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“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 […]

Brandywine Museum of Art Presents …

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

“Tell Me a Story Where the Bad Girl Wins: The Life and Art of Barbara Shermund.” The exhibition spotlights the career of one of the first women cartoonists to work […]

Delaware Art Museum

Delaware Art Museum 2301 Kentmere Pkwy, Wilmington

Mar. 1–July 27, “Inked Impressions: Etchings in the Age of Whistler.” Mar. 15–Sept. 7, “Marisol to Warhol: Printmaking and Creative Collaboration.” 2301 Kentmere Pkwy., Wilmington. Wed, 10 to 4; Thurs, […]

Bird-in-Hand Stage

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

Apr. 3–Aug. 2, “The Rise and Fall of Miss Fannie’s Biscuits.” Apr. 12–Oct. 18, Ryan & Friends: Lifetime of Laughter. 2760 #A Old Philadelphia Pk., Bird-in-Hand. Times and tickets, 717-768-1568; […]

American Music Theatre

American Music Theatre 2425 Lincoln Hwy, E. Lancaster

Here are just a few—check the website for more: Apr. 5, Melissa Etheridge; Apr. 17, The Temptations & The Four Tops; Apr. 18, Bonnie Raitt; May 3, Stayin’ Alive: One […]

Dutch Apple Theatre

Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre 510 Centerville Rd., Lancaster

Apr. 11–May 17, “Fiddler on the Roof.” May 23–June 21, “We Will Rock You” music of Queen. 510 Centerville Rd., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-898-1900; DutchApple.com.

At The Fulton

Fulton Theatre 12 N. Prince St.,, Lancaster

Apr. 11–May 11, “Anastasia: The Musical.” June 13–July 20, “Cats.” 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-397-7425; TheFulton.org.

Bucks County Designer House and Gardens

This year, visit Hidden Trail Farm, a 14-acre property and farmhouse in Ivyland. Preview Apr. 25, with open bar, music, food, 6 pm, $275. Benefits Doylestown Health and Village Improvement […]

“Forever Plaid” at Fulton Theatre

Fulton Theatre 12 N. Prince St.,, Lancaster

Sing along to the songs and enjoy the delightful patter that keeps audiences rolling in the aisles when they’re not humming along to some of the great pop hits of […]

“Grease” at Media Theatre

The Media Theatre 104 E. State St., Media

Join Danny, Sandy, Rizzo & all of the rebels you love as they experience the highs and lows of the teenage dream. 104 E. State St., Media. Times and tickets, […]

At The Grand in Wilmington

The Grand Wilmington 1007 N. Market St., Wilmington

May 3, Saturday Night Jokes; May 7, Jon Anderson and The Band Geeks perform the music of Yes; May 10, The Weight Band; May 23, Roger McGuinn. 818 N. Market […]

At The Colonial Theatre in Phoenixville

The Colonial Theatre 227 Bridge St., Phoenixville

May 3, Shannon Curtis: 80s kids; May 17, The Ledbetters & Superunknown: Tributes to Pearl Jam & Chris Cornell; May 21, Phoenixville Area High School’s Vocal Fusion Spring Concert. 227 […]

Festival of Fountains at Longwood

Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square

Revisit nature and revel in brilliant blooms to stunning vistas from the Conservatory Overlook as you watch dancing fountains. 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square. Thurs–Sat, 9:15 pm. $18–$25. 610-388-1000; LongwoodGardens.org.

“Alice in Wonderland” at Media Theatre

The Media Theatre 104 E. State St., Media

A perfect blend of farce and heartfelt humanity, this rendition of the classic tale promises an unforgettable experience for audiences of all ages. 104 E. State St., Media. Times and […]

Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center

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

May 15, Chelsea Reed and the Fair Weather Band; May 16–18, “Mean Girls, High School Version”; May 22, The Laugh Lounge with Heather Shaw; May 31, The Great Dubois—Master of […]

7th Annual Festival of the Peony

Styer's Peonies 4313 S. Creek Rd., Chadds Ford

Walk through 25 acres with more than 55,000 peonies and cut your own to take home. Bring a vase for transporting your peonies. 4313 S. Creek Rd., Chadds Ford. Daily […]

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Open-Air Market in West Chester

Downtown West Chester West Chester

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

Brandywine Ballet Presents “Sleeping Beauty”

Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, West Chester University 700 S. High St., West Chester

The story of Princess Aurora, who was born to the king and queen of a magical fairytale kingdom and cursed by a wicked fairy. Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, 700 […]

Derby at the Vineyard

Penns Woods Winery 124 Beaver Valley Rd., Chadds Ford

A hunter derby horse show in Penns Woods’ vineyard with wine, local beer and cider, live music, food trucks, artisan vendors and more. Penns Woods Winery, 124 Beaver Valley Rd., […]

Tough Mudder

Plantation Field 347 Green Valley Rd, Coatesville

Participants test themselves against miles of muddy, winding trails and legendary obstacles. Plantation Field, 387 N. Green Valley Rd., Unionville. 8 to 5. Spectator and mudder village pass, $15. ToughMudder.com.

HerStory: A Timeline of Women in America

Historic Sugartown 260 Spring Rd, Malvern

A living history encampment that brings the stories of American women’s lives in the 19th century to the spotlight through display, demonstration, performance and presentations. Presented by Historic Sugartown, 260 […]

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Clover Markets in Bryn Mawr & Kennett Square

Bryn Mawr Farmers Market 7 N. Bryn Mawr Ave., Bryn Mawr +1 more

Featuring 100 curated vendors with a wide variety of handmade and vintage goods along with food trucks, live music, beer and wine, free kids crafts and many additional shopping and […]

The Arc of Chester County Bubble Walk & Fun Day

West Goshen Community Park 900 Lawrence Dr., West Chester

Enjoy food, music, dancing, activities and more at this event held by The Arc of Chester County, advocating for individuals with disabilities and their families. West Goshen Community Park, 900 […]

7th Annual Brandywine Backyard BBQ Festival

New Garden Park 8936 Gap Newport Pk., Landenberg

Fun for the whole family with live music, BBQ, burgers, wine and beer and a variety of food trucks offering tasty desserts and drinks — all in a relaxed, picnic-style […]

Malvern Welcomes Spring with The Perennial Party

Burke Park 26 S. Warren Ave, Malvern

Bring a chair or blanket and relax while enjoying performances by a local choir and a guitarist. The Chester County Beekeepers and a master gardener will also be on hand, […]