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Chester County and the Greater Philadelphia area offer an abundance of entertainment and fun activities that will delight everyone in your family. From festivals to fairs, parades to food- and drink-related celebrations, and sporting events, there’s something for everyone here. Read on to learn more about the top events happening in Chester County and the Greater Philadelphia area.
Chester County is the ideal family destination for all kinds of family-friendly activities. Whether you’re looking for a day at the park, a fun-filled festival, or a family outing to one of the many area attractions, there’s something for every member of the family here.
Chester County and the Greater Philadelphia area boast a vibrant and diverse arts and culture scene. From theater and music to art galleries and museums, there’s something to suit all tastes and interests. Check out the area’s top arts and culture venues and explore some of the region’s unique attractions.
Chester County is home to some of the most vibrant festivals and fairs in the Greater Philadelphia area, offering something for everyone. Whether you’re looking for a day of fun or an evening of entertainment, these festivals and fairs are sure to provide a great time for all.
Discover Chester County’s vibrant history and heritage at one of the many historical sites, museums, and tours. Learn about the area’s past through interactive exhibits and galleries, as well as guided tours of the area’s best landmarks. Get connected to where you live and explore Chester County’s unique history!
POTTSTOWN, PA — Pickleball paddles and Halloween costumes will share the court in Pottstown as Open Hearth turns a night of friendly competition into a celebration supporting local families working …
Open Hearth’s Pickleball Palooza Brings Halloween Fun to Pottstown Read More
SWARTHMORE, PA — The American West will look and sound different at Swarthmore College this fall as Black cowboys, artists, filmmakers, historians and musicians take center stage in a free …
Swarthmore College Brings Black Western Culture Into Focus Read More
COCHRANVILLE, PA — Service dogs will do the honors instead of oversized scissors when Canine Partners for Life celebrates a major campus expansion with a canine “ribbon-tugging” ceremony during its …
Canine Partners for Life Marks $3.2M Expansion at Fall Festival Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Germantown Avenue will become a sprawling open-air gallery this September as more than 300 artists and vendors fill Chestnut Hill with paintings, pottery, sculpture, photography, live demonstrations …
Chestnut Hill Fall for the Arts Festival Brings 300-Plus Artists to the Avenue Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Decades of experimental rock, jazz and downtown New York music history will converge on one Philadelphia stage when Gary Lucas & Gods and Monsters bring their recently …
Gary Lucas & Gods and Monsters Bring Rare Show to Philadelphia Read More
EXTON, PA — A little ghost who would rather make a friend than frighten one is floating into Exton this fall as Chester County children’s author John F. Rappold Jr. …
Chester County Author Brings a Friendly Little Ghost to Exton Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — From plants growing on university rooftops to geothermal wells beneath the campus, West Chester University is inviting the public to see how sustainability is taking shape …
West Chester University Opens Sustainability Showcase to Community Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Helicopters, hands-on STEM activities and conversations with aviation professionals will give young people a closer look at careers in flight and aerospace during Girls in Aviation …
Girls in Aviation Day Opens New Horizons for Young Learners in Chester County Read More
COATESVILLE, PA — Miles of preserved countryside, historic villages and winding roads along the Brandywine will become a playground for cyclists this September as Bike the Brandywine returns with a …
Bike the Brandywine Rolls Through Chester County With New Family Ride Read More
GLENMOORE, PA — Cannon fire, Continental soldiers, colonial cooking and even an archaeological dig will turn the Warwick Furnace valley into a living history experience as the community celebrates America’s …
Warwick Furnace Farm Brings Revolutionary History to Life for America 250 Read More