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The Franklin Institute Presents “The Art of the Brick”

Franklin Institute 20th Street & Ben Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia

An exhibit by artist Nathan Sawaya is a critically acclaimed collection of inspiring artworks made exclusively from one of the most recognizable toys in the world: the LEGO brick. Franklin […]

Delaware Art Museum

Delaware Art Museum 2301 Kentmere Pkwy, Wilmington

Through Sept. 1, “Give Me My Flowers — Soft Petals: exploring the mother wound,” photographs by Shakira Hunt. Through Sept. 8, “Suspended Spins: Dennis Beach.” 2301 Kentmere Pkwy., Wed, 10 […]

Bird-in-Hand Stage

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

Apr. 4–Aug. 3, The Confession… An Amish Love Story. Apr. 6–Oct. 19, Ryan & Friends: All Your Favorite Funny Stuff, a multimedia variety show. 2760 #A Old Philadelphia Pk., Bird-in-Hand. […]

Festival of Fountains at Longwood

Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square

Stroll through the gardens with brilliantly blooming annuals and perennials and discover the Illuminated Fountain Performances and live music in the beer garden. 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square. Thurs–Sat, 9:15 […]

Brandywine Treasure Trail Passport

Gather your family or closest group of friends and plan a visit to the 12 inspiring attractions across Wilmington & the Brandywine Valley. With the Passport you can explore at […]

Brandywine Museum of Art

Brandywine Museum of Art 1 Hoffman's Hill Rd, Chadds Ford

Through Sept. 15, “Every Leaf & Twig: Andrew Wyeth’s Botanical Imagination.” Through Oct. 13, “In Shadows’ Embrace: Prints by Peter Paone.” 1 Hoffman’s Mill Rd., Chadds Ford. Wed–Mon, 9:30 to […]

Morris Arboretum Presents Garden Railway: Dinos!

Morris Arboretum 100 E. Northwestern Ave., Philadelphia

Dinosaurs made out of natural materials are displayed on more than 15 different rail lines. The display includes triceratops, and velociraptor, as well as other Mesozoic creatures. 100 E. Northwestern […]

Fireworks & Fountains at Longwood

Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square

They’re back and better than ever, with new shows, an enhanced sound system, new reserved seating and new vistas including the new tiered Conservatory Overlook. July 3, Stars and Stripes […]

“The Fantasticks” at The Candlelight Theatre

Candlelight Theatre 2208 Millers Rd, Wilmington

A magical journey, part fairy tale, part fable and entirely enchanting. 2208 Millers Rd. Times and tickets, 302-475-2313; CandlelightTheatreDelaware.org.

Miller Park Summer Concert Series

Albert C. Miller Memorial Park 220 Miller Way, Exton

July 28, The Big House Band; Aug. 11, Jess Zimmerman Band; Aug. 25, Chico’s Vibe. Food trucks and 50/50 raffle at concerts. Albert C. Miller Memorial Park, 220 Miller Way, […]

Upper Merion Concerts Under the Stars

Township Building Park 175 W. Valley Forge Rd, King of Prussia

Aug. 1, The Dave Matthews Tribute Band Aug. 7, The New Pornographers; Aug. 16, Donavon Frankenreiter; Aug. 17, Rayland Baxter; Aug. 23, Keller & The Keels; Aug. 24, Ripe; Aug. […]

American Music Theatre

American Music Theatre 2425 Lincoln Hwy, E. Lancaster

Aug. 3, Il Divo – XX: 20th Anniversary Tour; Aug. 8, Trace Adkins; Aug. 11, Straight No Chaser Summer: The 90s; Aug. 16, Righteous Brothers; Aug. 17, Doo Wop Project; […]

The Keswick Theatre

Keswick Theatre 291 N. Keswick Ave, Glenside

Aug. 3, Doug Church, The True Voice of Elvis; Aug. 7, Eric Johnson; Aug. 8, Beres Hammond featuring Harmony House Singers; Aug. 9, Beginnings: A Celebration of the Music of […]

Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center

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

Aug. 8, Double Vision: Foreigner Tribute Band; Aug. 9, Kiss the Sky: Jimi Hendrix Tribute. Aug. 10, Crazy Train: Ozzy Experience; Aug. 15, Back Home Again: John Denver Tribute; Aug. […]

Bryn Mawr Twilight Concerts

Bryn Mawr Gazebo 9 S. Bryn Mawr Ave., Bryn Mawr

Aug. 10, Lucy Kaplansky; Aug. 16, Stephen Kellogg and Liz Longley; Aug. 17, David Wilcox; Aug. 24, Susan Werner; Aug. 31, Tophouse Cabin Dogs. The Gazebo, 9 S. Bryn Mawr […]

Dutch Apple Theatre Presents “Jersey Boys”

Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre 510 Centerville Rd., Lancaster

Go behind the music of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. 510 Centerville Rd., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-898-1900; DutchApple.com.

August Quarterly Festival Celebration

Tubman-Garrett Riverfront Park Rosa Parks Dr., Wilmington

The nation’s oldest African American festival celebrating freedom of religion and speech and the right of assembly. Tubman-Garrett Riverfront Park, Rosa Parks Dr. AugustQuarterly.org.

The 210th August Quarterly Festival Celebration

Tubman-Garrett Riverfront Park Rosa Parks Dr., Wilmington

The nation’s oldest African American festival celebrating freedom of religion and speech and the right of assembly. Tubman-Garrett Riverfront Park at the Riverfront, Rosa Parks Dr. & Market St., Wilmington. […]

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Open-Air Market in West Chester

Downtown West Chester West Chester

Four blocks of Gay Street (from Matlack Street to Darlington Street) are closed to vehicles so everyone can partake in al fresco dining and shopping. Gay Street will be shut […]

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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. Road closed on 100 and 200 blocks of Bridge St. from […]

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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, […]

Chesapeake Bay Balloon Festival

Triple Creek Winery 11138 Three Bridge Branch Rd., Cordova

The featured attraction at the festival is more than 20 art-inspired hot air balloons. Enjoy tethered balloon rides, an artists village, kids village, beer/wine, food vendors and live music. Triple […]

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Brandywine Polo

Brandywine Polo Field 232 Polo Rd, Toughkenamon

Spectators picnic and tailgate at the grounds. 232 Polo Rd., Toughkenamon. Friday Twilight Polo—gates open at 5; match at 5:30. Sun, gates open at 1:30; match at 3, $15–$20. Cancelled […]

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West Chester Railroad Summer Picnic Special

West Chester RR Station 203 E Market St, West Chester

Enjoy a train ride from West Chester to Glen Mills and return on a warm summer afternoon. Pack a lunch to have during our stop at the Glen Mills train […]

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Brothers on the Brandywine Seasonal Beer Garden

Brandywine Outfitters 2100 Strasburg Rd., Coatesville

Bring your own chair 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. […]