Events

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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 […]

“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.

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.

“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, […]

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 […]

99th Annual Unionville Community Fair

Landhope Farms 101 E. Street Rd, Kennett Square

Celebrating 99 years of agriculture and community in southern Chester County with family activities, music, animal exhibits, 5K Run & Walk, food, beer and wine garden, Cheshire Hunt Conservancy Foxhounds, […]

Longwood Gardens Performance Series

Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square

Oct. 12, British a cappella vocal ensemble VOCES8; Oct. 15, Kennett Symphony explores themes of love and nature; Oct. 18, Gaelic solo artist Julie Fowlis; Oct. 21, Open Organ Console […]

Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center

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

Oct. 13, Take 3; Oct. 14, High Noon; Oct. 20, Kun-Yang Lin/Dancers; Oct. 21, Joe Matarese; Oct. 26, Kendrah and Lauren’s Quintet; Oct. 27, Motor City Review; Oct. 28, Jeffrey […]

“Pretty Woman: The Musical” at The Playhouse

Playhouse on Rodney Square 1007 Market St., Wilmington

Featuring an original score by Bryan Adams and Jim Vallance and from the book by the legendary director Garry Marshall. 1007 N. Market St., Wilmington. Fri–Sat, 8 pm; Sat–Sun, 2 […]

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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 […]

Revolutionary War & Colonial Festival

Mt. Harmon Plantation 600 Mt. Harmon Rd., Earleville

Reenactment, encampments and a colonial market. Mt. Harmon Plantation at World’s End, Earleville, MD. Sat, 10 to 4; Sun, 10 to 3.

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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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Berwyn Farmers Market

Berwyn Famers Market 573 E. Lancaster Ave., Berwyn

573 E. Lancaster Ave. in Handel’s parking lot. Sun, 10 to 1. CulinaryHarvest.com.

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West Chester Railroad Fall Foliage Express

West Chester RR Station 203 E Market St, West Chester

Enjoy a brisk fall afternoon along the picturesque Chester Creek Valley on a 90-minute journey back in time to the village of Glen Mills and return. Trains depart the station […]

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Brothers on the Brandywine Seasonal Beer Garden

Brandywine Outfitters 2100 Strasburg Rd., Coatesville

Bring your own chair and/or inner tube to cool off in the river at Brandywine Outfitters. Enjoy live music and food trucks as you sip the flavors of craft beers. […]