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, 10 to 8; Fri–Sun, 10 to 4. $6–$12, Sun, free. 302-571-9590; DelArt.org.
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18 events,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; Bird-In-Hand.com/Stage. 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. Through June 15, “Andrew Wyeth: Human Nature.” Through July 13, “Tell me a Story Where the Bad Girl Wins: The Life and Art of Barbara Shermund.” Through Sept. 7, “This Earthen Door: Nature as Muse and Material.” Through Sept. 28, “Andrew Wyeth at Kuerner Farm: The Eye of the Earth.” 1 Hoffman’s Mill Rd., Chadds […] 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. Aug. 13, Ozomatli; Aug. 15, The Million Dollar Experience: The Music of Elvis, Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins & Roy Orbison; Aug. 16, Yo Gabba Gabba! Live!; Aug. 22, Friends of the Brothers; Aug. 24, Silversun Pickups; Aug. 29, Blackberry Smoke; Sept. 5, The Farewell Tour: Al Stewart. 291 N. Keswick Ave., Glenside. […] “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. The nation’s oldest African American festival celebrating freedom of religion and speech and the right of assembly. Tubman-Garrett Riverfront Park, Rosa Parks Dr. AugustQuarterly.org. An outdoor gallery filled with 200+ juried artisans offering clothing, jewelry, pottery, hand-crafted furniture, functional art and more. Enjoy local culinary treats as well as wine and craft beer. 1441 Harrisburg Pk., Lancaster. Fri–Sat, 10 to 6; Sun, 10 to 5. $15. LongsPark.org. Dine outside or enjoy a drink with friends, explore the boutiques and retail stores or take in a show. Road closed on 100 and 200 blocks of Bridge St. from 4 pm Fri through 7 am Mon. Fri, 4 to 10; Sat–Sun, 7 am to 10 pm. PhoenixvilleFirst.org. 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 the Open-Air Market every weekend (Fri morning through Mon morning). DowntownWestChester.com. A Chester County tradition featuring lots of activities, including pony rides, Mounted Parade of Hounds, pet parade, live music, country fair midway and, of course, the Horse Show, beginning at 8 am daily. Ludwig’s Corner Horse Show Grounds, 1326 Pottstown Pk., Glenmoore. Midway is open 11 to 4. $10/carload. LudwigsHorseShow.com. 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, 11 to 8. $22–$38. PARenFaire.com. 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square. LongwoodGardens.org. 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. 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 tasting, as well as a market and local ice cream shop. Tours begin at the Market at Liberty Place, 148 W. State St., Kennett Square. […] Parents, this one is for you. Celebrate the end of summer and kids going back to school with a bounce house, food trucks, face painting, ice cream and more. 2100 Strasburg Rd., Coatesville. 3 pm. BrothersKershner.com. |
13 events,Their mission is to inspire an appreciation for the beauty and value of native plants and a commitment to protect the habitats that sustain them. Register at MtCubaCenter.org. Classics Book Club: Sept. 3, “Catch-22” by Joseph Heller, 2 pm. NonFiction Book Group: Sept. 11, “Going Infinite: The Rise and Fall of a New Tycoon” by Michael Lewis, 7 pm. Fiction Book Group: Sept. 17 & 18, “Jackie” by Dawn Tripp, Wed, 2 pm; Thurs, 2 & 7 pm. 549 Wellington Sq., Exton. WellingtonSquareBooks.com. Stroll. Shop. Dine. Restaurants set up tables on State Street, which is closed from Jackson to Orange, for this summer-long outdoor dining event. Check VisitMediaPA.com for participating restaurants. 389 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. Wed., Fri., Sat., 6 to 4. 610-688-9856. LancasterCountyFarmersMarket.com. This tour will explore how diseases impacted families, changed burial practices and how the borough worked to overcome cholera, typhoid, diphtheria, rabies and smallpox. 225 N. High St., West Chester. 6 pm. $16. MyCCHC.org. The Big Reads Book Group: Sept. 3, “Vera, or Faith” by Gary Shteyngart. International Voices Book Group: Sept. 10, “The Lion Women of Tehran” by Marjan Kamali. Kiss and Tell Romance Book Group: Sept. 17, “Before I Let Go” by Kennedy Ryan. Then and Now Book Group: Sept. 23, “Drive Your Plow Over the Bones […] |
14 events,Sept. 4, Better than Bacon; Sept. 5, ’90s Rockfest; Sept. 11, The Laugh Lounge; Sept. 12, Portrait of Aretha; Sept. 18, Jazz Cocktail Hour; Oct. 4, New York’s Finest: A Tribute to Sting & the Police. 226 N. High St., West Chester. Times and tickets, UptownWestChester.org. Sept. 4, The Music of ABBA; Sept. 7, George Thorogood and the Destroyers; Sept. 10, Celtic Thunder; Sept. 13, Motown Magic; Sept. 14, Trombone Shorty; Sept. 19, The Ultimate Tribute to the Bee Gees; Sept. 20, An Evening with Cowboy Junkies; Sept. 24, Ana Popovic; Sept. 27, Damon Williams; Oct. 3, Violent Femmes; Oct. 5, […] 1165 Wilmington Pk., West Chester. Thurs, 9 to 6, Fri, 9 to 8, Sat. 8 to 4. 610-492-5700; WestChesterAmishMarket.com. Eagleview Town Center, Wellington Square, Exton. Thurs. 3 to 7. 610-836-1391; GrowingRootsPartners.com Summer series features live music, local brews, lawn games, wine, cocktails and food vendors. 2301 Kentmere Pkwy. N. Terrace, Copeland Sculpture Garden, Wilmington. 5 to 7:30 pm. Free. DelArt.org. Busted Band—Will’s & Bill’s will be providing beverages—Kona Ice will be providing sweet treats. Wilson Farm Park, 500 Lee Rd., Chesterbrook. 7 pm. Free. Tredyffrin.org. |
19 events,Nationally recognized motor car exhibition and other car events with special guests: racing legend David Hobbs and motorcycle trailblazer Erik Buell. Benefits Thorncroft Equestrian Center. Sept. 5, Welcome Barbecue; Sept. 6, The Bill O’Connell Memorial Road Rally, gala and auction; Sept. 7, The Concours d’Elegance. Radnor Hunt, 826 Providence Rd., Malvern. Gen. adm., $40–$80. RadnorConcours.org. Sept. 5, Gabby Barrett with special guest Payton Smith; Sept. 6, Get the Led Out; Sept. 7, The Malpass Brothers and Wilson Fairchild; Sept. 11, The Nelsons; Sept. 14, Celtic Thunder: An Intimate Evening; Sept. 15, ZZ Top; Sept. 18, Clint Black: Back on the Blacktop Tour; Sept. 19, The Texas Tenors; Sept. 21, The […] Dine outside or enjoy a drink with friends, explore the boutiques and retail stores or take in a show. Road closed on 100 and 200 blocks of Bridge St. from 4 pm Fri through 7 am Mon. Fri, 4 to 10; Sat–Sun, 7 am to 10 pm. PhoenixvilleFirst.org. 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 the Open-Air Market every weekend (Fri morning through Mon morning). DowntownWestChester.com. 389 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. Wed., Fri., Sat., 6 to 4. 610-688-9856. LancasterCountyFarmersMarket.com.
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One of downtown Oxford’s biggest events, with the capacity for over 200 cars, trucks and bikes on the streets. 13 S. 3rd St., Oxford. 3 to 8 pm. OxfordMainstreet.com. Spectators picnic and tailgate at the grounds. 232 Polo Rd., Toughkenamon. Friday Twilight Polo—gates open at 5; match at 5:30. Sun, gates open at 1:30; match at 3, $15–$20. Canceled for rain or extreme heat. 610-268-8692; BrandywinePolo.com. |
30 events,Enjoy 50 local, regional and national craft breweries, live music, gourmet food and artisan vendors. Benefits Historic Odessa Fdn. 202 Main St., Odessa, DE. OdessaBrewfest.com. Over 200 artisans from all over the country display and sell their work. 1001 N. Park Dr. Sat, 10 to 6; Sun, 10 to 4. $5. BrandywineArts.com. This show features exhibitors in many mediums, including apothecary, artisanal foods, ceramics, digital art, decorative and wearable fiber, glass, jewelry and more. Food and beverage trucks on site. 1326 Pottstown Pk., Glenmoore. Daily, 10 to 5. $6. RoseSquared.com. Find experts, inspiration and more at this show. Valley Forge Casino Resort, 1160 1st Ave., King of Prussia. Sat, 10 to 8; Sun, 10 to 5. Free with online registration or $10 at the door. GreaterPhillyHomeShows.com. Enjoy tasty mushroom dishes, exhibits, demos, kids activities and craft vendors. 600 S. Broad St. lot. Sat, 10 to 6; Sun, 9 to 4. $5, cash only. MushroomFestival.org. Aug. 1, Britain’s Finest; Aug. 24, Jimmie Vaughan & The Tilt-A-Whirl Band; Sept. 6, Dann Pell–Songs to Ground and Uplift. 227 Bridge St., Phoenixville. Times and tickets, TheColonialTheatre.com. 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, 11 to 8. $22–$38. PARenFaire.com. 389 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. Wed., Fri., Sat., 6 to 4. 610-688-9856. LancasterCountyFarmersMarket.com. Warren Ave. & Roberts Rd., Sat. 9 to 1. 610-836-1391. GrowingRootsPartners.com. Enjoy scenic views, delicious wine, live music, food trucks, live music and more. HEADstrong Foundation is the charity partner for this race. Penns Woods Winery, 124 Beaver Valley Rd., Chadds Ford. Yoga, 9 am; race, 9:20. $48. PennsWoodsWinery.com. |
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23 events,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. 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. $8–$15. AuburnHeights.org. 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 tasting, as well as a market and local ice cream shop. Tours begin at the Market at Liberty Place, 148 W. State St., Kennett Square. […] |
10 events,Sept. 8, Mad! Tour–Sparks; Sept. 9, The Watekeswickrboys; Sept. 10, 10CC; Sept. 13, Tom Petty Tribute: The Breakers; Sept. 18, CoComelon Sing-A-Long Live; Sept. 20, An Evening with Emerson, Lake & Palmer; Sept. 25, Shaun Cassidy; Sept. 26, Mo’Nique & Friends; Sept. 28, Steve Hofstetter. 291 N. Keswick Ave., Glenside. Times and tickets, KeswickTheatre.com. |
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16 events,Bring a chair and a picnic dinner and sway to the West Chester Swing Kings as they cover a wide repertoire of songs from Glenn Miller to Brian Setzer. Oakbourne Park, 1014 S. Concord Rd., Wesst Chester. Free. WesttownPA.org. Stroll. Shop. Dine. Restaurants set up tables on State Street, which is closed from Jackson to Orange, for this summer-long outdoor dining event. Check VisitMediaPA.com for participating restaurants. 389 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. Wed., Fri., Sat., 6 to 4. 610-688-9856. LancasterCountyFarmersMarket.com. This tour will explore how diseases impacted families, changed burial practices and how the borough worked to overcome cholera, typhoid, diphtheria, rabies and smallpox. 225 N. High St., West Chester. 6 pm. $16. MyCCHC.org. The film explores visionary relationships with water, inspiring positive change. Kennett Library, 320 E. State St., Kennett Square. Doors open at 6 for light refreshments, movie at 6:30. Free, but need to RSVP at StroudCenter.org. |
15 events,Classics Book Club: Sept. 3, “Catch-22” by Joseph Heller, 2 pm. NonFiction Book Group: Sept. 11, “Going Infinite: The Rise and Fall of a New Tycoon” by Michael Lewis, 7 pm. Fiction Book Group: Sept. 17 & 18, “Jackie” by Dawn Tripp, Wed, 2 pm; Thurs, 2 & 7 pm. 549 Wellington Sq., Exton. WellingtonSquareBooks.com. 1165 Wilmington Pk., West Chester. Thurs, 9 to 6, Fri, 9 to 8, Sat. 8 to 4. 610-492-5700; WestChesterAmishMarket.com. Eagleview Town Center, Wellington Square, Exton. Thurs. 3 to 7. 610-836-1391; GrowingRootsPartners.com Summer series features live music, local brews, lawn games, wine, cocktails and food vendors. 2301 Kentmere Pkwy. N. Terrace, Copeland Sculpture Garden, Wilmington. 5 to 7:30 pm. Free. DelArt.org. With hauntingly hilarious comedy, powerhouse vocals and a dash of magic, this live spectacle brings the cult classic to the stage like never before. 291 N. Keswick Ave., Glenside. 8 pm. Tickets, KeswickTheatre.com. |
18 events,A warm-hearted study of the relationship between an aging white Southern lady and a proud, soft-spoken Black man. 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-397-7425; TheFulton.org. Sept. 12, Tucked In; Sept. 26, Better Than Bacon; Sept. 27, The Jayhawks; Oct. 1, Eric Johnson–Texaphonic Tour 2025. 227 Bridge St., Phoenixville. Times and tickets, TheColonialTheatre.com. Dine outside or enjoy a drink with friends, explore the boutiques and retail stores or take in a show. Road closed on 100 and 200 blocks of Bridge St. from 4 pm Fri through 7 am Mon. Fri, 4 to 10; Sat–Sun, 7 am to 10 pm. PhoenixvilleFirst.org. 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 the Open-Air Market every weekend (Fri morning through Mon morning). DowntownWestChester.com. 389 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. Wed., Fri., Sat., 6 to 4. 610-688-9856. LancasterCountyFarmersMarket.com. Spectators picnic and tailgate at the grounds. 232 Polo Rd., Toughkenamon. Friday Twilight Polo—gates open at 5; match at 5:30. Sun, gates open at 1:30; match at 3, $15–$20. Canceled for rain or extreme heat. 610-268-8692; BrandywinePolo.com. Enjoy a captivating adaptation of the epic novel performed by Gerald Charles Dickens, the great-great-grandson of Charles Dickens. 5105 Kennett Pk., Winterthur, DE. 6 pm. $15–$40. Winterthur.org. |
28 events,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. Sept. 13, Mdou Moctar; Sept. 14, Robert Randolph. Township Bldg. Park, 175 W. Valley Forge Rd., King of Prussia. 7 pm. Visit website for tickets and more. UMTownship.org. 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. […] 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square. LongwoodGardens.org. 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, 11 to 8. $22–$38. PARenFaire.com. 389 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. Wed., Fri., Sat., 6 to 4. 610-688-9856. LancasterCountyFarmersMarket.com. Warren Ave. & Roberts Rd., Sat. 9 to 1. 610-836-1391. GrowingRootsPartners.com. Log Cabin Field, Kerr Park, Pennsylvania Ave., Sat. 9 to 1. 610-836-1391. GrowingRootsPartners.com |
22 events,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.
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Francisvale Home for Smaller Animals and Providence Animal Center invite you to an afternoon of adorable fun. Raffle baskets, lunch, music and, most importantly, adoptable pets strutting down the runway looking for the perfect home. Providence Animal Center, 555 Sandy Bank Rd., Media. Noon to 3:30 p.m. ProvidenceAC.org. 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 tasting, as well as a market and local ice cream shop. Tours begin at the Market at Liberty Place, 148 W. State St., Kennett Square. […] |
13 events,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. |
14 events,Sept. 16, “Beyond This Place of Wrath and Tears” by Jack Ford, 7 pm at Radnor Memorial Library, 114 W. Wayne Ave., Wayne. Sept. 30, “You’ve Found Oliver” by Dustin Thao with guest Chloe Gong, 6:30. 116 N. Wayne Ave., Wayne. MainPointBooks.com. |
21 events,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. A new play based on the true story of NHL player Brian “Spinner” Spencer. It’s a powerful tale of sacrifice, family and the lengths he went to to make his dreams a reality. 200 Water St., Wilmington. Times and tickets, DelawareTheatre.org. Classics Book Club: Sept. 3, “Catch-22” by Joseph Heller, 2 pm. NonFiction Book Group: Sept. 11, “Going Infinite: The Rise and Fall of a New Tycoon” by Michael Lewis, 7 pm. Fiction Book Group: Sept. 17 & 18, “Jackie” by Dawn Tripp, Wed, 2 pm; Thurs, 2 & 7 pm. 549 Wellington Sq., Exton. WellingtonSquareBooks.com. Stroll. Shop. Dine. Restaurants set up tables on State Street, which is closed from Jackson to Orange, for this summer-long outdoor dining event. Check VisitMediaPA.com for participating restaurants. 389 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. Wed., Fri., Sat., 6 to 4. 610-688-9856. LancasterCountyFarmersMarket.com. An unforgettable dining experience celebrating locally grown food and community. Featured: Sept. 17, Mike DiBianco of Ciro Food & Drink; Sept. 24, Gerald Allen and Friends. Hill Girt Farm, 4311 S. Creek Rd., Chadds Ford. 6 pm. $127. SIWVegetables.com/Field-To-Fork. This tour will explore how diseases impacted families, changed burial practices and how the borough worked to overcome cholera, typhoid, diphtheria, rabies and smallpox. 225 N. High St., West Chester. 6 pm. $16. MyCCHC.org. |
22 events,The festival is a celebration of independent film that includes screenings, filmmakers panels, workshops, after-parties and awards ceremony. The Colonial Theatre, 227 Bridge St., Phoenixville. Times and tickets, PhoenixvilleFilmFestival.com. Shop gently used women’s and children’s fall/winter clothing, shoes, accessories, purses, belts and jewelry. Benefits local charities. The Saturday Club, 117 W. Wayne Ave., Wayne. Thurs Preview, 5 to 8, $10. Fri, 9 to 7; Sat, 9 to 2; Sun, 9 to noon. SaturdayClub.org. Classics Book Club: Sept. 3, “Catch-22” by Joseph Heller, 2 pm. NonFiction Book Group: Sept. 11, “Going Infinite: The Rise and Fall of a New Tycoon” by Michael Lewis, 7 pm. Fiction Book Group: Sept. 17 & 18, “Jackie” by Dawn Tripp, Wed, 2 pm; Thurs, 2 & 7 pm. 549 Wellington Sq., Exton. WellingtonSquareBooks.com. 1165 Wilmington Pk., West Chester. Thurs, 9 to 6, Fri, 9 to 8, Sat. 8 to 4. 610-492-5700; WestChesterAmishMarket.com. Eagleview Town Center, Wellington Square, Exton. Thurs. 3 to 7. 610-836-1391; GrowingRootsPartners.com Summer series features live music, local brews, lawn games, wine, cocktails and food vendors. 2301 Kentmere Pkwy. N. Terrace, Copeland Sculpture Garden, Wilmington. 5 to 7:30 pm. Free. DelArt.org. Enjoy outdoor dining, extended shopping hours, live music, children’s activities, pop-up vendors and more. State Street is closed from Broad to Center Sts. from 5 to 10 pm every third Thursday. KennettCollaborative.org. |
24 events,Don’t miss this classic that continues to resonate with audiences. 226 N. High St., West Chester. Times and tickets, UptownWestChester.org. Benefits the Whitford Charitable Fund, a nonprofit organization giving back to qualified nonprofits in Chester County. Whitford Country Club, 600 Whitford Hills Rd., Exton. Visit ChescoCF.org/Fund/Whitford-Charitable-Fund. Dine outside or enjoy a drink with friends, explore the boutiques and retail stores or take in a show. Road closed on 100 and 200 blocks of Bridge St. from 4 pm Fri through 7 am Mon. Fri, 4 to 10; Sat–Sun, 7 am to 10 pm. PhoenixvilleFirst.org. 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 the Open-Air Market every weekend (Fri morning through Mon morning). DowntownWestChester.com. 389 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. Wed., Fri., Sat., 6 to 4. 610-688-9856. LancasterCountyFarmersMarket.com. Spectators picnic and tailgate at the grounds. 232 Polo Rd., Toughkenamon. Friday Twilight Polo—gates open at 5; match at 5:30. Sun, gates open at 1:30; match at 3, $15–$20. Canceled for rain or extreme heat. 610-268-8692; BrandywinePolo.com. |
36 events,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 three centuries, which has reflected and shaped perceptions of race across time. 2301 Kentmere Pkwy., Wilmington. Wed–Sun, 10 to 4. $14–$25. DelArt.org Brilliant dahlia blooms fill the ballroom in a display of many types, sizes and colors. 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square. Fri, 10 to 9; Sat, 10 to 6. Free with garden admission, $20–$35. LongwoodGardens.org. 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. Featuring over 100 artists, live music, kids activities and a selection of local food vendors, including beer and wine. 600 S. Broad St., Kennett Square. Sat, 10 to 6; Sun, noon to 4. $5. KennettArts.com. 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, 11 to 8. $22–$38. PARenFaire.com. 389 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. Wed., Fri., Sat., 6 to 4. 610-688-9856. LancasterCountyFarmersMarket.com.
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Explore the scenery, glimpse the history and discover the lure of the Brandywine. Choose from three scenic routes that take in the beautiful Brandywine Creek Greenway and surrounding countryside with distances of 25, 45 and 62 miles. Benefits the Brandywine Conservancy. Chadds Ford Historical Society, 1736 N. Creek Rd., Chadds Ford. 6:30 a.m. to 4:30 […] Warren Ave. & Roberts Rd., Sat. 9 to 1. 610-836-1391. GrowingRootsPartners.com. |
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Browse through more than 500 antique and restored cars and enjoy the vehicle parade, motoring music and food trucks. This year’s theme is Pony Cars—compact, sporty, highly-styled coupés or convertibles. 200 Hagley Creek Rd., Wilmington. 10 to 3. Advance tickets only; no day-of tickets. $25/carload. Hagley.org. 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.
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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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17 events,The Big Reads Book Group: Sept. 3, “Vera, or Faith” by Gary Shteyngart. International Voices Book Group: Sept. 10, “The Lion Women of Tehran” by Marjan Kamali. Kiss and Tell Romance Book Group: Sept. 17, “Before I Let Go” by Kennedy Ryan. Then and Now Book Group: Sept. 23, “Drive Your Plow Over the Bones […] |
21 events,Stroll. Shop. Dine. Restaurants set up tables on State Street, which is closed from Jackson to Orange, for this summer-long outdoor dining event. Check VisitMediaPA.com for participating restaurants. 389 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. Wed., Fri., Sat., 6 to 4. 610-688-9856. LancasterCountyFarmersMarket.com. An unforgettable dining experience celebrating locally grown food and community. Featured: Sept. 17, Mike DiBianco of Ciro Food & Drink; Sept. 24, Gerald Allen and Friends. Hill Girt Farm, 4311 S. Creek Rd., Chadds Ford. 6 pm. $127. SIWVegetables.com/Field-To-Fork. This tour will explore how diseases impacted families, changed burial practices and how the borough worked to overcome cholera, typhoid, diphtheria, rabies and smallpox. 225 N. High St., West Chester. 6 pm. $16. MyCCHC.org. |
21 events,1165 Wilmington Pk., West Chester. Thurs, 9 to 6, Fri, 9 to 8, Sat. 8 to 4. 610-492-5700; WestChesterAmishMarket.com. Eagleview Town Center, Wellington Square, Exton. Thurs. 3 to 7. 610-836-1391; GrowingRootsPartners.com 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 and activities for all ages. Limited number of tickets. Beer sold separately. Brandywine Park, 1001 N. Park Dr., Wilmington. 5 to 7. BrandywineZoo.org. 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 […] |
24 events,Sept. 12, Tucked In; Sept. 26, Better Than Bacon; Sept. 27, The Jayhawks; Oct. 1, Eric Johnson–Texaphonic Tour 2025. 227 Bridge St., Phoenixville. Times and tickets, TheColonialTheatre.com. 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 the Open-Air Market every weekend (Fri morning through Mon morning). DowntownWestChester.com. Dine outside or enjoy a drink with friends, explore the boutiques and retail stores or take in a show. Road closed on 100 and 200 blocks of Bridge St. from 4 pm Fri through 7 am Mon. Fri, 4 to 10; Sat–Sun, 7 am to 10 pm. PhoenixvilleFirst.org. 389 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. Wed., Fri., Sat., 6 to 4. 610-688-9856. LancasterCountyFarmersMarket.com.
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Take a ride to East Goshen Park, where over 100 artists line the trails. Enjoy the food trucks, live musical acts and a teen artist competition as you enjoy the artwork on display. Rain date, Sept. 27. 1661 Paoli Pk., West Chester. 10 to 4. EastGoshen.org. A weekend of Italian culture, cuisine and entertainment with carnival rides, a bocce tournament and a wine, beer and liquor piazza. Ripken Stadium, 873 Long Dr., Aberdeen, MD. Starts at noon. $12. MarylandItalianFestival.com. |
31 events,Participating restaurants offer $6 fall beers or ciders and fall-themed appetizers. Live music happening around town for you to enjoy as you walk to and from each restaurant. No tickets needed, simply show up at one of the participating locations and ask for the Oktoberfest specials. Note that Gay St. will be closed to vehicles […] 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square. LongwoodGardens.org. Sept. 12, Tucked In; Sept. 26, Better Than Bacon; Sept. 27, The Jayhawks; Oct. 1, Eric Johnson–Texaphonic Tour 2025. 227 Bridge St., Phoenixville. Times and tickets, TheColonialTheatre.com. 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, 11 to 8. $22–$38. PARenFaire.com. 389 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. Wed., Fri., Sat., 6 to 4. 610-688-9856. LancasterCountyFarmersMarket.com. Warren Ave. & Roberts Rd., Sat. 9 to 1. 610-836-1391. GrowingRootsPartners.com. Fun on the waterfront with a Dinghy Poker Run, vendors and family fun, boat docking competition, live music and a lighted boat parade. Benefits HDGinBloom, The Lock House Museum and other local nonprofits. Lock House Museum, 817 Conesteo St., Havre de Grace, MD. Starts at 9 am. $18. On Facebook. |
22 events,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 Sloan’s Street Theater,” portraying the realities of modern life in New York City. Through May 31, “Cropsey, Wyeth, and the American Landscape Tradition,” a rediscovered […] 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 tasting, as well as a market and local ice cream shop. Tours begin at the Market at Liberty Place, 148 W. State St., Kennett Square. […] Spectators picnic and tailgate at the grounds. 232 Polo Rd., Toughkenamon. Friday Twilight Polo—gates open at 5; match at 5:30. Sun, gates open at 1:30; match at 3, $15–$20. Canceled for rain or extreme heat. 610-268-8692; BrandywinePolo.com. |
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13 events,Sept. 16, “Beyond This Place of Wrath and Tears” by Jack Ford, 7 pm at Radnor Memorial Library, 114 W. Wayne Ave., Wayne. Sept. 30, “You’ve Found Oliver” by Dustin Thao with guest Chloe Gong, 6:30. 116 N. Wayne Ave., Wayne. MainPointBooks.com. |
17 events,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 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 location you visit for the entire month of October, so visit as many locations as you can! Benefits Chester County Hospital. $50. CCHCrushCancer.com 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 Jeff Bogle. Book Release Celebration: Oct. 7, “The Intruder” by Freida McFadden, tickets $35. International Voices Book Group: Oct. 8, “The House of Spirits” by […] Sept. 12, Tucked In; Sept. 26, Better Than Bacon; Sept. 27, The Jayhawks; Oct. 1, Eric Johnson–Texaphonic Tour 2025. 227 Bridge St., Phoenixville. Times and tickets, TheColonialTheatre.com. 389 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. Wed., Fri., Sat., 6 to 4. 610-688-9856. LancasterCountyFarmersMarket.com. |
19 events,Closed due to fire—check back for updates. NonFiction Book Group: Oct. 2, “Papyrus: The Invention of Books in the Ancient World” by Irene Vallejo, 7 pm. Classics Book Club: Oct. 8, “The Wild Iris” by Louise Gluck, 2 pm. Fiction Book Group: Oct. 15 & 16, “The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store” by James McBride, […] 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. Celebrating 101 years of agriculture and community with family activities, music, animal exhibits, beer and wine garden, food trucks and more. Come for the Thursday Night Tailgate and the Haunted Tent on Fri–Sat. 113 E. Street Rd., Kennett Square. Fri–Sat, 9 to 9; Sun, 10 to 4. $5/ person, $10/car. UCFair.org. 1165 Wilmington Pk., West Chester. Thurs, 9 to 6, Fri, 9 to 8, Sat. 8 to 4. 610-492-5700; WestChesterAmishMarket.com. Eagleview Town Center, Wellington Square, Exton. Thurs. 3 to 7. 610-836-1391; GrowingRootsPartners.com |
26 events,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; Oct. 19, Not Dead Yet!—John Cleese and the Holy Grail at 50; Nov. 1, Slaughter. 291 N. Keswick Ave., Glenside. Times and tickets, KeswickTheatre.com. Enjoy exciting athletic events, spirited traditions, live entertainment, campus activities and plenty of surprises along the way. It’s a weekend when purple and gold shine bright — and when lifelong memories are made. 2025 Homecoming and Family Weekend schedule is coming soon. Visit WUPA.edu/_Services/STU/Homecoming for all the details. Oct. 3, Masters of Illusion; Oct. 9, The Price is Right Live!; Oct. 11, Amy Grant; Oct. 12, Il Divo by Candlelight with special guest Simply Three. 2425 Lincoln Hwy. E., Lancaster. Times and tickets, AMTShows.com. 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 a new Chimes Tower and Waterfall model. 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square. Daily, 10 am to 11 pm. For timed tickets, LongwoodGardens.org. Dine outside or enjoy a drink with friends, explore the boutiques and retail stores or take in a show. Road closed on 100 and 200 blocks of Bridge St. from 4 pm Fri through 7 am Mon. Fri, 4 to 10; Sat–Sun, 7 am to 10 pm. PhoenixvilleFirst.org. 389 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. Wed., Fri., Sat., 6 to 4. 610-688-9856. LancasterCountyFarmersMarket.com.
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Featuring a fashion show, boutique, premier raffle and luncheon highlighting the latest trends and styles from local boutiques. The Desmond Hotel, 1 Liberty Blvd., Malvern. 11 to 3. $85. For tickets, Events.org/ES/PHAFashionShow25 or call 610-291-8512.
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Explore the vibrant art scene in downtown West Chester. Galleries combine with additional “one-night-only” venues throughout the downtown area to showcase Chester County artists. Presented by Founders Brewing Co. and hosted by Downtown West Chester. 4 to 8 pm. Free parking. DowntownWestChester.com. |
41 events,Presenting 25 musical acts from varying genres on front porches and lawns across town, all within walking distance of each other. A complete schedule will be available at the end of September on the website and on Facebook. MalvernPorchFest.org. The Delaware County Arts Consortium hosts more than 60 events, many free to the public. Enjoy concerts, festivals, films, gallery exhibitions, kids activities and workshops. For details, visit DelcoArts.org. 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 Not Mansplaining with Tom Briscoe; Oct, 24, Carole King Meets the Beatles; Oct. 25, Grateful Dub: Music of the Grateful Dead; Oct. 31, Rocky Horror […] Bring your dogs, cats or other small animals on a leash or in a carrier for a short, nondenominational service and blessing. Benefits Ryerss Farm for Aged Equines. 1710 Ridge Rd., Pottstown. Donation options on website, RyerssFarm.org. 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, 11 to 8. $22–$38. PARenFaire.com. 389 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. Wed., Fri., Sat., 6 to 4. 610-688-9856. LancasterCountyFarmersMarket.com. Warren Ave. & Roberts Rd., Sat. 9 to 1. 610-836-1391. GrowingRootsPartners.com. Log Cabin Field, Kerr Park, Pennsylvania Ave., Sat. 9 to 1. 610-836-1391. GrowingRootsPartners.com |