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Brandywine Treasure Trail Passport

Gather your family or closest friends and visit the 12 inspiring attractions across Wilmington & the Brandywine Valley. With the Passport you can explore at your own pace or spread […]

Delaware Art Museum

Delaware Art Museum 2301 Kentmere Pkwy, Wilmington

“Warm Room: Photographs from Historic Greenhouses by Peter A. Moriarty,” historic greenhouses worldwide, capturing their light-filled architecture in gelatin-silver prints. 2301 Kentmere Pkwy., Wilmington. Wed–Sun, 10 to 4. $14–$25. DelArt.org.

“Ragtime” at The Candlelight Theatre

Candlelight Theatre 2208 Millers Rd, Wilmington

Three uniquely American tales are woven together and united by their shared belief in the promise of the future. 2208 Millers Rd., Wilmington. Times and tickets, 302-475-2313; CandlelightTheatreDelaware.org.

“The Unexpected 3rd” at People’s Light

People's Light 39 Conestoga Rd, Malvern

Award-winning theater artist Kathryn Grody explores a surreal, devastating and hilarious potpourri of self-discoveries at 75 years young. 39 Conestoga Rd., Malvern. Times and tickets, PeoplesLight.org.

Delaware Art Museum

Delaware Art Museum 2301 Kentmere Pkwy, Wilmington

Through Feb. 15, “In Focus: Photographing Plants,” featuring plant pictures from the 20th and 21st centuries. Through Mar 1, “Imprinted: Illustrating Race,” examines imagery over the course of more than […]

Brandywine Museum of Art

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

Through Mar. 1, “Jerrell Gibbs: No Solace in the Shade,” the first decade of contemporary Baltimore artist Jerrell Gibbs’s career and his first one-person museum exhibition. Through May. 17, “John […]

Reads & Company

Reads & Company 234 Bridge St., Phoenixville

The Big Reads Book Group: Oct. 1, “Lessons in Magic and Disaster” by Charlie Jane Anders. First Friday Book Signing: Oct. 3, “Street Cats and Where To Find Them” by […]

39th Annual Phoenixville Run

Reeves Park 2nd & Main Sts, Phoenixville

Oct. 1–25, Virtual Challenge. Oct. 25, in-person 5K and 10K events. Benefits Citizen Advocacy of Chester County. Reeves Park, 2nd Ave. & Main St. 8:30 am. $40. Phoenixville.org

Crush Cancer Wine & Ale Trail

Experience 38 local eateries, wineries, breweries and distilleries with a passport for complimentary beverages. The Wine & Ale Trail app is your ticket to enjoying one complimentary beverage at each […]

“Young Frankenstein” at Media Theatre

The Media Theatre 104 E. State St., Media

An adaptation of this legendarily funny film by comedic genius Mel Brooks into a brilliant stage creation. 104 E. State St., Media. Times and tickets, MediaTheatre.org.

The Keswick Theatre

Keswick Theatre 291 N. Keswick Ave, Glenside

Oct. 3, Magical Mystery Doors Tribute to The Beatles, Led Zeppelin & The Doors; Oct. 5, Buena Vista Orchestra; Oct. 9, Yes; Oct. 10, Genesis Live; Oct. 17, 38 Special; […]

Garden Railway at Longwood Gardens

Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square

A multi-level world in miniature, complete with a seasonally changing plant palette. The Garden Railway features a collection of models that represent and recreate many of Longwood’s features in miniature—including […]

Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center

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

Oct. 4, New York’s Finest: A Tribute to Sting & the Police; Oct. 5, Nellie McKay; Oct. 12, The Drifters; Oct. 15, Greatest Moments of Philly Sports; Oct. 17, It’s […]

Chilling West Chester: A Dark History Walking Tour

Chester County History Center 225 North High Street, West Chester

True tales of murder, mischief and misadventure, pulled from the archives of the Chester County History Center on a 90-minute walking tour. 225 N. High St., West Chester. 6 to […]

At The Grand in Wilmington

The Grand Wilmington 1007 N. Market St., Wilmington

Oct. 9, Leo Kottke; Oct. 17, Patton Oswalt; Oct. 25, Mandy Patinkin in Concert; Oct 29, The Price is Right Live! Nov. 1, Il Divo By Candlelight Nov. 2, Get […]

Maryland 5 Star at Fair Hill

Fair Hill Grounds 4600 Telegraph Rd, Elkton

This equestrian event features dressage, cross country and show jumping and a wide variety of activities and attractions from live music and shopping to local food vendors and a beer, […]

Hagley Craft Fair

Hagley Museum 200 Hagley Rd, Wilmington

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

Crossroads Music Festival in Oxford

Oxford Area Historical Association 119 S. 5th St., Oxford +1 more

Featuring bluegrass, folk and old-time music from five regional acts plus music workshops, craft vendors, food trucks, raffles, outdoor games and dancing. Benefits the Oxford Area Historical Association. Sat, OAHA […]

Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire

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Mount 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, […]

Tours at Margaret Esherick House

Margaret Esherick House 204 Sunrise Ln., Philadelphia

Tour this private residence, one of only two examples of collaboration between Wharton Esherick and renowned architect Louis Kahn. 204 Sunrise Ln., Philadelphia. 10 am, 12:30 pm and 2:30. $50. […]

11th Annual Miles for Mutts To Love a Canine Rescue Event

Wilson Farm Park 500 Lee Rd, Chesterbrook

Grab your four- legged running or walking buddy and join TLC Rescue for a fun 5K race and 1-mile fun walk raising money for veterinary care for rescue dogs. Register […]

Clover Market

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

Shop from a curated lineup offering handmade, antique and vintage wares, plus enjoy food trucks, music and more at two locations in October. Oct. 5, 7 N. Bryn Mawr Ave., […]

Fall Festival at East Bradford Park

East Bradford Park 835 Kenmara Drive, West Chester

Featuring live music, food and beer trucks, activities for kids and seasonal activities. 835 Kenmara Dr., West Chester. Noon to 4. EastBradford.org.

Chaddsford Winery Adult Trick-or-Treat

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Chaddsford Winery 632 Baltimore Pike, Chadds Ford

Enjoy seasonal fun with an outdoor walking tour where you’ll visit Halloween-themed pairing stations and receive tips, pairing notes and a menu from a wine guide. Food trucks onsite. Chaddsford […]

Taste Kennett Food Tours

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Market at Liberty Place 148 W. State St., Kennett Square

Savor, stroll, smile! Embark on a culinary adventure through historic downtown Kennett Square. The guided food tour includes an afternoon of visiting five of Kennett Square’s unique restaurants, one wine […]

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