A list of the best things to do in Delaware County this weekend
October 13th, 14th, & 15th
What to do this weekend with your family? There is so much to do for families and kids. We invite you to check out our events calendar, with many family-friendly events and things to do on the weekends and every day of the week. We constantly update our events calendar, so there is always something new and exciting to do!
Brick Fest Live® is a live family event filled with hands-on attractions and activities at the Greater Philadelphia Convention Center.
Fire Prevention Week is coming, and so is our annual Thrill Show. Join us at the firehouse on Saturday, October 14th, from 4-7 p.m.
From the crushing metal of an actual car accident or the heat of a real fire - you won’t want to miss this action-packed fire safety show.
This year, we’ve teamed up again with Rocky Run Fire Company - Station 46, PA State Police, and Riddle Hospital paramedics to highlight Fire Prevention Week in a big way by putting on a one-of-a-kind fire prevention safety show.
Join us for the 2023 History & Haunts Ghost Tour on Saturday, October 14th from 6:15pm - 8:30pm at the Concord Township Municipal Campus!
The ghost tour will feature a special paranormal presentation by the Harrisburg Area Paranormal Society, and an educational haunted history walking tour of the former Dante Orphanage basement, Maplewood Institute gymnasium, Concord Friends Meeting Graveyard/Forest, and the Concord Township Senior Center!
This is a walking tour, so please dress accordingly! Ages 12+.
Don your capes and super-suits for an action-packed day dedicated to the iconic songs that helped unlock the love of heroes in all of us! With fun activities and a concert filled to the brim with marvelous music, this is a day the whole family can enjoy. Hear the soaring main theme of Superman, unforgettable music from hits like The Incredibles, and beloved pieces for every age.
Come early and stay late with these awesome activities that will excite even the youngest of heroes:
Head to Veterans Memorial Park in Marple for local vendors and fireworks at night!
Based on one of Roald Dahl’s most poignantly quirky stories, Roald Dahl's James and the Giant Peach JR. is a brand new take on this "masterpeach" of a tale. Featuring a wickedly tuneful score and a witty and charming book, this adventurous musical about courage and self-discovery is destined to be a classic.
Bounce, slide, and dance your way through a surreal, candy-colored wonderland featuring the largest ball pit on the planet, a 600ft long obstacle course, giant slides, a huge birthday cake bouncer, a silent disco dome, an inflatable sports arena & more.
With colorful characters & Instagram-able moments to be discovered at every turn, the mall is literally brought to life in this immersive, one-of-a-kind experience that can be enjoyed by both the young and the young at heart.
Join us for our free, self-guided, family-friendly Halloween trail.
Pumpkins, mums, cornstalks, hay bales, fall annnuals, and perennials are available for purchase.
Linvilla Orchard's famous Hayride to the Witch's House is a hayride to visit the friendly Witch in the woods. The witch tells stories and jokes and gives all of the kids a treat. The hayride will end at a campfire where there will be Cider and Marshmallows! This hayride is especially for young children! This is not a haunted hayride. Parents are welcome and encouraged to join their children on the ride.
Teens and Tweens will enjoy The Bates Motel & Haunted Hayride, which has been voted the #1 haunt in the country and has been featured on the Travel Channel.
All aboard the Dinosaur Train at Please Touch Museum! This traveling exhibit will transport kids back to the time of dinosaurs and encourage basic scientific learning through fun, hands-on activities.
Experience NEW Fintastic Fall Days only at Adventure Aquarium! Discover a glowing new adventure as glowing gourds in the shapes of aquatic animals take over the aquarium, ready to delight with daytime fun! Explore among glowing sea creatures, discover underwater pumpkin carvers, and embark on a search for illuminating surprises waiting around every corner. Experience the adventure before it glows away!
Pumpkinland is open from mid-September through early November and takes center stage at Linvilla Orchards. See our piles of pumpkins in all colors, shapes and sizes — over 100 tons on display! We do not do Pick-Your-Own pumpkins at Linvilla. Our Pumpkins are all pre-harvested and displayed in bins. Larger-than-life figures and scarecrows illustrate the legends and lore of the harvest season, featuring local history and some of the many stories of pumpkins and apples.
Come in costume and celebrate silly, not-too-spooky fun at The Count’s Halloween Spooktacular at Sesame Place! The park will be transformed into a family-friendly Halloween haven, and guests can enjoy trick-or-treating, Halloween-themed shows and parades, participating in our Scarecrow Scavenger Hunt and unique photo opportunities with everyone’s favorite furry friends dressed up in costume.
Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire at Mount Hope Estate. Guests can experience themed entertainment, food, contests, and activities. Tickets should be purchased online in advance to guarantee admission.
The Philadelphia Museum of Art guests can pay what they wish for admission every Friday evening and the first Sunday of the month. Reservations are required.
Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park have adventures behind every corner. They are the ultimate indoor playground for your entire family. Take your kids' birthday party to the next level or spend a day of fun with the family, and you'll see why we're more than just a trampoline park.
Fun Things to Do With Kids In Delaware County is not responsible for and can not be held liable for any events or activities posted on this blog. Events and activities are posted for informational purposes only. We do not guarantee the accuracy of the times, dates, or locations of activities and events. We also do not ensure that you and your kids will have fun, but we hope you will.