Fun Things To Do In Chester County This Weekend For Families And Kids October 4th, 5th & 6th

A list of the best things to do in Chester County 

this  weekend

October 4th, 5th & 6th





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! 


St. David's Annual Country Fair

Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 5th, and join us at the St. David’s Fairgrounds for a day of fun for the whole family! The St. David’s Church Country Fair, now in its 173rd year, is the longest, continuously running church fair in the USA and is held annually the first Saturday in October. 



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.



This annual community event features something for all – carnival games, petting zoo, bounce castle, self-guided tours of the Oakbourne Mansion, historical re-enactors, archaeological dig box, face painting, great food from On the Roll and Natalie’s Fine Foods, live music by the Law Abiding Citizens, and more.  The fun runs from 11 AM to 3 PM.



Pumpkin patches, tractor rides, build your own scarecrow, and much more.



“Embracing All Of Southern Chester County!” Friday, Oct. 4th-Sunday, Oct. 5th.



All movies begin at 7:00 PM and are FREE OF CHARGE. Guests are encouraged to bring dry good items (soap, shampoo, diapers, toilet paper, laundry detergent) for the West Chester Food Cupboard. Movie: Despicable Me 4



This Halloween display of colorful cartoon characters, scarecrows, a hay hutch, and over ten tons of pumpkins is always a hit! Take a daytime hayride or walk through the maze.



Corn Maze, Pumpkin Patch, and more.



Arasapha Farm is open this year with many 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, along with 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.


Our fall harvest celebration weekends kick off on September 14, weather permitting. 
 Activities include Apple and Pumpkin picking, Corn maze, Apple cannons, Face Painting, Axe Throwing, Trackless Train Rides, and Hayrides.
The farm market will be well stocked with mums, pumpkins of all sizes and colors, and oodles of fall and Halloween decorating items.




Enjoy a brisk fall train ride along the picturesque Chester Creek Valley from our heated train as we take you on a journey back in time to the village of Glen Mills and return. You'll see Chester and Deleware County in full fall splendor!



Food Trucks, BeerWine, Hard Cider, Hard Seltzer, Live Music, Family Friend




Celebrate summer—the season of vibrant hues, sunny days, and starlit evenings—here at Longwood. Realize spectacular beauty with horticultural splendor at every turn. Revel in brilliant blooms to stunning vistas from our all-new Conservatory Overlook. Refresh your senses with the thrill of dancing fountains. Recharge with quality time spent with friends and family. Revisit nature. Remember the wow.



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.




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.


Fun Things To Do In Chester County This Weekend For Families And Kids September 27th, 28th, & 29th

A list of the best things to do in Chester County 

this  weekend

September 27th, 28th, & 29th




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! 



Matlack Florist's fourth annual Fall Fest!
Live music, giveaways, free cider and doughnuts, face painting, food truck, visiting goats, kid-friendly fun, fall plants and pumpkins for sale, and much more.




Apple lovers all know that Fall is the best time to celebrate this delicious and versatile fruit. On September 28th from 10 AM to 4 PM, everyone is welcome to the Cider Fest at the Mill at Anselma in Chester Springs.

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.



Join us on Saturday, September 28th, for some fall family fun. We will have pony rides & animals, a rock wall, wagon rides, a pumpkin patch, apple slingshots, face painting, food, live music, and much more.



Since 1989, the OPC Apple Festival has been a highlight of the fall, and we are thrilled to be returning again this year! This free event for all ages will feature live entertainment, crafters, artisans, and vendors, demonstrations, delicious food (including food trucks and dozens of homemade apple pies!), kettle-cooked apple butter made on premises, barrel train rides and lots of other fun activities for kids! Be sure to join this event by setting your status to "interested" or "going" so that you don't miss out on any updates!




This Halloween display of colorful cartoon characters, scarecrows, a hay hutch, and over ten tons of pumpkins is always a hit! Take a daytime hayride or walk through the maze.



Corn Maze, Pumpkin Patch, and more.



Arasapha Farm is open this year with many 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, along with 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.


Our fall harvest celebration weekends kick off on September 14, weather permitting. 
 Activities include Apple and Pumpkin picking, Corn maze, Apple cannons, Face Painting, Axe Throwing, Trackless Train Rides, and Hayrides.
The farm market will be well stocked with mums, pumpkins of all sizes and colors, and oodles of fall and Halloween decorating items.




Enjoy a brisk fall train ride along the picturesque Chester Creek Valley from our heated train as we take you on a journey back in time to the village of Glen Mills and return. You'll see Chester and Deleware County in full fall splendor!



Food Trucks, BeerWine, Hard Cider, Hard Seltzer, Live Music, Family Friend




Celebrate summer—the season of vibrant hues, sunny days, and starlit evenings—here at Longwood. Realize spectacular beauty with horticultural splendor at every turn. Revel in brilliant blooms to stunning vistas from our all-new Conservatory Overlook. Refresh your senses with the thrill of dancing fountains. Recharge with quality time spent with friends and family. Revisit nature. Remember the wow.



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.




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.

DescriptionWassailing Caroling HayridesDescription: Wassailing Caroling Hayride


You may also enjoy: 



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.


Fun Things To Do In Chester County This Weekend For Families And Kids September 20th, 21st, & 22nd

A list of the best things to do in Chester County 

this  weekend

September 20th, 21st, & 22nd
   




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! 



This Halloween display of colorful cartoon characters, scarecrows, a hay hutch, and over ten tons of pumpkins is always a hit! Take a daytime hayride or walk through the maze.



Corn Maze, Pumpkin Patch, and more.



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.



A local favorite, the Fall Festival features a wide variety of historic skills and trades demonstrations, hayrides, and hands-on activities for kids of all ages! This year, the site’s archaeology festival has been incorporated into the Fall Festival, so the event will also include archaeological excavations and activities, plus displays from local historical organizations. In addition, there will be vendors of handcrafted goods in the Colonial Market, locally-made beer and wine at the Tavern, a Community Corner featuring local businesses and organizations, and food vendors. Admission to the Fall Festival is free. Parking is $5 per car.



Arasapha Farm is open this year with many 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, along with 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.


Our fall harvest celebration weekends kick off on September 14, weather permitting. 
 Activities include Apple and Pumpkin picking, Corn maze, Apple cannons, Face Painting, Axe Throwing, Trackless Train Rides, and Hayrides.
The farm market will be well stocked with mums, pumpkins of all sizes and colors, and oodles of fall and Halloween decorating items.



Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale, featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film. The timeless tale, in which young Dorothy Gale travels from Kansas over the rainbow to the magical Land of Oz, will thrill SALT audiences of all ages. A meet and greet with the characters will take place after each performance! 



Join Thomas the Tank Engine™, a full-sized operating steam locomotive, as he greets friends of all ages. Thomas and his friends return to the Strasburg Rail Road in 2024!

Thomas the Tank Engine — the famous steam locomotive from the Island of Sodor — will pull your 45-minute excursion ride (4.5 miles east and 4.5 miles returning west on the same track) through the beautiful Lancaster County countryside.



Enjoy a train ride from West Chester to Glen Mills and return on a warm summer afternoon. Pack lunch during our stop at the Glen Mills train station picnic grove.




Food Trucks, BeerWine, Hard Cider, Hard Seltzer, Live Music, Family Friend




Celebrate summer—the season of vibrant hues, sunny days, and starlit evenings—here at Longwood. Realize spectacular beauty with horticultural splendor at every turn. Revel in brilliant blooms to stunning vistas from our all-new Conservatory Overlook. Refresh your senses with the thrill of dancing fountains. Recharge with quality time spent with friends and family. Revisit nature. Remember the wow.



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.




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.

DescriptionWassailing Caroling HayridesDescription: Wassailing Caroling Hayride


You may also enjoy: 



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.


Fun Things To Do In Chester County This Weekend For Families And Kids September 13th, 14th, and 15th

A list of the best things to do in Chester County 

this  weekend

September 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! 


Our fall harvest celebration weekends kick off on September 14, weather permitting. 
 Activities include Apple and Pumpkin picking, Corn maze, Apple cannons, Face Painting, Axe Throwing, Trackless Train Rides, and Hayrides.
The farm market will be well stocked with mums, pumpkins of all sizes and colors, and oodles of fall and Halloween decorating items.



The Chester County Restaurant and Food Truck Festival is back for its 43rd year! This foodie event is full of entertainment, information booths, local artisans, and tons of delicious food from Chester County and beyond. Local & regional food vendors and restaurants take over Downtown West Chester serving up some of their delicious, gourmet, ethnic, and unique restaurant favorites. The Beer and Wine Garden is a great place to stop and enjoy your food with a beverage. There are also three stage areas with bands performing throughout the day.



Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale, featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film. The timeless tale, in which young Dorothy Gale travels from Kansas over the rainbow to the magical Land of Oz, will thrill SALT audiences of all ages. A meet and greet with the characters will take place after each performance! 



Join Thomas the Tank Engine™, a full-sized operating steam locomotive, as he greets friends of all ages. Thomas and his friends return to the Strasburg Rail Road in 2024!

Thomas the Tank Engine — the famous steam locomotive from the Island of Sodor — will pull your 45-minute excursion ride (4.5 miles east and 4.5 miles returning west on the same track) through the beautiful Lancaster County countryside.



Join us for an unforgettable weekend filled with thrilling equestrian events like the Open Speed Stake, the $25,000 Devon Fall Classic, Amateur Jumpers, and Take2 Thoroughbred Jumpers. Enjoy live entertainment and delicious food and drink, explore over 45 unique vendors, and have fun on the full Midway provided by Houghton Amusements! Fun for all ages—don’t miss out!



The CFHS is excited to announce that we will be hosting a battle reenactment! Join us for a historical journey back to September 11th, 1777, when the British army engaged Washington's troops at Chadd's Ford.



The Wayne Business Association is proud to have hosted this award-winning event for generations of families. Thank you to our community for the continued support of this event. Once again we look forward to offering live performances from local music and dance companies, rides and activities for children, vendors, community organizations, food of FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!



Enjoy a magical afternoon with Belle and friends before the show! Enjoy sweet treats, juice, character meet & greet, photo ops, and a surprise gift! 



Enjoy a train ride from West Chester to Glen Mills and return on a warm summer afternoon. Pack lunch during our stop at the Glen Mills train station picnic grove.




Food Trucks, BeerWine, Hard Cider, Hard Seltzer, Live Music, Family Friend




Celebrate summer—the season of vibrant hues, sunny days, and starlit evenings—here at Longwood. Realize spectacular beauty with horticultural splendor at every turn. Revel in brilliant blooms to stunning vistas from our all-new Conservatory Overlook. Refresh your senses with the thrill of dancing fountains. Recharge with quality time spent with friends and family. Revisit nature. Remember the wow.



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.




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.

DescriptionWassailing Caroling HayridesDescription: Wassailing Caroling Hayride


You may also enjoy: 



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.


Fun Things To Do In Chester County This Weekend For Families And Kids September 6th, 7th, & 8th

A list of the best things to do in Chester County 

this  weekend

September 6th, 7th, & 8th


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! 



This popular family-fun event will include all your favorites--from the delicious famous breaded mushrooms to the unique and interesting mushroom growers tent, to savory mushroom soup, the fastest 8 minutes around--The Fried Mushroom Eating Contest--cooking demos, our new 'Chopped'-themed cooking contest, vendors, music, kids rides, and more.



Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale, featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film. The timeless tale, in which young Dorothy Gale travels from Kansas over the rainbow to the magical Land of Oz, will thrill SALT audiences of all ages. A meet and greet with the characters will take place after each performance! 



Please join the East Fallowfield Parks and Recreation for our first ever Touch-A-Truck event on Saturday, September 7, 2024  from 10:00AM - 12:00 noon at the East Fallowfield Community Park, 900 Buck Run Road.  There will be all kinds of cool trucks and vehicles there!



Join us for a day of Family fun including gams, petting zoo, pony rides, DJ Dance party, Bounce Houses and much more!



Bingo is Back! Lauren & Autumn are back (this time in person) to the bingo board armed with some dad jokes and professional bingo calling like old times.



Join us downtown for one of Oxford’s most anticipated annual events! With more than 230 registered vehicles, a variety of food trucks, vendors, downtown merchant activities and live music by Charley Horse, there will be something for everyone. It will be a fun-filled evening for the entire family.



Wizards under the stars! Join us for a movie night in the park. Pre-movie activities include 22 BBQ, The Station Ice Cream Shoppe, a moon bounce, face painting, and a wizard wear costume contest! Don't forget your chairs, blankets and bug spray! 



Enjoy a train ride from West Chester to Glen Mills and return on a warm summer afternoon. Pack lunch during our stop at the Glen Mills train station picnic grove.




Food Trucks, BeerWine, Hard Cider, Hard Seltzer, Live Music, Family Friend




Celebrate summer—the season of vibrant hues, sunny days, and starlit evenings—here at Longwood. Realize spectacular beauty with horticultural splendor at every turn. Revel in brilliant blooms to stunning vistas from our all-new Conservatory Overlook. Refresh your senses with the thrill of dancing fountains. Recharge with quality time spent with friends and family. Revisit nature. Remember the wow.



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.




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.

DescriptionWassailing Caroling HayridesDescription: Wassailing Caroling Hayride


You may also enjoy: 



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.