Events

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 your visits across the entire spring, summer and fall. For tickets, VisitWilmingtonDE.com/Passport.

Battle at Chadds Ford—Historic Chadds Ford Days

Chadds Ford Historical Society 1736 N. Creek Rd., Chadds Ford, PA, United States

Take a historical journey back to September 11, 1777, when the British army engaged Washington’s troops at Chad’s Ford. Two timed skirmishes and a firing demo will take place each day with reenactors and demonstrators. Live music, food and beverages available. 1736 Creek Rd., Chadds Ford. Sat, 10 to 5; Sun, 10 to 4. $5–$10. […]

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West Chester Railroad Summer Picnic Special

West Chester RR Station 203 E Market St, West Chester, PA, United States

Enjoy a train ride from West Chester to Glen Mills and return on a summer afternoon. Pack a lunch to have during our stop at the Glen Mills train station picnic grove. 230 E. Market St., West Chester. Noon. $25. WCRailroad.com.

SALT Performing Arts Presents “The SpongeBob Musical”

SALT Performing Arts 1685 Art School Rd, Chester Springs, PA

Based on the animated series, featuring irresistible characters and magical music. Bring canned pineapple for the Chester County Food Bank. 1645 Art School Rd., Chester Springs. Times and tickets, SALTPA.com.

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Kalmar Nyckel, Tall Ship of Delaware

Copeland Maritime Center 1124 E 7th St, Wilmington, United States

Find adventure and outdoor fun, maritime history and cultural events with annual community festivals. Sept. 20, King Neptune Gala; Oct. 18, Halloween Ghost Ship. Copeland Maritime Center at the Kalmar Nyckel Shipyard, 1124 E. 7th St. KalmarNyckel.org.

Fall Festival at Newlin Grist Mill

Newlin Grist Mill 19 Cheyney Rd, Glen Mills, PA

Featuring a variety of historic skills and trades demonstrations, archaeological excavations and activities, hayrides and hands-on activities for kids of all ages. Visit the vendors of handcrafted goods in the Colonial Market and enjoy locally made beer, wine and food vendors at the Tavern. 219 S. Cheyney Rd., Glen Mills. 10 to 4. Free. NewlinGristMill.org.

Paoli Battlefield Heritage Day

Paoli Battlefield Monument & Wayne Aves, Malvern, PA

Enjoy the American Military Timeline and see how the soldiers dressed and what they carried into battle. Stop by the food trucks and beer tent and enjoy face painting for the kids and many other crafters and vendors. 1st & Wayne Aves., Malvern. 11 to 4. $10. PBPFInc.org.

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West Chester Railroad Summer Picnic Special

West Chester RR Station 203 E Market St, West Chester, PA, United States

Enjoy a train ride from West Chester to Glen Mills and return on a summer afternoon. Pack a lunch to have during our stop at the Glen Mills train station picnic grove. 230 E. Market St., West Chester. Noon. $25. WCRailroad.com.

Canine Partners for Life Fall Festival Featuring Cow Bingo

Canine Partners for Life 334 Faggs Manor Rd, Cochranville, PA, United States

Spend the afternoon visiting with puppies at the puppy kissing booth, watching service dog demonstrations, touring the kennel, shopping local vendors and enjoying a variety of food trucks, then try your luck at Cow Bingo. 334 Faggs Manor Rd., Cochranville. Noon to 4. Free. K94Life.org.

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Family Fun at Brandywine Zoo

Brandywine Zoo 1001 N. Park Drive, Wilmington, DE

July 10, Family Fun Night—special evening hours with a reduced admission fee of $2. Enjoy $1 hot dogs and $1 soft drinks. July 24, Aug, 21, Sept. 25, Sip & Stroll—go a little wild at the family-friendly event. You’ll sip, stroll and learn while enjoying beer and touring the zoo after hours. Fun animal encounters […]