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Events
“Seventeen Men” at Chester County History Center
Chester County History Center 225 North High Street, West Chester“The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940” at the Candlelight Theatre
Candlelight Theatre 2208 Millers Rd, Wilmington“Elvis: A Musical Revolution” at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre 510 Centerville Rd., LancasterUpper Merion Concerts Under the Stars
Township Building Park 175 W. Valley Forge Rd, King of PrussiaUptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center
Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center 226 N. High St., West ChesterPoint Entertainment Presents at The Colonial Theatre
The Colonial Theatre 227 Bridge St., PhoenixvilleKennett Summerfest Wine & Spirits Festival and Kennett Blooms
Downtown Kennett Square Kennett SquareWeek of Events
Brandywine River Museum of Art
“Home Places: Andrew Wyeth and the Architecture of Chadds Ford.” 1 Hoffman’s Mill Rd., Chadds Ford. Wed–Mon, 10 to 4. $6–$18. Brandywine.org.
“Seventeen Men” at Chester County History Center
“Seventeen Men” — an exhibit discovering the men of the U.S. Colored Troops and their role in the Union Army during the Civil War. 225 N. High St., West Chester. Tues–Sat, 9:30 to 4:30. $5–$8. MyCCHC.org.
Disney 100 — The Exhibition
Created for the 100-year celebration of The Walt Disney Company, the world premiere exhibition will feature rarely seen original artworks and artifacts, costumes and props and other memorabilia. Franklin Institute, 222 N. 20th St., Philadelphia. Daily 9:30 to 5. $25. FI.edu.
“Our Red Planet” at Delaware Art Museum
“Our Red Planet” an exhibition by Anna Bogatin Ott. 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.
Bird-in-Hand Stage
Apr. 6–July 27, Dear Solider Boy, musical comedy set in the heart of Amish Country. Apr. 7–Oct. 28, Ryan & Friends: Never Speechless, a multimedia variety show with comedy routine and song parodies. Aug. 4–Oct. 19, The Home Game, baseball, farming and family. 2760 #A Old Philadelphia Pk., Bird-in-Hand. Times and tickets, 717-768-1568; Bird-In-Hand.com/Stage.
“Million Dollar Quartet” at Media Theatre
The extraordinary twist of fate that brought Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley together at Sun Records in Memphis for what would be one of the greatest jam sessions ever. 104 E. State St., Media. Times and tickets, 610-891-0100; MediaTheatre.org.
Festival of Fountains at Longwood
Stroll through the gardens with brilliantly blooming annuals and perennials and discover a starlit getaway with the Illuminated Fountain Performances and live music in the beer garden. 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square. Thurs–Sat, 9:15 pm. $18–$25. 610-388-1000; LongwoodGardens.org.
“The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940” at the Candlelight Theatre
Murder and mayhem. 2208 Millers Rd., Wilmington. Times and tickets, 302-475-2313; CandlelightTheatreDelaware.org.
“Elvis: A Musical Revolution” at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
This official Elvis Presley bio-musical takes a closer look at the rock star and cultural icon whose impact shaped the history of music. 510 Centerville Rd., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-898-1900; DutchApple.com.
Brandywine Treasure Trail Passport
The Passport provides access to 12 of Wilmington and the Brandywine Valley’s top attractions, including thousands of acres of gardens, the grand estates of the du Pont family, incredible works of art and rich American history. $49–$99. VisitWilmingtonDE.com.
Kennett Flash
June 2, Solar Federation: Performing the Music of Rush; June 3, SONiA; June 4, 2023 New Summer Sounds Series; June 16, Last Laugh Showcase: Chris Turner; June 17, Singer-Songwriter Showcase; June 29, Bella’s Bartok band with special guests Strays+Misfits. 102 Sycamore Alley, Kennett Square. Times and tickets, 484-732-8295; KennettFlash.org.
Bryn Mawr Twilight Concerts
June 3, Lucy Kaplansky with Cabin Dogs; June 4, Stephen Kellogg; June 11, Steve Forbert and The New Renditions; June 16, Merion Concert Band (free); June 25, Stephen Kellogg; July 8, Liz Longley with Jesse Rubin. Concerts through Sept. 8. Bryn Mawr Gazebo, 9 S. Bryn Mawr Ave., Bryn Mawr. 7 pm. $15. 610-864-4303; BrynMawrTwilightConcerts.com.
Long’s Park Summer Music Series
June 4, Jay Ungar & Molly Mason’s Swingology; June 11, Las Cafeteras; June 18, Kandace Springs Trio; June 25, Popa Chubby’s “Jimi Hendrix Tribute;” July 2, The U.S. Army Band, “Pershing’s Own;” June 3, Lucy Kaplansky with Cabin Dogs; Long’s Park Amphitheater, Rt. 30 & Harrisburg Pk., Lancaster. 7:30 pm. LongsPark.org.
Upper Merion Concerts Under the Stars
June 4, Joan Osborne; June 17, Strand of Oaks; June 24, Madison Cunningham; June 27, Christone “Kingfish” Ingram; July 1, free Independence Day Weekend Celebration with Craig Bickhardt Friends & Family; July 7, Unforgettable Fire (U2 tribute). Concerts through Sept. 16. Concerts, 6 pm, beer garden opens, 5, food trucks onsite. Township Bldg. Park, 175 […]
Longwood Gardens Summer Performance Series
June 7, Watchhouse; June 14, Melody Gardot; June 18, Jesse & Joy; June 20–24, International Organ Competition; June 25, Kennett Symphony; June 28, Rodrigo y Gabriela—In Between Thoughts ... A New World Tour; July 5, Straight No Chaser: The Yacht Rock Tour. 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square. Times and tickets, LongwoodGardens.org.
Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center
June 7, One Alternative; June 9, Better Than Bacon; June 10, Sharp Dance Company; June 12, Grease sing-along and costume contest; June 24, Green River—Creedence Clearwater Revival Tribute. 226 N. High St. Tickets and times, UptownWestChester.org.
Point Entertainment Presents at The Colonial Theatre
June 8, Bruce Cockburn with Dar Williams; June 16, The Legendary Wailers featuring Junior Marvin; June 24, Manticore: The Tribute to Emerson Lake & Palmer. 227 Bridge St., Phoenixville. Times and tickets, TheColonialTheatre.com.
American Music Theatre
June 9, Top Of The World: A Carpenters Tribute; June 10, Leonid & Friends: The World’s Greatest Chicago Tribute; June 11, Brothers Of The Heart: Fortune Isaacs, Walker, Rogers; June 16, House of Cheer: The Level Up Tour 2023; June 17, Happy Together Tour 2023; June, 24; Christopher Cross & Justin Hayward with guest Mike […]
At The Grand in Wilmington
June 10, Pat Metheny Side-Eye; June 16, Iris DeMent with special guest Ana Egge; June 20, Ben Folds: What Matters Most Tour. 818 N. Market St., Wilmington. Times and tickets, TheGrandWilmington.org.
Kennett Summerfest Wine & Spirits Festival and Kennett Blooms
On Saturday, enjoy Summerfest, celebrating exceptional local wineries and distilleries, bringing them together with wine, cheese and live music in a festival atmosphere. From Fri. through Sun., Kennett Blooms: Floral Flash installations feature 7 large-scale installations in locations throughout Kennett celebrating the multi-sensory beauty of flowers and the creative talents of local floral designers. 100 […]
21st Annual French Creek Iron Tour
Rides for all levels—from beginners to accomplished cyclists—with courses from 11 to 100 miles. Benefits French & Pickering Creeks Conservation Trust. Start at Kimberton Fire Company Fairgrounds, 762 Pike Springs Rd., Phoenixville. Registration begins at 6:45 am. $60. IronTour.org.
St. Anthony’s Italian Festival
Italian-American festival featuring great food, entertainment and cultural activities, games, rides and more. Benefits St. Anthony of Padua Grade School. 901 N. DuPont St. Visit website for hours and admission, SAPDE.org.
Juneteenth Celebration in West Chester
West Chester Juneteenth Planning Partners are working diligently to create an exciting and robust line up of events, including family activities, focused on journeying towards freedom. Check the website closer to June event for complete details, CultureChesCo.org/Juneteenth.
Summer in the Park Concerts at Wilson Farm Park
June 15, Almost There; June 22, Tim Williams Band; June 29, Wonderland; July 13, Pop Shop; July 20, Chico’s Vibe; July 27, Jess Zimmerman Band. Wilson Farm Park, 500 Lee Rd., Chesterbrook. 7 pm. Free. Tredyffrin.org/Departments/Parks.
“Grease” at Fulton Theatre
Where poodle skirts meet leather jackets and romance is found at the drive-in on summer nights. The Fulton, 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-397-7425; TheFulton.org.
Chester County Balloon Festival
Balloons from all over the country are highlighted, along with a Special Shaped Balloon Rodeo, untethered and tethered balloon rides and a walk-thru balloon. In addition, you’ll enjoy a beer garden, live music, great food, crafts, kid zone and more. The festival benefits the Boy Scouts Troop 52, Chester County Hero Fund, local police, fire […]
Voices Underground Presents
June 16 –Fashioning Freedom: An Evening Honoring Juneteenth at Longwood Gardens, 6:30. June 17 – “I Matter Poetry Slam,” 10 am, followed by lunch at noon, the Kennett Community Gospel Choir at 1 and Freedom Walk to Friends Meeting House at 1:45. Anson B. Nixon Park, 405 N. Walnut Rd., Kennett Square June 18 – […]
Media 5-Mile Race
Benefits community outreach and donates proceeds to nonprofits that serve the area. Kids’ Free Fun Runs start at 6 pm, Barrall Park and Field, State & Edgemont Sts. Main race starts at 7 pm, State St. and Veterans Square. $40. Media5MileRace.com.
Schuylkill River Sojourn
The annual 112-mi. guided canoe/kayak trip begins in Schuylkill Haven and ends at Philadelphia’s Boathouse Row. Participants paddle 14–18 miles per day. Register for one day, any amount of individual days or the entire week. Meals, camping arrangements and shuttle service included. $100–$695. SchuylkillRiver.org/Sojourn.aspx.
“Joseph Stella: Visionary Nature” at the Brandywine Museum of Art
Rt. 1, Chadds Ford. Wed–Mon, 9:30 to 4:30. $8–$20. Brandywine.org.
“Lettie” at People’s Light
A family tries to mend amid harsh realities in this “airtight new masterpiece.” 39 Conestoga Rd., Malvern. Times and tickets, 610-644-3500; PeoplesLight.org.
Sunday, June 11, 2023
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June 11, 2023 - RecurringMiller Park Summer Concert Series
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June 11, 2023 - RecurringWest Goshen Summer Concert Series
Miller Park Summer Concert Series
June 11, Slippery Band; June 25, Basic Cable. Concerts through Aug. 20. Food trucks and 50/50 raffle at concerts. Albert C. Miller Memorial Park, 220 Miller Way, Exton. 6 pm. Free. WestWhiteland.org.
West Goshen Summer Concert Series
Aug. 6, Motown hits with Wilson Lambert’s Blue Philly Magic; Aug. 20, Party tunes with Whiskey Logic. Guests are asked to bring a dry good item for West Chester Food Cupboard. West Goshen Community Park, N. Five Points and Fern Hill Rds., West Chester. In the event of rain, concerts at Stetson Middle School Auditorium, […]
Monday, June 12, 2023
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Tuesday, June 13, 2023
No events on this day.
Wednesday, June 14, 2023
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June 14, 2023 -Surrey’s Premier Garden Party
Surrey’s Premier Garden Party
Enjoy cocktails and a light supper as you stroll among the “Best of the Blooms,” a friendly floral competition featuring leading florists and designers. The party benefits Surrey’s work in our area as well as their groundbreaking programming for older adults in our community. Meadowbrook Estate, 1010 Spring Mill Rd., Villanova. 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 […]
Thursday, June 15, 2023
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June 15, 2023 - Recurring2023 Summer Pop-up Biergartens at Historic Sugartown
2023 Summer Pop-up Biergartens at Historic Sugartown
BYO chairs and picnic blankets. Locust Lane Craft Brewery and Chaddsford Winery offer beverages, and food trucks will be cooking up some delicious food. Music will be provided by Shake Down. 260 Spring Rd., Malvern. 5 to 8. $10; under 18, free. HistoricSugartown.org.
Friday, June 16, 2023
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June 16, 2023 - RecurringMusic at Marshall
Music at Marshall
Picnic concerts in Marshall Square Park. Food trucks open at 5 pm. Music at 6:30. June 15, Sin Brothers; July 6, Slingshot; July 27, Butterfoot; Aug. 17, Chico’s Vibe. Check website for weather updates. 200 E. Marshall St. 6:30. Free. MarshallSquarePark.org.
Saturday, June 17, 2023
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June 17, 2023 -Ryerss Farm Family Fun Day
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June 17, 2023 -Habitat for Humanity Hops for Homes Beer Festival
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June 17, 2023 -Brews at the Battlefield
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June 17, 2023 -Kennett On Top
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June 17, 2023 -Thorncroft’s 38th Annual Victory Gallop
Ryerss Farm Family Fun Day
Fun for the whole family with pony rides, hay rides, a moon bounce, crafts, games and prizes. Rain date, June 18. Ryerss Farm for Aged Equines, 1710 Ridge Rd., Pottstown. Noon to 4 pm. Donation options on website, RyerssFarm.org.
Habitat for Humanity Hops for Homes Beer Festival
Brewers will be pouring beer, cider and, new this year, wine. Come out and enjoy live music, food, games, vendors and a photo booth, all for a good cause. This event is for adults 21 and over. Exton Square Mall Parking Lot, Exton. Noon to 4. $40–$60. HFHCC.org/News/Building-A-Thirst.
Brews at the Battlefield
Enjoy the beautiful outdoor setting at Brandywine Battlefield’s historic Gideon Gilpin Homestead, listening to music, enjoying beer samples from various local and regional breweries and food. Benefits the Brandywine Battlefield Park Associates. 1491 Baltimore Pk., Chadds Ford. 5 to 8 pm. $15–$40. BrandywineBattlefield.org.
Kennett On Top
The Rotary Club of Kennett Square proudly hosts a party … no speeches, no program, just fun on top of the roof of the Kennett Square Parking Garage. Enjoy great food, live music, beer, wine and a signature cocktail. Live music will get you dancing. Proceeds benefit the local community. 100 E. Linden St., Kennett […]
Thorncroft’s 38th Annual Victory Gallop
As Thorncroft’s premier fundraising event, the Victory Gallop presents an unforgettable black tie evening for the benefit of the Farm. The Victory Gallop welcomes guests for dinner, dancing and silent auction. The Gold Ballroom at the Hotel du Pont, 42 W. 11th St., Wilmington. 6 to 10 pm. Tickets start at $500. Thorncroft.org.