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  • Family Explorers

    Tyler Arboretum 515 Painter Road, Media, PA, United States

    FOR ALL AGES Connect your family with the outdoors on this fun, interactive nature exploration designed to spark curiosity and wonder. Using simple tools like magnifying glasses, you will uncover the Arboretum’s plants, animals, and other seasonal highlights that bring the woodland trails to life. About your guide:  Barbara Frank is a PA Master Naturalist, a Tyler-trained docent, a yoga teacher, an artist, and a true lover of nature in all of its manifestations. She leads tours for children and adults. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED The program is best suited for elementary school-aged children accompanied by an adult. Family and siblings of any age are welcome. Check in at the Visitor Center, where you’ll meet your guide. As with any walk at Tyler, sturdy shoes are suggested. PLEASE NOTE: Strollers may not be ideal on some of our trails. We recommend a carrier if you plan to bring an infant or young child. Weather or other factors may adjust the day’s topic, but nature will always shine through! In case of inclement weather, the tour will move indoors. MEMBERS:  FREE NON-MEMBERS: $18 per adult; $10 per child ages 3-17; children two and under are free and do not need to be registered. Admission is included in your price, so feel free to stay the day! GUEST PASS HOLDERS (for non-members only): FREE. Please give your guest passes to the Visitor Center Associate at check-in, or inform them that you are accompanying a Family or higher-level member as their guest. This program is free with your guest pass admission, so feel free to stay as long as you’d like after the program! LIBRARY PASS HOLDERS: FREE. Please present your Library Pass to the Visitor Center Associate at check-in for the program. This program is free with your library pass admission, so feel free to stay as long as you’d like after the program!

    $10 – $18

  • Preschool Picassos

    North Museum 400 College Avenue, Lancaster, PA, United States

    Preschool Picassos Calling all parents and caregivers with preschool-aged children who love to create art! Happening the first Saturday of every month, Preschool Picassos provides young visitors with a unique art experience when we teach children various science-based techniques with their caregivers. As children experiment and explore, they will not only learn to be a part of the conversation around Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM), but they will create some unique works of art along the way! Facilitator Marilyn Zenko has a background in STEM as an archeologist and is currently a Senior Client Development Specialist at Terracon. Enter with General Admission. $13 each. Free for Members. Kindly PRE-REGISTER so we can prepare the right materials. COME FOR PRESCHOOL PICASSOS, STAY FOR THE PLANETARIUM SHOW. 11am—One World, One Sky, Big Bird’s Adventure.

    $13

  • The Magic of Moths

    Berks Nature 575 St. Bernardine Street, Reading, PA, United States

    Butterflies get all the attention, whereas the moths of the night are just as beautiful and whimsical as their daytime cousins! In this after dark adventure, we'll setup a moth observation station to provide a rare chance to meet these nocturnal beauties up close. As the moths gather, we'll take a closer look at the different species and demonstrate how to identify and observe these delicate insects in a safe and respectful way. Throughout the night, join in discussions about light pollution and the impacts our brightly lit homes can impact moth behavior, navigation, and survival. In a world full of artificial light, take a night off to enjoy nature that comes alive in the dark. Please note, end times are approximate. Registration closes September 3rd. Free Event!

    Free

  • Free First Sunday at Brandywine

    Brandywine Museum of Art 1 Hoffman Mill Road, Glenn Mills, PA, United States

    The Museum will be open from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with free admission to the galleries, including the featured exhibition By Design: The Worlds of Betsy James Wyeth. Please note: There are no family art activities this month.

    Free

  • Meet the Authors Day

    Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd, Norristown, United States

    Step into a world of stories on September 6th from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM, where over a dozen local authors will gather at the zoo! Meet the authors, ask questions, and discover new books to treasure. We also invite our visitors to write their own story about their trip to the zoo. Click the button below to download our Junior Writer’s Worksheet template.

  • Free Admission on Labor Day

    Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd, Norristown, United States

    We are pleased to offer all guests FREE ADMISSION to the Zoo on Labor Day (Monday, September 7)! Registration is preferred. The Zoo will operate under our regular hours (10 AM – 5 PM) with early admission for Yearly Members at 9 AM*. *This is the last day for early member admission, so don’t miss out on your last chance to enjoy this member-exclusive perk this season!

    Free

  • Back to School

    Colonial Pennsylvania Farmstead 3900 North Sandy Flash Drive, Newtown Square, United States

    Before modern classrooms, computers, and backpacks, what was school like for children in 18th-century Pennsylvania? Discover how young colonial scholars learned and try your hand at writing with a real feather quill and ink and test your skills in penmanship!

  • A Day out with Thomas at Strasburg Railroad

    Strasburg Railroad 301 Gap Road, Ronks, PA, United States

    The Day Out With Thomas™: Let’s Rock, Let’s Roll! Tour is hitting the tracks and bringing the beat to heritage railways across the country — and Strasburg is on the tour list! Hop aboard a real train ride with Thomas, strike a pose at themed photo ops, and snag something special at the exclusive gift shop. Then keep the rhythm going at the Music Corner, filled with lawn games, hands-on activities, and music-inspired fun that will have the whole family dancing along. Don’t miss this high-energy, music-filled celebration with everyone’s favorite blue engine!

  • Zoo Snooze

    Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd, Norristown, United States

    Discover what happens at the zoo after the sun goes down at Elmwood Park Zoo’s “Zoo Snooze” overnight campouts! Zoo Snooze campouts are recommended for children ages 4 and up. Outside food and beverages are permitted, but coolers will be checked upon entry to the zoo. Outside alcohol is strictly prohibited, and any guests caught with alcohol will be asked to leave the event without a refund.   Campout includes: Dinner and Continental Breakfast Campfire & activities Educational show featuring animal ambassadors Giraffe feeding the next day* Zoo admission the next day   Pricing: $80 per member / $90 per non-member $12 per member under 2 / $15 per non-member ages 0 – 2   Friday, September 11 | 5:00 PM Friday, September 25 | 5:00 PM Friday, October 9 | 5:00 PM Friday, October 23 | 5:00 PM   What to Bring: –Tent with an appropriate amount of room for your party -Sleeping bags, pillows, and any other desired bedding -Toiletry items (Tooth brush, deodorant, etc.) -Change of clothes -Flashlight -Travel chargers for cellular devices -Water bottles -Bug spray -Sunscreen   Schedule: Arrival/Drop-off/Dinner Service | 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM (Main Gate) Animal Program | 6:45 PM (Zoo Bowl Theater) Games & Activities | 7:30 PM (Zoo Bowl Theater) Scavenger Hunt | 8:15 PM Fire & S’mores | 9:00 PM (Stony Creek Pavilion) Lights Out | 10:00 PM Breakfast | 8:00 AM (Calle Mae Pavilion) *Your ticket includes free Zoo admission the following enti

    $80 – $90

  • Remembrance Day Ceremony

    Brandywine Battlefield Park 1491 Baltimore Pike Rte 1, Chadds Ford, PA, United States

    We invite you to join us for the Remembrance Day Ceremony marking the 249th anniversary of the Battle of Brandywine, held on September 11 at 6 PM. Here, on the fields that witnessed the largest single day of combat in the American Revolution, the course of the Philadelphia campaign was shaped in smoke and determination. In this place where American, British, and Hessian soldiers fell, we gather in solemn reflection to honor their lives and to remember the weight of the struggle that unfolded across this landscape. Their sacrifice still echoes and we commemorate it with gratitude and reverence.

  • Bee Day at Historic Sugartown!

    Historic Sugartown - Carriage Museum 273 Boot Road, Malvern, PA, United States

    🍯Celebrate the Bees at Historic Sugartown during National Honey Month! 🐝 Join Historic Sugartown and the Chester County Beekeepers Association for a fun and educational day to celebrate our vital pollinators! This family-friendly event, held at the Carriage Museum and the lawn at Historic Sugartown, will be buzzing with excitement! $5.00

    $5

  • Art in the Park

    Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd, Norristown, United States

    Expressive Path’s Annual Art in the Park, Arts & Music Festival will be on September 12, 2026 inside the zoo! Guests can enjoy live music, vendors, food, animal greets, student performances and art for the community. Zoo Brew Beer Garden will be open for guests 21+. This event is free to attend with zoo admission. Norristown residents (19401) can attend Art in the Park from 10 AM-4 PM for free – registration is required. This event benefits a local organization, Expressive Path. “Expressive Path’s primary goal is helping adolescents who may otherwise not have the opportunity to participate in the arts. They promote diversity, cultural interests, education, and community enrichment.

  • Demo Day & Colonial Tea Tasting

    The Mill at Anselma Preservation and Educational Trust, Inc 1730 Conestoga Road, Chester Springs, PA, United States

    Discover the role tea played in colonial America during this special themed Demo Day. Learn about tea’s political and cultural significance leading up to the American Revolution while enjoying a historic tea-tasting experience. Mill demonstrations and bread baking will take place throughout the day. Admission: Regular site admission applies Donations: Welcome and appreciated

  • Secrets of the Pond

    Tyler Arboretum 515 Painter Road, Media, PA, United States

    FOR ALL AGES Life at the pond is always changing. From the deck of Tyler’s pond, spot frogs, turtles, and tadpoles drifting among the vegetation. Watch water striders skate across the surface and dragonflies zoom through the air. Use a magnifying glass to explore water samples and discover tiny creatures hiding in the pond. If conditions are favorable, observe some water samples under a microscope for an even closer look! About your guide: Sue Fredrick is a long-time Tyler volunteer and naturalist. She is an experienced Tyler docent and a certified PA Master Naturalist. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED  What to expect: This program is best suited for elementary school-aged children. Family and siblings of any age are welcome. Meet your guide at the Visitor Center, then take a leisurely 10-minute walk on paved surfaces to the pond. Several stone steps lead from the paved path to the pond deck. Restrooms are located near the pond. Examine water samples with a magnifying glass. Learn about the plants and animals that live in and around the pond. What to wear and carry: Dress in layers for the weather. Shoes with good tread, suitable for uneven or wet surfaces Water bottle (optional) Pricing: MEMBERS: FREE (Remember to sign into your member account before continuing for your discounts!) Children ages two and under do not need to register. NON-MEMBERS: $18 per adult (18-64), $15 per senior (ages 65+), $10 per child ages 3-17; children ages two and under are free and do not need to register. The non-member fee includes admission, so please feel free to stay for the day! GUEST PASS HOLDERS: (for non-members only): FREE. Please give your guest passes to the Visitor Center Associate at check-in, or inform them that you are accompanying a Family or higher-level member as their guest. This program is free with your guest pass admission, so feel free to stay as long as you’d like after the program!  Please submit a guest pass for each guest. LIBRARY PASS HOLDERS: FREE. Please present your Library Pass to the Visitor Center Associate at check-in for the program. This program is free with your library pass admission, so feel free to stay as long as you’d like after the program! A registered adult must accompany any child ages 17 and under.

    $10 – $18

  • Nature Discovery Day – Magnificent Migrations

    Peace Valley Nature Center 170 N Chapman Road, Doylestwn, PA, United States

    Drop in and discover a variety of nature-themed activities the entire family will enjoy. Discovery Day is a family-friendly, free event where young explorers, ages 3 – 12, learn about magnificent migrations though self-guided activities and explorations. Children and guardians are invited go on a self-guided nature scavenger hunt using our monthly-themed check list or simply enjoy the trails. Indoor activities include stations that help you discover the wonders of animal migrations. Donations kindly accepted. No registration is required.

    Free

  • Nature Discovery Day – Magnificent Migrations

    Peace Valley Nature Center 170 N Chapman Road, Doylestwn, PA, United States

    Drop in and discover a variety of nature-themed activities the entire family will enjoy. Discovery Day is a family-friendly, free event where young explorers, ages 3 – 12, learn about magnificent migrations though self-guided activities and explorations. Children and guardians are invited go on a self-guided nature scavenger hunt using our monthly-themed check list or simply enjoy the trails. Indoor activities include stations that help you discover the wonders of animal migrations. Donations kindly accepted. No registration is required.

    Free

  • Unplugged Family Day: Cut-and-Collage Landscapes

    Michener Art Museum 138 South Pine Street, Doylestown, PA, United States

    Sunday, September 13 Free with pre-registration First Session: 1–2 p.m. Second Session: 2–3 p.m. There are two sessions available for this event. Please select the correct session you wish to attend when registering for this event. For this month’s Unplugged Family Day, families will make fun collage landscapes inspired by the new exhibition Abstractions of Nature: Quarries and Industry in Pennsylvania Impressionism! Please note: This is not a drop-off program. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.

    Free

  • Ice Cream Social

    Kutztown Area Historical Society 212 S. Whiteoak St., Kutztown, United States

    Join us for a day of music and ice cream at our annual event to thank the community for their support. Music provided by Les Meck and Friends. FREE Ice cream provided by BAD Farms. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy the society grounds, the music, and your ice cream. The museum will also be open, and the trains will be running.

  • Drive-In Zoovies: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial

    Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd, Norristown, United States

    “E.T. phone home.” We’re hosting a series of special drive-in movie screenings in the Zoo’s parking lot! Our September Drive-In Zoovie is E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial. See below for tickets and details. Zoovies | E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982) | 1hr 55m | Rated PG September 18 | 7:00 PM – Parking Lot Opens | 8:00 PM – Film Begins Tickets and Info* Adult Guest | $15 per adult Child Guest | $12 per child * Guests must indicate how many cars they are bringing when purchasing tickets. Tickets are required for each guest (adult and child) attending. The parking lot will be open at 7 PM, and the film will begin at 8 PM. Our drive-in screenings are held in the former softball field section of the Zoo’s parking lot. Concessions will be available for purchase during the film. In the event of inclement weather, all ticket holders will be notified if a screening is canceled or rescheduled 2 weeks prior to the event. The radio station frequency broadcasting the film’s audio to cars will be provided to ticket holders in advance of the event.  

    $12 – $15

  • Bats Campfire 2026

    Churchville Nature Center 501 Churchville Lane, Churchville, PA, United States

    Join us on Friday, September 18th from 7:30 - 9:30 pm for our Bats Campfire led by educator Chris Egnoto! Look to the skies as bats flutter about finding food in preparation for hibernation. While they enjoy munching on insects, you can enjoy a toasted marshmallow around our campfire. This program is $3 for CNC members and $5 for non-members. Registration is required!

    $3 – $5