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Bird-in-Hand Stage

Bird-In-Hand Stage 2760 Old Philadelphia Pike, Bird-in-Hand

Apr. 6–July 27, Dear Solider Boy, musical comedy set in the heart of Amish Country. Apr. 7–Oct. 28, Ryan & Friends: Never Speechless, a multimedia variety show with comedy routine […]

Brandywine Treasure Trail Passport

The Passport provides access to 12 of Wilmington and the Brandywine Valley’s top attractions, including thousands of acres of gardens, the grand estates of the du Pont family, incredible works […]

Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center

Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center 226 N. High St., West Chester

Sept. 2, Meet Loaf; Sept. 21, Maci Miller; Sept. 22, Rock This Town Orchestra; Oct. 6, Morgan Miles; Oct. 7, Beatles, Zepplin, Doors by Magical Mystery Doors. 226 N. High […]

“Ann Lowe: American Couturier” at Winterthur Museum

Winterthur Museum, Garden and Library 5105 Kennett Pike, Winterthur

Featuring 40 iconic gowns, many that have never been on public display. 5105 Kennett Pk., Winterthur, DE. Tues–Sun, 10 to 5. $8–$22. Winterthur.org.

“Something Rotten” at Fulton Theatre

Fulton Theatre 12 N. Prince St.,, Lancaster

Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom set out to write the world’s very first musical. 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-397-7425; TheFulton.org.

Pumpkinland at Linvilla Orchards

Linvilla Orchards 137 W. Knowlton Rd, Media

A family tradition featuring lots of activities including hayrides, pick-your-own apples and mazes. 137 W. Knowlton Rd., Media. Daily 8 to 6. Visit website for tickets. Linvilla.com.

“Into The Woods” at The Candlelight Theatre

Candlelight Theatre 2208 Millers Rd, Wilmington

Tony Award-winner with music by Stephen Sondheim and book/lyrics by James Lapine. 2208 Millers Rd., Wilmington. Times and tickets, 302-475-2313; CandlelightTheatreDelaware.org.

“Noises Off” at Delaware Theatre Company

Delaware Theatre Company 200 Water St., Wilmington

This Tony Award–winning play is an ingenious backstage farce full of shocking surprises and humor. 200 Water St., Wilmington. Times and tickets, 302-594-1100; DelawareTheatre.org.

“Bonez” at People’s Light

People's Light 39 Conestoga Rd, Malvern

Acclaimed writer/director Steve H. Broadnax III brings the social horror genre to the stage in this chilling investigation of masculinity, intimacy and childhood demons. 39 Conestoga Rd., Malvern. Times and […]

“The Philly Fan” at Hedgerow Theatre

Hedgerow Theatre 64 Rose Valley Theatre, Rose Valley

Philadelphia’s Bruce Graham offers an unapologetic perspective of a hardcore sports fan through a lifetime of experience with the highs, lows and baggage that comes with Philly fandom. 64 Rose […]

Figments (Of Your Imagination)—Exhibit at The Art Trust

Art Trust Gallery Meridian Bank, 16 W. Market St., West Chester

The exhibit celebrates the fantasy/dreams/nightmares of the season through contemporary art, featuring four artists whose work invites wonder, remembrances and storytelling. Oct. 6, reception, 4 to 8 pm. Oct. 18, […]

5th Annual Delco Arts Week

Delaware County

The Delaware County Arts Consortium hosts more than 60 events, including many free to the public. The week includes concerts, festivals, films, gallery exhibitions, kids activities and workshops. You’ll find […]

37th Annual Phoenixville Run

Reeves Park 2nd & Main Sts, Phoenixville

Oct. 1–28, Virtual Challenge—participate how you want, when you want, where you want. Oct. 28, in-person 5K and 10K events. Benefits Citizen Advocacy of Chester County. Reeves Park, 2nd Ave. […]

“The Prom” at Media Theatre

The Media Theatre 104 E. State St., Media

This exuberant musical extravaganza will have you tapping your toes and laughing out loud as it takes you on a rollercoaster ride of emotions. 104 E. State St., Media. Times […]

The Colonial Theatre

The Colonial Theatre 227 Bridge St., Phoenixville

Oct. 4, Rising Sun Presents Henry Rollins: Good To See You Tour; Oct. 14, Miguel Espinoza Fusion; Oct. 20, Rising Sun Presents The Sixties Show; Nov. 7, Rising Sun Presents […]

At The Grand in Wilmington

The Grand Wilmington 1007 N. Market St., Wilmington

Oct. 5, Lyle Lovett and John Hiatt; Oct. 5, Preacher Lawson at The Baby Grand; Oct. 6, Pinky Patel; Oct. 7, Bob Mould Solo Electric; Oct. 8, Al Stewart and […]

Brandywine Museum of Art

Brandywine River Museum of Art 1 Hoffman’s Mill Rd., Chadds Ford

Oct. 6–Jan. 21, “Allan Freelon: Painter, Printmaker, Teacher.” Oct. 14–Feb. 28, “Rooted: Family and Nature in Contemporary Children’s Book Illustration.” Rt. 1, Chadds Ford. Wed–Mon, 9:30 to 4:30. $8–$20. Brandywine.org.

Kennett Flash

Kennett Flash 102 Sycamore Alley, Kennett Square

Oct. 6 & 7, Beatlemania Again! The Early Years; Oct. 14, Gretchen Emery Band; Oct. 20, The Rocky Horror Picture Show; Oct. 21, Three Ton with special guest Phazed. 102 […]

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Open-Air Market in West Chester

Downtown West Chester West Chester

West Chester has plenty of outdoor dining and shopping options. Gay Street (between Matlack St. and New St.) will be closed to vehicles Friday morning through Monday morning. Restaurants and […]

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Phoenixville Inside Out

Downtown Phoenixville Phoenixville

Dine outside or enjoy a drink with friends, explore the boutiques and retail stores or take in a show. Businesses will set up in the closed sidewalk and roadway between […]

82nd Annual Chester County Day Tour

Chester County Day PA

This year’s self-driving tour celebrates the Northeast quadrant of the county, including a walking tour in the Borough of Phoenixville. The Hunt takes place at Kimberton Hunt Club, 1685 Art […]

Chester County’s Color 5K Race

Exton Park 800 E. Swedesford Rd., Exton

The race aims to raise awareness and funds to help combat the ongoing opioid and heroin crisis in Chester County. Exton Park, 800 Swedesford Rd., Exton. Registration begins at 8 […]

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Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire

Mt. Hope Estate & Winery 2775 Lebanon Rd., Manheim

A cast of hundreds fill the shire. Visit the website for themed weekends such as Fairies and Fantasy and Pyrate Invasion Weekends. Mt. Hope Estate, 2775 Lebanon Rd., Manheim. Sat–Sun, […]

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Westtown Amish Market

Westtown Amish Market 1165 Wilmington Pk., West Chester

1165 Wilmington Pk., West Chester. Thurs, 9 to 6, Fri, 9 to 8, Sat. 8 to 4. 610-492-5700; WestChesterAmishMarket.com.

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Malvern Farmers Market

Malvern Farmers Market Warren Ave. and Roberts Rd., Malvern

Warren Ave. & Roberts Rd., Sat. 9 to 1. 610-836-1391. GrowingRootsPartners.com.

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Phoenixville Farmers Market

Phoenixville Farmers Market 200 Mill Street, Phoenixville

200 Mill St. Sat, 10 to noon; seniors, 9–9:30. PhoenixvilleFarmersMarket.org.

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Downingtown Farmers Market

Kerr Park Downingtown

Log Cabin Field, Kerr Park, Pennsylvania Ave., Sat. 9 to 1. 610-836-1391. GrowingRootsPartners.com

Delaware Nature Society Fall Native Plant Sale

Coverdale Farm 543 Way Rd, Greenville

Shop a variety of native plants for a yard that supports clean water, birds, butterflies and more. Benefits conservation and protection of waterways. Coverdale Farm Preserve, 543 Way Rd., Greenville, […]

Truck & Tractor Day at Winterthur Museum of Art

Winterthur Museum, Garden and Library 5105 Kennett Pike, Winterthur

Get up close to trucks and tractors, check out other vehicles and equipment, suit up in firefighter gear, take a hayride and even milk a mechanical cow. 5105 Kennett Pk., […]

172nd Annual St. David’s Country Fair

St. David's Episcopal Church 763 South Valley Forge Road, Wayne

A fun-filled day for the whole family with flea market, food booths, antiques and more. Midway games and prizes, mini-train ride and pumpkin- painting. Benefits the church’s 30+ outreach partners. […]

Newlin Grist Mill Fall Harvest Festival

Newlin Grist Mill 19 Cheyney Rd, Glen Mills

This year’s theme, “Food Traditions Past and Present” will highlight foods and cooking from the 18th century, along with the trades that made it possible to put food on the […]

Historic Kennett Brewfest

Downtown Kennett Square 650 W. Cypress St, Kennett Square

The Connoisseur Session ticket includes food pairings from Talula’s Table and live music, unlimited tastings, brewfest tasting mug, noon to 5, $85. The regular Brewfest session features unlimited tastings from […]

Oktoberfest at Locust Lane

Locust Lane Craft Brewery 50 Three Tun Rd Ste 4, Malvern

Enjoy Locust Lane German bier, Bavarian food specials, games, prizes and good times. Come dressed in traditional German attire and receive a free giveaway. 50 Three Tun Rd., Malvern. Starts […]

Music Without Walls—Beats & Brews at Binky Lee Preserve

Binky Lee Preserve 1445 Pikeland Rd, Chester Springs

Jam out, drink up and give back some love to Binky Lee. Don’t miss Natural Lands’ annual bash, which includes live music, craft brews, food options and sunset socializing. 1445 […]