FUN THINGS TO DO THIS WEEKEND 9/24- 9/25
New Jersey
Saturday 9:00 AM
Museum Day Live!
The New Jersey State Museum is proud to participate in Smithsonian’s Museum Day Live! Enjoy a FREE Planetarium show, get hands-on with a family-friendly pot making workshop; be entertained...
Cost: FREE, with admission
New Jersey State Museum
205 West State Street
Trenton, NJ 08625
Saturday and Sunday 9:00 AM
Discovery Den
A new play area for exploring natural history, especially for visitors ages 0-8 years and their caregivers. Investigate fossils, go camping, create a puppet show about New Jersey wildlife...
Cost: FREE with admission
New Jersey State Museum
205 W. State St.
Trenton, NJ 08625
Saturday 10:00 AM
4th Annual Civil War Encampment
Ticket Pricing: $7 adults $5/seniors and children under 12
The 6th NY Artillery Reg. will demonstrate the use of cannons during battles. The 23rd NJ Vol. Infantry and the 6th NH Volunteers will drill, shoot, and show camp life between battles. Visit with President and Mrs. Lincoln to hear about family life during the war. Learn about basket weaving, medical & dental instruments used at the time, and era artifacts and items from Andersonville Prison. Victorian Era games for the kids.
Historic West Hill Manor
1114 Oxmead Road
Burlington Twp., NJ 08016
609-386-4352
Saturday 10:00 AM
Woodstown Fall Festival
Ticket Pricing: Free admission
Celebrate in downtown historic Woodstown for the annual Fall Festival with activities for the whole family: Scarecrow Displays and Contest; Fall decor and crafts; a taste of local wine; beer tasting; live music; Kids Zone; food; and Run for Education, a 5K Run/Walk. Discover the possibilities in the heart of Salem County.
Downtown Woodstown
Route 45 & Main Street
Woodstown, NJ 08098
(609)420-7177
Saturday 10:00 AM
The Friends of Waterford Township Public Library's Book, Bake, and Plant Sale
Support the Friends of Waterford Township Public Library and come by and check out the great deals on books, baked goods, craft items, and mums!
Waterford Township Public Library
2204 Atco Avenue
Atco, NJ 08004
in front of the library Phone
(856)767-7727
Saturday 10:00 AM
Merchantville Market Off Centre
Ticket Pricing: Free Attendance
Featuring jersey fresh produce, handmade/homemade food and crafts, family activities, demonstrations, and live music.
Market Off Centre
Centre Street & Chestnut Avenue
Merchantville, New Jersey 08109
Along the bike path in front of train station.
Saturday 10:00 AM
Evesham Harvest Fest
Ticket Pricing: Free
The Evesham Celebrations Foundation presents the 2016 Evesham Harvest Fest. Returning for its 30th year, the event includes over 80 crafters, 25 food vendors, 30 local non-profits, live music and a free kids corner, set on the beautiful tree-lined Main Street.
Downtown Marlton
Main Street between N. Locust and Cooper
Marlton, NJ 08053
Between Maple Ave. and Plymouth Drive
(856)983-8529
Saturday 10:00 AM
Delaware Valley United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation Energy for Life Walkathon
Ticket Pricing: Free
The Delaware Valley Energy for Life Walk is a 1 mile family-friendly walk to raise awareness and funding in support of the United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation.Mitochondrial disease is progressive, degenerative and there is no cure. All proceeds from this event will be donated to fund research.
Challenge Grove Park
Bortons Mill Road
Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
Challenge Grove Park Pavilion and Walk Path
(412)793-8077
Saturday 10:00 AM
5th Annual Touch A Truck
Ticket Pricing: kids FREE Adults $5
Touch A Truck is pulling into the Moorestown Mall parking lot! Touch A Truck gives kids the chance to see, touch and explore their favorite trucks in a fun, family atmosphere. Trucks to explore: Fire Truck, School Bus, Fire Safety House, Tractor Trailers, Kids Fun Zone Center and Mobile Library. Fun for the whole family: Face painting * Games * Moon Bounce and more!
Moorestown Mall
400 Route 38
Moorestown, NJ 08057
Moorestown Mall parking lot by Boscov's & Rt. 38
(609)267-5928
Saturday 10:00 AM
Tot Paint N Story
Enjoy storytime, then make a themed masterpiece with paint.
Cost: $12
Paint-a-Treasure
614 Station Ave.
Haddon Heights, NJ
Saturday 10:00 AM
Italian Festival
Festivities include an Italian Market offering a variety of wares and food, live music, kids' activities, bocce ball and more.
Cost: FREE
The Village Greene at Historic Smithville
615 East Moss Mill Rd.
Smithville, NJ 08205
609-748-8999
Saturday 10:00 AM
5th Annual Touch A Truck
Touch A Truck gives kids the chance to see, touch and explore their favorite trucks in a family atmosphere.
Cost: FREE, kids; $5, adults
Moorestown Mall
400 Route 38
Moorestown, NJ 08057
609-267-5928
Saturday 10:00 AM
Woodstown Fall Festival
Activities include Scarecrow Displays and Contest Fall décor and crafts A taste of local wine Beer tasting Live Music KIDS zone Food Run for Education, a 5K Run/Walk
Cost: FREE
Downtown Woodstown
intersection of Main St. and West Ave.
Woodstown, NJ 08098
609-420-7177
Saturday and Sunday 10:00 AM
Fall Family Fun Festivals
Admission fee includes corn maze, hay bale maze, wagon rides, pedal tractors, barnyard of animals, music, play tractors, and painting pumpkins. (Additional activities available for additional cost)...
Cost: $8
Terhune Orchards
330 Cold Soil Road
Princeton, NJ 08540
609-924-2310
Saturday 11:00 AM
Monroe Township Library Book Sale
The Friends of the Monroe Library is sponsoring a book sale. There are thousands of books: fiction, non-fiction, cookbooks, books for children and teens, health and diet, self help, home improvement, etc. Books are sorted and labeled by genre and author for easy shopping. Special teachers' discount night, September 21, 4-7 with school ID.
Free Public Library of Monroe Township
713 Marsha Avenue
Williamstown, NJ 08094
Room C
(856)629-3132
Saturday 11:00 AM
Voorhees Animal Orphanage Woofstock Festival
Voorhees Animal Orphanage presents their 20th annual Woofstock Festival. Fun activities for the whole family. Pet friendly.
John Connolly Park
Centennial Blvd
Voorhees , NJ 08043
(856)627-9111
Saturday 11:15 AM
Make and Take Grandma's Attic
Ticket Pricing: Free
For ages 3-6 and a caregiver. Select a craft to make from a number of samples. Open to Heggan Library cardholders only. Advance online registration required.
Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
606 Delsea Drive
Washington Township, NJ 08080
856-589-3334
Saturday 12:00 PM
Howling Woods Farm: Meet the Wolf Dogs
Ticket Pricing: Free
All ages. Come learn about wolf conservation and natural history with some special wolf dog visitors.
Mount Laurel Library
100 Walt Whitman Ave.
Mount Laurel, NJ 08054
(856)234-7319
Saturday 12:00 PM
Mercer County Italian American Festival
Ticket Pricing: General admission $5.00/Seniors $4.00/Military free if in uniform or provide valid identification
Largest Italian American Festival in New Jersey. Enjoy Italian specialties from many of the area's best Italian restaurants and vendors plus stop by our wine and beer gardens for a refreshing beverage. Peruse over 60 offerings in our Italian Market and purchase Italian and Italian-American handcrafted products from numerous vendors.
Mercer County Park
1638 Old Trenton Rd
West Windsor, NJ
(609)631-7544
Saturday 12:00 PM
Howling Woods Farm: Meet the Wolf Dogs
Ticket Pricing: Free
All ages. Come learn about wolf conservation and natural history with some special wolf dog visitors
Mount Laurel Library
100 Walt Whitman Ave.
Mount Laurel, NJ 08054
(856)234-7319
Saturday 2:00 PM
Sensory-friendly Movie: Zootopia
Slightly dimmed lights and sound adjusted for comfort make this movie experience enjoyable for every child. Tactile toys, fidgets and noise canceling headphones will be available for use.
Cost: FREE
Cherry Hill Library
1100 Kings Hwy N
Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
Saturday 5:00 PM
An Evening With Bollywood: A Night of Indian Culture
Highlights of this event include the “Experience Bollywood” bazaar from 5-7pm, offering Indian Henna Tattoos, Bollywood Makeovers, and family-friendly arts and crafts. From 7-8:30pm,...
Cost: FREE
Princeton Shopping Center
301 N. Harrison St
Princeton, NJ 08540
609-924-8777
Saturday 3:00 PM
St. Simon Stock Parish 2016 Harvest Fest
Ticket Pricing: Free Admission
St. Simon Stock Parish will hold its 2016 Harvest Fest. This is a family-friendly event which features great food, good music, a gift-basket auction, as well as face painting, a moon bounce, basketball shoot out, dunk tank, and free crafts for the kids. There will be a beer garden and wine bar for the adults (ID required).
St. Simon Stock Parish
178 West White Horse Pike
Berlin, New Jersey 08009
856-767-2563
Saturday 5:30 PM
Oasis Island of Terror
Prepare to be spooked.
Cost: $25
Oasis Family Farm
3 Circle Dr
Robbinsville, NJ 08691
Saturday 6:00 PM
Artwalk On Main
Ticket Pricing: free admission
Downtown Medford galleries will showcase a mix of art work on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays.
Medford Arts Center
18 N Main St
Medford, NJ 08055
Hansen Warner Building
Medford Art Center and Medford Memorial Community Center
609-654-6033
Saturday 6:00 PM
Fright Fest Zombie Auditions
Auditions take place at the Employment Center, which can be accessed via Route 537 East. No props, costumes or previous experience is needed. Come prepared to participate in group exercises in...
Cost: FREE
Six Flags Great Adventure
1 Six Flags Blvd.
Jackson, NJ 08527
Sunday 10:30 AM
Monster Truck Day
There will be Monster truck themed activities Wagon ride around the farm Free game activities for the kids
Cost: $10
Oasis Family Farm
3 Circle Dr
Robbinsville, NJ 08691
Sunday 11:00 AM
13th Annual Gloucester County Italian Festival
All day family fun fashioned after an Italian street fair, featuring performances, Italian folk dancing, lots of kids' activities, food and craft vendors, artisans and more!
Cost: FREE
Riverwinds Community Center
1000 Riverwinds Dr
West Deptford, NJ 08086
Pennsylvania
Saturday 9:00 AM
One Day Paddles & Battles
Two adventures in one day! Start off with a rafting trip down the Lehigh River and then play Castle to Castle paintball! Schedule
Cost: $66.99
Skirmish USA
211 N Meckesville Road
Albrightsville, PA 18210
180-075-47647
Saturday 9:00 AM
Big Day Out
Guides take participants on a 25-mile bike ride on the Lehigh Gorge Rail-Trail, followed by a hike and a rafting trip down the Lehigh River. This expedition offers...
Cost: $109.99
Pocono Whitewater
1519 State Route 903
Jim Thorpe, PA 18229
180-094-48392
Saturday and Sunday 9:30 AM
Headed to the White House
Experience the only exhibit designed to engage visitors of all ages with the excitement of the election season. Join the race, earn the nomination and win the election, as artifacts, interactive...
Cost: $3, in addition to admission.
National Constitution Center
525 Arch St.
Phila., PA 19106
Saturday 10:00 AM
Community Day
A fun-filled, interactive and educational day, learn, play and explore with craft vendors & local artists, entertainers, demonstrations, non-profit organizations, school groups and more....
Cost: FREE
Warwick County Park
191 County Park Road
Pottstown, PA 19465
610-469-1916
Saturday and Sunday 10:00 AM
Patriots and Pirates
Discover Philadelphia's connection to the founding of the U.S. Navy. The new, permanent exhibit features curated objects never, or rarely, seen by the public, highlighting the...
Independence Seaport Museum
211 S. Columbus Blvd.
Phila., PA 19106
215-413-8655
Saturday and Sunday 10:00 AM
Long May She Wave: A Graphic History of the American Flag
From Civil War-era flags to campaign buttons and children's toys, this exhibit assembles hundreds of flag-related artifacts that represent a unique part of American heritage.
Cost: $14, adults; $8, ages 6-17; FREE, ages 5 & younger.
Mercer Museu
84 S Pine St.
Doylestown, PA 18901
Saturday 11:00 AM
Seafarin' Saturday
Kids and parents to participate in nautical activities and experience adventures of distant shores, from making pirate battle rattles to sailor valentines. The program is also ideal...
Cost: $16, adults; $12, ages 3-12; FREE, ages 2 and younger.
Independence Seaport Museum
211 S. Columbus Blvd.
Phila., PA 19106
215-413-8616
Saturday and Sunday 11:00 AM
Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire
Festivities include a Dungeon Museum, the Ultimate Joust, an Amazing Maze, perforkers, archery & sword-fighting demos, a program on birds of prey and man-powered rides. Kids'...
Cost: $30, at gate; $25.95, online; $11.95, kids 5-11; FREE, kids 4 younger.
Mount Hope Estate & Winery
2775 Lebanon Rd.
Manheim, PA
Saturday 11:00 AM
Whitpain Community Festival at MCCC
This event includes children's games, variety of food, vending booths, a health fair and more! New activities this year include bed races, starting at noon, and PJ Whelihan's beer...
Cost: FREE
Montgomery County Community College
340 DeKalb Pike
Blue Bell, PA 19422
Saturday and Sunday 11:15 AM
Powers of the President
This exhibit explores the nature of executive power under the Constitution, and how various presidents have exercised it over time.
Cost: FREE, with admission
National Constitution Center
525 Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106
215-409-6600
Saturday 2:00 PM
Ultraviolette
In collaboration with Fringe Arts, Ultraviolette provides an experience to see young dance athletes in an intimate setting prior to their placement in world renowned dance companies.
Cost: $10
The Rock School for Dance Education
1101 South Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19147
Saturday 5:00 PM
Castle Nights
Come play Castle to Castle paintball! Schedule
Cost: $24.99
Skirmish USA
211 N Meckesville Road
Albrightsville, PA 18210
180-075-47647
Saturday 5:30 PM
Independence After Hours
Independence After Hours takes you on a realistic journey back to 1776. After an 18th-century-inspired dinner at historic City Tavern, and a visit by Thomas Jefferson, the group sneaks into...
Cost: $55-$85
Independence Visitor Center
1 N Independence Mall W
Philadelphia, PA 19106
Saturday 5:30 PM
Starry Night Philadelphia 8.5K
Run 28,000 steps to honor the 28,000 children living with brain tumors, walk a shorter distance route, or children may compete in a 50-yard dash.
Cost: FREE
DoylestownCentral Park
452 Wells Rd.
Doylestown, PA 18901
828-418-0799
Saturday
Two for Art
Create 2-3 bright and fun collaborative art projects, combined with plenty of time for music, stories & play
Cost: $15
Wayne Art Center
413 Maplewood Ave
Wayne, PA 19087
Sunday 8:00 AM
Bird Walk
Kids and beginners are welcome. Extra binoculars available. Meet in parking lot. A Facebook update will be posted by 7am if the event is canceled.
Cost: FREE
John James Audubon Center at Mill Grove
1201 Pawlings Rd.
Audubon, PA 19403
Sunday 8:00 AM
Special Needs Soccer Program
Program is offered to boys and girls who have physical, mental or emotional limitations that prevent them from being able to play soccer with other children. Some of the players require...
Bala Cynwyd Park
374 Trevor Ln.
Bala Cynwyd, PA
peterr440@outlook.com
Sunday 8:00 AM
Applebee's Fundraiser
Eat pancakes to support the Arc of Delaware County
Cost: $7
Applebee's Neighborhood Bar & Grill
1305 West Chester Pike
Monoa Shopping Center
Havertown, PA 19083
Saturday 8:00 AM
Audubon Bird Town Bird Walk
Explore the Pennypack Trail and the Bethayres Swamp, an official IBA (Important Bird Area) and look for fall migrants as they pass through. Bring binoculars if you have them.
Cost: FREE
Lorimer Park
183 Moredon Rd.
Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006
215-947-3477
Sunday 9:00 AM
First Annual Let's Choose Health Run and Family Walk
Join the community in this fundraiser 5K in Anson B. Nixon Park to support LCH’s health center, social assistance services, and education and workforce development programs. The run is a...
Cost: see website
Anson B Nixon Park
N Walnut Rd
Kennett Square, PA 19348
610.444.7550 X 220
Sunday 10:00 AM
Native American Day
Presenters will give demonstrations and displays of Lenni Lenape culture, including flint knapping, jewelry, clothing, tools, and foods.
Cost: FREE
Norristown Farm Park
Barley Sheaf Dr. & Germantown Pike
E. Norriton, PA 19403
610-270-0215
Sunday 11:00 AM
Autism Awareness Day
Make your way through the zoo, talk with reps from organizations at the resource fair and enjoy family-friendly activities.
Cost: $16, adults; $12, kids.
Elmwood Park Zoo
1661 Harding Blvd.
Norristown, PA
Sunday 1:00 PM
Jessie's Day Fundraiser
Funds raised from the event provide scholarships for local college-bound recipients of life-saving organ transplants. Jessica was a beautiful young woman who received a life-saving heart...
Cost: $45, before Sept. 9; $55, after; $30, with student ID.
Independence Seaport Museum
211 South Christopher Columbus Blvd.
Phila., PA 19106
Sunday 2:00 PM
Our Table, our Planet: Making Connections between Farming and the Environment
Explore Riverbend’s aquaponics greenhouse, conduct your own taste-test comparisons on both organic and conventional fruits and vegetables, and visualize the impact on the local watershed...
Cost: FREE
Riverbend
1950 Spring Mill Road
Gladwyne, PA 19035
Sunday 2:00 PM
Brazilian Day Philadelphia
To celebrate the country’s Independence Day, vendors will offer a variety of authentic traditional foods and merchandise as performers light up the stage with the rhythms and dances of...
Cost: FREE
Where:
Great Plaza at Penn's Landing
101 S Christopher Columbus Blvd.
Phila., PA
Sunday 1:00 PM
American Sign Language Social Group
Learn or practice American Sign Language, in a supportive environment. The group is open to anyone interested
Cost: FREE
Free Library of Philadelphia, Northeast Regional Library
2228 Cottman Avenue
Phila., PA 19149
Delaware County
Saturday
Disney's Beauty and the Beast, Jr.
Walnut Street Theatre
825 Walnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19107
Saturday September 24th 2016, 10:30am to 11:30am, 1:00pm to 2:00pm and 3:30pm to 4:30pm; Saturday October 1st 2016, 11:00am to 12:00pm; Sunday October 2nd 2016, 11:00am to 12:00pm
In this classic musical, Belle is a young woman in a provincial town. The Beast is a prince trapped under the spell of an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved, the curse will end and he will be transformed to his former self. But time is running out.
For more info: walnutstreettheatre.org.
Saturday and Sunday 9:00 AM
Apple Festival & Pie Eating Contest
Pick your own apples and join a pie eating contest
Cost: FREE
Linvilla Orchard
137 West Knowlton Road
Media, PA 19063
610-876-7116
Saturday 10:00 AM
Linvilla Apple Festival with Makin' MusicWhenSat, September 24, 10am – 4pm
Linvilla Orchards
137 W Knowlton Rd
Media, PA 19063
Come visit Linvilla and Makin' Music for the annual Apple Festival from 10 am to 4 pm on September 24 and 25th! We will have lots of games, activities, music, and fun!
Our special performer is Ms. Jen at 12 pm.
For more info: https://www.makinmusic.com/about/performances/calendar/
Saturday 11:00 AM
Fall Flax and Textile Day at Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation
Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation
3900 N Sandy Flash Dr
Newtown Square, PA 19073
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Winter is coming and it is time to process our flax and spin our wool. Our weavers will be working on our 18th century barn loom. Yarn will be dyed using authentic receipts. Come see the horned dorset sheep and hog island sheep of the Colonial Plantation as well as the rest of our farm animals. There will also be hearth cooking, garden, farm, and house tours. Come enjoy a day in the country that is very close to home!
Admission is $10.00 for adults and $8.00 for children ages 4 to 12.
Children under age 4 are free.
For more info: http://www.colonialplantation.org/FallFlaxandTextileDay.htm
Saturday 11:00 AM
Free Craft at Lakeshore Learning Store
King of Prussia
340 W. DeKalb Pike
King of Prussia, PA 19406
Free craft activity every Saturday 11am to 3pm
For more info: http://www.lakeshorelearning.com/
Saturday 1:00 PM
Annie from Humiliation to Glorification
New Life Ministries International
10 W. 7th Street
Chester, PA.
Back by Popular Demand the Must See! Annie from Humiliation to Glorification.
September 2nd to September 30th
Show times Fridays at 7:00
Saturday at 1pm and 7pm
and Sundays at 6pm
Annie "from humiliation to Glorification" is presented by New Life Ministries Intl in Chester, Pa., directed, written and choreographed by Pastor Joy D. Scott and executive produced by Apostle Joyce E Scott, Sr. Pastor. There are over 50 cast members comprised of children, youth and adults from the Delco and Tri-State area. This inspiration stage play is designed to not only entertain but touch the hearts of those that attend.
$10 for Children under 10 and $20 for adults in advance. Add $5 at the door.
Saturday 5:30 PM
Hayrides to the Witches House
Linvilla Orchards
598 Linvill Rd
Media, PA 19063
5:30PM to 8:30PM
Take a hayride to visit the friend witches house! She will tell you a story and jokes and gives all of the kids a treat! The hayride ends at a campfire where you can roast some marshmallows and enjoy a sample of our cider.
For more info: http://www.linvilla.com/
Saturday and Sunday 7:00 PM
Nightscape at Longwood Gardens
Longwood Gardens
1001 Longwood Rd
Kennett Square, PA 19348
A Light and Sound Experience
by Klip Collective
Join us for a nighttime adventure across a magical landscape transformed by light, movement, color, and original music. Experience Nightscape, remixed.
For more info: longwoodgardens.org
Sunday 1:00 PM
The Wiggles Wiggle Town Tour is Coming to Philadelphia
The Tower Theatre
S 69th St
Upper Darby, PA 19082
1:00 pm
at the Tower Theater
The Wiggles are the world's most popular children's entertainment group which formed in Sydney, Australia in 1991. Having been performing for over 24 years, it's now the case that children who once saw the fab four of fun are now bringing their children to enjoy the best in early childhood entertainment! The last year has seen The Wiggles confirmed (GFK charts) as the #1 selling children's artist on DVD, the #1 children's entertainment live concert attraction (their most recent tour has sold out over 100 shows!), awarded the ARIA (Australian Recording Industry Association) award for the Best Children's Album (making them the most awarded artist in any one category).
Tickets are on sale now at http://livemu.sc/1PgbI0M.
For more information: http://livemu.sc/1PgbI0M
Location: Tower Theatre 69th & Ludlow Upper Darby, PA 19082
Cost: $28 - $88
Sunday 1:15 PM
Family “Drive-in” Movie and Craft: CarsWhenSun, September 25, 1:15pm – 3:30pm
Media-Upper Providence Free Library
1 E. Front St
Media
Family “Drive-in” Movie and Craft: Cars
Media-Upper Providence Free Library
1 E. Front St., Media
Bring a kid-sized cardboard box (we’ll have a few extra) and design your own car to sit in! Then, enjoy the Disney movie Cars. Feel free to bring a beverage and a snack to share.
Sunday 7:30 PM
Delaware County Summer Festival in Rose Tree Park
1671 N Providence Rd
Media, PA 19063
The Summer Festival concert series runs from mid-June to mid-August and provides residents many opportunities to take in top-notch entertainment of all kinds, from Classical to Cajun, Motown to Broadway, Doo Wop to Rock and Pop, and everything in between. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday through Sunday evenings, plus two morning children's shows at 10:00 a.m.
Mark your calendars…....and grab your blankets and chairs. It's time to enjoy another summer full of spectacular performances on the hillside. Concessions are sold at all concerts or you may bring your own tasty provisions. Please remember that alcoholic beverages are prohibited throughout the park, and for everyone's safety and comfort, pets and smoking must remain outside the amphitheater.
It is important to note that all performances begin at 7:30 PM with the exception fo the two morning shows scheduled for June 22 and June 30.
For more info: http://www.co.delaware.pa.us/depts/parks/summerfestival.html