The Best Things To Do Around the Main Line with Kids

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!

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Storywalk at Veterans Memorial Park

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

Join the Marple Public Library for a Storywalk at Veterans Memorial Park. Come enjoy a story as you and your family stroll along the trail. Snacks and drinks will be available. This program is generously sponsored by the Broomall Rotary Foundation.

OWLS Therapy at Moore Books for Pages With Purpose

Moore Books 28 W Eagle Rd., Havertown, PA, United States

Join OWLS Therapy for Pages With Purpose, a free event for children ages 3-4 and 5-7 at Moore Books in Havertown. At 11:00 am, little ones ages 3–4 will enjoy a playful and engaging "book club" session designed to support early speech, language, and literacy development through stories, songs, and […]

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, […]

Storytime and Crafts with Mr. Jason at Linvilla Orchards

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

Families looking for a magical way to brighten up their summer morning are invited to join Mr. Jason in the Greenhouse at Linvilla Orchards. Mr. Jason will transform storytime into a whimsical journey filled with enchanting tales and delightful moments. Whether it’s a beloved classic or a new adventure, his […]

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, […]

Reggie Mobley’s Songs of Hope at Stoneleigh

Stoneleigh: A Natural Garden 1829 East County Line Road, Villanova, PA, United States

Experience Reggie Mobley's Songs of Hope at Stoneleigh: a Natural Garden on June 28th. Experience the captivating voice of international countertenor Reggie Mobley as he performs a thoughtfully curated program of uplifting songs, arias, and spirituals. Highlights include Dowland’s Flow My Tears, Deep River, Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless […]

$30

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, […]

Tyler After Dark: Firefly Walk in Media

Tyler Arboretum 515 Painter Road, Media, PA

Join a magical after-hours hike to witness the bioluminescent display of fireflies! Participants will venture into the forest to explore fields, meadows, and forest edges—ideal spots for firefly watching during peak season. Tyler's knowledgeable guide will point out seasonal highlights and natural features along the way. Hikers may also spot […]

Event Series 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 along with live music, local artists, and kids' activities. Open every Saturday from May to November with an average of 19 vendors every weekend, this market is a beloved […]

Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus, The Musical at The Players Club of Swarthmore (multiple showtimes)

The Players Club of Swarthmore 614 Fairview Road, Swarthmore, PA

Whatever you do, don't let the Pigeon star in his own musical production! With a script written by Mo Willems, the creator of the #1 New York Times best-selling, Caldecott Honor award-winning "Pigeon" picture books, and featuring music by Deborah Wicks La Puma (Elephant & Piggie's We Are in a […]

Reggie Mobley’s Songs of Hope at Stoneleigh

Stoneleigh: A Natural Garden 1829 East County Line Road, Villanova, PA, United States

Experience Reggie Mobley's Songs of Hope at Stoneleigh: a Natural Garden on June 28th. Experience the captivating voice of international countertenor Reggie Mobley as he performs a thoughtfully curated program of uplifting songs, arias, and spirituals. Highlights include Dowland’s Flow My Tears, Deep River, Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless […]

$30

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, […]

Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus, The Musical at The Players Club of Swarthmore (multiple showtimes)

The Players Club of Swarthmore 614 Fairview Road, Swarthmore, PA

Whatever you do, don't let the Pigeon star in his own musical production! With a script written by Mo Willems, the creator of the #1 New York Times best-selling, Caldecott Honor award-winning "Pigeon" picture books, and featuring music by Deborah Wicks La Puma (Elephant & Piggie's We Are in a […]

Swarthmore Musical Artists Cooperative Daylong M.A.C. Fest

Swarthmore Borough Amphitheater 121 Park Avenue, Swarthmore, PA

Join the Philadelphia Folksong Society for Philly M.A.C. Fest, A Daylong Celebration with the local musicians chosen for the the 2024 Philly Folk Fest. The event will also feature food trucks, as well as Philadelphia Folk Festival and artist merchandise. This is an all-weather event; if it rains, the fest […]

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, […]

Event Series Mommy & Me Yoga

Mommy & Me Yoga in Havertown

East Eagle Yoga 18 E Eagle Road, Havertown, PA, United States

Come on in to East Eagle Yoga in Havertown every Monday for Mommy & Me Yoga. Bring your kiddos and enjoy some yoga, music, and movement! East Eagle's children's Yoga instructor will move the class through a series of mindfulness exercises and yoga poses to a fun playlist while incorporating […]

Disney’s Dare to Dream Jr. at Upper Darby Summer Stage

Upper Darby Performing Arts Center 601 N. Lansdowne Ave., Drexel Hill, PA

Join the Upper Darby Summer Stage cast and crew for a brand-new Disney musical revue featuring hits from Encanto, Coco, Zootopia, and all the Disney classics. Overflowing with a century of Disney music and magic, Dare to Dream Jr. will remind you to believe in the power of your own […]

Fourth of July Party for Preschoolers

Ridley Park Public Library 107 East Ward St., Ridley Park, PA

Come party like it's 1776!  A fun afternoon for preschool-aged friends full of songs, dance, crafts, and snacks. Please note that this event will be held at the little library by Ridley Park Borough Hall and the Ridley Park Fire Department, NOT the big library on the corner of MacDade […]

Disney’s Dare to Dream Jr. at Upper Darby Summer Stage

Upper Darby Performing Arts Center 601 N. Lansdowne Ave., Drexel Hill, PA

Join the Upper Darby Summer Stage cast and crew for a brand-new Disney musical revue featuring hits from Encanto, Coco, Zootopia, and all the Disney classics. Overflowing with a century of Disney music and magic, Dare to Dream Jr. will remind you to believe in the power of your own […]

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, […]

Disney’s Dare to Dream Jr. at Upper Darby Summer Stage

Upper Darby Performing Arts Center 601 N. Lansdowne Ave., Drexel Hill, PA

Join the Upper Darby Summer Stage cast and crew for a brand-new Disney musical revue featuring hits from Encanto, Coco, Zootopia, and all the Disney classics. Overflowing with a century of Disney music and magic, Dare to Dream Jr. will remind you to believe in the power of your own […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

Road to Revolution at the Colonial Pennsylvania Farmstead

Colonial Pennsylvania Farmstead Ridley Creek State Park, 3900 North Sandy Flash Drive, Newtown Square, PA

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

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, […]

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 […]

Saturday Wildflower Walk: Summer Edition (Adult and Teen Event) at Tyler Arboretum

Tyler Arboretum 515 Painter Road, Media, PA

Join wildflower expert Dick Cloud on an informative two-hour hike through meadows, woods, and occasionally streamside. Although the focus is on plants, he will talk about whatever the group might see! In July and August, the hope is to see a large variety of summer wildflowers. All levels of knowledge […]

4th of July Celebration at the Colonial Pennsylvania Farmstead

Colonial Pennsylvania Farmstead Ridley Creek State Park, 3900 North Sandy Flash Drive, Newtown Square, PA

Discover the roots of Revolution on a colonial farm as you step into the tension of 1776 where Patriots, Loyalists, and Quakers debate the future of the colonies and the true loyalty of the farm. Join public demonstrations against the king, experience a debate among neighbors, listen to a reading […]

$4 – $12.

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, […]

Colonial Toys and Games at the Colonial Pennsylvania Farmstead Fourth of July Weekend

Colonial Pennsylvania Farmstead Ridley Creek State Park, 3900 North Sandy Flash Drive, Newtown Square, PA

Play colonial toys and games, explore the historic farmhouse, and see the heritage-breed animals. Bring a picnic and enjoy the beauty of the farm! Last admission will be at 2:00 pm. In honor of the Fourth of July weekend, enjoy a special storytime at 11:30 am and 1:30 pm: “Leave […]

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, […]

How to Train Your Dragon Jr. at Upper Darby Summer Stage

Upper Darby Performing Arts Center 601 N. Lansdowne Ave., Drexel Hill, PA

Get ready to soar as Dreamwork’s How To Train Your Dragon Jr. flies onto the Upper Darby Summer Stage! This pilot production follows Hiccup, a young viking, who sets out on a journey with a unlikely friend, Toothless, only to learn there may be more to dragons than he ever […]