Fun Things To Do In Chester County This Weekend For Families And Kids September 29th, 30th, and October 1st

A list of the best things to do in Chester County this weekend
 September 29th, 30th, and October 1st



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!  



Dressage at Devon September 26 - October 1, 2023 - Bring the kids any day, but especially on Sunday, October 1st, when they can join the Dressage Explorers and make their own stick horse to ride down the centerline in the Dixon Oval, join the selfie-scavenger hunt with prizes, and see the exhibitions.



Apple lovers all know that Fall is the best time to celebrate this delicious and versatile fruit. On September 30 from 10 AM to 4 PM, everyone is welcome to the Cider Fest at the Mill at Anselma in Chester Springs.

It is especially fitting that apple cider is celebrated at the Mill, since for 54 years of its 276-year history (1886 to 1940) the Anselma Mill cider press operated for its community.

Visitors can learn about colonial baking methods with a live demonstration by colonial baking experts Becky Manley and Sheila Walter. Cider historian and expert, Mark Turdo will recreate historic cider using reproduction 18th-century tools and clothing. And everyone can enjoy a free glass of cider or an apple!

Assuring no one goes home hungry, the Epicurean Garage food truck will be on hand, and visitors can also purchase local honey sold by Extract & Box.  And of course, there will be apples and cider for sale from Downingtown’s Mariner Farms! Plus, Pennsylvania Distilling Company, a local craft distillery that produces grain-to-glass small batch spirits, will be here with samples, bottle sales and two signature cocktails.

Lionville Fire Company will be on site with equipment from 10:00 a.m. to noon for information and getting to know them.


Fall Fest weekends are officially kicking off with the grand opening of this year’s aMAZEing Corn Maze -and it’s all about Chester County! Corn Maze, Apple Cannons, Pumpkin Picking, Food Trucks and all sorts of other Fall fun is in full swing!

Embrace the season with a famous Apple Cider Donut in one hand and big ol’ hand picked pumpkin in the other. Because Fall at Highland Orchards just feels right!

Autumn Bounty Festival at Terrian Glen Mills


Join us to usher in harvest season at our annual Autumn Bounty Festival!
We'll fall into the new season with live demos, live music, local artisan makers, and more.
This event is free and open to the public.


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.



We hope you'll join us for a day of fall fun at our garden center and gift shop!
-complimentary apple cider and doughnuts
-pumpkin carving demonstration
-live music by Box of Books
-face painting
-fall photo op
-make-your-own floral bunch bar
-sales and giveaways! 



Join us Saturday September 30th for some fall family fun. We will have pony rides & animals, a rock wall,wagon rides,pumpkin patch, apple slingshots, face painting, food live music and much more.



Enjoy a brisk fall afternoon along the picturesque Chester Creek Valley from our train as we take you on a 90 minute journey back in time to the village of Glen Mills and return.



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!



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.




Imagination Street a new play space that kids and parents can enjoy together. For kids (ages 0–9), it is a meaningful, hands-on play experience in nine, interactive, themed playhouses that form a “city” to explore. For parents, there’s a cafe-style lounge to gather, drink coffee, or get some work done. Because the space is an open concept, parents are in close proximity of their children the entire time. They offer open play sessions, private parties, events, and more.



Nothing short of magic is in the air this summer. From our vibrant Illuminated Fountain Performances … to brilliant blooms filling our Gardens with breathtaking beauty … to starlit evenings spent in our Beer Garden … our ever-exciting, always-stunning experiences are a breath of fresh air this season.



Burn off some energy while having some fun while skating with the family.

Guests to the Philadelphia Museum of Art 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.

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Fun Things to Do With Kids In Chester County is not responsible for and can not be held liable for any of the 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 guarantee that you and your kids will have fun, but we hope you will.




DRESSAGE AT DEVON - EXPLORERS DAY FOR KIDS, SPONSORED BY THE GRIER SCHOOL









Dressage at Devon September 26 - October 1, 2023 - Bring the kids any day, but especially on Sunday, October 1st, when they can join the Dressage Explorers and make their own stick horse to ride down the centerline in the Dixon Oval, join the selfie-scavenger hunt with prizes, and see the exhibitions. SCHEDULE OF EVENTS All times are approximate and subject to change due to weather or horse show schedule. 10:00 Day officially starts with a Blessing of the Animals – location will be announced 10:00 Model Horse show starts 10:00 – 1:00 Various exhibitions, meet-n-greets – near the Dressage Explorers tent 10:30 Make-N-Take Stick Horse tent open 10:30 – 1:00 Trick or Treating in the Fall Festival vendor area 12:00 Make-N-Take Stick Horse tent close 12:00 Centerline Ride in the Dixon Oval 12:30 Barn Day groups gather for final judging 12:30 Model Horse show judging complete. Before 1:00 – Barn Day Contest & Model Horse Winner awards – location will be announced. DRESSAGE EXPLORER EXHIBITION LIST Blessing of the Animals sponsored by Sugartown Veterinary Hospital, Blue Bell Veterinary Center, Newtown Square Veterinary Hospital in the Dixon Oval at ~10 AM The Grier School – Visit with representatives of the Grier School, presenting sponsor of Dressage Explorers, and learn about their academic and riding opportunities. The Barn at Spring Brook – An animal sanctuary and therapy program for children. Work to Ride – A riding/polo club for kids located in Philadelphia. Info booth and riders meet-n-greet. All4Paws Rescue – Stop by the table set up near the Committee stand. Montgomery County 4-H Tiny Trotters – A youth horse club. Info booth and rider meet-n-greet. Pony Club – A youth horse club. Info booth and rider meet-n-greet. Berks County 4-H – A youth horse club. Info booth and rider meet-n-greet. Kimberly & Company – Face Painting Special Equestrians – A therapeutic riding program presenting the Pony Kissing Booth. Dressage 4 Kids (D4K) -Info booth, riders meet-n-greet, test ride discussion. USDF Young Rider – Info booth, riders meet-n-greet. Lauren Annett (USEF “r” Dressage Judge, USDF “r” Western Dressage Judge and USDF Silver and Bronze Medalist )will be there with her Friesian cross horse for petting and to answer questions about the breed. Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) – A youth horse club. Info booth, riders meet-n-greet. Delaware Valley University & Centenary College – Info booths Ryerss Farm – The country’s oldest non-profit organization of its kind, dedicated to providing a comfortable retirement for horses. New Bolton Center Vet Truck/Meet the Vet & Vet Tech and Talk about the path to vet school. Montgomery County 4H Model Horse Show for Ages 6-18 – The model horse display and competition will take place in the Picnic Grove (near the pub).



Location: Devon Horse Show Grounds - 23 Dorset Rd, Devon, PA 19333 

This event is appropriate for All Ages

 Cost: Prices vary by age and day. Kids age 3 and under are free! 

Fun Things To Do In Chester County This Weekend For Families And Kids September 22nd, 23rd, and 24th

A list of the best things to do in Chester County this weekend
 September 22nd, 23rd, and 24th





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!  



Downingtown FallFest is a Downingtown Area Chamber of Commerce event in partnership with Victory Brewing Company and the Borough of Downingtown. This high-value community event brings thousands of visitors seeking great food, crafts, and, of course, the Victory Beer Garden.



The Kennett Arts Festival has something for everyone: over 100 artists, live music, children’s activities, and a selection of local food vendors, including beer and wine.



Join us in EGT Park for this year's Chester County Art Walk! All 100+ artists will be in EGT Park this year! It will be wonderful having everyone under "one roof", complete with live music and food trucks to round out the experience!



Kids will make the BIGGEST bubbles of their lives -- FREE -- with GRANDPOP BUBBLES™.  Grandpop Bubbles will bring his bubble wands, tristrings, poles, basins, buckets, and many gallons of SPECIAL BUBBLE JUICE for your children to enjoy bubbling with #GpopB.  You'll share Grandpop Bubbles' bubble juice and 4' bubble wands, and his 3' bubble "Tristrings" (two sticks and strings) to make bubbles. He guarantees that you will make the BIGGEST bubbles of your life -- whatever your age.



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.




Come experience the national parks! On September 24, 2022, all National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone. 



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!



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.




Imagination Street a new play space that kids and parents can enjoy together. For kids (ages 0–9), it is a meaningful, hands-on play experience in nine, interactive, themed playhouses that form a “city” to explore. For parents, there’s a cafe-style lounge to gather, drink coffee, or get some work done. Because the space is an open concept, parents are in close proximity of their children the entire time. They offer open play sessions, private parties, events, and more.



Nothing short of magic is in the air this summer. From our vibrant Illuminated Fountain Performances … to brilliant blooms filling our Gardens with breathtaking beauty … to starlit evenings spent in our Beer Garden … our ever-exciting, always-stunning experiences are a breath of fresh air this season.



Burn off some energy while having some fun while skating with the family.

Guests to the Philadelphia Museum of Art 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.

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Fun Things to Do With Kids In Chester County is not responsible for and can not be held liable for any of the 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 guarantee that you and your kids will have fun, but we hope you will.




2023 The Best Pumpkin Patches Around Chester County

It's time to find the perfect pumpkin to decorate.  We have a list of the best pumpkin patches in and around the Philadelphia Area.  We even included a few pumpkin events for your family to visit for some inspiration.


Photo courtesy of Highland Orchards



Pumpkins and apples for as far as your eye can see!  Ride our shuttle service to our orchards and pumpkin patches or select from our ever-growing selection at our farm market.  


Photo courtesy of Colonial Gardens





This Halloween display of colorful cartoon characters, scarecrows, hay hutch, & over ten tons of pumpkins is always a hit!



Photo courtesy of Shady Brook Farms




Bring the family for a day or night down on the farm! There's endless fun, including apple picking & sunflowers (while supplies last), pumpkin picking, wagon rides, LIVE music, tasty food, spirited drinks, loads of activities for the kiddos + Eerie Illuminations...a super fun Halloween light show.








An annual trip to Pumpkinland has been a family tradition for generations of Delaware Valley Residents. During September and October, Pumpkinland takes center stage at Linvilla Orchards. Larger-than-life figures and scarecrows illustrate the legends and lore of the harvest season, local history, and some of the many stories of pumpkins and apples.


Photo courtesy of Milky Way Farm

 
Our annual pumpkin harvest season at Milky Way Farm runs Sept 23-Oct 29, 2023. For Saturdays and Sundays, purchase $5 admission tickets for each person. Wander through the corn maze, take family photos, visit the farm animals, and stroll to one of our pumpkin patches through our farm meadow as part of your 2-hour experience. New this year, purchase a $9 admission ticket and also be able to hop on one of our ticketed hayrides to a different pumpkin patch.
 




Photo courtesy of Arasapha Farm


Arasapha Farm is re-opening this year with lots of new additions and family fun. The corn maze has been planted, and new games make it more fun than ever. Other activities include pumpkin picking. This includes a Hayride to the Corn Maze and back to the courtyard. Our picnic areas and other activities are available for Birthday parties, family reunions, and other gatherings. Parties include a jump on the pillow bounce, pallet maze, tractor and truck playground, and corn cannons.



Photo courtesy of Lytle's Farm



Pick-your-own pumpkin patch with a free hayride out to the fields.  Beyond the patch, you can find pumpkins and gourds in all sizes and colors, corn stalks, straw bales, a corn maze, and more.   





Ride a tractor-drawn wagon out to the pumpkin patch, where you can spend as long as you want to select the perfect pumpkins for every member of the family. Be sure you bring along your camera for some priceless photos. Of course, you can also just take the hayride and get your pumpkins on another weekend.









Thursday, October 19th & Friday, October 20th, 4pm - 9pm

Saturday, October 21st, 3pm - 9pm


Join us for a three-day Chadds Ford tradition where over 70 giant pumpkins are carved by local artists on Thursday and will be lit and displayed on Friday & Saturday. All three nights, enjoy a 'kid-friendly Haunted Trail, raffle prizes, and live music. Food, local craft beer, and wine are available for purchase.

2023 Fall Activities Guide for The Chester County Area



The kids are back to school, and cooler weather is on the way. There are plenty of hayrides, apple festivals, pumpkin picking, and many more fall events happening in the area this fall.






 September 16th thru October 31st
This Halloween display of colorful cartoon characters, scarecrows, hay hutch, & over ten tons of pumpkins is always a hit!

DAYTIME HAYRIDES
Kids will adore a daytime hayride through friendly woods. Appropriate for all ages.

MAZES
Includes Cornstalk Maze, Halloween Funhouse, and Casper’s Castle.
Combo ticket for daytime hayride and mazes: $9

Haunted Hayrides
Brace yourself for plenty of scares as you ride through our haunted woods, full of monsters! Not recommended for children under 8.

Haunted Hedge Maze
 Wind through the tall, dark hedges with monsters waiting around every corner.




September 15th through November 4th

Cherry Crest Adventure Farm is a 15-acre farm located in Lancaster, with 50+ Farm Fun activities, including the Hay Chute Slide and Straw Bale Racer, Jump Pillow, Farm Tour Wagon Ride, Petting Zoo and Farm Experience Center, Corny’s Ball-cade, and everyone's favorite the Corn Maze.






September 23rd -October 29th

Visit Pumpkin Garden, where your kids will love the pillow bounce, moon bounces, the brand new barn bounce, and pumpkin jump. Have a blast with the corn cannon. Mine for gems at our all-new gem mining experience. Visit the animals at the Petting Zoo. With train rides, pedal carts, hay bale mazes, and more, the kids are sure to have fun! But the fun doesn’t end there! Take a hayride down to the Pumpkin Patch to pick your own pumpkin. Or see if how quickly you can find your way through the 5-acre corn maze.





October 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, and 29th

Philadelphia Zoo is adding a little green to your Halloween with the return of
 Boo at the Zoo!
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!
Set out on a Scarecrow Scavenger Hunt and discover your favorite animals in the form of life-size scarecrows!







September 22nd -October 31st

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. 





October 19th -21st

Join us for a three-day Chadds Ford tradition where over 70 giant pumpkins are carved by local artists on Thursday and will be lit and displayed on Friday & Saturday. All three nights, enjoy a 'kid-friendly' Haunted Trail, raffle prizes, and live music. Food, local craft beer, and wine are available for purchase.





Pick-your-own pumpkin patch with a free hayride out to the fields.  Beyond the patch, you can find pumpkins and gourds in all sizes and colors, corn stalks, straw bales, a corn maze, and more.   






September 11th - October 29th

Over 100 spectacular scarecrows line the autumn-tinted pathways of Peddler’s Village during our 42nd annual Scarecrows in the Village, on display from September 6 through October 30! View and vote for your favorite larger-than-life creations in this Bucks County tradition for eight fun-filled weeks. Some scarecrows are inspired by famous characters, some are humorous, and some are scary – but all of them are carefully handmade by Philly-area residents and organizations.

Enjoy fun fall activities, including our annual Scarecrow-Making Workshops (reserve your spot online) and pumpkin painting, live entertainment every weekend, and delicious fall-inspired specials at Village restaurants.
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Weekends starting September 30th -October 29th

Enjoy a fully decorated park full of family-friendly ghouls, ghosts, and spooks! Soak in the colors of fall with all your royal friends at Dutch Wonderland in a safe, non-scary environment for kids! Laugh, scream, and cackle with over 30 of our favorite rides and attractions themed for the season! 



Photo courtesy of Milky Way Farm

September 23rd - October 29th

Our annual pumpkin harvest season at Milky Way Farm runs Sept 23-Oct 29, 2023. For Saturdays and Sundays, purchase $5 admission tickets for each person. Wander through the corn maze, take family photos, visit the farm animals, and stroll to one of our pumpkin patches through our farm meadow as part of your 2-hour experience. New this year, purchase a $9 admission ticket and also be able to hop on one of our ticketed hayrides to a different pumpkin patch.






October 20th- October 22nd
10:00am to 3:00pm

Celebrate Halloween Brandywine Zoo-style with this merry, not scary, event. All are invited to wear costumes while visiting the zoo animals. Plenty of treats and activities. Kids will receive a pre-packaged treat bag at the end! Members DO NOT need to register for this event! Tickets are available at the door and online. Online purchase recommended. 





September 16 - November 5

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 will enjoy trick-or-treating around the park, Halloween-themed shows, participating in our interactive Scarecrow Scavenger Hunt, and unique photo opportunities with everyone’s favorite furry friends dressed up in costume on their Halloween-themed floats! 









 October 28th

1:00pm to 4:00pm

At 1pm, on the corner of Forrest and Haverford Avenues, Halloween kicks off with this popular annual scavenger hunt. Children of all ages are invited to join in this free event, where kids search downtown Narberth high and low for the witchiest witches around. They collect treats along the way and then return to the start to collect a Halloween prize.



September 29th, starting at 3pm

Join us for a FAMILY FRIENDLY evening with live music, breweries, amazing food trucks, shopping, and a screening of the original GHOSTBUSTERS on a giant 20'+ screen!




Sept 30- Oct 29
Weekends Only

Ride a tractor-drawn wagon out to the pumpkin patch, where you can spend as long as you want selecting the perfect pumpkins for every member of the family. Be sure you bring along your camera for some priceless photos. Of course, you can also just take the hayride, and grab some pre-picked pumpkins or walk to one of our patches.