This 10-day celebration features wow-worthy ice sculptures, food from downtown restaurants and food trucks. Special events include kids activities in Winter FUNderland, Art in the Park, a chili cook-off, the Makers Market and entertainment. Check website for times and details, LititzPA.com/Event/Fire-Ice-Festival.
Immaculata Symphony partners with the Chester County Youth Orchestra to perform exciting music written to accompany our favorite heroes and villains. Children are invited to meet the musicians and to see and hear the instruments up close. Immaculata Univ., Alumnae Hall, 1145 W. King Rd., Immaculata. 3 pm. $10. Facebook.com/ImmaculataSymphony.
This show features exhibits of mineral, lapidary and fossil specimens, fine dealers of minerals, fossils, gems, jewelry and lapidary supplies, demonstrations and a children’s table. DoubleTree by Hilton, 4727 Concord Pk., Wilmington. Sat, 10 to 5; Sun, 11 to 5. $3–$6. DMSRocks.org.
This is fun for all ages and skill levels. Build STEM-based historic and naval ship models or design your own creation for the annual contest. The event culminates with prizes for ships built on site and at home. Copeland Maritime Center, 1124 E. 7th St., Wilmington. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For details visit, KalmarNyckel.org/LegoDay.
Young children and their grown-ups hear a story, interact with art in the Museum and make their own creative works in this popular program. 1 Hoffman’s Mill Rd., Chadds Ford. 10:30 am. $6. Brandywine.org.
Fun for the whole family with special attractions including The Dynamo Disc Dogs, Rainforest Reptile Shows, Piggyvilla and more. The Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, 100 Station Ave., Oaks. Fri, Family Night, 3 to 8; Sat, 10 to 7; Sun, 10 to 5. $5–$13. FamilyPetShows.com.
Books come to life at the Center as Potter the Otter reads a book to inspire. The story continues with an outdoor adventure and take-home craft. 1760 Unionville- Wawaset Rd., West Chester. 10 am, $13. BrandywineRedClay.org.
Travel along with Honk as he discovers his true beauty, love and acceptance. “Honk!” is witty and heart-warming and will delight audiences of all ages. 104 E. State St., Media. Times and tickets, 610-891-0100; MediaTheatre.org.
Celebrate International Women’s Day by learning about some of the women who have traveled to space and their contributions to science. Activities are included in admission. 200 Hagley Creek Rd., Wilmington. 11 to 3. $16–$20. Hagley.org.
Children up to age 12 and their families can participate in an activity that explores a new medium or technique each month from a professional teaching artist. 2301 Kentmere Pkwy., Wilmington. 10, 11, noon. $5. DelArt.org.
A living history event that celebrates Pennsylvania’s birthday and the Battle of Brandywine. Enjoy live music, guest speakers and a display of William Penn’s charter. 1491 Baltimore Pk., Chadds Ford. Visit website for hours, BrandywineBattlefield.org.
Young children and their grown-ups hear a story, interact with art in the Museum and make their own creative works in this popular program. 1 Hoffman’s Mill Rd., Chadds Ford. 10:30 am. $6. Brandywine.org.
Say hello, sing, dance and play alongside your favorite furry friends, all while you follow Elmo’s puppy, Tango, in a fun game of hide and seek. Keswick Theatre, 291 N Keswick Ave., Glenside. Time and tickets, 215-572-7650; KeswickTheatre.com.
Journey under the sea in this production complete with real water. Based on Hans Christian Andersen’s love story and the Disney classic animated film, with music. Bring cans and pouches of tuna (mermaid-safe brands, please) for the Chester County Food Bank. SALT West Chester, 19 Hagerty Blvd., West Chester. Times and tickets, SALTPA.com.
Join the Parent & Child Cupcake Workshop that’s all about fun, creativity and sweet bonding time. You’ll create a variety of cupcakes and take home a box of your creations. 413 Maplewood Ave., Wayne. 1:30. $55. WayneArt.org.
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