The best things to do in Wayne

“Independent movie theater inside a historic building offering film screenings & educational courses.”

“Family-oriented bowling alley offering numerous lanes plus video games & American eats.”

“When the group chat can't decide between catching the game or button-mashing, Dave & Buster's Philadelphia delivers with massive screens, a stacked arcade, and food plus craft cocktails or mocktails. Great for rallying the crew before an Eagles game or celebrating random Tuesday wins.”

From the Philadelphia newsletter, August 4, 2026

“Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.”

“Our Aquatic Neighbors Mural turns a 1500 square foot wall into a love letter to the Delaware River, with great blue heron, sturgeon, bufflehead ducks, beaver and freshwater mussels showing up like neighbors. Built with local students and Skype a Scientist, it’s smart, joyful public art to visit this week.”

From the Philadelphia newsletter, August 14, 2026

“Whether you're new to golf or just chasing that satisfying thwack, Strawberry Green Driving Range has complimentary clubs, experienced trainers, and plenty of room to groove your shot.”

From the Philadelphia newsletter, August 18, 2026

“If you’ve got access, St. Martin's Golf Course delivers pure old-school vibes at the Philadelphia Cricket Club, the kind of classic layout that clears your head and steadies the week in a single round. Bring a friend, stripe a few, leave smugly happier than you arrived.”

From the Philadelphia newsletter, August 24, 2026

“Relaxed bar for Asian American fare, plus a 9-hole mini-golf course.”

“Amusement center featuring dodgeball, basketball, a ropes course, and pizza, plus a restroom.”

“If this week needs a blissful green timeout, Bala Golf Club is Philly's ultra-convenient private hang, a picturesque William Flynn design with major championship pedigree and 125-plus years of tradition, where you can go from Center City to the first tee in 12 minutes.”

“Art-house cinema screening independent, foreign & documentary films.”

“Golf facility featuring a course with many par 3s and a pro shop.”

“Upscale, tech-infused mini-golf spot featuring modern technology and trendy vibes.”

“Activity center where teams disarm paint, foam or slime bombs using arcade games, lasers and puzzles.”

“Chain of indoor trampoline parks featuring freestyle bouncing, dodgeball, fitness programs & more.”

“If you’re up for a quick Philly detour, Water Gives Life Mural - by Eurhi Jones and David McShane rewards the trip with a dreamy botanical panorama inspired by Ruth Asawa, connecting rivers, city pipes, and local flora, and reimagining a beloved 1998 wall into a fresh sustainability conversation.”

From the Allentown newsletter, August 27, 2026

“Driving range and golf lessons alongside a mini golf course plus batting cages.”

“Entertainment option featuring intricately designed, handcrafted rooms for immersive escape games.”

“Long-running, 18-hole golf course & practice facility with a pro shop & snack bar.”

“Franklin Square keeps summer lively with the Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival glowing through August 16, a dancing fountain show, the Parx Liberty Carousel, and Center City’s only 18-hole Philly Mini Golf modeled after hometown landmarks. Grab a SquareBurger, then see who sinks the most ridiculous bank shot.”

From the Philadelphia newsletter, August 11, 2026