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82nd Annual Ludwig’s Corner Horse Show & Country Fair
Ludwig's Corner Horse Show Grounds 1325 Pottstown Pk., GlenmooreWest Chester Railroad Summer Picnic Special
West Chester Railroad Station 203 E Market St, West ChesterBrothers on the Brandywine Back to School Bash
Brothers on the Brandywine Beer Garden 2096 Strasburg Rd, CoatesvilleWeek 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.
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.
The Keswick Theatre
Aug. 13, Ozomatli; Aug. 15, The Million Dollar Experience: The Music of Elvis, Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins & Roy Orbison; Aug. 16, Yo Gabba Gabba! Live!; Aug. 22, Friends of the Brothers; Aug. 24, Silversun Pickups; Aug. 29, Blackberry Smoke; Sept. 5, The Farewell Tour: Al Stewart. 291 N. Keswick Ave., Glenside. […]
Delaware Art Museum
“Warm Room: Photographs from Historic Greenhouses by Peter A. Moriarty,” historic greenhouses worldwide, capturing their light-filled architecture in gelatin-silver prints. 2301 Kentmere Pkwy., Wilmington. Wed–Sun, 10 to 4. $14–$25. DelArt.org.
August Quarterly Festival Celebration
The nation’s oldest African American festival celebrating freedom of religion and speech and the right of assembly. Tubman-Garrett Riverfront Park, Rosa Parks Dr. AugustQuarterly.org.
47th Annual Long’s Park Art Festival
An outdoor gallery filled with 200+ juried artisans offering clothing, jewelry, pottery, hand-crafted furniture, functional art and more. Enjoy local culinary treats as well as wine and craft beer. 1441 Harrisburg Pk., Lancaster. Fri–Sat, 10 to 6; Sun, 10 to 5. $15. LongsPark.org.
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.
82nd Annual Ludwig’s Corner Horse Show & Country Fair
A Chester County tradition featuring lots of activities, including pony rides, Mounted Parade of Hounds, pet parade, live music, country fair midway and, of course, the Horse Show, beginning at 8 am daily. Ludwig’s Corner Horse Show Grounds, 1326 Pottstown Pk., Glenmoore. Midway is open 11 to 4. $10/carload. LudwigsHorseShow.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. $22–$38. PARenFaire.com.
Fireworks and Fountains at Longwood Gardens
1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square. LongwoodGardens.org.
Wellington Square Bookshop
Classics Book Club: Sept. 3, “Catch-22” by Joseph Heller, 2 pm. NonFiction Book Group: Sept. 11, “Going Infinite: The Rise and Fall of a New Tycoon” by Michael Lewis, 7 pm. Fiction Book Group: Sept. 17 & 18, “Jackie” by Dawn Tripp, Wed, 2 pm; Thurs, 2 & 7 pm. 549 Wellington Sq., Exton. WellingtonSquareBooks.com.
Mt. Cuba Center—Native Plants and Gardening Workshops
Their mission is to inspire an appreciation for the beauty and value of native plants and a commitment to protect the habitats that sustain them. Register at MtCubaCenter.org.
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.
Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center
Sept. 4, Better than Bacon; Sept. 5, ’90s Rockfest; Sept. 11, The Laugh Lounge; Sept. 12, Portrait of Aretha; Sept. 18, Jazz Cocktail Hour; Oct. 4, New York’s Finest: A Tribute to Sting & the Police. 226 N. High St., West Chester. Times and tickets, UptownWestChester.org.
At The Grand in Wilmington
Sept. 4, The Music of ABBA; Sept. 7, George Thorogood and the Destroyers; Sept. 10, Celtic Thunder; Sept. 13, Motown Magic; Sept. 14, Trombone Shorty; Sept. 19, The Ultimate Tribute to the Bee Gees; Sept. 20, An Evening with Cowboy Junkies; Sept. 24, Ana Popovic; Sept. 27, Damon Williams; Oct. 3, Violent Femmes; Oct. 5, […]
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.
Radnor Hunt Concours d’Elegance
Nationally recognized motor car exhibition and other car events with special guests: racing legend David Hobbs and motorcycle trailblazer Erik Buell. Benefits Thorncroft Equestrian Center. Sept. 5, Welcome Barbecue; Sept. 6, The Bill O’Connell Memorial Road Rally, gala and auction; Sept. 7, The Concours d’Elegance. Radnor Hunt, 826 Providence Rd., Malvern. Gen. adm., $40–$80. RadnorConcours.org.
American Music Theatre
Sept. 5, Gabby Barrett with special guest Payton Smith; Sept. 6, Get the Led Out; Sept. 7, The Malpass Brothers and Wilson Fairchild; Sept. 11, The Nelsons; Sept. 14, Celtic Thunder: An Intimate Evening; Sept. 15, ZZ Top; Sept. 18, Clint Black: Back on the Blacktop Tour; Sept. 19, The Texas Tenors; Sept. 21, The […]
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.
Historic Odessa Brewfest
Enjoy 50 local, regional and national craft breweries, live music, gourmet food and artisan vendors. Benefits Historic Odessa Fdn. 202 Main St., Odessa, DE. OdessaBrewfest.com.
Brandywine Festival of the Arts
Over 200 artisans from all over the country display and sell their work. 1001 N. Park Dr. Sat, 10 to 6; Sun, 10 to 4. $5. BrandywineArts.com.
Annual Mushroom Festival in Kennett Square
Enjoy tasty mushroom dishes, exhibits, demos, kids activities and craft vendors. 600 S. Broad St. lot. Sat, 10 to 6; Sun, 9 to 4. $5, cash only. MushroomFestival.org.
Rose Squared Art Show at Ludwig’s Corner
This show features exhibitors in many mediums, including apothecary, artisanal foods, ceramics, digital art, decorative and wearable fiber, glass, jewelry and more. Food and beverage trucks on site. 1326 Pottstown Pk., Glenmoore. Daily, 10 to 5. $6. RoseSquared.com.
Greater Philadelphia Fall Home Show
Find experts, inspiration and more at this show. Valley Forge Casino Resort, 1160 1st Ave., King of Prussia. Sat, 10 to 8; Sun, 10 to 5. Free with online registration or $10 at the door. GreaterPhillyHomeShows.com.
The Colonial Theatre
Aug. 1, Britain’s Finest; Aug. 24, Jimmie Vaughan & The Tilt-A-Whirl Band; Sept. 6, Dann Pell–Songs to Ground and Uplift. 227 Bridge St., Phoenixville. Times and tickets, TheColonialTheatre.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. $22–$38. PARenFaire.com.
Sunday, August 31, 2025
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August 31, 2025 RecurringWest Chester Railroad Summer Picnic Special
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August 31, 2025 RecurringTaste Kennett Food Tours
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August 31, 2025 RecurringBrandywine Polo
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August 31, 2025Brothers on the Brandywine Back to School Bash
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.
Taste Kennett Food Tours
Savor, stroll, smile! Embark on a culinary adventure through historic downtown Kennett Square. The guided food tour includes an afternoon of visiting five of Kennett Square’s unique restaurants, one wine tasting, as well as a market and local ice cream shop. Tours begin at the Market at Liberty Place, 148 W. State St., Kennett Square. […]
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.
Brothers on the Brandywine Back to School Bash
Parents, this one is for you. Celebrate the end of summer and kids going back to school with a bounce house, food trucks, face painting, ice cream and more. 2100 Strasburg Rd., Coatesville. 3 pm. BrothersKershner.com.
Monday, September 1, 2025
No events on this day.
Tuesday, September 2, 2025
No events on this day.
Wednesday, September 3, 2025
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September 3, 2025 - RecurringLancaster County Farmers Market
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September 3, 2025 RecurringChester County History Center—Plagues and Pestilence: A Walking Tour
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September 3, 2025 RecurringReads & Company
Lancaster County Farmers Market
389 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. Wed., Fri., Sat., 6 to 4. 610-688-9856. LancasterCountyFarmersMarket.com.
Chester County History Center—Plagues and Pestilence: A Walking Tour
This tour will explore how diseases impacted families, changed burial practices and how the borough worked to overcome cholera, typhoid, diphtheria, rabies and smallpox. 225 N. High St., West Chester. 6 pm. $16. MyCCHC.org.
Reads & Company
The Big Reads Book Group: Sept. 3, “Vera, or Faith” by Gary Shteyngart. International Voices Book Group: Sept. 10, “The Lion Women of Tehran” by Marjan Kamali. Kiss and Tell Romance Book Group: Sept. 17, “Before I Let Go” by Kennedy Ryan. Then and Now Book Group: Sept. 23, “Drive Your Plow Over the Bones […]
Thursday, September 4, 2025
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September 4, 2025 - RecurringEagleview Farmers Market
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September 4, 2025 - RecurringSculpture Garden Happy Hour at Delaware Art Museum
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September 4, 2025Summer in the Park Concert at Wilson Farm Park
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.
Summer in the Park Concert at Wilson Farm Park
Busted Band—Will’s & Bill’s will be providing beverages—Kona Ice will be providing sweet treats. Wilson Farm Park, 500 Lee Rd., Chesterbrook. 7 pm. Free. Tredyffrin.org.
Friday, September 5, 2025
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September 5, 2025 - RecurringLancaster County Farmers Market
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September 5, 2025 -11th Annual Car Show in Oxford
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September 5, 2025 RecurringBrandywine Polo
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September 5, 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.
11th Annual Car Show in Oxford
One of downtown Oxford’s biggest events, with the capacity for over 200 cars, trucks and bikes on the streets. 13 S. 3rd St., Oxford. 3 to 8 pm. OxfordMainstreet.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.
Bryn Mawr Twilight Concerts
Aug. 8, Darlingside; Aug. 15, Stephen Kellogg; Aug. 23, Susan Werner; Aug. 30, Vienna Teng; Sept, 5, Ron Sexsmith. The Gazebo, 9 S. Bryn Mawr Ave., Bryn Mawr. 7 pm. For tickets, BrynMawrTwilightConcerts.com.
Saturday, September 6, 2025
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September 6, 2025 - RecurringLancaster County Farmers Market
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September 6, 2025 - RecurringMalvern Farmers Market
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September 6, 2025Run the Vineyards—Penns Woods Yoga & 5K
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September 6, 2025 - RecurringDowningtown Farmers Market
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September 6, 2025 -West Chester Friends Secret Gardens of West Chester Tour
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September 6, 2025 -Historic Sugartown Bee Day
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September 6, 2025 -Biodiversity Bash: Stoneleigh Bioblitz
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September 6, 2025 -Mill Technology Lecture at the Mill at Anselma
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September 6, 2025 -17th Annual Caln Community Day
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.
Run the Vineyards—Penns Woods Yoga & 5K
Enjoy scenic views, delicious wine, live music, food trucks, live music and more. HEADstrong Foundation is the charity partner for this race. Penns Woods Winery, 124 Beaver Valley Rd., Chadds Ford. Yoga, 9 am; race, 9:20. $48. PennsWoodsWinery.com.
Downingtown Farmers Market
Log Cabin Field, Kerr Park, Pennsylvania Ave., Sat. 9 to 1. 610-836-1391. GrowingRootsPartners.com
West Chester Friends Secret Gardens of West Chester Tour
A self-guided walking tour of privately owned gardens in the northeast area of the borough, including at the school and at Barclay Friends. Stop by the plant sale located on the campus of West Chester Friends School to shop. Benefits West Chester Friends School, 415 N. High St., West Chester. 10 to 2:30. $25. Birdease.com/SecretGardensOfWestChester.
Historic Sugartown Bee Day
Celebrate National Honey Month with Historic Sugartown and the Chester County Beekeepers Association. A fun, educational and family-friendly event all about our vital pollinators. Carriage Museum at Historic Sugartown, 273 Boot Rd., Malvern. 10 to 1. $5. HistoricSugartown.org.
Biodiversity Bash: Stoneleigh Bioblitz
You’ll enjoy guided walks, make discoveries and observations that help grow an understanding of Stoneleigh’s biodiversity and participate in community science while enjoying a day in the garden. 1829 County Line Rd., Villanova. 11 to 2. $25. NatLands.org.
Mill Technology Lecture at the Mill at Anselma
Led by the mill's own miller, Dave Rollenhagen, this special lecture will explore the fascinating technical engineering behind the Mill at Anselma, widely recognized as the most complete known example of a custom grain mill in the United States. 1 to 2 p.m. 1730 Conestoga Rd., Chester Springs. AnselmaMill.org
17th Annual Caln Community Day
Fun for all featuringa roaming magician, inflatables, bingo, face painting, an art show and fireworks. Caln Municipal Park, 200 Municipal Dr., Thorndale. 3 to 8 pm. Free. CalnTownship.org.