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Free Activities for Frugal Fun Around the Main Line!

A good time with the kids doesn't have to cost a fortune. In fact, there's plenty of free fun to be had around the Main Line

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Sometimes the cost of family fun can really add up! Admission, parking, fees, overpriced food and drinks…It’s enough to blow the budget! But a good time with the kids doesn’t have to cost a fortune. In fact, there are plenty of fun activities around the Main Line that are free — and we’re here to help you find them.

As your frugal fun finder, we’re keeping an eye out for free activities and dropping them right here in this list. From concerts in the park and free admission days at zoos and museums, to fitness groups, community festivals, and more, you’ll find fun that won’t break the bank. Because it’s free!

Pro-tip for frugal fun: don’t forget your local library! The Lower Merion, Chester County, and Delaware County libraries offer a bevy of free activities and programming for kids and families. However, we won’t usually post library activities in this list unless they host an super-special program, performance, or class.

Still looking for free activities for your family? Check out our Beginner’s Guide to Main Line Hiking Trails to plan some no-cost, nature appreciation when the weather’s nice.

Find all kinds of family-friendly events for every day of the week on the Main Line Parent Calendar!

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  • Black History Month – The Marketplace: Celebrating Black Entrepreneurship

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

    Explore, shop, and support the vibrant creativity and talent within the local community at FOBH The Marketplace, a cornerstone event of the FLY FOREVER series. This lively indoor market showcases a diverse selection of local Black-owned businesses, offering everything from artisan goods to specialty services and delicious food. Event Highlights: Meet and […]

  • Summer Fun Open House at YMCA of Greater Brandywine (all branches)

    All YMCA of Greater Brandywine branches

    Join the YMCA of Greater Brandywine for an Open House—a free, family-friendly event designed to help you stay active now and lock in the biggest savings of the year. The open house will feature: Free trial group exercise classes Hands-on family activities Summer camp previews and staff meet-and-greets Program samplers […]

  • Glimpse of Goldfish

    Goldfish Swim School, Oaks 180 Mill Road, Oaks, United States

    Curious about swim lessons at Goldfish Swim School? Join them for a FREE Glimpse event! Kids enjoy a trial lesson, parents explore their program. Enroll that day & get your membership fee waived! Call 610-467-2125 or text 610-795-9010. Spots are limited!

  • St Patrick’s Day Crafternoon

    Gladwyne Library 362 Righters Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

    Wear something green because St. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner! Head to the Children's Room anytime between 3 and 5 pm to create a fun leprechaun craft! The library will have colorful paper, stickers, and markers.

  • Storytime with Miss Rebecca: Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

    Downingtown Library 122 Wallace Avenue, Downingtown, PA, United States

    Join Miss Rebecca for a drop-in story time celebrating St. Patrick's Day. All ages are invited to attend, but this story time is geared towards ages 0-6. Enjoy reading, dancing, and singing! Each story time will be an adventure! Story time will take place in the open area next to […]

  • Chadds Ford Elementary School 77th Annual Art Show & Sale

    Chadds Ford Elementary School 3 Baltimore Pike, Chadds Ford, PA, United States

    Chadds Ford Elementary School will host its 77th Annual Art Show and Sale affording patrons an opportunity to purchase art, jewelry, wooden items, glass designs, and more directly from more than 70 local and regional artists. Admission is free and open to all ages. An updated list of artists can […]

    Free

  • Kids Makerspace – St. Patrick’s edition

    Morgan Log House 850 Weikel Road, Lansdale, PA

    Join Morgan Log House this year for a new Makerspace experience! This month, children will make leprechaun traps using normal household items as part of a special St. Patrick’s Day edition. Their Kids' Makerspace is a hands-on zone and free family event where children can enjoy an engaging story time […]

  • Hidden, High & Hammered.

    Center School 2450 Hamilton Avenue, Abington, PA, United States

    Teens today have access to more substances than ever before, and the signs can be easy to miss. From hidden vape pens to THC, CBD, or alcohol-laced treats that are often concealed in plain sight. In this hands-on presentation, Beth Sanborn will guide adults through the real-world ways children hide, use, and find these substances.

    Free

  • April Fools Full Moon Night Hike

    McKaig Nature Education Center 889 Croton Road, Wayne, PA, United States

    Think you’ve seen it all? Think again. This April Fools' Day, head to the McKaig Nature Education Center for a hike that’s 100% real, even if the date feels suspicious. With sunset at 7:25 PM and the moon rising at 7:19 PM, the hike's departure from the Roberts Elementary School parking lot will […]

  • Dusty Attics & Creepy Cellars – Open House

    Morgan Log House 850 Weikel Road, Lansdale, PA

    Have you ever wondered what Morgan Log House’s cellar and attic look like? Join for its season opener, Dusty Attics & Creepy Cellars!

    Free

  • Military Might

    Morgan Log House 850 Weikel Road, Lansdale, PA

    Visit Morgan Log House for Military Might for a special event honoring the stories, service, and sacrifices of those who served throughout American history. This family-friendly day brings together living historians, military reenactors, and storytellers to explore the impact of war from the battlefield to the home front.

    Free
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