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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 […]

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. […]

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.

The Colonial Theatre

The Colonial Theatre 227 Bridge St., Phoenixville

Sept. 5, Intimate Concerts: Michael Sarian; Sept. 6, The Holts; Sept. 13, Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives; Sept. 21, The Launch; Sept. 27, Colonial 54: An Immersive Disco Experience; […]

Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center

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

Sept. 5, A Brother’s Revival: Allman Brothers Band Music; Sept. 6, '80's Revolution; Sept. 13, Green River: The Ultimate CCR John Fogerty Tribute Show; Sept. 14, Shot Thru The Heart: […]

Chester County Best Kept Secrets Tour

This is a shopping, food and fun adventure featuring an ever-changing group of off-the-beaten track small businesses, hand-picked for their uniqueness. Tickets $12. For map and directions, BestKeptSecretsTour.com.

American Music Theatre

American Music Theatre 2425 Lincoln Hwy, E. Lancaster

Sept 6, Cat Power Sings Dylan: The 1966 Royal Albert Hall; Sept. 8, Fall Doo Wop Cavalcade; Sept. 15, Ricky Nelson Remembered starring Matthew and Gunnar Nelson; Sept 19, Spider […]

SALT Performing Arts Presents “The Wizard of Oz”

SALT Performing Arts 1685 Art School Rd, Chester Springs

Follow the yellow brick road in this stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s tale. Bring spices in plastic containers for the Chester County Food Bank. 1645 Art School Rd., Chester […]

At The Grand in Wilmington

The Grand Wilmington 1007 N. Market St., Wilmington

Sept. 7, Kathleen Madigan: The Potluck Party; Sept. 12, An Evening with JD Souther; Sept. 13, The New York Bee Gees Tribute Show; Sept. 20, Todd Barry; Sept. 21, Suzanne […]

The Keswick Theatre

Keswick Theatre 291 N. Keswick Ave, Glenside

Sept. 10, Paul Weller; Sept. 11, Glen Hansard; Sept. 12, Singer Songwriter Showcase; Sept. 13, 15, Jon Anderson & The Band Geeks; Sept. 14, The Platters, The Drifters, Cornell Gunther’s […]

Devon Fall Classic

Devon Horse Show 23 Dorset Rd., Devon

See "Fall in Love with the Coming Equestrian Season."

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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 […]

Battle at Chadds Ford—Historic Chadds Ford Days

Chadds Ford Historical Society 1736 N. Creek Rd., Chadds Ford

Take a historical journey back to September 11, 1777, when the British army engaged Washington’s troops at Chads’ Ford. Two timed skirmishes and a firing demo will take place each […]

Rose Squared Art Show at Ludwig’s Corner

Ludwig's Corner Horse Show Grounds 1325 Pottstown Pk., Glenmoore

This show will feature exhibitors in many mediums including apothecary, artisanal foods, ceramics, digital art, decorative and wearable fiber, glass, jewelry and more. Food and beverage trucks on site. 1326 […]

Fair Hill Thoroughbred Show

Fair Hill Fairgrounds 4640 Telegraph Rd, Elkton

Supporting riders of thoroughbreds by providing affordable show fees, scholarships, stakes classes and prizes in every division. Hunter classes will take place Sat and jumper classes on Sun. Fair Hill […]

“9 to 5: The Musical” at The Candlelight Theatre

Candlelight Theatre 2208 Millers Rd, Wilmington

Based on the 1980 movie with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton. 2208 Millers Rd., Wilmington. Times and tickets, 302-475-2313; CandlelightTheatreDelaware.org.

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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, […]

Kennett Underground Railroad Bus Tours

Brandywine Valley Tourist Information 300 Greenwood Rd, Kennett Square

Visit documented Underground Railroad sites, historic homes and Quaker meetinghouses while learning about anti-slavery activity in the area. Begin at the Brandywine Valley Tourist Information Center, 300 Greenwood Rd., Kennett […]

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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 […]

Hagley Car Show

Hagley Museum 200 Hagley Rd, Wilmington

Browse through more than 500 antique and restored cars and enjoy the vehicle parade, motoring music and food trucks. This year’s theme is “British Invasion.” Stop by the exhibition “Du […]

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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 […]

32nd Annual Radnor Fall Festival

Downtown Wayne N. Wayne & West Aves, Wayne

Wayne Business Association holds this festival featuring live performances from local music and dance companies, rides, kids activities, vendors, community organizations, a Top Dog contest and more. N. Wayne & […]

43nd Annual Chester County Restaurant Festival

Downtown West Chester West Chester

Over 50 restaurants and food vendors and 60+ crafters and artisans participate. Festival on Gay St. from Matlack to Darlington Sts. with bands performing on Gay St. at Darlington, Matlack […]

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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. […]