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Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center
Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center 226 N. High St., West ChesterKennett Underground Railroad Bus Tours
Brandywine Valley Tourist Information 300 Greenwood Rd, Kennett Square“On Tour: Lafayette, America’s Revolutionary Rock Star”
Winterthur Museum, Garden and Library 5105 Kennett Pike, WinterthurSunset Hill Fine Arts Gallery Presents “The Seasons of Chester County”
Sunset Hill Jewelers 23 N. High St., West ChesterDutch Apple Theatre Presents “Hairspray: The Musical”
Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre 510 Centerville Rd., LancasterA National Garden Club Standard Flower Show, “Inspiration Longwood”
Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square5th Annual Summer End Festival Car & Bike Show in Coatesville
Gateway Park 1st Ave & Lincoln Hwy, CoatesvilleRailroad Museum of PA 17th Annual Garden Railways Tour
Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania 300 Gap Rd. (Rt. 741), StrasburgBrothers on the Brandywine Seasonal Beer Garden
Brandywine Outfitters 2100 Strasburg Rd., CoatesvilleWeek of Events
Bird-in-Hand Stage
Apr. 4–Aug. 3, The Confession… An Amish Love Story. Apr. 6–Oct. 19, Ryan & Friends: All Your Favorite Funny Stuff, a multimedia variety show. 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 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
Gather your family or closest group of friends and plan a visit to the 12 inspiring attractions across Wilmington & the Brandywine Valley. With the Passport you can explore at your own pace or spread your visits across the entire spring, summer and fall. For tickets, VisitWilmingtonDE.com/Passport.
Brandywine Museum of Art
Through Sept. 15, “Every Leaf & Twig: Andrew Wyeth’s Botanical Imagination.” Through Oct. 13, “In Shadows’ Embrace: Prints by Peter Paone.” 1 Hoffman’s Mill Rd., Chadds Ford. Wed–Mon, 9:30 to 4:30. $8–$20. Brandywine.org.
Fireworks & Fountains at Longwood
They’re back and better than ever, with new shows, an enhanced sound system, new reserved seating and new vistas including the new tiered Conservatory Overlook. July 3, Stars and Stripes Forever; July 20, Take Me with U: Inspired by Prince; Aug. 10, Get Back: The Beatles; Sept. 1, Someone Like You: Artists Who Inspired Adele; […]
Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center
Sept. 5, A Brother’s Revival: Allman Brothers Band Music; Sept. 6, '80's Revolution; Sept. 13, Green River: The Ultimate CCR John Fogerty Tribute Show; Sept. 14, Shot Thru The Heart: A Tribute to Bon Jovi; Sept. 15, Aria Nouveau; Sept. 20, The Ultimate Tribute to Meat Loaf; Sept. 28, The Music of Simon & Garfunkel; […]
“9 to 5: The Musical” at The Candlelight Theatre
Based on the 1980 movie with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton. 2208 Millers Rd., Wilmington. Times and tickets, 302-475-2313; CandlelightTheatreDelaware.org.
Kennett Underground Railroad Bus Tours
Visit documented Underground Railroad sites, historic homes and Quaker meetinghouses while learning about anti-slavery activity in the area. Begin at the Brandywine Valley Tourist Information Center, 300 Greenwood Rd., Kennett Square. 1 pm. $25. KennettUndergroundRR.org.
“The Porch on Windy Hill” at People’s Light
A young couple’s journey to North Carolina explores the roots of Appalachian music in a heartwarming tale of family heritage and human connection. 39 Conestoga Rd., Malvern. Times and tickets, 610-644-3500; PeoplesLight.org.
Brandywine Museum of Art
Through Feb. 16, “Up East: Andrew Wyeth in Maine.” Oct. 13–Jan. 19, “The Crafted World of Wharton Esherick.” 1 Hoffman’s Mill Rd., Chadds Ford. Wed–Mon, 9:30 to 4:30. $8–$20. Brandywine.org.
“Beautiful: The Carole King Musical” at Fulton Theatre
This Tony and Grammy award-winning musical phenomenon is filled with the songs you remember and a story you’ll never forget. 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-397-7425; TheFulton.org.
“On Tour: Lafayette, America’s Revolutionary Rock Star”
Celebrate one of America’s first celebrities with Winterthur Museum’s latest exhibition commemorating the 200th anniversary of the Marquis de Lafayette’s 1824–25 “Farewell Tour” of the U.S. The exhibition explores Lafayette’s impact on our young nation through a selection of Winterthur memorabilia and objects honoring the Revolutionary War hero. 5105 Kennett Pk., Winterthur, DE. Tues.–Sun., 10 […]
“Kinky Boots” at Delaware Theatre Company
Featuring a sensational score by Cyndi Lauper, knockout dancing and a story with a huge heart. 200 Water St., Wilmington. Times and tickets, 302-594-1100; DelawareTheatre.org.
The Keswick Theatre
Oct. 1, X (the band); Oct. 3, Tribute to Elton John and Billy Joel—Face to Face; Oct. 4, Tribute to Prince—The Purple Xperience; Oct. 5, Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood; Oct. 6, BEAT—Belew/Vai/Levin/Carey play 80s King Crimson; Oct. 10, Bob the Drag Queen; Oct. 11, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band; Oct. 12, A Tribute to James […]
Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition Events
Walks, golf tournaments, workshops and more. Visit their website to get involved, DEBreastCancer.org/DBCC-Events.
100th Unionville Community Fair
Celebrating 100 years of agriculture and community in Southern Chester County with family-favorite activities, music, animal exhibits, beer and wine garden, food trucks and, new this year, the Circus Incredible. Come for the Thursday Night Tailgate, 5 pm, and the Haunted Tent Fri–Sat, 113 E. Street Rd., Kennett Square. Fri–Sat, 9 to 9; sun., 10 […]
Sunset Hill Fine Arts Gallery Presents “The Seasons of Chester County”
Artist Don Shoffner displays his works at the gallery. Opening reception, Oct 4, 4 to 8 pm. 23 N. High St., West Chester. Mon, 10 to 4; Tues–Fri, 10 to 6; Fri, 10 to 5. SunsetHillJewelers.com.
Media Theatre Presents “Legally Blonde”
Kick off the season with a bang as Media Theatre brings you the high-octane, feel-good story of Elle Woods on her empowering journey. 104 E. State St., Media. Times and tickets, 610-891- 0100; MediaTheatre.org.
Dutch Apple Theatre Presents “Hairspray: The Musical”
The score in this Tony Award-winning musical includes “You Can’t Stop the Beat,” “Good Morning Baltimore” and “Hairspray.” 510 Centerville Rd., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-898-1900; DutchApple.com.
Phoenixville Inside Out
Dine outside or enjoy a drink with friends, explore the boutiques and retail stores or take in a show. Road closed on 100 and 200 blocks of Bridge St. from 4 pm Fri through 7 am Mon. Fri, 4 to 10; Sat–Sun, 7 am to 10 pm. PhoenixvilleFirst.org.
Artists of Landenberg Studio Tour
The self-guided studio tour features 9 studio artists, all within an easy and scenic drive to each other and will be featuring their original artwork along with one or more guest artists or craftspersons. 10 to 4. Free For details, visit Artists of Landenberg Studio Tour on Facebook.
A National Garden Club Standard Flower Show, “Inspiration Longwood”
Eight local garden clubs introduce exciting and beautiful horticulture experiences in display and design. Longwood Gardens, 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square. Sat, 1 to 9 pm; Sun, 10 to 6. Free with admission to gardens, $18–$25. LongwoodGardens.org.
Delaware Art Museum
“Jazz Age Illustration,” a major exhibition to survey the art of popular illustration in the United States between 1919 and 1942. 2301 Kentmere Pkwy., Wilmington. Wed–Sun, 10 to 4. $14–$25. DelArt.org.
American Music Theatre
Oct. 5, Travis Tritt 2024; Oct. 6, An Intimate Evening with Priscilla Presley; Oct. 11, An Evening with Lee Asher; Oct. 12, Three Dog Night. 2425 Lincoln Hwy. E., Lancaster. Times and tickets, AMTShows.com.
At The Grand in Wilmington
Oct. 5, Ari Shapiro: Thank You for Listening; Oct. 9, Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let’s Play; Oct. 9, Eddie Izzard; Oct. 12, The Rock Orchestra; Oct. 17, Matthew Sweet; Oct. 19, Richie Kotzen; Oct. 25, The Friends of the Brothers Celebrate The Allman Brothers; Nov. 1, The Robert Cray Band; Nov. 2, Mutts Gone […]
Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire
A cast of hundreds fill the shire. Visit the website for themed weekends such as Fairies and Fantasy and Pyrate Invasion Weekends. Mt. Hope Estate, 2775 Lebanon Rd., Manheim. Sat–Sun, 11 to 8. $17–$37. PARenFaire.com.
West Chester Railroad Fall Foliage Express
Enjoy a brisk fall afternoon along the picturesque Chester Creek Valley on a 90-minute journey back in time to the village of Glen Mills and return. Trains depart the station at 203 E. Market St., West Chester. 10 am, noon and 2 pm. $25–$30. WCRailroad.com.
Marshalton Triathlon
One of the longest-running triathlons in the country celebrates 50 years. Pedal, paddle, pace through a scenic and historic 10-mile route in Chester County. To register and for details, MarshaltonTriathlon.net.
Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center
Oct. 10, Studio Two presents The Early Beatles; Oct. 11, Moondance—The Ultimate Van Morrison Tribute Concert; Oct. 12, Uncaged, Zac Brown Tribute; Oct. 13, Kennett Symphony; Oct. 18, Awaken, a tribute to the music of Yes; Oct. 20, Chillin’ With the Villains; Oct. 26, Home Again, a tribute to the music of Carole King; Oct. […]
Westtown Amish Market
1165 Wilmington Pk., West Chester. Thurs, 9 to 6, Fri, 9 to 8, Sat. 8 to 4. 610-492-5700; WestChesterAmishMarket.com.
Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire
A cast of hundreds fill the shire. Visit the website for themed weekends such as Fairies and Fantasy and Pyrate Invasion Weekends. Mt. Hope Estate, 2775 Lebanon Rd., Manheim. Sat–Sun, 11 to 8. $17–$37. PARenFaire.com.
Westtown Day 2024
Westtown Day 2024
This family event features heaps of history and family fun. Tours of the Oakbourne Mansion, bounce castle, historical reenactors, petting zoo, emergency services touch a truck, kids archaeological dig box, face painting, live music and much more. Oakbourne Park, 1014 S. Concord Rd., West Chester. 11 to 3. Free. WesttownPA.org.
Downingtown Fall Fest
Downingtown Fall Fest
Street festival featuring food and craft vendors, Victory Brewing Beer Garden and live entertainment. Green St. & E. Pennsylvania Ave., 11 to 4. Rain or shine. DowningtownFallFest.com.
5th Annual Summer End Festival Car & Bike Show in Coatesville
5th Annual Summer End Festival Car & Bike Show in Coatesville
In addition to the show, enjoy food, music, prizes and more. Gateway Park, 1st Ave. & Lincoln Hwy., Coatesville. 11 to 5. Coatesville.org.
State Street Fall Festival in Media
State Street Fall Festival in Media
State Street in downtown Media will be alive with a mix of food, music, artists, crafters, nonprofits and family fun. 11 to 5. VisitMediaPA.com.
West Chester’s 22nd Annual Chili Cook-Off
West Chester’s 22nd Annual Chili Cook-Off
Downtown West Chester gets spicy! Chili-cooking teams — businesses, nonprofits, hometown cooks — line the streets for this cookoff and compete for prizes in several categories. Sample as many as you can, and vote for your favorite. This year’s cook-off is hosted by Fiorenza’s Food for Friends, a nonprofit that’s taking big steps to eradicate […]
Steamin’ Days at Auburn Heights
Steamin’ Days at Auburn Heights
Climb into an antique automobile or board one of the trains and experience what it was like to travel at the turn of the 20th century. Tour the 1897 mansion that was home to three generations of the Marshall family. 3000 Creek Rd., Hockessin DE. 12:30 to 4:30. $8–$15. AuburnHeights.org.
Fall Harvest & Great Pumpkin Patch at The Willows
Fall Harvest & Great Pumpkin Patch at The Willows
Tractor rides, pumpkin patches and painting, hayrides, mehanical bull, music and refreshments. 490 Darby-Paoli Rd., Radnor. 1 to 4. Free. Rain date, Oct. 8. Radnor.com.
Railroad Museum of PA 17th Annual Garden Railways Tour
Railroad Museum of PA 17th Annual Garden Railways Tour
A fun family outing for all ages featuring exclusive, self-guided tours of operating model trains in various outdoor and garden settings. Choose from among the five stops located in Wrightsville, Lancaster, Lititz and Manheim. 300 Gap Rd., Strasburg. 1 to 5 pm. $10. RRMuseumPA.org.
Brothers on the Brandywine Seasonal Beer Garden
Brothers on the Brandywine Seasonal Beer Garden
Bring your own chair or inner tube to cool off in the river at Brandywine Outfitters. Enjoy live music and food trucks as you sip the flavors of craft beers. 2100 Strasburg Rd., Coatesville. 1 pm to dusk. BrothersKershner.com/Beer-Garden.
Chester County Futures Golf Classic
Chester County Futures Golf Classic
Enjoy a relaxing afternoon of golf at Applebrook Golf Club while supporting a good cause. The day will also include a lunch buffet, cocktails and awards dinner reception. 100 Line Rd., Malvern. Reg, 11:30, start at 1. CCFutures.org.
Main Point Books
Main Point Books
Cooks and Books: Oct. 8, 5 cookbook authors: Dr. Janet Chrzan, Aliza Green, Joy Stocke, Deanna Segrave-Daly, and Fran Costigan have a conversation about how cookbooks are born, 6:30. Fiction Book Group: Oct. 15, “We All Want Impossible Things” by Catherine Newman, 1 pm. NonFiction Book Group: Oct. 24, “H is for Hawk ” by […]
Disney Jr. Live on Tour: “Let’s Play!”
Disney Jr. Live on Tour: “Let’s Play!”
Mickey is getting ready for the biggest playdate ever at the Clubhouse with all his favorite pals. The Grand Wilmington, 818 N. Market St., Wilmington. 6 pm. Tickets, TheGrandWilmington.org.
Reads & Company Book Groups
Reads & Company Book Groups
Oct. 2, The Big Reads Book Group: “Catalina” by Karla Cornejo Villavicencio. Oct. 9, The International Voices Book Group: “Budapest” by Chico Buarque. Oct. 16, The Kiss and Tell Romance Book Club: “The Book Swap” by Tessa Bickers. Oct. 23, The Bridge Street Book Club: “The Wishing Game” by Meg Shaffer. 234 Bridge St., Phoenixville. […]
Eagleview Farmers Market
Eagleview Farmers Market
Eagleview Town Center, Wellington Square, Exton. Thurs. 3 to 7. 610-836-1391; GrowingRootsPartners.com
Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet
Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet
Recognizing the best in our community including Business of the Year. Desmond Hotel & Conference Center, One Liberty Blvd., Malvern. Cocktail hour, 5:30 pm, awards, 6:45. Tickets $165 and up. GreaterWestChester.com.
Concerts at King of Prussia Town Center
Concerts at King of Prussia Town Center
Enjoy live music on the green at King of Prussia Town Center. 155 Village Dr. (in front of Davio’s), King of Prussia. 6 to 8 pm. For a complete lineup visit KingOfPrussia-TownCenter.com.
Know Your Barns: Barns of Chester County
Know Your Barns: Barns of Chester County
Have you ever passed by a barn and wondered about its history, style or purpose? Join professional architectural historian Robert Wise, who has dedicated over 30 years to studying barns in Southeastern Pennsylvania, as he guides you in understanding these fascinating structures. He will introduce you to the various barn types in the region and […]
Ta Ta For Now Breast Cancer Gala
Ta Ta For Now Breast Cancer Gala
The evening features complimentary hors d’oeuvres and drink tickets, unlimited cash bar, live music and raffles. The Pyramid Club, 1735 Market St., 52nd Fl., Philadelphia. 7 pm. $100. Give.BreastCancer.org.
Radnor Hunt Horse Trials
Radnor Hunt Horse Trials
Get ready to cheer on riders and horses at this triathlon event featuring competition in three disciplines: dressage, 9:45 am; stadium jumping, 9:55 am; cross country starting at 2 pm. Purchase a tailgate ticket on the website and enjoy a perfect spot to spread out and watch some jumps. A tailgate ticket gets you admission […]
Malvern Farmers Market
Malvern Farmers Market
Warren Ave. & Roberts Rd., Sat. 9 to 1. 610-836-1391. GrowingRootsPartners.com.
Phoenixville Farmers Market
Phoenixville Farmers Market
200 Mill St. Sat, 10 to noon; seniors, 9–9:30. PhoenixvilleFarmersMarket.org.
Downingtown Farmers Market
Downingtown Farmers Market
Log Cabin Field, Kerr Park, Pennsylvania Ave., Sat. 9 to 1. 610-836-1391. GrowingRootsPartners.com
East Goshen Township Food Truck and Music Festival
East Goshen Township Food Truck and Music Festival
A football field of food, live music and a beer & wine tent with food trucks, beer & wine garden, an art exhibit and live music. Beer & wine tent brought to you by Locust Lane Brewery and Chaddsford Winery. East Goshen Park, 1661 Paoli Pk., West Chester. 2 to 6 p.m. Free. Donations can […]
Pints on the Preserve at ChesLen Preserve
Pints on the Preserve at ChesLen Preserve
Hike, picnic and have fun. East Branch Brewing Company will be pouring suds at the Lenfest Center pavilion. Snacks available for cash only purchase. 1199 Cannery Rd., Coatesville. 2 to 7 pm. Free. NatLands.org.
Hoe Down at The Barn at Spring Brook Farm
Hoe Down at The Barn at Spring Brook Farm
The evening will feature dinner, beverages, entertainment and silent auction. Benefits the programs for children with disabilities. 360 Locust Grove Rd., West Chester. 6 to 10. For tickets, SpringBrook-Farm.org/Hoe-Down.