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June 2022
West Chester TAPS
Enjoy a borough-wide happy hour when you can unwind and relax with friends every Wednesday from 4 to 7 pm. Participating locations will have a select list of $4 beers, $5 wines and $6 cocktails in addition to a list of half price appetizers. DowntownWestChester.com for locations.
Find out more »July 2022
First Friday in West Chester
610-738-3350; DowntownWestChester.com/FirstFriday.
Find out more »West Chester TAPS
Enjoy a borough-wide happy hour when you can unwind and relax with friends every Wednesday from 4 to 7 pm. Participating locations will have a select list of $4 beers, $5 wines and $6 cocktails in addition to a list of half price appetizers. DowntownWestChester.com for locations.
Find out more »West Chester TAPS
Enjoy a borough-wide happy hour when you can unwind and relax with friends every Wednesday from 4 to 7 pm. Participating locations will have a select list of $4 beers, $5 wines and $6 cocktails in addition to a list of half price appetizers. DowntownWestChester.com for locations.
Find out more »West Chester TAPS
Enjoy a borough-wide happy hour when you can unwind and relax with friends every Wednesday from 4 to 7 pm. Participating locations will have a select list of $4 beers, $5 wines and $6 cocktails in addition to a list of half price appetizers. DowntownWestChester.com for locations.
Find out more »West Chester TAPS
Enjoy a borough-wide happy hour when you can unwind and relax with friends every Wednesday from 4 to 7 pm. Participating locations will have a select list of $4 beers, $5 wines and $6 cocktails in addition to a list of half price appetizers. DowntownWestChester.com for locations.
Find out more »Open-Air Market in West Chester
West Chester will have plenty of outdoor dining and shopping options this summer. Gay Street will be closed to vehicles Friday morning through Monday morning. Restaurants and retail alike will line the street, so residents and visitors have more space to shop, eat and explore the town. DowntownWestChester.com.
Find out more »August 2022
West Chester TAPS
Enjoy a borough-wide happy hour when you can unwind and relax with friends every Wednesday from 4 to 7 pm. Participating locations will have a select list of $4 beers, $5 wines and $6 cocktails in addition to a list of half price appetizers. DowntownWestChester.com for locations.
Find out more »First Friday in West Chester
610-738-3350; DowntownWestChester.com/FirstFriday.
Find out more »Open-Air Market in West Chester
West Chester will have plenty of outdoor dining and shopping options this summer. Gay Street will be closed to vehicles Friday morning through Monday morning. Restaurants and retail alike will line the street, so residents and visitors have more space to shop, eat and explore the town. DowntownWestChester.com.
Find out more »West Chester TAPS
Enjoy a borough-wide happy hour when you can unwind and relax with friends every Wednesday from 4 to 7 pm. Participating locations will have a select list of $4 beers, $5 wines and $6 cocktails in addition to a list of half price appetizers. DowntownWestChester.com for locations.
Find out more »Open-Air Market in West Chester
West Chester will have plenty of outdoor dining and shopping options this summer. Gay Street will be closed to vehicles Friday morning through Monday morning. Restaurants and retail alike will line the street, so residents and visitors have more space to shop, eat and explore the town. DowntownWestChester.com.
Find out more »West Chester TAPS
Enjoy a borough-wide happy hour when you can unwind and relax with friends every Wednesday from 4 to 7 pm. Participating locations will have a select list of $4 beers, $5 wines and $6 cocktails in addition to a list of half price appetizers. DowntownWestChester.com for locations.
Find out more »Open-Air Market in West Chester
West Chester will have plenty of outdoor dining and shopping options this summer. Gay Street will be closed to vehicles Friday morning through Monday morning. Restaurants and retail alike will line the street, so residents and visitors have more space to shop, eat and explore the town. DowntownWestChester.com.
Find out more »West Chester TAPS
Enjoy a borough-wide happy hour when you can unwind and relax with friends every Wednesday from 4 to 7 pm. Participating locations will have a select list of $4 beers, $5 wines and $6 cocktails in addition to a list of half price appetizers. DowntownWestChester.com for locations.
Find out more »Open-Air Market in West Chester
West Chester will have plenty of outdoor dining and shopping options this summer. Gay Street will be closed to vehicles Friday morning through Monday morning. Restaurants and retail alike will line the street, so residents and visitors have more space to shop, eat and explore the town. DowntownWestChester.com.
Find out more »West Chester TAPS
Enjoy a borough-wide happy hour when you can unwind and relax with friends every Wednesday from 4 to 7 pm. Participating locations will have a select list of $4 beers, $5 wines and $6 cocktails in addition to a list of half price appetizers. DowntownWestChester.com for locations.
Find out more »September 2022
West Chester TAPS
Enjoy a borough-wide happy hour where you can unwind and relax with friends on Wednesday from 4 to 7 pm. Participating locations have select $4 beers, $5 wines and $6 cocktails in addition to half-price appetizers. Visit DowntownWestChester.com for locations.
Find out more »First Friday in West Chester
610-738-3350; DowntownWestChester.com/FirstFriday.
Find out more »Open-Air Market in West Chester
West Chester will have plenty of outdoor dining and shopping options this summer. Gay Street will be closed to vehicles Friday morning through Monday morning. Restaurants and retail alike will line the street, so residents and visitors have more space to shop, eat and explore the town. DowntownWestChester.com.
Find out more »Open-Air Market in West Chester
West Chester will have plenty of outdoor dining and shopping options this summer. Gay Street will be closed to vehicles Friday morning through Monday morning. Restaurants and retail alike will line the street, so residents and visitors have more space to shop, eat and explore the town. DowntownWestChester.com.
Find out more »2022 Chester County Restaurant Festival
Celebrating 41 years, the festival includes over 40 restaurants and food vendors and 60+ crafters and artisans. Stroll over to the Church Street Beer & Wine Gardern to enjoy a sip there. Festival takes place on Gay St. from Matlack to Darlington Sts. and bands perform at Gay Street at Darlington Sts., Gay St. at Matlack St. and the Church St. Beer Garden. Noon to 5:30. West-Chester.com.
Find out more »2022 Unite For HER Run/Walk
Participate virtually with events Sept. 24–25 or come out on Sept. 24 for a 2K Walk, 5K Run and Family Tailgate to raise funds to support those with breast and ovarian cancers. Family Tailgate starts at 7 am, 26 E. Gay St., West Chester. Race begins at 9. $15–$50. UniteForHER.org/5k.
Find out more »October 2022
First Friday in West Chester
610-738-3350; DowntownWestChester.com/FirstFriday.
Find out more »Fall Gallery Walk in West Chester
Explore the vibrant art scene in downtown West Chester. Six galleries combine with additional “one-night-only” venues throughout the downtown area to showcase Chester County artists. Presented by Sunset Hill Jewelers and Fine Arts Gallery and hosted by the West Chester Business Improvement District. 5 to 9 pm. Free parking. DowntownWestChester.com.
Find out more »Rotary Club of West Chester Chili Cookoff
Downtown West Chester gets spicy! Over 70 chili-cooking teams—businesses, nonprofits, hometown cooks—line the streets for this cookoff and compete for prizes in several categories. Sample as many as you can and vote for your favorite. Benefits local nonprofits. Gay St., West Chester. Noon to 3. $10. WestChesterChiliCookoff.com.
Find out more »West Chester Halloween Parade
Begins on Market St. between Church & Darlington. Marching bands and cheerleading performances featured. Market St. 7 pm. Rain date, Oct. 27. West-Chester.com.
Find out more »November 2022
First Friday in West Chester
610-738-3350; DowntownWestChester.com/FirstFriday.
Find out more »Gingerbread House Competition
Professional builders include Cakes and Candies by Maryellen, Carlino's, John Serock Catering, Kilwins West Chester, Yori's Church Street Bakery and The Master's Baker. To vote, visit display locations and scan the QR code there.
Find out more »December 2022
First Friday in West Chester
610-738-3350; DowntownWestChester.com/FirstFriday.
Find out more »West Chester Public Library Holiday Home Tour and Holiday Door Tour
Dec. 3, the Holiday Home Tour will showcase eight homes in the borough, a tour of First Presbyterian Church and a free ornament from Clayborn Pottery & Textiles Open House. 10 to 3, $40. Dec. 3–18, the Holiday Door Tour is a self-guided tour of West Chester doors and porches. To attend, make a donation of any size to the 2022 Holiday Appeal, receive a map and a list of scavenger hunt items to look for among the decorations. WCPublicLibrary.org.
Find out more »Touch a Truck
Head for the parking lot at the corner of Chestnut and Church Streets. See ambulance, police and West Chester Fire Department trucks, along with some construction vehicles. Meet the firefighters, get hands-on with a firetruck and more. This even is being led by the West Chester Business Improvement District.
Find out more »January 2023
First Friday in West Chester
610-738-3350; DowntownWestChester.com/FirstFriday.
Find out more »February 2023
First Friday in West Chester
610-738-3350; DowntownWestChester.com/FirstFriday.
Find out more »Restaurant Week in West Chester
This fun-filled week is the perfect opportunity to support your favorite restaurant or explore someplace new. Participating locations will offer special prix fixe, multi-course menus at $30, $40 or $50 per person. With 18 different participating restaurants, there's something for everyone. For more and a list of participating places, visit DowntownWestChester.com/RestaurantWeek.
Find out more »March 2023
First Friday in West Chester
610-738-3350; DowntownWestChester.com/FirstFriday.
Find out more »April 2023
First Friday in West Chester
610-738-3350; DowntownWestChester.com/FirstFriday.
Find out more »May 2023
Bournelyf Special Camp 2023 Hand to Hand 5K Run & 2K Walk
The race will begin and end at the corners of Church & Gay Sts., West Chester. After-party hosted by Wrong Crowd Brewing Company. Register or sponsor, BSCWC.org.
Find out more »First Friday in West Chester
610-738-3350; DowntownWestChester.com/FirstFriday.
Find out more »Open-Air Market in West Chester
West Chester has plenty of outdoor dining and shopping options. Gay Street (between Matlack St. and New St.) will be closed to vehicles Friday morning through Monday morning. Restaurants and retail alike will line the street, so residents and visitors have more space to shop, eat and explore the town. DowntownWestChester.com.
Find out more »Open-Air Market in West Chester
West Chester has plenty of outdoor dining and shopping options. Gay Street (between Matlack St. and New St.) will be closed to vehicles Friday morning through Monday morning. Restaurants and retail alike will line the street, so residents and visitors have more space to shop, eat and explore the town. DowntownWestChester.com.
Find out more »Open-Air Market in West Chester
West Chester has plenty of outdoor dining and shopping options. Gay Street (between Matlack St. and New St.) will be closed to vehicles Friday morning through Monday morning. Restaurants and retail alike will line the street, so residents and visitors have more space to shop, eat and explore the town. DowntownWestChester.com.
Find out more »West Chester Porchfest
Organized by the West Chester Green Team to celebrate spring with music, this family-friendly event invites you to stroll from porch to porch and relax on front lawns and sidewalks as you enjoy live, local talent, food trucks and the beautiful porches of historic West Chester. 1 to 7 pm. Rain date, May 21. WestChesterPorchfest.com.
Find out more »Open-Air Market in West Chester
West Chester has plenty of outdoor dining and shopping options. Gay Street (between Matlack St. and New St.) will be closed to vehicles Friday morning through Monday morning. Restaurants and retail alike will line the street, so residents and visitors have more space to shop, eat and explore the town. DowntownWestChester.com.
Find out more »West Chester TAPS
Enjoy a borough-wide happy hour to unwind with friends every Wednesday, 4 to 7 pm. Participating locations offer select $4 beers, $5 wines and $6 cocktails plus half-price appetizers. DowntownWestChester.com for locations.
Find out more »June 2023
First Friday in West Chester
610-738-3350; DowntownWestChester.com/FirstFriday.
Find out more »Open-Air Market in West Chester
West Chester has plenty of outdoor dining and shopping options. Gay Street (between Matlack St. and New St.) will be closed to vehicles Friday morning through Monday morning. Restaurants and retail alike will line the street, so residents and visitors have more space to shop, eat and explore the town. DowntownWestChester.com.
Find out more »First Fridays in West Chester
Extended hours at galleries and boutiques, restaurant specials, entertainment and more. DowntownWestChester.com for locations.
Find out more »First Fridays in West Chester
Extended hours at galleries and boutiques, restaurant specials, entertainment and more. DowntownWestChester.com for locations.
Find out more »West Chester TAPS
Enjoy a borough-wide happy hour to unwind with friends every Wednesday, 4 to 7 pm. Participating locations offer select $4 beers, $5 wines and $6 cocktails plus half-price appetizers. DowntownWestChester.com for locations.
Find out more »Open-Air Market in West Chester
West Chester has plenty of outdoor dining and shopping options. Gay Street (between Matlack St. and New St.) will be closed to vehicles Friday morning through Monday morning. Restaurants and retail alike will line the street, so residents and visitors have more space to shop, eat and explore the town. DowntownWestChester.com.
Find out more »West Chester TAPS
Enjoy a borough-wide happy hour to unwind with friends every Wednesday, 4 to 7 pm. Participating locations offer select $4 beers, $5 wines and $6 cocktails plus half-price appetizers. DowntownWestChester.com for locations.
Find out more »Open-Air Market in West Chester
West Chester has plenty of outdoor dining and shopping options. Gay Street (between Matlack St. and New St.) will be closed to vehicles Friday morning through Monday morning. Restaurants and retail alike will line the street, so residents and visitors have more space to shop, eat and explore the town. DowntownWestChester.com.
Find out more »Fête de la Musique World Music Day
Showcasing local musical talent. Stroll through town and listen to musicians as they perform on street corners, sidewalks, plazas and more. 11 am to 9 pm. Free. DowntownWestChester.com.
Find out more »West Chester TAPS
Enjoy a borough-wide happy hour to unwind with friends every Wednesday, 4 to 7 pm. Participating locations offer select $4 beers, $5 wines and $6 cocktails plus half-price appetizers. DowntownWestChester.com for locations.
Find out more »Open-Air Market in West Chester
West Chester has plenty of outdoor dining and shopping options. Gay Street (between Matlack St. and New St.) will be closed to vehicles Friday morning through Monday morning. Restaurants and retail alike will line the street, so residents and visitors have more space to shop, eat and explore the town. DowntownWestChester.com.
Find out more »West Chester TAPS
Enjoy a borough-wide happy hour to unwind with friends every Wednesday, 4 to 7 pm. Participating locations offer select $4 beers, $5 wines and $6 cocktails plus half-price appetizers. DowntownWestChester.com for locations.
Find out more »Open-Air Market in West Chester
West Chester has plenty of outdoor dining and shopping options. Gay Street (between Matlack St. and New St.) will be closed to vehicles Friday morning through Monday morning. Restaurants and retail alike will line the street, so residents and visitors have more space to shop, eat and explore the town. DowntownWestChester.com.
Find out more »July 2023
First Fridays in West Chester
Extended hours at galleries and boutiques, restaurant specials, entertainment and more. DowntownWestChester.com for locations.
Find out more »West Chester TAPS
Enjoy a borough-wide happy hour to unwind with friends every Wednesday, 4 to 7 pm. Participating locations offer select $4 beers, $5 wines and $6 cocktails plus half-price appetizers. DowntownWestChester.com for locations.
Find out more »First Friday in West Chester
610-738-3350; DowntownWestChester.com/FirstFriday.
Find out more »Open-Air Market in West Chester
West Chester has plenty of outdoor dining and shopping options. Gay Street (between Matlack St. and New St.) will be closed to vehicles Friday morning through Monday morning. Restaurants and retail alike will line the street, so residents and visitors have more space to shop, eat and explore the town. DowntownWestChester.com.
Find out more »West Chester TAPS
Enjoy a borough-wide happy hour to unwind with friends every Wednesday, 4 to 7 pm. Participating locations offer select $4 beers, $5 wines and $6 cocktails plus half-price appetizers. DowntownWestChester.com for locations.
Find out more »Open-Air Market in West Chester
West Chester has plenty of outdoor dining and shopping options. Gay Street (between Matlack St. and New St.) will be closed to vehicles Friday morning through Monday morning. Restaurants and retail alike will line the street, so residents and visitors have more space to shop, eat and explore the town. DowntownWestChester.com.
Find out more »West Chester TAPS
Enjoy a borough-wide happy hour to unwind with friends every Wednesday, 4 to 7 pm. Participating locations offer select $4 beers, $5 wines and $6 cocktails plus half-price appetizers. DowntownWestChester.com for locations.
Find out more »Open-Air Market in West Chester
West Chester has plenty of outdoor dining and shopping options. Gay Street (between Matlack St. and New St.) will be closed to vehicles Friday morning through Monday morning. Restaurants and retail alike will line the street, so residents and visitors have more space to shop, eat and explore the town. DowntownWestChester.com.
Find out more »West Chester TAPS
Enjoy a borough-wide happy hour to unwind with friends every Wednesday, 4 to 7 pm. Participating locations offer select $4 beers, $5 wines and $6 cocktails plus half-price appetizers. DowntownWestChester.com for locations.
Find out more »Open-Air Market in West Chester
West Chester has plenty of outdoor dining and shopping options. Gay Street (between Matlack St. and New St.) will be closed to vehicles Friday morning through Monday morning. Restaurants and retail alike will line the street, so residents and visitors have more space to shop, eat and explore the town. DowntownWestChester.com.
Find out more »August 2023
West Chester TAPS
Enjoy a borough-wide happy hour to unwind with friends every Wednesday, 4 to 7 pm. Participating locations offer select $4 beers, $5 wines and $6 cocktails plus half-price appetizers. DowntownWestChester.com for locations.
Find out more »First Friday in West Chester
610-738-3350; DowntownWestChester.com/FirstFriday.
Find out more »Open-Air Market in West Chester
West Chester has plenty of outdoor dining and shopping options. Gay Street (between Matlack St. and New St.) will be closed to vehicles Friday morning through Monday morning. Restaurants and retail alike will line the street, so residents and visitors have more space to shop, eat and explore the town. DowntownWestChester.com.
Find out more »West Chester TAPS
Enjoy a borough-wide happy hour to unwind with friends every Wednesday, 4 to 7 pm. Participating locations offer select $4 beers, $5 wines and $6 cocktails plus half-price appetizers. DowntownWestChester.com for locations.
Find out more »Open-Air Market in West Chester
West Chester has plenty of outdoor dining and shopping options. Gay Street (between Matlack St. and New St.) will be closed to vehicles Friday morning through Monday morning. Restaurants and retail alike will line the street, so residents and visitors have more space to shop, eat and explore the town. DowntownWestChester.com.
Find out more »West Chester TAPS
Enjoy a borough-wide happy hour to unwind with friends every Wednesday, 4 to 7 pm. Participating locations offer select $4 beers, $5 wines and $6 cocktails plus half-price appetizers. DowntownWestChester.com for locations.
Find out more »Open-Air Market in West Chester
West Chester has plenty of outdoor dining and shopping options. Gay Street (between Matlack St. and New St.) will be closed to vehicles Friday morning through Monday morning. Restaurants and retail alike will line the street, so residents and visitors have more space to shop, eat and explore the town. DowntownWestChester.com.
Find out more »West Chester TAPS
Enjoy a borough-wide happy hour to unwind with friends every Wednesday, 4 to 7 pm. Participating locations offer select $4 beers, $5 wines and $6 cocktails plus half-price appetizers. DowntownWestChester.com for locations.
Find out more »Open-Air Market in West Chester
West Chester has plenty of outdoor dining and shopping options. Gay Street (between Matlack St. and New St.) will be closed to vehicles Friday morning through Monday morning. Restaurants and retail alike will line the street, so residents and visitors have more space to shop, eat and explore the town. DowntownWestChester.com.
Find out more »West Chester TAPS
Enjoy a borough-wide happy hour to unwind with friends every Wednesday, 4 to 7 pm. Participating locations offer select $4 beers, $5 wines and $6 cocktails plus half-price appetizers. DowntownWestChester.com for locations.
Find out more »September 2023
First Friday in West Chester
610-738-3350; DowntownWestChester.com/FirstFriday.
Find out more »Open-Air Market in West Chester
West Chester has plenty of outdoor dining and shopping options. Gay Street (between Matlack St. and New St.) will be closed to vehicles Friday morning through Monday morning. Restaurants and retail alike will line the street, so residents and visitors have more space to shop, eat and explore the town. DowntownWestChester.com.
Find out more »Open-Air Market in West Chester
West Chester has plenty of outdoor dining and shopping options. Gay Street (between Matlack St. and New St.) will be closed to vehicles Friday morning through Monday morning. Restaurants and retail alike will line the street, so residents and visitors have more space to shop, eat and explore the town. DowntownWestChester.com.
Find out more »Open-Air Market in West Chester
West Chester has plenty of outdoor dining and shopping options. Gay Street (between Matlack St. and New St.) will be closed to vehicles Friday morning through Monday morning. Restaurants and retail alike will line the street, so residents and visitors have more space to shop, eat and explore the town. DowntownWestChester.com.
Find out more »42nd Annual Chester County Restaurant Festival
Over 40 restaurants and food vendors and 60+ crafters and artisans participate in this long-standing festival. Benefits West Chester Parks & Recreation. Festival on Gay St. from Matlack to Darlington Sts. with bands performing on Gay St. at Darlington, Matlack Sts. and the Church St. Beer Garden. Noon to 5:30. West-Chester.com.
Find out more »Open-Air Market in West Chester
West Chester has plenty of outdoor dining and shopping options. Gay Street (between Matlack St. and New St.) will be closed to vehicles Friday morning through Monday morning. Restaurants and retail alike will line the street, so residents and visitors have more space to shop, eat and explore the town. DowntownWestChester.com.
Find out more »2023 Unite For HER Run/Walk
Participate virtually with events Sept. 23–24 or come out on Sept. 23 for a 2K Walk, 5K Run and Family Tailgate to raise funds to support those with breast and ovarian cancers. Family Tailgate starts at 7 am, 26 E. Gay St., West Chester. Race begins at 9. $30–$55. UniteForHER.org/5K.
Find out more »Open-Air Market in West Chester
West Chester has plenty of outdoor dining and shopping options. Gay Street (between Matlack St. and New St.) will be closed to vehicles Friday morning through Monday morning. Restaurants and retail alike will line the street, so residents and visitors have more space to shop, eat and explore the town. DowntownWestChester.com.
Find out more »October 2023
First Friday in West Chester
610-738-3350; DowntownWestChester.com/FirstFriday.
Find out more »Open-Air Market in West Chester
West Chester has plenty of outdoor dining and shopping options. Gay Street (between Matlack St. and New St.) will be closed to vehicles Friday morning through Monday morning. Restaurants and retail alike will line the street, so residents and visitors have more space to shop, eat and explore the town. DowntownWestChester.com.
Find out more »Fall Gallery Walk in West Chester
Explore the vibrant art scene in downtown West Chester. Six galleries combine with additional “one-night-only” venues throughout the downtown area to showcase Chester County artists. Many stops will have refreshments available as you browse. Presented by Sunset Hill Jewelers and Fine Arts Gallery and hosted by the West Chester Business Improvement District. 4 to 8 p.m. Free parking. Visit the website for a map, DowntownWestChester.com.
Find out more »West Chester’s 21st Annual Chili Cook-Off
Downtown West Chester gets spicy! Over 70 chili-cooking teams—businesses, nonprofits, hometown cooks—line the streets for this cookoff and compete for prizes in several categories. Gates open at 10:30 am; awards ceremony at 3:30 pm. Benefits local nonprofits. Gay St., West Chester. WestChesterChiliCookOff.com.
Find out more »Open-Air Market in West Chester
West Chester has plenty of outdoor dining and shopping options. Gay Street (between Matlack St. and New St.) will be closed to vehicles Friday morning through Monday morning. Restaurants and retail alike will line the street, so residents and visitors have more space to shop, eat and explore the town. DowntownWestChester.com.
Find out more »Open-Air Market in West Chester
West Chester has plenty of outdoor dining and shopping options. Gay Street (between Matlack St. and New St.) will be closed to vehicles Friday morning through Monday morning. Restaurants and retail alike will line the street, so residents and visitors have more space to shop, eat and explore the town. DowntownWestChester.com.
Find out more »West Chester Halloween Parade
Begins on Market St. between Church & Darlington. Marching bands and cheerleading performances featured. Market St. 7 pm. Rain date, Oct. 27. West-Chester.com.
Find out more »Open-Air Market in West Chester
West Chester has plenty of outdoor dining and shopping options. Gay Street (between Matlack St. and New St.) will be closed to vehicles Friday morning through Monday morning. Restaurants and retail alike will line the street, so residents and visitors have more space to shop, eat and explore the town. DowntownWestChester.com.
Find out more »November 2023
First Friday in West Chester
610-738-3350; DowntownWestChester.com/FirstFriday.
Find out more »Gingerbread House Competition
Professional builders include: Cakes and Candies by Maryellen, Carlino’s, John Serock Catering, Kilwins West Chester, Yori’s Church Street Bakery and The Master’s Baker. To vote: visit display locations and scan the QR code there. GreaterWestChester.com.
Find out more »Holiday Weekends in West Chester
Every weekend features West Chester’s dazzling 25-foot-tall Christmas tree and the Professional Gingerbread House Competition. Dec. 1, West Chester Christmas Parade, tree lighting at 6:30 pm on the lawn of the courthouse and the West Chester Christmas Parade at 7 pm features marching bands, cheer squads and dance teams, culminating with Santa on his very own custom-made float. Dec. 2, 9, 16, Making Spirits Bright Holiday Music Series on the steps of the courthouse. Catch Santa cruising through the borough…
Find out more »December 2023
First Friday in West Chester
610-738-3350; DowntownWestChester.com/FirstFriday.
Find out more »West Chester Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting
Tree lighting at 6:30 pm on the lawn of West Chester’s Historic Courthouse and the West Chester Christmas Parade at 7 pm features marching bands, cheer squads and dance teams, culminating with Santa on his very own custom-made float. Details at GreaterWestChester.org.
Find out more »West Chester Public Library Holiday Home Tour and Holiday Door Tour
Dec. 2, the Holiday Home Tour features eight homes in the Borough decked out for the holidays. 10 to 3, $40. Dec. 2–17, the Holiday Door Tour is a self-guided tour of West Chester doors and porches decorated in holiday finery. Make a donation and receive a map and a list of scavenger hunt items to look for among the decorations. WCPublicLibrary.org.
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