{"id":292273,"date":"2026-09-23T13:36:10","date_gmt":"2026-09-23T13:36:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/292273\/"},"modified":"2026-09-23T13:36:10","modified_gmt":"2026-09-23T13:36:10","slug":"events-roundup-music-art-and-more-in-the-air-as-fall-takes-hold","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/292273\/","title":{"rendered":"Events roundup: Music, art and more in the air as fall takes hold"},"content":{"rendered":"

The 40th annual Ridley Park Victorian Fair and Market will take place on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at East Lake Park in Delaware County. For more information, visit www.facebook.com\/share\/1BtDSEYQ89<\/a> or contact rprecboard@gmail.com.<\/p>\n

Pride art show<\/p>\n

Reading Pride Celebration, in partnership with WCR Center for the Arts, presents its fourth annual Art Show Friday through Nov. 15 at WCR, 140 N. Fifth St., Reading. The exhibition celebrates LGBTQ+ artists and allies. The free Gallery Reception & Performance Showcase will take place Oct. 10 from 5 to 8 p.m. at WCR.<\/p>\n

Learn more at readingpride.org\/events\/2026-reading-pride-annual-art-show<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Heemet Fescht<\/p>\n

Heemet Fescht takes place Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Kutztown University\u2019s Pennsylvania German Cultural Heritage Center, 22 Luckenbill Road. It includes music in the barnyard, traditional crafts, presentations, folklife demonstrations, hearth cooking, farm animals, children\u2019s activities and more.<\/p>\n

For more information, follow the Heritage Center<\/a> on Facebook and Instagram, visit the Heritage Center website<\/a> or call 610-683-1589.<\/p>\n

Stroll and Roll<\/p>\n

Reading District Libraries and Berks Nature present Nature Stroll & Roll on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Berks Nature, 575 St. Bernardine Street, Reading. The all-ages program is designed with accessibility and mobility in mind. Whether participants are walking, rolling with a wheelchair, using a cane or walker or simply prefer a slower-paced outing, the program offers a relaxed way to experience the outdoors.<\/p>\n

For more information or to register, visit readingpubliclibrary.org\/district-register\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\u2018Addams Family\u2019<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Addams Family: The Musical\u201d runs through Nov. 1 at the Walnut Street Theatre in Philadelphia. For tickets and more information, go to WalnutStreetTheatre.org<\/a>, Ticketmaster.com<\/a> or call 215-574-3550.<\/p>\n

Antiques event<\/p>\n

Vintage Antiques and Collectors Extravaganza Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Renninger\u2019s Farmers Market, Kutztown, Berks County. Learn more at renningers.net<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Music and art<\/p>\n

Tall Trees Music and Art Fest Saturday, noon to 8 p.m., 110 Tyson Mill Road, Collegeville. Free admission. talltreesfestival.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Haverford festival<\/p>\n

Haverford Township Music Festival, Saturday, noon to 9 p.m., Eagle and Darby roads, Havertown, Delaware County. Jazz, rock, pop, folk, country and blues. Free admission. haverfordmusicfestival.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Apple Fest<\/p>\n

Apple Fest Saturday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Linvilla Orchards, Media, Delaware County. Costumed characters, games, contests and music. Rain date Sunday.\u00a0 linvilla.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

AC\/DC<\/p>\n

AC\/DC performs Tuesday at 7 at Lincoln Financial Field (lincolnfinancialfield.com<\/a>).<\/p>\n

\u2018The Moors\u2019<\/p>\n

Villanova Theatre presents the gothic comedy \u201cThe Moors\u201d Thursday through Oct. 4 at the Mullen Center for the Performing Arts at Villanova University. For tickets, times and more information: villanovatheatre.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Lennon tribute<\/p>\n

The Kelly Center for Music, Arts and Community, 4 E. Eagle Road, Havertown, Delaware County, will present \u201cImagine Lennon Live: The Music of John Lennon and The Beatles,\u201d 7:30 p.m. Saturday. Doors will open at 7 p.m. Advance ticket sales close the day of the concert, and if tickets remain, they will be sold at the door. Go to kellycenter.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Gardeners\u2019 festival<\/p>\n

The Penn State Extension Master Gardeners of Delaware County Fall Fest will be held Saturday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Penn State Extension Delaware County in Smedley Park, 20 Paper Mill Road, Springfield. To learn more, call 877-345-0691 or go to extension.psu.edu\/master-gardener-fall-fest<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Cultural Diversity Festival<\/p>\n

The seventh annual Berks Cultural Diversity Festival is set for Saturday from noon to 6 p.m. at the Reading City Park bandshell, presented by Bring the Change. The program theme is \u201c250 Years of Unity: From Many Roots One Community. The event includes dance, music and poetry reading, food trucks representing cuisines from around the globe and interactive cultural tables.<\/p>\n

Learn more at www.bringthechange.net<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\u201cTRICH\u201d
\n\"BeccaBecca Schneider during a rehearsal for \u201cTrich.\u201d (Courtesy of the WCR Center for the Arts)<\/p>\n

\u201cTRICH,\u201d a performance written and performed by Becca Schneider, will be held Friday through Sunday at the WCR Center for the Arts in Reading. \u201cTRICH\u201d uses power and humor to explore the experience of living with trichotillomania, a body-focused repetitive behavior involving the compulsive urge to pull out one\u2019s hair. Performances Friday at 7 and Saturday and Sunday at 2. Learn more at trichplay.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

At the Mann
\n\"WillieWillie Nelson is co-headlining a Philadelphia show with Neil Young. (Photo by Rob Grabowski\/Invision\/AP, File)<\/p>\n

The Highmark Mann Center in Philadelphia (highmarkmann.org\/<\/a>) presents: Willie Nelson and Family and Neil Young and the Chrome Hearts Thursday at 7; Muna with Hemlocke Springs Friday at 7:30; Jazz Under The Stars: Kirk Whalum featuring Kevin Whalum and the Gerald Veasley Band Wednesday at 8.<\/p>\n

\u201cMamma Mia!\u201d
\n\"EnsembleEnsemble Arts Philly and The Shubert Organization will present the 25th Anniversary Tour of Mamma Mia!, the global smash hit and ultimate feel-good musical based on the songs of ABBA, at the Academy of Music from Tuesday, Sept. 29 to Sunday, Oct. 4. (COURTESY OF JOAN MARCUS\/ ENSEMBLE ARTS PHILLY)<\/p>\n

The 25th anniversary tour of the ABBA jukebox musical \u201cMamma Mia!\u201d runs in Philadelphia\u2019s Academy of Music from Tuesday to Oct. 4. Learn more at www.ensembleartsphilly.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The Met Philly<\/p>\n

The Met Philadelphia (themetphilly.com<\/a>) presents: Chelsea Handler Saturday at 8; Kany Garcia Sunday at 7; \u201cOutlander\u201d in concert Tuesday at 7:30.<\/p>\n

\u201cSally Wister\u201d<\/p>\n

The Yocum Institute for Arts Education in West Lawn, Berks County, presents a staged reading of \u201cSally Wister\u201d by D.W. Gregory Thursday at 7. Set in Philadelphia in 1777 and inspired by true events, \u201cSally Wister\u201d explores faith, courage, unexpected friendship, and the complexities of love during the American Revolution. Learn more at www.yocuminstitute.org\/theater<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\u00a0History comes to life<\/p>\n

The Gruber Wagon Works comes to life Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with Belt Running Day at the Berks County Heritage Center. Demonstrations of the Otto \u201cHit and Miss\u201d Engine will take place at 11:30, 1 and 2:30. Admission is free.<\/p>\n

Parx<\/p>\n

Parx Casino in Bensalem, Bucks County (www.parxcasino.com\/bensalem\/xcite-center<\/a>) presents: Bobby Lee Thursday at 8; I Love the \u201990s with Vanilla Ice, Milli Vanilli (feat. Fab Morvan), C+C Music Factory & Young MC Saturday at 7:30.<\/p>\n

Camden shows<\/p>\n

Coming to Freedom Mortgage Pavilion in Camden, N.J. (freedommortgagepavilion.com<\/a>): Mount Joy Friday at 8; Gorillaz Sunday at 7.<\/p>\n

Dock Day<\/p>\n

Dock Day will be held Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 1 Stadium Drive, Chester, Delaware County. The Coast Guard and the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission will assist with water safety, provide fishing instruction, and help residents obtain fishing and boating licenses. There will be music, games, prizes, food and vendors. For questions or more information, call 610-876-6420.<\/p>\n

Oktoberfests<\/p>\n

\u2022 Yards Brewing Company in the Northern Liberties section of Philadelphia, Saturday from noon to 4. yardsbrewing.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Oktoberfest on Philadelphia\u2019s South Street. The entirety of South Street from Seventh to the Delaware River will be closed for an all-day celebration. brauhausschmitz.com\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Wine festival<\/p>\n

The Italian Cultural Center of the Delaware Valley, 97 Wanamaker Ave., Essington, Delaware County, presents its Wine Festival Saturday from 11 to 4. For more information, email ICCDelVal@gmail.com or go to: ICCDelVal.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Music in Oley<\/p>\n

Half Moon Cafe at Clay On Main, 313 Main St., Oley, Berks County, presents violinists the Salvaterra Sisters Friday at 7:15 p.m. in the Front Room.\u00a0 Admission is free. Also Friday, the cafe presents Golden Twine on the Main Stage at 8 p.m. A $15 donation is requested. Please park in the church lot a few doors down from the venue rather than on the street.<\/p>\n

Great Aunt<\/p>\n

Lansdowne Folk Club (folkclub.org<\/a>) presents country folk duo Great Aunt Thursday at 7:30 at the Twentieth Century Club, 84 S. Lansdowne Ave., Lansdowne, Delaware County. Doors will open at 7 p.m.<\/p>\n

Fireworks and Fountains<\/p>\n

Longwood Gardens\u2019 final Fireworks & Fountains show for the season takes place Saturday at 8:15 p.m. with the theme \u201cElectric 80s.\u201d longwoodgardens.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Phoenixville festival<\/p>\n

The Alianzas Annual Cultural Diversity Festival takes place Saturday from 1 to 5 at Reeves Park in Phoenixville, Chester County. Entertainment, food trucks, family activities and more.<\/p>\n

Lansdowne<\/p>\n

The Lansdowne Theater in Delaware County (thelansdownetheater.com\/<\/a>) presents: Randy Travis Thursday at 7:30; \u201cPrayer Changes Things\u201d gospel dinner theater Sunday at 6.<\/p>\n

Music festival<\/p>\n

The GoggleWorks Center for the Arts in Reading (goggleworks.org<\/a>) presents the Milk Crate Music Festival Sunday from 1 to 8:30 p.m.<\/p>\n

Weezer
\n\"RockRock band Weezer is performing at the Xfinity Mobile Arena. (AP Photo\/Claudia Rosel)<\/p>\n

Weezer performs Tuesday at 7 at the Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia (xfinitymobilearena.com<\/a>).<\/p>\n

Bernstein and Brahms<\/p>\n

The Philadelphia Orchestra (philorch.ensembleartsphilly.org\/<\/a>) led by Yannick Nezet Seguin performs music by Bernstein and Brahms Friday through Sunday in Marian Anderson Hall at the Kimmel Center.<\/p>\n

Santander venues
\n\"FormerFormer Zombies vocalist Colin Blunstone is coming to Reading. (Andrew Eccles)<\/p>\n

Coming to downtown Reading venues (www.santander-arena.com\/<\/a>): Don Omar Friday at 8 in the Santander Arena; Taste of Chaos featuring Hollywood Undead and In This Moment Saturday at 5 in the arena; the Fixx, Colin Blunstone and Peter Asher Sunday at 7:30 in the Santander Performing Arts Center.<\/p>\n

Kennett Flash<\/p>\n

Community Chapstick, Better Off Dead and Tight Spiral perform Friday at 7 at the Kennett Flash in Kennett Square (kennettflash.org\/<\/a>)<\/p>\n

SoulJoel\u2019s<\/p>\n

Coming to SoulJoel\u2019s and the SunnyBrook Ballroom near Pottstown (souljoels.com<\/a>): Jeff Dye Thursday at 7 and 9; Bob Pantano Dance Party Friday at 7; Colin Armstrong Friday at 7; Christian McCartney Friday at 8; Sean Donnelly, Sarah Tollemache and Derek Humprey Saturday at 7.<\/p>\n

Ardmore<\/p>\n

The Ardmore Music Hall (ardmoremusichall.com<\/a>) presents: Milk Carton Kids Thursday at 8; a celebration of Pierre Robert with David Uosikkinen\u2019s In The Pocket Friday at 8; Katie Pruitt Sunday at 7; Fastball Tuesday at 7; Tim William Band Wednesday at 7:30.<\/p>\n

West Chester<\/p>\n

Coming to Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center in West Chester (uptownwestchester.org\/<\/a>): pop-up beer garden with JD Malone Friday at 5; Stephanie Williams Wednesday at 7:30.<\/p>\n

Miller Theater<\/p>\n

Philadelphia\u2019s Miller Theater (www.ensembleartsphilly.org\/<\/a>) presents comedian Anthony Jeselnik Friday at 7:30 and Saturday at 7; Brian Henson\u2019s \u201cPuppet Up\u201d Tuesday at 7.<\/p>\n

Penn arts<\/p>\n

Alonzo King LINES Ballet performs Friday and Saturday at the University of Pennsylvania\u2019s Zellerbach Theatre (pennlivearts.org<\/a>); Tony Award winner John Cameron Mitchell of \u201cHedwig and the Angry Inch\u201d fame performs Sunday at 7 in the Zellerbach.<\/p>\n

Keswick<\/p>\n

Coming to the Keswick Theatre (www.keswicktheatre.com\/<\/a>) in Glenside, Montgomery County: Kamelot Thursday at 7; \u201cLabyrinth\u201d in concert Friday at 8; Tusk tribute to Fleetwood Mac Saturday at 8; UB40 Sunday at 7; Michael Franti Trio Tuesday at 8.<\/p>\n

Colonial<\/p>\n

The Colonial Theatre in Phoenixville (thecolonialtheatre.com<\/a>) presents: The play \u201cJust Another Day\u201d with Dan Lauria and Patty McCormack Friday at 7 and Saturday and Sunday at 1; Friends of the Brothers tribute to the Allman Brothers Band Friday at 8.<\/p>\n

Newtown<\/p>\n

Coming to the Newtown Theatre in Bucks County (thenewtowntheatre.com<\/a>): The Magic of Heart featuring Lindsey Jordan Friday at 8; The Discoteks tribute to 1970s dance music Saturday at 8; Teen Idols of the \u201950s, \u201960s and \u201970s Sunday at 3.<\/p>\n

Sellersville<\/p>\n

Bucks County\u2019s Sellersville Theatre (st94.com<\/a>) presents: Los Lonely Boys Thursday at 8; Bad Kid tribute to Bad Company and Kid Rock Friday at 8; Jeff Allen Saturday at 3 and 7:30; Cimarron 615 with Craig Bickhardt Sunday at 7:30; Michelle Shocked Monday at 8; Greg Piccolo & Heavy Juice (formerly of Roomful Of Blues) Wednesday at 8.<\/p>\n

AC\/DC Tribute<\/p>\n

Dirty Deeds tribute to AC\/DC comes to the Pat Garrett Amphitheater (www.patgarrettamphitheater.com\/<\/a>) in Strausstown, Berks County, Saturday at 8<\/p>\n

Expo Center<\/p>\n

The Greater Philadelphia Expo Center (phillyexpocenter.com\/<\/a>) in Oaks, Montgomery County, presents the International Gem and Jewelry Show and the Philly Show Sports Card and Memorabilia Show Friday through Sunday.<\/p>\n

Fungi Fest<\/p>\n

Swarthmore Fungi Fest (www.swarthmore.edu\/cooper-series\/fungi-fest\/<\/a>) opens Monday and runs through Oct. 2 at Swarthmore College. Learn about fungi through a variety of free programs.<\/p>\n

History Hike<\/p>\n

The Daniel Boone Homestead History Hike is set for Saturday at 9 a.m. at the historic site in Exeter Township, Berks County. The hike will take about an hour and will primarily be on gravel, stone walking paths. It starts at the DeTurk Education Center, winds behind the Wayside Lodge and around the Historic Area loop.<\/p>\n

New Hope festival<\/p>\n

The New Hope Arts and Crafts Festival (www.visitnewhope.com\/new-hope-arts-crafts\/<\/a>) takes place Saturday from 10 to 5 and Sunday from 10 to 4 at New Hope\u2013Solebury High School, 180 W. Bridge St. More than 160 artists and craftspeople will exhibit works. The weekend will also feature food trucks, music, kids\u2019 activities and hands-on demonstrations.<\/p>\n

\u2018Space Jam\u2019<\/p>\n

A screening of the original \u201cSpace Jam\u201d is set for Saturday at 8 at Happy Hollow Playground in Wyomissing, Berks County.<\/p>\n

Crayola Halloween<\/p>\n

Screamin\u2019 Green Hauntoween runs through Nov. 1 at the Crayola Experience in Easton. Activities include a themed scavenger hunt, Halloween crafts, photo-ops and more. Trick-or-treat stations each weekend. Learn more at www.crayolaexperience.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Lancaster shows
\n\"MartinaMartina McBride has two shows coming up in the region. (AP Photo\/Mark Humphrey, File)<\/p>\n

American Music Theatre in Lancaster (amtshows.com\/<\/a>) presents: Martina McBride Thursday at 7:30 (also at Easton\u2019s State Theatre<\/a> Saturday at 7:30); Kenny G Friday at 7:30; Brian Regan Saturday at 8 (also in Easton Friday at 7:30).<\/p>\n

Philly AIDS Thrift<\/p>\n

Philly AIDS Thrift (phillyaidsthrift.com<\/a>) brings back its block party and fall festival Saturday from noon to 6 with a full day of no-charge, family- and dog-friendly fun in the 700 blocks of South Fifth Street and East Passyunk Avenue.<\/p>\n

Fantasy Faire<\/p>\n

Queen & Rook\u2019s Fantasy Faire Block Party<\/a> returns Saturday from noon to 8 p.m. with a day of Renaissance Faire and fantasy-themed fun in the 100 block of South Street in Philadelphia This festival is free to attend.<\/p>\n

Hershey<\/p>\n

Coming to the Hershey Theatre (www.hersheyentertainment.com\/hershey-theatre\/<\/a>): Justin Willman Friday at 7; Lenny Pearce Sunday at 12:30;<\/p>\n

Wind Creek<\/p>\n

The Wind Creek Event Center (www.windcreekeventcenter.com\/<\/a>) in Bethlehem presents: Tom Jones Thursday at 8 (also Friday night at the Borgata<\/a> in Atlantic City); Black Veil Brides Saturday at 6:30.<\/p>\n

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