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“The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940” at the Candlelight Theatre
Candlelight Theatre 2208 Millers Rd, Wilmington“Disney’s Newsies: The Broadway Musical” at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre 510 Centerville Rd., LancasterKalmar Nyckel, Tall Ship of Delaware
Tatiana and Gerret Copeland Maritime Center 1124 E 7th St, WilmingtonWeek of Events
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
“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.
Delaware County Summer Festival
Free concerts in Rose Tree Park’s scenic outdoor amphitheater—a popular Delco tradition for more than four decades. Offering everything from Classical to Cajun, Motown to Broadway, Doo Wop to Rock & Pop and everything in between. Visit website for a list of concerts. Rose Tree Park, Rt. 252 & Providence Rd., Upper Providence. Free. DelcoPA.gov/Departments/Parks/SummerFestival.html.
“Disney’s Newsies: The Broadway Musical” at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
This Disney film is now a hit musical based on a true story. 510 Centerville Rd., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-898-1900; DutchApple.com.
Kalmar Nyckel, Tall Ship of Delaware
Find adventure and outdoor fun, maritime history and cultural events with annual community festivals. July 8, Captain Kidd’s Pirate Adventure Day, noon to 4 pm; Aug. 12, Underground Railroad Superhero Fun Day, noon to 4 pm. Copeland Maritime Center at the Kalmar Nyckel Shipyard, 1124 E. 7th St. KalmarNyckel.org.
Where’s Waldo July
Grab a passport at Wellington Square Bookshop then head out to find Waldo at participating businesses. Receive a prize after five stamps on your passport. Collect stamps from all participating businesses and enter the completed passport into a Waldo goodies raffle during the Where’s Waldo party July 29. 549 Wellington Sq., Exton. WellingtonSquareBooks.com.
Media Theatre
July 1, John D. Smitherman in Music Of The Night, a musical adventure featuring music from The Phantom of the Opera, Les Miserables, Show Boat, Mamma Mia, South Pacific and more; July 20–30, High School Musical Jr. 104 E. State St., Media. Times and tickets, 610-891- 0100; MediaTheatre.org.
American Music Theatre
July 7, Three Dog Night; July 9, Straight No Chaser: The Yacht Rock Tour; July 15, EagleMania: Eagles Tribute Band; July 16, Gene Watson with Wilson Fairchild; July 20, The Docksiders: America’s Favorite Yacht Rock Band; July 21, The Magic of Rob Lake; July 22, Terry Fator: On The Road Again; July 23, Crowder; July […]
“The Sound of Music” at The Candlelight Theatre
The final collaboration between Rodgers & Hammerstein features all of the cherished songs. 2208 Millers Rd., Wilmington. Times and tickets, 302-475-2313; CandlelightTheatreDelaware.org.
The Delaware State Fair
The mission of the fair focuses on the preservation of the past, promotion of the present and education in the future of agriculture, horticulture, mechanical arts and rural and domestic economy. You’ll also find plenty of entertainment, exhibits, bumper cars, a skating rink and more. Visit DelawareStateFair.com.
The Cecil County Fair
Agricultural fair, vendors, rides, games, animals and more. Fair Hill Fairgrounds, 4640 Telegraph Rd., Elkton, MD. CecilCountyFair.org.
Kimberton Fair
Everything from 4-H livestock competitions to the Fair Queen competition, great food and entertainment, rides and fireworks. Kimberton Fairgrounds, 762 Pike Springs Rd., Phoenixville. The Fair Midway (rides, food and games) opens at 6 pm, Mon–Fri; 4 pm on Sat. KimbertonFair.org.
Point Entertainment Presents at The Colonial Theatre
Andy Summers (of The Police). 227 Bridge St., Phoenixville. Times and tickets, TheColonialTheatre.com.
An American Celebration with the Chester County Pops Orchestra
Along with the West Chester Area Community Chorus, the Pops Orchestra performs a flag-waving, toe-tapping patriotic concert celebrating American music and our country. July 29, Collegium Charter School Performing Arts Center, 515 James Hance Ct., Exton, 7 pm. July 30, Immaculata University, 1145 W. King Rd., Immaculata, 3 pm. Tickets $20. ChesCoPops.org.
Sunday, July 23, 2023
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Monday, July 24, 2023
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Tuesday, July 25, 2023
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Wednesday, July 26, 2023
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Thursday, July 27, 2023
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Friday, July 28, 2023
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Saturday, July 29, 2023
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July 29, 2023 - RecurringFine Craft Fair—Summer Chase Center on the Riverfront
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July 29, 2023 -Willistown Conservation Trust Summer Harvest Celebration
Fine Craft Fair—Summer Chase Center on the Riverfront
Featuring 100+ artists specializing in cutting-edge, contemporary and upscale home furnishings, jewelry and accoutrements. Chase Center on the Riverfront, 815 Justison St., Wilmington. Sat, 10 to 5; Sun, 10 to 4. $10. RoseSquared.com.
Willistown Conservation Trust Summer Harvest Celebration
Enjoy delicious tomato-centric bites prepared by Vesta Kitchen. Your en plein air evening will be complete with local craft brews, wine and fun for the whole family. Rushton Farm, 911 Delchester Rd., Newtown Square. 5 to 7. $45. Advance reg. only. WCTrust.org.