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Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center
Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center 226 N. High St., West ChesterChilling West Chester: A Dark History Walking Tour
Chester County History Center 225 North High Street, West ChesterWhere the River Meets the Sky
Duffy Arts Center, Malvern Preparatory School 418 S. Warren Ave., MalvernCocktails & Carriages Benefit Historic Waynesborough
Historic Waynesborough 2049 Waynesborough Rd, PaoliWeek 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.
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.
“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.
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
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
“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.
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.
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.
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 […]
Chilling West Chester: A Dark History Walking Tour
True tales of murder, mischief and misadventure, pulled from the archives of the Chester County History Center on a 90-minute walking tour. 225 N. High St., West Chester. 6 to 7:30 pm. $18. MyCCHC.org.
At The Grand in Wilmington
Oct. 9, Leo Kottke; Oct. 17, Patton Oswalt; Oct. 25, Mandy Patinkin in Concert; Oct 29, The Price is Right Live! Nov. 1, Il Divo By Candlelight Nov. 2, Get The Led Out. 818 N. Market St., Wilmington. Times and tickets, TheGrandWilmington.org.
Artists of Landenberg Studio Tour
Nine studios feature original artwork. 10 to 4. Free. Pick up a Studio Passport, ArtistsOfLandenberg.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.
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.
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, […]
The Great Pumpkin Carve in Chadds Ford
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., 2 to 9 p.m.; Fri., 2 to 10 p.m.; Sat, noon […]
Maryland 5 Star at Fair Hill
This equestrian event features dressage, cross country and show jumping and a wide variety of activities and attractions from live music and shopping to local food vendors and a beer, wine and spirits showcase. Fair Hill Special Event Zone, 4600 Telegraph Rd., Elkton, MD. $18–$35; 10 and under, free. Maryland5Star.us.
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.
Antique & Collector Fair
Formerly the Antiques at Kimberton, featuring many quality dealers. Greater Phila. Expo Center, 100 Station Ave., Oaks. Fri, 10 to 6; Sat, 10 to 4. $10. AC-Fair.com.
White Horse Village Octofair
Oct. 17, silent auction, baked goods, handcrafted items, garden treasures and raffle tickets. Oct. 18, breakfast and lunch options (cash only), a clothing sale, kids activities, furry guests from LaMancha Animal Rescue and a fine art gallery. White Horse Village, 535 Gradyville Rd., Newtown Square. Fri, 4:30 to 7:30; Sat, 9 to 2:30. Free. WhiteHorseVillage.org/Octofair.
Hagley Craft Fair
Artisans display and sell their fine arts, crafts and gourmet items. Hagley Museum & Library, 298 Buck Rd., Wilmington. Sat, 10 to 5; Sun, 10 to 4. $8–$12. Hagley.org.
Crossroads Music Festival in Oxford
Featuring bluegrass, folk and old-time music from five regional acts plus music workshops, craft vendors, food trucks, raffles, outdoor games and dancing. Benefits the Oxford Area Historical Association. Sat, OAHA History Center, 119 S. 5th St., Oxford, free. Sun, The Barn at Nottingham, 101 Ponds Edge Dr., Nottingham, 1 to 7, $55. OxfordHistorical.org.
West Chester Public Library’s Halloween Door Tour
Doors and porches in West Chester Borough are decorated for Halloween. For a donation, tourgoers will receive a map and a list of scavenger items to look for during the self-guided tour. Maps are available at the library. Vote for best decorations and look for the Halloween Door Tour sign in participating yards. Benefits library […]
Kalmar Nyckel, Tall Ship of Delaware
Find adventure and outdoor fun, maritime history and cultural events with annual community festivals. Sept. 20, King Neptune Gala; Oct. 18, Halloween Ghost Ship. Copeland Maritime Center at the Kalmar Nyckel Shipyard, 1124 E. 7th St. KalmarNyckel.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.
Sunday, October 12, 2025
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October 12, 2025 -Historic Yellow Springs Fall Festival
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October 12, 2025 -23rd Annual Chili Cook-Off in West Chester
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October 12, 2025 - RecurringChaddsford Winery Adult Trick-or-Treat
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October 12, 2025 RecurringTaste Kennett Food Tours
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October 12, 2025Where the River Meets the Sky
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October 12, 2025 -Cocktails & Carriages Benefit Historic Waynesborough
Historic Yellow Springs Fall Festival
It’s fall fun in the Village with the annual Great Pumpkin Classic pumpkin race, a history haunted house, pumpkin painting, village tours, artist demonstrations and more. 1685 Art School Rd., Chester Springs. Noon to 4 pm. Free. YellowSprings.org.
23rd Annual Chili Cook-Off in West Chester
Fiorenza’s Food for Friends organizes the event featuring great chili samples, live music and a vendor village. Sample as many as you can and vote for your favorite. Rain date, Oct. 19. W. Gay St., West Chester. Noon to 4 pm. $10. WestChesterChiliCookOff.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.
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. […]
Where the River Meets the Sky
Brandywine Valley Symphony (formerly Kennett Symphony) performs a concert at The Duffy Arts Center, Malvern Preparatory School, 418 S Warren Ave., Malvern. 3 pm. $20–$65. BVSymphony.org/Event/Concert.
Cocktails & Carriages Benefit Historic Waynesborough
Enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres and listen for the coachman’s horn as the horses and carriages of the Brandywine Valley Driving Club glide onto the lawn. 2049 Waynesborough Rd., Paoli. 4 to 6. $82. PhilaLandmarks.org.
Monday, October 13, 2025
No events on this day.
Tuesday, October 14, 2025
No events on this day.
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
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October 15, 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 16, 2025
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October 16, 2025 -Eleganza Luncheon & Fashion Show
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October 16, 2025 - RecurringEagleview Farmers Market
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October 16, 2025 - RecurringThird Thursdays on State Street in Kennett Square
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October 16, 2025West Chester Historic Preservation Awards
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October 16, 2025 RecurringHistoric Sugartown Lantern Tours
Eleganza Luncheon & Fashion Show
The Ministry of Caring presents a fashion show, luncheon and live auction to benefit emergency homeless shelters and job placement services. Wilmington Country Club, 4825 Kennett Pk., Wilmington. 11 to 2. Tickets $500 and up. MinistryOfCaring.org.
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 every third Thursday. 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.
Historic Sugartown Lantern Tours
Join one of the knowledgeable guides as they lead you through the village, where you’ll learn about the strange world of death and mourning in Victorian America. Tours begin at the Carriage Museum, 690 Sugartown Rd., Malvern. Oct. 16, 7 pm (final tour 8:30 pm); Oct. 17, 24, 25, 6 pm (final tour at 8). […]
Friday, October 17, 2025
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October 17, 2025 - RecurringLancaster County Farmers Market
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October 17, 2025 RecurringHistoric Sugartown Lantern Tours
Lancaster County Farmers Market
389 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne. Wed., Fri., Sat., 6 to 4. 610-688-9856. LancasterCountyFarmersMarket.com.
Historic Sugartown Lantern Tours
Join one of the knowledgeable guides as they lead you through the village, where you’ll learn about the strange world of death and mourning in Victorian America. Tours begin at the Carriage Museum, 690 Sugartown Rd., Malvern. Oct. 16, 7 pm (final tour 8:30 pm); Oct. 17, 24, 25, 6 pm (final tour at 8). […]
Saturday, October 18, 2025
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October 18, 2025 - RecurringLancaster County Farmers Market
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October 18, 2025 - RecurringMalvern Farmers Market
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October 18, 2025 - RecurringDowningtown Farmers Market
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October 18, 2025 -Garrett Williamson Harvest Festival
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October 18, 2025 - RecurringChaddsford Winery Adult Trick-or-Treat
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October 18, 2025 -Natural Lands Fall Festival & Connect with NextGen
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
Garrett Williamson Harvest Festival
Enjoy a fun-filled day of hayrides, barnyard animals, fall crafts, food trucks, local vendors, games and family fun. Benefits Garrett Williamson's Agriculture Education programs. 395 Bishop Hollow Rd., Newtown Square. 11 to 3. Tickets, $15 advanced, $18 day of; 2 and under, free. GarrettWilliamson.org
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.
Natural Lands Fall Festival & Connect with NextGen
Celebrate the season with local artisans, all ages crafts, costume contests, a scavenger hunt, live music, food and beer trucks. Stroud Preserve, 454 N. Creek Rd., West Chester. 1 to 5 pm. Registration req. NatLands.org.