So...What Is There To Do Around Here?: Seasonal Events

Kennett Square, PA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . September 10-12
Celebrating its 14th year, the Chester County Balloon Festival features 15 hot air balloons taking flight twice per day, a balloon glow and balloon rides. Adding to the fun: a beer garden, live music, crafts, food and more. On September 11, the festival will host a 9/11 Memorial Flight to honor the lives lost during the terrorist attacks 20 years ago.

Doylestown, PA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . September 11-12
Celebrating its 30th anniversary, this popular event features a juried selection of independent artists, live music on five stages and art demonstrations.

Yardley, PA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . September 11 - October 31
This massive Bucks County Farm is transformed into a fall fantasyland for the most colorful season of the year. Visitors enjoy pumpkin-picking, wagon rides, a five-acre corn maze, bonfires, live music and more.

Philadelphia, PA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . September 15 - October 15
Major festivals, can’t-miss exhibits and exciting soccer matches are part of the fun during Philly’s Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations. In addition to mega-events like Feria del Barrio and the Puerto Rican Day Parade (see below), the Philadelphia Unity Cup features free-to-watch soccer matches with players representing countries around the globe. Plus, check out the city’s Latinx-owned restaurants for incredible flavors of Columbia, the Dominican Republic, Venezuela and more.

Kennett Square, PA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . September 11-12
Did you know that the “Mushroom Capital of the World” is just outside of Philadelphia? Kennett Square is also home to an excellent, two-day Mushroom Festival every September, full of mushroom-themed food, music, exhibits and activities. This year’s event takes place at an all-new location on South Broad Street.

Philadelphia, PA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . September 3-6
Philly gives summer a proper send-off with four full days of events, festivals, sports games, fireworks and more in celebration of Labor Day Weekend. In addition to Jay-Z’s massive Made in America music fest featuring Justin Bieber and Lil Baby on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, don’t miss stunning floral displays at Shofuso Japanese Cultural Center, a Philadelphia Union soccer match, exhibitions and special programs at museums, Main Line Restaurant Week, First Friday arts activities and so much more.

Media, PA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . September 11 - November 7
This year marks the 50th anniversary of this Media farm’s autumnal festivities. Among the offerings: pick-your-own pumpkins and apples, a jack-o-lantern exhibit, hayrides and cornfield mazes. Guests can also buy caramel apples, fresh apple cider and delicious home-baked treats at the Farm Market; shop for fall decorations at the Garden Center; and enjoy brews made using products grown on the farm at the Ship Bottom Brewery Beer Garden.

Philadelphia, PA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . September 17-19
The fall edition of this twice-a-year event —the oldest outdoor fine arts show in the country — brings original painting, drawing, print, sculpture, mixed media and more art to Rittenhouse Square for an outdoor gallery sale.

New Hope, PA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . September 6 - October 31
During an eight-week scarecrow competition and display, more than 100 scarecrows line the pathways of this popular Bucks County shopping and dining destination. Participants enter their stuffed creations in one of seven categories, and visitors are invited to vote for their favorite entry.