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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 ChesterWeek of Events
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.
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 […]
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.
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.
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 […]
First State Ballet Presents “Dracula”
Based on the novel by Bram Stoker, with choreography by Viktor Plotnikov, this ballet will haunt audiences well after the performance concludes.The Grand Wilmington, Copeland Hall, 818 N. King St., Wilmington. Sat, 7; Sun, 2. $40–$82. TheGrandWilmington.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.
French & Pickering 43rd Annual Auction Party
Oct. 30–Nov. 3, online auction. Nov. 1, in-person auction—enjoy cocktails, auctions and delicious food. Benefits French & Pickering Creeks Conservation Trust. Stonewall Golf Club, Bulltown Rd., Elverson. 5:30 pm. Tickets $125 and up. FrenchAndPickering.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.
Tavern Night—Historic Dinner at Newlin Grist Mill
Enjoy an evening of 18th-century food, drink and music featuring a selection of foods and beverages based on period recipes. Punches, beers and other beverages will be served along with fresh (non-alcoholic) cider. 219 S. Cheyney Rd., Glen Mills. Two seatings: 4:30 and 7:30. $75. NewlinGristMill.org.
Tuscarora Lapidary Society Gemarama Show
Browse and shop for gems, jewelry, beads and rocks, enjoy the exhibits, a silent auction, demonstrations and a kids activity area. Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, 100 Oaks Ave., Oaks. Sat, 10 to 6; Sun, 10 to 5. $7; 12 and under, $1. Lapidary.org/Gemarama.
Chester County Craft Guild Fine Craft Fair
Come out and do some holiday shopping at The Chester County Art Association for this juried craft fair. Shop from local artists for one-of-a-kind, high-quality gifts. 100 N. Bradford Ave., West Chester. Sat, 10 to 4; Sun, 11 to 4. ChesterCountyCraftGuild.org.
Sunday, October 26, 2025
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October 26, 202548th Annual Radnor Run
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October 26, 2025 - RecurringChaddsford Winery Adult Trick-or-Treat
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October 26, 2025 RecurringTaste Kennett Food Tours
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October 26, 2025West Chester Halloween Parade
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October 26, 2025 -KSQ Candy Trail
48th Annual Radnor Run
All levels of experience and athleticism are invited. Join as an individual or start a team as you take on the challenging 5-mile course. Benefits the American Lung Association. Starts and ends at Radnor Township Building, Encke Park, 301 Iven Ave., Radnor. Reg, 6:30 am; 1 mi. run at 8:35 am; 5 mi. race at […]
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. […]
West Chester Halloween Parade
Begins on Market St. between Church & Darlington Sts. Marching bands and cheerleading performances featured. Market St. 1 pm. West-Chester.com.
KSQ Candy Trail
Kiddos in costume can follow the trail to collect treats from over 20 participating businesses throughout the Borough (look for the black and orange balloons). Kennett Collaborative, 106 W. State St., Kennett Square. 2 to 5 pm. Free. KennettCollaborative.org.
Monday, October 27, 2025
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Tuesday, October 28, 2025
No events on this day.
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
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October 29, 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 30, 2025
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October 30, 2025 -Trick or Treat at Radnor Township Bldg.
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October 30, 2025 - RecurringEagleview Farmers Market
Trick or Treat at Radnor Township Bldg.
Kids 5 and under (with an adult) are invited to come in costume to trick or treat and have fun with pumpkin decorating and activities, 301 Iven Ave., Wayne. 9 to 2. Free. Register at Radnor.com/Treat.
Eagleview Farmers Market
Eagleview Town Center, Wellington Square, Exton. Thurs. 3 to 7. 610-836-1391; GrowingRootsPartners.com
Friday, October 31, 2025
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October 31, 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.
Saturday, November 1, 2025
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November 1, 2025 - RecurringLancaster County Farmers Market
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November 1, 2025 - RecurringMalvern Farmers Market
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November 1, 2025 - RecurringDowningtown Farmers Market
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November 1, 2025 -Revoutionary Speaker Series—”Say Their Names: Virginia’s Black British Allies, 1781″
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November 1, 2025 - RecurringChaddsford Winery Adult Trick-or-Treat
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November 1, 2025 -Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania 20th Annual 1940s Swing Dance
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
Revoutionary Speaker Series—”Say Their Names: Virginia’s Black British Allies, 1781″
Dr. Gregory J.W. Urwin explores the stories of enslaved Virginians who sought freedom by joining British forces during the Revolutionary War—voices often overlooked in traditional narratives. Onsite at Brandywine Battlefield Park, $20, and virtually via Zoom, $10. Brandywine Battlefield Park, 1491 Baltimore Pk., Chadds Ford. Noon to 1:30. BrandywineBattlefield.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.
Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania 20th Annual 1940s Swing Dance
Jump, jive & swing to the big band playing live among the historic trains. Dress to impress in your best 1940s vintage attire or military uniform and enjoy light refreshments. Benefits the museum. 300 Gap Rd., Strasburg. 7 to 10. $20–$25. RRMuseumPA.org.