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Weird & Wacky Find more events and festivals at visitPA.com/events and be sure to check event websites for COVID-19-related updates that may affect dates. Mummers Parade January 1 Fanciful costumes, colorful floats, and dance routines are on full display at this annual parade celebrating New Year’s Day. Philadelphia, phillymummers.com PA Farm Show January 8–15 At the nation’s largest agricultural exposition under one roof, see nearly 6,000 animals plus the renowned butter sculpture event. Harrisburg, farmshow.pa.gov Chainsaw Carvers Rendezvous April 27–30 Chainsaw carvers gather to share their art and skill with the public at this unique event. Ridgway, chainsawrendezvous.org Raystown Bike Fest May TBD Formerly known as Dirt Rag Dirt Fest, this premier mountain biking festival touts a chill vibe, demo bikes, clinics, educational seminars, and rides on incredible singletrack routes that are part of the Allegrippis Trail System. Hesston, raystown.org 100 Mile Yard Sale July TBD Go on a road trip through Elk, Cameron, and Clearfield counties for funky finds from hundreds of vendors. Multiple locations, visitquehannaarea.com Rain Day Festival July 29 With an umbrella decorating contest, petting zoo, live music shows, and Diaper Derby crawl, this annual fest offers varied fun. Waynesburg, raindayfestival.com Corvettes at Carlisle August 25–27 The largest Corvette show in the world converges at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds, plus a parade through downtown. Carlisle, carlisleevents.com Waterfire Sharon September 17 Marvel at the beauty of fire, water, and sculpture as 50 braziers are set ablaze in the Shenango River with live music as a soundtrack. Sharon, waterfiresharonpa.org Johnny Appleseed Festival October TBD Lumberjack competitions, cornhole tournament, apple pie baking contest, horse pulls, and live bluegrass music are just a few highlights of this fall fest. Sheffield, johnnyappleseedfest.net Peepsfest December 30–31 Celebrate New Year’s Eve with this family-friendly festival featuring virtual and in-person components, including entertaining shows, a diorama competition, and a PEEPS Chick Drop. Bethlehem, steelstacks.org GOOSE DAY SEPTEMBER 29 A local legend proclaims if you eat goose on this day, you won’t want for money in the coming year, so restaurants in Mifflin and Juniata counties serve up this lucky bird in myriad ways. Multiple locations, juniatarivervalley.org TRUE COLORS 5 FESTS TO SHOW YOUR PRIDE New Hope Celebrates PrideFest May 20–22 Be yourself when you strut your stuff from Lambertville, New Jersey across the bridge into New Hope, Pennsylvania alongside marching bands, parade floats, and fellow revelers. New Hope, newhopecelebrates.com Pittsburgh Pride June 2–5 Don’t miss this vibrant parade with a pride color guard marching to the beat of their own drum, followed by a motorcycle club, drag queens and kings, furries, and local businesses. Pittsburgh, lgbtqpittsburgh.com NEPA PrideFest June TBD Northeast PA celebrates Pride Month with numerous events, parties, pageants, drag shows, and more. Multiple locations, neparainbowalliance.org Doylestown Pride Festival June TBD This multi-day celebration features outdoor film screenings, Pride Music Day, and various pop-up events throughout the city. Doylestown, dtownpride.com Lehigh Valley Pride August TBD Delight in queer entertainment, drag superstars on stage, and local artists. Allentown, bradburysullivancenter.org Foodie Feasts Market Festival May 21–22 Fun and food come together at this outdoor block party with plenty of Italian specialties, plus a half-ball tournament, grease pole contest, and traditional Procession of Saints. Philadelphia, italianmarketfestival.com Smoke in the Grove July 29–30 Smoky, saucy, sweet, or savory, you’ll taste all the meaty goodness at this fest featuring the Pennsylvania State BBQ Championship, with 80-plus competition teams. Spring Grove, smokeinthegrove.com Picklesburgh August TBD Held on the Roberto Clemente Bridge, this zesty fest celebrates all things pickled, from traditional international foods (think: kimchi and sauerkraut) to zany creations like pickle cotton candy and dill-infused drinks. Pittsburgh, picklesburgh.com Pittston Tomato Festival August TBD Enjoy flavorful fare, live entertainment, a parade with tomato-themed floats, 5K run, and the annual tomato contest. Pittston, pittstontomatofestival.com Whoopie Pie Festival September 10 Celebrate one of Lancaster County’s delicious and world-famous Dutch confectionery icons through games, contests, music, and culinary merriment. Ronks, whoopiepiefestival.com Mushroom Festival September 10–11 Have fun with fungi in the “Mushroom Capital of the World” during this event with cook-offs, educational talks, and growing exhibits. Kennett Square, mushroomfestival.org AppleFest October 7–9 Celebrate the bounty of fall with live music, historic district tours, an apple pancake breakfast, and apple pie baking (and eating) contests. Franklin, franklinapplefest.com PA Baconfest November 5–6 Here, the streets are lined with food vendors, beer tents, and bands. Bring your appetite and your running shoes for the Racin’ Bacon 5K run. Easton, pabaconfest.com TASTE OF HAMBURG-ER FESTIVAL SEPTEMBER 3 With 35-plus burger stands dishing out a variety of hamburgers, plus beer gardens, four stages of live music, and 70 arts and crafts vendors, there’s plenty to enjoy. Hamburg, tasteofhamburger.com SEASONAL SPLENDOR Shofuso Cherry Blossom Festival April TBD Surround yourself in a botanical paradise of pink sakura (Japanese cherry blossom trees) at historic Fairmount Park, and take in cultural demonstrations. Philadelphia, japanphilly.org Pennsylvania Maple Festival April 23, 24, 27–May 1 With a tree-tapping ceremony, quilt show, and pancake dinner, this festival celebrates the bounty of the trees, plus the local community. Meyersdale, pamaplefestival.com Nature & Arts Festival July 30 Appreciate nature at the Ned Smith Center for Nature and Art with educational programs and activities such as make-your-own bluebird boxes. Millersburg, nedsmithcenter.org Allegheny Toyota Autumn Leaf Festival October TBD Marvel at fall foliage and enjoy entertainment such as the Tournament of Leaves Parade, a car cruise, farmers and crafters show, and cultural demonstrations. Clarion, clarionpa.com The Great Pumpkin Carve October 20–22 This three-day event showcases the talents of more than 70 local artists as they carve giant pumpkins. See the art, hop on a hayride, and eat festive food. Chadds Ford, brandywinevalley.com Time Travel The Path of the Flood Historic Races May TBD The hybrid road/rail-trail course of this race allows runners to experience the historic 1889 Johnstown Flood in its entirety with the 14-miler, or in small droplets through the 8-miler or 5K races. Johnstown, jaha.org Musikfest August 5–14 Musikfest celebrates almost every genre of music—from rock and rap to classical and country—with more than 500 performances on 17 stages. Many of the performances are free. Bethlehem, musikfest.org Revolutionary War Days August TBD Watch history come to life with a field encampment and battle reenactments at historic Fort Roberdeau, which dates back to 1778. Altoona, fortroberdeau.org Danville Heritage Festival September TBD This event on Mill Street features historic tours of Danville, living history presentations, a mine hike, 5K run/walk, and live music. Danville, danvilleheritage.com Fort Ligonier Days October 14–16 See battle reenactments, 175 juried artisans and crafters, wine tasting, and a huge parade commemorating a key battle in the French & Indian War, which occurred October 12, 1758. Ligonier, fortligonierdays.com Patriot’s Day November TBD Peek into the past at Brandywine Battlefield with living history demonstrations, musket drills, house tours, and talks with 18thcentury medical “experts.” Chadds Ford, brandywinebattlefield.org Dedication Day Ceremony November 19 A wreath-laying ceremony, recital of the Gettysburg Address, and a naturalization ceremony commemorates the anniversary of President Lincoln’s speech in 1863. Gettysburg, nps.gov/gett/index.htm Christmas Day Crossing December 25 See where General George Washington and his troops crossed the Delaware River in 1776 during the Revolutionary War. Washington Crossing, washingtoncrossingpark.org WASHINGTON & GREENE COUNTIES COVERED BRIDGE FESTIVAL SEPTEMBER 16–18 Enjoy activities at 10 covered bridge locations, showcasing live music, historic reenactments, and craft vendors. Multiple locations, visitgreene.org AL FRESCO ART FESTS Manayunk Arts Festival June 25–26 Peruse handmade wares from local and national artisans, nosh on street food, and enjoy the festive vibe of this annual event on historic Main Street. Philadelphia, manayunk.com Kutztown Folk Festival July 2–10 This event showcases more than 200 crafters, plus Amish culinary specialties, old-fashioned pastimes, and a prize-winning quilt auction. Kutztown, kutztownfestival.com Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts July 13–17 Watch artists at work, listen to live music, and shop for one-of-a-kind handcrafted goods and fine art pieces on display at the sidewalk sale and exhibition. State College, arts-festival.com Mt. Gretna Outdoor Art Show August 20–21 Stroll under the oaks of historic Old Chautauqua to explore the booths of 160 fine artists and craftsmen showcasing their work and to hear live music performances. Mt. Gretna, mtgretnaarts.com Doylestown Arts Festival September TBD With more than 160 juried artists, live music on five stages, kids’ activities, and live art demonstrations, this outdoor festival is sure to spark your creativity. Doylestown, dtownartsfestival.com
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