The annual Lambertville-New Hope Winter Festival returns to Bucks County, offering tons of events to check out around New Hope all weekend-long.
The Winter Festival Gallery Crawl features a self-guided tour that explores the best of New Hope arts while offering refreshments as you visit galleries, exhibits and even a film festival! The Triumph Brewing Company is hosting a Beef ‘N Brew on Saturday, where guests can expect hot roast beef sandwiches, live music and PLENTY of brews. The Triumph Brewing Company will also be hosting the 21st Annual Chili Cook-Off, to determine who truly cooks the best chili in the area.
Check out our guide below for details on this weekend’s must-see events around the County. Stay up-to-date on what’s coming up next week with our Upcoming Events calendar.
Friday, January 26
Lambertville-New Hope Winter Festival 2018
The last weekend of the 21st annual Lambertville-New Hope Winter Festival features the Annual Chili Cook-Off, the Winter Festival Concert with the John Hall Band and a Gallery Crawl. Other activities include live ice sculpting, music, children’s activities, shopping, food and more. Proceeds support local parks, recreation, food banks and community social services.
When: January 26 – 28, check online for schedule
Where: Lambertville-New Hope Winter Festival
Cost: Check online for ticket prices
The Winter Unwined at Shady Brook Farm
Visit Shady Brook for an evening of live acoustic music, locally brewed craft beer and wines from Rose Bank Winery. The Kitchen will also offer lite fare to pair with your drinks.
When: January 26 – 27, 7 p.m.
Where: Shady Brook Farm
Cost: Free to attend
Time Stands Still at Bristol Riverside Theatre
Bristol Riverside Theatre brings the Broadway hit, Time Stands Still, to the stage! Follow war correspondents and married couple Sarah and James as they adjust to life after experiencing the terror and violence of war first-hand.
When: January 26 – 28, 8 p.m. (Friday); 2 p.m. & 8 p.m. (Saturday); 3 p.m. (Sunday)
Where: Bristol Riverside Theatre
Cost: Check online for ticket prices
A Time to Break Silence: Pictures of Social Change at the Michener Art Museum
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr.’s groundbreaking and most controversial speech entitled, “Beyond Vietnam: A Time to Break Silence.” This exhibition surveys the modes in which visual culture documents protest, political transformations, and social change.
When: January 26 – 28, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Where: James A. Michener Art Museum
Cost: $18/adult; $17/senior; $16.00/college student w/ ID; $8/kids 6-18; kids under 6 free
Magical & Real: Henriette Wyeth and Peter Hurd, A Retrospective at the Michener Art Museum
The James A. Michener Art Museum is unveiling Magical & Real: Henriette Wyeth and Peter Hurd, A Retrospective, an exhibition examining the work of Wyeth and Hurd’s work since 1967. The married couple’s individual artistic careers are thoughtfully examined in this new collection.
When: January 26 – 28, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Where: James A. Michener Art Museum
Cost: $18/adult; $17/senior; $16.00/college student w/ ID; $8/kids 6-18; kids under 6 free
Witness for the Prosecution at The Heritage Center Theatre
Catch the debut of ActorsNET’s new production, Witness for the Prosecution, which follows a mysterious murder case where everything is not quite how it seems.
When: January 26 – 28, 8 p.m. (Friday & Saturday); 2 p.m. (Sunday)
Where: The Heritage Center Theatre
Cost: $20/adults, $17/seniors, $10/children
The Ventures and Joe Lynn Turner at Sellersville Theater
Sellersville Theater has exciting acts lined up all weekend starting with The Ventures, who are considered by many to be one of the greatest surf bands of all time. With a career spanning 40 years and more than 60 album credits to his name, Sellersville welcomes back Joe Lynn Turner brings his distinctive and soulful rock & roll style to the stage on Sunday.
When: January 26 & 28, check online for schedule
Where: Sellersville Theater
Cost: Check online for ticket prices
Bruce Katsiff: River Town Portraits, 1973 – 1983 at the Bucks County Community College
Bruce Katsiff’s exhibition uses photography to reveal the intimate character of village life within Bucks County’s Lumberville and Point Pleasant.
When: January 26 – 27, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. (Friday); 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. (Saturday)
Where: Hicks Art Center Gallery
Cost: Free to attend
Saturday, January 27
Fonthill Castle’s Escape Room Debut Weekend
Mystery and intrigue await all those who dare to enter Fonthill Castle’s Escape Room. Discover Henry Mercer’s connection with the legend of Bluebeard and solve the puzzle that awaits you in an uncharted room at the top of the castle’s tower! Reserve your spot online – tickets sell out fast!
When: January 27, 6:30 – 9 p.m.
Where: Fonthill Castle
Cost: $40
African American Quilts: From Traditional to Contemporary at the Mercer Museum
The Mercer Museum is debuting its new exhibit, African American Quilts: From Traditional to Contemporary, which features beautiful textile collections ranging from historical pieces of the late Cuesta Benberry to contemporary works from the Friendly Quilters of Bucks County.
When: January 26 – 28, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Where: Mercer Museum
Cost: Included with admission
‘Til Death Do Us Part: Late Night Catechism 3 at the Bucks County Playhouse
“‘Til Death Do Us Part: Late Nite Catechism 3” is the latest class to be unveiled in this sinfully funny series. After teaching countless students about the saints, venial sins, limbo and more, Sister is now offering up hilarious lessons on the Sacraments of Marriage and the Last Rites, including her own wacky version of the Newlywed Game. Classroom participation is a must, so bring along your sweetie and your sense of humor for a session with the country’s feistiest couples counselor!
When: January 26 – 28, 8 p.m. (Friday); 2 p.m. & 8 p.m. (Saturday); 2 p.m. (Sunday)
Where: Bucks County Playhouse
Cost: $35 – $55
Science Saturdays at Peace Valley Nature Center
Take the kids to Peace Valley Nature Center for fun hands-on experiments that explore how and why things work. Break, smash and spindle all in the name of science! Reservations are required.
When: January 27, 10 – 11:30 a.m.
Where: Peace Valley Nature Center
Cost: $20
Mardi Gras Murder Mystery Dinner at Fisher’s Tudor House
Spend an evening investigating a murder at the annual VooDoo Ball while trying delicious cuisine during this Mardi Gras-themed murder mystery dinner at Fisher’s Tudor House.
When: January 27, 7 p.m.
Where: Fisher’s Tudor House
Cost: $57.99
Live Music at the (Crossing) Vineyard!
Stop by Crossing Vineyards any weekend this Winter and relax with a “Crossing Cocktail,” a frosty YARDS Beer, or wine by the glass or bottle. “Un-wined” after a busy work week with live music and dancing.
When: January 27, 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Where: Crossing Vineyards and Winery
Cost: Pay as you go
Sunday, January 28
Panel Presentation: Art and Social Change at the Michener Art Museum
Visit the James A. Michener Art Museum and join in a dialogue that focuses on regional contemporary perspectives for artists, educators, museum personnel, students and community members, to engage the region as we work to inspire advocacy, activism, and meaningful community involvement in the arts.
When: January 28, 2 – 3:30 p.m.
Where: James A. Michener Art Museum
Cost: $20/non-members, $10/members, $5/student with valid I.D.
Winter Lecture Series at Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve
Join Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve for their popular Winter Lecture Series, featuring presentations by regionally renowned experts. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged. Walk-ins welcome as space permits.
When: January 28, 2 – 3 p.m.
Where: Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve
Cost: $12
January Sales Event at Peddler’s Village
Stroll through Peddler’s Village during its January Sales event to score great deals on everything from cozy winter clothing, to beautiful trinkets from unique artisan boutiques.
When: January 26 – 28, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. (Friday & Saturday); 12 – 5 p.m. (Sunday)
Where: Peddler’s Village
Cost: Free to attend
