This weekend, find outdoor tours, food & drink events, and of course, super-cool Mother’s Day happenings!

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, May 7

Shady Brook Farm

Summer unWINEd Concerts

The party’s at our place all summer long and you’re invited! Enjoy live music by amazing bands in the Festival Field every Friday evening (& two special Saturdays). Bring the whole family…we’ve got lots of activities for the kiddos, lawn games, food, drinks & fun!

When: Recurring weekly on Friday, Saturday

Where: Shady Brook Farm

Cost: Admission varies

Dan May

Singer-songwriter Dan May's career path has taken more twists and turns than a corkscrew in a hurricane. He has worked as a grave-digger, television cameraman, short-order cook, nuclear missile security guard, gas station attendant, ice cream truck driver, delivery man, amusement park worker and greenhouse laborer, all before the age of 25. While studying music composition in college, he inadvertently stumbled upon an international opera career that forced him to leave a promising future as a songwriter behind.

When: May 7, 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM

Where: Sellersville Theater

Cost: $25

Through the Lens: Modern Photography in the Delaware Valley

Brand new exhibit! Through the Lens explores nearly 70 years of artistic experimentations with photographic processes and subject matter by artists in the Delaware Valley region. With work ranging from carefully hand-painted, bucolic landscapes to decisive snapshots taken on the street, Through the Lens highlights distinctive work in the Michener’s photography collection, including many that have never before been on view.

When: Through August 15

Where: Michener Art Museum

Cost: Free with museum admission

New Hope Arts Members' Spring Salon Exhibition

New Hope Arts showcases the diversity, expertise and wide-ranging interests of its professional artist membership in the Members’ Spring Salon. This exciting and inclusive exhibition of contemporary art in the region includes open media two- and three- dimensional work. View online or in-gallery.

When: Through May 9

Where: New Hope Arts Center

Cost: Free to Attend

46th Bucks County Designer House & Gardens House Tour

Join the Village Improvement Association of Doylestown (VIA) in 2021 for their 46th annual Bucks County Designer House & Gardens event where they will be restoring Mearns Mill Manor, a wonderful 1870s mansion in Ivyland, to it former grace and splendor.

When: Through May 30, Times vary

Where: 545 Almshouse Road, Ivyland, PA 

Cost: Admission prices vary

Saturday, May 8

Sellersville Theater

Joe Louis Walker

Joe Louis Walker is a true powerhouse guitar virtuoso, unique singer and prolific songwriter. Walker, a Blues Hall of Fame inductee and six-time Blues Music Award winner, has toured extensively throughout his career, performing at the world’s most renowned music festivals, and earned a legion of dedicated fans.

 When: May 8, 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM

Where: Sellersville Theater

Cost: $25

Mother's Day at The Flour Cart

Join us at The Farm to celebrate all of the Special Mom's in your life. We have some amazing bakery specials that are available for pre-order to take home for all of your family celebrations or bring your Mom to The Farm and have brunch at The Farm in our New Outdoor Garden Seating with additional Fire Pits. 

When: May 8, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Where: The Farm Bakery & Events

Cost: Prices vary

Charlie Zahm & Tad Marks Concert - A Tribute to John Denver & the Great Outdoors!

Returning for another awesome concert - Charlie Zahm on vocals & guitar and Tad Marks on fiddle! The Concert is planned to take place at SLNC’s beautiful outdoor Amphitheater.

When: May 8, 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM

Where: Silver Lake Nature Center

Cost: $15

Live Music at the Vineyard!

Enjoy acoustic music from local performers. Check the website for complete details: performances and schedule subject to changes. No cover charge.

When: May 8, 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Where: Crossing Vineyards and Winery

Cost: Free to attend

Spring Food Truck Festival

Join us at Bolton Mansion on May 8th from 11-4 for the first food truck festival of the year!! Enjoy food from our amazing food trucks, vendors, children’s activities, a DJ and beer/cocktails!

When: May 8, 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Where: Historic Bolton Mansion c1687

Cost: Free to attend

Storybook Concert Series: Ricky, the Rock that Couldn't Roll

This is a FREE and fun family event! Every book The Conservatory chooses connects music, education and literacy. There is limited capacity, which will ensure a socially distanced, safe & enjoyable experience! Masks are required. 

When: May 8, 9:30 AM to 10:00 AM

Where: 4059 Skyron Drive, Doylestown, PA 18902

Cost: Free

The Craftery Market at Downtown Perkasie

Join us at The Craftery Market, a modern and unique market experience with 50 + vendors, featuring carefully curated, artisan handmade items, antique and vintage finds, fresh flowers, original art, food trucks, live music and more! !

When: May 8, 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Where: Perkasie Borough

Cost: Free

Saturday Morning Bird Walk

The Silver Lake Nature Center inspires connections with Nature for people of all ages, interests, and abilities through education, recreation, preservation, research, and advocacy. Grab the family for a fun morning on the trails!

When: Saturdays through May 29

Where: Silver Lake Nature Center

Cost: Free

African American Museum of Bucks County Exhibit

The African American Museum of Bucks County, (AAMBC), is pleased to bring its exhibit, "Building on the Dream: From Africa to Bucks County" to The Parry Mansion Museum.  See the museum's collection of artifacts from Africa and learn about the culture, contributions of African Americans in Bucks County and beyond. The museum not only recognizes well known historical figures but seeks to bring to light untold stories and hidden figures in Bucks County today.

When: Begins May 1

Where: Parry Mansion Museum

Cost: $5/person, children are free

Comedy on the Crick! - Weekly Comedy Show & Dinner

Grab your friends for a night out you won't soon forget! Large groups & birthdays welcome. Weekly comedy show with some of the funniest comedians in around!

When: May 8, 7:00 PM

Where: 2049 Bristol Pike, Bensalem 

Cost: Dinner & Show - $38, Comedy Show Only - $20

Sunday, May 9

New Hope PrideFest 2019

New Hope Celebrates 2021 Pridefest

NHC is planning numerous events that can be experienced safely throughout May and June. The NHC Board is working on creating a variety of events to support our local community, encourage people to come OUT, and celebrate who they are. The events include the Annual Best Cocktail Contest which will be extended to 3 weeks to allow more time for participants to safely enjoy their cocktails and vote, our Annual Flag Unfurling on May 8th., several drag shows, a book club event, mental health events, cocktail socials, a Pride bike ride, a Pride drive-in movie, and more!

When: May 8 - 15

Where: New Hope Celebrates

Cost: Free

Mother's Day Weekend Dines at Sesame Place

Celebrate Mom with a fun-filled visit to Sesame Place and a special Mother’s Day Dine with Elmo & Friends! Enjoy a delicious and safe buffet meal with your favorite furry friends and all moms will receive a rose.

When: May 8 - 9, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Where: Sesame Place® Philadelphia

Cost: Admission varies

Elmo's Springtacular at Sesame Place

Elmo’s Springtacular at Sesame Place is filled with furry fun and exciting events! On weekends from April 24 through June 20, join in on the fun with an exciting line up of meet & greets, music, magic, pirate adventures, and fireworks. With limited capacity, physical distancing, increased cleaning, and more, it’s a great time to get back to fun in our spacious outdoor park.

When: April 24 - June 20

Where: Sesame Place® Philadelphia

Cost: Admission varies

NEW! Celebrate Mom!

Avoid the brunches and overpriced flower arrangements! Bring your mom in for a tasting and we’ll treat her to a complimentary glass of wine to follow. What better way to show your favorite mom some love? Tastings are offered on the hour; reservations required. Offer valid with the purchase of two Classic Wine Tastings. 

When: May 9, 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Where: Crossing Vineyards and Winery

Cost: No cover charge

Mimosas with Mom in Peddlers Village

Celebrate Mom with Build-Your-Own Mimosa Packages (Seating is first come first served) at Chaddsford Winery in Lahaska. Cheers!

When: May 8-9

Where: Chaddsford Winery

Cost: Free to attend, package prices vary

Nature's confetti

 Join us on Mother’s Day to take a look at Natures bounty of colors bursting forth. Let’s see what plants, animals and others are showing off their beautiful spring colors!

When: May 9, 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Where: Peace Valley Nature Center

Cost: NO FEE pre-registration needed

New Hope History Walking Tours

Take our expertly guided walking tour to see the places and hear the tales that make New Hope such a fascinating place. The tour is approximately one mile long and lasts about one hour.

When: May 9, 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Where: New Hope Historical Society

Cost: Adults $5, Children Free