Looking for a party this weekend? The Lehigh Valley has you covered.
From a history of beer making in America to a street party in Allentown, there’s something for everyone this weekend.
Here are The Morning Call’s best bets for weekend fun.
Raise a glass to 250 years of brewing in America
The National Museum of Industrial History in Bethlehem opens its newest signature exhibit, “Cheers to 250! Brewing in America,” on Saturday. Timed with the United States’ semiquincentennial, the immersive exhibit tells the story of how brewing evolved from colonial kitchens and neighborhood taverns into the global industrial powerhouse it is today.
“Cheers to 250” explores the technological and cultural forces that transformed American brewing through a diverse collection of artifacts, many on public display for the first time, alongside hands‑on experiences and interactive displays. Guest lectures, demonstrations and workshops also will be held.
“We are not just opening an exhibition; we are continuing a long tradition of celebrating American industrial innovation,” Andria Zaia, museum president and CEO, said in a statement. “Just as brewers demonstrated their industrial strength at the 1876 Centennial, we are reflecting on 250 years of progress while looking ahead to the future of American ingenuity.”
After the exhibit, visit one of the five award-winning breweries within walking distance of the museum, located Bethlehem’s Southside Arts District.
If you go: The National Museum of Industrial History is located at 602 E. Second St., Bethlehem. The opening celebration will be held 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and will include tastings, a colonial brewing demonstration and more. Admission is free for museum members. For nonmembers, museum admission is $15 for adults; $12 for veterans, educators and seniors 65 and older; $10 for students and youth ages 7-17; and free for children 6 and under. nmih.org.
Sip sangria and socialize at SteelStacks
Not a beer fan? Then perhaps wine is more your style.
Indulge in unlimited samples of 12 different sangrias during Sangriafest, which returns to SteelStacks in Bethlehem on Saturday.
Flavors available for tasting include returning favorites like red berry, white peach, cranberry lime and pink lemonade. Entertainment will be provided by The Big Wahu Caribbean Band and Philadelphia Punk Authority.
The event is for ages 21 and over; no one under 21 will be admitted, even designated drivers.
VIP tickets include early access, a grazing bar of charcuterie and light bites, and samples of four VIP exclusive sangrias.
If you go: Sangriafest will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday, with VIP access starting at 1 p.m. VIP tickets are $93.50 ($88.50 for ArtsQuest members). General admission tickets are $57.50 ($52.50 for members.) Discounted tickets are available for designated drivers. artsquest.org.
Fiesta on Hamilton to celebrate Hispanic culture
Fiesta on Hamilton, which drew more than 20,000 attendees during its debut last May, returns this weekend to downtown Allentown.
The celebration of Hispanic culture will be held from 1 to 7 p.m. Sunday. This year’s event will stretch from 8th to 12th Street, allowing more space for vendors, performances and community fun.
The event will once again feature live music, authentic Latin cuisine, cultural performances, family-friendly entertainment, and dozens of local vendors and community organizations.
Headlining the fiesta will be the legendary Queen of Merengue from the Dominican Republic, Milly Quezada, alongside bachata sensation Óptimo and salsa star Charlie Cruz. Local artists and music groups will be featured on a second stage. Lehigh Valley Health Partners will host a Family Health Fair.
“After seeing more than 20,000 people come together last year to celebrate Hispanic culture, we knew this event had the potential to grow into something even bigger,” Victor Martinez of event co-sponsor La Mega 101.7 FM said in a statement. “Expanding the footprint from 8th Street to 12th Street and adding a second stage will allow us to showcase even more local talent while continuing to celebrate the music, culture, and traditions that make our community so vibrant.”
If you go: Fiesta on Hamilton is 1 to 7 p.m. Sunday on Hamilton Street, between 8th and 12th streets.
The Moravian Historical Society will present a concert featuring its historic, 1776 Tannenberg organ on Sunday, May 17, 2026, in Nazareth. The organ is seen here in 2004. (Pete Shaheen/The Morning Call)
Experience the sounds of 1776 with historic organ concert
After exploring the history of beermaking in Bethlehem, you can head to Nazareth to explore the country’s musical history.
The Moravian Historical Society invites audiences to a special concert featuring its 1776 Tannenberg Organ, played by organist and organ historian Philip Cooper.
Andy McLeod, curator of collections and exhibitions, will introduce the program with a brief history of organ builder David Tannenberg’s experiences during the Revolutionary War.
The Moravian Historical Society’s organ is one of only nine of Tannenberg’s remaining organs. It was played for George Washington in 1782 when it was in the Single Brethren’s House in Bethlehem.
If you go: The Moravian Historical Society is located at 214 E. Center St., Nazareth. The concert will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday. Reservations are recommended; tickets are $15, $10 for MHS members, and $5 for students. moravianhistory.org. The museum is open daily from 1 to 4 p.m.
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