Schuylkill River Greenways will host the Schuylkill Shuffle Saturday. The event at Pottstown Riverfront Park will feature a 5K, 10-mile run and Family Fun Loop. Proceeds benefit the Schuylkill River Trail Stewardship Fund. The 5K begins at 9 a.m.; the 10-Miler at 9:15; and the Family Fun Loop at 9:30. Afterward there will be a finish-line celebration featuring apple cider doughnuts, hot cider and Sly Fox beer.
Register at schuylkillriver.org/run/.
Philadelphia Orchestra
Austin Chanu conducts the Philadelphia Orchestra Halloween concert. (Photo by Allie Ippolito/courtesy of Philadelphia Orchestra)
The Philadelphia Orchestra presents the return of its “Orchestra After 5” happy hour series at Commonwealth Plaza Thursday. Activities begin at 5, followed by a one-hour concert at 6:30 and a post-concert talk with the artists. The concert features conductor Dalia Stasevska alongside violinist Gil Shaham.
Staseveska and Shaham will be featured in the orchestra’s performances of a program that includes Respighi’s “The Pines of Rome” and Saint-Saens’ Third Violin Concerto Friday at 2 and Saturday at 8.
The orchestra’s Children’s Halloween Spectacular takes place Saturday at 11:30 a.m. in Marian Anderson Hall at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts. Dress in costume and hear some popular seasonal music.
Details and tickets at philorch.ensembleartsphilly.org/.
Reading Symphony
The Reading Symphony Orchestra presents “Berks in Focus: Symphony of a Thousand Images” Saturday at 7:30 p.m. in the Santander Performing Arts Center. It brings together orchestral music, local photography, student creativity and multimedia artistry to create a portrait of the community.
More than 1,000 images submitted by Berks County students and community members will become part of an original visual concerto, with photographs projected across a 440-square-foot screen. Andrew Constantine conducts works by George Gershwin, Aaron Copland, Joseph Curiale and Leonard Bernstein.
Details and tickets at readingsymphony.org/.
Apple festival
The 2025 Hay Creek Apple Festival at Historic Joanna Furnace featured 22 varieties of Weaver’s Orchard apples. (Jesi Yost/For MediaNews Group)
The Hay Creek Apple Festival returns to Historic Joanna Furnace near Morgantown, Berks County, on Saturday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 7 to 3. Apple foods and beverages will be served throughout the day, and the furnace’s 19th century cider press will be operating. Other food items also will be available.
A flea market will open at 7 a.m. each day with more than 100 vendors. Family activities start at 9, and six historic buildings will be open with garbed interpreters. Admission is free, but a donation is requested for parking. For more information, visit www.haycreek.org or call 610-286-0388.
‘Oliver’
SALT Performing Arts in Chester Springs presents the musical “Oliver” Friday through Nov. 1. Tickets and more information at www.saltpa.com/oliver.
Organ concert
Internationally acclaimed British organist Carol Williams performs Sunday at 4 p.m. St. John’s Lutheran Church, 355 St. John’s Circle, Phoenixville. No tickets are required, but a free-will offering, with a suggested $10 donation, will be received.
Film festival
Philadelphia native Kate Flannery of NBC’s “The Office” is appearing in Pottstown Friday. (Associated Press/Chris Szagola)
The fourth annual Pottstown Film Festival runs Friday through Sunday at Rivet: Canteen & Assembly, 238 E. High St. This year’s opening-night special guest is Kate Flannery, best known for portraying Meredith Palmer on NBC’s “The Office.” On Friday she will be present for a special screening of “How Hard Can It Be?” and a conversation and Q&A. Go to https://www.discoverpottstown.org/ to purchase tickets and view festival details.
Twist on ‘Dracula’
The Yocum Institute for Arts Education in West Lawn, Berks County, presents “Dracula: A Feminist Revenge Fantasy, Really” by Kate Hamill through Sunday. Hamill’s places the women at the center of the narrative. Recommended for grades 7-12, the production contains theatrical violence and mature content. For tickets and additional information, visit www.yocuminstitute.org/theater or call 610-376-1576.
GoggleWorks
Coming to Reading’s GoggleWorks Center for the Arts (goggleworks.org): Halloween Reading Roots Night Market today from 5 to 8; Blues with Shubalananda Friday at 7; Pumpkin Palooza Sunday from 11 to 3, featuring art, entertainment, activities and a chance to shop for hand-blown glass pumpkins; Studio Crawl Sunday from noon to 4.
Bee Gees tribute
The Lansdowne Theater (thelansdownetheater.com) presents Stayin’ Alive: One Night of the Bee Gees tonight at 7:30.
Ensemble Arts
Upcoming cultural events in Philadelphia (ensembleartsphilly.org): Author Barbara Kingsolver discusses her novel “Partita” Thursday at 7 in the Miller Theater; Philadelphia Ballet’s “Stars and Stripes Forever” Thursday through Sunday at the Academy of Music; Dan and Phil Saturday at 7:30 at the Miller Theater; Comedian Michael Kosta Saturday at 7:30 in the Perelman Theater; Curtis Symphony Orchestra Sunday at 3 in Marian Anderson Hall at the Kimmel Center; the musical “No Longer Bound” Sunday at 4 in the Perelman Theater.
Bert Kreischer
Bert Kreischer is performing two shows in Philadelphia. (Associated Press/George Walker IV)
Comedian Bert Kreischer performs Friday and Saturday at 7 at the Met Philadelphia (themetphilly.com).
Mansions open
Laurel Hill, Ormiston and Woodford mansions in Philadelphia’s East Fairmount Park open their doors to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary during a Heritage Festival Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (laurelhillmansion.org/)
PCS Theater
Players Club Theater of Swarthmore, 614 Fairview Road, presents Matthew Lopez’s “The Legend of Georgia McBride” Friday through Oct. 18. For more information or tickets, go to:pcstheater.org or call 610-328-4271.
Holiday arts and crafts
The Reading-Berks Guild of Craftsmen’s 76th annual Juried Holiday Fine Art and Craft Festival is set for Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Hamburg Field House, 123-127 S. Fourth St. In addition to shopping, the event features a Student Gallery, music throughout the day and an eat-in cafe. For additional information, visit rbcrafts.org.
Mann Center
The Highmark Mann Performing Arts Center in Philadelphia (highmarkmann.org/) presents: A Taste of Home with chef Michael Solomonov with music by Polyphony Thursday at 7:30; Dan + Shay with Tyler Hubbard and Josh Ross Friday at 7; Foster the People with Goth Babe Sunday at 8.
Dogs in a Pile
Dogs in a Pile wraps up the season for King of Prussia’s Concerts Under the Stars (concertsunderthestarskop.com/) Friday at 8 and Saturday at 2.
Santander venues
Coming to downtown Reading venues (www.santander-arena.com/): Dalvin LaMelodia Friday at 8:30 in the Santander Arena; Latino Urban Fest with Jey One, Jezzy and DJ Adoni Sunday at 7:30 in the Santander Performing Arts Center.
‘UnRavelled’
The theatrical work “UnRavelled” runs Thursday through Sunday at the University of Pennsylvania’s Harold Prince Theatre (pennlivearts.org).
Miller Center
Coming to the Miller Center for the Arts at Reading Area Community College (millercenter.racc.edu/): Dance with Compagnie Herve Koubi Thursday at 7; California Dreams tribute band Friday at 7:30; Carole King and James Taylor Story Saturday at 3 and 7;
Clay on Main
Clay on Main’s Half Moon Cafe, 313 Main St., Oley, Berks County, presents a free show with Mike Holliday on Friday at 7:15 p.m. Larry Ahern and Tim Radway will perform from 8 to 10. A $15 donation is requested for their show. For more information, call 610-987-0273 or email info@clayonmain.org. Please park in the church lot a few doors down rather than on the street.
Art for Arf’s Sake
Humane Pennsylvania’s Art for Arf’s Sake Auction is set for Saturday at the Classic Auto Mall in Morgantown, Berks County. The theme is “100 Years of Route 66.” Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Learn more at humanepa.org/events/art-for-arfs-sake/.
Beer and wine
The 11th annual Antietam Valley Community Partnership Carsonia Craft Beer and Wine Amusement is set for Saturday from noon to 4 p.m. at Reading Liederkranz, 143 Spook Lane, Lower Alsace Township, Berks County. There will be beer from dozens of breweries and a selection of wine, spirits and ciders along with food vendors and music by Sloth Love Chunk. Only those 21 and older are permitted to attend. Tickets and information at https://carsoniabeerfest.org/.
Kennett Brewfest
The Kennett Brewfest (www.kennettbrewfest.com/) takes place Saturday from 1:30 to 5 p.m. at 600 S. Broad St. in Kennett Square with beer and other craft beverages, local food vendors and more.
Keswick
Coming to the Keswick Theatre in Glenside, Montgomery County (keswicktheatre.com): Chelsea Wolfe Friday at 8:30; W.A.S.P. Tuesday at 8.
Sellersville
At the Sellersville Theatre in Bucks County (st94.com): Jake Shimabukuro Thursday at 8; Hollywood Nights tribute to Bob Seger Friday and Saturday at 8; Karla Bonoff Sunday at 8; “Ascension” spiritual and theatrical immersion Tuesday at 7; Chris Martin IV and Craig Thatcher Wednesday at 7:30.
Newtown
The Newtown Theatre in Bucks County (thenewtowntheatre.com) presents: Tom Rush Friday at 8; Double Duran tribute to Duran Duran Saturday at 8; “I Love That Song” with the One-Hit Wonderers Sunday at 3.
Teddy Swims
Teddy Swims is doing a show at Philadelphia’s Xfinity Mobile Arena. (Associated Press/Jordan Strauss)
Teddy Swims with St. Paul & The Broken Bones and MarcLo at the Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia Saturday at 7 (xfinitymobilearena.com).
People’s Light
Brendan Donegan is the headliner for Comedy Night Friday at 8 at the Farmhouse at People’s Light in Malvern, Chester County (peopleslight.org).
Kennett Flash
The Kennett Flash in Kennett Square (kennettflash.org) presents: Jazz Jam Thursday at 7; Dan May Band with Hannah Linowski Saturday at 8.
Ardmore
At the Ardmore Music Hall (ardmoremusichall.com): KRS-One Thursday at 8; Superunknown tribute to Chris Cornell Friday at 8; Splintered Sunlight tribute to the Grateful Dead Saturday at 8; Balthvs Wednesday at 8.
SoulJoel’s
Coming to SoulJoel’s at SunnyBrook Ballroom near Pottstown (souljoels.com): comedy fundraiser for breast cancer warrior Elizabeth Pickersgill Thursday at 7; Halloween inclusive dance Friday at 6; comedian Adam Carolla Friday and Saturday at 6 and 8:30; Pottstown Fall Fest Sunday from noon to 4.
West Chester
Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center in West Chester (uptownwestchester.org/) presents: the drama “In to America” Friday at 7:30; the Brit Pack tribute band Saturday at 7:30.
Funk Fest
The Alisa B. Memorial Funk Fest takes place Friday at 7 p.m. at the Goodwill Beneficial Association in Hyde Park, Berks County, with the Groovemasters, featuring Bennie Sims and Cliff Starkey and Erich Cawalla’s Uptown Band
A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Reading Musical Foundation’s “Alisa B. Vocal Scholarship Fund” in memory of the late vocalist Alisa B. Anderson, who died of stomach cancer in 2015.
Learn more at www.theuptownband.com/schedule.
‘Rock of Ages’
The musical “Rock of Ages” opens Saturday and runs through Nov. 1 at the Bucks County Playhouse in New Hope (bcptheater.org/).
Cheese and wine
The International Cheese and Wine Festival is set for Saturday and Sunday from 11 to 6 at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks, Montgomery County.
Made in Philadelphia
The Made in Philadelphia Fall Market returns to Dilworth Park Friday through Sunday with more than 80 vendors. The market is no charge, family friendly and rain or shine. For more info, visit www.madeinphila.com.
OctoberFeast
OctoberFeast takes place Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Peddler’s Village in Lahaska, Bucks County (peddlersvillage.com/).
Fighter’s Heaven
Fighter’s Heaven, the former Muhammad Ali training camp near Deer Lake, Schuylkill County, is holding a “Special 10th Anniversary Celebration: Fighter’s Heaven in Art and Literature” on Saturday from 11 to 3. Broadcaster Jim Lampley will be a special guest at the event, which introduces artist Mark Dickens’ “Fighter’s Heaven in Art” project and the release of author Todd Mealy’s “Fighter’s Heaven: Inside the Camp Where Muhammad Ali Remade His Legacy.” Learn more at fightersheaven.com.
Duchamp exhibit
A retrospective featuring the work of Marcel Duchamp opens Saturday and runs through Jan. 31 at the Philadelphia Museum of Art (www.philamuseum.org/).
Oktoberfest
Brauhaus Schmitz transforms Philadelphia’s 23rd Street Armory into a real deal Oktoberfest tent. (Courtesy of Brauhaus Schmitz )
The 23rd Street Armory Oktoberfest will be held Friday and Saturday at the armory, 22 S. 23rd St., Philadelphia. Traditional Oktoberfest food and beer will be available, and there will be musical performances. Visit brauhausschmitz.com/ for tickets and more information.
Day of Music
The annual Day of Music is set for Sunday from 1 to 3 p.m. at Historic Ephrata Cloister in Lancaster County (ephratacloister.org). It features original compositions by members of the historic Ephrata community as well as selections from other early American musical traditions, European classical works, and global musical traditions. Tickets are available for purchase at the door.
Harvest Fest
Downtown Bethlehem holds its Harvest Fest Saturday from noon to 5 p.m. It includes music, local vendors, shopping and seasonal experiences throughout the city’s Historic District. The Sip & Savor Trail and Seasonal Snacks Trail feature stops at participating restaurants and merchants. To purchase tasting passports or learn more, go to www.visithistoricbethlehem.com/events/.
Whiskey Myers
Whiskey Myers takes the stage Saturday at 7 at the Wind Creek Event Center in Bethlehem (www.windcreekeventcenter.com/)
Lancaster shows
American Music Theater in Lancaster (amtshows.com): Vitamin String Quartet and Girl Named Tom Friday at 7:30; the Statler Experience tribute to the Statler Brothers Sunday at 3.
Derrick Stroup
Comedian Derrick Stroup performs Saturday at 7 in the Hershey Theatre
Submit event announcements at least two weeks in advance to news@readingeagle.com.