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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Open House at AIM Academy

AIM Academy 1200 River Road,, Conshohocken, PA, United States

Discover AIM Academy, Pennsylvania's largest college-prep school for bright children with language-based learning differences in 1st–12th grade. Learn more about their innovative programs and student support by attending one of their in-person Open House events. These gatherings offer parents and guardians the chance to visit the campus, meet the faculty […]

A Marvelous Night of Minerals: Earthly Matters Opening Celebration at the Science History Institute

Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Across centuries and cultures, minerals have provided humans with essential raw materials. Join the Science History Institute for the opening of Earthly Matters, a new permanent exhibition that explores the history and science behind a collection of more than 20 minerals. These elements, crystals, gemstones—and even a meteorite—tell stories of human […]

Free

East FallsFest

East Falls Midvale Avenue & Kelly Drive, Philadelphia, PA

East FallsFest returns Saturday, October 18 from 11:00 am-5:00 pm with food, brews, live music, family fun, and the festival’s first-ever beer garden. Enjoy free pumpkin decorating, face painting, East Falls Trivia, a full music lineup, free rowing lessons, The Give & Take Jugglers Little Circus, vendors and more—all taking […]

Free

Philadelphia Orchestra Children’s Halloween Spectacular

Marian Anderson Hall, Kimmel Center 300 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19102, Philadelphia, PA, United States

This October, join the Philadelphia Orchestra for their Family Discovery Series sat their Halloween Spectacular. This family-friendly concert, conducted by Naomi Woo, features a bewitching mix of classic Halloween tunes and seasonal favorites. Bring your little witches and ghosts in costume for a magical morning filled with music, giggles, and […]

Guided Tour: Monsters, Myths, and Legends at the Penn Museum

Penn Museum 3260 South St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Where in the Museum do monsters hide, with demons and guardians lurking inside? With amulet in hand, hunt creatures small and grand! At this special event at the Penn Museum, your expert tour guide will share scholarly insights and rich interpretation beyond the object labels—with a spooky twist. Ask questions, […]

U.S. Open Squash Championships & Open House

Arlen Specter US Squash Center 25 N 33rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Attend the U.S. Open Squash Championships for FREE and attend the second annual Open House at the Specter Center. The U.S. Open Squash Championships are the most prestigious squash event in the nation, welcoming top players from all over the world. On Sunday, October 19, people of all ages are […]

Guided Tour: Monsters, Myths, and Legends at the Penn Museum

Penn Museum 3260 South St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Where in the Museum do monsters hide, with demons and guardians lurking inside? With amulet in hand, hunt creatures small and grand! At this special event at the Penn Museum, your expert tour guide will share scholarly insights and rich interpretation beyond the object labels—with a spooky twist. Ask questions, […]

Shaping our Story Fundraiser for the Bala Cynwyd Library

Bala Golf Club 2200 Belmont Ave, Philadelphia

Support the Bala Cynwyd Library at their inaugural fundraising event! Join the Library on Thursday, October 23rd from 6:00-9:00 pm at Bala Golf Club Ballroom for a private evening and delicious dinner with fellow supporters of the Bala Cynwyd Library. Learn more about the history and impact of the Bala […]

Open House at AIM Academy

AIM Academy 1200 River Road,, Conshohocken, PA, United States

Discover AIM Academy, Pennsylvania's largest college-prep school for bright children with language-based learning differences in 1st–12th grade. Learn more about their innovative programs and student support by attending one of their in-person Open House events. These gatherings offer parents and guardians the chance to visit the campus, meet the faculty […]

Halloween Hikes and Hayrides

Halloween Hikes and Hayrides

Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagy's Mill Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Philly’s favorite fall family festival is back! Halloween Hikes and Hayrides is an evening of exploration, education, and fun on October 24 and 25th. Craft magical creations with the Witches of the Woods, make s’mores by the fire, take a hayride and search for nocturnal creatures, chat with our woodland […]

Guided Tour: Monsters, Myths, and Legends at the Penn Museum

Penn Museum 3260 South St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Where in the Museum do monsters hide, with demons and guardians lurking inside? With amulet in hand, hunt creatures small and grand! At this special event at the Penn Museum, your expert tour guide will share scholarly insights and rich interpretation beyond the object labels—with a spooky twist. Ask questions, […]

Halloween Hikes and Hayrides

Halloween Hikes and Hayrides

Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagy's Mill Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Philly’s favorite fall family festival is back! Halloween Hikes and Hayrides is an evening of exploration, education, and fun on October 24 and 25th. Craft magical creations with the Witches of the Woods, make s’mores by the fire, take a hayride and search for nocturnal creatures, chat with our woodland […]

Guided Tour: Monsters, Myths, and Legends at the Penn Museum

Penn Museum 3260 South St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Where in the Museum do monsters hide, with demons and guardians lurking inside? With amulet in hand, hunt creatures small and grand! At this special event at the Penn Museum, your expert tour guide will share scholarly insights and rich interpretation beyond the object labels—with a spooky twist. Ask questions, […]

Open House at AIM Academy

AIM Academy 1200 River Road,, Conshohocken, PA, United States

Discover AIM Academy, Pennsylvania's largest college-prep school for bright children with language-based learning differences in 1st–12th grade. Learn more about their innovative programs and student support by attending one of their in-person Open House events. These gatherings offer parents and guardians the chance to visit the campus, meet the faculty […]

ALS United Philadelphia Walk

Citizens Bank Park 1 Citizens Bank Way, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join the ALS United Walk this fall at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia—a local effort to honor those impacted by ALS and accelerate progress toward a cure. The event welcomes individuals and teams at no registration cost, offering a meaningful way to walk together in solidarity, remembrance, and advocacy. For […]

Free
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 […]

Back to the Future the Musical at the Academy of Music

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

The '80's film classic Back to the Future rockets into Philadelphia as a thrilling Broadway musical that brings Marty McFly's time-traveling adventure to the stage. When Marty accidentally gets transported to 1955 in Doc Brown's time machine, he must race against time to fix history and find his way back […]

Open House at AIM Academy

AIM Academy 1200 River Road,, Conshohocken, PA, United States

Discover AIM Academy, Pennsylvania's largest college-prep school for bright children with language-based learning differences in 1st–12th grade. Learn more about their innovative programs and student support by attending one of their in-person Open House events. These gatherings offer parents and guardians the chance to visit the campus, meet the faculty […]

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 […]

Back to the Future the Musical at the Academy of Music

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

The '80's film classic Back to the Future rockets into Philadelphia as a thrilling Broadway musical that brings Marty McFly's time-traveling adventure to the stage. When Marty accidentally gets transported to 1955 in Doc Brown's time machine, he must race against time to fix history and find his way back […]

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 […]

Back to the Future the Musical at the Academy of Music

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

The '80's film classic Back to the Future rockets into Philadelphia as a thrilling Broadway musical that brings Marty McFly's time-traveling adventure to the stage. When Marty accidentally gets transported to 1955 in Doc Brown's time machine, he must race against time to fix history and find his way back […]

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 […]

Back to the Future the Musical at the Academy of Music

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

The '80's film classic Back to the Future rockets into Philadelphia as a thrilling Broadway musical that brings Marty McFly's time-traveling adventure to the stage. When Marty accidentally gets transported to 1955 in Doc Brown's time machine, he must race against time to fix history and find his way back […]

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 […]

Back to the Future the Musical at the Academy of Music

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

The '80's film classic Back to the Future rockets into Philadelphia as a thrilling Broadway musical that brings Marty McFly's time-traveling adventure to the stage. When Marty accidentally gets transported to 1955 in Doc Brown's time machine, he must race against time to fix history and find his way back […]

Back to the Future the Musical at the Academy of Music

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

The '80's film classic Back to the Future rockets into Philadelphia as a thrilling Broadway musical that brings Marty McFly's time-traveling adventure to the stage. When Marty accidentally gets transported to 1955 in Doc Brown's time machine, he must race against time to fix history and find his way back […]

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 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 […]

Back to the Future the Musical at the Academy of Music

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

The '80's film classic Back to the Future rockets into Philadelphia as a thrilling Broadway musical that brings Marty McFly's time-traveling adventure to the stage. When Marty accidentally gets transported to 1955 in Doc Brown's time machine, he must race against time to fix history and find his way back […]

Back to the Future the Musical at the Academy of Music

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

The '80's film classic Back to the Future rockets into Philadelphia as a thrilling Broadway musical that brings Marty McFly's time-traveling adventure to the stage. When Marty accidentally gets transported to 1955 in Doc Brown's time machine, he must race against time to fix history and find his way back […]

Back to the Future the Musical at the Academy of Music

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

The '80's film classic Back to the Future rockets into Philadelphia as a thrilling Broadway musical that brings Marty McFly's time-traveling adventure to the stage. When Marty accidentally gets transported to 1955 in Doc Brown's time machine, he must race against time to fix history and find his way back […]

Back to the Future the Musical at the Academy of Music

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

The '80's film classic Back to the Future rockets into Philadelphia as a thrilling Broadway musical that brings Marty McFly's time-traveling adventure to the stage. When Marty accidentally gets transported to 1955 in Doc Brown's time machine, he must race against time to fix history and find his way back […]

Back to the Future the Musical at the Academy of Music

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

The '80's film classic Back to the Future rockets into Philadelphia as a thrilling Broadway musical that brings Marty McFly's time-traveling adventure to the stage. When Marty accidentally gets transported to 1955 in Doc Brown's time machine, he must race against time to fix history and find his way back […]

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 […]