The Station at Newtown Square

Watch great stories come to life on the Arden Theatre Company’s stage. From classic tales to contemporary plays, these various works are retold in ways that make them accessible to all ages and walks of life. Whether you prefer musicals or dramas, fiction or nonfiction, epics or shorts, the Arden Theatre Company has a performance to suit!

Children and children at heart will delight in SMITH The Kids’ Play Place in the Park. Located in Fairmount Park, this enormous playground attraction covers over six and a half acres, not including the 24,000-square-foot mansion that serves as a playhouse for children 10 and under. The combination of open fields and specialized toys and equipment make Smith a childhood experience to treasure.

Less than an hour and a half away from downtown Philadelphia, Allentown’s Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom is a popular nearby amusement and water park. Ride on the eight roller coasters (including the ninth longest steel roller coaster in the world!), enjoy the dozens of carnival-themed rides and cool down as you slide down the 22 water slides into pools of water recreation fun.

Visit the 9th Street Italian Market for some of the freshest produce and most unique shops in the region. Although known for its Italian heritage, the Bella Vista neighborhood which hosts the market is one of the most ethnically diverse Philly neighborhoods. You can find everything from farmers' markets to restaurants, bakeries and cafés selling specialty foods from all over the world.