What To Do: Summer kicks in, balloons, Juneteeth and so much more
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Chester County Balloon Festival
High levels of energy will be on the ground and in the air in Chester County this weekend – a weekend which includes Juneteenth and Father’s Day celebrations.
When there are hot air balloons floating in the sky over your head, you’re going to stop whatever you’re doing and turn your gaze skyward. Three things...
What To Do: Weather, events schedule heats up
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Things are starting to heat up with special summertime activities at locations around the area.
Downingtown is a prime example. Downingtown will be a happening place this Saturday — and throughout the week — with a trio of top-flight events.
Last August, the “Cruiz in at the VFW Car and Motorcycle Show” was held at the VFW Post 845...
What To Do: Turk’s Head Festival returns
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
It’s summertime and the living is easy. It’s also noisy – but it’s a good noise. It’s the noise of outdoor music events.
One of the area’s best outdoor music fests is free and happening this weekend.
The Turk’s Head Music Festival in West Chester (Everhart Park, Bradford Avenue and Everhart Street, West Chester, turksheadfestival.com)...
New cigar club opens in Glenmoore
Chartwell Cigar Club officially opens its doors on June 1st, bringing a refined yet welcoming cigar lounge experience to Chester County.
Built around the idea of slowing down and enjoying good company, Chartwell combines premium cigars, a curated experience, and comfortable gathering spaces designed for conversation, relaxation, and fellowship.
The newly renovated club features:
What To Do: Festivals mean fun and food for all
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
The 2026 Greek Festival at the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church
Late spring and early autumn have become the prime seasons for ethnic festivals.
These are events which feature food, beverages, entertainment and other bits of culture from different countries. And they are not usually affected by the weather because most of them are indoor/outdoor...
County Shakespeare Festival brings students together at Uptown!
Students from Penn’s Grove School performing “How Sharper Than a Serpent’s Tooth…” (King Lear Parody).
The 37th Annual Chester County Shakespeare Festival returned on Wednesday, May 20, welcoming students from elementary, middle, and high schools across Chester County to the Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center in West Chester, for a day of performance, storytelling, and Shakespearean tradition.
Organized...
What To Do: Devon Horse Show, KSQ Memorial Day Parade and so much more
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Devon Horse Show
Memorial Day means the time has arrived for many of the area’s traditional events to return for another year – including the Devon Horse Show and Kennett Square’s annual Memorial Day Parade
The Devon Horse Show (Lancaster Avenue, Devon, 610-688-2554, www.devonhorseshow.org) is one of the oldest events of any kind in the state.
The...
What To Do: Radnor Hunt, Porchfest and Dogwood Festival on tap
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Radnor Hunt
There are many annual events in this area which have passed milestone anniversaries….and there are some still in their infancy.
May 16 is a big day in the local equestrian world – the day of the Radnor Hunt (826 Providence Road, Malvern, https://www.brandywine.org/conservancy/radnor-hunt-races), an event that is closing in on the...
Tickets for Kennett Summerfest now on sale
Kennett Collaborative announced the 5th Annual Kennett Summerfest on Sunday, June 14 from 2:00 pm–6:00 pm on South Broad Street (between State & Cypress Streets) in the heart of downtown Kennett Square. Admission includes unlimited tastings from a lineup of carefully curated wineries plus artisan vendors, live music, hands on art projects, and more.
Local & Regional Wineries: Kennett Summerfest...
What To Do: Fun events to celebrate the Mom in your life
By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Penns Wood Winery
Sunday is Mother’s Day which means there will be a slew of different special events to celebrate the occasion over the next three days.
Two popular destinations for a special day with mom are wineries and tourist railroads.
Penns Woods Winery (124 Beaver Valley Road, Chadds Ford, http://www.pennswoodswinery.com) will present...
