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Sunflower season is in full bloom at Linvilla Orchards! These vibrant, cheerful flowers are a favorite for cut flower bouquets and are now available for Cut-Your-Own. Sunflowers bloom for several weeks throughout the summer, making this a can’t-miss seasonal experience. Guests are encouraged to purchase tickets in advance to begin […]
Pick-Your-Own Peach season has officially arrived at Linvilla Orchards! These juicy, sun-ripened peaches are ready to be picked straight from the orchard, offering visitors the chance to enjoy fruit at its freshest. Families with young children are encouraged to review how to identify ripe peaches before heading into the fields. […]
Sunflower season is in full bloom at Linvilla Orchards! These vibrant, cheerful flowers are a favorite for cut flower bouquets and are now available for Cut-Your-Own. Sunflowers bloom for several weeks throughout the summer, making this a can’t-miss seasonal experience. Guests are encouraged to purchase tickets in advance to begin […]
Relax and unwind amid stunning summer vistas at Longwood Gardens this season. Experience their vibrant Illuminated Fountain Performances on Friday-Sunday nights from May through September. Longwood’s Main Fountain Garden puts on daily displays as their 1,719 fountain jets are set to music and soar as high as 175 feet in […]
Grab your favorite bottle, pack a cozy blanket, and join a magical evening at Linvilla Orchards! As the sun sets over the farm you’ll get to unwind and take in the vibrant colors in a relaxed, scenic setting. This BYOB event is the perfect way to celebrate summer with friends, […]
This August, Hotel West & Main in Conshohocken is hosting outdoor movie nights! At 7:00 pm on Fridays throughout August, join them for a classic lineup of movies out on the Plaza. 1874 Social will join the celebration with special food and drink offerings only for movie night! See the […]
Close out Summer 2025 this Labor Day Weekend with fun for the whole family at Spruce Street Harbor Park, Cherry Street Pier, Race Street Pier, and Independence Blue Cross RiverRink SummerFest. Labor Day is the last chance for visitors to enjoy the boardwalk vibes at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest […]
Pick-Your-Own Peach season has officially arrived at Linvilla Orchards! These juicy, sun-ripened peaches are ready to be picked straight from the orchard, offering visitors the chance to enjoy fruit at its freshest. Families with young children are encouraged to review how to identify ripe peaches before heading into the fields. […]
Sunflower season is in full bloom at Linvilla Orchards! These vibrant, cheerful flowers are a favorite for cut flower bouquets and are now available for Cut-Your-Own. Sunflowers bloom for several weeks throughout the summer, making this a can’t-miss seasonal experience. Guests are encouraged to purchase tickets in advance to begin […]
A Chester County Labor Day weekend tradition for over three quarters of a Century, the Ludwig's Corner Horse Show and Country Fair will take place from August 30-September 1, 2025. The entrance fee is $10 per carload at at the Main Gate. There is no fee to enter the grounds […]
The Swarthmore Farmers Market is a community-led market that brings fresh, locally sourced food to the Swarthmore Town Center parking lot. Open every Saturday from May to November with an average of 19 vendors every weekend, this market is a beloved weekend tradition for grocery shopping with the neighbors. Each […]
Relax and unwind amid stunning summer vistas at Longwood Gardens this season. Experience their vibrant Illuminated Fountain Performances on Friday-Sunday nights from May through September. Longwood’s Main Fountain Garden puts on daily displays as their 1,719 fountain jets are set to music and soar as high as 175 feet in […]
The Philadelphia Fairgrounds in Oaks hosts the Dream Asia Food Fest: Endless Summer this Labor Day weekend. Enjoy more than 90 Asian food vendors offering cuisine from China, Korea, Japan, Thailand, India, Vietnam, and more. There will also be NYC street food pop-ups, cultural vendors, and live entertainment including a […]
Close out Summer 2025 this Labor Day Weekend with fun for the whole family at Spruce Street Harbor Park, Cherry Street Pier, Race Street Pier, and Independence Blue Cross RiverRink SummerFest. Labor Day is the last chance for visitors to enjoy the boardwalk vibes at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest […]
What could be better on a summer's evening than a fireworks show after a baseball game? How about a MEGABLAST display? The Reading Fightin’ Phils are the Philadelphia-area minor league baseball team with multiple games per week in the summer. Many Fightin' Phils games feature a fireworks display, but in […]
Upper Merion Concerts Under The Stars presents a free concert with Splintered Sunlight (a Grateful Dead Tribute) on Saturday August 3oth at 7:00 pm (doors open at 5:45 pm) at the Upper Merion Township Building Park in King of Prussia. This is an outdoor venue. Blankets and chairs are allowed […]
Pick-Your-Own Peach season has officially arrived at Linvilla Orchards! These juicy, sun-ripened peaches are ready to be picked straight from the orchard, offering visitors the chance to enjoy fruit at its freshest. Families with young children are encouraged to review how to identify ripe peaches before heading into the fields. […]
Sunflower season is in full bloom at Linvilla Orchards! These vibrant, cheerful flowers are a favorite for cut flower bouquets and are now available for Cut-Your-Own. Sunflowers bloom for several weeks throughout the summer, making this a can’t-miss seasonal experience. Guests are encouraged to purchase tickets in advance to begin […]
A Chester County Labor Day weekend tradition for over three quarters of a Century, the Ludwig's Corner Horse Show and Country Fair will take place from August 30-September 1, 2025. The entrance fee is $10 per carload at at the Main Gate. There is no fee to enter the grounds […]
The Berwyn Farmer's Market is back and better than ever with expanded hours and vendors, new charity partners, live music every first Sunday, a kids' zone, food trucks, and special theme days. The market will be open weekly on Sundays from May 18 through December 21, 2025, with brief breaks […]
Close out Summer 2025 this Labor Day Weekend with fun for the whole family at Spruce Street Harbor Park, Cherry Street Pier, Race Street Pier, and Independence Blue Cross RiverRink SummerFest. Labor Day is the last chance for visitors to enjoy the boardwalk vibes at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest […]
Relax and unwind amid stunning summer vistas at Longwood Gardens this season. Experience their vibrant Illuminated Fountain Performances on Friday-Sunday nights from May through September. Longwood’s Main Fountain Garden puts on daily displays as their 1,719 fountain jets are set to music and soar as high as 175 feet in […]
The Philadelphia Fairgrounds in Oaks hosts the Dream Asia Food Fest: Endless Summer this Labor Day weekend. Enjoy more than 90 Asian food vendors offering cuisine from China, Korea, Japan, Thailand, India, Vietnam, and more. There will also be NYC street food pop-ups, cultural vendors, and live entertainment including a […]
Family Sundays are back! Come out to the Suburban Square Lawn for music, games, and kid-friendly activities with Go With Yoyo from 11:00 am-1:00 pm every Sunday in May though October. If inclement weather arises, please visit Suburban Square's Instagram page for the most up to date event information.
Join Family Funday with PopUpPlay, each Sunday from Memorial Day weekend to September 28th, from 1:00-4:00 pm at Spruce Street Harbor Park. This event is free and open to the public, and all ages are welcome. Activities include boat building, puppet making, and even constructing a working catapult. Each week […]
Make your own sundae – featuring ice cream from Longacres Modern Dairy! The Railroad will be serving up all the ingredients you need to make your own ice cream sundae! Get creative and enjoy-pile on the toppings and pile up the memories. The whole train gets an ice cream sundae. […]
Pick-Your-Own Apple season has arrived at Linvilla Orchards! Visitors can head to the orchards to enjoy freshly harvested apples at their peak. Families with small children are encouraged to review how to identify ripe apples before picking, and Linvilla’s knowledgeable staff will be available to provide guidance if needed. Guests […]
A Chester County Labor Day weekend tradition for over three quarters of a Century, the Ludwig's Corner Horse Show and Country Fair will take place from August 30-September 1, 2025. The entrance fee is $10 per carload at at the Main Gate. There is no fee to enter the grounds […]
The Philadelphia Fairgrounds in Oaks hosts the Dream Asia Food Fest: Endless Summer this Labor Day weekend. Enjoy more than 90 Asian food vendors offering cuisine from China, Korea, Japan, Thailand, India, Vietnam, and more. There will also be NYC street food pop-ups, cultural vendors, and live entertainment including a […]
Close out Summer 2025 this Labor Day Weekend with fun for the whole family at Spruce Street Harbor Park, Cherry Street Pier, Race Street Pier, and Independence Blue Cross RiverRink SummerFest. Labor Day is the last chance for visitors to enjoy the boardwalk vibes at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest […]
Pick-Your-Own Apple season has arrived at Linvilla Orchards! Visitors can head to the orchards to enjoy freshly harvested apples at their peak. Families with small children are encouraged to review how to identify ripe apples before picking, and Linvilla’s knowledgeable staff will be available to provide guidance if needed. Guests […]
Paws in the pool is back this year, and, due to popular demand, it's been extended for a whole week! Before they “paws” their pools for the season, the JCC invites their canine friends for a day of swimming, splashing and socializing in their fenced-in outdoor pool and grassy area! […]
Pick-Your-Own Apple season has arrived at Linvilla Orchards! Visitors can head to the orchards to enjoy freshly harvested apples at their peak. Families with small children are encouraged to review how to identify ripe apples before picking, and Linvilla’s knowledgeable staff will be available to provide guidance if needed. Guests […]
Join Ms. Jana of Heartwell Yoga for an engaging class for caregivers and their children that weaves the themes of a children’s book into playful yoga postures, stories, music, breath work, and relaxation techniques. For ages 18 mos.-5 yrs. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Registration opens four weeks prior to each scheduled date. […]
Paws in the pool is back this year, and, due to popular demand, it's been extended for a whole week! Before they “paws” their pools for the season, the JCC invites their canine friends for a day of swimming, splashing and socializing in their fenced-in outdoor pool and grassy area! […]
