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Kennett 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., LancasterUptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center
Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center 226 N. High St., West ChesterCCDSIG Buddy Walk and Family Run & Fun Day
West Goshen Community Park 900 Lawrence Dr., West ChesterBrothers 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; […]
“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.
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.
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.
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 […]
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. […]
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.
Pints With A Purpose Happy Hour
Exton Region Chamber of Commerce and Locust Lane Craft Brewery join to raise funds for many organizations benefiting from the happy hours. Locust Lane Craft Brewery, 50 Three Tun Rd., Malvern. Visit Business.ERCC.net/Events.
The Great Pumpkin Carve 2024
Over 70 giant pumpkins are carved by local artists and will then be lit and displayed. Enjoy a kid-friendly Haunted Trail, raffle prizes and live music. Food, local craft beer and wine are available. Chadds Ford Historical Society, 1736 Creek Rd., Chadds Ford. Thurs–Fri, 4 to 9; Sat, 3 to 9. $5–$15. ChaddsFordHistory.org.
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.
Chester County Library’s Halloween Door Tour
Doors and porches in West Chester are decorated for Halloween. Vote for best decorations in three categories — funniest, scariest and most original. Look for the Halloween Door Tour sign in participating yards. For a donation, tourgoers will receive a map and a list of scavenger items to look for during the self-guided tour. Maps […]
First State Ballet Theatre Presents “Romeo & Juliet”
Don’t miss the drama and passion set to the beautiful score by Sergei Prokofiev as this production makes its debut on the main stage in Copeland Hall at The Grand Opera House, 818 N. Market St., Wilmington. Sat, 7 pm; Sun, 2 pm. $25–$65. TheGrandWilmington.org.
Taste! Philadelphia
Featuring over 145 exhibitors along with demonstrations, tastings from wineries, breweries and distilleries, samples from chefs and restaurants in the region, exhibits and more. Valley Forge Casino Resort, 1160 First Ave., King of Prussia. Fri, 6 to 10; Sat, 11 to 3 and 4 to 8. $120. PhillyTasteFest.com.
Hagley Craft Fair
Artisans display and sell their fine arts, crafts and gourmet items. Refreshments available. Hagley Museum & Library, 298 Buck Rd., Wilmington. Sat, 10 to 5; Sun, 10 to 4. $8–$12. Hagley.org.
Chestertown RiverArts Studio Tour
Choose from 60 artists on the self-guided studio tour, chat about their inspirations and see how they actually create their work. Start at the RiverArts Gallery, 315 High St., Chestertown. Noon to 6. $15–$50. ChestertownRiverArts.com/Studio-Tour.
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.
Sunday, October 13, 2024
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October 13, 2024 -CCDSIG Buddy Walk and Family Run & Fun Day
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October 13, 2024 - RecurringBrothers on the Brandywine Seasonal Beer Garden
CCDSIG Buddy Walk and Family Run & Fun Day
The Chester County Down Syndrome Interest Group holds a 5K, Buddy Walk and Fun Run and Dash for kids. West Goshen Park, Five Points & Fern Hill Rds., West Chester. Check-in, 9:30; race, 10 to 2. To register, CCDSIG.org/Buddy-Walk.
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.
Monday, October 14, 2024
No events on this day.
Tuesday, October 15, 2024
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October 15, 2024 RecurringMain 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 […]
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
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October 16, 2024 RecurringReads & 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. […]
Thursday, October 17, 2024
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October 17, 2024 - RecurringEagleview Farmers Market
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October 17, 2024 - RecurringThird Thursdays on State Street in Kennett Square
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October 17, 2024West Chester Historic Preservation Awards
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October 17, 2024 - RecurringConcerts at King of Prussia Town Center
Eagleview Farmers Market
Eagleview Town Center, Wellington Square, Exton. Thurs. 3 to 7. 610-836-1391; GrowingRootsPartners.com
Third Thursdays on State Street in Kennett Square
Enjoy outdoor dining, extended shopping hours, live music, children’s activities, pop-up vendors and more. State Street is closed from Broad to Center Sts. from 5 to 10 pm. KennettCollaborative.org.
West Chester Historic Preservation Awards
The West Chester Downtown Foundation created this awards program to recognize and honor projects both large and small that help highlight and preserve West Chester’s historic character. Winners announced at the Chester County History Center, 225 N. High St., West Chester. 5:30 pm. For tickets, visit WCDF.org.
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.
Friday, October 18, 2024
No events on this day.
Saturday, October 19, 2024
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October 19, 2024 - RecurringMalvern Farmers Market
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October 19, 2024 - RecurringPhoenixville Farmers Market
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October 19, 2024 - RecurringDowningtown Farmers Market
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October 19, 2024 -White Horse Village Octofair
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October 19, 2024 -International Archeology Day at Newlin Grist Mill
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October 19, 2024 - RecurringKalmar Nyckel, Tall Ship of Delaware
Malvern Farmers Market
Warren Ave. & Roberts Rd., Sat. 9 to 1. 610-836-1391. GrowingRootsPartners.com.
Phoenixville Farmers Market
200 Mill St. Sat, 10 to noon; seniors, 9–9:30. PhoenixvilleFarmersMarket.org.
Downingtown Farmers Market
Log Cabin Field, Kerr Park, Pennsylvania Ave., Sat. 9 to 1. 610-836-1391. GrowingRootsPartners.com
White Horse Village Octofair
Fun for the whole family with auctions, raffles, breakfast and lunch fare, vendors, children’s activities and a meet and greet with animals from LaMancha Animal Rescue. 535 Gradyville Rd., Newtown Square. 9 to 2:30. Free. WhiteHorseVillage.org.
International Archeology Day at Newlin Grist Mill
All are invited to assist professional archaeologists with excavations at Newlin Grist Mill as the site celebrates and participates in International Archaeology Day. 219 Cheyney Rd., Glen Mills. 10 to 3. Free. NewlinGristMill.org.
Kalmar Nyckel, Tall Ship of Delaware
Find adventure and outdoor fun, maritime history and cultural events with annual community festivals. July 13, Captain Kidd’s Pirate Adventure Day, noon to 4 pm; Oct. 19, Halloween Ghost Ship, noon to 4 pm. Copeland Maritime Center at the Kalmar Nyckel Shipyard, 1124 E. 7th St. KalmarNyckel.org.