Hear true tales of murder, mischief and misadventure, drawn from the archives of the Chester County History Center, on a 90-minute outdoor walking tour. 225 N. High St., West Chester. $20. Times and tickets, MyCCHC.org.
Over 70 carvers sculpt, saw and chisel giant pumpkins — some weighing up to 400 pounds — before crowds of onlookers. Back in the early 1970s, Andrew and Jamie Wyeth carved pumpkins to decorate the Chadds Ford Inn. Others joined. Today, enjoy live music, food trucks, kid-friendly haunted trails, raffles and more. $15 adult, $5 […]
1165 Wilmington Pk., West Chester. Thurs, 9 to 6, Fri, 9 to 8, Sat. 8 to 4. 610-492-5700; WestChesterAmishMarket.com.
Local artists display original work in a uniquely restored four-story mill house at this curated show featuring paintings, ceramics, jewelry, fiber art and more, with plenty of one-of-a-kind finds. Meet the artists, explore the creative setting and enjoy a visit to the countryside. Fri., 5 to 9; Sat. & Sun., 10 to 6. 1655 Hollow […]
Celebrate “zoo-style.” It’s a merry — not scary — event. Wear a costume and bring your own bag for treats. Great photo ops! $8. 10 to 3 p.m. 1001 N. Park Dr., Wilmington. BrandywineZoo.org
Take the Revisionists Gothic Walk, where restless apparitions appear. The narrator speaks with the dead, uncovers their deaths and rewrites their tragedies. On the 23rd and 30th, you can use electronic ghost-hunting gear to investigate paranormal activity across the property. $28. 90 minutes. 1.5 miles. 4651 Washington St. Extension, Wilmington. NewCastleDE.gov/431/Rockwood-Park-Museum
Oct. 16, silent auction, baked goods, handcrafted items, garden treasures and antiques. Oct. 17, lunch options (cash only), a clothing sale, kids activities, and food truck. White Horse Village, 535 Gradyville Rd., Newtown Square. Fri, 4:30 to 7:30; Sat, 9 to 2:30. Free. WhiteHorseVillage.org/Octofair
Formerly the Antiques at Kimberton, featuring many quality dealers. Greater Phila. Expo Center, 100 Station Ave., Oaks. Fri, 10 to 6; Sat, 10 to 4. $10. AC-Fair.com
Doors and porches in West Chester Borough will look spooktacular! For a donation to the library, participants receive a map and list of scavenger items to look for during the self-guided tour. Look for the Halloween Door Tour sign in participating yards around the borough. WCPublicLibrary.org
Enjoy seasonal fun with an immersive outdoor walking tour where you’ll visit Halloween-themed pairing stations and receive tips, pairing notes and a menu from a wine guide. Food for purchase. Costumes encouraged. 632 Baltimore Pk., Chadds Ford, $45. Chaddsford.com
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