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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 […]

“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.

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 […]

Brandywine Museum of Art

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

Through Feb. 16, “Up East: Andrew Wyeth in Maine.” Oct. 13–Jan. 19, “The Crafted World of Wharton Esherick.” 1 Hoffman’s Mill Rd., Chadds Ford. Wed–Mon, 9:30 to 4:30. $8–$20. Brandywine.org.

“Beautiful: The Carole King Musical” at Fulton Theatre

Fulton Theatre 12 N. Prince St.,, Lancaster

This Tony and Grammy award-winning musical phenomenon is filled with the songs you remember and a story you’ll never forget. 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-397-7425; TheFulton.org.

“On Tour: Lafayette, America’s Revolutionary Rock Star”

Winterthur Museum, Garden and Library 5105 Kennett Pike, Winterthur

Celebrate one of America’s first celebrities with Winterthur Museum’s latest exhibition commemorating the 200th anniversary of the Marquis de Lafayette’s 1824–25 “Farewell Tour” of the U.S. The exhibition explores Lafayette’s […]

The Keswick Theatre

Keswick Theatre 291 N. Keswick Ave, Glenside

Oct. 1, X (the band); Oct. 3, Tribute to Elton John and Billy Joel—Face to Face; Oct. 4, Tribute to Prince—The Purple Xperience; Oct. 5, Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood; […]

Media Theatre Presents “Legally Blonde”

The Media Theatre 104 E. State St., Media

Kick off the season with a bang as Media Theatre brings you the high-octane, feel-good story of Elle Woods on her empowering journey. 104 E. State St., Media. Times and […]

Dutch Apple Theatre Presents “Hairspray: The Musical”

Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre 510 Centerville Rd., Lancaster

The score in this Tony Award-winning musical includes “You Can’t Stop the Beat,” “Good Morning Baltimore” and “Hairspray.” 510 Centerville Rd., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-898-1900; DutchApple.com.

Delaware Art Museum

Delaware Art Museum 2301 Kentmere Pkwy, Wilmington

“Jazz Age Illustration,” a major exhibition to survey the art of popular illustration in the United States between 1919 and 1942. 2301 Kentmere Pkwy., Wilmington. Wed–Sun, 10 to 4. $14–$25. […]

At The Grand in Wilmington

The Grand Wilmington 1007 N. Market St., Wilmington

Oct. 5, Ari Shapiro: Thank You for Listening; Oct. 9, Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let’s Play; Oct. 9, Eddie Izzard; Oct. 12, The Rock Orchestra; Oct. 17, Matthew Sweet; […]

Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center

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

Oct. 10, Studio Two presents The Early Beatles; Oct. 11, Moondance—The Ultimate Van Morrison Tribute Concert; Oct. 12, Uncaged, Zac Brown Tribute; Oct. 13, Kennett Symphony; Oct. 18, Awaken, a […]

The Great Pumpkin Carve 2024

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

Over 70 giant pumpkins are carved by local artists and will then be lit and displayed. Enjoy a kid-friendly Haunted Trail, raffle prizes and live music. Food, local craft beer […]

Chester County Library’s Halloween Door Tour

Doors and porches in West Chester are decorated for Halloween. Vote for best decorations in three categories — funniest, scariest and most original. Look for the Halloween Door Tour sign […]

First State Ballet Theatre Presents “Romeo & Juliet”

The Grand Wilmington 1007 N. Market St., Wilmington

Don’t miss the drama and passion set to the beautiful score by Sergei Prokofiev as this production makes its debut on the main stage in Copeland Hall at The Grand […]

Taste! Philadelphia

Valley Forge Casino Resort 1160 First Ave., King of Prussia

Featuring over 145 exhibitors along with demonstrations, tastings from wineries, breweries and distilleries, samples from chefs and restaurants in the region, exhibits and more. Valley Forge Casino Resort, 1160 First […]

Hagley Craft Fair

Hagley Museum 200 Hagley Rd, Wilmington

Artisans display and sell their fine arts, crafts and gourmet items. Refreshments available. Hagley Museum & Library, 298 Buck Rd., Wilmington. Sat, 10 to 5; Sun, 10 to 4. $8–$12. […]

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Chestertown RiverArts Studio Tour

Chestertown RiverArts 315 High St, Chestertown

Choose from 60 artists on the self-guided studio tour, chat about their inspirations and see how they actually create their work. Start at the RiverArts Gallery, 315 High St., Chestertown. […]

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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

White Horse Village Octofair

White Horse Village 535 Gradyville Rd, Newtown Square

Fun for the whole family with auctions, raffles, breakfast and lunch fare, vendors, children’s activities and a meet and greet with animals from LaMancha Animal Rescue. 535 Gradyville Rd., Newtown […]

International Archeology Day at Newlin Grist Mill

Newlin Grist Mill 19 Cheyney Rd, Glen Mills

All are invited to assist professional archaeologists with excavations at Newlin Grist Mill as the site celebrates and participates in International Archaeology Day. 219 Cheyney Rd., Glen Mills. 10 to […]

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Kalmar Nyckel, Tall Ship of Delaware

Copeland Maritime Center 1124 E 7th St, Wilmington

Find adventure and outdoor fun, maritime history and cultural events with annual community festivals. July 13, Captain Kidd’s Pirate Adventure Day, noon to 4 pm; Oct. 19, Halloween Ghost Ship, […]