Don’t have anything planned for the weekend? Check out these family-friendly events in the Delaware Valley, including historical activities for America 250 and a movie night at the zoo!
Drive-In Zoovies: The Goonies
July 31, 7-10 p.m. | Norristown, PA
Catch a family-friendly movie at the Elmwood Park Zoo, which will be screening “The Goonies” in its former softball field after the zoo is closed for the day.
$12-$15 | elmwoodparkzoo.org/event/drive-in-zoovies-the-goonies
Summer Saturdays 2026: Free Family Workshops Celebrate America 250
Aug. 1, 10 a.m.-noon | Trenton, NJ
Artists from Trenton City Museum will lead attendees in historical craft workshops, including making tri-corner hats, corn husk dolls, baskets and a ball-and-cup game. Every child attendee will receive a free drawstring bag.
Free | ellarslie.org
The West Chester Area Council of Governments Presents America 250: A Stroll Through West Chester
Aug. 2, 4-10 p.m. | West Chester, PA
A living history event held on Gay Street, including historical exhibitions, family-friendly activities and a drone show at night. An additional ticket can be purchased for better viewing of the drone show.
Free (Rooftop Drone Show Viewing Party tickets available for $10) | downtownwestchester.com
