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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  • PlayIn Time Children’s Music Circle at Stoneleigh

    PlayIn Time Children’s Music Circle
    Stoneleigh: A Natural Garden 1829 East County Line Road, Villanova, PA, United States

    Join PlayIn Time Productions for a weekly, interactive musical program geared toward children up to age five and their parents or caregivers. Instructor Miss Virginia will guide you and your child through warming up your bodies with movement, practicing listening skills using activities like freeze dances, and jamming to classic […]

  • Kimberton Waldorf School: Waldorf 101 Parent Support Series

    Kimberton Waldorf School 410 W. Seven Stars Road, Phoenixville, PA, United States

    Kimberton Waldorf School will be offering a Waldorf 101 Parent Support Series for the 2025–26 school year! Come to the school on select Saturday mornings from 9:00 to 10:30 am, where a variety of experienced speakers will share insights into Waldorf education and the journey of parenting children of all […]

  • 2026 PGA Championship

    Aronimink Golf Club 3600 St. Davids Rd, Newtown Square, PA, United States

    The 2026 PGA Championship returns to the Philadelphia region for the first time in over 60 years. From May 11–17, Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square will host 156 of the world’s top professional golfers, competing for the historic Wanamaker Trophy. With over 200,000 spectators expected and global broadcast coverage, […]

  • Babble & Books at Harmony Kids Playhouse

    Babble & Books at Harmony Kids Playhouse
    Harmony Kids Playhouse 7 West Baltimore Ave., Media, PA

    Join HKP for a story time and play session designed to boost your child’s early language skills! Led by Ms. Tina, a Speech and Language Pathologist (SLP) from The Speech Language Center, Babble & Books combines 30 minutes of interactive story time with 30 minutes of open play.

  • Secret Gardens Tour

    The Shipley School 814 Yarrow Street, Bryn Mawr, PA

    Join the Shipley School for the 52nd annual Secret Gardens Tour - a one-day, self-guided tour through breathtaking private gardens on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.

  • PlayIn Time Children’s Music Circle at Stoneleigh

    PlayIn Time Children’s Music Circle
    Stoneleigh: A Natural Garden 1829 East County Line Road, Villanova, PA, United States

    Join PlayIn Time Productions for a weekly, interactive musical program geared toward children up to age five and their parents or caregivers. Instructor Miss Virginia will guide you and your child through warming up your bodies with movement, practicing listening skills using activities like freeze dances, and jamming to classic […]

  • Public Archaeology Days at Newlin Grist Mill

    Newlin Grist Mill 219 Cheyney Road, Glen Mills, PA

    Join Newlin as they dig into history with archaeological excavations at Newlin Grist Mill and learn more about the site through the evidence under their feet! The public is invited to participate (or just watch) as Newlin Grist Mill’s professional archaeologist, Keith Doms, and a dedicated corps of archaeology volunteers […]

  • Newlin’s 250th Celebration: Building America Through Trades and Food

    Newlin Grist Mill 219 Cheyney Road, Glen Mills, PA

    Join Newlin Grist Mill for their America's 250th Birthday celebrations through special demonstrations, workshops, make-and-takes, and talks on topics related to the trades that built America and the feeding of a revolution. Demonstrations are ongoing throughout the day. Talks are $10/person or free for members. April 18, 10 am-3 pm […]

  • Lansdowne Arts on the Avenue

    Veterans Landing 30 N. Lansdowne Ave., Lansdowne, PA

    Lansdowne Arts on the Avenue Festival annually features 50+ juried artists, performances, demonstrations and more!

  • Babble & Books at Harmony Kids Playhouse

    Babble & Books at Harmony Kids Playhouse
    Harmony Kids Playhouse 7 West Baltimore Ave., Media, PA

    Join HKP for a story time and play session designed to boost your child’s early language skills! Led by Ms. Tina, a Speech and Language Pathologist (SLP) from The Speech Language Center, Babble & Books combines 30 minutes of interactive story time with 30 minutes of open play.

  • School-Closure Day Camp at The Clubhouse

    The Clubhouse Phoenixville - 1288 Valley Forge Road, Unit 87, Phoenixville PA 19460 1288 Valley Forge Rd #87, Phoenixville, PA, United States

    No school? No problem — The Clubhouse has you covered! Looking for a fun, safe, and flexible option when school is closed? Kids can join them for a morning of play (9 am–12  pm) or extend to a full day until 2 pm with their easy add-on options. Morning Session […]

  • Foundry Fundays – Day Off Camps in Glenside

    Foundry Fundays in Glenside
    12 West Glenside Avenue, Glenside, PA 19038 12 West Glenside Avenue, Glenside, PA, United States

    Brooklyn Robot Foundry Philly’s Foundry Funday programs turn holidays, half-days, spring break, and school days off into exciting, screen-free robotics adventures your child will love—and you’ll feel great about. Designed for busy Philly-area parents who want meaningful educational experiences, their camps blend STEM learning, creativity, movement, and fun in a […]

  • 2026 Main Line Parent Best for Families Celebration

    Radnor Valley Country Club 555 Sproul Rd, Villanova, PA, United States

    Roll out the red carpet — it's time to celebrate the businesses and nonprofits making the Main Line and Philadelphia's Western Suburbs the best place to raise a family. Join Family Focus Media for an elegant evening of recognition, inspiration, and connection. Main Line Parent, Philadelphia Family, and Bucks County […]

    $165
  • School-Closure Day Camp at The Clubhouse

    The Clubhouse Phoenixville - 1288 Valley Forge Road, Unit 87, Phoenixville PA 19460 1288 Valley Forge Rd #87, Phoenixville, PA, United States

    No school? No problem — The Clubhouse has you covered! Looking for a fun, safe, and flexible option when school is closed? Kids can join them for a morning of play (9 am–12  pm) or extend to a full day until 2 pm with their easy add-on options. Morning Session […]

  • PlayIn Time Children’s Music Circle at Stoneleigh

    PlayIn Time Children’s Music Circle
    Stoneleigh: A Natural Garden 1829 East County Line Road, Villanova, PA, United States

    Join PlayIn Time Productions for a weekly, interactive musical program geared toward children up to age five and their parents or caregivers. Instructor Miss Virginia will guide you and your child through warming up your bodies with movement, practicing listening skills using activities like freeze dances, and jamming to classic […]

  • 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
  • PlayIn Time Children’s Music Circle at Stoneleigh

    PlayIn Time Children’s Music Circle
    Stoneleigh: A Natural Garden 1829 East County Line Road, Villanova, PA, United States

    Join PlayIn Time Productions for a weekly, interactive musical program geared toward children up to age five and their parents or caregivers. Instructor Miss Virginia will guide you and your child through warming up your bodies with movement, practicing listening skills using activities like freeze dances, and jamming to classic […]

  • Bird Walks at Newlin Grist Mill

    Bird Walks at Newlin Grist Mill
    Newlin Grist Mill 219 Cheyney Road, Glen Mills, PA

    Newlin Grist Mill and Wild Birds Unlimited (Glen Mills) have teamed up to explore the wonderful world of bird life! Join them for monthly naturalist-led walks through the 160-acre park at Newlin Grist Mill. Visitors will meet year-round residents, visit exciting migrants, and learn the basics of bird identification and […]

  • Habitat Stewards at Newlin Grist Mill

    Habitat Stewards at Newlin Grist Mill
    Newlin Grist Mill 219 Cheyney Road, Glen Mills, PA

    Help Newlin make the park a better place for wildlife and people. The Habitat Stewards group meets once a month to work on outdoor tasks related to habitat restoration and species conservation. Projects vary by month, but include things like invasive plant removal, tree planting, garden maintenance, trail cleanup, and […]

  • PlayIn Time Children’s Music Circle at Stoneleigh

    PlayIn Time Children’s Music Circle
    Stoneleigh: A Natural Garden 1829 East County Line Road, Villanova, PA, United States

    Join PlayIn Time Productions for a weekly, interactive musical program geared toward children up to age five and their parents or caregivers. Instructor Miss Virginia will guide you and your child through warming up your bodies with movement, practicing listening skills using activities like freeze dances, and jamming to classic […]

  • First Touch Academy USA – Free Soccer Launch Event

    Dittmar Park Fields 600 W Wayne Ave, Wayne, PA, United States

    First Touch Academy USA is launching in Wayne, Pennsylvania and is inviting local families to a free soccer launch event. This special introduction event will give young players and parents the opportunity to experience the coaching philosophy behind First Touch Academy, an elite football development program inspired by European academy training methods.

  • Newlin’s 250th Celebration: Building America Through Trades and Food

    Newlin Grist Mill 219 Cheyney Road, Glen Mills, PA

    Join Newlin Grist Mill for their America's 250th Birthday celebrations through special demonstrations, workshops, make-and-takes, and talks on topics related to the trades that built America and the feeding of a revolution. Demonstrations are ongoing throughout the day. Talks are $10/person or free for members. April 18, 10 am-3 pm […]

  • PlayIn Time Children’s Music Circle at Stoneleigh

    PlayIn Time Children’s Music Circle
    Stoneleigh: A Natural Garden 1829 East County Line Road, Villanova, PA, United States

    Join PlayIn Time Productions for a weekly, interactive musical program geared toward children up to age five and their parents or caregivers. Instructor Miss Virginia will guide you and your child through warming up your bodies with movement, practicing listening skills using activities like freeze dances, and jamming to classic […]

  • Race for the Watershed 5K and Duck Derby

    Newlin Grist Mill 219 Cheyney Road, Glen Mills, PA

    Help support healthy waterways in the community! Held in partnership with Concord Township, the Race for the Watershed 5K and Duck Derby event is a fundraiser to help raise money for watershed protection projects at Newlin Grist Mill. The day starts with a 5K trail run. Stick around for the […]

  • Public Archaeology Days at Newlin Grist Mill

    Newlin Grist Mill 219 Cheyney Road, Glen Mills, PA

    Join Newlin as they dig into history with archaeological excavations at Newlin Grist Mill and learn more about the site through the evidence under their feet! The public is invited to participate (or just watch) as Newlin Grist Mill’s professional archaeologist, Keith Doms, and a dedicated corps of archaeology volunteers […]

  • Chester County PrideFest

    Phoenixville TBA upon registration

    PrideFest returns to Phoenixville on Saturday, June 20 from 12:00–5:00 PM. At a time when many in the LGBTQIA+ community are facing renewed challenges, moments of visibility and connection matter more than ever. Pride has always been about showing up for one another, celebrating who we are, and reminding each other that our community is strong, resilient, and here to stay.

  • Bird Walks at Newlin Grist Mill

    Bird Walks at Newlin Grist Mill
    Newlin Grist Mill 219 Cheyney Road, Glen Mills, PA

    Newlin Grist Mill and Wild Birds Unlimited (Glen Mills) have teamed up to explore the wonderful world of bird life! Join them for monthly naturalist-led walks through the 160-acre park at Newlin Grist Mill. Visitors will meet year-round residents, visit exciting migrants, and learn the basics of bird identification and […]

  • Summer Circuits Camp @ Villanova University

    Villanova University 800 Lancaster Avenue, Villanova, PA, United States

    🚀 Summer Circuit Camp 2026 at Villanova University! Looking for a unique and exciting summer camp? Join the Brooklyn Robot Foundry Summer Circuit Camp at Villanova University! From July 6th – July 31st, 2026, kids will build, tinker, play, and take home a new robot every day! 🔹 Awesome Weekly […]

    $499.00
  • Summer Circuits Camp @ Villanova University

    Villanova University 800 Lancaster Avenue, Villanova, PA, United States

    🚀 Summer Circuit Camp 2026 at Villanova University! Looking for a unique and exciting summer camp? Join the Brooklyn Robot Foundry Summer Circuit Camp at Villanova University! From July 6th – July 31st, 2026, kids will build, tinker, play, and take home a new robot every day! 🔹 Awesome Weekly […]

    $499.00
  • Public Archaeology Days at Newlin Grist Mill

    Newlin Grist Mill 219 Cheyney Road, Glen Mills, PA

    Join Newlin as they dig into history with archaeological excavations at Newlin Grist Mill and learn more about the site through the evidence under their feet! The public is invited to participate (or just watch) as Newlin Grist Mill’s professional archaeologist, Keith Doms, and a dedicated corps of archaeology volunteers […]

  • Summer Circuits Camp @ Villanova University

    Villanova University 800 Lancaster Avenue, Villanova, PA, United States

    🚀 Summer Circuit Camp 2026 at Villanova University! Looking for a unique and exciting summer camp? Join the Brooklyn Robot Foundry Summer Circuit Camp at Villanova University! From July 6th – July 31st, 2026, kids will build, tinker, play, and take home a new robot every day! 🔹 Awesome Weekly […]

    $499.00
  • Bird Walks at Newlin Grist Mill

    Bird Walks at Newlin Grist Mill
    Newlin Grist Mill 219 Cheyney Road, Glen Mills, PA

    Newlin Grist Mill and Wild Birds Unlimited (Glen Mills) have teamed up to explore the wonderful world of bird life! Join them for monthly naturalist-led walks through the 160-acre park at Newlin Grist Mill. Visitors will meet year-round residents, visit exciting migrants, and learn the basics of bird identification and […]

  • Summer Circuits Camp @ Villanova University

    Villanova University 800 Lancaster Avenue, Villanova, PA, United States

    🚀 Summer Circuit Camp 2026 at Villanova University! Looking for a unique and exciting summer camp? Join the Brooklyn Robot Foundry Summer Circuit Camp at Villanova University! From July 6th – July 31st, 2026, kids will build, tinker, play, and take home a new robot every day! 🔹 Awesome Weekly […]

    $499.00