Weekend Getaways If you are interested in visiting southeastern Pennsylvania to experience local culture and events, the region offers you a wealth of opportunities throughout the year. Listed below are a list of suggested weekend Getaways. Please ask us for suggestions for other local events that may interest you.
The Rusty Gate
Glenmoore, PA
A great antique mall, many booths, various types of antiques. Relax, browse, and purchase a treasure. Other local antique shops will also be open. See our local attractions on the website.
For more information, 610-942-4834 or 610-942-4890.
Longwood Gardens
Kennett Square, PA
Longwood Gardens encompasses 1,050 acres of gardens, woodlands, and meadows. Enjoy over 11,000 types of plants, more fountains than any other garden in the US, educational and visitor programming, and over 400 performances a year.
Orchid Extravaganza - January 24th thru May 31st, 2009
Spring Blooms - April 1st thru May 22nd, 2009
Wine and Jazz Festival - May 2nd, 2009
For ticket prices, event times, and more information, call 610-388-1000 or visit the official website.
Landis Valley Museum
Lancaster, PA
Open-hearth cooking, draft horse plowing, sheep shearing, blacksmithing, and basketmaking are exhibited in this 18th and 19th century Pennsylvania German Village.
Warm & Wooly Day - February 7th, 2009
Victorian Valentine Dinner - February 13th, 2009
Winter Institute - Traditional Craft Classes - February 13th, 2009
Lecture: A Brief History of Lancaster and the American Longrifle - February 14th, 2009
Heirloom Seed Project - February Workshop - February 21st, 2009
Charter Day - March 8th, 2009
The Birds and the Seeds Workshop - March 21st, 2009
Heirloom Seed Project - Grafting Workshop - March 28th, 2009
Home School Day - April 15th, 2009
Spring Benefit Auction - April 18th, 2009
Herb & Garden Faire - May 8th, 2009
For more information, call 717-569-0401 or visit the official website.
Mount Hope Estate and Winery
Manheim, PA
Mount Hope Estate & Winery is an historic estate featuring spectacular indoor and outdoor entertainment on the grounds of the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire running almost year round providing incredible entertainment just for you.
Wine, Dine & Seance - February 2009
Improv Comedy at the Pub - Friday and Saturday Evenings at 9:00 p.m. February 6th & 7th, 13th & 14th; 20th & 21st; 27th & 28th.
Swashbuckler Pyrate Feaste - April 5th, 12th, & 19th at 4:30 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.; April 18th at 7:30 p.m.
Great Green America Fest - Saturday & Sunday, May 3rd & 4th, 2009. 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Celtic Fling & Highland Games - June 28th & 29th, 2009.
Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire - Weekends, Mid-August thru October. 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Friday Knights at the Improv - August 14th, 21st, 28th & September 4th, 11th, 2009. The laughs start at 7:00 p.m.
Poe Evermore - October 30th through November 14th, 2009. Showtimes vary; check website for details.
A Dickens of a Christmas - November 27th through December 27th, 2009. Showtimes vary; check website for details.
New Year's Eve Victorian Gala - December 31st, 2009. Doors open at 8:00 p.m. Evening ends at 12:30 a.m.
For ticket prices and more information, call 717-665-7021, Ext. 231, Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 4 PM or visit the estate's official website.
Stoudt's Black Angus Restaurant and Brew Pub
Adamstown, PA
Over 20 years, Stoudt’s Brewing Company has grown and evolved from a small brewery with limited draught distribution, to a packaging regional microbrewery with distribution in 10 different states, producing over 10,000 barrels a year.
Open Mic Night - Thursday, February 5th, 2009. 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
Valentine's Day Special - Thursday, February 12th thru Sunday, February 15th, 2009.
Open Mic Night - Thursday, February 19th, 2009. 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
Brewer's Winter Beer Festival - Saturday, February 28th, 2009.
Open Mic Night - Thursday, March 5th, 2009. 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
PA Dutch Beer Dinner - Monday, March 9th, 2009. Starting at 6:00 PM.
Open Mic Night - Thursday, March 19th, 2009. 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
Open Mic Night - Thursday, April 2nd, 2009. 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
Open Mic Night - Thursday, April 16th, 2009. 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
Antiques Extravaganza - Saturday, April 25th & Sunday, April 26th, 2009. 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM (indoor dealers), 5:30 AM to Noon (outdoor dealers).
Open Mic Night - Thursday, April 30th, 2009. 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
18th Annual Stoudts Bier Garden Microfest - Saturday, June 13th, 2009. Noon to 4 P.M. and 7 to 11 P.M.
Antiques Extravaganza - Saturday, June 27th & Sunday, June 28th, 2009. 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM (indoor dealers), 5:30 AM to Noon (outdoor dealers).
Battle of the Brewery Bands - Saturday, July 25th, 2009.
18th Annual Stoudts Bier Garden Microfest - Saturday, August 22nd, 2009. Noon to 4 P.M. and 7 to 11 P.M.
Oktoberfest - Saturday, September 26th, 2009. Gate opens at 1:00 PM; music from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
Antiques Extravaganza - Saturday, September 26th & Sunday, September 27th, 2009. 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM (indoor dealers), 5:30 AM to Noon (outdoor dealers).
Oktoberfest - Sunday, October 4th, 2009. Gate opens at 1:00 PM; music from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
Oktoberfest - Sunday, October 11th, 2009. Gate opens at 1:00 PM; music from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
18th Annual Stoudts Bier Garden Microfest - Friday, October 16th 2009. From 7 to 11 P.M.
18th Annual Stoudts Bier Garden Microfest - Saturday, October 17th 2009. Noon to 4 P.M. and 7 to 11 P.M.
Oktoberfest - Sunday, October 18th, 2009. Gate opens at 1:00 PM; music from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
5th Annual 12k Distance Race - Saturday, October 24th, 2009. Race starts at 10:00 AM.
Oktoberfest - Sunday, October 25th, 2009. Gate opens at 1:00 PM; music from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
Christkindlemarkt - Sunday, November 22nd, 2009. Antiques, festive treats and event at noon.
Christmas Extravaganza - Saturday, November 28th & Sunday, November 29th, 2009. 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM (indoor dealers), 5:30 AM to Noon (outdoor dealers).
Christkindlemarkt - Sunday, November 29th, 2009. Antiques, festive treats and event at noon.
Christkindlemarkt - Sunday, December 6th, 2009. Antiques, festive treats and event at noon.
Christkindlemarkt - Sunday, December 13th, 2009. Antiques, festive treats and event at noon.
Christkindlemarkt - Sunday, December 20th, 2009. Antiques, festive treats and event at noon.
New Year's Eve Party - Thursday, December 31st, 2009.
18th Annual Stoudts Bier Garden Microfest - Stoudt’s knows how to throw a party and has been doing so since 1991, the first year of the Great Eastern Invitational Microbrewery Festival. Various breweries from around the country participate in this event, which is held in the spacious courtyards and Brewery Hall. With taster glass in hand, attendees stroll from one table to the next sampling some of the best craft brews that the industry has to offer. Another well-known part of this festival is Ed’s “Best of the Wurst” German style buffet. Included in this are German sausages, pasta salad, German potato salad, red cabbage and six different varieties of Eddie’s homemade bread.
The festival sessions are from Noon-4 P.M. and 7-11 P.M. The ticket price is $28.00 per session.
For more information about events, call 717-484-4386 (press 1 for the proper extension), or visit the officialwebsite.
Brandywine Valley Special Interests Camps
Brandywine Valley, Chester County, PA
The magnificent Brandywine Valley is the home of world renowned attractions made famous by the legacy of the du’Pont family - Longwood Gardens, Hagley Museum and Library and Winterthur Museum and Country Estate.
Brandywine Valley Wine Camp - Come and discover the art of wine-making at the wonderful wineries of the Brandywine Valley. June 12th through June 14th, 2009.
Culinary Camp - The three day - two night culinary "camp" includes personal experiences with chefs, restaurateurs, and wine makers. July 17th through July 19th, 2009.
Harley Camp - Hop on your bike, or get one here, and join us for a fun-filled weekend celebrating the world of Harley-Davidson in the beautiful Brandywine Valley. August 21st through August 23rd, 2009.
For more information, including event pricing, call 800-566-0109 or visit the official website.
Brandywine Valley Wine Trail
Chester County, PA
Located in the hills of southern Chester County, the Brandywind Valley Wine Trail was formed in 2003 as a dream of a small handful of wineriers united by their common terroir, and by their excitement for this unique and distinct regional wines that this small area has started to produce.
Barrels on the Brandywine - Come visit the wineries of the Brandywine Valley for a month of Barrel Tasting and special activities. March 1st, 7th, 8th, 14th, 15th, 21st, 22nd, 28th, & 29th, 2009.
Brandywine Wine Camp - The three-day two-night package includes personal experiences with the proprietors of four area wineries, lodging, five meals including dinner at the Historic Dilworthtown Inn and complimentary admission to nine Brandywine Valley attractions including Longwood Gardens! Friday, June 12th through Sunday, June 14th, 2009.
For more information, call 610-388-6221 or visit the official website.
