What To Do (Holiday edition): Halloween events continue locally into this weekend
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Pumpkinland
“Halloween Weekend” is here and there are plenty of holiday themed events running throughout the weekend.
Some are in the “not so scary” category.
“Pumpkinland” has returned to Linvilla Orchards (137 West Knowlton Road, Media, 610-876-7116, www.linvilla.com). “Pumpkinland,” which runs through November 2, features fairy...
What To Do: Not into being spooked? Go to the circus instead
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
One of the benefits of warm weather from mid-spring to mid-autumn is the area visitation by outdoor, under-the-Big-Top circuses.
There are many different touring circuses that touch down in the area each year. However, when the temperatures begin to drop, these circuses head south.
The last two touring circuses of the season have arrived this...
28th annual Kennett Brewfest, Oct. 4
Brewfest attendees don pretzel snacklaces, theperfect compliment to cold beer. Photo by MoonloopPhotography.
Kennett Collaborative announced the 28th Annual Kennett Brewfest is just around the corner on October 4, 2025. Admission includes unlimited tastings from a lineup of more than 85 carefully selected craft breweries plus vendors, food trucks, live music, and more, sponsored by Wistar Motors.
Jeff...
What To Do: Summertime and the livin’s easy
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
The Gay Street Open-Air Market
When August arrives, the entertainment/activity schedule really ramps up. The first weekend in August features a plethora of country fairs, festivals, outdoor concerts, big top circus shows and nature-related events.
West Chester will be in celebration mode all weekend.
You can double your pleasure and double your...
96th Annual Old Fiddler’s Picnic on Aug. 9
The Fiddler’s Grove is one of the highlights of Chester County’s annual Old Fiddler’s Picnic, held at Hibernia County Park.
Join hundreds of musicians and music lovers to celebrate the 96th Annual Old Fiddler’s Picnic at Hibernia County Park on Saturday, August 9, in Coatesville, PA. This beloved Chester County summer tradition brings together professional and amateur musicians for...
What To Do: Town Talks and honoring Lafayette
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
There are options galore for those who want to brave this weekend’s weather and deal with the brutal heat and humidity that is in the forecast. Fortunately, there are many indoor events in addition to a full schedule of outdoor activities.
There is a diverse list of options – including an old-fashioned carnival, live music by Bangladesh’s...
County Sheriff’s Office events: Social media seminar; Cupcakes with a Cop
The Chester County Sheriff’s Office and West Chester Police Department welcome residents to Cupcakes with a Cop at Dia Doce in West Chester on Friday, May 16.
The Chester County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) announces the return of two highly successful community engagement events this May – Think Before You Post and Cupcakes with a Cop. These events help to educate, engage, and strengthen the...
What To Do: Celebrating the Year of the Snake
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Year of the Snake
With temperatures dipping into the low teens and occasionally into single digits, the best choice for weekend activities is an indoor event.
Fortunately, the weekend calendar features indoor events including an array of Lunar New Year events, a movie screening, a Swedish mid-winter meal, tastings at local wineries, a huge horticultural...
What To Do: Dia de Reyes celebrations top local events
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Rosca de Reyes
The list of holiday celebrations in November and December seemingly is larger than that of the other 10 months combined.
Now it’s January and the list looks like it has been decimated by outside forces.
Fortunately, there are still plenty of events and special activities on the area calendar with “Día de Reyes” one of the...
What To Do: Holiday events at area zoos, amusement parks and on the rails
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
LumiNature
A great way for kids – kids of all ages — to enjoy the holiday season is by visiting the Christmas events at the area’s zoos, amusement parks and tourist railroads.
Now through January 4, the Philadelphia Zoo (3400 West Girard Avenue, Philadelphia, www.philadelphiazoo.org) will host LumiNature, a gigantic holiday season...
