An exhibit by artist Nathan Sawaya is a critically acclaimed collection of inspiring artworks made exclusively from one of the most recognizable toys in the world: the LEGO brick. Franklin Institute, 222 N. 20th St., Philadelphia. Daily 9:30 to 5. $39–$43. FI.edu.
Gather your family or closest group of friends and plan a visit to the 12 inspiring attractions across Wilmington & the Brandywine Valley. With the Passport you can explore at your own pace or spread your visits across the entire spring, summer and fall. For tickets, VisitWilmingtonDE.com/Passport.
Dinosaurs made out of natural materials are displayed on more than 15 different rail lines. The display includes triceratops, and velociraptor, as well as other Mesozoic creatures. 100 E. Northwestern Ave., Philadelphia. Mon–Fri, 10 to 5; Sat–Sun, 9 to 5. $10–$20. MorrisArboretum.org.
Grab a passport at Wellington Square Bookshop then head out to find Waldo at participating businesses. Receive a prize after five stamps on your passport. Collect stamps from all participating businesses and enter the completed passport into a Waldo goodies raffle during the Where’s Waldo party July 31. 549 Wellington Sq., Exton. WellingtonSquareBooks.com.
Tubman-Garrett Riverfront Park on the Riverfront. InWilmDE.com/Events.
Phila. Museum of Art, 2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy., Phila. July4thPhilly.com.
Start the day with the Run for Life (5K, 10K & 15K) and 5K Freedom Walk at 8 am. Then enjoy fabulous food, crafts, music, bike decorating and lots of other fun activities, all benefiting area emergency providers. Fireworks at dusk. GoodNeighborDay.com.
Community Park, between Windsor, N. Wynnewood & Haverford Aves. NarberthFireworks.org.
Wilson Farm Park, 500 Lee Rd., Wayne. Tredyffrin.org/Services/Parks-Recreation.
Decorate your bikes and floats to ride in this year’s parade. Registration and start are at Rosemont Business Campus, 919 Conestoga Rd., Bryn Mawr, at 9:30. The parade ends at Clem Macrone Park, where there will be entertainment, refreshments and games. GarrettHillPA.com.
The celebration will have a retro festival vibe beginning with the parade on High Street at 10 am followed by the Street Fest with music, restaurant fare, food trucks, beer gardens, artisans, a kids zone and vendors. The Fireworks Party will kick off at 5 pm in Memorial Park, 75 W. King St.—fireworks at 9:30. […]
Bring your lawn chairs and a picnic dinner and enjoy great music from Just For Fun DJ Joe Griffith. Fireworks show begins at dusk. Food trucks and Kona Ice will be available. 500 Lee Blvd., Wayne. 7:15 to 9:15 pm. Tredyffrin.org/Services/Parks-Recreation.
Friendship Field (Filmore St. & Franklin Ave.). Rain date, July 9. Phoenixville.Online/Phoenixville-Fireworks.
Clifton Heights Athletic Field, 212 N. Springfield Rd. Facebook.com/Groups/CHJuly4thAssoc.
Enjoy a train ride from West Chester to Glen Mills and return on a warm summer afternoon. Pack a lunch to have during our stop at the Glen Mills train station picnic grove. 230 E. Market St., West Chester. Noon. $25. WCRailroad.com.
Climb into an antique automobile or board one of the trains and experience what it was like to travel at the turn of the 20th century. Tour the 1897 mansion that was home to three generations of the Marshall family. 3000 Creek Rd., Hockessin DE. 12:30 to 4:30. $8–$15. AuburnHeights.org.
Along with the rides and midway, the weekend features live entertainment, the Ludwig’s Corner Beer Garden, wine, cocktails & mocktails from Epicurean Garage and specialty drinks from Tito’s Handmade Vodka. Proceeds from the Tito’s drinks go directly to LCHSA. 1326 Pottstown Pk., Glenmoore. Tues.–Fri., 6 to 10 p.m.; Sat., 4 to 10 p.m. Donation for […]
Go a little wild at the family-friendly event. You’ll sip, stroll and learn while enjoying beer and touring the zoo after hours. Fun animal encounters and activities for all ages. Limited number of tickets. Beer sold separately. Brandywine Park, 1001 N. Park Dr. 5 to 7. BrandywineZoo.org.
Find adventure and outdoor fun, maritime history and cultural events with annual community festivals. July 13, Captain Kidd’s Pirate Adventure Day, noon to 4 pm; Oct. 19, Halloween Ghost Ship, noon to 4 pm. Copeland Maritime Center at the Kalmar Nyckel Shipyard, 1124 E. 7th St. KalmarNyckel.org.
A great family event with lots of kids activities, including a rock wall, zip line, petting zoo, pony rides and tunes with Marchwood Music. Try your hand at archery, corn hole, disc golf and the dunk tank. Purchase food from vendors, relax in the beer and wine garden, and enjoy a live concert at 6:30 […]
Free musical performances and Disney’s Migration movie on the big screen under the summer stars. Food and refreshments available. Rain date, July 14. Odorisio Park, 205 Church St., Wayne. Free, 6 pm. Radnor.com.
Enjoy a train ride from West Chester to Glen Mills and return on a warm summer afternoon. Pack a lunch to have during our stop at the Glen Mills train station picnic grove. 230 E. Market St., West Chester. Noon. $25. WCRailroad.com.
Enjoy music from special guests The Plants, meet Mama & Papa Bear from the Berenstain Bears and listen to Radnor Police Officers read your favorite childhood stories. Rain date, July 17. Clem Macrone Park, 810 Conestoga Rd., Bryn Mawr. 6 pm. Free. Radnor.com.
The fair’s mission focuses on preserving the past, promoting the present and educating the future. You’ll find plenty of live entertainment including performances by Rick Springfield, Ludicris and John Pardi, exhibits, bumper cars, a skating rink and more. 18500 S. DuPont Hwy., Harrington, DE. DelawareStateFair.com.
This family outing is part of the 200th anniversary of Lafayette as the nation’s guest and Chester County’s 250th celebration. The historic family celebration features Revolutionary War artifacts, honored guests and a preview of a movie on the Battle of Brandywine, activities for children, food trucks and vendors. Thornbury Farm, 1256 Thornbury Rd., West Chester. […]
Enjoy a train ride from West Chester to Glen Mills and return on a warm summer afternoon. Pack a lunch to have during our stop at the Glen Mills train station picnic grove. 230 E. Market St., West Chester. Noon. $25. WCRailroad.com.
The zoo offers special evening hours with a reduced admission fee of $2. Enjoy $1 hot dogs and $1 soft drinks. Brandywine Park, 1001 N. Park Dr. 5 to 7. BrandywineZoo.org.
Enjoy a train ride from West Chester to Glen Mills and return on a warm summer afternoon. Pack a lunch to have during our stop at the Glen Mills train station picnic grove. 230 E. Market St., West Chester. Noon. $25. WCRailroad.com.
An old-fashioned fair with agricultural exhibits, entertainment, games of chance, amusement rides and delicious food. Check out the dog show on Monday, the goat show on Wednesday, and the BBQ chicken dinner on Saturday. Benefits the Volunteer Goshen Fire Co. Gates open 6 pm, Mon to Fri; Sat at 5 with reduced tickets for rides […]
The festival provides insight into the traditions of the Pennsylvania Dutch and their way of life. Children’s activities, great food and a large quilt sale and auction. Kutztown Fairgrounds, 225 N. White Oak St., Kutztown. Daily 9 to 6. KutztownFestival.com.
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