Philadelphia Fall Festivals – Fall 2021 PA Events

Fonthill Castle Beer Fest - Doylestown, PA - Aug 14 to Aug 14, 2021
Going virtual for 2020! Enjoy guided beer tastings and entertainment in a live streamed event. Normally: Spend an end-of summer afternoon at Fonthill Castle for our Annual Beer Fest featuring high-quality drafts from local and regional breweries in a beautiful outdoor setting. Guests enjoy live music, light fare, and a commemorative beer-tasting glass. 21+ event.

Phoenixville First Fridays - Phoenixville, PA - Sep 3 to Nov 5, 2021
There will be small live musicians placed throughout the downtown on Bridge and Main Streets, and handmade craft/artist vendors in the Main and Bridge Street parking lot.

Made in America Music Festival - Philadelphia, PA - Sep 4 to Sep 5, 2021
One of the largest music festivals and event in the country. Features about 100 live musicians on stages. Held in downtown Philadelphia along Ben Franklin Parkway.

Polish American Festival - Doylestown, PA - Sep 4 to Sep 12, 2021
Two weekends of fun! Crafter’s Village will have handmade items such as jewelry, quilts, dolls, toys, bags, children’s clothes and decorations. Polish and American food including pierogi, potato placki, grilled kielbasa, and golabki. Two stages of entertainment with live music, dancing and more.

Oktoberfest at Cannstatter Volksfest-Verein - Philadelphia, PA - Sep 4 to Sep 6, 2021
The popular Labor Day Oktoberfest in Philadelphia that kicks off the German celebrations here in the US returns for its 147th year. Three days of great food, fantastic entertainment, vendors, kids activities, singing & dancing, crafts, souvenirs & prizes, and more, running the Saturday-Monday of Labor Day weekend each year in the Northeast section of Philadelphia. One day ticket is $6, a two-day pass is $9, and a three-day pass is $11, and kids under 12 are free. The park opens at noon each day.

Ludwig’s Corner Horse Show & Country Fair - Glenmoore, PA - Sep 4 to Sep 6, 2021
Horse show competition, family fun, shopping, food & drink, entertainment, rides and amusements, live music, car show and more.

Fringe Festival - Philadelphia, PA - Sep 9 to Oct 3, 2021
A variety of artistic performances and presentations all across the city and online, including those for families.

Philadelphia Honey Festival - Philadelphia, PA - Sep 10 to Sep 12, 2021
Free festival at different venues across the city, featuring kids activities, hive talk, Bee Beard, vendor market place and more.

Food Truck Frenzy - Feasterville-Trevose, PA - Sep 10 to Sep 10, 2021
Over 20 food truck options, plus children’s activities, vendors, DJ and more.

Kennett Square Mushroom Festival - Kennett Square, PA - Sep 11 to Sep 12, 2021
Annual event in the Mushroom Capital of the World, Kennett Square. Held on the weekend after Labor Day. Attendance is estimated at up to 100,000 guests. Enjoy 5k, live music, community parade, mushroom cook-off, car show, and more!

Bucks-Mont Oktoberfest - Warminster, PA - Sep 11 to Sep 11, 2021
Saturday from 11 AM to 10 PM. German food, fun and beer! German music groups playing all day, soccer games, keg tapping ceremony plus fun for the kids including a moon bounce, clowns, face painting, kickball, hayrides, arts & crafts, obstacle course and playground. Rain date is Sunday.

Greater Philly Home Show - King of Prussia, PA - Sep 11 to Sep 12, 2021
Everything you may need in or around your home! Meet vendors who can help with home improvement, building, kitchens, bath, gardens and landscaping, pools and spas, security systems and so much more. Located at Valley Forge Casino Resort, enjoy free admission and free parking!

Art Week Doylestown - Doylestown, PA - Sep 11 to Sep 12, 2021
Showcases both permanent and temporary art installations in local museums, galleries, storefronts, restaurants, and more! Enjoy large scale exhibits, live art, collections, and small shows. Free to attend and participate. Art Week Doylestown leads up to the annual Doylestown Arts Festival.

Flying Fish 5k - Somerdale, NJ - Sep 11 to Sep 11, 2021
5k with beer and family fun at Flying Fish Brewery in Somerdale, NJ.

Doylestown Arts Festival - Doylestown, PA - Sep 11 to Sep 12, 2021
Follows Art Week in Doylestown with a weeekend of juried artists, live music on 5 stages, local food vendors, live art and demonstrations, and more, with fun for the whole family and free admission for all!

Historic Odessa Brewfest - Odessa, DE - Sep 11 to Sep 11, 2021
Support a fundraiser for the Historic Odessa Foundation while enjoying food and merchandise vendors, live bands, and unliminted sampling during the full duration of the festival!

Market of the Macabre - Philadelphia, PA - Sep 11 to Sep 12, 2021
Both in person and online dates available. Head to Laurel Hill Cemetery to peruse antiques, assorted oddities, vintage items, artwork, and homemade items in this outdoor market in an 180+-year-old Victorian cemetery, while wondering the scenic grounds and learning its rich history. Take advantage of feed and beer for purchase, and don’t forget to bring cash! Victorian/Steampunk attire encouraged. $5 admission

Duffield’s Fall Food Truck and Apple Festival - Sewell, NJ - Sep 11 to Sep 11, 2021

Outlaw Music Festival - Philadelphia, PA - Sep 11 to Sep 11, 2021
Great music lineup at the Mann, with Willie Nelson, and more.

Upper Providence Community Day - Collegeville, PA - Sep 11 to Sep 11, 2021
Fun for the whole family

Pottstown Pet Fair - Pottstown, PA - Sep 11 to Sep 11, 2021
One of the largest free pet fairs in Pennsylvania, with a blessing of the animals, adoptions, vets and clinics, vendors, and more!

Park Side Food Festival - Quakertown, PA - Sep 11 to Sep 11, 2021
Head to the Univest Performance Center for a day of food trucks, non-food vendors, beer garden, live music, yard games and kids’ zone!

Towamencin Township Community Day - Lansdale, PA - Sep 11 to Sep 11, 2021
Vendors, live music, zip line, food court, inflatables, face painting and balloon animals, pony rides and more!

Septemberfest - Pennsville, NJ - Sep 11 to Sep 11, 2021
Septemberfest is held annually on the Saturday after Labor Day at the Riverview Beach Park in Pennsville, NJ. The day begins with a parade and continues as a festival in the park, including amusement rides, musical entertainment in the gazebo, food vendors, craft vendors, exhibits, and much more! The day concludes with a fireworks display at dusk.

Royersford CommUNITY Day - Royersford, PA - Sep 11 to Sep 11, 2021
Vendors, crafters, live music, street performers, free kids’ games, and food!

Run Germantown 5K - Philadelphia, PA - Sep 15 to Oct 15, 2021
Virtual for 2021. Normally: 5K through the historic Germantown neighborhood of Philadelphia. Afterparty includes a beer garden, splash pool and more!

Devon Fall Classic - Devon, PA - Sep 15 to Sep 19, 2021
Live music, great shipping, food, rides and games

Pennsylvania National Quilt Extravaganza - Oaks, PA - Sep 16 to Sep 19, 2021
Head to the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks for the largest and most comprehensive quilt festival in the state, with over 600 quilts and works of textile art on display. Shop the vendors and sock up on everything you need to quilt.

Boyertown Oktoberfest - Boyertown, PA - Sep 17 to Sep 18, 2021
Highlights include German music, dancers, beer, food, crafts and artwork. Runs Friday from 5 to 9 PM and Saturday from 11 AM to 9 PM. The mayor’s keg tapping will occur at 11 AM. It takes place at the Town Center Parking Lot behind the first block of East Philadelphia Ave. Parking is available on several local streets and lots. Anticipated attendance is approximately 5,000 people. Rain date is Sunday. This annual event on the third weekend in September is a fundraiser for Building a Better Boyertown. BBB is a nonprofit organization formed in 2002 to promote the community, preserve its historical heritage and attract people.

Halfway to St Patrick’s Party at Molly Maguire’s – Irish Street Festival - Phoenixville, PA - Sep 17 to Sep 18, 2021
An Irish festival for the whole family, with live music and dance performances, bagpipers, Irish food and Guinness, kids activities and more!

Nightmare Before Tinsel - Philadelphia, PA - Sep 17 to Oct 31, 2021
The bar owner behind glittery Christmas pop-up Tinsel, is getting ready to debut Nightmare Before Tinsel, a Halloween-themed bar with a zombie wall, a room of 1,001 eyes, spider webs, and other creepy decor perfect for Instagram photo ops. It’s at 116 S. 12th Street, where Tinsel is also held. The address was a jewelry store for more than a century, so perhaps there are some old-timey diamond-clad ghosts inside. Dates are approximate, please double-check before heading over!

Xponential Music Festival - Camden, NJ - Sep 17 to Sep 19, 2021
The festival returns to the Camden Waterfront at Wiggins Park, and is a great opportunity to see established artists and to discover new up-and-coming bands.

Newtown Beerfest - Newtown Borough, PA - Sep 18 to Sep 18, 2021
Beer tasting, live music, food & fun at The Stockings Works.

Brauhaus Schmitz Oktoberfest - Philadelphia, PA - Sep 18 to Sep 18, 2021
This German bierhall and restaurant celebrates all week long. On Saturday it sponsors the annual Philadelphia Oktoberfest Block Party from noon to 8 PM. A 200 foot long tent will be erected on the 700 block of South Street. Live oompah music, ceremonial keg tapping and liter lift competition will accompany the German beer (10 kinds on tap!) and sausage. The VIP package gets you no wait bathrooms, Bavarian buffet, six tokens for beer, tshirt and stein.

Linvilla Orchards Arts & Craft Festival - Media, PA - Sep 18 to Sep 19, 2021
Live musical performances and unique art exhibitors offering a variety of woodcrafts, jewelry, photography, wine cork decor, and more! Rain date is the following weekend. Everything else at Linvilla including you-pick is open as well!

Yardley Harvest Day - Yardley, PA - Sep 18 to Sep 18, 2021
Free event along Canal Street and in the neighborhood around it, with something for everyone, including crafts, food, live music, kids’ activities, and more..

Conshohocken FunFest - Conshohocken, PA - Sep 18 to Sep 18, 2021
Fayette Street will be closed from 1st to 5th Avenue, with live music, food, vendors, crafters, children’s activities, and more!

Wines on the Hill - Hilltown, PA - Sep 18 to Sep 18, 2021
Wineries, craft beer, distilleries, food, live music, exhibitors and vendors

Green Earth Festival - Phoenixville, PA - Sep 18 to Sep 18, 2021
This FREE family-friendly event will feature kid’s activities, info about local initiatives and vendors exhibiting eco-friendly products and services. Enjoy the music, food and local produce at the Farmer’s Market.

Run Now Wine Later 5K & Festival - New Hope, PA - Sep 19 to Sep 19, 2021
Run through the adorable town of New Hope and end your 5K at the Bucks County Playhouse for a food and wine tasting festival. Run and then wine for $55 (runners get a long sleeve shirt, and finishers get a beautiful medal featuring a different historic New Hope landmark each year) or purchase a Wine & Food Festival Only Ticket (21+)

Philadelphia Distance Run - Philadelphia, PA - Sep 19 to Sep 19, 2021
Enjoy a flat, fast course (5K – half marathon) through historic Philadelphia, finishing at the Rocky Steps of the Art Museum.

Radnor Fall Festival - Wayne, PA - Sep 19 to Sep 19, 2021
Always on the third Sunday of September, the Wayne Business Association sponsors this event, turning North Wayne Avenue and West Avenue into a funland for everyone, with street performances by local bands and dance studios, face painting, carnival rides, vendors, and more!

Feria del Barrio - Philadelphia, PA - Sep 19 to Sep 19, 2021
Enjoy live Latin music and dancing, food, art and crafts, and more, in a collaboration between Taller Puertorriqueno, Congreso de Latinos Unidos, HACE, and Raices Culturales Latinoamericanas.

Fall Harvest Sampler - Doylestown, PA - Sep 24 to Sep 24, 2021
Enjoy a night at Peace Valley Nature Center with over 50 seasonal craft beers, paired with harvest foods and desserts. There will also be live music, silent auction, door prizes, raffle, and a commemorative beer glass!

Bucks County Book Festival - Doylestown, PA - Sep 24 to Sep 26, 2021
Going virtual for 2020 – see event website for details. Normally: 50+ professionally published authors, panel discussions, book readings and signings, a writer’s workshop, and a children’s day

Camden Community Fair - Camden, NJ - Sep 24 to Sep 24, 2021
Free refreshments, amusements, giveaways, games and more will be available!

Ardmore Oktoberfest - Ardmore, PA - Sep 25 to Sep 25, 2021
For 2021, one day with reservation required. Normally: An 8 day German festival with beer, food, live music, yodel contest, nailing contest, brat eating contest and cycle party. Admission is free. Do not miss the fraternity style drinking activities like beer pong, flip cup, and more. Foods include giant bier pretzl, German potato salad, Apfelstrudel, Wurstteller sausage, and German chocolate cake.

Neshaminy Creek Oktoberfest - Croydon, PA - Sep 25 to Sep 25, 2021
From 12-7 PM for a day full of the finest NCBC beers (including some limited ones, tba), food, and live music! All ages can attend. Free entry. Lederhosen preferred, but not required.

Greenfest Philly - Philadelphia, PA - Sep 25 to Sep 25, 2021
Canceled for 2021, look for their return in 2022. The tri-state region’s largest environmental festival! Over 100 exhibitors and vendors over a place to learn about living sustainable while having fun. Shop for local green wares, great food, live music, live demonstrations, kid friendly activities and more! Free admission

Run the Vineyards Autumn Trail 8K and 5K - Chadds Ford, PA - Sep 25 to Sep 25, 2021
Run through a vineyard and along a wooded trail, followed by an after-party with live music, food trucks, games, vendors, and of course, WINE! Runners will get a tech shirt, souvenir wine glass, and drink ticket.

Warrington Township Community Day - Chalfont, PA - Sep 25 to Sep 25, 2021
Pony rides, entertainment, food, fireworks and more

Sly Fox Can Jam Music Festival - Pottstown, PA - Sep 25 to Sep 25, 2021
Free music concert at Sly Fox Brewery, featuring several styles of music, plus Sly Fox Food, beer, and gear available for purchase.

Glassboro Craft Beer Festival - Glassboro, NJ - Sep 25 to Sep 25, 2021
Live music and sampling local brews

Bike MS: City to Shore - Cherry Hill, NJ - Sep 25 to Sep 26, 2021
Two day event, with route options from 25-180 miles for all cyclists, takes you through South Jersey, with a family friendly afterparty in Ocean City, benefiting MS research

Swedesboro Day - Swedesboro, NJ - Sep 25 to Sep 25, 2021
Dragon Run 5k, live performances on two stages, car show, historic reenactors, local vendors and more

Linvilla Apple Festival - Media, PA - Sep 25 to Sep 26, 2021
Live music, pie eating contest, apple tastings, costumed characters, fresh roasted corn, plus all the regular fun of Linvilla (you-pick, playground, marketplace) and their seasonal Pumpkinland (scarecrows and more)

RetroCon - Oaks, PA - Sep 25 to Sep 26, 2021
Over 225 vendor tables of retro and retro-inspired collectibles on sale, plus such memorabilia as video games, comic books, lunchboxes, diecast cars, dolls/plush and more. This event will also feature special guests, panels, contests, raffles, costumes, tv/movie cars and props, and video games. If retro geek stuff is your thing, this is the perfect hangout for the day or weekend.

Riverfront Art Festival - Gloucester City, NJ - Sep 25 to Sep 25, 2021
There will be music from over 12 bands at the Betsy Ross Pavillion overlooking the Delaware River. There will be several vendors offering fine art, crafts, woodwork, and food. There will be a professional artist doing portraits, plus henna tattoos for kids, sand art, and much more.

Downingtown FallFest - Downingtown, PA - Sep 26 to Sep 26, 2021
Beer garden, BMX show, food and craft vendors, and more.

B(L)ok Party - Philadelphia, PA - Sep 26 to Sep 26, 2021
Come on down to Mifflin Street (outside the old Bok High School) for an good old-fashioned block party! A bouncy castle, food trucks, produce stand and CSA sign up, live mural, bike decoration, performances and more.

Chestnut Hill Fall into the Arts Festival - Philadelphia, PA - Sep 26 to Sep 26, 2021
Everyone is invited to enjoy a day of art, music, culinary delights and boutique shopping as Germantown Avenue, between Willow Grove and Rex Avenue is transformed into an outdoor arts and crafts marketplace. Chestnut Hill serves as a backdrop for more than 100 talented artists from throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. The Makers Village aims to celebrate both the beauty of a finished piece of art as well as the act of making it. Germantown Avenue is closed to all vehicular traffic as fine arts and crafts, live entertainment, exhibits, and children’s rides and activities, take place up and down the street between the 8000 and 8600 blocks of Germantown Avenue. Visitors can stroll the Avenue to view and purchase fine arts and crafts, enjoy live music or dine al fresco. Admission to the festival is free

Ambler Oktoberfest - Ambler, PA - Oct 1 to Oct 2, 2021
2021 Oktoberfest includes the postponed Arts & Music Festival and overlaps with monthly First Friday activities on Ridge Avenue

Bensalem Fall Festival - Bensalem, PA - Oct 2 to Oct 2, 2021
For 2021, only the evening concert and fireworks. Normally: Annual fall festival at Bensalem Municipal Complex (no parking for general public at the event site – grab the free shuttle from parking lots at the high school and senior center). Enjoy a celebration of community pride, including a concert, animal shows, amusements, car shows, business and crafter attractions, fireworks and more!

Kennett Brewfest - Kennett Square, PA - Oct 2 to Oct 2, 2021
Almost 100 breweries with unique and seasonal brews, plus live music, food trucks, vendors, gaming area and more.

Oktoberfest at Grumblethorpe - Philadelphia, PA - Oct 2 to Oct 2, 2021
The Revolutionary Germantown Festival celebrates October 4, 1777 when the Continental attempted to kick the British out of Germantown. The day includes battle re-enactment, beer garden and traditional Oktoberfest at Grumblethorpe from 4:30-7:30 PM after the festival concludes.

Limerick Uncorked Festival - Schwenksville, PA - Oct 2 to Oct 2, 2021
Vendors, vineyards, breweries, food trucks, live music and more! Sample wine and beer or purchase full-glass pours and bottles/cans. Proceeds benefit Limerick Parks & Recreation Department. Previously called the Wine, Beer & Food Festival

Fall Festival and Arts & Crafts Show - Philadelphia, PA - Oct 2 to Oct 2, 2021
Head to Pennypack Environmental Center for a day of seasonal games, pumpkin painting, cider, crafts, and more, with free admission, activities from 25c – $1, plus food and pumpkins for sale.

Bikes and Beers Philadelphia - Philadelphia, PA - Oct 3 to Oct 3, 2021
Head out from Yards Brewery on a 15, 30 or 45 mile race through the beautiful city of Philadelphia.

St Nicholas of Tolentine Italian Festival - Philadelphia, PA - Oct 3 to Oct 3, 2021
Come down to the St. Nicholas of Tolentine Italian Festival from 12pm to 9pm in South Philadelphia! Come celebrate food and some great music!

Chestnut Hill Brewing’s Oktoberfest - Philadelphia, PA - Oct 3 to Oct 3, 2021
Live music, games including Hammerschlagen, corn hole, and jenga, a stein holding competition, costume contest, beer specials and special beers on tap and more

Philly Music Fest - Philadelphia, PA - Oct 6 to Oct 10, 2021
A non-profit music fest focused on local bands, with all proceeds donated to local music educaiton charities. Several venues and four nights, with World Cafe hosting both Friday and Saturday. Check the facebook event for more information!

King of Prussia Beerfest Royale - King of Prussia, PA - Oct 7 to Oct 9, 2021
The King’s Plate (pairing dinner and competition) is on Thursday and Beerfest Royale sessions on Saturday. Tasting mug, beer samples, live music, free parking and more. Event proceeds benefit King of Prussia District.

Made in Philadelphia Fall Market - Philadelphia, PA - Oct 8 to Oct 10, 2021
Treats, trinkets and crafts galore! The Made in Philadelphia Fall Market returns to Dilworth Park for a weekend-long celebration of art and small businesses. Featuring a unique lineup of local artisans, visitors are encouraged to browse and buy one-of-a-kind pieces found exclusively at this diverse pop-up

Upper Main Line Oktoberfest - Paoli, PA - Oct 9 to Oct 9, 2021
Rotary Club of the Upper Main Line’s Annual Oktoberfest is a family-friendly event. They’ll have games, pumpkin decorating, face painting, and bouncy-houses for the kids, plus live music, dancing, bratwurst, and a great beer selection (including Victory Oktoberfest) for kids-at-heart. 100% of the proceeds go directly to charity projects and donations. Locally, they support organizations like ACLAMO, ARC of Chester County, Community Volunteers In Medicine, Philabundance, and T&E Cares as well as supporting Rotary International initiatives such as disaster relief, food and medical services, and the fight to end polio. Admission: $8 advance, $10 at the door – Kids under 21 free with paying adult.

Oktoberfest at Playwicki Farm - Feasterville-Trevose, PA - Oct 9 to Oct 9, 2021
Live music, a DJ, food trucks, a performance by The Philadelphia Mummers (2:30pm), beer/wine garden, children’s activities, vendors and more!

Paw Prints 5K - Eastampton Township, NJ - Oct 10 to Oct 10, 2021
Off-road 5k through Smithville Park, with a 1 mile fun trail walk and a fundraiser for Burlington County Animal Shelter.

FirstGlance Film Fest Philadelphia - Philadelphia, PA - Oct 15 to Oct 17, 2021
Independent film festival in Philadelphia, offering premiers from all genres and lengths, plus chances to vote for your favorites and meet the filmmakers, cast and crews.

Camden County Fair - Blackwood, NJ - Oct 15 to Oct 16, 2021
Check out 4H exhibits, pony rides, live entertainment, rides and more, with free admission and free parking!

Peddler’s Village OctoberFEAST - New Hope, PA - Oct 16 to Oct 17, 2021
Raise your beer and bratwurst to celebrate with German food & drink and family friendly fun on Sat & Sun, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Pay-as-you-go in the Food, Beer, Wine & Spirits Garden. Free Parking and admission. Live entertainment.

Gloucester Township Food and Craft Beer Festival - Blackwood, NJ - Oct 16 to Oct 16, 2021
Over 20 food trucks will be set up, and a beer garden at the Gloucester Township Library, plus live music. Free admission!

Walk4Hearing Philadelphia - Philadelphia, PA - Oct 17 to Oct 17, 2021
Empowers and inspires those affected by hearing loss while raising money for national and local programs that provide information, education, support, and advocacy. Vendors will be on site to provide resources for individuals and families affected by hearing loss.

Feastival - Philadelphia, PA - Oct 21 to Oct 21, 2021
The premier fundraising event for FringeArts, with 80+ top restaurants from across the city pairing up to offer exlusive, one-night only dishes

Roxtoberfest - Philadelphia, PA - Oct 23 to Oct 23, 2021
Fall fun is brewing at the annual “Roxtoberfest”, the Roxborough neighborhood’s uniquely Philly spin on the world-renowned German Oktoberfest celebration. The popular, family-friendly event will take place from 1 – 6 p.m. Food trucks, live music, German folk dancing, competitions and children’s activities are just some of the fun things to see, eat and do at Roxtoberfest. This fall street festival takes place along Ridge Avenue between Lyceum Avenue and Leverington Avenue in Roxborough.

Head of the Schuylkill Regatta - Philadelphia, PA - Oct 30 to Oct 31, 2021
The Schuylkill River near Boathouse Row will have world champions and Olympic medalists competing for the Gold Cup trophy.

Rothman Ice Rink and Winter at Dilworth Park - Philadelphia, PA - Nov 5 to Feb 27, 2022
When the temperatures dip and the nights get long, Dilworth Park transforms into a luminous winter wonderland, with a bedecked City Hall as the iconic backdrop. Skating, the wintergarden on the Greenfield Lawn, Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market and the Deck the Hall Holiday Light Show are all amazing winter traditions to make your own.

Peddler’s Village Apple Festival - Lahaska, PA - Nov 6 to Nov 7, 2021
Annual event celebrating the apple season at Peddler’s Village, held rain or shine with free admission and free parking. Most events and food are pay as you go.

PHestival of Trees - Phoenixville, PA - Nov 12 to Nov 14, 2021
This three-day, walk-through event at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center features hundreds of decorated holiday trees, including one that’s 40 feet tall; a light show; decorated gingerbread houses; a live Nativity scene; a Hanukkah menorah; Kwanzaa imagery; and Santa himself. Timed tickets are required; proceeds benefit local animal shelters and rescues.

Towamencin Turkey Trot 5k - Harleysville, PA - Nov 13 to Nov 13, 2021
Held at Fischer’s Park

LumiNature at the Philadelphia Zoo - Philadelphia, PA - Nov 18 to Jan 9, 2022
Wednesday through Sunday evenings at the Philadelphia Zoo, enjoy a fantastical light experience – LumiNature is set to transform the Zoo into a dazzling winter wonderland. Featuring 14 illuminated zones, LumiNature takes guests on a magical journey of lights, sounds, and surprises, offering lively displays and newly enhanced installations designed to inspire and delight guests this holiday season.. Enjoy hot chocolate, warm adult beverages, smore’s stations, and more sweet treats as you stroll. Zoo members save 20% on tickets and free parking for one car each visit. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas. NOTE: Only the Zoo’s penguins will be on exhibit for guests to see. All of the other animals will be off of public view and sleeping in their indoor exhibits.

Winter in Franklin Square featuring the Electrical Spectacle Holiday Light Show - Philadelphia, PA - Nov 18 to Dec 31, 2021
Experience the magic of the holidays and celebrate new and old traditions! Dazzle in the lights of the Electrical Spectacle Light Show presented by PECO, and warm up comfort food, local brews, and hot beverages in the Winter Beer Garden.

Franklin Square Holiday Festival & Electrical Spectacle Holiday Light Show - Philadelphia, PA - Nov 18 to Feb 27, 2022
Experience the magic of the holidays and celebrate new and old traditions! Dazzle in the lights of the Electrical Spectacle Light Show presented by PECO, and warm up comfort food, local brews, and hot beverages in the Winter Beer Garden.

Manayunk Tree Lighting Ceremony - Philadelphia, PA - Nov 18 to Nov 18, 2021
Held at Canal View Park, with live musical performances, tree lighting, and a visit from Santa to kick off the holidays in Manayunk.

A Very Furry Christmas at Sesame Place - Langhorne, PA - Nov 19 to Jan 2, 2022
Open to members only the first night before opening to the general public for the rest of the season. A Very Furry Christmas Celebration at Sesame Place® is a festive, family-friendly celebration with everyone’s favorite Sesame Street® friends. The park is transformed into a one-of-a-kind Christmas wonderland with millions of twinkling lights and festive decorations all around. At the center of the 1-2-3 Christmas Tree show, is a 30-foot fully-illuminated pixel-based tree, that will project festive animated images while guests can dance along to a festive holiday soundtrack – all making for the ultimate light show experience! Take a photo with Santa, visit the ALL-NEW Christmas Family Fun Zone, and so much more!

Wild Lights at Elmwood Park Zoo - Norristown, PA - Nov 19 to Dec 30, 2021
Elmwood Park Zoo’s favorite family tradition, Wild Lights, returns this holiday season! With new lights and decorative attractions, and with more animals on exhibit, this year’s Wild Lights is sure to be brighter than ever! Each night of Wild Lights features live entertainment, unique animal encounters, performances, holiday music, and a chance to see Santa himself.

Philadelphia Marathon - Philadelphia, PA - Nov 19 to Nov 21, 2021
Marathon, half marathon, 8k and kids run set against the backdrop of the iconic Philadelphia Museum of Art and other beautiful settings and well-traveled places from history.

Gingerbread Competition and Display at Peddler’s Village - New Hope, PA - Nov 19 to Jan 8, 2022
A holiday tradition at Peddler’s Village since 1984, the Gingerbread Competition and Display is a feast for the eyes with more than 75 creative and whimsical entries in these categories: NEW! Holiday on Wheels, Traditional, Authentic Reproduction Around the World, 3-D, Movie or TV Set, Winter Wonderland, Student, and Kids Only. The Gingerbread entries will be on exhibit during shopping hours from November 19 through January 8, 2022. Admission is free.

A Longwood Christmas - Kennett Square, PA - Nov 19 to Jan 9, 2022
Inside, set your spirits ablaze with towering trees adorned in amber to fiery red tones, flickering flame lanterns, and an inviting mountain retreat, complemented by icy-hued plantings, a “frozen” succulent fountain, and a refreshing alpine waterway that is the ultimate winter wonderland. Outdoors, cozy up to inviting fire pits, cool off with a stroll through half-a-million lights that dazzle and delight, and relish in the splendor of the season.

Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market - Philadelphia, PA - Nov 20 to Jan 1, 2022
Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market returns to Dilworth Park, and will once again transform the West side of historic City Hall into an extravagant winter wonderland! Following past tradition, this year’s Holiday Market will again feature a large variety of local artisans, designers, crafters and jewelers offering their unique, holiday-inspired handmade goods and gifts. There truly is no better place to experience Philadelphia’s pride for locally made arts and crafts than the Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market!

A Very Furry Christmas at Sesame Place - Langhorne, PA - Nov 20 to Jan 2, 2022
A Very Furry Christmas Celebration at Sesame Place® is a festive, family-friendly celebration with everyone’s favorite Sesame Street® friends. The park is transformed into a one-of-a-kind Christmas wonderland with millions of twinkling lights and festive decorations all around.

Holiday Light Show at Shady Brook Farm - Yardley, PA - Nov 20 to Jan 30, 2022
Take an open-air wagon ride (or opt for the comfort of your own car) through the grounds of Yardley’s Shady Brook Farm to marvel at more than 3 million lights — yes, 3 million — fashioned into holiday icons and scenes. Then, take a stroll down Candy Cane Lane, where more lights dance to a musical soundtrack.

Mercer County Turkey Trot - West Windsor, NJ - Nov 20 to Nov 28, 2021
Virtual foe 2021

St Bernadette Turkey Trot - Drexel Hill, PA - Nov 20 to Nov 27, 2021
13th annual 5k run (or walk) is a single loop 5k and is professionally chip timed by Bryn Mawr Racing. The course takes you through a beautiful tree-lined neighborhood starting and finishing at St. Bernadette School on Bond & Turner Avenues in Drexel Hill. The even also features a 1-Mile Family Fun Walk and Dumpling Dash for the little ones (10 and under).

Thanksgiving Eve at Howl at the Moon Philadelphia - Philadelphia, PA - Nov 24 to Nov 24, 2021
Turkey is good, but booze is better! Celebrate the long holiday weekend with some live music, dancing and drinks, with featured drinks, games, dancing and a great night out!

Holiday Lights Display at Herr’s Snack Factory - Nottingham, PA - Nov 24 to Jan 2, 2022
Drive through our corporate campus and over 600,000 dazzling lights.

West County Griswolds - West Chester, PA - Nov 24 to Jan 2, 2022
The Plummer family of West Chester take cues from the hilarious Griswold family of the popular National Lampoon movies with this massive annual holiday light display at their home, featuring more than 100,000 lights controlled via computer. Bonus: Kids can drop off their letters to Santa here.

The Barbary Thanksgiving Eve Party - Philadelphia, PA - Nov 24 to Nov 24, 2021

6ABC/Dunkin Donuts Thanksgiving Day Parade - Philadelphia, PA - Nov 25 to Nov 25, 2021
The annual event is the oldest Thanksgiving Day Parade in the country

Christmas Village at LOVE Park - Philadelphia, PA - Nov 25 to Dec 24, 2021
Explore Philadelphia’s authentic German holiday market at LOVE Park.

PHLY Turkey Trot for Face to Face Germantown - Philadelphia, PA - Nov 25 to Nov 25, 2021
28th Annual Face to Face Turkey Trot and a fun run on Thanksgiving morning at Forbidden Drive along the Wissahickon Creek

Chester County Turkey Trot - Downingtown, PA - Nov 25 to Nov 25, 2021
Get a festive start to your Thanksgiving morning and help raise funds to support childhood cancer research at the Chester County Turkey Trot 5k Run/1mile Walk through Cure4Cam!

Delco Turkey Trot 5k - Wallingford, PA - Nov 25 to Nov 25, 2021

MoTown Turkey Trot - North Wales, PA - Nov 25 to Nov 25, 2021
8k, 5k, 2 mile, kids run. Formerly the North Wales Turkey Trot

Seven Summits Therapy 5k Turkey Trot - Wayne, PA - Nov 25 to Nov 25, 2021
5k and kids fun run

Abington YMCA Gobble Wobble 5k & 2 Mile Walk - Abington, PA - Nov 25 to Nov 25, 2021
The run will take you through a quiet, residential area of Abington Township with rolling hills and will finish Olympic style on the track at Memorial Field (5k)

MIP Turkey Trot 5k - Fort Washington, PA - Nov 25 to Nov 25, 2021
The Turkey Trot is a Springfield Township Thanksgiving tradition, previously operated by the Spartan Track & Field Alumni, who gifted the race to The MIP Foundation in 2019. Proceeds from this race help reach their goal of helping teens and young adults facing cancer learn how to turn their pain into power.

Garnet Valley Turkey Trot - Glen Mills, PA - Nov 25 to Nov 25, 2021
5k or 1 mile. All proceeds benefit Healthy Kids Running Series so kids can maintain an active and healthy lifestyle

Customers Bank BCRR Thanksgiving 5 Miler and One Mile Fun Run - Langhorne, PA - Nov 25 to Nov 25, 2021
5 mile, 5K, 1 Mile

Marlton Turkey Trot - Marlton, NJ - Nov 25 to Nov 25, 2021
5k

Moorestown Turkey Trot - Moorestown, NJ - Nov 25 to Nov 25, 2021
Enjoy a run on Thanksgiving morning around the Moorestown High School Cross Country course

Medford Lakes Colony Turkey Trot 5k - Medford Lakes, NJ - Nov 25 to Nov 25, 2021

Run for Pie 5k - Newark, DE - Nov 25 to Nov 25, 2021
What a better way to celebrate Thanksgiving than starting your morning off with a 5K, with pie afterwards!

Tinseltown - Phoenixville, PA - Nov 26 to Jan 2, 2022
Over a million lightbulbs to walk around and view, plus an ice-free rink, marketplace, and more. Held on the grounds of the Greater Philly Expo Center at Oaks.

Holiday Garden Railway at Morris Arboretum - Philadelphia, PA - Nov 26 to Jan 2, 2021
Visitors of all ages will be wowed by a quarter mile of track featuring seven loops and tunnels with fifteen different rail lines and two cable cars, nine bridges (including a trestle bridge you can walk under), and bustling model trains, all set in the lovely winter garden of the Morris Arboretum. The display and buildings are all made of natural materials – bark, leaves, twigs, hollow logs, mosses, acorns, dried flowers, seeds and stones – to form a perfectly proportioned miniature landscape complete with small streams. Each building, while an exact replica of the original, is unique in its design. Philadelphia-area landmarks such as a masterpiece replica of Independence Hall are made using pinecone seeds for shingles, acorns as finials and twigs as downspouts.

Blue Cross RiverWalk Winterfest - Philadelphia, PA - Nov 26 to Mar 6, 2022
For 28 seasons, Winterfest has been Philadelphia’s favorite Winter tradition on the Delaware River Waterfront, inviting visitors for a chance to indulge in flights of fancy under thousands of sparkling lights in a winter wonderland with spectacular views of the Delaware River, complete with comforting warming cabins, physically-distanced fire pit stations, games for the young and young-at-heart, delicious food and refreshing drinks, the signature holiday tree and — of course — ice skating on the NHL-sized rink. Winterfest is a top destination for anyone looking for safe, family fun.

Dickens Village at Macy’s - Philadelphia, PA - Nov 26 to Dec 31, 2021
At 6,000 square feet, this 26-scene walk-through experience of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol is massive, and a main holiday attraction for Center City visitors. This year, it will be available to visit by reservation only. Reservations must be made on Macy’s Santaland website five days ahead of your visit. Reservations go live at 5:30 a.m. each day and are available five days ahead of time.

Wenonah Turkey Trot and Drumstick Dash - Wenonah, NJ - Nov 26 to Nov 26, 2021
The Wenonah Turkey Trot is run on the local tree-lined roads of historic Wenonah, NJ. It is 5k (3.1 miles) long with a 1 mile walking course included.

Jolly Holly 5K and Millville Christmas Parade - Millville, NJ - Nov 26 to Nov 26, 2021
Get into the holiday spirit at the annual Jolly Holly Run! Grab some friends and family, lace up your sneakers, and get active. Whether you run the 5k or the 1-mile fun run, it will definitely be a great time for everyone! After the race, grab some hot chocolate and stay and watch the annual Millville Christmas Parade!

Born to Run 5 Mile - Freehold, NJ - Nov 26 to Nov 26, 2021
35th Annual Born to Run 5 Mile Race begins in Downtown Freehold, through quiet neighborhoods, around Lake Topanemus to finish back in town. Proceeds from the race benefit Freehold Open Door Food Pantry

Miracle on South 13th Street - Philadelphia, PA - Nov 27 to Jan 1, 2022
Neighbors on the 1600 block of South 13th Street work together on the elaborate display that adorns their street

Smedley Street Christmas Light Spectacular - Philadelphia, PA - Nov 27 to Jan 10, 2022
Amother neighborhood affair, on the 2700 block of Smedley Street, a 50+ year tradition of decoration and community continues

Haddon Township Turkey Trot 5k - Westmont, NJ - Nov 27 to Nov 27, 2021

East Greenwich Turkey Trot - Mickleton, NJ - Nov 27 to Nov 27, 2021
East Greenwich Home and School Association’s Turkey Trot 5K Run/ 1 mile Walk and 1mile Fun Run

Hanukkah Celebration at Sesame Place - Langhorne, PA - Nov 28 to Dec 5, 2021
Celebrate the Festival of Lights with Sesame Place’s Menorah Lighting Ceremony. Join a local cantor, Baby Bear, who celebrates Hanukkah with his family, Grover and more of your Sesame Street friends to play a game of dreidel, light the Menorah, and learn all about Hanukkah! Select dates.

Christmas Light Show at Macy’s - Philadelphia, PA - Dec 1 to Dec 31, 2021
A nostalgic family holiday experience, the Christmas Light Show at Macy’s Center City is a Philadelphia tradition that dates back more than half a century. Voiced by none other than Julie Andrews, the free show features classic songs and stories like The Nutcracker and Frosty the Snowman illuminated by 100,000 lights and backed by the sounds of the famous Wanamaker Organ, one of the largest in the world.

Tredyffin Township Holiday Tree Lighting - Wayne, PA - Dec 4 to Dec 4, 2021
Tree lighting with complimentary hot beverages and sweet treats

Kwanzaa Celebration at Sesame Place - Langhorne, PA - Dec 26 to Dec 1, 2021
A festive and fun Kwanzaa Celebration! Join your favorite Sesame Street friends each night of Kwanzaa for a special Storytime and Kinara lighting to learn all about the celebrations and principles of Kwanzaa.

High Caliber Festival - Camden, NJ - Aug 19 to Aug 20, 2022
The Battleship New Jersey, docked in the Delaware River, plays host to an 18+ music festival with over 20 artists across three stages.