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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Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest

Blue Cross RiverRink 101 S Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia

For more than 32 seasons, Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest has been Philadelphia's favorite wintertime tradition on the Delaware River Waterfront. It invites visitors to indulge in flights of fancy under thousands of sparkling lights in a wonderland with spectacular views of the Delaware River.

Middle School Open House at Notre Dame

Academy of Notre Dame de Namur 560 Sproul Road, Villanova

For prospective students in grades 4, 5, 6, & 7 and their parents. Families interested in the Middle School at the Academy of Notre Dame are invited to join them for this special event featuring guided tours of their 39-acre campus, a visit with their Head of School, a parent […]

Lunar New Year at the Please Touch Museum

The Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia

Ring in the Lunar New Year at the Please Touch Museum with a festive performance by the Philadelphia Suns and themed workshops that bring the traditions of the holiday to life. Enjoy Zodiac Animal Matching in the Tot Spot, Story times featuring readings of Ruby’s Lunar New Year, Chinese calligraphy […]

Family Explorers at Tyler Arboretum

Tyler Arboretum 515 Painter Road, Media

Connect your family with the outdoors on this fun, interactive nature exploration designed to spark curiosity and wonder. Seek out the day’s wonders at the Arboretum, uncovering plants, animals, and other seasonal highlights that bring the landscape to life. Led by knowledgeable guides, your adventure may take you to the […]

Fasnacht Cooking Demonstration

Historic Trappe Speaker's House 151 W. Main Street, Trappe

Join hearth cook Becky Manley in the Speaker’s House kitchen at Historice Trappe. Becky will be preparing traditional fasnachts, the rich Pennsylvania German doughnuts enjoyed on the eve of Lent.

Children’s Market at the Philly Home + Garden Show

Greater Philadelphia Expo Center 100 Station Avenue, Oaks

Calling all young entrepreneurs ages 5–17! Here's your chance to run your own business and earn real cash with a booth at the Philly Home + Garden Show. With more than 20,000 attendees, this is an unbeatable opportunity for kids to showcase their creativity, sharpen their business skills, and enjoy […]

$25

Black History STEM Workshop: Innovate, Engineer, Elevate

Upper Merion Library 175 W. Valley Forge Road, King of Prussia

Celebrate Black History Month with an action-packed afternoon of hands-on science and tech exploration. The FOBH STEM Workshop invites students and curious creators to dive into engineering, robotics, and innovation inspired by African-American trailblazers who shaped aerospace and STEM fields. Event Highlights: Build a working robot alongside special guest “Stevie the Inventor,” who will […]

Treats on the Trail Lower Merion

Hiking Hound Adventures Lower Merion

Make outdoor adventures extra fun with Hiking Hound Adventures'  Treats on the Trail! This series of themed hikes is designed for children, but enjoyable for the whole family. Each one-hour guided hike combines exploration, education, and tasty treats to create memorable experiences on the trail. 

Black History STEM Fair: Innovate, Engineer, Elevate In-Person

Upper Merion Township Library 175 W Valley Forge Road, King of Prussia

Celebrate Black History Month with an action-packed afternoon of hands-on science and tech exploration at the FOBH STEM Fair. This event invites families, students, and curious creators to dive into engineering, robotics, and innovation inspired by African-American trailblazers who shaped aerospace and STEM fields. Event Highlights: Student STEM Showcase featuring creative projects, […]

Teen & Tween Artist Justin Lockley

West Chester Library 415 N. Church St., West Chester

Artist Justin Lockley will be speaking to teens and tweens in honor of Black History Month.  He will talk about overcoming obstacles and his journey to his dream of being an artist.  Registration is required.

Beat the Winter Blues at Cabin Fever

Downtown Malvern King Street and Warren Avenue, Malvern

Join Malvern Borough Parks & Recreation for Cabin Fever – an indoor community celebration for ages 8 to 80, offering the perfect antidote to those long winter days! Secure your free entrance ticket here. Winter doesn't have to mean staying cooped up! This community gathering is designed to bring neighbors […]

Ned Hector – Black Revolutionary War Hero

Haverford Township Free Library 1601 Darby Road, Havertown

Join the Haverford Township Free Library for an afternoon with historical interpreter, Noah Lewis who presents the life and times of Edward “Ned” Hector, a black soldier who fought in the American Revolution for the Continental Army for the cause of American Independence.  Ned Hector served as a teamster (a […]

Lunar New Year in Media: Lion Dance on State Street

State Street in Media State Street, Media

The Lion Dance will begin in front of Plum Street Park on Saturday, February 21st at 2pm. They will walk down toward Orange Street and loop back up to greet the local shops and businesses. The event should last about two hours and will end in front of Peking Restaurant.

King of Prussia Welcomes the Year of the Horse with Lunar New Year Celebration

Nordstrom Court - King of Prussia 160 N Gulph Rd, King of Prussia

King of Prussia is ringing in the Lunar New Year with a lively community celebration welcoming the Year of the Horse. Guests are invited to experience an afternoon filled with color, culture, and tradition, featuring festive performances, a Dragon Dance performance, red envelope giveaways and special shopping moments throughout the […]

Dreams in Motion with First State Ballet Theatre

Dreams in Motion
The Grand Opera House 818 N Market Street, Wilmington

Dreams in Motion by First State Ballet Theatre is contemporary ballet that is sure to move you. This program explores the whimsical and surreal side of the dreamscape with two ballets from FSBT’s repertoire by choreographer Viktor Plotnikov: Fantasy to Dvořák and Nonsense (In the Sense of Innocence). Audiences will […]

Children’s Market at the Philly Home + Garden Show

Greater Philadelphia Expo Center 100 Station Avenue, Oaks

Calling all young entrepreneurs ages 5–17! Here's your chance to run your own business and earn real cash with a booth at the Philly Home + Garden Show. With more than 20,000 attendees, this is an unbeatable opportunity for kids to showcase their creativity, sharpen their business skills, and enjoy […]

$25

Dreams in Motion with First State Ballet Theatre

Dreams in Motion
The Grand Opera House 818 N Market Street, Wilmington

Dreams in Motion by First State Ballet Theatre is contemporary ballet that is sure to move you. This program explores the whimsical and surreal side of the dreamscape with two ballets from FSBT’s repertoire by choreographer Viktor Plotnikov: Fantasy to Dvořák and Nonsense (In the Sense of Innocence). Audiences will […]