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Events
Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center
Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center 226 N. High St., West Chester“Ann Lowe: American Couturier” at Winterthur Museum
Winterthur Museum, Garden and Library 5105 Kennett Pike, WinterthurJimmy Buffett’s “Escape to Margaritaville” at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre 510 Centerville Rd., LancasterAuburn Heights Invitational Classic Car Show & Garden Party
Marshall Steam Museum 3000 Creek Rd, YorklynWCU Wind Ensemble & Wind Symphony Concert
Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, West Chester University 700 S. High St., West ChesterWeek of Events
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.
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.
“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.
Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center
Sept. 2, Meet Loaf; Sept. 21, Maci Miller; Sept. 22, Rock This Town Orchestra; Oct. 6, Morgan Miles; Oct. 7, Beatles, Zepplin, Doors by Magical Mystery Doors. 226 N. High St., West Chester,. Times and tickets, UptownWestChester.org.
At The Grand in Wilmington
Sept. 6, Roger McGuinn; Sept. 17, comedian Tig Notaro; Sept. 20, The Music of ABBA; Sept. 21, Ryan Adams; Sept. 22, Masters of the Mic: HipHop 50 Tour at Frawley Stadium; Sept. 29, Pedrito Martínez Group; Sept. 30, Tablao Flamenco; Oct. 5, Lyle Lovett and John Hiatt together on stage. 818 N. Market St., Wilmington. […]
Kennett Flash
Sept. 8, Metered: A Tribute to the Meters (rooftop); Sept. 14, Ordinary Elephant; Sept. 22, On The Lash (rooftop); Oct. 5, Nathan Graham w/ special guest Sug Daniels. 102 Sycamore Alley, Kennett Square. Times and tickets, 484-732-8295; KennettFlash.org.
“A Chorus Line” at SALT Performing Arts
It’s one singular sensation! 1645 Art School Rd., Chester Springs. Times and tickets, 610-488-2585; SALTPA.com.
“Ann Lowe: American Couturier” at Winterthur Museum
Featuring 40 iconic gowns, many that have never been on public display. 5105 Kennett Pk., Winterthur, DE. Tues–Sun, 10 to 5. $8–$22. Winterthur.org.
American Music Theatre
Sept. 10, The Man in Black: A Tribute to Johnny Cash; Sept. 16, The Beach Boys; Sept. 24, Craig Morgan: God, Family, Country Tour 2023 with Special Guest The Reeves Brothers; Sept. 28, The Price is Right Live!; Sept. 30, Martina McBride; Oct. 5, Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour; Oct. 6, The Texas Tenors. 2425 […]
“Something Rotten” at Fulton Theatre
Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom set out to write the world’s very first musical. 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-397-7425; TheFulton.org.
Pumpkinland at Linvilla Orchards
A family tradition featuring lots of activities including hayrides, pick-your-own apples and mazes. 137 W. Knowlton Rd., Media. Daily 8 to 6. Visit website for tickets. Linvilla.com.
“Into The Woods” at The Candlelight Theatre
Tony Award-winner with music by Stephen Sondheim and book/lyrics by James Lapine. 2208 Millers Rd., Wilmington. Times and tickets, 302-475-2313; CandlelightTheatreDelaware.org.
“Noises Off” at Delaware Theatre Company
This Tony Award–winning play is an ingenious backstage farce full of shocking surprises and humor. 200 Water St., Wilmington. Times and tickets, 302-594-1100; DelawareTheatre.org.
Phoenixville Film Festival
The festival is a celebration of independent film that includes film screenings, filmmakers panels and workshops, after-parties and an awards ceremony. 227 Bridge St., Phoenixville. See website for times. $65. TheColonialTheatre.com.
2023 Whitford Classic
Whitford club members, friends and community come together for one weekend of socializing, golfing, tennis, pickleball and a gala auction. Whitford Country Club, 600 Whitford Hills Rd., Exton. Tickets at ChescoCF.org/Fund/Whitford-Charitable-Fund.
Jimmy Buffett’s “Escape to Margaritaville” at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
510 Centerville Rd., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-898-1900; DutchApple.com.
“Bonez” at People’s Light
Acclaimed writer/director Steve H. Broadnax III brings the social horror genre to the stage in this chilling investigation of masculinity, intimacy and childhood demons. 39 Conestoga Rd., Malvern. Times and tickets, 610-644-3500; PeoplesLight.org.
Fall Derby at the Vineyard
Experience a two-round horse jumping competition over natural fences. Enjoy the wine bar, local beer, hard cider, music, food trucks, vendors. Penns Woods Winery, 124 Beaver Valley Rd., Chadds Ford. 9 am. $15. PennsWoodsWinery.com.
2023 Unite For HER Run/Walk
Participate virtually with events Sept. 23–24 or come out on Sept. 23 for a 2K Walk, 5K Run and Family Tailgate to raise funds to support those with breast and ovarian cancers. Family Tailgate starts at 7 am, 26 E. Gay St., West Chester. Race begins at 9. $30–$55. UniteForHER.org/5K.
“The Philly Fan” at Hedgerow Theatre
Philadelphia’s Bruce Graham offers an unapologetic perspective of a hardcore sports fan through a lifetime of experience with the highs, lows and baggage that comes with Philly fandom. 64 Rose Valley Rd., Media. Times and tickets, 610-565-4211; HedgerowTheatre.org.
Figments (Of Your Imagination)—Exhibit at The Art Trust
The exhibit celebrates the fantasy/dreams/nightmares of the season through contemporary art, featuring four artists whose work invites wonder, remembrances and storytelling. Oct. 6, reception, 4 to 8 pm. Oct. 18, artists’ talk, 7 to 8 pm. 16 W. Market St., West Chester. TheArtTrust.org.
WCU Homecoming & Family Weekend
Two favorite traditions merge for the first time in 2023. WCUPA.edu/CampusCalendar.
“Abstract Flash: Unseen Andrew Wyeth” at the Brandywine Museum of Art
Opening in the newly renovated Andrew Wyeth Gallery and featuring 38 never-before-seen abstract watercolors. Rt. 1, Chadds Ford. Wed–Mon, 9:30 to 4:30. $8–$20. Brandywine.org.
5th Annual Delco Arts Week
The Delaware County Arts Consortium hosts more than 60 events, including many free to the public. The week includes concerts, festivals, films, gallery exhibitions, kids activities and workshops. You’ll find something for all ages as Delco artists and performers share their talent, love of the arts and community spirit with residents and visitors. Visit DelcoArts.org […]
Sunday, September 24, 2023
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September 24, 2023 -Downingtown Fall Fest
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September 24, 2023 -Auburn Heights Invitational Classic Car Show & Garden Party
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September 24, 2023 -WCU Wind Ensemble & Wind Symphony Concert
Downingtown Fall Fest
Street festival featuring food and craft vendors, Victory Brewing Beer Garden and live entertainment. Green St. and E. Pennsylvania Ave. 11 to 4. Rain or shine. DTRCC.com.
Auburn Heights Invitational Classic Car Show & Garden Party
Featuring a broad representation of exceptional motor cars from the dawn of the automotive age through 1969. Benefits Auburn Heights Marshall Steam Museum. 3000 Creek Rd., Yorklyn DE. 12:30 to 4:30. $14–$25. AuburnHeights.org.
WCU Wind Ensemble & Wind Symphony Concert
Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, 3 pm. WCUPA.edu/CampusCalendar.
Monday, September 25, 2023
No events on this day.
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
No events on this day.
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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September 27, 2023 -WCU Chamber Orchestra Concert
WCU Chamber Orchestra Concert
Philips Autograph Library, Philips Memorial Bldg., 8:15 pm. WCUPA.edu/CampusCalendar.
Thursday, September 28, 2023
No events on this day.
Friday, September 29, 2023
No events on this day.
Saturday, September 30, 2023
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September 30, 2023 -Discover Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library
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September 30, 2023 -Charlestown Day
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September 30, 2023 -Warwick Fall Fest
Discover Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library
Stroll the autumn garden, take a hayride, visit the Enchanted Woods and the galleries, enjoy live music and activities such as beekeeping, crafting, hiking and story time. Free admission all day. 5105 Kennett Pk., Winterthur, DE. 10 to 2. Winterthur.org.
Charlestown Day
Food trucks, bounce house, face painting, balloon animals, vendors, live music and kids activities throughout the day. Charlestown Township Park, 100 Academic Way, Phoenixville. 11 to 3. Free. Charlestown.PA.US/parks.aspx.
Warwick Fall Fest
This family-friendly event will feature live entertainment, Bubbletopia, kids’ inflatables, face painting, wagon rides, pumpkin patch, Fairy Hair by NerdFairy, food trucks and craft vendors. Warwick County Park, 191 County Park Rd., Pottstown. 11 to 4. Free. Chesco.org.