—gear up for the Ardmore Rock N’ Ride, a community fundraiser for non-profit 501(c)3 organization, Narberth Ambulance. This family-friendly event is set for Sunday, August 10, from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm at Suburban Square. The day kicks off with exciting bike races on a […]
