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Festivals and Events
February
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
| River Film Festival |
Feb 12 |
Saucon Valley High School
Hellertown , PA 18055
610-377-5559
The Lehigh Valley Canoe Club presents its third annual River Film Festival on Saturday, Feb. 12, at Saucon Valley High School, Hellertown. Doors open at 2 p.m. and activities continue until 8 p.m. Join the paddling community to learn of our experiences and see the demonstrations and exciting films. Refreshments will also be available. The festival features paddling films, vendors, displays by area paddling clubs, boating safety clinics and pool events of the different types of paddling. |
| Prague Symphony Orchestra |
Feb 18 |
Zoellner Arts Center
420 East Packer Avenue
Bethlehem , PA 18015
610-758-2787
Continuing its worldwide tour, the brilliant orchestra, under the baton of the internationally renowned conductor Rastislav Stur, performs Smetana's The Moldau; Dvorak's Concerto for Piano and Orchestra in G Minor, Op. 33 with Martin Kasik, pianist; and Dvorak's Symphony No. 9 in E Minor, Op. 95 ("New World"). 8 pm. |
| Bethlehem Shad Festival |
(1st Sunday in May) |
Main Street
Bethlehem , PA 18015
610-882-9029
The Shad Festival celebrates the days when shad was a staple in the diet of Bethlehem's Moravian settlers. Each May, visitors enjoy fresh fish and live entertainment at the biggest fish bake in Pennsylvania. |
| River Fusion |
(May 14-15)
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Various locations
Bethlehem, PA 18016
610-653-0908
River Fusion features live performances by over 500 musicians and dancers. The festival also features exhibits by visual artists. |
| The Bach Choir |
(May 6-7 & 12-14, 2005) |
610-866-4382
888-743-3100
The 98th Annual Bach Festivalat Lehigh University will draw thousands of visitors from the Lehigh Valley and across the United States to enjoy two weekends of exquisite music, dinners and luncheons, discussions and lectures. |
| Algonquin Indiefest |
(May 19-22)
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P.O. Box 504
Warrington , PA 18976
267-981-1139
The Algonquin Indiefest promotes low-budget, independent film in the "genius belt" between Philadelphia and New York. Movies are screened in New Hope and Bensalem venues. This film festival also offers workshops to help independent filmmakers. |
| Mayfair Festival of the Arts |
(May 26-30) |
Fulton and 16th Streets
Cedar Beach Park
Allentown , PA 18101
610-437-6900
The Mayfair Festival of the Arts is a multidisciplinary event with something for everybody. Events include artist displays, craft exhibitions, music, dance, poetry readings, and other live performances. Come experience the arts in a beautiful outdoor setting. |
| Concerts on the Green |
all summer |
214 East Center Street
Whitefield House
Nazareth , PA 18064
610-759-5070
The Concerts on the Green in Nazareth features live music during summer evenings. Music acts vary so call for a schedule. |
| Rose Garden Children's Festival |
early June
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8th Avenue and Union Boulevard
Rose Garden Park
Bethlehem , PA 18018
610-758-4667
A celebration of the creativity inherent in each child focusing on hands-on arts and science programs and activities for children and families. |
| Muhlenberg Summer Music Theatre |
June 15-Aug 15 |
Baker Center for the Arts
Muhlenberg College
2400 Chew Street
Allentown , PA 18104
484-664-3693
The Muhlenberg Summer Music Theatre offers a taste of Broadway in the Lehigh Valley. |
| Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival |
June- Aug 7 |
2755 Station Avenue
Center Valley , PA 18034
610-282-1100
The Official Shakespeare Festival of Pennsylvania will present its 11th season of professional theater, featuring William Shakespeare and other world famous playwrights in 2002. Group rates available. |
| Concours d'Elegance of the Eastern United States |
June 17-19 |
Mountain Drive South
Lehigh University's Goodman Campus
Bethlehem, PA 18018
800-999-6810
Concours d'Elegance is a vintage car exhibition featuring over 200 of the rarest and exceptional automobiles ever made. If you love cars, this exhibition is the place for you! |
| Concerts on the Green |
all summer |
214 East Center Street
Whitefield House
Nazareth , PA 18064
610-759-5070
The Concerts on the Green in Nazareth features live music during summer evenings. Music acts vary so call for a schedule. |
| Muhlenberg Summer Music Theatre |
June 15-Aug 15 |
Baker Center for the Arts
Muhlenberg College
2400 Chew Street
Allentown , PA 18104
484-664-3693
The Muhlenberg Summer Music Theatre offers a taste of Broadway in the Lehigh Valley. |
| Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival |
June- Aug 7 |
2755 Station Avenue
Center Valley , PA 18034
610-282-1100
The Official Shakespeare Festival of Pennsylvania will present its 11th season of professional theater, featuring William Shakespeare and other world famous playwrights in 2002. Group rates available. |
| Pennsylvania German Festival |
July 2 - July 10
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Kutztown Pa-German Festival
P.O. Box 306
Kutztown , Pa 19530
888-674-6136
9am - 6pm
A nine-day celebration of Pennsylvania Dutch life and lore, held in Kutztown. An annual festival, held around the time period of the 4th of July, it features foods, pageantry, crafts, quilting, folklore seminars, and children's activities. |
| Easton Area Heritage Day |
Mid July
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Downtown Easton
Easton , PA 18042
610-250-0745
The Easton Area Heritage Day officially celebrates the reading of the Declaration of Independence in Centre Square. The day-long festival features live music, food, colonial encampment, antique car show, and much more. Come and celebrate our local heritage! |
| Annual Blueberry Festival |
June 17-19 |
459 Old York Road
Bethlehem , PA 18018
610-882-0450
Great food, old-fashioned entertainment, colonial demonstrations, crafts, tours, children's activities, and baby farm animals. Educational and entertaining for all ages. Held from 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. at the Burnside Plantation, a 1748 farm. |
| Lehigh Valley Blues Fest
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Mid July |
P.O. Box G
Coplay, PA 18037
(610) 261-2888
Held annually in Whitehall during July, the Lehigh Valley Blues Fest brings some of the "hottest" national blues artists to the Lehigh Valley |
| SportsFest
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July 8,9,10
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Alientown , PA
(610) 439-8978
An action-packed celebration of sports, held in the second week of July, featuring more than 25 competitive events from boxing to basketball, swimming to skateboarding held in parks and sports facilities throughout Allentown. Attracting local, national, and international athletes, admission to the SportsFest is free for the public. |
| Plainfield Farmers Fair |
July 19 - 23 |
Stockertown, Northampton
(610)863-6816
Southeastern Pennsylvania fair. Food, folks, and fun |
| Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival |
June- Aug 7 |
2755 Station Avenue
Center Valley , PA 18034
610-282-1100
The Official Shakespeare Festival of Pennsylvania will present its 11th season of professional theater, featuring William Shakespeare and other world famous playwrights in 2002. Group rates available. |
| Concerts on the Green |
all summer |
214 East Center Street
Whitefield House
Nazareth , PA 18064
610-759-5070
The Concerts on the Green in Nazareth features live music during summer evenings. Music acts vary so call for a schedule. |
| Muhlenberg Summer Music Theatre |
June 15-Aug 15 |
Baker Center for the Arts
Muhlenberg College
2400 Chew Street
Allentown , PA 18104
484-664-3693
The Muhlenberg Summer Music Theatre offers a taste of Broadway in the Lehigh Valley. |
| Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival |
June- Aug 7 |
2755 Station Avenue
Center Valley , PA 18034
610-282-1100
The Official Shakespeare Festival of Pennsylvania will present its 11th season of professional theater, featuring William Shakespeare and other world famous playwrights in 2002. Group rates available. |
| Goshenhoppen Folk Festival |
Aug 12-13
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New Goschenhoppen Park, 3rd Street
East Greenville , PA 18041
610-367-8286
The Goshenhoppen Folk Festival preserves the Pennsylvania German folk culture through programs, lectures, and more than 500 skilled craftsmen. Enjoy live folk music, food, and handmade crafts as you stroll through an old fashioned village. |
| Musikfest |
Aug 5-14
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15 outdoor and 6 indoor venues in downtown.
Bethlehem , PA 18018
610-861-0678
It’s 10 days of nonstop musical jamming, with more music, food and fun than anyone can possibly imagine. See 600 live performances of all types of music: classical, bluegrass and blues, rock, reggae and rap. |
| Blue Valley Farm Show |
Aug. 23 – 27 |
Bangor , Northampton
(610)588-9504
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| West End Fair |
Aug 28-Sep 3 |
Route 209 South
Gilbert , PA 18331
610-681-4293
Since 1920, the West End Fair has been a summer tradition. Bring the family and spend a fun day at the fair! |
| Great Allentown Fair |
Sept 3
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302 North 17th Street
Allentown , PA 18104
610-433-7541
One of USA's top 50 fairs featuring the finest in agriculture, big name shows, exhibits, rides, games and food. |
| Celtic Fest |
Sept 23, 24 & 25 |
Route 378
Bethlehem, PA 18018
610-868-9599
The Celtic Fest is a yearly festival that offers the best in Celtic entertainment and sport. The festival offers live music, crafts, family entertainment, and lots of food. |
| Riverside Festival of the Arts |
date TBA
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Larry Holmes Drive
Riverside Park
Easton , PA 18042
610-258-5865
The Riverside Festival of the Arts is a one-day celebration of the arts that features poetry readings, live performances, and arts and crafts displays. |
| Octoberfest |
date TBA |
Emmaus , PA
This German style festival features live German music, great food, and folk dancing. Bring the family and come join the fun... |
| Fall Foliage Festival |
Oct 15, 16 |
Asa Packer Park and Railroad Station
Jim Thorpe, PA 18229
570-325-3673
Pro cowboys competing in 5 PRCA events. Gates open at noon. Live country band and country line dancing. Entertainment, old-fashioned train rides, arts and crafts, ethnic food, and antiques. |
| Moravian Christmas Putz |
end Nov- end Dec |
Main and Church Streets
Bethlehem, PA 18018
610-866-5661
The Moravian Christmas Putz is a yearly tradition that tells the story of the Nativity through narration and music. The putz is a wonderful way to experience the holiday! |
| Moravian Christmas Putz |
all month
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Main and Church Streets
Bethlehem, PA 18018
610-866-5661
The Moravian Christmas Putz is a yearly tradition that tells the story of the Nativity through narration and music. The putz is a wonderful way to experience the holiday! |
| First Night Bethlehem |
Dec 31 |
425 Sixth Avenue
Bethlehem , PA 18016
610-865-7200
First Night Bethlehem is a family oriented, alcohol-free celebration of the arts held on Dec 31 that offers live music, fireworks, magic, comedy, and lots of food. |
| Christkindlmarkt |
December |
211 Plymouth Street
Bethlehem , PA 18015
610-861-0678
Christkindlmarkt features an amazing array of exquisite gifts and fine arts and crafts, from jewelry to hand-made quilts, that will simplify your holiday shopping needs, even if you’re searching for that ‘perfect gift’ for the most discriminating person on your list. |
| Christmas Peace Pilgrimage |
December |
Bethlehem Council of Churches
P. O. Box 1245 , Bethlehem, PA 18016
610-867-8671
The Pilgrimage began in 1960 as a Christian witness for peace. We welcome all persons of any age to join the Pilgrimage, symbolic of the journey of Mary and Joseph. In the 10-mile trek from Nazareth to Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, and in the rally, we seek to reflect the non-violent life of Jesus Christ and his truth of forgiving love. Walk with your family and friends and make new friends with others who seek a more peaceful world. |
| Bethlehem 's Christmas Night Light Bus Tour |
December |
52 West Broad Street
Visitors Center
Bethlehem , PA 18018
800-360-8687
This Holiday Tour takes visitors around the historic areas of Bethlehem with a great view of the city's holiday lights the Star of Bethlehem. |
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