EvENTS Time Travel The Path of the Flood Historic Races Fort Ligonier Days 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 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 Musikfest Patriot’s Day 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 November TBD Peek into the past at Brandywine Battlefield with living history demonstrations, musket drills, house tours, and talks with 18th-century medical “experts.” Chadds Ford, brandywinebattlefield.org Dedication Day Ceremony 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 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 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 Christmas Day Crossing Covered bridge Multiple locations 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 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 Manayunk Arts Festival 50 visitPA.com KENNETH KEIFER/ADOBE STOCK 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 Kutztown Folk Festival 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 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 Mt. Gretna Outdoor Art Show 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 Doylestown Arts Festival
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