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Spooky ArBOOretum Garden Tour at Morris Arboretum
Morris Arboretum 100 E. Northwestern Ave., PhiladelphiaUptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center
Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center 226 N. High St., West Chester“Black Angels Over Tuskegee” at Delaware Theatre Company.
Delaware Theatre Company 200 Water St., Wilmington“A Marriage of Arts & Crafts: Evelyn & William De Morgan”
Delaware Art Museum 2301 Kentmere Pkwy, WilmingtonTo Love A Canine Rescue Event-—The 8th Annual Miles for Mutts
Wilson Farm Park 500 Lee Rd, ChesterbrookWeek of Events
Taste Kennett Food Tours
Visit six restaurants, a brewery, a market and specialty shops on a 3-hour guided walking food tour through historic Kennett Square. Enjoy food tastings at each stop, a little bit of history, and a fun afternoon. 1 pm. $59. TasteKennett.com.
Brandywine Treasure Trail Passport
Gather family and friends and let the Brandywine Treasure Trail Passport guide you to a memorable summer weekend escape, providing access to 12 of Wilmington’s and the Brandywine Valley’s top attractions. $49–$99. VisitWilmingtonDE.com.
The Candlelight Theatre Presents “Memphis”
Winner of four 2010 Tony Awards, including Best Musical. 2208 Millers Rd., Wilmington. Times and tickets, 302-475-2313; CandlelightTheatreDelaware.org.
“Fragile Earth: The Naturalist Impulse in Contemporary Art”
“Fragile Earth: The Naturalist Impulse in Contemporary Art.” 1 Hoffman’s Mill Rd., Chadds Ford. Wed–Mon, 10 to 4. $6–$18. Brandywine.org.
“Rent” at the Media Theatre
Winner of the Tony Award for Best Musical and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, Rent has become a pop cultural phenomenon. 104 E. State St., Media. Times and tickets, 610-891-0100; MediaTheatre.org.
October Happenings at Morris Arboretum
Oct. 1–31, Spooky Scarecrow Walk: vote for your favorite from more than 30 scarecrows on display. Oct. 29 & 30, Trick or Treat Trail: come in costume and walk along the Spooky Scarecrow loop for trick-or-treating and candy for the kids, 1 to 3 pm. 100 E. Northwestern Ave., Philadelphia. Mon–Fri, 10 to 5; Sat […]
Fall Frights at The Colonial Theatre
Get into the spirit of Halloween with movies that range from the frightening to the macabre to the hilariously funny and to kid friendly films. Visit their website for a complete lineup and tickets. TheColonialTheatre.com.
Spooky ArBOOretum Garden Tour at Morris Arboretum
Get into the spirit of the season with knowledgeable guides on a tour of trees and plants that may include “Little Devil” ninebark, witches’ brooms, pumpkin fullmoon maples and more. 100 E. Northwestern Ave., Philadelphia. Mon–Fri, 10:30; Sat & Sun, 1 pm. Garden adm., $10–$20. MorrisArboretum.org.
The Keswick Theatre Presents
Oct. 2, Mohamed Allaoua; Oct. 5, Trash Taste; Oct. 6, Trace Adkins; Oct. 7 & 8, Close to the Edge 50th Anniversary Tour: An Evening with YES; Oct. 13, Tina Karol; Oct. 14, John Petrucci featuring Mike Portnoy and Dave LaRue; Oct. 15, The Man In Black: A Tribute to Johnny Cash; Oct. 20, Face […]
At The Grand in Wilmington
Oct. 4, The Aretha Experience: R.E.S.P.E.C.T., Copeland Hall; Oct. 7, Montell Jordan Featuring special guest Howard Hewett, Copeland Hall; Oct. 8, MasterChef Junior Live, Copeland Hall; Oct. 8, Chris Difford at The Baby Grand; Oct. 13, Fortune Feimster: “Hey Y’all,” Copeland Hall; Oct. 14, Tracy Morgan: “No Disrespect” at The Playhouse; Nov. 5, Ottmar Liebert […]
Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center
Oct. 6, YYNOT “An evening of Classic Rush;” Oct. 7, The Lords of 52nd Street; Oct. 8, Taylor–Simon–King Tribute Show; Oct. 13, Tusk Tribute to Fleetwood Mac; Oct. 14, Urban Guerilla Orchestra; Oct. 15, First Ladies of Rock & Soul; Oct. 20, Lili Añel; Oct. 21, Let’s Hang On! Frankie Valli and The Four SeasonsTribute […]
The Colonial Theatre / Point Entertainment
Oct. 7, Jeff Allen: 2.0 Tour; Oct. 13, Rufus Wainwright: Unfollow The Rules; Oct. 30, “Nosferatu” (1922) with Live Theatre Organ Accompaniment; Nov. 26, Killer Queen: A Tribute to Queen. 227 Bridge St., Phoenixville. TheColonialTheatre.com.
“Matilda Jr.” at Media Theatre
The story of Matilda, who has astonishing wit, intelligence … and special powers. 104 E. State St., Media. Sat, 11 am; Sun, noon. $17–$22. 610-891-0100; The story of Matilda, who has astonishing wit, intelligence … and special powers. 104 E. State St., Media. Sat, 11 am; Sun, noon. $17–$22. 610-891-0100; MediaTheatre.org
“Black Angels Over Tuskegee” at Delaware Theatre Company.
Award-winning drama of six men’s journey to become the first African American aviators in the United States Army Air Forces. 200 Water St., Wilmington. Times and tickets, 302-594-1100; DelawareTheatre.org.
“Wes Memeger: The Square and Other Concerns”
“Wes Memeger: The Square and Other Concerns.” 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
“Modigliani Up Close”
The Barnes Foundation. “Modigliani Up Close”—Explore how the iconic artist created his paintings and sculpture. 2025 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy., Philadelphia. Thurs—Mon, 11 to 5. $28–$30. BarnesFoundation.org.
“A Marriage of Arts & Crafts: Evelyn & William De Morgan”
At the Delaware Art Museum through Feb. 19. 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.
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Wilmington
Walk to raise awareness and funds to save lives from breast cancer. Bellevue State Park, 800 Carr Rd., Wilmington. To register, 302-669-6323; MakingStrides.ACSEvents.org.
Phoenixville Harvest Festival
Fun all weekend including a market at the new Phoenixville Recreation Center, 501 Franklin Ave., a beer garden, pet events, trunk or treat, “The Nightmare Before Christmas” at the Colonial and more. Held throughout town. Check website for dates and times. PhoenixvilleHarvestFestival.com.
“The Christmas Tree Ship” at Bird-in-Hand Stage
A ship. A storm. And a Christmas tale of heroic proportions. One family’s unsinkable mission to save Christmas. 2760 Old Philadelphia Pk., Bird-in-Hand. $18–$42. Check website for times. 717-768-1568; Bird-in-Hand.com/Stage.
2022 Komen National More Than Pink Walk Where You Are
Join online for the virtual opening ceremony and Race/Walk celebration. Then walk all day long on the treadmill, your neighborhood sidewalk or the paths of your favorite park or trail. KomenPhiladelphia.org.
Sunday, October 23, 2022
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October 23, 2022 -To Love A Canine Rescue Event-—The 8th Annual Miles for Mutts
To Love A Canine Rescue Event-—The 8th Annual Miles for Mutts
Join TLC Rescue and adoptable dogs for a fun 5K race and 1-mile fun walk raising money for veterinary care for rescue dogs. In person or online. Wilson Farm Park, 500 Lee Rd., Wayne. Race starts at 9 am. $20–$35. TLCRescuePA.com.
Monday, October 24, 2022
No events on this day.
Tuesday, October 25, 2022
No events on this day.
Wednesday, October 26, 2022
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October 26, 2022 -West Chester Halloween Parade
West Chester Halloween Parade
Begins on Market St. between Church & Darlington. Marching bands and cheerleading performances featured. Market St. 7 pm. Rain date, Oct. 27. West-Chester.com.
Thursday, October 27, 2022
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October 27, 2022 -DelArt Readers Book Club
DelArt Readers Book Club
Held onsite and virtual, this community-led event meets monthly to discuss, debate, celebrate and share works of fiction and nonfiction. 2301 Kentmere Pkwy., Wilmington. 6 to 8 pm. Free. DelArt.org.
Friday, October 28, 2022
No events on this day.
Saturday, October 29, 2022
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October 29, 2022 -Tram & Treat at Winterthur Museum of Art
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October 29, 2022 -American Helicopter Museum Haunted Helicopters
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October 29, 2022 -Chester County History Center’s 4th Annual Halloween Ball — Le Cirque
Tram & Treat at Winterthur Museum of Art
Dress your goblins and ghosts in their Halloween finest and head to Winterthur for daytime trick-or-treating in the garden. Ride a tram and then walk in the Enchanted Woods to enjoy candy, crafts, live music and games. 5105 Kennett Pk., Winterthur, DE. 10 to 2. $6–$20. Winterthur.org.
American Helicopter Museum Haunted Helicopters
Come in costume and enjoy activities and treats at the museum. 1220 American Blvd.,West Chester. 6 to 8 pm. $10; 12 and under free. 610-436-9600; AmericanHelicopter.Museum.
Chester County History Center’s 4th Annual Halloween Ball — Le Cirque
Save the date for a memorable night of fun, celebration of friendship and nostalgia. Fine fare by Spence Cafe, live music, skilled circus performers from Airplay Entertainment, a fabulous silent auction and the opportunity to raise your paddle in support of the History Center, benefitting the preservation and permanence of 300 years of Chester County […]