106 Things to Do in the Lehigh Valley Friday, August 28 – Thursday, September 3, 2026 Labor Day weekend is bringing a packed lineup to the Lehigh Valley! From classic cars and hot air balloons to community festivals, live music, vintage shopping, cultural celebrations, food, family fun, and the start of The Great Allentown Fair, there are so many ways to enjoy the week.
Wheels of Time Rod & Custom Jamboree — Macungie Memorial Park (Three-Day Event)
Friday, August 28 – Sunday, August 30, 2026 | Opens 7 AM daily | Live music until 10 PM Fri & Sat. One of the largest and longest-running automotive events in the Northeast! More than 1,500 custom cars, street rods, muscle cars, classics, and specialty vehicles. Large swap meet, car corral, arts and crafts vendors, live music, bingo, charity fundraising, BMX Bike Show, Quarter Midget Car Display, and special guests including Steve Darnell of Welder-Up Garage (Vegas Rat Rods) plus The Fast and the Furious Cars and the Mummy Car on display!
Stream Team 2026: Trexler Nature Preserve
Friday, August 28, 2026 | 8 AM – 11 AM. Maintain riparian buffers along streams at three sites. Gloves, tools, water, and snacks provided.
Songbird Research & Habitat Walk — Thomas Darling Preserve
Friday, August 28, 2026 | 9 AM – 11 AM. Guided birding hike with possible up-close wild bird encounter — discover how habitat restoration helps golden-winged warblers and other species in decline. Bring binoculars!
Aquarium Zoo – Holographic Experience
Friday, August 28 - Thursday, September 3, 2026 | 10 AM - 6 PM. Step into an underwater world without getting wet! This spectacular 30-minute holographic experience takes you through a tunnel, past two enclosures, and under a sky roof where turtles, whales, sharks, jellyfish, crocodiles, and more look, sound, and act completely real — thanks to specialized holographic glasses.
Impressionists Immersive Exhibition (Da Vinci Science Center)
Friday, August 28 - Thursday, September 3, 2026 | 10 AM – 5 PM. Art like you've never experienced it before! Step inside a world where Van Gogh, Monet, Renoir, Degas, Cézanne, Gauguin, and more than a dozen other Impressionist masters come to life around you. Over 1,000 dynamic masterpieces are projected floor to ceiling, accompanied by captivating narration and swelling music that pulls you into every brushstroke. Move, dance, and feel the art in a fully immersive space packed with interactive experiences, artist stories, and shareable selfie moments.
Berry Patch Bliss "Udderly Grateful" Sundae — The Udder Bar
Friday, August 28 - Monday, August 31, 2026 | 12 PM - 10:30 PM. August's featured sundae: Lemon ice cream coated with raspberry jam, topped with vanilla soft serve, sprinkled with crushed vanilla wafers, and crowned with a fresh strawberry. 10% of proceeds benefit Camelot for Children. Eating ice cream and making a difference one scoop at a time!
Roasted Corn, Ice Cream & Produce Weekends at Valley Fruits & Veggies
Friday, August 28 - Sunday, August 30, 2026 | 12 PM – 6 PM. Valley Fruits & Veggies. Roasted corn, PA dairy ice cream, farm-fresh produce, and free Valleyville exploration for kids. A perfect weekend farm stop!
Food Truck Friday: Couch Pota.Doh — Cellar Beast Winehouse
Friday, August 28, 2026 | 2 PM – 9 PM. Handcrafted small-batch wines alongside loaded potato creations, fresh-cut fries, handcrafted sandwiches, and hearty favorites from Couch Pota.Doh. Indoors or patio — a relaxed Friday at the winehouse!
HFC Clam Jam — Holy Family Club, Nazareth
Friday, August 28, 2026 | 4 PM – 9 PM. Live music from Schubert & Binder (6–9 PM), clam bake buckets, shrimp boils, and drink specials!
Jacobsburg State Park Guided Horseback Trail Ride
Friday, August 28, 2026 | 4 PM. Explore 1,000+ acres of stunning trails on show-quality horses through woods, open fields, and alongside a stream. 15-minute pre-ride instruction included. Just minutes from Allentown, Bethlehem, and Easton.
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Lehigh Valley Balloon Fest 2026 — Slatington Airport (Two-Day Event)
Friday, August 28 – Saturday, August 29, 2026 | Gates 4 PM | Morning Balloon Launch ~7 AM | Evening Balloon Launch ~6 PM | Laser-Lit Balloon Glow nightly. Eastern Pennsylvania's premier hot air balloon festival! Spectacular balloon launches over the Lehigh Valley skyline, signature laser-lit Balloon Glow each evening, fireworks nightly, live music, food trucks, beer and wine garden, helicopter rides, and tethered balloon flight opportunities.
Coplay Community Days Festival in the Park (Three-Day Event)
Friday, August 28 – Sunday, August 30, 2026 | 5 PM - 9 PM. Three days of community celebration — bands, vendors, and fun! Check the Coplay Community Days Facebook page for band lineup and full schedule.
Goth Sewn Plushie Workshop (Session B) with Alma Star — SteelStacks
Friday, August 28, 2026 | 6 PM – 9 PM. Connect with your animal or spirit guide by creating a spooky plushie companion — guided by Gothic indigenous artist Alma Star. All are welcome in the spooky coven!
Bomba at the Beach — Cedar Beach Park, Allentown
Friday, August 28, 2026 | 6 PM – 9 PM. Puerto Rican and Caribbean culture comes alive at Cedar Beach Park! Clave Legacy and Grupo Hipnosis — Bomba rhythms, salsa, merengue, bachata, and more. Come ready to dance!
KPOP Night with DJ Zee — HangDog Outdoor Adventure & Brewing Co.
Friday, August 28, 2026 | 6 PM – 9 PM. K-POP UNDER THE STARS. Get ready, K-Pop fans! HangDog is bringing the energy, the beats, and the vibes to the outdoor beer garden for an unforgettable night under the stars. DJ Zee spins the hottest K-Pop tracks for a one-of-a-kind Friday night experience — great beer, great company, and great music from across the globe.
Air Supply: A Matter of Time Tour — Univest Performance Center, Quakertown
Friday, August 28, 2026 | 6 PM. "Lost in Love," "All Out of Love," "The One That You Love," "Making Love Out of Nothing at All" — Graham Russell and Russell Hitchcock bring timeless soft rock romance to the Quakertown amphitheater!
Lehigh Valley IronPigs
The Gap Theatre
All programs on 35mm film
Reverend Horton Heat with Messer Chups — Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks
Friday, August 28, 2026 | 7 PM. 29 years of psychobilly genius — 10 albums, thousands of shows, tours with Johnny Cash, Motorhead, and The Ramones. A true music industry legend. Opening: Messer Chups (experimental surf-horror from Russia).
Under the Sturgeon Moon: Dining & Chairlift Ride — Bear Creek Mountain Resort
Friday, August 28, 2026 | 7 PM. Fine dining followed by a picturesque chairlift ride to the top of the mountain for dessert under the Sturgeon Moon. Magical and unforgettable!
WMUH + Fuzzy Cat Booking Present: Good Flying Birds, Brother JT & Me at the Zoo
Friday, August 28, 2026 | 7:30 PM. WMUH 91.7 FM and Fuzzy Cat Booking present an indie music triple bill at the National Sokols!
Morgan Wade: Love's Insane Tour — Musikfest Café (SteelStacks)
Friday, August 28, 2026 | 8 PM. Gritty, vulnerable, and undeniably authentic — "Wilder Days," Psychopath, and now a recurring role in the Yellowstone universe series Dutton Ranch. One of the most distinctive voices in modern music.
Brett Young — Cat Country 96 Presents at Wind Creek Event Center
Friday, August 28, 2026 | 8 PM. 8.5 billion streams, seven consecutive #1 singles — "In Case You Didn't Know," "Mercy," "Sleep Without You." ACM New Male Artist of the Year. One of country's most consistent radio stars.
Movies in the Park: Wicked: For Good — City of Allentown
Friday, August 28, 2026 | 8:30 PM. S. St. Elmo Street, Allentown. The conclusion to the beloved two-part Wickedadaptation — Elphaba, Glinda, and the power of their enduring friendship. Bring a blanket or lawn chair!
Glow Night Trail Ride – Moonlit Glow Ride
Friday, August 28, 2026 | 9 PM & 10 PM. Experience a one-of-a-kind nighttime horseback ride at Jacobsburg State Park in Bath. Enjoy a peaceful guided trail ride with glowing horses and softly lit forest paths—perfect for a unique night out with friends, family, or a date night under the stars.
John DeRosa — Air Products Town Square (SteelStacks)
Friday, August 28, 2026 | 9 PM. Blues meets country — heartfelt storytelling with soulful melodies, drawing from B.B. King, Gary Moore, Elvis Presley, and Ricky Nelson. Former lead guitar player for a multi-gold and platinum Nashville recording artist.
Black Tie Stereo Live at Molten Lounge
Friday, August 28, 2026 | 9:30 PM. Pop/rock flair and the showmanship of a nationally established act — The Killers to Daft Punk, infectiously high-energy hits from a band that has been packing venues since high school. Pop/Top 40 Act of the Year, 2016 Steamtown Music Awards.
Rumble in the Bronx: Hong Kung Cut (30th Anniversary) — (SteelStacks)
Friday, August 28, 2026 | 9:45 PM. Cantonese/English with English subtitles. Jackie Chan as a cop caught between the mob and a ruthless motorcycle gang in NYC — a world-class daredevil at his absolute peak. Celebrating 30 years!
The Rocky Horror Picture Show — Frank Banko with Spaced Out Sensations (SteelStacks)
Friday, August 28, 2026 | 11:30 PM. The most popular cult classic of all time with a live shadow cast performance by the Spaced Out Sensations! Come in costume, bring your props.
Waldheim Park Annual Community Yard Sale
Saturday, August 29, 2026 | 8 AM – 2 PM. Waldheim Park, Allentown. Cottage owners, outside vendors, and crafters — spaces under the pavilion and at the entrance gate. A great morning of community browsing and bargains!
Easton Farmers' Market
Saturday, August 29, 2026 | 9 AM – 1 PM. Scott Park. Established 1752 — the oldest continuously operating open-air market in the nation. All locally grown and produced, naturally/organically grown produce, antibiotic and hormone-free meats and dairy.
Bethlehem Rose Garden Farmers Market
Saturday, August 29, 2026 | 9 AM – 1 PM. Bethlehem Rose Garden, one of Bethlehem's most beautiful outdoor settings.
Trexlertown Farmers Market
Saturday, August 29, 2026 | 9 AM – 12 PM. Grange Park. 12th season at Grange Park — 20+ local farmers, growers, bakers, and artisans. Covered picnic pavilion, kids' playground.
Jammin' with Autumn Olive — Lehigh Valley Zoo
Saturday, August 29, 2026 | 9 AM – 12 PM. Harvest invasive autumn olive berries, make your own jam, and feed the giraffes with the trimmed branches! Education presentation, jam-making demo, and general zoo admission included.
Self Care Social — Riverside Park, Easton
Saturday, August 29, 2026 | 9 AM – 1 PM. A modern lifestyle gathering celebrating self-care, movement, beauty, and intentional living — set in Riverside Park during Easton's most vibrant season! The Self Care Social is built around participation, not transactions — an immersive morning of programming including fitness classes, run clubs, live skin demonstrations, breathwork, and considered food, designed to bring the community together and showcase the businesses shaping the future of self-care in Downtown Easton. A perfect late-summer Saturday morning on the banks of the Lehigh!
Eastern States Cup Race — Blue Mountain Bike Park (Two-Day Event)
Saturday, August 29 – Sunday, August 30, 2026. The Maxxis ESC Oakley Showdown at Blue Mountain — one of the premier downhill mountain bike racing events on the East Coast! Two disciplines over two days: Maxxis ESC Stan's Enduro Series (5-stage Enduro across the mountain's park and XC trail network) and Maxxis ESC Intense Downhill Series (DH course from the top of Comet quad through the road gap to the home stretch finish line).
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Shankweiler's Vintage Bazaar
Saturday, August 29, 2026 | 10 AM – 3 PM. Shankweiler's Drive-In Theatre. Vintage clothing, retro accessories, vintage and antique home goods, media, and more in the unique setting of America's oldest drive-in!
Better Scenic & Travel Photos — Dan's Camera City
Saturday, August 29, 2026 | 10:30 AM – 12 PM. Prerequisite: Camera & Photo Basics. "The picture doesn't do it justice" — tips and techniques for landscape and scenic photography that actually do.
Vet Fest 2026 — Nam Knights MC Lehigh Valley Chapter
Saturday, August 29, 2026 | 11 AM – 5 PM. Tri-Boro Sportsmen. Annual celebration of service honoring all who have served country and community — vendors, live bands, motorcycle run, and support outreach organizations for veterans and law enforcement.
ArtVentures
Saturday, August 29 & Sunday, August 30, 2026 | 11:30 AM – 3 PM. Get creative with the whole family at the Allentown Art Museum! Head to the Art Ways Interactive Family Gallery where kids can explore hands-on art activities and create their own masterpieces with guidance from museum educators. Best of all—it’s completely free.
Behind-the-Scenes Dollhouse Tour — Kemerer Museum
Saturday, August 29, 2026 | Tours at 11:30 AM, 1 PM, 2 PM, 3 PM & 4 PM. Kemerer Museum of Decorative Arts. Exclusive vault access to 44 historic miniature structures from 1830–1930s.
Easton Caribbean Fest 2026 — Easton Area Neighborhood Center
Saturday, August 29, 2026 | 12 PM. Authentic Caribbean food, live music, cultural performances, local vendors, community farmers market, Open Farm Day at Easton Urban Farm, and family-friendly activities.
FernGully: The Last Rainforest — Friend Like Me: Robin Williams at 75 Series (SteelStacks)
Saturday, August 29, 2026 | 12 PM. Part of the Friend Like Me: Robin Williams at 75 tribute series! Crysta the tree fairy discovers Zak, a human helping demolish the rainforest — and once he sees the beauty and magic of FernGully, he vows to help save it. Featuring Robin Williams as Batty the haywire-radar bat in one of his most beloved voice performances — manic, hilarious, and completely unforgettable. Starring Samantha Mathis and Christian Slater.
Paint & Sip by the Sunflowers — Folino Estate Winery
Saturday, August 29 & Sunday, August 30, 2026 | Multiple time slots. As part of Folino Estate's End of Summer Celebration, immerse yourself in the beauty of their blooming sunflower field while tapping into your creative flow! Enjoy gorgeous views with a Paint-by-Numbers kit and a refreshing can of sparkling sangria in the sunflower field — a perfect way to say goodbye to summer, whether enjoying peaceful solitude or an afternoon alongside loved ones.
Camera & Photo Basics — Dan's Camera City
Saturday, August 29, 2026 | 1 PM – 3 PM. Get out of AUTO mode! Scene modes, focus, exposure settings — make sense of all the buttons and start making great pictures.
Guided Horseback Trail Rides — Lehigh Valley Trail Rides
Saturday, August 29 (1:30 PM & 3 PM) & Sunday, August 23, 2026 (3 PM & 4:30 PM). Lehigh Valley Horseback Trail Rides. 1.5-hour rides through creeks, fields, woods, and alongside a stream on gentle, well-mannered horses. Small groups, knowledgeable guides.
Bourbon Fest — Grub & Groove at Upper Macungie Grange Park
Saturday, August 29, 2026 | 3 PM. Upper Macungie Grange Park. A special Bourbon-themed Saturday edition of Grub & Groove! Live music by Reservoir Hill — Lehigh Valley's original country rock band.
Boondock Barrons @ The Wilds — Lehighton (Carbon/Monroe)
Saturday, August 29, 2026 | 5 PM. ARTisaSHIP's Summer Concert Series at an outdoor amphitheater carved into the hills of East Penn. All proceeds benefit ARTisaSHIP arts nonprofit.
The Moondogs — HangDog Outdoor Adventure & Brewing Co.
Saturday, August 29, 2026 | 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM. From the mind of bandleader Nicholas Capozzolo comes The Moondogs — a seasoned group of musicians bringing the best of the '60s and '70s to life with rich four-part harmonies and top-tier musicianship. Their setlists are packed with the classics that shaped a generation — the perfect late-summer Saturday night at HangDog!
Sons of Izzy (SOI) — The Steel Pub
Saturday, August 29, 2026 | 7 PM – 11 PM. One of the best venues for live music in the Lehigh Valley — cold drinks, great food, and rock 'n' roll!
The Brittany Ann Tranbaugh Band Album Release Show: Lucky Broke Girl
Saturday, August 29, 2026 | 7:30 PM – 10 PM. Belltower Cultural Center. John Lennon Songwriting Contest Song of the Year winner. Shania-style hooks with John Prine storytelling depth. 400+ fans funded this debut record — now it comes to life in an intimate album release show!
Judith Hill — Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks
Saturday, August 29, 2026 | 7:30 PM. Blues/Funk powerhouse — solo career produced by Prince, background singer sought out by Elton John, Spike Lee, and Michael Jackson. Back in Time, Golden Child, Letters from a Black Widow. A singular voice and a can't-miss live performer.
Standup to Alzheimer's — Comedy Benefit Show at Stone Farm Cellars
Saturday, August 29, 2026 | 8 PM. Comics seen on Comedy Central and Don't Tell Comedy for one night of standup — all proceeds go to Alzheimer's charity. Great comics, great cause.
Dreams: Triple Tribute to Stevie Nicks, Tom Petty & Fleetwood Mac — The Gin Mill and Grille
Saturday, August 29, 2026 | 8 PM. A magical triple tribute experience — three legends on one stage.
There, There — A Tribute to Radiohead — Musikfest Café (SteelStacks)
Saturday, August 29, 2026 | 8 PM. NYC-based Radiohead tribute playing songs from throughout the iconic multi-decade catalogue — from Pablo Honey to A Moon Shaped Pool. Meticulous, genre-spanning, and deeply faithful.
GAME ON! — The Gameshow Where You Find the Game as You Go (SteelStacks)
Saturday, August 29, 2026 | 9 PM. Fast-paced, unpredictable multi-game comedy competition — each round introduces a new game, new rules, and new possibilities for audience participation. Created and hosted by Myke Wambaugh.
Bekah Elaine — Air Products Town Square (SteelStacks)
Saturday, August 29, 2026 | 9 PM. Philadelphia soul/rock/R&B powerhouse — lead vocalist of the Philadelphia 76ers and Union house band. Previously opened for Ja Rule at The Fillmore and for Monica and Keith Sweat at Musikfest 2024.
Jumper Live at Molten Lounge
Saturday, August 29, 2026 | 9:30 PM. The ultimate party band taking you on a journey through the decades — the greatest hits from the '60s and beyond! High-energy performances, carefully curated classics you know and love, and a setlist that spans from The Beatles to Beyoncé and The Rolling Stones to Rihanna. Whether you're looking for classic rock anthems or the latest chart-toppers, Jumper has got you covered all night long.
Jinsei — Saturday Night Anime Series at Frank Banko (SteelStacks)
Saturday, August 29, 2026 | 9:45 PM. Japanese with English subtitles. Entirely hand-drawn over eighteen months by newcomer Ryuya Suzuki — a bold, one-of-a-kind anime spanning a hundred-year chronicle. Voiced by rapper ACE COOL.
Steps for a Cure: Lehigh Valley — Project Purple Pancreatic Cancer Walk
Sunday, August 30, 2026 | 9 AM. Lehigh Parkway. 3-mile or 1.5-mile route through the beautiful Lehigh Parkway — supporting pancreatic cancer research and awareness. Lace up, wear your Walk Day shirt, and make a difference!
Saucon Valley Farmers' Market — Art in the Park Sunday
Sunday, August 30, 2026 | 9 AM – 1 PM. Featuring fresh local produce, baked goods, artisan products, and more from producer-only vendors. A beloved Sunday morning tradition in Hellertown.
Coopersburg Farmers Market
Sunday, August 30, 2026 | 10 AM – 1 PM. Head to Coopersburg for a charming weekly farmers market featuring fresh local produce, handmade goods, and a welcoming community atmosphere. Held rain or shine at 5 North Main Street, it’s the perfect Sunday stop to shop small and enjoy the season.
Emmaus Farmers’ Market
Sunday, August 30, 2026 | 10 AM – 1 PM. Spend your Sunday at Triangle Park in Emmaus enjoying a vibrant farmers market featuring over 30 local producers. Shop fresh seasonal produce, meats, baked goods, coffee, flowers, and more while enjoying live music and supporting local farmers. Held rain or shine!
Wild Mushroom Foray — Leaser Lake
Sunday, August 30, 2026 | 10 AM – 12 PM. Guided fungi adventure with Wildlands Conservancy — identify wild mushrooms, learn safety, sustainable harvesting, and foraging resources.
12th Annual Clam Jam Seafood Street Festival — Downtown Easton
Sunday, August 30, 2026 | 11 AM – 7 PM. The Lehigh Valley's favorite seafood street festival returns to Downtown Easton for its 12th year! Bring your appetite and dig into steamed clams, lobster rolls, crab cakes, oysters, and all manner of seafood favorites alongside Bloody Marys, sangria, and craft beer. Don't miss the beloved Chowdah Competition — local restaurants battle for bragging rights and the title of best chowder! Plus live music throughout the day, an oyster and beer pairing, retail vendors, dedicated kids' zone, Jack Town, and Tito's Dog Area.
Italian Summer Sundays: Herb Pot Painting — Folino Estate Winery (FINAL SUNDAY)
Sunday, August 30, 2026 | Sessions 12 PM, 1 PM, 2 PM & 3 PM. The final week of the beloved Italian Summer Sundays series! Paint a terracotta herb pot, fill it with fresh herbs, and sip Honeysuckle Berry Sangria among the vines. The last one of the summer — reserve now before it sells out!
Back to School Celebration — Clover Hill Vineyards & Winery
Sunday, August 30, 2026 | 12 PM – 5 PM. Vineyard Yoga with Gabby (12:30 PM), Mini-Manis with Vivian (1–4 PM), Music by Vuja De (1–4 PM). 10% off wine and merchandise for teachers and adult students 21+ with valid ID. Back to school goodies throughout the afternoon!
Nancy Run Fire Company 2nd Annual Golf Tournament — Green Pond Country Club
Sunday, August 30, 2026 | 12:30 PM. Support your local volunteers! Golf at Green Pond Country Club benefiting Nancy Run Fire Company. Basket raffle available for non-golfers.
Lehigh Valley Pride 2026 — ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks
Sunday, August 30, 2026 | 1 PM – 7 PM. Lehigh Valley's vibrant annual LGBTQ+ celebration — live entertainment, 150+ vendors, community organizations, and full accessibility features. Hosted by Bradbury-Sullivan LGBT Community Center. Contact them for discount codes if cost is a barrier.
Emmaus Summer Entertainment Series: Scott Marshall Band
Sunday, August 30, 2026 | 6 PM – 8 PM. Emmaus Community Park Performing Arts Pavilion. The Scott Marshall Band takes the outdoor stage — second to last concert of the 2026 Emmaus Summer Entertainment Series!
The Flamin' Caucasians Live at Molten Lounge
Sunday, August 30, 2026 | 8:30 PM. Rockin' the Philadelphia area and beyond for over 30 years since 1983 — tighter and more exciting than ever. Thousands of satisfied fans and a reputation for rising to any occasion!
An Evening With Martin Guitar — Zoellner Arts Center
Monday, August 31, 2026 | Pre-show Reception 5 PM | Concert 7 PM. Chris Martin IV (6th-generation owner of C.F. Martin & Co.) and international clinician Craig Thatcher — plus free Opening Night Reception of This Land exhibition 5–7 PM at Lehigh University Art Galleries. 50% of proceeds benefit The Martin Guitar Charitable Foundation.
Lehigh Valley Vegan Chef Challenge
Monday, August 31, 2026 through September 30. Participating restaurants throughout the Lehigh Valley. Restaurants across the region showcase exclusive vegan menu items crafted by talented local chefs. Visit, try, vote, and share your experience. Open to everyone — not just vegans!
Art Hive for 50+ — Bethlehem Visitor Center at SteelStacks
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 | 10 AM – 11 AM. A new Creative Aging program — a free community art studio using non-traditional materials. Come for more than just the art — come for connection and community. Facilitated by Licensed Professional Counselor and Board-Certified Art Therapist Chris Zweifel.
PreK Pathfinders: Backyard Safari — Wayne A. Grube Park
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 | 10 AM – 11 AM. Search for wildlife, learn to use binoculars, and discover the secrets of camouflage! Hands-on curiosity-sparking fun for little nature lovers and their grown-ups.
"This Land" Opening Party & An Evening with Martin Guitar
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 | Exhibition Opening 5 PM – 7 PM | Concert 7 PM. Lehigh University Art Galleries & Baker Hall. A special double-header evening at Zoellner Arts Center! 5 PM — "This Land" Exhibition Launch: Be among the first to explore This Land: Reimagining the United States of America on its 250th Anniversary — LUAG's new fall exhibition celebrating America 250. Music, refreshments, and community at this first-look opening party. 7 PM — An Evening with Martin Guitar in Baker Hall: Sixth-generation executive chairman Chris Martin IV shares stories from 35+ years leading iconic Nazareth-based C.F. Martin & Co., with musical accompaniment by accomplished Lehigh Valley-based guitarist Craig Thatcher.
First Tuesday Free Community Old Time Jam — Godfrey Daniels
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 | 7 PM – 9 PM. Looking for a place to play, sing, or just enjoy some Old Timey music with others in the Lehigh Valley? Join Godfrey Daniels for the First Tuesday Old Time Jam — a lively gathering where the community comes together to share music, refine skills, and connect with fellow enthusiasts. Whether you're a seasoned picker or a newcomer eager to learn, this welcoming monthly jam is a free space to trade tunes, hone techniques, and soak in the vibrant Old Time scene. Just bring your instruments and voices and let the music flow!
Tomato Tuesday: Attack of the Killer Tomatoes Double Feature — Shankweiler's Drive-In
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 | Movie 1: 8 PM | Movie 2: 9:45 PM. Retro Tuesday returns in a way you've never seen it before — introducing TOMATO TUESDAY! First up: the beloved 1978 cult classic ATTACK OF THE KILLER TOMATOES — full of laughs, splats, and ketchup-infused comedy. Then, teaming up with Starboard Entertainment for a brand-new state-of-the-art sequel making its big screen debut: ATTACK OF THE KILLER TOMATOES: ORGANIC INTELLIGENCE (PG-13). And yes — Lehigh Valley legend Daniel Roebuck is in the movie!
The Great Allentown Fair 2026
Wednesday, September 2 – Monday, September 7, 2026 | Hours vary by day. For over 170 years, one of Pennsylvania's most beloved Labor Day Weekend traditions! Rides, games, agricultural exhibits, international cuisine, thrill shows, competitions, and a full grandstand concert lineup. The J&J Demolition Derby is always a crowd favorite. A true Lehigh Valley institution!
Lehigh Valley Meet the Buyers Expo — Lehigh Valley International Airport
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 | 8:30 AM – 12 PM. Connect small- and medium-sized businesses with larger companies and procurement opportunities. Hosted by Lehigh University SBDC and partners.
Ferris Bueller's Day Off (40th Anniversary) — Back to School Film Series at SteelStacks
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 | 7:30 PM. "Bueller… Bueller…?" Matthew Broderick, Mia Sara, Alan Ruck. One spontaneous romp through Chicago that defined a generation. Save Ferris!
The Four Tops with Allentown Symphony Orchestra — Great Allentown Fair Grandstand
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 | 7:30 PM. "I Can't Help Myself," "Reach Out I'll Be There," "Bernadette" — Motown legends performing with the full Allentown Symphony Orchestra. A bucket-list evening at the Great Allentown Fair!
Bethlehem Farmers Market — 19th Season
Thursday, September 3, 2026 | 10 AM – 2 PM. Farrington Square. 15+ vendors offering fresh vegetables, fruits, breads, baked goods, eggs, honey, and more — all grown or made by the vendors themselves. Live music every Thursday.
Glow Party — The Sensory Village
Thursday, September 3, 2026 | 10 AM – 12 PM. The Sensory Village. Lights off, glow effects on, upbeat party music — weekly Glow Party every Thursday!
Macungie Farmers Market
Thursday, September 3, 2026 | 4 PM - 7 PM. Stop by the Macungie Farmers Market every Thursday through October for fresh local produce, artisanal baked goods, mushrooms, specialty foods, handmade goods and more. Support local growers, makers and small businesses while enjoying delicious food from local food trucks and everything the market has to offer.
Grub & Groove at Grange Park — with Live Music!
Thursday, September 3, 2026 | 5 PM – 8 PM. Grange Park Pavilion #1, 360 Grange Road, Trexlertown. Upper Macungie Township's Thursday food truck series — this week featuring live music! Various food trucks rotating weekly.
Stars, Stripes & Slams — Professional Wrestling at The Great Allentown Fair
Thursday, September 3, 2026 | Meet & Greet 6 PM | Show 7:30 PM. Doc Gallows & Karl Anderson, N-Zo, HEATH, Tito Santana, Shane Douglas, James Ellsworth, Ricardo Rodriguez, and The Patriot! Professional wrestling returns to the Allentown Fair!
Basics of Watercolor Workshop with Rachel Cavotta — SteelStacks
Thursday, September 3, 2026 | 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Explore the basics of watercolors — color mixing, contrast, light, and depth. Walk away with a beautiful nature-inspired piece. Led by Lehigh Valley watercolor and embroidery artist Rachel Cavotta.
Life After Dead — Live at Weyerbacher Allentown Taproom & Biergarten
Thursday, September 3, 2026 | 6:30 PM – 9 PM. Don't miss one of the Lehigh Valley's premier Grateful Dead tribute bands performing right during the Allentown Fair! Life After Dead brings the timeless vibes — "Together, more or less in line, just keep truckin' on." Great beer, great people, and a night of pure Deadhead magic at the Allentown Fairgrounds Taproom.
Katy Perry: The Lifetimes Tour — Live From Paris — SteelStacks
Thursday, September 3, 2026 | 6:45 PM. Filmed at Paris' Accor Arena during the sold-out Lifetimes Tour — directed by Paul Dugdale with 60+ camera angles. Career-spanning hits, dazzling production, and an electric connection with fans.
Field of Dreams — Bases Loaded: A Baseball in Film Series at Coca-Cola Park
Thursday, September 3, 2026 | 7 PM. Coca-Cola Park. "If you build it, he will come." Iowa farmer Ray Kinsella is inspired by a voice he can't ignore to pursue a dream he can hardly believe — in a glowing tribute to all who dare to dream. Starring Kevin Costner, Amy Madigan, James Earl Jones, Ray Liotta, and Burt Lancaster. Screened at the home of the Lehigh Valley IronPigs!
Cinema Nomad: Season 2 Premiere w/ Q&A — SteelStacks
Thursday, September 3, 2026 | 7:15 PM. Two brand new episodes of Stephanie Gardner's arts and culture travel series — Jamaica and Nepal — followed by a post-screening Q&A with the director herself.
Jazz Jam — Air Products Town Square, SteelStacks
Thursday, September 3, 2026 | 9 PM. Hosted by The Artisan Trio — all instrumentalists and vocalists invited to join! Straight-ahead jazz, blues, funk, and everything in between. Full backline, PA, and sound tech provided. Sign up at artsquest.org.