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Looking for some Greater Philadelphia area DAY TRIP ideas? Check out this full list HERE for some inspiration.
DEVON FALL Classic
September 12th – 15th
at The Devon Horse Show 23 Dorset Rd, Devon, PA
The Devon Fall Classic, our exciting all-jumper show, will be celebrating its 7th year in September 2019. Featuring the $25,000 Devon Fall Classic, the Open Speed Stake, the Show Jumping Hall of Fame Classic and the Zone 2 Jumper Finals.
This event also offers food, shopping, live entertainment, rides and games including the1st Annual Chili Cook-off Contest and much much more!
Details HERE and HERE
A Day Out with Thomas at Strasburg Railroad
September 14-22, 2019
(With Percy!)
Details and ticket info HERE
Mamma Mia!
at Players Club of Swarthmore
Sept. 13 – Sept. 28
Details and ticket info HERE
Free at the Kimmel: Los Trompos & Look Up! Look In
Aug 19, 2019 – Nov 17, 2019
A free, interactive art installation featuring 10 three-dimensional, larger than life tops designed and woven by Mexican artists . Esrawe + Cadena. Guests can sit and spin on these cool art pieces!
The Commonwealth Plaza will also feature a new installation by Philadelphia-based artist Karina Puente titled, Look up! Look In. This will be an aerial companion piece in the Plaza that will complement Los Trompos.
Details HERE
Cherry Street Pier
121 N Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia PA
Experience Delaware River Waterfront’s unique take on public space with the opening of Cherry Street Pier
Details HERE and HERE
Free Yoga on the Race Street Pier presented by Independence Blue Cross
Daily through November 12
Class Schedule:
Monday through Thursday: 7:00AM and 6PM
Friday: 7:00AM
Saturday and Sunday at 9:30AM
Twilight Classes:
Classes will begin at 8:30PM
Saturday, September 14: Harvest Moon
Sunday, October 13: Hunter Moon
Tuesday, November 12: Beavers Moon
Holiday Classes:
The following holiday classes will begin at 9:30AM
Labor Day, Monday, September 2
Columbus Day, Modany, October 14
Veterans Day, Monday, November 11
Against the stunning backdrop of the Ben Franklin Bridge, Philadelphia’s favorite free workout series, Free Yoga on Race Street Pier Presented by Independence Blue Cross is back for its sixth season, featuring 300 free yoga classes through autumn. Join Philly’s yoga community at the time that fits your schedule with both morning and evening classes. All experience levels and abilities are welcome.
In the case of inclement weather, yoga instructors will cancel class 30 minutes before the scheduled start time. For regular updates about Free Yoga on Race Street Pier follow @YogaOnThePier on Facebook.
Details HERE
Linvilla Orchards
Pumpkinland Sept 14 – Nov 10
Details HERE
Ship Bottom Beer Garden at Linvilla Orchards
Beginning Weekends in May
HOURS: Sat & Sun -Noon to 9pm
Corn Hole, Giant Jenga. Share a pint under the stars
Pouring some of your favorite and remote releases of Limited Editions
Some Ales will be crafted with Linvilla’s Own farm grown products.
At Ship Bottom Brewery we handcraft every batch of beer that we make and pride ourselves in doing so. We only use the freshest ingredients that are hand selected by our head brewer. Our handcrafted ale and lager recipes were created to maximize the complex flavors of malts and hops.
Details HERE
Lansdowne Landing
7 AM – 10 PM
30 North Lansdowne Avenue, Lansdowne, PA
What is The Landing?
Inspired by awesome outdoor gathering places like Philadelphia’s own The Porch or Spruce Street Harbor Park, the Lansdowne Landing is a fun, festive spot that’s open from 7am to 10pm.
Visit www.lansdownelanding.com for a full schedule of events, updated regularly, so check by often for fun from family-friendly fun to live music to food trucks and more!
Details HERE
PA Renaissance Faire
2775 Lebanon Road, Manheim PA
The castle gates swing wide for 13 weekends of mirth and merriment—Saturdays, Sundays & Labor Day Monday, August 3 through October 27, 2019. The Gates will open at 11AM and close at 8PM each Faire day.
Details and ticket info HERE
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Philadelphia
Details and ticket info HERE
Franklin Square Fountain Show
Beginning July 31st
A brand new fountain show with lights, music, and dancing water will come to the Square in summer 2019,
Details and times HERE
Please Touch Museum
Details HERE
The Franklin Institute
Details HERE
Philadelphia Museum of Art
Details HERE
Academy of Natural Sciences – Dinosaurs Around the World
June 30, 2019–January 20, 2020
“Dinosaurs Around the World introduces visitors to more than a dozen animatronic dinosaurs on a voyage from the ferocious plains of Africa and the tropical beaches of Antarctica, to the inland seas of North America and the polar darkness of Australia.”
Details and ticket info HERE
Philadelphia Zoo – Return of the Zoo Key & LEGO Creatures of Habitat Exhibit
Read more about the zoo’s newest exhibit HERE
Details and Ticket Info HERE
Adventure Aquarium
Details and ticket info HERE
Delaware Museum of Natural History
Details, ticket info and more HERE
Longwood Gardens
Details HERE
The Crayola Experience
Easton, PA
Details HERE
Purchase discount tickets HERE and get $4 off admission price (Regular Price: $19.99 Your Price: $15.99)
Garden State Discovery Museum
Details HERE
Delaware Children’s Museum
Details HERE
Brandywine Zoo
Details HERE
Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens
Details HERE
Diggerland
Diggerfest – September 14th through October 27th – Fun filled fall festivities and all of Diggerland’s over 30 attractions
Details HERE
Sesame Place
Details HERE
Hershey Park
Details HERE
Dorney Park
Details HERE
Dutch Wonderland
Details HERE
Storybook Land
Details HERE
Knoebels Amusement Park
Details HERE
Sahara Sam’s Indoor Water Park
Details HERE
Studio Movie Grill Upper Darby
Movie, Food, Bar, comfy seats and more!
Details HERE
AMC Dine In Movie Theater – Painters Crossing – West Chester
Movie, Food, Bar, comfy reclining seats and more!
** Best to purchase tickets online through amctheaters.com
See my review and more info HERE
Sahara Sams Indoor & Outdoor Water Park
Details HERE
Friday September 13, 2019
For a calendar of Various Infant and Toddler Programs as well as afterschool events at local Delco Libraries, Go HERE
Kindermusik presented by Musik FUNdamentals
9:30 AM – 10 AM
at Radnor Memorial Library
Bond with your child as you play, sing, dance, and giggle together in this musical storytime presented by Musik FUNdamentals. For ages 2-4. Please sign up in person, over the phone, or online for your preferred session time.
Details HERE
Library and Lattes
10 AM – 11 AM
at Oakmont Roots Café 2116 Darby Rd., Havertown, PA
Get your morning coffee at Oakmont Roots and join us for an hour of poetry readings and poetry writing prompts in our kickoff to this monthly program.
Each month the library will sponsor a different hour of entertainment at Oakmont Roots.
Guest will also be able to check out books and sign up for a library card. Don’t miss this special event!
Details HERE
Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood: Stories & a Craft (Friday Drop-in)
11 AM – 11:45 AM
at Media UP Library
Celebrate Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood with stories, music, and a craft. Best for ages 2-5. Just drop in! (Friday only)
Details HERE
Board Games Club
2 PM – 5 PM
at Middletown Free Library
Middletown Free Library has a TON of board games, and Mr. Derek (Youth Services Assistant) is a board game master! Come by after school and learn a new game, or play one of your favorites. Bring some friends or make some new ones! For all ages, but we won’t play games like Candyland or Chutes & Ladders.
Registration is not required!
(2pm-3pm is Play On Your Own, as Mr. Derek has work to do at the front desk, but he can help answer questions or set-up!)
Details HERE
Teen Socials
3 PM
at Haverford Township Free Library
Start the school year off hanging out with your friends or meeting new ones. Have a say in what teen programs we have at the library!
There will be FOOD!
Details HERE
Teen Game Day
3:30 PM – 5 PM
at Lansdowne Public Library
Come in and unwind with the library’s collection of games for the PS4, Xbox 360, or Wii. Feel free to bring in your own games to join in on the fun.
Details HERE
Family Night
4 PM – 5 PM
at Sharon Hill Public Library
Come and join for our Family Night Fridays!!! We might have a movie with popcorn and juice or we will pull out some board games or hook up the video gaming system. Whatever it is, we’ll have fun with family!!!
Details HERE
BYOB & Pizza Night at Lulu’s Casita
4 PM – 7:30 PM
at 6 Cricket Avenue, Ardmore, PA
Lulu’s is open until 7:30pm for more fun, BYOB and pizza starting at 4pm. You can now place your pizza order ahead of time, give us a call, let them know what you want and they will have your pizza waiting for you! Regular admission
Details HERE
Movie Day
5 PM – 6 PM
at Yeadon Library
Details HERE
Swarthmore Food Truck a Thon
5 PM – 9 PM
Swarthmore Co-op 341 Dartmouth Avenue, Swarthmore PA
Details HERE
Saturday Under the Stars
5 PM – 10 PM
State Street in Media PA
Dining Under the Stars on a Saturday? YES! This special event on September 14 and September 28 has all the fantastic restaurants & music PLUS tables out on the street from our local retailers for a unique shopping experience.
Details HERE
Tot Shabbat
5:45 PM – 8:45 PM
Congregation Beth Israel of Media 542 S New Middletown Rd, Media, PA
We will play, sing, and celebrate shabbat together (geared to ages infant through 6 years old)! All family members and friends are welcome. Family dinner is free of charge but please RSVP so that we have enough supplies for everyone.
Details and reservation info HERE
Karaoke at 2312 Garrett (Delaware County, PA) (21 and older)
8 PM – 12 AM
2312 Garrett Rd, Drexel Hill, Pennsylvania
Karaoke is every Friday at 2312 Garrett in Drexel Hill, PA!
Details HERE
Saturday September 14, 2019
Bird Walks at Tyler Arboretum
8 AM – 10 AM
at Tyler Arboretum 515 Painter Rd, Media, PA
Join Chris Weaver from Wild Birds Unlimited–Concordville to discover year-round residents and seasonal migrants, while learning the basics of bird identification. Families and beginners are welcome!
FREE for Tyler Arboretum members; FREE with admission; No pre-registration required
Details HERE
Pre-fall Wildlife Photowalk with Ned Levi
8 AM – 12 PM
at John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge At Tinicum 8601 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA
Wildlife Photowalks are designed to photograph all kinds of wildlife including birds, amphibians, reptiles, mammals, insects, wildflowers, etc., while we learn how to do it well and avoid wildlife photography pitfalls. We discuss technique, gear, and essential knowledge about photography and wildlife. A desire to make great wildlife images, and a good camera and lens are all that’s needed, though a lens with an effective focal length of at least 200mm to 300mm is very helpful.
Please wear comfortable shoes and dress in layers. No registration required.
Details HERE
Lansdowne Farmers Market
30 N Lansdowne Ave, Lansdowne, PA
Shred Event (Swarthmore)
9 AM – 12 PM
at Bryn Mawr Trust 330 Dartmouth Ave, Swarthmore, PA
Protect Your Identity and Privacy
Bring those confidential documents and old receipts. DocuVault professionals will shred them as you watch!
Enjoy refreshments while you wait!
Details HERE
Touch A Truck at Diggerland
9 AM – 12 PM
100 Pinedge Drive West Belin, NJ
This event is open to the public and free to attend. Touch-a-Truck will take place outside the main entrance gates to Diggerland USA. Admission into the park and access to the Diggerland rides and attractions still requires a separate admission ticket.
Details HERE
Bryn Mawr Farmers’ Market
Every Saturday 9am-1pm (open year round)
in the Amtrak Parking Lot
at the intersection of Lancaster & Bryn Mawr Avenues
Details HERE
West Chester Growers Market
Every Saturday 9 AM -1 PM (May through December)
1st, 3rd & 5th Saturdays: 10 AM – Noon January through April
at the corner of North Church and West Chestnut Streets in downtown West Chester, PA
Details HERE
Oaks PA Reptile Expo
9 AM – 4:30 PM
at Greater Philadelphia Expo Center Oaks, PA
Air conditioning, spacious aisles, and thousands of Reptiles, Snakes, Amphibians, Inverts, and more!
Details and ticket info HERE
Colonial Cooking Class
9:30 AM – 1 PM
at Thomas Massey House 469 Lawrence & Springhouse Rd., Broomall, PA
Learn what dinner dishes our ancestors served.
Details and reservation info HERE
Swarthmore Farmers Market
9:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Every Saturday
May 11 – December 7
Central Park
121 Park Avenue, Swarthmore, PA 19081
THE Saturday Morning food, art, and community gathering place!
The market includes a great variety of weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly local food vendors and a rotation of live performers, kids’ crafts, artists, food trucks, and special community and healthy living events.
Yoga & Music in the Park
10 AM – 12 PM
4140 W Chester Pike, Newtown Square, PA
Free Yoga & music in the park with Jolly Llama Yoga Studio!
Kids (ages 4-12) and Adults welcome!
Hosted by the Newtown Township Parks and Recreation Committee!
Details HERE
Archaeology Festival
10 AM – 3 PM
at Newlin Grist Mill 219 Cheyney Rd Glen Mills PA
This festival features a full day of hands-on activities. Visitors will be able to work with professional archaeologists and assist with three different excavations; sift, clean and process artifacts; and see artifact displays from around Delaware County. There will also be a variety of activities designed for kids. We look forward to having you join us and discover how archaeology is done and what we can learn from it! All ages; FREE.
Details HERE
Chadds Ford Days
September 14: 10am – 5pm
September 15: 10am – 5pm
at Barn Visitors Center 1736 Creek Road, Chadds Ford, PA
Features include Revolutionary Reenactors, encampments, colonial demonstrators, artisan booths and children’s activities. Enjoy live Bluegrass music along with food, wine and craft beer vendors. Tours of our historic John Chads House and Springhouse are free and available throughout the day. Stop in the Visitor Center to view the 2019 exhibit “Thrills, Hills and Spills: Lenape Park and Chadds Peak”.
Admission is available at the gate on each day of the event: $10 for adults 18 and older; $5 for children 6 – 17; Free for children under 6 and CFHS members with membership card.
Details HERE
Gardening with Nature in Mind Pop-up Garden
10 AM – 8 PM
at Helen Kate Furness Free Library
Discover the role of native plants in maintaining clean water for people, birds and other wildlife. Visit the Pop-up Garden on the Library’s front lawn from September 14 through September 27. This program is co-sponsored by Audubon Pennsylvania, the Valley Forge Audubon Society, Nether Providence Township, and the Helen Kate Furness Free Library. Plants are provided by Redbud Native Plant Nursery and the exhibit is designed by Fiber Tree Designs
Details HERE
Saturday Morning Stories
10:30 AM – 11:15 Am
at Haverford Township Free Library
Saturday Morning Stories is an all ages storytime. We’ll share books, songs, rhymes, and fun!
Details HERE
Storytime and Activities Featuring Pete the Cat and the Perfect Pizza Party
11 AM
at Barnes & Noble Broomall PA
Pete the Cat makes his perfect pizza – pepperoni! Will it be ruined when his friends come over and add their own toppings or will Pete learn that the best kind of pizza is the one you share with your friends?
Details HERE
PAWS for Reading at Sellers Library
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
at Upper Darby Township/Sellers Library – Sellers Memorial Branch
PAWS for Reading offers children in grades K-5 the chance to read aloud to a well-trained therapy dog! A lovely opportunity for a reluctant reader or simply a child who loves dogs, each individual session lasts about ten minutes!
Registration required
Details HERE
ANDY Forever’s Second Annual Overdose Awareness Walk
12 PM – 3 PM
Arlington Field Shadeland & State Rd Drexel Hill PA
Speakers, Music, Food, Games, Raffles, Vendors – Fun for the whole family – Open to the community
Details HERE
Movie “Toy Story 2”
1 PM – 2:30 PM
at Upper Darby Township/Sellers Library – Primos Branch
Movie “Toy Story 2” Kindergarten (5 years of age) through 5th grade. To celebrate September as Library Card Sign-up Month & the release of “Toy Story 4”, the three Upper Darby Library Branches are each showing a different Toy Story movie. Primos Library Branch will be Showing “Toy Story 2” on Saturday, September 14th from 1:00 to 2:30 pm. Registration is required and begins Sept. 5. To register call Primos Library Branch at 610-622-8091 or register in person.
Details HERE
Chess Club
1 PM – 3:30 PM
at Lansdowne Library
All ages, all levels
Details HERE
MAKE break
1 PM – 3 PM
at participating Michaels Craft Stores
Cost:
Details HERE
Plant Walk with Dick Cloud
1 PM – 3 PM
at John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge At Tinicum 8601 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA
Walk will meet by visitor center and be at a relaxed paced on flat surfaces. Please wear comfortable shoes and dress in layers. No registration required.
Details HERE
“Try It, You’ll Like It!” Healthy Food Taste Test
1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
at J. Lewis Crozer Library
Join and taste test a variety of fruits, vegetables, grains and dairy, AND go home with some delicious healthy recipes!
All ages welcome.
Registration required
Details HERE
Family Fun Festival
2 PM – 5 PM
at Grace Church, Wallingford, PA 723 S Providence Rd, Wallingford PA
Food, carnival games, prizes, bounce houses, live music, art performances, train rides, Go-Karts & More! This event is for any household, regardless of beliefs. Best part: everything is FREE. We would love for you to stop by, grab a sausage sandwich or a pickle on a stick, and enjoy a safe and fun afternoon for all ages. Read below for more information:
This year’s Kids Carnival will be bigger and better than ever. The first change you’ll notice is our new name, “Family Fun Festival”. We will be keeping everything that you’ve loved from past years but also expanding some of our entertainment and food so that our teens and adults will have plenty to enjoy as well. This is an event that you, your family, and your neighbors do not want to miss. We look forward to blessing our community with the love of Christ during this completely free event. Yes, everything will be free.
Details HERE
Children’s Book Swap
3 PM – 6 PM
at Lansdowne Landing 30 North Lansdowne Avenue, Lansdowne, PA
Join for MamaRhonda’s first annual: Children’s Book Swap! Children between the ages of 2 and 14, can bring up to 5 of their favorite books to swap. They will receive 1 ticket per book to be used to select a book(s) of their choosing from particular categories. They will need to include a home-made card with a few sentences about what they liked most about the book(s) they’ve chosen to swap. Please Insert the card(s) in the book(s.). Upon arrival, children will “Play Librarian” by identifying book categories and placing their book(s) to be swapped in the proper category. Afterwards, Rachee Fagg, Haverford Township Public Library, Children’s services manager, will share a few of her favorite stories.. Finally, the children will have the opportunity to select the book(s) of their choosing! Remaining books will be donated to the Lansdowne Public Library.
Details HERE
Free Concert in the Park: Ben Arnold Band
4 PM – 6:30 PM
4104 W Chester Pike, Newtown Square, PA
Come enjoy the bluesy rock sounds with friends, family and community at Drexel Lodge Park In Newtown Square! This event is hosted by the Newtown Township Parks & Recreation Committee.
Details HERE
Movie Night Under the Stars to Support Ridley High School Soccer Teams – Disney’s Aladdin
Gates open 5 PM, Movie to start at Sundown
on the stadium turf at Ridley High School
Bring your own chairs and blankets
Details HERE
September Second Saturday Supper – Community Potluck
6 PM – 9 PM
at Lansdowne Landing 30 North Lansdowne Avenue, Lansdowne, PA
Bring a dish to pass, your own plates/utensils (so we can avoid single use plastics!), a beverage or two, and a neighbor! Come get to know the people you’ve been living down the block from for years, or welcome folks who just moved to town.
The food and spirit is always good. Family friendly!
Feel free to post the dish you plan to bring in the comments so we can make for a well-rounded meal!
Details HERE
Night Hike at Tyler Arboretum
7 PM – 9 PM
515 Painter Rd, Media PA
Experience the magic of Tyler’s natural areas at night. Guide Dick Cloud and Tyler staff will share points
of special interest and seasonal highlights while leading a brisk hike.
Suitable for teens and adults. Bring a flashlight and wear shoes suitable for uneven terrain that may include moderate to steep trails.
Details and registration info HERE
Sunday September 15, 2019
Bird Walk with Mary Ellen Krober
8 AM – 11 AM
at John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge At Tinicum 8601 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA
Take an educational walk with one of our knowledgeable volunteers! Discover the 300+ species of birds that use the Refuge during their migration routes – each week guarantee different species!
Walk will meet by visitor center and be at a relaxed paced on flat surfaces. Please wear comfortable shoes and dress in layers. Binoculars can be loaned from the front desk before the walk. No registration required.
Details HERE
Birding by Ear with Gregg Gorton
9 AM – 11 AM
at John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge At Tinicum 8601 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA
Take an educational walk with one of our knowledgeable volunteers! Discover the 300+ species of birds that use the Refuge during their migration routes – each week guarantee different species! This walk will specifically focus on recognizing bird calls and songs.
Walk will meet by visitor center and be at a relaxed paced on flat surfaces. Please wear comfortable shoes and dress in layers. Binoculars can be loaned from the front desk before the walk. No registration required.
Details HERE
Annual Flea Market
9 AM – 3 PM
at Delaware County Community College
The Hero Scholarship Fund of Marple Township will be hosting our annual flea market on Sunday, September 15, 2019. Come out for what is always a great event!
Details HERE
Media Farmers Market
10 AM
Edgemont St, Media PA
The Market will be held every Sunday from 10 to 2 on Edgemont Street between Media Elementary and Barrall Field. Come on out for fresh produce, baked goods, meats, eggs, prepared foods, and more!
Details HERE
Gardening with Nature in Mind Pop-up Garden
10 AM
at Helen Kate Furness Free Library
Discover the role of native plants in maintaining clean water for people, birds and other wildlife. Visit the Pop-up Garden on the Library’s front lawn from September 14 through September 27. This program is co-sponsored by Audubon Pennsylvania, the Valley Forge Audubon Society, Nether Providence Township, and the Helen Kate Furness Free Library. Plants are provided by Redbud Native Plant Nursery and the exhibit is designed by Fiber Tree Designs
Details HERE
Woodside Trailer at the Hagley Car Show
10 AM – 4 PM
at Hagley Museum and Library 200 Hagley Creek Rd, Wilmington DE
Experience the wonders of automotive innovation. Browse through more than 500 antique and restored cars that date from the early 1990s all the way back to the early twentieth century. This year’s theme is “Rolling Elegance: Luxury Automobiles.” The show features vehicle parades, motoring music, video and pedal car racing, and a festival food court. Activities are on Hagley’s upper property. Tickets to the show will be offered in advance from August 15 through September 14. Pre-event tickets are $8 adults and $4 children six through fourteen. Tickets purchased at the Car Show are $10 adults and $5 children six through fourteen. Admission is free for Hagley members and children five and under. The event will be held rain or shine. Use Hagley’s main entrance off Route 141 in Wilmington, Delaware.
Details HERE
Chadds Ford Days
September 14: 10am – 5pm
September 15: 10am – 5pm
at Barn Visitors Center 1736 Creek Road, Chadds Ford, PA
Features include Revolutionary Reenactors, encampments, colonial demonstrators, artisan booths and children’s activities. Enjoy live Bluegrass music along with food, wine and craft beer vendors. Tours of our historic John Chads House and Springhouse are free and available throughout the day. Stop in the Visitor Center to view the 2019 exhibit “Thrills, Hills and Spills: Lenape Park and Chadds Peak”.
Admission is available at the gate on each day of the event: $10 for adults 18 and older; $5 for children 6 – 17; Free for children under 6 and CFHS members with membership card.
Details HERE
Baby & Me Storytime Featuring Moo, Baa, La La La!
11 AM
at Barnes & Noble Broomall PA
Baby & Me Storytime continues for caregivers and children 0-24 months old. Join us as we read a book and participate in activities featuring sensory growth for your little ones.
Details HERE
Annual Community Day & Health Fair
11 AM – 1 PM
at Lansdowne First Presbyterian Church 140 N Lansdowne Ave, Lansdowne, PA
There will be FREE Flu Shots and health screenings. Grab some free food to eat. Activities for kids as well.
Details HERE
Old City Fest 2019
11 AM – 6 PM
in Old City Philadelphia – 3rd & Arch Streets
Old City Fest is a celebration of art and design, fashion and food, creativity and culture on the streets of America’s most historic square mile— Old City, Philadelphia. This event highlights the region’s premier art and design district, showcasing local designers, creative firms, restaurants, retailers, galleries, theater, culture, history and architecture.
Activities will include a festival stage with live music, runway fashion shows, a family fun zone, pop-up street performances and a wide array of food, beverages, art, craft and retail shopping, with 100+ Old City vendors participating. Admission is free, with food and drink pay-as-you-go.
Details HERE
Sundays with Pop Up Play (through 9/29/19)
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
at Spruce Street Harbor Park
Pop-up Play returns on Sundays to offer free, interactive activities featuring art, music, and science for children and their families. Join us opening weekend for a hula hoop fest featuring hula hoop decorating and contest.
Details HERE
Colonial Day 2019
12 PM – 3 PM (Colonial Day worship service begins at 10:30AM)
at Middletown Presbyterian Church 273 S Old Middletown Rd, Media, PA
Beginning at noon through 3:00 PM various games and crafts will be offered for both children and adults. Demonstrations include chair caning, spinning, wool preparation, quilting, weaving,”button lady” ,
blacksmithing, and a Colonial peddler and his wares.
Colonial re-enactors and participants include Massey House, Thomas Minshall House, The Lazaretto, Marple Newtown Community Band, Middletown Township Historical Society,
Bethel Township Preservation Society, and Friends Meeting Houses.
Activities include militia drills, Colonial music, Hands-on-History, tours of our historic cemetery, first person narrators, living history enactors and a homemade quilt raffle.
Details HERE
Back to School Bash at Ellis!
12 PM – 4 PM
at Ellis Athletic Center 3819 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, PA
Join Ellis athletic Center for a free day for sports and Fitness ages Pre-K through Middle School! Learn Tennis Hits, Basketball Skills and Volleyball Drills!
12pm JR. C.L.I.M.B fitness Class 9yr +
1pm Tiny Ballers
1:30pm Elementary Ballers
2pm MS Ballers
2pm Tiny Tennis
2:30pm Elemertary Tennis
3pm MS Tennis
3pm Tiny Sports
3:30pm Elementary Sports
3:30pm Tiny Volleyball
4pm Elementary Volleyball
Details HERE
Faerie Fest 2019
12 PM – 4 PM
at Rockwood Park & Museum 4651 Washington Street Extension, Wilmington, DE
Whether you’re a faerie, pirate, gnome, princess, super hero, troll or kid, you are invited to enjoy games, stories, enchanted crafts, costume parades, and museum tours at the Faerie Festival at Rockwood Park.
The day includes Grandpop Bubbles Bubble Festival, food trucks, merchants selling festive wares and visits from special guests such as the Fairy Queen and other magical surprise guests!
Other free activities include, Hula Hoop, free play, face painting, bounce house, art on the rocks, story time, Pixie-land and Tinkertown activity, crafts, and performances by the Delaware Arts Conservatory, First State Ballet Theatre, Dream Chasers Gymnastics and Stage Stars Dance and Acro.
Faerie House and Gnome Home Building
12-3 p.m., $10/house, outside Rockwood Mansion
Limited supplies on a first-come basis
Exercise your imagination building a Faerie House or Gnome home using re-purposed household items and natural materials from Rockwood Park. Hot glue guns will be used, so children may require assistance from an adult.
SHUTTLE SERVICE FOR FAERIE FESTIVAL:
PARKING: Rockwood Office Park, 501 Carr Rd., Wilmington for the shuttle to the festival entrance. Due to the road closure, access Carr Road by way of Washington Street Extension.
Registration is requested at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/faerie-fest-tickets-65967774389, not required. Having a number is helpful for planning purposes.
Rain date: September 22
Details HERE
LEGO Free Play in the Children’s Room at Media-Upper Providence Free Library
1 PM – 2:30 PM
Play with DUPLO and LEGO blocks!
Details HERE
Radnor Fall Festival
1 PM – 5 PM
in Downtown Wayne on North Wayne Ave.
Encompassing the streets of North Wayne Avenue and West Avenue Between Lancaster Avenue and the Wayne train station, local merchants, service providers and restaurants are all on hand to share with the community.
Street performances by local bands, dancers from local dances studios, face painting and
carnival rides make it fun day for the whole family.
Details HERE
Philadelphia Burger Brawl
1 PM – 5 PM
at the Navy Yard in Philadelphia
Philly Burger Brawl will celebrate nine years of culinary competition. We will continue to advance and support literacy programs through technology in underserved neighborhoods of the Philadelphia School District.
Details and ticket info HERE
Mexican Independence Day Festival 2019 With Fireworks at 8 PM!
2 PM – 8 PM
at Penn’s Landing 601 N Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA
This popular festival celebrates not only Mexican Independence, but also Mexican culture and heritage, which will be highlighted through traditional Mexican artisan crafts, folkloric and mariachi performances, activities for children, and popular music performances.
Details HERE
