High Five! Main Line Family-Friendly Weekend Events: September 28–29
Happy weekend! Plan the perfect weekend with our picks.
Happy weekend! Plan the perfect weekend with our picks.
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All Weekend
LEGOLAND Discovery Center’s Brick or Treat
September 28–October 31
500 W. Germantown Pike, Plymouth Meeting
LEGO lovers unite for a scavenger hunt, a life-size hayride in the LEGO pumpkin patch, four-foot-tall LEGO wit
Pumpkinland and Haunted Gardens at Colonial Gardens
September 28—October 31
745 Schuylkill Road, Phoenixville
Enjoy family-friendly fall fun through October. Activities include hayrides, corn maze, and a Halloween funhouse. Plus, Pumpkinland—a Halloween display of colorful cartoon characters, scarecrows, hay hutch, and over ten tons of pumpkins—is always a hit!
Greek Food Festival
September 26—29
St. George Greek Orthodox Church of Media, 30 E. Forge Rd., Media
This annual Greek festival includes authentic Greek dishes and pastries along with Greek dancing, live music, children’s activities, and more.
Harvest Fest at Elmwood Park Zoo
Weekends through November 17, noon–4 pm
1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown
Weekends this fall, come to Elmwood Park Zoo to participate in themed activities, navigate your way through a corn maze, play carnival-style games, paint a pumpkin, and enjoy live entertainment. This Sunday at 1 pm, Lolly and Yoyo will be performing!
Pumpkinland at Linvilla Orchards
Through November 10
137 W. Knowlton Rd., Media
Now it’s really fall, because Linvilla has brought out the piles and piles of pumpkins! Plus, enjoy live music and entertainment, hayrides, train rides, pony rides, face painting, and more.
The Count’s Halloween Spooktacular
Weekends through November 3
Sesame Place, 100 Sesame Road, Langhorne
Come in costume and enjoy special Halloween-themed shows; soar, swing, fly, and cruise on three Count von Count themed mechanical rides, and see everyone’s favorite furry friends dressed up in costume. There will be special Halloween parades (including a special night one on Saturday), trick-or-treating, and more.
Fall Harvest Celebration Weekend
September 28—29, noon—5 pm
Highland Orchards, 1000 Marshallton Thorndale Rd., West Chester
Pick your own apples or take a hayride around the farm. Plus, shop for locally grown produce, treats, and hand-crafted merchandise.
Disney’s Enchanted Tales Series: ‘The Little Mermaid’
September 27—29
Movie Tavern, 110 Bartlett Avenue, Exton
This September, Movie Tavern is showing a different Disney classic each weekend for only $6! This week, it’s The Little Mermaid!
Family Camp-out at Riverbend
September 28, 6 pm—September 29, 9 am
1950 Spring Mill Rd., Gladwyne
Riverbend staff will help you set up your tent, build the campfire, provide the food, and lead a nighttime program for the whole family. Pre-register online.
Saturday
Harriton Farmstead Fair
September 28, 10 am – 4 pm
500 Harriton Road, Bryn Mawr
This major event in Lower Merion Township features crafts, antiques, sheep herding, pony rides, historic house tours, children’s games, muskets and soldiers, blacksmiths, stone carvers, cabinetmakers, spinners, skep [beehive] weavers, Bluegrass music, falconry and other birds of prey, and much more. The Fair also features the Harriton Attic Treasures Booth, which is the best flea market on the Main Line, the Harriton Farm stand featuring flowers and organic produce (some of which is from the Harriton garden). All of these activities and your contributions help to assure Harriton’s continued operation as an historic site.
‘May the Forks Be With You’ Breakfast
September 28, 10—11:30 am
Elmwood Park Zoo, 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown
Come dressed as your favorite Star Wars character, and enjoy a buffet breakfast with Star Wars character (and animal) meet-and-greets! Space is limited; pre-register online.
Media Open Streets
September 28, 10 am—3 pm
Jackson St. from Fifth St. to Third St, Third St. from Jackson to West St., down West to State St., and down State to Glen Providence Park; Media
Come and experience the fun of strolling or biking the streets of Media without cars—it’s healthy fun for the whole family! There will also be vendor and information tables, food trucks, fun activities, and music along the way, at Borough Hall, and at Glen Providence Park.
Descendants Event at Sweet and Sassy
September 28, 10:30 am
250 Plaza Drive Providence Town Center, Collegeville
Get ‘Descendants’ makeovers, sing and dance, and more. You’ll be chillin’ like a villain! Book online.
Arting Together: A Creative Pop Up
September 28, 11 am—4 pm
Upper Darby Art Gallery, 26 Park Avenue, Upper Darby
Artists will work and play together to create and complete a unique collaborative artwork, and create community for the day. Materials provided, but you are welcome to bring your favorites. Snacks and drinks provided. Kids are welcome to come and add to the “You in Your Community” Interactive Art Display.
Delaware County Symphony Instrument Petting Zoo at Marple Library
September 28, 11 am—noon
2599 Sproul Rd., Broomall
Seven classically trained musicians will explain and demonstrate to the children how their specific instruments individually sound and are uniquely used in classical music to make a full symphonic sound. The program will conclude with an ensemble performance so the children may hear the sounds of the instruments performing together. The program is free and open to the public.
Paoli Blues Fest
September 28, 11 am – 6 pm
Paoli Presyberian Church, 225 South Valley Road, Paoli
The blues fest comes to Paoli each fall to entertain us with the incredible blues musicians from our community. Come in your dancing shoes to dance the afternoon away. Plus, enjoy some great food and browse the many local vendors.
JoJo Siwa Girls’ Day Out
September 28, 12:15 pm
Sweet and Sassy, 250 Plaza Drive Providence Town Center, Collegeville
Kids will get a JoJo makeover, and sing and dance to her songs. Online reservations required.
Free Performance by Academy of International Ballet
September 28, 1—2 pm
75 West Baltimore Pike, Media
Dancers with the Academy of International Ballet (AIB) will perform in colorful classical and romantic ballet costumes excerpts from ballet favorites that will delight children and families.
Upper Darby International Festival
September 28, 1—7 pm
69th and Market streets, Upper Darby
Celebrating the more than 80 countries represented in Upper Darby Township, the International Festival features live music on two stages, international food, crafts and demonstrations, children’s activities, a parade of flags, and fun for all.
Author Event: Amy Ignatow at Children’s Book World
September 28, 1 pm
17 Haverford Station Rd., Haverford
Amy Ignatow is back with her new book, The Cutest Thing Ever, and will do a special reading at Children’s Book World.
Children’s Workshop: Family Jewelry Day
September 28, 1 – 3pm
Wayne Art Center, 413 Maplewood Ave., Wayne
Together, learn how to create a twisted wire cuff bracelet and a matching ring with mixed metals such as brass and copper. You will learn the basics of soldering, filing and sanding, as well as techniques like forming, polishing and finishing jewelry. Pre-register online. For ages 8 and up.
Crazy Aaron Visits Learning Express
September 28, 1—2 pm
Learning Express Toys of Collegeville, 160 Market St., Collegeville
The creator of Thinking Putty will visit Learning Express to demo new putty, autograph your tins and snap a few selfies!
Curious George Party
September 28, 2—3 pm
Ardmore Library, 108 Ardmore Ave., Ardmore
Come to the library for Curious George books, games, activities and fun. Space is limited; pre-registration is required.
Family Movie Day: ‘Aladdin’
September 28, 2 pm
Belmont Hills Library, 120 Mary Waters Ford Rd., Bala Cynwyd
Come watch the live-action version of Aladdin! Snacks and drinks will be provided. All ages welcome; children under 12 must be accompanied by a caregiver 17 or over for the duration of the event.
Ardmore Oktoberfest
September 28, 2 – 8 pm
Schauffele Plaza, Ardmore
This family-friendly festival celebrates the great food and beer of Germany and the gorgeous fall season. Downtown Ardmore will come alive with traditional German fare, brews, and entertainment for the whole family! This year’s event will also feature a VIP Beer Garden (Limited VIP tickets are available and must be purchased HERE prior to the event. Ticket holders must show ID and bring their ticket to be admitted.)
‘Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat’
September 28, 2 pm
Footlighters Theater, 58 Main Ave., Berwyn
Footlighters Theater presents the classic Andrew Lloyd Webber musical ‘Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.’ Tickets available online.
Saturday Family Drop-In at Main Line Art Center
September 28, 2—4 pm
746 Panmure Road, Haverford
These classes are geared for children (ages 3-10) to attend alongside their guardian. Each class will begin with a tour of Main Line Art Center’s facilities, followed by a story that will relate to a craft. Media will vary weekly, ranging from painting, to mixed media, to printmaking. Register online.
Free Rhythm Babies Class
September 28, 3—3:45 pm
Radnor Memorial Library, 114 W. Wayne Ave., Wayne
An early childhood music class that provides an educational bonding experience for children ages 4 months to 2 years and their caregivers. Space is limited; pre-register online.
Teen Open Mic
September 28, 3—5 pm
The Kelly Center, 4 East Eagle Road, Havertown
Open Mic for performers age 19 and under. Singers, poets, comedians welcome. To perform, apply online.
Figure Skating Exhibition
September 28, 5:15—6:15 pm
Philadelphia Skating Club and Humane Society, 220 Holland Ave., Ardmore
Watch skaters from the Philadelphia Skating Club in Ardmore perform before they head to regional and sectional competitions. The event is free of charge and open to the public.
Outdoor Movie Night: ‘Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone’
September 28, 6:30 pm
Suburban Square, Anderson and Coulter avenues, Ardmore
Muggles, gather in the courtyard for a fun, free outdoor movie night!
‘Mamma Mia’ at Players Club of Swarthmore
September 28, 8 pm
614 Fairview Ave., Swarthmore
This fun musical set to the songs of ABBA hits the stage. Tickets available online.
Fireworks & Fountains at Longwood Gardens
September 28, 8:15 pm
Longwood Gardens, 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square
A dazzling show set to music from the Queens of Soul! Bring your own chairs; blankets not permitted. Tickets required for this event.
Sunday
Fall Foliage Express at West Chester Railroad
September 29, noon and 2 pm
230 E Market St., West Chester
Climb aboard the West Chester Railroad chain for the Fall Foliage Express and enjoy a 90-minute ride along the picturesque Chester Creek Valley. You can order lunch to enjoy ahead of time online! Sit back and enjoy the ride with the family. Don’t forget your camera!
Toy Story 4 Craft: Forky
September 29, 10:30 am
Learning Express Toys of Collegeville, 160 Market St., Collegeville
Make your own Forky! This is a free event, but online registration is required. For ages 3 and up.
Westtown Day
September 29, 11 am—3 pm
Oakbourne Mansion and Park, 1014 S. Concord Rd., West Chester
The historic Oakbourne Mansion and grounds will feature live bands, carnival games, pony rides, petting zoo animals, food trucks, Civil and Revolutionary War reenactors, pumpkin decorating, local schools, vendors and organizations. Get a tour of the mansion and grounds. Have your kids “dig” for local archaeological artifacts. Buy from local farms and businesses, shop from talented artisans, woodworkers and potters. There’s something for everyone of all ages.
Family Program: Creepy Crawlers Hunt
September 29, 1 – 2:30 pm
Tyler Arboretum, 515 Painter Rd., Media
Kids and adults become apprentice entomologists for a day! This is a fun, interactive ‘catch and release’ adventure. Nets and bug boxes will be provided. Suitable for ages 3 and up. Pre-register online.
Teen Workshop: Printmaking
September 29, 1 – 3 pm
Wayne Art Center, 413 Maplewood Ave., Wayne
Teens can try their hand at carving a linoleum block, and transfer their design to create a set of simple graphic notecards. Pre-register online.
Photograph courtesy of LEGOLAND Discovery Center.
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