Festival Season in Delaware County, PA

Mark your calendars, grab your family and friends, and get ready for a fresh festival season full of live music, delicious food, and cultural celebrations.

Dining Under the Stars (May 6 – September 30)

Every Wednesday, the Borough closes Statvehicular traffic from 5-11pm.  This allows Media’s great restaurants and shops to set up outside (right across the trolley tracks!) for the biggest, most fun, alfresco shopping and dining event around.  State Street, Media, PA 19063

Rose Tree Park Summer Music Festival (June 17 – August 16)

You can’t beat a free concert—especially at a scenic outdoor amphitheater in one of Delco’s most beautiful parks! The festival celebrates 50+ years of incredible music with an eclectic lineup where anything goes—classical to Cajun, Motown to rock, Broadway, and everything in between. 1671 N. Providence Road, Media, PA 19063

Community Arts Center Tie Dye Music Festival (July 18)

Free, family-friendly summer event featuring live local bands, hands-on tie-dye art, and community vendors. Held outdoors, it blends creative expression with music, encouraging guests to picnic on the lawn, make wearable art, and enjoy a relaxed, colorful atmosphere.  414 Plush Mill Road, Wallingford, PA 19086

Haverford First Fest Music Festival (July 18)

Kelly Music for Life presents this FREE Event celebrating first responders in Paddock Park.  Co-Hosted by Paddock Farms Civic Association and featuring live music, food, crafters, Inflatables for the kids and more!  214 W. Hillcrest Ave, Havertown, PA 19083

Media Arts Council:  Twilight Music Series ( July 25, August 15 & September 12)

Free monthly outdoor concert series on Media’s Community Center Lawn, featuring diverse live music from May through September. Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy a relaxed, family-friendly evening.  Monroe Street, Between 3rd & 4th Streets, Media, PA 19063

Linvilla Orchards Peach & Sunflower Festival (August 8)

Celebrate National Peach Month.  In addition to 30 acres of peach trees, there are acres of sunflowers creating a magical and breathtaking experience.  The day will be “jam”-packed with Sunflower Selfies, Pick Your Own Peaches, Hayrides, Face Painting, Train Rides, Fishing, Music, Games and so much more! Rain date August 9.  137 Knowlton Rd, Media, PA 19015

Swarthmore Amped Up Concert Series (August 20)

Head to the Amphitheater at 121 Park Avenue for a fun-filled evening of live music under the open sky. Enjoy a rotating lineup of food trucks and let the kids get creative with a free face painter.  121 Park Avenue, Swarthmore, PA 19081

Delco Chalk Fest (August 22 & 23)

A vibrant weekend of art and fun, just outside of Subaru Park! Experience life-sized works of art created by professional chalk artists from across the country! Free Admission, free parking, food trucks, kids’ activities, and more!  12 Reaney Street, Chester, PA 19013

Illumination 250 & Drone Show (August 29)

A landmark community celebration in Haverford Township as the nation approaches America’s 250th birthday. The festival, presented by Visit Delco, is a full-day, family-friendly event featuring live music, food trucks, inflatables, historical characters, a craft village, and more. The celebration will culminate with a spectacular, choreographed drone show lighting up the evening sky.  Haverford High School Football Stadium (Cornog Field) Darby Road, Havertown, PA

Linvilla Orchards Arts & Crafts Festival (September 12 & 13)

This annual event features live musical performances and an opportunity to shop for that unique find by browsing a variety of handmade wood crafts, jewelry, photography, candles and more! Bring the family for a fun-filled day that everyone will enjoy. 137 W. Knowlton Road, Media, PA 19063

Edgmont Township’s 5th Annual Community Day (September 13)

Celebrate community, connection, and family fun at Edgmont Township Community Day, a hometown event bringing neighbors and visitors together at Arasapha Farms. Enjoy food trucks, local vendors, live entertainment, free activities, crafts, demonstrations, and more.  1835 Middletown Road, Glen Mills, PA 19342

Discover Haverford:  Love Local Nights (September 17 & October 7)

Shops stay open late for an evening of live music, shopping, and community celebration in Haverford Township. Enjoy a shopping passport, local vendors, and more while exploring the Brookline and Oakmont shopping districts.  Brookline and Oakmont Districts, Havertown, PA

Swarthmore Town Center Food Truckathon (September 18)

The Swarthmore Co-Op  holds one of the most beloved events of the year. A variety of food trucks and vendors will be on hand for patrons to enjoy amazing food and drinks, live music and more during this town takeover.  121 Park Ave, Swarthmore, PA 19081

Historic Chadds Ford Days (September 19)

Join the Chadds Ford Historical Society for a historical journey back to September 11^th, 1777, when the British army engaged Washington’s troops at Chads’ Ford.  Two timed skirmishes and a firing demo will take place each day.  Additionally, reenactors, demonstrators and other historians will be on site.  Live music, food, and beverages will be available.  1736 Creek Road, Chadds Ford, PA 19317

Chadds Ford Historical Society: Tavern Night in the Grove (September 19)

Gather under the trees for an evening of music, storytelling, and Revolutionary War–era camaraderie. Enjoy traditional songs, tavern-style refreshments, and candlelit ambiance. Colonial attire encouraged.1736 Creek Road, Chadds Ford, PA 19317

Newlin Grist Mill Fall Festival (September 19)

History, Archaeology & Fun! The Fall Festival offers historic skills demos, archaeological activities, hayrides, hands-on fun for all ages, a Colonial Market, local beer and wine, community booths, and food vendors! 219 South Cheyney Road, Glen Mills, PA 19342 

Marcus Hook Pirate Festival (September 19)

Head to The Marcus Hook Preservation Society’s Annual Pirate Festival to experience a full pirate encampment with period tents and showcases of crafts, firearms, cannons and even beer making. Let’s not forget live pirate music, pony rides, a petting zoo and so much more. 4 E. Delaware St, Marcus Hook, PA 19061

Upper Darby International Festival (September 19)

Celebrate Upper Darby’s rich cultural diversity through food, live performances, and activities for the whole family. The festival is presented by Upper Darby in partnership with the Friends of the Tower Theater District. It will feature one main stage for a roster of cultural performances, including dancing, martial arts, and music.  100 Garrett Road, Upper Darby PA, 19082

South Wayne Porch Fest (September 19)

A one-of-a-kind celebration featuring free live music performed on the porches of Wayne’s historic district. More than 50 talented musical acts will fill the neighborhood with an incredible mix of sounds, from soulful a cappella and acoustic favorites to the lively rhythms of zydeco and beyond. It’s a day of community, creativity, and unforgettable performances. Midland Ave., St. Davids Rd., and Windermere Ave., Wayne, PA 19087

Media Borough Porchfest (September 19)

A community celebration that transforms neighborhood porches into stages for talented local musicians. Stroll through town, discover new sounds, and enjoy an afternoon filled with performances, community connections, and hometown charm.  Media Borough, Media PA 19063

Radnor Fall Festival (September 20) 

Hosted by the Wayne Business Authority and celebrating its 34^th year, this family friendly event features, live music and dance performances, local vendors, kids’ activities and more! North Wayne Avenue, Wayne, PA 19087

A Taste of Greece:  St. George Greek Orthodox Church Greek Festival (September 24 – 27)

Transport yourself to Greece without leaving Delco! Enjoy authentic Greek cuisine, traditional music, lively dancing, and family-friendly fun throughout this beloved annual festival. From savory favorites to sweet pastries, experience the flavors, hospitality, and culture of Greece.  30 E. Forge Road, Media, PA 19063

Haverford Township Music Festival (September 26)

Featuring popular and rising artists, representing various musical genres, from Haverford Township, the greater Philadelphia area, New Jersey, central Pennsylvania and beyond. There will also be great food, beer gardens, activities for the kids and fun for the entire family!  Intersection of Darby Road & Hathaway Lane, Havertown, PA 19083

Linvilla Orchards Apple Festival (September 26)

Celebrate the Apple Harvest!   Taste all the delicious varieties of Linvilla apples with apple samplings, apple pie-eating contests, fresh Farm Market treats and Pick Your Own apples.  Corn Maze, Straw bale Maze, Hayrides, Train rides, Pony rides, face painting and more! Rain date:  September 27.  137 W. Knowlton Road, Media, PA 19063

 

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