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The Upper Darby Summer Stage Shooting Stars are set to bring holiday cheer with their annual Holiday Spectacular, a fun-filled performance showcasing talented students from 18 local high schools. Audiences of all ages will enjoy festive songs and dazzling choreography designed to capture the magic of the season. Presented by […]
When school's out on Dec. 23, kids can enjoy a fun-filled craft day at DLK in West Chester! This is an optional drop-off activity for kids (ages 4+) to come and create their very own soft plush gingerbread doll and house for the holidays! $20 ticket with an RSVP; $25 […]
West Chester Schools will be closed, but it's a winter wonderland at DLK! Come by to create your own snowflake slime to ring in the New Year. Drop off the kids for a fun-filled craft day at DLK in West Chester! Optional drop-off activity for kids (ages 4+). $20/ticket with […]
Join Melanie for a special Easter/spring-themed story time event, featuring interactive read-alouds, a special art activity, and a mini pop-up book fair to shop from, if you wish. This special event is included with museum admission!
The West Chester Railroad invites families to enjoy a delightful 90-minute scenic train journey along the picturesque Chester Creek. Passengers will travel from West Chester to the charming historic Glen Mills village on a decorated, heated train. The Easter Bunny will be on board to spread holiday cheer, distributing treats […]
The Coatesville YMCA will host both a Sensory-Friendly and a traditional Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 12, from 11 am–1 pm. Designed to create an inclusive and enjoyable experience for individuals of all abilities, the sensory-friendly egg hunting event offers a calm, welcoming environment where every individual can participate […]
Something big is "Hoppening" at the American Helicopter Musuem! Spring has sprung for the first American Helicopter Museum Egg Hunt! Heli Hopper the rabbit has invited some of his friends to share in some springtime fun. There will be three different egg hunts for groups from ages 1-10, as well […]
Little ones can hop into spring at Treehouse World's annual Toddler Easter Egg Hunt on Friday, April 18, 2025 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm! This special event is included with regular Toddler Time admission that day. Young adventurers will enjoy hunting for colorful eggs in this whimsical, wooded setting […]
Bring your little one to Matlack Florist for a free & fun potting experience at their outdoor garden center! Young participants are invited to pot a flowering plant and decorate a wooden plant stake to take home. Event is while supplies last!
The American Helicopter Museum will host Lego Weekend and Star Wars Day on May 3rd from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, and May 4th from noon to 5:00 pm. The special weekend will be a celebration of everyone’s favorite interlocking construction toys. The Colonial LUG (LEGO Users Group) will be […]
The American Helicopter Museum will host Lego Weekend and Star Wars Day on May 3rd from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, and May 4th from noon to 5:00 pm. The special weekend will be a celebration of everyone’s favorite interlocking construction toys. The Colonial LUG (LEGO Users Group) will be […]
Join Penn Oaks Tennis & Fitness Center for their Friday night pickleball clinics for rookie and novice players. These Beginner clinics are for players new to the game, those who need to work on consistency, or those who are not comfortable with scoring or need a refresher. The clinics are […]
Stove & Tap West Chester offers a special Mother's Day brunch celebration in a lively atmosphere. Families can enjoy a delicious meal while spending quality time together, creating special memories of the occasion. Reservations are recommended to secure a table for this popular holiday dining experience.
Join Penn Oaks Tennis & Fitness Center for their Friday night pickleball clinics for rookie and novice players. These Beginner clinics are for players new to the game, those who need to work on consistency, or those who are not comfortable with scoring or need a refresher. The clinics are […]
Join West Chester's Porchfest, an open-air community celebration of summer's impending arrival. At this free, family-friendly event the public can experience local musicians performing on the porches of historic West Chester homes and educate themselves at booths providing information on local environmental initiatives. There will also be food trucks and […]
Join Westtown School for their 6th-12th Grade Spring Preview on Monday, May 19. This is an excellent opportunity to meet and connect with faculty, students, and tour their 600-acre campus. Their Quaker Pre-K – 12 day and boarding school in West Chester offers students challenging academics in a supportive community […]
Join Penn Oaks Tennis & Fitness Center for their Friday night pickleball clinics for rookie and novice players. These Beginner clinics are for players new to the game, those who need to work on consistency, or those who are not comfortable with scoring or need a refresher. The clinics are […]
Join Penn Oaks Tennis & Fitness Center for their Friday night pickleball clinics for rookie and novice players. These Beginner clinics are for players new to the game, those who need to work on consistency, or those who are not comfortable with scoring or need a refresher. The clinics are […]
Come to West Chester's Knauer Performing Arts Center on June 2nd for a screening of "Pride." This two-hour film is based on the true story of the unlikely friendship forged between striking miners in Wales and a group of London-based gay and lesbian activists. Tickets are $5 each for this […]
Join Highland Orchards for a Summer Growing Tour. Climb aboard their shuttle for a fun and educational journey through the orchard. Summer is a busy season for growing, and guides will take visitors through the fields, stopping along the way to show how they work alongside nature to nurture their […]
Enjoy a sweet day on the farm at Highland Orchards' Strawberry Festival. The Festival will be open from 10:00 am-5:00 pm, while Highlands' Market & Bakery are open from 9:00 am-5:00 pm. The Festival will feature live music from Anthem Arcade from 1:00-4:00 pm, food trucks, and the opportunity to […]
West Chester's beloved Turks Head Music Festival returns to Everhart Park on Sunday, June 8th from 12:00 to 7:00 pm. This free community celebration brings together the best of local music, arts, and cuisine for a perfect summer day. Visitors will discover approximately 70 artists and vendors showcasing high-quality arts, […]
Join the Chester County Library in their Struble Room to honor America’s second Independence Day with an Open Mic Night focusing on Black history and culture. We want to hear you sing, read poetry, tell a story, or just speak from the heart. Celebrate Black voices in honor of the […]
In honor of Juneteenth, join the American Helicopter Museum for the unveiling of a permanent special exhibit, On the Wings of Freedom: Black Leaders in Aviation. This special exhibit features and celebrates the stories of prominent Black mechanics, pilots, and engineers in American aviation with connections to aircraft in the […]
The Chester County History Center will host its second Rustin: Day of Film in honor of Bayard Rustin and in celebration of the stories and storytellers that elevate the Black and LGBTQ+ experiences. The History Center will welcome guests to a 90-minute block of short films curated by our partners […]
Take Dad on a 90-minute round trip train ride from West Chester to Glen Mills and back on his special day. During your brief layover in Glen Mills, you will be able to explore the historic Glen Mills train station as well as the picnic grove along the Chester Creek. […]
In honor of Pride month, join West Chester Public Library to paint "Kindness Rocks" to spread messages of acceptance and kindness. Take them with you or spread them around town!
Join the Cultural Alliance of Chester County as they celebrate Juneteenth and the end of slavery in the United States—all are welcome! They’ll honor the sacrifice of our ancestors and share the cultural heritage of enslaved people, and their descendants through entertainment, art, education, and an ever-present always-developing sense of […]
The Underground Railroad was a network of people offering shelter and aid to enslaved men, women and children on their journeys to freedom. This small-group walking tour will visit eight locations around downtown West Chester that served as a backdrop for the people involved in this clandestine operation. Learn about […]
The Music at Marshall summer concert series returns this year with four concerts, beginning on June 19, 2025. 2025 Line-Up: June 19 – Sin Brothers: A high-energy band that knows how to fill the park with songs you forgot you loved. July 10 – Big Boy Brass: Horn-driven funk and […]
The Underground Railroad was a network of people offering shelter and aid to enslaved men, women and children on their journeys to freedom. This small-group walking tour will visit eight locations around downtown West Chester that served as a backdrop for the people involved in this clandestine operation. Learn about […]
The Official Philadelphia Eagles Youth Football Clinic is coming to Rustin High School Football Stadium in West Chester on Saturday, June 21st for the World Champions Camp Series. This clinic is designed to offer children ages 5 to 14 the memory of a lifetime while being coached by the Official […]
Join the American Helicopter Museum for their annual celebration of family and fun! There will be helicopter rides, bounce houses, food trucks, exhibitors, activities, and fun for the whole family! Helicopter rides are on a first come, first served basis, conditions permitting. Tickets for helicopter rides are purchased in addition […]
The Underground Railroad was a network of people offering shelter and aid to enslaved men, women and children on their journeys to freedom. This small-group walking tour will visit eight locations around downtown West Chester that served as a backdrop for the people involved in this clandestine operation. Learn about […]
The Underground Railroad was a network of people offering shelter and aid to enslaved men, women and children on their journeys to freedom. This small-group walking tour will visit eight locations around downtown West Chester that served as a backdrop for the people involved in this clandestine operation. Learn about […]
