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Upcoming public events and activities near Malvern with affirmative family or child relevance.
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Oxford Main Street · 30.3 miles from Malvern · Free
Cost: $100. Free admission. Join Oxford Main Street for their 12th Annual Motorcycle, Truck and Car Show. See a number of beautiful antique automobiles on display at the free event, that's fun for the whole family! If you love antique car shows, Chester County's Brandywine Valley is a motor head's dream.
Organizer: Oxford Main Street, Inc. · Confirm details with the official source
Borough of Phoenixville · 13.0 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Walk up the hill that has been the home to many businesses even before the Civil War. There will be a little scavenger hunt for you to explore along the way
Organizer: Brandywine Valley Events · Confirm details with the official source
Ludwig's Corner Horse Show · 14.0 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Ludwig’s Corner Horse Show is one of the longest running shows in the area. It is a Chester County tradition for people to attend and compete in this show annually. Some riders have competed at every LCHS for the last 50+ years! Fun for the whole family! There’s so much to do at Ludwig’s Corner Horse Show and Country Fair . More fun for all the kids in our…
Organizer: Ludwig's Corner Horse Show · Confirm details with the official source
Fairgrounds · 6.7 miles from Malvern · $20
Get ready, Oaks! Paranormal Cirque: Specter is going to transport you into the shadowy, sinister and sensual spirit world where the line between the living and the dead is razor thin. Prepare for a unique creation that blends theatre, circus, and cabaret with a haunting European flair—a show designed exclusively for a MATURE audience. Dare to surrender to…
Organizer: Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks · Confirm details with the official source
389 Lancaster Avenue · 11.0 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Year-round indoor market with produce, meats, seafood, baked goods, prepared foods, and specialty vendors.
Organizer: Lancaster County Farmers Market · Confirm details with the official source
Center Core, Lower Level · 25.0 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Move your body and see the different ways you can make our GIANT slinkies dance around.
Organizer: Please Touch Museum · Confirm details with the official source
1362 Naamans Creek Road · 13.7 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Year-round indoor market with Amish and area merchants selling produce, baked goods, meats, prepared food, and specialty items.
Organizer: Booths Corner Farmers Market · Confirm details with the official source
AV Room - Video Workstation, Kennett Library · 14.0 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Got old home movies gathering dust? This session is designed for NEW patrons who have NOT received any prior training and includes a 15-minute orientation with staff before using the equipment. Bring your cherished VHS and VHS-C tapes to the Kennett Library AV Studio and bring your memories back to life with our Rewind & Digitize resource. After the brief…
Organizer: Kennett Library · Confirm details with the official source
Hankin Branch Story Corner, Henrietta Hankin Branch Library · 14.0 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Play is one of the most powerful ways that children learn. Stop by the Story Corner on Fridays for unguided open play. This space is for children ages 6 and under and their caregivers to have fun, build, imagine, and socialize! Open Play is held every Friday in the Story Corner from 9:30 am - 3 pm. This program supports PA Forward Basic Literacy.
Organizer: Henrietta Hankin Branch Library · Confirm details with the official source
AV Room - Image Workstation, Kennett Library · 14.0 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Got boxes of old photos, slides, or negatives? Let’s bring them into the digital age. This session is designed for NEW patrons who have NOT received any prior training and includes a 15-minute orientation with staff before using the equipment. Our new Epson scanners make it simple to convert your treasured memories into high quality digital files. The…
Organizer: Kennett Library · Confirm details with the official source
Creative Arts Studio, Lower Level · 25.0 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Drop in and experiment with materials and process while creating a work of art!
Organizer: Please Touch Museum · Confirm details with the official source
Independence Blue Cross Carousel House, Main Level · 25.0 miles from Malvern · Free
Take a spin on our glimmering carousel — a piece of history built over 100 years ago! Ride the intricately carved horses, rabbits, cats, pigs and goats or our stationary chariots. The carousel is wheelchair accessible, so everyone can enjoy. Full-day carousel passes are $5 for non-members; members ride free.
Organizer: Please Touch Museum · Confirm details with the official source
Longwood Gardens · 14.7 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Celebrate summer—the season of vibrant hues, sunny days, and starlit evenings—here at Longwood.
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Children's Area, Kennett Library · 14.0 miles from Malvern · Free
The Chester County Imagination Library Children's Book Club & Storytime returns! The Book Club & Storytime is perfect for ages 2 - 4 and is free to attend. Introduce your child to a lifelong love of reading! We meet the first three Fridays from 10 am - 10:30 am. Please note: Children under eleven must be under the direct supervision of a responsible…
Organizer: Kennett Library · Confirm details with the official source
Albert M. Greenfield Makerspace, Lower Level · 25.0 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Experiment with building, different materials, and new techniques as you create during our open-ended free play time in the Makerspace Studio.
Organizer: Please Touch Museum · Confirm details with the official source
Paoli Library Meeting Room, Paoli Library · 5.0 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Indoors at Paoli Library Introduce your little one to the magic of books, songs, and play at My First Storytime! This gentle program is designed especially for infants and babies. We’ll share simple stories, rhymes, music, and movement activities that support early language development while giving babies and caregivers a chance to bond. It’s the perfect…
Organizer: Paoli Library · Confirm details with the official source
Nature’s Pond, Main Level · 25.0 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Practice movement skills in this fun toddler obstacle course
Organizer: Please Touch Museum · Confirm details with the official source
Easttown Library, Easttown Library · 14.0 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Age: For ages 3-6 Location: Children's Department, Storytime Room Description: Children and their caregivers can build, create, and play with blocks and other building material together to work on gross motor and problem-solving skills all while encouraging creativity! Registration for this program is required. Registration for this program opens 2 weeks…
Organizer: Easttown Library · Confirm details with the official source
14.0 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
It's time for this thread bare hare to take a break from the Bunny Hop. He's been doing library story times with Miss Nancy for 20 years! We'll send him off with some of his favorite stories and welcome his new replacement too. Story time is for all ages. Stories, songs, and fun activities; with a simple craft at the end. This program will be at Pine Creek…
Organizer: Chester Springs Library · Confirm details with the official source
Tyler Hedges Room, Tredyffrin Library · 14.0 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Join Miss Jenne for fun thematic stories, creative movement, and a small craft. Perfect for young children expanding their learning and kindergarteners. Registration is required for this event. Ages 3-6 with a caregiver
Organizer: Tredyffrin Library · Confirm details with the official source
Henrietta Hankin Branch Library, Henrietta Hankin Branch Library · 14.0 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Join us every week for The Creative Escape, a laid-back, self-paced crafting experience designed for adults. Whether you're a seasoned crafter or just looking for a relaxing way to spend an hour, this program gives you the freedom to explore your creativity at your own pace. We provide a variety of craft supplies each week, but it's up to you to decide…
Organizer: Henrietta Hankin Branch Library · Confirm details with the official source
Book Nook, Lower Level · 25.0 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Join a tiny mouse friend on his journey to find his roar!
Organizer: Please Touch Museum · Confirm details with the official source
Dilworth Park · 19.2 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
A diverse lineup of 50+ local artisans will showcase handmade jewelry, clothing, home goods, skin care, pet supplies and more. Come out and support these one-of-a-kind entrepreneurs. To learn about becoming a vendor, visit madeinphila.com
Organizer: Center City District Parks · Confirm details with the official source
Book Nook, Lower Level · 25.0 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Join us for an interactive music program where we’ll play some music, learn a song, then sing and dance along!
Organizer: Please Touch Museum · Confirm details with the official source
Easttown Library, Easttown Library · 14.0 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Age: For ages 3-6 Location: Children's Department, Storytime Room Description: Join us for a fun and energetic dance class designed for little movers with Ms. Sarah from the Studio of Valley Forge! Preschool Ballet introduces children to basic ballet and creative movement through age-appropriate music and playful activities. Perfect for building…
Organizer: Easttown Library · Confirm details with the official source
Creative Arts Studio, Lower Level · 25.0 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Explore line and shape while learning about a printmaking technique.
Organizer: Please Touch Museum · Confirm details with the official source
Albert M. Greenfield Makerspace, Lower Level · 25.0 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Learn the basics of carpentry tools and use your newfound skills to design a pattern on a block of wood.
Organizer: Please Touch Museum · Confirm details with the official source
Hessinger Study Room, Downingtown Library · 14.0 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
This class is for both beginners and for those who want to learn more or get help with a project/pattern. For beginners: You will learn the various stitches and work at your own pace. I will provide you with a couple of simple patterns for you to try once you are ready. Please bring an H hook and solid color yarn size 4 (medium size - the number can be…
Organizer: Downingtown Library · Confirm details with the official source
Creative Arts Studio, Lower Level · 25.0 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Explore line and shape while learning about a printmaking technique.
Organizer: Please Touch Museum · Confirm details with the official source
Albert M. Greenfield Makerspace, Lower Level · 25.0 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Learn the basics of carpentry tools and use your newfound skills to design a pattern on a block of wood.
Organizer: Please Touch Museum · Confirm details with the official source
Children's Makerspace - Workstation 1, Kennett Library · 14.0 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Our team is pleased to offer Open Hours this fall in the Children’s Makerspace. Check out our Construction Corner, Robot Arena, Cinema Center, and Ideation Station—no registration needed. We also offer Workshop Wednesdays on the first and third Wednesdays of the month. Each month, we offer one program (run twice) for children and their grown-ups to…
Organizer: Kennett Library · Confirm details with the official source
Book Nook, Lower Level · 25.0 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Join a tiny mouse friend on his journey to find his roar!
Organizer: Please Touch Museum · Confirm details with the official source
Creative Arts Studio, Lower Level · 25.0 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Explore line and shape while learning about a printmaking technique.
Organizer: Please Touch Museum · Confirm details with the official source
Albert M. Greenfield Makerspace, Lower Level · 25.0 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Learn the basics of carpentry tools and use your newfound skills to design a pattern on a block of wood.
Organizer: Please Touch Museum · Confirm details with the official source
Creative Arts Studio, Lower Level · 25.0 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Explore line and shape while learning about a printmaking technique.
Organizer: Please Touch Museum · Confirm details with the official source
Albert M. Greenfield Makerspace, Lower Level · 25.0 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Learn the basics of carpentry tools and use your newfound skills to design a pattern on a block of wood.
Organizer: Please Touch Museum · Confirm details with the official source
Easttown Library, Easttown Library · 14.0 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Age: For ages 12-18 Location: Children's Department, Storytime Room Description: Challenge friends in chess, Switch games, or choose from our assortment of board games! No registration required.
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Center Core, Lower Level · 25.0 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Follow the beat and stomp your feet as we end our day in a playful parade from Food & Family up to Hamilton Hall!
Organizer: Please Touch Museum · Confirm details with the official source
Longwood Gardens · 14.7 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Free with Gardens admission. Sit with family and friends under the stars and enjoy live music in our Beer Garden.
Organizer: Longwood Gardens · Confirm details with the official source
ChesLen Preserve · 14.0 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
This event is sold out. Please join us at a future event. Join us for an engaging and educational walk around the preserve, where you’ll learn to identify native trees and other plants, and discover their edible and medicinal uses. Throughout the walk, we’ll focus on the ethics, ecology, and conservation of these valuable natural resources, helping you…
Organizer: Natural Lands / Stoneleigh · Confirm details with the official source
175 West Valley Forge Road · 8.6 miles from Malvern · Free
Collie Buddz – Concerts Under the Stars With DJ Proud Friday, September 4, 2026 Doors: 6:00 PM | Show: 7:00 PM Tickets >> *” target=”_blank” title=”https://concertsunderthestarskop.com/ *”>https://concertsunderthestarskop.com/ * Food Trucks to enjoy along with panoramic views of the stage and surrounding park Beer Garden with local craft brews & cocktails…
Organizer: King of Prussia Community Events · Confirm details with the official source
Weaver's Orchard · 23.7 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Official public farm event at Weaver's Orchard. See the official listing for activities, admission, and registration details. Advance tickets may be required.
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VFW Post 845 · 14.0 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
DJ on VFW Post 845's Post calendar. The Post's official upcoming-events page states: The public is invited. Non-members are subject to a cover charge.
Organizer: VFW Post 845 · Confirm details with the official source
Longwood Gardens · 14.7 miles from Malvern · Free
Free with Gardens Admission. Space is limited. Join a tour guide and discover more about Longwood during our free, 30-minute Spotlight Tours.
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LoCali Wine Lounge · 7.2 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Organizer: LoCali Wine Lounge · Confirm details with the official source
Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site · 14.0 miles from Malvern · Free
Free admission. See rangers build a mold and cast in aluminum in this hour-long demonstration. Learn more about the process to build a mold and the people who would have done this process at Hopewell Furnace 200 years ago.
Organizer: Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site · Confirm details with the official source
HALL B · 6.7 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
This year’s expos will feature vendors from across the country selling quality live reptiles, amphibians, arachnids, food items, supplies, books, cages, and related accessories at discounted prices. The luxurious state of the art venues have ample room to view vendor displays, are climatically controlled, and have plenty of on-site free parking. It has…
Organizer: Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks · Confirm details with the official source
American Helicopter Museum & Education Center · 4.8 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Does "X" ever actually mark the spot? Do archaeologists excavate lost cities? Are real-life archaeologists like Indiana Jones? Separate fact from fiction in this workshop where we dig into the field of archaeology! From ancient Egypt to colonial America, archaeology is the method by which we bring the past to life. Combining field work, lab work, research,…
Organizer: American Helicopter Museum & Education Center · Confirm details with the official source
Exton County Park · 10.0 miles from Malvern · Free
Free admission. Solar Viewing with Astronomical Society Please join us on the Chester Valley Trail for a solar viewing event put on cooperatively with the Chester County Astronomical Society! Meet at: Exton Park, (Trailhead of CVT) 132 Church Farm Ln, Exton, PA We see the sun every day, weather permitting, and most of us give it very little thought. It…
Organizer: Brandywine Valley Events · Confirm details with the official source
389 Lancaster Avenue · 11.0 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Year-round indoor market with produce, meats, seafood, baked goods, prepared foods, and specialty vendors.
Organizer: Lancaster County Farmers Market · Confirm details with the official source
Center Core, Lower Level · 25.0 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Move your body and see the different ways you can make our GIANT slinkies dance around.
Organizer: Please Touch Museum · Confirm details with the official source
1362 Naamans Creek Road · 13.7 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Year-round indoor market with Amish and area merchants selling produce, baked goods, meats, prepared food, and specialty items.
Organizer: Booths Corner Farmers Market · Confirm details with the official source
14.0 miles from Malvern · $5
Back to Earth Compost Crew hosts a Compost Collection Site at the Easttown Library parking lot on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month, from 9 am to 11 am. Bring your five-gallon bucket of food scraps for just $5. Use your own bucket or purchase one from Back to Earth for $10. Check out this website for a list of acceptable food scraps:…
Organizer: Easttown Library · Confirm details with the official source
Downingtown PA 19335 · 14.0 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
https://www.downingtown.org/calendar.aspx?EID=1443
Organizer: Downingtown Borough Community Events · Confirm details with the official source
Kerr Park · 10.4 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Weekly, year-round Growing Roots farmers market with local farmers and food producers.
Organizer: Growing Roots — Downingtown Farmers Market · Confirm details with the official source
The Home Depot — E Whiteland/Frazer #4119 · 3.3 miles from Malvern · Free
This month's project is a School Bus Organizer. Free event: an in-store Kids Workshop for children and their grown-ups. Build a different hands-on craft each month; Home Depot provides the materials while supplies last. Registration is recommended. The program is designed primarily for children ages 5–12.
Organizer: The Home Depot — E Whiteland/Frazer · Confirm details with the official source
Burke Park - Burke Park 16 South Warren Avenue Malvern PA 19355 · 0.2 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
It’s PEPPER PALOOZA!! Good Girls on the Go are back with their breakfast sammies made from 100% local ingredients with fresh pepper jam! Plus we’ve got hot and fresh empanadas from Buenos Aires Empanada Bar, refreshing made-to-order açai bowls from Simply Açai, and delicious coffee and seasonal drinks from Mayday Coffee. Join us for Movement at the Market:…
Organizer: Malvern Borough · Confirm details with the official source
Children's Makerspace - Workstation 1, Kennett Library · 14.0 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Our team is pleased to offer Open Hours this fall in the Children’s Makerspace. Check out our Construction Corner, Robot Arena, Cinema Center, and Ideation Station—no registration needed. We also offer Workshop Wednesdays on the first and third Wednesdays of the month. Each month, we offer one program (run twice) for children and their grown-ups to…
Organizer: Kennett Library · Confirm details with the official source
Stroud Preserve · 9.2 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Love nature and want to lend her a helping hand? Grab gloves and join fellow volunteers in removing invasives, nurturing native plants, or restoring habitat. Projects vary, but good fun (and dirt) is guaranteed! Natural Lands cares for more than 23,000 acres and 120 miles of trails, and we couldn’t do it without volunteers like you. Volunteering with…
Organizer: Natural Lands / Stoneleigh · Confirm details with the official source
Church & Chestnut Streets · 7.3 miles from Malvern · Check official source for cost
Producer-only, family-friendly market for locally grown and produced food.
Organizer: West Chester Growers Market · Confirm details with the official source