Event Categories
Events
Upper Merion Concerts Under the Stars
Township Building Park 175 W. Valley Forge Rd, King of PrussiaWest Chester Railroad Summer Picnic Special
West Chester Railroad Station 203 E Market St, West ChesterWeek of Events
Delaware Art Museum
Mar. 1–July 27, “Inked Impressions: Etchings in the Age of Whistler.” Mar. 15–Sept. 7, “Marisol to Warhol: Printmaking and Creative Collaboration.” 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. 3–Aug. 2, “The Rise and Fall of Miss Fannie’s Biscuits.” Apr. 12–Oct. 18, Ryan & Friends: Lifetime of Laughter. 2760 #A Old Philadelphia Pk., Bird-in-Hand. Times and tickets, 717-768-1568; Bird-In-Hand.com/Stage.
At The Fulton
Apr. 11–May 11, “Anastasia: The Musical.” June 13–July 20, “Cats.” 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-397-7425; TheFulton.org.
Festival of Fountains at Longwood
Revisit nature and revel in brilliant blooms to stunning vistas from the Conservatory Overlook as you watch dancing fountains. 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square. Thurs–Sat, 9:15 pm. $18–$25. 610-388-1000; LongwoodGardens.org.
Brandywine Museum of Art
Through June 15, “Andrew Wyeth: Human Nature.” Through July 13, “Tell me a Story Where the Bad Girl Wins: The Life and Art of Barbara Shermund.” Through Sept. 7, “This Earthen Door: Nature as Muse and Material.” Through Sept. 28, “Andrew Wyeth at Kuerner Farm: The Eye of the Earth.” 1 Hoffman’s Mill Rd., Chadds […]
Brandywine Treasure Trail Passport
Gather your family or closest friends and visit 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.
Delaware County Summer Festival
This popular Delco tradition offers everything from Classical to Cajun, Motown to Broadway, Doo Wop to Rock & Pop. Visit website for concerts. Rose Tree Park, Rt. 252 & Providence Rd., Upper Providence. Free. DelcoPA.gov/Departments/Parks/SummerFestival.html.
“Cats” at Fulton Theatre
The theater will be transformed into an abandoned amusement park that will surround the audience, delivering Andrew Lloyd Webber’s classic in a magical new light. 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-397-7425; TheFulton.org.
“Little Shop of Horrors” at People’s Light
Follow an unfortunate florist who unwittingly cultivates a singing botanical menace. 39 Conestoga Rd., Malvern. Times and tickets, PeoplesLight.org.
Upper Merion Concerts Under the Stars
July 3, Lotus with Circles Around the Sun & Ghost-Note; July 5, Indigo Girls with Dar Williams and The Milk Carton Kids; July 6, Railroad Earth, Yonder Mountain String Band, Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country; July 10, Dawes with Phosphorescent: July 11, The Legendary Wailers with Junior Marvin; July 19, Trevor Hall; July 23, The High […]
Kennett Flash
July 5, Dirk Quinn Band; July 12, Riot Act: A Tribute to Pearl Jam; July 19, Street Survivors: A Lynyrd Skynyrd Experience; July 26, Tray Wellington Band. 102 Sycamore Alley, Kennett Square. Visit website for more. Times and tickets, 484-732-8295; KennettFlash.org.
The Colonial Theatre Presents Blobfest
A weekend of events surrounding the classic film “The Blob,” including a street fair, costume contest, marathons, the Blob Ball and, of course, the screening and run-out of the theater, Benefits the theater. 227 Bridge St., Phoenixville. TheColonialTheatre.com/Blobfest.
The Keswick Theatre
July 11, Foghat; July 15, Ryan Adams; July 18, Hugo: tribute to Journey; July 20, Maybe I’m Amazed: tribute to Paul McCartney; July 25, Tusk: tribute to Fleetwood Mac; July 31, Happy Together Tour 2025. 291 N. Keswick Ave., Glenside. Visit website for more. KeswickTheatre.com.
American Music Theatre
July 11, Terry Fator: On the Road Again; July 12, The Association & The Buckinghams; July 13, Straight No Chaser; July 18, Eaglemania; July 25, Journey from the Heart. 2425 Lincoln Hwy. E., Lancaster. Times and tickets, AMTShows.com.
Open-Air Market in West Chester
Four blocks of Gay Street (from Matlack to Darlington Street) are closed to vehicles so everyone can enjoy al fresco dining and shopping. Gay Street will be shut down for the Open-Air Market every weekend (Fri morning through Mon morning). DowntownWestChester.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.
Malvern Fire Co. Fair
A Malvern tradition with rides, games, food, bands, fireworks and every night is a Family Night. Monument Grounds, 550 Monument Ave., Malvern. Daily 6 to 10 pm. MalvernFireCo.com.
Dining Under the Stars in Media
Stroll. Shop. Dine. Restaurants set up tables on State Street, which is closed from Jackson to Orange, for this summer-long outdoor dining event. Check VisitMediaPA.com for participating restaurants.
Wellington Square Bookshop
Classics Book Club: July 2, “Waiting for Godot: A Tragicomedy in Two Acts” by Samuel Beckett, 2 pm. NonFiction Book Group: July 3, “Knife: Meditations After an Attempted Murder” by Salman Rushdie, 7 pm. Fiction Book Group: July 16 & 17, “Go as River” by Shelley Read, Wed, 2 pm; Thurs, 2 & 7 pm. […]
Delaware Shakespeare—”Twelfth Night, O Lo Que Quieras”
A bilingual musical adaptation of Shakespeare’s romantic comedy. Rockwood Park, 4651 Washington St. Extension. Times and tickets, DelShakes.org.
Delaware State Fair
Kick up some fun and enjoy concerts, exhibitions, livestock auctions, carnival rides, fair food and onsite camping. 18500 S. Dupont Hwy., Harrington, DE. 1 pm. $5–$10. DelawareStateFair.com.
Wellington Square Bookshop
Classics Book Club: July 2, “Waiting for Godot: A Tragicomedy in Two Acts” by Samuel Beckett, 2 pm. NonFiction Book Group: July 3, “Knife: Meditations After an Attempted Murder” by Salman Rushdie, 7 pm. Fiction Book Group: July 16 & 17, “Go as River” by Shelley Read, Wed, 2 pm; Thurs, 2 & 7 pm. […]
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.
Cecil County Fair
There’s something for everyone at the Cecil County Fair with a carnival midway, demolition derby, tractor and truck pulls, a rodeo, cow chip toss, hay bale toss, big wheel race and more. Fair Hill Fairgrounds, 4640 Telegraph Rd., Elkton, MD. Check website for hours. $2–6. CecilCountyFair.org.
Artisan Market at Winterthur
Winterthur celebrates American artistry and craftsmanship at this annual market with talented artisans, workshops, wine tasting and more. Rt. 52, Winterthur. Daily 10 to 4. $8–$35. Winterthur.org.
Volunteer at Chester County Food Bank for National Pennsylvania Day
In partnership with America250 PA Chester County, volunteers can help prep and package nutritious prepared meals and sort, clean and pack fresh produce for distribution. Or help harvest fresh vegetables at either Springton Manor Farm in Glenmoore or Two Gander Farm in Downingtown. Visit VHub.At/America250PA.
Open-Air Market in West Chester
Four blocks of Gay Street (from Matlack to Darlington Street) are closed to vehicles so everyone can enjoy al fresco dining and shopping. Gay Street will be shut down for the Open-Air Market every weekend (Fri morning through Mon morning). DowntownWestChester.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.
Sunday, July 13, 2025
-
July 13, 2025 RecurringWest Chester Railroad Summer Picnic Special
-
July 13, 2025 RecurringBrandywine Polo
-
July 13, 2025 RecurringWest Goshen Summer Concert Series
-
July 13, 2025 RecurringBryn Mawr Twilight Concerts
-
July 13, 2025 RecurringLong’s Park Summer Music Series
West Chester Railroad Summer Picnic Special
Enjoy a train ride from West Chester to Glen Mills and return on a summer afternoon. Pack a lunch to have during our stop at the Glen Mills train station picnic grove. 230 E. Market St., West Chester. Noon. $25. WCRailroad.com.
Brandywine Polo
Spectators picnic and tailgate at the grounds. 232 Polo Rd., Toughkenamon. Friday Twilight Polo—gates open at 5; match at 5:30. Sun, gates open at 1:30; match at 3, $15–$20. Canceled for rain or extreme heat. 610-268-8692; BrandywinePolo.com.
West Goshen Summer Concert Series
July 13, The Malarkey Brothers; July 27, A Capella Pops. Bring dry goods for West Chester Food Cupboard. West Goshen Community Park, N. Five Points and Fern Hill Rds., West Chester. Concerts through Aug. 24. 6:30. Free. WestGoshen.org.
Bryn Mawr Twilight Concerts
July 12, Steve Forbert & The New Renditions; July 13, Trout Fishing in America; July 18, Lucy Kaplansky and Liz Longley; July 25, Cheryl Wheeler and David Wilcox; Aug. 1, Folk Fest Preview Show (free show). Concerts through Sept. 5. The Gazebo, 9 S. Bryn Mawr Ave., Bryn Mawr. 7 pm. For tickets, BrynMawrTwilightConcerts.com.
Long’s Park Summer Music Series
July 6, Ghost Note; July 13, Galactic; July 20, Alo; July 27, Hippies & Cowboys; Aug. 3, Eli Paperboy Reed. Concerts through Aug. 17. Long’s Park Amphitheater, Rt. 30 & Harrisburg Pk., Lancaster. 7:30 pm. LongsPark.org.
Monday, July 14, 2025
No events on this day.
Tuesday, July 15, 2025
-
July 15, 2025 RecurringMain Point Books
Main Point Books
July 1, Find Waldo opening event. Book Launch: “The Unraveling of Julia” by Lisa Scottoline, 7 pm. Fiction Book Group: July 15, “The Postcard” by Anne Berest, 1 pm. NonFiction Book Group: July 31, “Miracles and Wonder: The Historical Mystery of Jesus” by Elaine Pagels, 7 pm. 116 N. Wayne Ave., Wayne. MainPointBooks.com.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
-
July 16, 2025 - RecurringLancaster County Farmers Market
-
July 16, 2025 - RecurringWest Chester TAPS
-
July 16, 2025 - RecurringSummer Nights at Hagley
-
July 16, 2025 RecurringUnderground Railroad in West Chester Walking Tours
-
July 16, 2025 RecurringSummer Concert Series at Anson B. Nixon Park
-
July 16, 2025 RecurringReads & Company
Lancaster County Farmers Market
389 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. Wed., Fri., Sat., 6 to 4. 610-688-9856. LancasterCountyFarmersMarket.com.
West Chester TAPS
Enjoy a borough-wide happy hour to unwind with friends every Wednesday, 4 to 7 pm. Participating locations offer select $5 beers, $6 wines and $7 cocktails plus half-price appetizers. DowntownWestChester.com for locations.
Summer Nights at Hagley
Bring the whole family and a picnic for summer fun in a beautiful outdoor setting. Or sample local food trucks. Dogfish Head craft beer and Woodside Farm Creamery ice cream are available for purchase. 200 Hagley Creek Rd., Wilmington. 5 to 8 pm. $5. Hagley.org.
Underground Railroad in West Chester Walking Tours
Visit eight locations in downtown West Chester and learn about the conductors, financiers and stations that made the Underground Railroad possible. Discover the stories of those who made it to freedom and settled in West Chester. Chester County History Center, 225 N. High St., West Chester. 6 pm. $17.25. DowntownWestChester.com.
Summer Concert Series at Anson B. Nixon Park
July 2, Renasci; July 9, The Whitney Project; July 16, Cordelia Blue; July 23, Carly Simmons; July 30, The Late Ambitions; Aug, 6, Bones Brigade. 405 N. Walnut St., Kennett Square. 6:30 pm. Free. AnsonBNixonPark.org.
Reads & Company
The Big Reads Book Group: July 2, “The Road to Tender Hearts” by Annie Hartnett. International Voices Book Group: July 9, “Four Treasures of the Sky” by Jenny Tinghui Zhang. Kiss and Tell Romance Book Group: July 16, “Great Big Beautiful Life” by Emily Henry. Then and Now Book Group: July 22, “Martyr!” by Kaveh […]
Thursday, July 17, 2025
-
July 17, 2025 - RecurringEagleview Farmers Market
-
July 17, 2025 - RecurringSculpture Garden Happy Hour at Delaware Art Museum
-
July 17, 2025 - RecurringMusic at Marshall
-
July 17, 2025 - RecurringThird Thursdays on State Street in Kennett Square
-
July 17, 2025 - Recurring2025 Town Tours and Village Walks
-
July 17, 2025 RecurringSummer in the Park Concerts at Wilson Farm Park
-
July 17, 2025 RecurringEast Bradford Summer Concert Series
Eagleview Farmers Market
Eagleview Town Center, Wellington Square, Exton. Thurs. 3 to 7. 610-836-1391; GrowingRootsPartners.com
Sculpture Garden Happy Hour at Delaware Art Museum
Summer series features live music, local brews, lawn games, wine, cocktails and food vendors. 2301 Kentmere Pkwy. N. Terrace, Copeland Sculpture Garden, Wilmington. 5 to 7:30 pm. Free. DelArt.org.
Music at Marshall
July 10 & 17, Big Boy Brass Band; July 31 & Aug. 7, Chico’s Vibe; Aug. 21, Butterfoot. Marshall Square Park, 200 E. Marshall St., West Chester. 5 to 8 pm. MarshallSquarePark.org.
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 every third Thursday. KennettCollaborative.org.
2025 Town Tours and Village Walks
June 12, join the 31st Town Tours kickoff celebration in West Chester and explore some of the borough’s “Untold Stories” at the Church of the Holy Trinity, 212 S. High St., 5:30 p.m. Upcoming tours: June 26, Coatesville; July 10, Warwick County Park; July 17, Valley Forge NHP; July 26, Lafayette Day; July 31, Barnard […]
Summer in the Park Concerts at Wilson Farm Park
July 10, Barefoot Bobby; July 17, Bloom & Decay; July 24, Chico’s Vibe. Beverages and ice cream available for purchase. Wilson Farm Park, 500 Lee Rd., Chesterbrook. 7 pm. Free. Tredyffrin.org.
East Bradford Summer Concert Series
July 17, Yesterday’s News; Aug. 14, MissBehavin’. East Bradford Park, 835 Kenmara Dr., West Chester. 7 pm. EastBradford.org.
Friday, July 18, 2025
-
July 18, 2025 - RecurringLancaster County Farmers Market
-
July 18, 2025 RecurringBrandywine Polo
-
July 18, 2025 RecurringConcerts and Dancing in the Courtyard— Brandywine Museum of Art
-
July 18, 2025 RecurringBryn Mawr Twilight Concerts
Lancaster County Farmers Market
389 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. Wed., Fri., Sat., 6 to 4. 610-688-9856. LancasterCountyFarmersMarket.com.
Brandywine Polo
Spectators picnic and tailgate at the grounds. 232 Polo Rd., Toughkenamon. Friday Twilight Polo—gates open at 5; match at 5:30. Sun, gates open at 1:30; match at 3, $15–$20. Canceled for rain or extreme heat. 610-268-8692; BrandywinePolo.com.
Concerts and Dancing in the Courtyard— Brandywine Museum of Art
July 18, Parlour Noir. July 24, Salsa Lessons in the Courtyard. Aug. 1, Jump City 8. Aug. 15, Wicked Sycamore. 1 Hoffman’s Mill Rd., Chadds Ford. 6 pm. $25–$40. Brandywine.org.
Bryn Mawr Twilight Concerts
July 12, Steve Forbert & The New Renditions; July 13, Trout Fishing in America; July 18, Lucy Kaplansky and Liz Longley; July 25, Cheryl Wheeler and David Wilcox; Aug. 1, Folk Fest Preview Show (free show). Concerts through Sept. 5. The Gazebo, 9 S. Bryn Mawr Ave., Bryn Mawr. 7 pm. For tickets, BrynMawrTwilightConcerts.com.
Saturday, July 19, 2025
-
July 19, 2025 - RecurringLancaster County Farmers Market
-
July 19, 2025 - RecurringMalvern Farmers Market
-
July 19, 2025 - RecurringDowningtown Farmers Market
-
July 19, 2025 -Victory Brewing Co. Summer Love Block Party
-
July 19, 2025 RecurringSummer Pop-Up Beer Garden Series at Uptown
-
July 19, 2025 -Craft & Mercantile at River Station
-
July 19, 2025Family Mystery at the Museum
Lancaster County Farmers Market
389 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. Wed., Fri., Sat., 6 to 4. 610-688-9856. LancasterCountyFarmersMarket.com.
Malvern Farmers Market
Warren Ave. & Roberts Rd., Sat. 9 to 1. 610-836-1391. GrowingRootsPartners.com.
Downingtown Farmers Market
Log Cabin Field, Kerr Park, Pennsylvania Ave., Sat. 9 to 1. 610-836-1391. GrowingRootsPartners.com
Victory Brewing Co. Summer Love Block Party
This all-day celebration promises brews, beats and summer fun for the whole family, plus a full lineup of entertainment, local vendors and food specials. The day kicks off at 11 with free morning yoga, followed by a local vendor market, Kid Zone packed with games and activities, and live music from The Proper Hustlers, School […]
Summer Pop-Up Beer Garden Series at Uptown
Featuring live music, food trucks, art and lawn games. July 19, The Joshua Tree: A U2 Tribute; Aug 9, The Dave Matthews Tribute Band. 226 N. High St., West Chester. 5 pm. Free. UptownWestChester.org.
Craft & Mercantile at River Station
A good time is guaranteed with a curated evening of local artisans, food and entertainment under the stars and twinkle lights. River Station, 200 River Station Blvd., Downingtown. 5 to 8:30. GrowingRootsPartners.com.
Family Mystery at the Museum
Your task is to find the missing item at the museum. End the evening with a campfire and a movie then spend the night and enjoy breakfast in the morning. Recommended for ages 4 and up—children must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required. DE Museum of Nature & Science, 4840 Kennett Pk., Wilmington. 7 […]