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Mt. Cuba Center—Native Plants and Gardening Workshops
Mt. Cuba Center 3120 Barley Mill Rd, HockessinUptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center
Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center 226 N. High St., West Chester“A Chorus Line” at Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center
Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center 226 N. High St., West ChesterWeek of Events
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.
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.
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.
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, […]
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 […]
The Keswick Theatre
Sept. 8, Mad! Tour–Sparks; Sept. 9, The Watekeswickrboys; Sept. 10, 10CC; Sept. 13, Tom Petty Tribute: The Breakers; Sept. 18, CoComelon Sing-A-Long Live; Sept. 20, An Evening with Emerson, Lake & Palmer; Sept. 25, Shaun Cassidy; Sept. 26, Mo’Nique & Friends; Sept. 28, Steve Hofstetter. 291 N. Keswick Ave., Glenside. Times and tickets, KeswickTheatre.com.
“Driving Miss Daisy” at Fulton Theatre
A warm-hearted study of the relationship between an aging white Southern lady and a proud, soft-spoken Black man. 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-397-7425; TheFulton.org.
“Ragtime” at The Candlelight Theatre
Three uniquely American tales are woven together and united by their shared belief in the promise of the future. 2208 Millers Rd., Wilmington. Times and tickets, 302-475-2313; CandlelightTheatreDelaware.org.
“The Unexpected 3rd” at People’s Light
Award-winning theater artist Kathryn Grody explores a surreal, devastating and hilarious potpourri of self-discoveries at 75 years young. 39 Conestoga Rd., Malvern. Times and tickets, PeoplesLight.org.
“Spinner” at Delaware Theatre
A new play based on the true story of NHL player Brian “Spinner” Spencer. It’s a powerful tale of sacrifice, family and the lengths he went to to make his dreams a reality. 200 Water St., Wilmington. Times and tickets, DelawareTheatre.org.
“A Chorus Line” at Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center
Don’t miss this classic that continues to resonate with audiences. 226 N. High St., West Chester. Times and tickets, UptownWestChester.org.
Delaware Art Museum
Through Feb. 15, “In Focus: Photographing Plants,” featuring plant pictures from the 20th and 21st centuries. Through Mar 1, “Imprinted: Illustrating Race,” examines imagery over the course of more than three centuries, which has reflected and shaped perceptions of race across time. 2301 Kentmere Pkwy., Wilmington. Wed–Sun, 10 to 4. $14–$25. DelArt.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.
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.
Brandywine Museum of Art
Through Mar. 1, “Jerrell Gibbs: No Solace in the Shade,” the first decade of contemporary Baltimore artist Jerrell Gibbs’s career and his first one-person museum exhibition. Through May. 17, “John Sloan’s Street Theater,” portraying the realities of modern life in New York City. Through May 31, “Cropsey, Wyeth, and the American Landscape Tradition,” a rediscovered […]
Reads & Company
The Big Reads Book Group: Oct. 1, “Lessons in Magic and Disaster” by Charlie Jane Anders. First Friday Book Signing: Oct. 3, “Street Cats and Where To Find Them” by Jeff Bogle. Book Release Celebration: Oct. 7, “The Intruder” by Freida McFadden, tickets $35. International Voices Book Group: Oct. 8, “The House of Spirits” by […]
39th Annual Phoenixville Run
Oct. 1–25, Virtual Challenge. Oct. 25, in-person 5K and 10K events. Benefits Citizen Advocacy of Chester County. Reeves Park, 2nd Ave. & Main St. 8:30 am. $40. Phoenixville.org
Crush Cancer Wine & Ale Trail
Experience 38 local eateries, wineries, breweries and distilleries with a passport for complimentary beverages. The Wine & Ale Trail app is your ticket to enjoying one complimentary beverage at each location you visit for the entire month of October, so visit as many locations as you can! Benefits Chester County Hospital. $50. CCHCrushCancer.com
The Colonial Theatre
Sept. 12, Tucked In; Sept. 26, Better Than Bacon; Sept. 27, The Jayhawks; Oct. 1, Eric Johnson–Texaphonic Tour 2025. 227 Bridge St., Phoenixville. Times and tickets, TheColonialTheatre.com.
“Young Frankenstein” at Media Theatre
An adaptation of this legendarily funny film by comedic genius Mel Brooks into a brilliant stage creation. 104 E. State St., Media. Times and tickets, MediaTheatre.org.
101st Unionville Community Fair & Farm Show
Celebrating 101 years of agriculture and community with family activities, music, animal exhibits, beer and wine garden, food trucks and more. Come for the Thursday Night Tailgate and the Haunted Tent on Fri–Sat. 113 E. Street Rd., Kennett Square. Fri–Sat, 9 to 9; Sun, 10 to 4. $5/ person, $10/car. UCFair.org.
Wellington Square Bookshop
Closed due to fire—check back for updates. NonFiction Book Group: Oct. 2, “Papyrus: The Invention of Books in the Ancient World” by Irene Vallejo, 7 pm. Classics Book Club: Oct. 8, “The Wild Iris” by Louise Gluck, 2 pm. Fiction Book Group: Oct. 15 & 16, “The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store” by James McBride, […]
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.
American Music Theatre
Oct. 3, Masters of Illusion; Oct. 9, The Price is Right Live!; Oct. 11, Amy Grant; Oct. 12, Il Divo by Candlelight with special guest Simply Three. 2425 Lincoln Hwy. E., Lancaster. Times and tickets, AMTShows.com.
The Keswick Theatre
Oct. 3, Magical Mystery Doors Tribute to The Beatles, Led Zeppelin & The Doors; Oct. 5, Buena Vista Orchestra; Oct. 9, Yes; Oct. 10, Genesis Live; Oct. 17, 38 Special; Oct. 19, Not Dead Yet!—John Cleese and the Holy Grail at 50; Nov. 1, Slaughter. 291 N. Keswick Ave., Glenside. Times and tickets, KeswickTheatre.com.
West Chester University Homecoming & Family Weekend 2025
Enjoy exciting athletic events, spirited traditions, live entertainment, campus activities and plenty of surprises along the way. It’s a weekend when purple and gold shine bright — and when lifelong memories are made. 2025 Homecoming and Family Weekend schedule is coming soon. Visit WUPA.edu/_Services/STU/Homecoming for all the details.
Garden Railway at Longwood Gardens
A multi-level world in miniature, complete with a seasonally changing plant palette. The Garden Railway features a collection of models that represent and recreate many of Longwood’s features in miniature—including a new Chimes Tower and Waterfall model. 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square. Daily, 10 am to 11 pm. For timed tickets, LongwoodGardens.org.
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.
6th Annual Malvern Porch Fest
Presenting 25 musical acts from varying genres on front porches and lawns across town, all within walking distance of each other. A complete schedule will be available at the end of September on the website and on Facebook. MalvernPorchFest.org.
Blessing of the Animals at Ryerss Farm
Bring your dogs, cats or other small animals on a leash or in a carrier for a short, nondenominational service and blessing. Benefits Ryerss Farm for Aged Equines. 1710 Ridge Rd., Pottstown. Donation options on website, RyerssFarm.org.
Delco Arts Week
The Delaware County Arts Consortium hosts more than 60 events, many free to the public. Enjoy concerts, festivals, films, gallery exhibitions, kids activities and workshops. For details, visit DelcoArts.org.
Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center
Oct. 4, New York’s Finest: A Tribute to Sting & the Police; Oct. 5, Nellie McKay; Oct. 12, The Drifters; Oct. 15, Greatest Moments of Philly Sports; Oct. 17, It’s Not Mansplaining with Tom Briscoe; Oct, 24, Carole King Meets the Beatles; Oct. 25, Grateful Dub: Music of the Grateful Dead; Oct. 31, Rocky Horror […]
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, September 28, 2025
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September 28, 2025 RecurringTaste Kennett Food Tours
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September 28, 2025 RecurringBrandywine Polo
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.
Monday, September 29, 2025
No events on this day.
Tuesday, September 30, 2025
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September 30, 2025 RecurringMain Point Books
Main Point Books
Sept. 16, “Beyond This Place of Wrath and Tears” by Jack Ford, 7 pm at Radnor Memorial Library, 114 W. Wayne Ave., Wayne. Sept. 30, “You’ve Found Oliver” by Dustin Thao with guest Chloe Gong, 6:30. 116 N. Wayne Ave., Wayne. MainPointBooks.com.
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
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October 1, 2025 - RecurringLancaster County Farmers Market
Lancaster County Farmers Market
389 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. Wed., Fri., Sat., 6 to 4. 610-688-9856. LancasterCountyFarmersMarket.com.
Thursday, October 2, 2025
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October 2, 2025 - RecurringEagleview Farmers Market
Eagleview Farmers Market
Eagleview Town Center, Wellington Square, Exton. Thurs. 3 to 7. 610-836-1391; GrowingRootsPartners.com
Friday, October 3, 2025
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October 3, 2025 - RecurringLancaster County Farmers Market
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October 3, 2025 -Paoli Hospital Auxiliary Presents A Passion for Fashion
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October 3, 2025 -Fall Gallery Walk in West Chester
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October 3, 2025Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center Presents Puppy Pals Live
Lancaster County Farmers Market
389 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. Wed., Fri., Sat., 6 to 4. 610-688-9856. LancasterCountyFarmersMarket.com.
Paoli Hospital Auxiliary Presents A Passion for Fashion
Featuring a fashion show, boutique, premier raffle and luncheon highlighting the latest trends and styles from local boutiques. The Desmond Hotel, 1 Liberty Blvd., Malvern. 11 to 3. $85. For tickets, Events.org/ES/PHAFashionShow25 or call 610-291-8512.
Fall Gallery Walk in West Chester
Explore the vibrant art scene in downtown West Chester. Galleries combine with additional “one-night-only” venues throughout the downtown area to showcase Chester County artists. Presented by Founders Brewing Co. and hosted by Downtown West Chester. 4 to 8 pm. Free parking. DowntownWestChester.com.
Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center Presents Puppy Pals Live
Puppy Pals is a family-fun, action-packed show where adopted and rescued dogs perform spectacular stunts—full of surprises and laugh-out-loud canine comedy. 226 N. High St., West Chester. 7 pm. $30–$35. UptownWestChester.org.
Saturday, October 4, 2025
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October 4, 2025 - RecurringLancaster County Farmers Market
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October 4, 2025 - RecurringMalvern Farmers Market
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October 4, 2025 - RecurringDowningtown Farmers Market
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October 4, 2025 -Delaware Nature Society Fall Native Plant Sale
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October 4, 2025 -Radnor Hunt Pony Club Spooktacular Snow & Event
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October 4, 2025 -Lititz Parkwalk
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October 4, 2025 -Truck & Tractor Day at Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library
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October 4, 2025 -174th Annual St. David’s Country Fair
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October 4, 2025 -Kennett Brewfest
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October 4, 2025 - RecurringChaddsford Winery Adult Trick-or-Treat
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October 4, 2025 - RecurringArtisan Days at The Shoppes at Miller’s
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October 4, 2025Willistown Conservation Trust Run-A-Muck Countryside Bash
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October 4, 2025The Lights Festival at Plantation Field
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October 4, 2025 -Paoli Battlefield Paranormal Tour
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
Delaware Nature Society Fall Native Plant Sale
Shop a variety of native plants for a yard that supports clean water, birds, butterflies and more. Proceeds support conservation and protection of waterways. Coverdale Farm Preserve, 543 Way Rd., Greenville, DE. 9 to 3. Free. DelawareNatureSociety.org.
Radnor Hunt Pony Club Spooktacular Snow & Event
Ride in the classes, enter the hobby horse competition on foot, enter to win raffle baskets and enjoy a parade of costumed riders and horses. Open to all ages and sizes. Radnor Hunt Pony Club, 810 Providence Rd., Malvern. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free. RadnorHuntPonyClub.org
Lititz Parkwalk
Showcasing fine arts and crafts from over 45 artists, Lititz Springs Park, 24 N. Broad St., Lititz. 9 to 4. Free. LititzArtAssociation.com.
Truck & Tractor Day at Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library
Get up close to trucks and tractors, suit up in firefighter gear, take a hayride and milk a mechanical cow. 5105 Kennett Pk., Winterthur, DE. 10 to 4. $6–$20. Winterthur.org.
174th Annual St. David’s Country Fair
A fun-filled day for the whole family with flea market, food booths, antiques, midway games and prizes, mini-train ride and pumpkin painting. Benefits the church’s outreach partners. 763 S. Valley Forge Rd., Wayne. 10 to 4. $2–$10. 610-688-7947; StDavidsChurch.org/Fair.
Kennett Brewfest
The Connoisseur Session ticket includes food pairings, live music, unlimited tastings, signature tasting glass, noon to 1:30, $100. The regular Brewfest session features unlimited tastings from over 80 local and regional craft breweries and cideries, 1:30 to 5, $65. Benefits Kennett Collaborative. 600 S. Broad St., Kennett Square. KennettBrewfest.com.
Chaddsford Winery Adult Trick-or-Treat
Enjoy seasonal fun with an outdoor walking tour where you’ll visit Halloween-themed pairing stations and receive tips, pairing notes and a menu from a wine guide. Food trucks onsite. Chaddsford Winery, 632 Baltimore Pk., Chadds Ford, $44. Noon to 7. Chaddsford.com.
Artisan Days at The Shoppes at Miller’s
Meet Lancaster County artisans and experience their craftsmanship firsthand. On the Locally Made Food Shop deck, local artisans showcase their work and share samples of locally made foods. Inside The Quilt Shop at Miller’s, see hand-quilting demonstrations by local quilters. 2 to 6. 2811 Lincoln Hwy. E., Ronks. ShoppesAtMillers.com
Willistown Conservation Trust Run-A-Muck Countryside Bash
Come run the 5K or muck (walk) the cross-country trail over diverse terrain. Enjoy food, beer, wine, a bonfire, live music, lawn games, mechanical bull rides and more. 912 Providence Rd., Newtown Square. 2:30 pm. $25–$50. WCTrust.org/Run-A-Muck.
The Lights Festival at Plantation Field
Enjoy food, live music, dancing, play areas and games for all ages and the sight of the sky lit with thousands of lanterns. 1547 W. Doe Run Rd., Kennett Square. 4 pm. $36–$60. TheLightsFest.com.
Paoli Battlefield Paranormal Tour
Interstate Paranormal Research leads you on a paranormal investigation of the battlefield. Discover “hot spots” of activity located along the trail and in other areas around the battlefield. Rain date, Oct. 11. Monument & Wayne Aves., Malvern. 7 to 11 pm. $45. Register on PBPFInc.org.