Newtown Square Calendar of Events
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October/November 2026
Ongoing through the Year
Marple Library’s 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
@2599 Sproul Rd, Broomall
Children who have not yet entered Kindergarten can join Marple Library’s 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten. All stories read or read to count toward each milestone and prize. Every time heard (in-person or virtually) or read counts, no matter how many times repeated. Register at the Library’s Circulation Desk. Thank you to the Broomall Rotary for sponsoring this program!
Cost: FREE
Saturdays
Art at The Square Tavern
@Goshen & Newtown Street Roads
A variety of rotating art displays by local artists, exhibitions and activities.
Time: 11am–5pm
Cost: FREE (donations accepted!)
NSHistory.org
Saturdays
Paper Mill House & Museum
@3 Paper Mill Rd, Newtown Square
Visit this museum of local history, a place filled with the ghosts and footprints of the millworkers who once lived there.
Time: 1–4 pm
Cost: FREE (donations accepted!)
NSHistory.org
Thurs. October 1 – Sun. November 8
Pumpkinland and Farm Market
@Linvilla Orchards
137 W Knowlton Rd, Media
Larger-than-life figures and scarecrows illustrate the legends and lore of the harvest season. Choose from piles of pumpkins in all colors, shapes and sizes — over 100 tons on display! Find a huge selection of straw bales, corn shocks, toys and fall decorations of all kinds. Tickets are required for daytime activities as well as the evening Autumn Moon, Harvest and Witch’s Hayrides to better accommodate visitor numbers throughout the day. Tickets are required for ages 1 and older.
Time: Sun. – Thurs. 8am–8pm; Fri. – Sat. 8am–9pm
Cost: See website for information on prices for activities.
Linvilla.com/family-fun/pumpkinland
Sat. October 31
Monster Dash 5K
@Arasapha Farms
1835 Middletown Rd, Glen Mills
Join the family-friendly Monster Dash 5K at The Bates Motel. Back by popular demand is the 5K Run/Walk, 1-Mile Run/Walk and Lil’ Monster Dashes! Come dressed in your Halloween Costume for an extra dash of holiday spirit! Runners of all ages are welcome, all-terrain strollers only please. All proceeds from the fundraiser will benefit the Edgmont Township Fire Company No.1.
Time: 9am
Cost: 5K Run/Walk $35; 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk $35
RunSignUp.com/monsterdash5kbatesmotel
Fri. November 6
Stratford Friends School Annual Auction
@Spring Valley
400 W Woodland Ave, Springfield
Join us for an extraordinary evening as we celebrate 50 years of Stratford Friends School and the incredible community that has made our mission possible. This year’s Anniversary Celebration promises an unforgettable night featuring a full dinner buffet, cocktails, exciting auction bidding, a live DJ, a photo booth and plenty of opportunities to reconnect, celebrate and make new memories.
Time: 6:30–10:00pm
Cost: $100 per person
StratfordFriends.org
Wed. November 11 (Rain or Shine)
Veterans Day Parade
@State Street, Media
This annual parade honors our Veterans and begins at State and Jackson Streets and finishes in front of the Delaware County Courthouse.
Time: 11:11am
Cost: FREE
VisitMediaPA.com
Thurs. November 12
12th Annual Freedom Medal Dinner
@Springfield Country Club
400 West Sproul Rd, Springfield
The Delaware County Veterans Memorial Association and the Delaware County Council invite you to join them to pay tribute to Delaware County Veterans and also raise funds to support educational programs that ensure future generations know about our nation’s military history and sacrifice.
Time: 5:30pm
Cost: $125 per person; $85 per Veteran
610-400-8722 DelcoVeteransMemorial.org
Fri. November 20 – Sun. January 10
A Longwood Christmas
@Longwood Gardens
1001 Longwood Rd, Kennett Square
Inspired by the mystery and majesty of the cosmos, journey through an out-of-this-world display of stellar spectacles and luminous lights. From soaring, rotating trees swathed with stars to the Music Room, recreated as a gilded astronomer’s observatory, to the Exhibition Hall, transformed into a spherical galaxy with sweeps of poinsettias, the magic of the season meets cosmic splendor. Timed admission tickets are required.
Time: 10am–11pm Daily
Cost: Adult $45; Youth 5–18 years $25; Discounts for Military and College Students
610-388-1000 LongwoodGardens.org
Daily December 3 – January 2
Annual Festival of Lights
@Rose Tree Park
1671 N Providence Rd, Media
Rose Tree Park sparkles at night with its annual Festival of Lights display. Dozens of illuminated trees and lit displays draw visitors back every year to walk in the winter wonderland and linger in the festive atmosphere. A treasured Delco tradition, the Festival of Lights provides a perfect opportunity to get in the holiday spirit with friends and family. Delco Fare and Flair Nights with food trucks, vendors and live entertainment – December 3, 5, 6, 12 and 13
Time: Sun.–Thurs 5:30–9:00pm; Sat. and Sun. 5:30–10:00pm
Cost: FREE
Sun. December 6
St. Albans Circle Tree Lighting
@St. Albans Circle, Newtown Square
Kick off the Christmas season with hot chocolate, Christmas carolers, candy canes for kids and dance performances. Sweet and savory treats and select local stores will be open for holiday shopping. Donate non-perishable food items for St. Alban’s Episcopal Church’s food drive and unwrapped new children’s toys for Toys for Tots. Santa Claus will arrive on a Newtown Township Volunteer Fire Company fire truck for the tree lighting.
Time: 5:30–7:00pm
Cost: FREE
Sun. December 6
Marple Township Tree Lighting
@Veterans Memorial Park, Lawrence Rd, Broomall
Be sure to visit the Marple Township Christmas Tree Lighting at Veterans Park! Festivities at the park will begin around 6:00pm and Santa will be visiting around 6:45pm and fireworks shortly after! Plus, we will be sharing all of the letters we collect with Mailman Jim to make sure Santa gets all of them at the North Pole.
Time: 6pm
Cost: FREE