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LEGOLAND New York Road Show – PA
Oct 25th – 27th
at The Shops at Liberty Place 1625 Chestnut St, Philadelphia PA
LEGOLAND® New York Resort opens in 2020, but we can’t wait – so we’re bringing the fun to you! We have over a 20-ft installation offering a SNEAK PEEK into LEGOLAND® New York Resort! 🙂
See and take photos with real LEGOLAND New York ride vehicles! Join us for LEGO building activities, visits from a LEGOLAND New York character – plus find out everything you need to know about the ultimate LEGO theme park destination coming to New York State, and purchase your Annual Pass!
The event is FREE!
Details HERE
Thomas, Mavis & the Strasburg Spooktacular
October 25th- 27th
at Strasburg Rail Road 301 Gap Rd, Ronks PA
“Thomas, Mavis, and the Strasburg Spooktacular” offers a unique opportunity for young engineers and their families to take a Halloween-decorated, 20-minute ride with everyone’s favorite blue #1 engine, Thomas the Tank Engine™ and to meet Sir Topham Hatt™, the Controller of the Railway!
In addition, Thomas will be joined by a very special guest! In October 2019,Thomas’s friend Mavis will visit the Strasburg Rail Road for the very first time! Thomas, Mavis, and the Strasburg Spooktacular includes Trick or Treat stations, Halloween costume contests, face painting, pumpkin decorating, other fall-themed games, and more. Step inside the Thomas & Friends Imagination Station with Thomas-themed activities including stamps, temporary tattoos, Thomas storytelling, and Thomas video viewing area. Also included in this spooktacular event are the Pintsized Pufferbelly (our unique miniature steam train), Cranky Cars, and more!
The activities at “Thomas, Mavis, and the Strasburg Spooktacular” are for you and your children to enjoy for the duration of the event. (The activities may be enjoyed both before and after your ride behind Thomas so be sure to plan your day accordingly.)
Your ticket to “Thomas, Mavis & the Strasburg Spooktacular” includes a 20-minute train ride with Thomas and a variety of Thomas & Friends themed entertainment, including Storytelling and Video Viewing, Temporary Tattoos of Island of Sodor friends, an Imagination Station and more. Families also have the opportunity to meet Sir Topham Hatt™, the Chairman of the Railway on the Island of Sodor. At Strasburg Rail Road we offer a complete selection of Thomas the train merchandise including Thomas clothing, games and other keepsakes available for purchase in our gift shop. Additionally, guests have the option to include rides with Mavis (October event only) and/or our regular steam locomotive.
Details and ticket info HERE and HERE
Great Pumpkin Express at West Chester Railroad
Oct 26th & 27th
West Chester Railroad 230 E Market St, West Chester, PA
Join for a Fall train ride and get ready for Halloween. Kids and parents are encouraged to wear their favorite costumes! Treats will be given to children during our short layover at the historic Glen Mills station. While at Glen Mills riders will be able to choose a small 6 inch pumpkin to take home! Riders of all ages will be able to enjoy the fall foliage along the Chester Creek Valley during the 90-minute journey to Glen Mills and back. A fun event for the whole family to enjoy!
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
Tuesday, November 12: Beavers Moon
Holiday Classes:
The following holiday classes will begin at 9:30AM
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
Harvest Hayride at Araspaha Farms (opening Day Saturday September 21st)
1835 Middletown Rd, Glen Mills PA
SEPT. 21st– OCT. 27th
SATURDAY AND SUNDAY 10:00 A.M.-5:00 P.M.
Details and schedule HERE
Cherry Crest Adventure Farm Fall Season
September 13th-November 2nd
150 Cherry Hill Rd, Ronks, PA
Fall Season Includes:
Pick-Your-Own Pumpkins
Corn Maze
Pumpkin Madness
Pig Races
50+ Attractions
& different special events every weekend!
Details and ticket info HERE
Jack’s Pumpkin Glow
Wednesdays through Sundays now through Nov 3
West Fairmount Park 5201 Parkside Avenue, Philadelphia, PA
“Taking place at Fairmount Park, Jack’s Pumpkin Glow, will allow for family and friends to take a leisurely walk and marvel at thousands of intricately-carved pumpkins. As jack o’lanterns illuminate the park for an unforgettable evening, make sure to grab few photos and some seasonal snacks. Don’t forget to check out our master carver’s as they demonstrate their artistry or to pick up a gourd at the pumpkin patch. There is something everyone will enjoy at this truly magnificent fall spectacular.”
Details and ticket info HERE **USE CODE DIVAGLOW to save 20% on tickets!!
Harvest Fest at Elmwood Park Zoo
Weekends through November 17th
Elmwood Park Zoo, 1661 Harding Blvd, Norristown, PA
Come celebrate fall with us!
Participate in themed activities, navigate your way through a corn maze, play games like flip-a-chicken, bean bag toss, and basketball, paint a pumpkin, enjoy live entertainment, and sip on some festive fall drinks.
Details and ticket info HERE
Scarecrow Walk Display at Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania
Oct 5th – Oct 31st
This year, participants may create a scarecrow for the theme: Famous Musicians. These scarecrows may be a singer or play an instrument, such as Elvis Presley, Dizzy Gillespie, Lady Gaga or Elton John. All entries will be on display on Scarecrow Walk for almost four weeks. Designers and visitors – be sure to vote for your favorite scarecrow, which will determine the top five prize winners!
Details HERE
Bates Motel and Haunted Hayride
Select dates and times now through Oct 31st
1835 N. Middletown Road Glen Mills, PA
Details and ticket info HERE
Haunted River Cruise
Select Dates and times Sept 27th – October 30th
at Independence Seaport Museum 211 S Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA
Climb aboard with ISM and Patriot Harbor Lines, LLC for a cruise where you’ll be spellbound and plunged into Delaware River legends of pirate ghosts, the Jersey Devil, and other “Phantoms of the River.” A pirate narrator will dredge up the darkest of tales while cruising the haunted river. This 1.5 hour boat ride includes approximately 1 hour of storytelling. Drinks available for purchase during cruise.
*Please note that though this is a haunted cruise, it is family-friendly and won’t be too scary.
Tickets can be purchased through Patriot Harbor Lines.
Tickets are $34/adults and $17/children (3-12).
Details HERE
“Ghost Ship”
Friday, Oct. 4, through Sunday, Nov. 3
Free | Wednesday through Sunday from 7 to 10 p.m.
Race Street Pier N. Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA
Take a self-guided audio tour along Race Street Pier into the landscape and social history of the Delaware River as you experience Ghost Ship. The recorded reflections of local experts and artists speak to the river’s importance to Philadelphia with diverse stories from before colonization to present day
Details HERE
Scarecrow Walk at Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania
Saturday,
You’re invited to take part in the twelfth annual Scarecrow Design Contest! This year, participants may create a scarecrow for the theme: Famous Musicians. These scarecrows may be a singer or play an instrument, such as Elvis Presley, Dizzy Gillespie, Lady Gaga or Elton John. All entries will be on display on Scarecrow Walk for almost four weeks. Frame, straw, burlap and twine are provided with entry fee, the rest is up to you! Space is limited to 35 Scarecrows and this popular contest fills quickly, so get your entry in early. Designers and visitors – be sure to vote for your favorite scarecrow, which will determine the top five prize winners!
Details HERE
Adult Trick or Treat at Chaddsford Winery
Weekends through October 27th
632 Baltimore Pike, Chadds Ford, PA
Ready for a scary-good time?!
Trick or Treat for wine and seasonal snacks at Chaddsford’s wildly popular, adults-only Halloween program!
This year, they have expanded the program and added more offerings along the self-guided tour. Bring your appetite and prepare to enjoy locally-made food and treats alongside your favorite adult beverages.
Costumes are encouraged, and fun is guaranteed!
Details and ticket info 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 Boo at the Zoo
October 12, 13, 19, 20, 26 & 27
10 AM – 4 PM
Put on your favorite costume and set out on a trick-or-treat safari!
Take a walk through Philadelphia Zoo’s not-so-scary Extinction Graveyard to learn about the extinction of species around the world. You’ll be shocked to see that some of your favorite creatures could be extinct in the wild in 15 years!
Enjoy festive fall offerings available for purchase throughout the Zoo: hot apple cider, reusable Boo at the Zoo trick-or-treat bags and much more!
Run wild through our hay bale maze on Impala Lawn.
Pose for a festive harvest picture in front of the giant pumpkin wall!
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
Illuminated Fountain Performances: Select Dates October 3rd – 26th
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 Halloween Spooktacular
Sept 20th – Nov 3rd
Details HERE
Hershey Park in the Dark
October 18th – November 3rd
Details HERE
Dorney Park Halloween Haunt
Select dates Sept 14th – Nov 2nd
Details HERE
Dutch Wonderland Happy Hauntings
Select dates Oct 19th – Nov 3rd
Details HERE
Storybook Land Fall Fun
Select dates now through Oct 24th
Trick or Treat Weekend Oct 25th, 26th & 27th
Details HERE
Knoebels Amusement Park Hallo-Fun
Weekends in October
Weekends in October, Knoebels visitors can experience tasty treats, thrilling games, freaktastic attractions and a selection of Knoebels’ hallo-riffic rides! It’s a spooktacular event for all ages with frights that come in all shapes and sizes!
Details HERE
Six Flags Great Adventure Fright Fest
Sept 13th – Nov 3rd
Details HERE
Sahara Sam’s Indoor Water Park Halloween Horror
Fridays and Saturdays through Oct 26th
An event with something for everyone! This event is separate from the water park (there are no water attractions/no need for a bathing suit) and features family-friendly activities between 5:00 – 7:00 PM before the park turns scary for the older kids (and adults). Different themed scare sections to spook you no matter what you’re afraid of. Are you ready?
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
Friday October 25, 2019
For a calendar of Various Infant and Toddler Programs as well as afterschool events at local Delco Libraries, Go HERE
Trick or Treat at The Radnor Township Building
9 AM – 4 PM
301 Iven Ave, Wayne, PA
Join Radnor Township for this safe alternative to trick or treating on Halloween! Children and families are invited to visit the Radnor Township Municipal Building to Trick or Treat throughout the building. This FREE event is for children ages 5 and under. Children are encouraged to come dressed in costume and be accompanied by an adult.
Please visit www.radnor.com to learn more!
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
at Yeadon Library
Details HERE
Frank-N-Slime
5 PM – 8 PM
at Delaware Children’s Museum 550 Justison St, Wilmington, DE
Join at the DCM on Friday, October 25th , for this spooky sensory event! Participate in various programming throughout the museum featuring multiple kinds of slime, magical potion exploration, dry ice experiments, and more!
Details HERE
1st Annual Trunk or Treat at 3344 Market St
5 PM – 9 PM
3344 Market St, Upper Chichester Twp, PA
The Wash 3344 Car Wash, Legacy Sign Co. and The Hideout Cigar Shop & Lounge will be hosting a Trunk or Treat event Oct. 25 from 5-9pm. Come out and enjoy trick or treating, our first ever HAUNTED CAR WASH, a Bucket Truck Candy Drop and more fun things for the whole family! Trunk sites are open to both local businesses and community members. Each participating site will receive a voucher for a free basic wash, and the best decorated site will win an upgraded prize! Call 610.245.9500 or email Marilyn@legacysign.net to reserve a spot!
Details HERE
Trunk or Treat
6 PM
at St. Pius X (Broomall, PA) 220 Lawrence Rd, Broomall PA
School Parking Lot
Details HERE
3rd Annual Lynnewood Trunk or Treat
6 PM – 7:30 PM
at Lynnewood Elementary School 1400 Lawrence Rd, Havertown, PA
This is a community event so invite your neighbors! Dress up in your costumes and go trunk to trunk for treats! So fun!
Tickets can be purchased by visiting the “Store” in A to Z Connect. Go to STORE then PRODUCTS then EVENTS.
Want to decorate your trunk?
$30/car which includes a parking spot, Candy, and up to 6 tickets for children.
Want to just come to trick or treat?
$10 per child $15 at the door
Details HERE
St. Mark Trunk or Treat
6 PM – 7:30 PM
at St. Mark Lutheran Church, The Welcome Place 436 N Oak Ave, Clifton Heights, PA
Come bring your little ghouls and goblins to our Trunk or Treat for goodies and yummies…This Friday, October 25, 2019 from 6p – 7:30p. There is no charge for the event. In addition to our trunk or treat event, they will be selling hotdogs, drinks and tickets to their $500 raffle which will be drawn at our bingo night.
Details HERE
Trunk or Treat at Ridley Area YMCA
6 PM – 7:30 PM
900 South Ave, Secane PA
Join for a fun-filled, family event! Children should come dressed in costume to enjoy trick or treating and safe treats from Halloween inspired themed car trunks in our back parking lot!
(Community welcome to participate – YMCA membership is not required), but be sure to register today! Registration is required in person at the Ridley YMCA or online https://apm.activecommunities.com/cyedc/Activity_Search/11315?fbclid=IwAR0mmkG5xC7Rtc-fQeJIZLmLnXaC1GxIxpMoWRC-cWHlLGgrabJ5xZR-bAE
Details HERE
After Hours Teen Movie Night: Hocus Pocus
6 PM – 9 PM
at Haverford Township Free Library
Join for a interactive viewing of the 1993 classic Hocus Pocus!
We’ll have in-show activities and props! Refreshments will be served; please let is know about any food allergies or restrictions. Don’t forget your costume!
Movie is approx. 1 hr, 30 min. Rated PG
Doors open at 6 pm. Movie will begin at approximately 6:30 pm.
Ages: Grades 6 – 12
Cost: Free
Details HERE
Star Wars IncrediBuilds Event
7 PM
at Barnes & Noble Broomall PA
Calling all Rebels! Hop on the nearest starship and join us to build your very own BB-8 from IncrediBuilds to take home. Limited quantities. Sign-up required.
Details HERE
Halloween Party
7 PM – 8 PM
at Saint Stephen’s Episcopal Church, Norwood PA 128 Chester Pike, Norwood, PA
Enjoy a night Halloween family fun of games, craft, food and treats! All are welcome, family friendly costumes welcome, open to the public. Cost is $2 per person.
Details HERE
Happy Hogwarts Halloween
7 PM – 8 PM
at Helen Kate Furness Free Library
Grab your Firebolt and follow Hedwig to the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry (located in the deepest dungeon of the Furness Library). Enjoy ghostly games, scary stories, and tasty treats. Maybe even win a Harry Potter prize? Wear a costume if you dare…but please, no cloaks of invisibility! Ages 3 thru 13.
Registration Required
Details HERE
Fall Book and Bake Sale
7 PM – 9 PM
at Prospect Park Library
Featuring new and gently used books, magazines, DVDs, and baked goods ranging from $0.25-$3.00
Kids wearing costumes get free treats!
Details HERE
Norwood Haunted Walk
7 PM – 9 PM (Friday & Saturday)
at Norwood Park
$5 per person
Horror Movies Quizzo At The Library
7 PM – 9 PM
at Ridley Township Public Library
Join for a fun night of trivia, based on various themes. Teams of up to 4 people will play five rounds of trivia.
Prizes awarded for the winners! Bring your own snacks to enjoy!
Registration is required to guarantee your space. Please email reference@ridleylibrary.org, or call 610-583-0593.
Details HERE
Lovecraft and Poe Reading
7 PM – 9 PM
at Lansdowne Public Library
Join for a spooky reading of H.P. Lovecraft and Edgar Allen Poe, America’s greatest horror writers! This event will be held outside (weather permitting), so bring a lawn chair.
Details 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
Illuminated Fountain Performances October – Sounds of Motown
8:15 PM – 8:45 PM
at Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Rd, Kennett Square, PA
Illuminated Fountain Performances offer a spectacle unlike any other. Find a place to sit—or stand back in awe—as water in all shapes, sizes, and heights combines with music and infinite colors. Before or after the 30-minute show, stroll through the five-acre garden for a nighttime experience evoking old world charm. With multiple music programs to experience, there is always something new to see at our Illuminated Fountain Performances.
Details and ticket info HERE
Saturday October 26, 2019
Kids Stuff Consignment Sale & Christmas Corner
9 AM – 1 PM (half price sale 12 PM – 1 PM)
at Norwood United Methodist Church 315 Chester Pike, Norwood, PA
Baby and Kids clothes through size 18, Baby and Toddler Gear, shoes, toys, books, movies, Halloween Costumes, Christmas décor, and more!
Details HERE
Fall Book and Bake Sale
9 AM – 1 PM
at Prospect Park Library
Featuring new and gently used books, magazines, DVDs, and baked goods ranging from $0.25-$3.00
Kids wearing costumes get free treats!
Details HERE
Lansdowne Farmers Market
30 N Lansdowne Ave, Lansdowne, PA
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
Fall Flea Market Hosted by MOMS Club of Ridley Township
9 AM – 2 PM
at Leedom Elementary School 620 E Chester Pike Ridley Park, PA
Please come out and support MOMS Club of Ridley Township’s mission in adopting needy Ridley families for Christmas! Every year we adopt 4 or 5 families for Christmas by providing the parents and children with presents to brighten their holiday and give them some much needed relief! This annual flea market is one of our biggest fundraisers for this most important mission! Please come out and support us and your Ridley community!
Details HERE
Halloween Flea at the Wilmington Riverfront
9 AM – 3 PM
It’s that bewitching time of year my fiends…time for the First State Flea’s annual Halloween Market at the Riverfront Sinister characters selling antique, vintage, repurposed and handcrafted goods will be there to eat…I mean greet you. Boohahaha!!! Bring the little goblins for some good old fashioned vendor trick or treating. Come hungry and grab a bite (be careful, they bite back) from one of our “insanely” good food vendors. As always, your four legged beasts are welcome to join the festivities. Don’t miss out, it’s gonna be a devishly fun time
Details HERE
Friends of Radnor Memorial Library Children’s Book Sale
9 AM – 4 PM
Details HERE
Special Kid’s Fall Fun Program
9:30 AM – 12 PM
at Prospect Park Free Library
Stop into the library and create fall themed crafts!
Details 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.
‘Hail to the Chief’ Story Time
10 AM – 10:30 AM
at Prospect Park Free Library
Kids can meet Prospect Park’s new police chief and enjoy a special read aloud with Chief Madonna! Fun for all ages!!
Details HERE
Kids Club Spider Web Photo Frame
10 AM – 12 PM
at participating Michaels Craft Stores
Cost: $3 per project, ages 3+, supplies included.
Details and registration info HERE
Chatter Splatter Halloween Party
10 AM – 12 PM
1030 Conshohocken Rd, Conshohocken, PA
Come join and have some family fun for Halloween.
2 hours of play
Food and Drink
Prizes for our favorite kid and family costumes
Candy or non candy treat option
Skull hunt
$15.50 per child over 6 months
$5.50 per adult
Under 6 months FREE
Limited spots as we like to keep our events comfortable and fun for everyone.
Tickets on the website
Details HERE
2019 King of Prussia Malloween & Trunk or Treat
10 AM – 12 PM
at King of Prussia Mall 160 N Gulph Rd, King of Prussia, PA
Sponsored by the King of Prussia Mall, the Upper Merion Police Association, and Hope Community Church – the event formerly known as the Upper Merion Halloween Parade and Trunk or Treat just got a big time makeover!
Please join on Saturday, October 26th from 10am-noon for the 2019 King of Prussia Malloween and Trunk or Treat at the King of Prussia Mall!
Inflatables, professional photo booth, costume prizes, candy (obviously!), dunk tank, music, games, & more! We will be located on the parking directly outside of the Rite Aid.
Details HERE
Healthy Halloween 2019
10 AM – 2 PM
at Smith Memorial Playground & Playhouse 3500 Reservoir Dr, Philadelphia, PA
Join for our annual Healthy Halloween celebration on Saturday, October 26! Families are welcome to come in costume and enjoy nature play, messy arts activities, healthy treats, and other family fun in the 6 ½ acre Playground!
Admission is $10 per child (accompanying adults free). Free household admission for Smith members and PA ACCESS card holders!*
Details HERE
Book Sale at Sellers Library
10 AM – 3 PM
at Upper Darby Township/Sellers Library – Sellers Memorial Branch
This is their bag sale!
Fill a bag with books for $7.00!
The Friends of the Upper Darby Libraries is having the second of its Fall Book Sales at the Seller Library barn.
The fiction section is sorted alpha-by-author.
The non-fiction is very well sorted by category.
Fill a bag with books: $7.00
Hardbacks: $1.00
Paperbacks: 50 cents
DVDs/CDs: $1.00
Specials priced as marked.
DVDs/CDs and specials are excluded from bag sale pricing.
Details HERE
2019 Fall Festival
10 AM – 3 PM
2 Bishop Hollow Rd, Newtown Square, PA
Come celebrate fall with us! This community-wide event will offer fall activities, live music, food trucks, crafts, unique shops and businesses, and more importantly — FUN!
Workshops:
(tickets can be pre-purchased above or on the day of the event)
• 11:00 am – 12:00 pm – Pumpkin Succulent Workshop
• 1:00 pm – 1:45 pm – Wine Bottle Scarecrow Workshop
• 2:15 pm – 3:00 pm – Card Making Workshop **CANCELED
Rain or Shine
Free Admission
Free Parking
Details HERE
Bark in the Park 5K/Dog Walk & Fall Festival
10 AM – 3 PM
at Rose Tree Park 1671 North Providence Road, Media, PA
“Join us as we race to save lives! Our scenic, cross-country 5K is dog-friendly. Cecily Tynan will be leading us off with her rescue pup to the sounds of Delco Live. New this year: run with your dog awards! Every registered runner will receive a voucher for a free Sterling Pig beer! Not a runner? Stroll the 1-mile course with your pooch! Race begins at 10AM, and run registration opens at 9AM. Walk starts at 11AM, walk registration opens at 10:15AM. Register at https://www.firstgiving.com/event/delcospca/Bark-in-the-Park-2019. After the race, stick around for a huge raffle – you don’t need to be present to win one of two Philly sports raffles: providenceac.org/our-events/sportsraffle & providenceac.org/our-events/sixersraffle, a vet clinic from 11AM-1PM (please be in line by 12:30PM), agility demos by Tail Blazers Agility Club at 11AM & 2PM, famous dog contests from 12-2PM with celebrity judges WMMR’s Steve Morrison, Sue Serio Fox29 & Aunt Mary Pat DiSabatino – pre-register today at providenceac.org/our-events/2019s-bark-in-the-park-dog-contests, yummy food trucks, a kissing booth, nail trims, crafts for the kids AND the dogs, cool merchandise … and so much more! Proceeds support PAC’s lifesaving!”
Details HERE
CultureFest! Day of the Dead Festival
10 AM – 5 PM
at Penn Museum 3260 South St, Philadelphia, PA
Experience the rich traditions of Mexican culture at our Day of the Dead celebration with musical and dance performances, puppetry and storytelling, face painting, sugar skulls, arts & crafts, and more.
Place a photo or memento to remember the passing of a loved one on the ofrenda, the spectacular centerpiece of the celebration created by muralist Cesar Viveros. This year’s ofrenda honors indigenous language. This event is in collaboration with the Mexican Cultural Center and Mexican Consulate in Philadelphia.
Schedule for the Day
11:00 am -“Chinelos” by Comparsa Unionde Morelos
11:45 pm – Storytelling time: “The Legend of the Cempasuchil Flower” by Cecilia Huesca
12:00 pm -“AztecaPrehispanic Dance” by Kalpulli Kamaxtle Xiuhcoatl
12:45 pm – Storytelling: “The Legend of the Xoloitzcuintle”(by Cecilia Huesca
1:15 pm – “Folkloric Ballet” by Yaretzi Dance Group
Pan de Muerto and Mexican hot chocolate served
2:00pm- Musical performance by Radio Jarocho
3:15pm- Announcement of winners for best costume and community altars
All Day: Hands-on art activities, face painting, and a marketplace of Mexican goods!
Included with $10 Museum admission.
Free for Museum members, PennCard holders, U.S. active duty/reservist military personnel, and veterans.
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 No More Monsters Under Your Bed!
11 AM
at Barnes & Noble Broomall PA
This goofy, adorable book about conquering your fears will soon become a household favorite!
Details HERE
PAWS FOR PEOPLE
11 AM – 12 PM
hosted by Norwood Public Library at Glenolden Park Gazebo
KIDS OF ALL AGES AND ABILITIES ARE WELCOME TO COME AND SPEND ONE-ON-ONE READING TIME WITH A PAWS THERAPY DOG!
Individual Sessions Run for 10-15 Minutes
Registration is required as soon as possible due to limited sessions.
Details HERE
Russian Story Time at Middletown Free Library
11 AM – 12:30 PM
Ages: Birth-3 years with an adult partner.
“Learn, move and play along as we read old favorite and modern Russian children fairy tales, poems and rhymes. Join us at the Middletown Free Library for fun reading activities, meet friends and practice Russian. This is a lively language enrichment story time for babies and toddlers, but ALL ages are welcome to come and learn some Russian words & phrases!”
Registration is not required!
Details HERE
Spooktacular
11 AM – 12:30 PM
Join the Ardmore Business Association’s annual Spooktacular! Bring your ghosts and goblins for a fun morning of trick-or-treating in Ardmore. Begin at Schauffele Plaza to pick up your bag and map of participating businessess. Visit stores in downtown Ardmore, hop on the FREE SHUTTLE to Greenfield Ave & Suburban Square. Party at McShea’s at 12:30 – treats & prizes for everyone!
Details HERE
Boo Bash Halloween Party
11 AM – 2 PM
at Boscov’s in Media PA
Calling all children ages 12 and under! Join us on Saturday, October 26, 2019 from 11 AM to 2 PM and wear your favorite Halloween costume while you trick-or-treat at Boscov’s Granite Run. We will have the following activities for your enjoyment:
– Trick or Treat Station
– Hauntingly Fun Craft and Activity for Kids
– Ghoulish Game
– Guess the Number of Candy Pumpkins
– Register to Win Prizes
*Please Note: This event is while supplies last and the activities are subject to change.
Details HERE
East Passyunk Fall Fest and Spooky Saturday
11 AM – 4 PM
East Passyunk Avenue 1904 East Passyunk Avenue, Philadelphia, PA
East Passyunk invites you and your family for a double dose of spooktacular fun! Bring the whole family out for Fall Fest and Spooky Saturday on October 26th. Family activities include costume contests (for children and dogs), pumpkin decorating, arts and crafts, storytime reading, live music, scarecrow scavenger hunt, trick or treating, pet treats and more. For the grown-ups, enjoy live music, 40+ craft and arts vendors, fall fare, spirited cocktails, and more.
Most activities will be held at the Singing Fountain (EPA and Tasker), with select activities to be held at Mifflin Triangle (EPA and Mifflin) and a scarecrow scavenger hunt all along the Avenue.
FOR THE KIDS
* Free pumpkin decorating, fall and Halloween-themed arts & crafts in front of Urban Jungle
* Costume Contest staggered by age groups at the Singing Fountain with special emcee from Music Theatre Philly
11:00am Ages 4 and Under
11:30am Ages 5 – 8
12:00pm Ages 9 – 12
12:30pm Pets
* Scarecrow Scavenger Hunt and Trick or Treating
* Story time and activities with South Philly Branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia’s book bike at Mifflin Triangle
FOR THE GROWN-UPS
* Live music from 2pm – 4pm with Ben & Dima
* Nice Things Handmade arts and craft show
* Food and drink specials at participating restaurants
* Flannel Country Dining Grand Opening – 5pm-9pm with free food, music and more!
* Shopping and sales at select boutiques and shops
* Italian Halloween Horror Movie at Filitalia International – From 6:00pm – 8:00pm Enjoy the vibes of Halloween with scares, frights, & suspense … Italian Style! Come and enjoy the aroma, fear, and fright of Halloween all from a comfortable home theater at the history of Italian Immigration Museum. This film, a giallo masterpiece by the director Dario Argento, is known as Deep Red or Profondo Rosso. It is a murder mystery with elements of horror & suspense.
Details HERE
Havertown Harvest Fair
11 AM – 7 PM
at Haverford Twp. Building Parking Lot 2325 W. Darby Road Havertown, PA
FREE Admission
$3 Donation appreciated to support event
Havertown Harvest is a Craft, Art and Music Fair celebrating local artists and their work. The primary focus of this event is 2D and 3D art in the front and music, food, drinks and beer and wine located in the rear.
The event primarily features local artisans and crafters along with children’s activities. In the music area we will feature pre-recorded music, local musicians with scheduled performers and an “open mic” program giving local artists an opportunity to perform in an intimate outdoor setting with sing-alongs and other entertaining and engaging performances in an outdoor setting. A controlled fire pit will add ambience in the rear of the property near the music performances.
Rain or Shine
Details HERE
Pumpkin Day!
12 PM – 3 PM
at Upper Darby Township/Sellers Library – Sellers Memorial Branch
Pre-K to 5th Grade Students – Drop by the library for face painting, crafts, and to decorate a pumpkin of your own. No Registration Needed! One per child! Limited Supplies!
The program will take place outside weather permitting.
Details HERE
Trick-or-Treat Trail presented by Fox Rothschild
12 PM – 3 PM
Franklin Square 6th & Race Streets, Philadelphia, PA
Kids can show off their Halloween costumes in Franklin Square on Saturday, October 26 from 12 pm – 3 pm on the Trick-or-Treat Trail presented by Fox Rothschild. Say the magic words to receive a treat. FREE for children 10 and under.
Also, the Lightning Bolt Express Train makes its traditional fall stop in the Square ($5 adults, $4 children).
Group reservations and participation are not available. Giveaways while supplies last.
See all of Franklin Square’s fall festivities at http://historicphiladelphia.org/franklin-square/upcoming-events/
Details HERE
Boo at the Zoo at the Elmwood Zoo
12 PM – 4 PM
Boo at the Zoo returns Saturdays in October. Bring the little ones for a fun-filled evening for princesses, movie stars and superheroes of all ages. We will be giving out cool flashlight pens to keep your little ones safe during the evening.There will be live music, trick-or-treating and even a costume contest!
Details HERE
South Street Pumpkin Fest
12 PM – 5 PM
Headhouse/Shambles 2ND St, Philadelphia, PA
South Street Headhouse District has plenty of treats for children and adults of all ages during the neighborhood’s annual Halloween festivities during South Street Fall Pumpkin Fest on Saturday, October 26, 2019, from 12:00pm to 5:00pm. The Fall Pumpkin Fest will be held under the Headhouse Shambles on 2nd Street between Lombard and Pine. Live music, shopping, seasonal brews, straw bale maze, horse and wagon hay rides, face painting, pumpkin decorating and more. South Street businesses will open their doors for trick or treating between 12:00 – 5:00pm for Children 12 and under IN COSTUME.
This year’s line-up includes:
* Performances from Philadelphia School of Circus Arts
* Pumpkin decorating
* Hay wagon rides
* Straw hay bale maze
* Vendors
* Music and fun for the whole family
* A Costume contest for kids, adults, and families. Judging starts at 3:00pm, with prizes provided by South Street Headhouse District businesses.
* Over 80 South Street area businesses will formally open their doors to welcome kids dressed up in costumes from 12:00pm to 5:00pm. Pick up your list at the Fall Pumpkin Fest and look for ghosts hanging outside all participating businesses. Children should be 12 and under, in costume, and must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. (Trick or treating while supplies last).
The South Street Fall Pumpkin Fest is free, with food, drink and shopping pay-as-you-go.
The event will be held rain or shine.
Details HERE
Factory Donuts Trick or Treat
12 PM – 6 PM
Factory Donuts (Media) 845 N Jackson Street, Media, PA
THIS SATURDAY October 26th, Trick or Treat at Factory Donuts before or after the Media Halloween Parade 12noon to 6pm. Kids will be treated to a special Halloween treat bag! Let us know you’ll be there!
Details HERE
Lansdowne Borough Halloween Party
12:45 PM – 3 PM
Come join for the annual Borough Halloween Parade/Party on October 26th! The Parade starts at the Farmers Market (parking lot on Lansdowne Avenue across from the Lansdowne Theater) at 12:45pm and ends at the Twentieth Century Club at 55 South Lansdowne Avenue. There will be candy, snacks, music and a lot of fun. Prizes for costumes…. Most original, Cutest, Scariest, Funniest, Best Action Figure, and Best Family. Don’t miss out on the spooktacular fun! Admission is free!
Details HERE
Media Halloween Parade
1 PM – 2 PM
Downtown Media PA
The Town Talk sponsored 55th Annual Delaware County Halloween Parade will kick off 1 p.m. SATURDAY, Oct. 26 and march through Media. School bands from across the region will set the upbeat tone for this popular family event. See fire engines, classic and antique cars, as well as floats, clowns, scouts, various community groups, and hundreds of costumed trick or treaters. Organized by Town Talk Newspapers.
Formation begins at Barrall Field at 12pm.
Rain Date October 27
Details HERE
Halloween Safety Magic Show
1 PM – 2 PM
at Tinicum Memorial Public Library
Kids: join for a fun-filled spooky trip around a neighborhood of Halloween characters. Learn how to catch a ghost, make an invisibility potion and find out YOUR special powers!
This fun interactive program will entertain as well as stress some important Halloween safety tips to keep children safe while trick or treating.
Details HERE
Chair Yoga
1 PM – 2 PM
at Ridley Township Public Library
Learn chair yoga with certified yoga instructor Donna Shumaker. Come to the library and get fit where you sit!
Details HERE
MAKE break Monster Bash Slime
1 PM – 3 PM
at participating Michaels Craft Stores
Cost: Free, supplies will be provided, including the premade slime
Details and registration info HERE
Sweet & Spooky Halloween Bash
1 PM – 3 PM
at Sweet & Sassy Collegeville, PA- Salon, Spa and Celebrations 250 Plaza Drive Providence Town Center, Collegeville, PA
Join for the Annual Sweet & Spooky Halloween Bash!!!
You’ll receive a Party Updo, Just A Polish and Makeup! We’ll Dance and do a Runway Costume Contest with prizes! Fun craft! Snacks and drinks will be included! Everyone will take home a goody bag filled with Sweet Treats!
$30.00/guest!
Call to reserve your spot..space is limited and payment is made at time of booking!
Details HERE
Compass Cares Community Trunk or Treat
1 PM – 3 PM
at St Margaret’s Church Parking Lot 208 N. Narberth Ave, Narberth, PA
Details HERE
Chess Club
1 PM – 3:30 PM
at Lansdowne Public Library
Join us to play chess, make new friends, learn new skills and have fun! All ages open chess every Saturday afternoon.
Details HERE
TechGirlz-You Can Code!
1 PM – 4 PM
at Newtown Public Library
For middle school girls. Please bring your own laptop.
In this workshop, students will use Blockly, a drag and drop language to interface with the memory of the computer. We will be trying a number of puzzles, mazes and games to explore sequential events, selection and repetition.
Students will also begin to learn to code using real language with CodinGame, a free online program that allows coders at any stage to improve their coding skills by solving the World’s most challenging problems, learn new concepts, and get inspired by the best developers. After, students will be able to access these web pages and more at home to continue their learning.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Details HERE
Lego Club
1:30 PM – 3 PM
at Marple Public Library
Come and join Mr. Dustin in creating amazing Lego structures accompanied by a different theme each week.
Legos will be supplied.
No Fee.
Ages: 6-11
Details HERE
The Last Kids on Earth Training Camp Event
2 PM
at Barnes & Noble Broomall PA
See if you have what it takes to fight the Monster Apocalypse! Join us for activities, a survival quiz, trivia, giveaways, and more to celebrate this favorite series!
Details HERE
Bethany Church Fall Festival and Trunk or Treat
3 PM – 5 PM
5 N Concord Ave., Havertown, PA
Live band, free food, inflatable rides, and Trunk or Treat are to be found out on the large parking lot side of the church property. Costumes are optional
Details HERE
Conshohocken Halloween Parade
3 PM – 6 PM
400 Fayette St, Ste 200, Conshohocken, PA
Join the Borough of Conshohocken for its annual Halloween Parade on Saturday, October 26, 2019! Admission and participation is free. Registration will be held from 3:00 PM-3:45 PM at Mary Wood Park House, located at 120 E. 5th Avenue, Conshohocken, PA. The parade will begin at 4:00 PM. The parade route will start and end at Mary Wood Park House and travel along the sidewalk around the block.
Refreshments and prizes will follow the parade at Mary Wood Park House. Prizes for the top three (3) best costumes will be awarded per age group/ category. Age groups/ categories are as followed:
• Toddlers (Ages 0-5)
• Children (Ages 6-12)
• Adults (Ages 13+)
• Group/ Family Category
• Dog Category
Details HERE
Edgewood Elementary Trunk or Treat
4 PM – 7 PM
at Edgewood Elementary 525 8th Ave, Folsom PA
Parking spaces are $10 each | Includes five wristbands* | No Walk-Ins
Cars may arrive at 3pm to set up. – YES, Cars must be Decorated!
For the safety of our children, cars are not permitted to leave until the conclusion
of the event—7:00pm.
Each car must provide at least 300 pieces of candy.
Trick or Treaters must be in costume to participate.
There will be music, prizes for best costumes and cars, and a class pumpkin raffle.
Please take all trash and decorations with you.
Details HERE
Harvest Festival and Trunk Or Treat
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM (Games and Activities)
followed by Trunk or Treat 6;30 PM – 7 PM (in Cavanaugh Funeral Home’s Parking Lot)
at Norwood United Methodist Church 315 Chester Pike, Norwood, PA
Details HERE
Haunted Helicopters 2019
6 PM – 8 PM
at American Helicopter Museum & Education Center 1220 American Boulevard, West Chester, PA
“We will host trick-or-treaters of all ages on Saturday, October 26, from 6 until 8 p.m. Costumed volunteers will man treat stations throughout the museum as guests celebrate Halloween with Haunted Helicopters!
Activities include storytelling, movies, spooky music and a craft activity for kids. Locust Lane Brewery and Chadds Ford Winery bring treats of their own for adults (for additional cost – ID required).
Children under age 18 cost $10 each and accompanying adults are free.
Come in costume and join the fun!”
Details HERE
Lantern Ghost Tours
6 PM – 9:30 PM
at Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation 3900 North Sandy Flash Dr Newtown Square, PA
The Colonial Plantation, one of the most haunted properties in Delaware County, invites you to an evening of strange sounds, squeaky doors, and ghostly stories. Relive 300 years of the area’s most mysterious, scary and true tales of terror. Start by following the torch lit path and discover the strange and inexplicable ways that colonists treated their dead. Tour the wagon barn and farmhouse to hear a story in each room that will tell of bizarre events from times long past.
For past participants of Ghost Tours, please note that we change some stories every year, so you’ll have a new experience every time! Our stories are researched by our staff, are local on the Delaware County area, and are absolutely spine-chilling!
Admission: Admission is $10.00 for members of the Plantation, and $13.00 for non-members. Due to the graphic nature of some stories, we recommend this event for ages 10+. Tours last approximately 1.5 hours and start every 30 minutes. When you click on the link below, select the date and time you prefer, and it will show you the number of tickets available for that time slot. Popular time slots are 7:30-8:30 and will sell out quickly.
Details HERE
Norwood Haunted Walk
7 PM – 9 PM
at Norwood Park
$5 per person
Oktoberfest 2019
7 PM – 10:30 PM
at Rutledge Borough, Rutledge, PA 212 Unity Ter, Rutledge, PA
PLEASE JOIN THE RUTLEDGE BOROUGH ACTIVITIES COMMITTEE FOR THE 2ND ANNUAL OKTOBERFEST FUNDRAISER! Ticket info below:
ALL-INCLUSIVE GENERAL ADMISSION $40: 7:30-10:30p
($35 if purchased by Oct 1st)
Ticket Includes:
-Authentic German Dinner Provided by The Flying Deutschman Food Truck
(Choice of 1 Entree & 2 Sides)
-Music & Dancing! Including LIVE ACCORDION PLAYER!!!
-Unlimited drinks, snacks, and commemorative Mug!
VIP ADMISSION $50: 6:30-10:30p
($45 if purchased by Oct 1st)
Ticket Includes:
-1 hour VIP tasting of specialty brews from LOCAL AND REGIONAL breweries and home brewers!
-General admission all-inclusive ticket to the main event
Tickets can be purchased online through TicketSpice. Direct link to online sales can be found above under “Tickets Available.” A paper copy will be delivered to all Rutledge homes during the week of September 16th.
**To receive a $5 discount per ticket, use coupon code “earlybird” on ticket purchases made by September 30th before 11:59pm!**
THIS IS A 21+ EVENT. PLEASE DRINK and PARTY RESPONSIBLY.
Details HERE
Illuminated Fountain Performances: October – Classic Rock Road Trip
8:15 PM – 8:45 PM
at Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Rd, Kennett Square, PA
Illuminated Fountain Performances offer a spectacle unlike any other. Find a place to sit—or stand back in awe—as water in all shapes, sizes, and heights combines with music and infinite colors. Before or after the 30-minute show, stroll through the five-acre garden for a nighttime experience evoking old world charm. With multiple music programs to experience, there is always something new to see at our Illuminated Fountain Performances.
Details and ticket info HERE
Sunday October 27, 2019
Clothing and Shoe Drive Fundraiser
9 AM – 2 PM
at Ridley Township Public Library
Clean out your closets and help the library! Bring gently used/unwanted items to the library’s parking lot in tightly tied bags. Handbags, as well as shoes and clothing are acceptable
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\
Trunk or Treat Fundraiser for Hillview Nursery School
10 AM – 12 PM
at Lawrence Park Swim Club 293 Langford Rd, Broomall, PA
Join for Trunk or Treat! We will set up at Lawrence Park Swim Club’s parking lot for a morning of spooktacular fun. Instead of knocking on doors, trick-or-treaters will visit decorated car trunks.
One prize will be awarded for the “Best Decorated Trunk” and all families will have the chance to vote for their favorite.
**Cost is $30 per car (that includes Eventbrite fees). Pay in advance through Eventbrite or pay cash/check on the day of event. There is no charge if you are just trick-or-treating. Funds will go to Hillview Nursery School’s outdoor classroom project.**
All are welcome (not just Hillview families!) so please share with friends and family.
Cars can begin arriving at 9 am to set up their trunks. Trunk or treating will begin at 10.
Details HERE
Upper Darby Harvest Festival
10 AM – 3 PM
at Msgr. Bonner & Arch. Prendergast Catholic High School 401 N Lansdowne Ave, Drexel Hill, PA
Join at the final Upper Darby Pop Up Market for the 2019 Harvest Festival!
Featuring live music by local musicians Box and String 10a – 1p
Food & beverage by Casey’s Drexel Hill & Kenwood Beer & Blackbird Pastries.
Great local Vendors & Artists
The Eagles will be on the BIG screen starting @ 1 PM
Pumpkin Decorating & Face Painting for Kids!
Rain or Shine!
Details HERE
Lansdowne Free Fair Fall 2019
11 AM – 3 PM
at Lansdowne Landing 30 North Lansdowne Avenue, Lansdowne, PA
Hosted by Buy Nothing Lansdowne, PA
WHAT IS IT? Similar to a community yard sale, but with one key difference – everything is FREE!
TIMING: Free Fair open for browsing 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Drop-offs permitted 10:30 am – 2:00 pm, there will be a designated drop-off area, there are no drop-offs permitted after 2:00 pm.
HOW DOES IT WORK? Bring (functioning!) unwanted or unused items. Anyone is free to browse & take whatever they’d like – whether they brought something or not. Following the ethos of the Buy Nothing Project no strings attached, no trading/buying/selling.
WHY? It’s a great way to clean out your basement & meet your neighbors at the same time! You might have just what your neighbor is looking for.
Items will be loosely organized by category and volunteers from the Buy Nothing Lansdowne, PA facebook group will be on hand to answer questions and keep things tidy. Please, no broken items, no mattresses and no TVs/Monitors. If you have a very large item, please check with event hosts before bringing it to the event or post it to your local Buy Nothing Group.
Please be mindful of the fact that this is an event meant to build community and consider your neighbors who will also be browsing. This is all done in kindness and sharing, and we hope attendees will act with that in mind.
Items leftover at 3:00 pm at the end of the event will be donated to the RePurpose Shop in Lansdowne or brought to Goodwill.
Details HERE
Linvilla Costume Parade
at Linvilla Orchards
Registration & Entertainment by Silly Joe: 12pm – 2pm
Line up for parade: 2:45pm
Parade: 3pm
Winners Announced: 4pm
Hosted by Silly Joe & All Entertainment – This is an event you don’t want to miss! Each child that participates will receive a treat and our judges will pick the top 3 of each age group and offer great prizes! There will be 1 grand prize winner who will receive $100 in Linvilla Cash! So, get creative and put on your Halloween best and we will see you here!
Online Registration now open! You can also register in person on Sunday Oct. 27 between 12pm – 2pm at Check-in in the Entertainment Garden located by the animals behind our Farm Market!
Details HERE
D&D Mini Painting
1 PM – 3 PM
at Marple Public Library
Learn to paint miniature figures for use in games like D&D, Warhammer and lord of the rings. Library provides all supplies (including the mini of your choice!)
REGISTRATION REQUIRED!!
Register at circulation or email mateen@delcolibraries.org
Details HERE
Thornbury Annual Halloween Parade & Fall Festival
1 PM – 4 PM
Enjoy favorite Autumn activities at Thornbury Park:
Parade from the Yellow House Parking Lot on Glen Mills Road to Thornbury Park
Parade Formation @ 12:30, Parade begins @ 1:00pm
Pie baking contest at the Pavilion
Pumpkin carving
Hay rides
Games
Scarecrow making (Bring your own scarecrow outfit and carving tools)
Pie Baking Contest:
Bake your favorite homemade pie to the Pavilion
Bring along copies of your recipe to share
Prizes go to the top 3 pies!
Be sure to make extra, because once the crowd starts sampling the pies, nary a crumb will be left to take home!
Details HERE
Friends of Radnor Memorial Library Children’s Book Sale
1 PM – 4 PM
Details HERE
Malvern Halloween Parade
3 PM – 5:30 PM
Borough of Malvern 1 E First Ave Suite 3, Malvern, PA
Line up starts at 3 p.m. and parade begins at 4 p.m.
Details HERE
Norwood School’s Annual Indoor Trunk or Treat
3:30 PM
Come out to our annual indoor trunk or treat or should we say table and treat?! We need all the support we can get to keep this event possible so if you would like to come out and decorate a table the cost is $5 and you must provide the candy or treats. That $5 also gets two tickets for kids to trick or treat! There is also games and food for purchase during this event!! If you would like to decorate a table feel free to post or send us a message!!!
You can also pay at the door $3 a trick or treater! Trick or treating will start at 3:30pm and the event ends at 5pm.
Details HERE
Family Pumpkin Painting and Fall Fun
3 PM – 5 PM
at McCausland Garrity Machesani Funeral Home 343 S Chester Pike, Glenolden PA
Bring the kids for a fun fall day of Pumpkin painting, Fall games, snacks, crafts, spooky music and more!
Event is free and all are welcome!
Details HERE
Jack O’Lantern Carve and Light
4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Linwood and Athens Avenues, Ardmore, PA
Annual pumpkin carving event – Co-hosts Six:Eight Vineyard Church will be supplying cookies, apple cider and Master Carvers! Don’t forget to BYO pumpkin or we will have a limited supply available for a suggested donation of $5 each. Also, feel free to bring a child friendly carving tool (if you have one) and a spoon to scoop out the flesh. We look forward to seeing you for carving, cookies and apple cider!
Details HERE
Haunted House
Sponsored by Cardinal Foley’s 8th Grade
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
at Annunciation School Building (entrance will be on Sagamore Rd Havertown PA)
Annunciation BVM 401 Brookline Blvd Havertown PA
$4 per person/ $12 per family
Come join for some scary and some not-so-scary
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