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After a summer of nonstop action \u2014 the World Cup<\/a>, Major League Baseball\u2019s All-Star Game, the festivities surrounding the nation\u2019s 250th birthday \u2014 things have finally calmed a bit in Philadelphia.<\/p>\n But that doesn\u2019t mean there\u2019s not plenty still to come this fall. <\/p>\n The area will once again host a variety of festivals and markets in the coming weeks and months, celebrating everything from food to the arts and everything in between. <\/p>\n Here\u2019s a guide to what\u2019s in store.<\/p>\n Philly Halal Food Festival<\/a><\/p>\n Now entering its fourth year, the festival celebrates Muslim-owned establishments in and around Philly. Last year\u2019s version featured more than 100 vendors and 6,000 attendees. <\/p>\n \ud83d\udcc5 Sept. 19,\ud83d\udccdKing of Prussia<\/a> Mall, 160 N. Gulph Road, King of Prussia, Pa. 19406, \ud83c\udf10 phillyhalalfoodfest.com<\/a><\/p>\n The event combined two former festivals, the Partnership for the Delaware Estuary\u2019s Coast Day and Alliance for Watershed Education\u2019s River Days Festival. Expect lots of family-friendly activities, from ferry rides and pedal boats to crafts and water-related education. Events take place at both Penn\u2019s Landing on the Pennsylvania side of the river, and Wiggins Park on the New Jersey side. <\/p>\n \ud83d\udcc5 Sept. 26, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., \ud83d\udcb5 ,\ud83d\udccd101 N. Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia, Pa. 19106 and 2 Riverside Dr., Camden, N.J. 08103, \ud83c\udf10 delawareriverfest.org<\/a>. <\/p>\n Held at Allens Lane Park, this fourth-annual festival features live performances, food, an art market featuring the work of local vendors \u2014 but also the opportunity to make some art yourself, with stations for painting, printmaking, and ceramics. <\/p>\n \ud83d\udcc5 Oct. 3, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., \ud83d\udcb5 Free,\ud83d\udccd601 W. Allens Lane, Philadelphia, Pa. 19119, \ud83c\udf10 allenslane.org<\/a>. <\/p>\n First Fridays at Cherry Street Pier<\/a><\/p>\n First Fridays return to the Cherry Street Pier, complete with artist studio tours, markets, and exhibit openings along the Delaware River. Upcoming dates are Aug. 7, Sept. 4, Oct. 2, Nov. 6, and Dec. 4. Events begin at 4 p.m. <\/p>\n \ud83d\udcc5 Various dates, \ud83d\udcb5 Free,\ud83d\udccd121 N. Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, Pa. 19106, \ud83c\udf10 cherrystreetpier.com<\/a><\/p>\n St. Nicholas of Tolentine Italian Festival<\/a><\/p>\n Since 1987, St. Nicholas of Tolentine Parish has held this annual event dedicated to Italian culture. The day kicks off with a 10:30 a.m. Mass and subsequent neighborhood religious procession, and there\u2019s plenty of live music, Italian food, and family-friendly activities. <\/p>\n \ud83d\udcc5 Oct. 4, noon to 8 p.m., \ud83d\udcb5 ,\ud83d\udccd1700 S. 9th St. Philadelphia, Pa. 19148, \ud83c\udf10 stnicksitalianfestival.com<\/a><\/p>\n This three-day event in and around Philly\u2019s Gayborhood celebrates National Coming Out Day. Things kick off Oct. 9, with a variety of pre-parties and kickoff events. The following day, Oct. 10, is a night of dancing at Voyeur Nightclub, and the festival concludes with a parade on Oct. 11. <\/p>\n \ud83d\udcc5 Oct. 9-11, times vary, \ud83d\udcb5 Prices vary by event,\ud83d\udccdVarious locations, \ud83c\udf10 phillygaycalendar.com<\/a><\/p>\n Made in Philadelphia Fall Market<\/a><\/p>\n The fall market this year celebrates its 10th year at Dilworth Park near Philly\u2019s City Hall. Held over three days in October, this pet-friendly event brings a slew of artists and makers together, from jewelry and photography to glassware and woodwork. <\/p>\n \ud83d\udcc5 Oct. 9-10 (noon to 8 p.m.) and Oct. 11 (noon to 6 p.m.), \ud83d\udcb5 Free,\ud83d\udccd1 S. 15th Street, Philadelphia, Pa. 19102, \ud83c\udf10 madeinphila.com<\/a><\/p>\n Scrapple & Apple Festival<\/a><\/p>\n A day of celebration in honor of one of Pennsylvania\u2019s most iconic foods: the Dutch breakfast meat, scrapple. Reading Terminal Market turns into a scrapple haven, as vendors offer a variety of scrapple-themed items. There\u2019s live entertainment, cooking demonstrations \u2014 even a scrapple-sculpting competition (held Oct. 15, the Thursday before the festival). <\/p>\n \ud83d\udcc5 Oct. 17, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., \ud83d\udcb5 Free entry, pay as you go,\ud83d\udccd1136 Arch St., Philadelphia, Pa. 19107, \ud83c\udf10 readingterminalmarket.org<\/a><\/p>\n Community Arts Center Fall Fest<\/a><\/p>\n This free event gives visitors a peek behind the scenes of the Community Arts Center in Wallingford<\/a>. There\u2019s 30 vendors, plus demos and tours, art activities for children, and a pumpkin-painting contest \u2014 plus live music. For a full schedule of the day\u2019s events, check out the Community Arts Center website<\/a>. <\/p>\n \ud83d\udcc5 Oct. 25, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., \ud83d\udcb5 Free admission,\ud83d\udccd414 Plush Mill Road, Wallingford, Pa. 19086, \ud83c\udf10 communityartscenter.org<\/a><\/p>\n Now in its fifth year, this annual ride takes cyclists past some of the city\u2019s top landmarks. The 20-mile course is closed to traffic, making it a great event for riders of all ages and experience levels. Afterward, celebrate with food trucks and a beer garden. Registration is required; early-bird prices (through July 12) range from $43 to $200. <\/p>\n \ud83d\udcc5 Oct. 17, 7:30 a.m., \ud83d\udcb5 Prices vary,\ud83d\udccdBenjamin Franklin Pkwy., Philadelphia, Pa. 19130, \ud83c\udf10 phillybikeride.com<\/a><\/p>\n There\u2019s live music all day, pumpkin decorating for kids, and a variety of items from local shops, crafters, and artisans. Local vendors will be on hand, with a beer garden from Wissahickon<\/a> Brewing. <\/p>\n \ud83d\udcc5 Oct. 17, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., \ud83d\udcb5 Free admission,\ud83d\udccdRidge and Midvale Avenues, Philadelphia, Pa. 19129, \ud83c\udf10 discovereastfalls.org<\/a><\/p>\n Last year\u2019s inaugural event went so well that organizers are running it back. Main Street will be taken over by local artists and vendors, food trucks, live music, and \u2014 ahem \u2014 a mac and cheese crawl. <\/p>\n \ud83d\udcc5 Oct. 17, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., \ud83d\udcb5 Free admission,\ud83d\udccdMain Street, Manayunk, Philadelphia, Pa., 19127 \ud83c\udf10 manayunk.com<\/a><\/p>\n The 23rd Street Armory hosts this annual celebration of all things coffee. More than 20 roasters have already been lined up (with more expected soon) for this two-day event that also includes food and live music. <\/p>\n \ud83d\udcc5 Oct. 17-18, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., \ud83d\udcb5 Tickets are $25-$73,\ud83d\udccd22 S. 23rd St., Philadelphia, Pa. 19103, \ud83c\udf10 phillycoffeefestival.com<\/a><\/p>\n Cherry Hill Harvest Festival<\/a><\/p>\n More than 100 artists, crafters, and vendors are expected at this year\u2019s annual family-friendly festival held at Croft Farm. Mechanical Brewery will have a beer garden, plus there\u2019s free pumpkins, a petting zoo, and live entertainment. <\/p>\n \ud83d\udcc5 Oct. 18, noon- 4 p.m., \ud83d\udcb5 Free entry, pay as you go,\ud83d\udccd100 Bortons Mill Rd., Cherry Hill<\/a>, N.J. 08034, \ud83c\udf10 chnj.gov<\/a><\/p>\n The Braid Mill in Germantown<\/a> hosts this fourth annual fall festival, with food trucks, wine and cocktails, local bands and DJs, and a craft marketplace. Early-bird tickets are available at a steep discount if purchased before Oct. 1. <\/p>\n \ud83d\udcc5 Oct. 25, noon-5 p.m., \ud83d\udcb5 $20 for entry ($12.51 before Oct. 1), pay as you go,\ud83d\udccd346 E. Walnut Lane, Philadelphia, PA 19144, \ud83c\udf10 phillyflannelfest.com<\/a><\/p>\n The city\u2019s premier food festival returns to the Fillmore this fall, featuring a lengthy lineup of top area restaurants. Sao<\/a>, Pine Street Grill<\/a>, and The Bread Room<\/a> are among the participants already confirmed for this year\u2019s event. There\u2019s also an empanada-making workshop from chef Jezabel Careaga, with music from DJ Na$h, plus the chance to try off-menu dishes. <\/p>\n