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West Chester Railroad Summer Picnic Special
West Chester Railroad Station 203 E Market St, West ChesterWeek of Events
Universal Theme Parks: The Exhibition at The Franklin Institute
Step inside the creative and innovative world of theme parks through the lens of Universal’s attractions, including Jaws, Minions, Sing, Super Nintendo World and more. You’ll experience the creativity, artistry and innovation behind Universal’s most epic attractions. 222 N. 20th St., Philadelphia. Times and tickets, FI.edu.
Reads & Company Book Groups
Big Reads: Aug. 5, “Whistler” by Ann Patchett. Saturday Morning Storytime: Aug. 8, 15, 22, hosted by Miss Bailey. Then & Now: Aug. 25, “The Fish Can Sing” by Halldór Laxness. Check website for more. 234 Bridge St., Phoenixville. ReadsAndCompany.com
Pirates and Wenches Weekend in Rock Hall, MD
Drive or sail your boat and anchor out on the Chesapeake Bay. There’s plenty of live entertainment and pirate performers, costume contests, treasure hunts, kids activities, pirate ghost tours, rum tastings, the Buccaneer’s Ball and more on Main Street. Rock Hall, MD. Visit RockHallPirates.com.
58th Annual Goschenhoppen Folk Festival
The festival showcases the daily life of the Pennsylvania Germans in the 18th and 19th centuries. Henry Antes Plantation, 318 Colonial Rd., Perkiomenville. Fri, noon to 8; Sat, 10 to 6. $4–$15. Goschenhoppen.org
Reads & Company Book Groups
Big Reads: Aug. 5, “Whistler” by Ann Patchett. Saturday Morning Storytime: Aug. 8, 15, 22, hosted by Miss Bailey. Then & Now: Aug. 25, “The Fish Can Sing” by Halldór Laxness. Check website for more. 234 Bridge St., Phoenixville. ReadsAndCompany.com
Sunday, August 2, 2026
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August 2, 2026 RecurringWest Chester Railroad Summer Picnic Special
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August 2, 2026 - RecurringSteamin’ Days at Auburn Heights
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August 2, 2026 -America 250 Celebration and Drone Show
West Chester Railroad Summer Picnic Special
Enjoy a train ride from West Chester to Glen Mills and return on a summer afternoon. Pack a lunch to have during your stop at the Glen Mills train station picnic grove. 230 E. Market St., West Chester. Noon. $25. WCRailroad.com
Steamin’ Days at Auburn Heights
Climb into an antique automobile or board one of the trains and experience what it was like to travel at the turn of the 20th century. Tour the 1897 mansion that was home to three generations of the Marshall family. 3000 Creek Rd., Hockessin, DE. 12:30 to 4:30. $10–$15. AuburnHeights.org
America 250 Celebration and Drone Show
Experience a large street festival-style event to commemorate the nation’s birthday. Watch 30 reenactment groups, military and EMS vehicles, and historical figures line up on Gay St. in West Chester, 4 to 8 p.m. The event kicks off with a reading of the Declaration of Independence, wishing wall and historic flag raising at the Courthouse. […]
Monday, August 3, 2026
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August 3, 2026 RecurringCatch a Flick at Eagleview Town Center
Catch a Flick at Eagleview Town Center
Bring your blankets, lawn chairs and loved ones for an evening of outdoor cinema. July 6, “WALL-E;” July 20, “Ratatouille;” Aug. 3, “Zootopia;” Aug. 17, “10 Things I Hate About You.” 565 Wellington Sq., Exton. 7 pm. Free. EagleviewTownCenter.com
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
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August 4, 2026 -National Night Out Against Crime/Touch A Truck Day
National Night Out Against Crime/Touch A Truck Day
Join the West Chester and West Goshen Police Departments for special events including fun vehicles, food trucks, moon bounces, rides and more. Henderson High School, 400 Montgomery Ave., West Chester. 6 to 9 pm. Free. West-Chester.com
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
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Thursday, August 6, 2026
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August 6, 2026 RecurringWinterthur—Story Time in the Enchanted Woods
Winterthur—Story Time in the Enchanted Woods
Ages 3–6 sit among the Story Stones to hear nature-based stories. Afterwards, they’ll enjoy a sensory station with objects and activities to match the day’s story. Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library, 5105 Kennett Pk., Winterthur. 11 am. $8–$25. Winterthur.org
Friday, August 7, 2026
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August 7, 2026 RecurringPlayIn Time Music Circle at Stoneleigh: A Natural Garden
PlayIn Time Music Circle at Stoneleigh: A Natural Garden
Bring your shakers, sticks or other percussive instruments to this interactive musical program geared toward children up to age 5 and their parents or caregivers. 1829 County Line Rd., Villanova. 10:15 am. $25. NatLands.org
Saturday, August 8, 2026
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August 8, 2026 -Linvilla Orchards Peach and Sunflower Festival
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August 8, 2026 -97th Annual Old Fiddler’s Picnic
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August 8, 2026 -Malvern Community Day
Linvilla Orchards Peach and Sunflower Festival
A pick-your-own ticket includes a hayride to and from the field and an empty container to fill. Limited-time specials at the Harvest Grill include a vanilla and peach cider slushie, Peach Frozen Lemonade, Peach Cider Slushie and more. 137 W. Knowlton Rd., Media. 8 am to 6 pm. Linvilla.com
97th Annual Old Fiddler’s Picnic
Enjoy the stage show or stroll through Fiddler’s Cove to listen as musicians play tunes using a variety of instruments performing bluegrass, old-time and gospel. Vendors include crafts, foods and novelties. Hibernia County Park, 1 Park Rd., Coatesville. 10 to 4. Free. ChesCo.org
Malvern Community Day
Mark your calendars for Malvern’s massive birthday bash (est. Aug. 13, 1889). Bring family and neighbors for a day packed with live music, incredible food and nonstop activities. Burke Park, Malvern. 3 to 6. Free. Malvern.org