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Official Website:Â Borough of West Chester
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Incorporated in 1799, West Chester is the county seat of Chester County, PA, and the heart of the Brandywine Valley. With highly walkable neighborhoods, the borough’s downtown has an enchanting small-town quality but with a very metropolitan flare.
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At the very center of Chester County life, the borough is an hour east of Philadelphia, and roughly 2.5 hours from both New York City and Washington D.C. Travelers will find lodging and amenities to meet their personal needs, tastes, and budgets.
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Known for its vibrant downtown, there are over 80 local restaurants, a large walkable shopping district, rich cultural attractions, and active nightlife. The downtown literally has something for everyone, including live music events, street fairs, and much more. But, we believe the best time to visit is when they are having their annual, old-fashioned Christmas Parade. Nevertheless, once you visit, you may never want to leave.
WEST CHESTER, PA — One of the region’s most picturesque “shop small” experiences is welcoming visitors this Friday and all weekend long with more than 75,000 holiday lights as Chester County Hospital …
“Lights Up” Officially Begins in Historic Downtown West Chester as Countdown to Christmas Parade Begin Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Come out and show your support for the annual “Little Lincolns” at the Gettysburg Address Competition! This exciting event will be held on the majestic balcony …
Join the Annual Little Lincolns Gettysburg Address Contest Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Calling all parade marshals! The Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce is opening up applications for volunteer parade marshals for the 2023 West Chester Christmas Parade. It’s …
100 Parade Marshals Needed for West Chester Christmas Parade Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce has announced that 6abc meteorologist Adam Joseph will return as emcee of the West Chester Christmas Parade, joined for …
6abc’s Adam Joseph & WMMR’s Kathy Romano to Emcee 2023 West Chester Christmas Parade Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce is opening applications for participants and sponsors for the West Chester Christmas Parade, as it announces the hometown holiday parade will be …
Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce Announces Date of West Chester Christmas Parade, Invites Performers and Sponsors Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — On June 19th, 1865, the last group of enslaved Black Americans was freed by the Union in Galveston, Texas. That event became the oldest holiday in …
West Chester Commemorates Juneteenth with ‘Journeying Towards Freedom’ Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — State Rep. Chris Pielli, D-Chester, is inviting area seniors and their caregivers to a senior fair from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Thursday, April 27 at …
Seniors & Caregivers Invited to West Chester Senior Fair Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The West Chester Railroad Heritage Association was recently awarded $125,000 in total state funding to support track repairs and infrastructure improvements, announced state Senator Carolyn Comitta.
Comitta Announces Funding for West Chester Railroad Track Improvements Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The Women’s Auxiliary to Chester County Hospital has been an integral part of the West Chester community since 1893. This organization is dedicated to supporting the …
Join the Women’s Auxiliary to Chester County Hospital and Give Back to Your Community Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The Borough of West Chester announced it is hosting its annual Community Cleanup on Saturday, April 22nd and everyone is invited to join Mayor Lillian DeBaptiste …
Join Mayor DeBaptiste and Chief Morehead at West Chester’s 2023 Community Cleanup Read More