Kickoff apple season at Peddler’s Village, take advantage of last chance Halloween haunts and watch the debut of the Broadway-bound show, The Rivals, at the Bristol Riverside Theatre!
Peddler’s Village is hosting its annual Apple Festival, filled with family-friendly entertainment and plenty of delicious apple treats! If you’re still in the mood for spooks, the Valley of Fear in Feasterville still has a couple weekends of terrifying attractions to experience. Don’t miss the debut of the Bristol Riverside Theatre’s hilarious musical comedy, The Rivals!
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, November 2
Canal-o-Ween’s 10th Annual Jack-o-Lantern Stroll
Take a peaceful stroll along the beautiful and historic Delaware Canal in Yardley to view the 300+ Jack-o-Lanterns of Canal-O-Ween glowing in the darkness. Join Visit Bucks County for a guided tour of Yardley during our fall Photo Walk before the stroll from 4:30 – 6 p.m.!
When: November 2 – 3, 6 – 10 p.m.
Where: Delaware Canal in Yardley
Cost: Free to attend
The Rivals at the Bristol Riverside Theatre
The Rivals, the famously funny farce with Mrs. Malaprop, is now a hilarious new musical. Be the first audience to experience this Broadway-bound, world premiere with book and lyrics by two-time Tony nominee, Peter Kellogg, and music by two-time Richard Rodgers Award-winner, Stephen Weiner.
When: November 2 – 4, check online for showtimes
Where: Bristol Riverside Theatre
Cost: $46 - $54
Valley of Fear and the Original Haunted Hayrides
Ride through the deepest, darkest woods in Bucks County! With new spooks, new scares and even more thrilling, the Original Haunted Hayride, Scarytales, The Facility and Operation Z Escape.
When: November 2 – 4, 7 – 10 p.m.
Where: Phoenix Sport Club
Cost: $21 – $47 for attractions
Once Upon a Time… Exploring the World of Fairy Tales at Mercer Museum
Step inside the larger-than life pages of beloved fairy tales from around the globe including Cinderella, Beauty and the Beast, and Jack and the Beanstalk during the Mercer Museum’s “Once Upon A Time… Exploring the World of Fairy Tales” exhibit. Check out this Friday’s “Twilight Tales” special event!
When: November 2 – 4, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Where: Mercer Museum
Cost: Free with museum admission
Fall Harvest Festival at Hellerick’s Family Farm
Bring your family and friends to the historic Hellerick’s Family Farm a festival filled with family-fun activities like hayrides, pumpkin bowling and an Aerial Adventure Park!
When: November 2 – 4, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Where: Hellerick’s Family Farm
Cost: $9.99/Fridays, $12.99/Saturday & Sunday
“30 Years: Art at the Michener” at the James A. Michener Art Museum
The Michener presents “30 Years: Art at the Michener, 1988-2018”, a special exhibition that invites visitors to learn new stories about familiar works of art and discover objects from the Museum’s vault that have never before been on display.
When: November 2 – 4, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Where: James. A Michener Art Museum
Cost: Free to attend
The Goblet of Poison at Peddler’s Pub
Visit Peddler’s Pub for a night of magic and murder as you investigate a deadly crime in the school of Hagmoles. Enjoy a delicious meal to compliment your night of solving the murder mystery! Reservations are required.
When: November 2 – 3, 7 p.m.
Where: Peddler’s Pub
Cost: $69.95
Bucks County’s First Art Hotel
The Centre Bride Inn is presenting Bucks County’s inaugural Art Hotel venture to the area’s community of art enthusiast far and near.
When: November 2 – 3
Where: Centre Bridge Inn
Cost: Free to attend
Mill Street Music Photography Exhibition & Reception
The Centre for the Arts is hosting a night of music photography featuring dynamic images from live performances and local and national acts. Enjoy live music by Mikey Jr. and Matthew Daniels!
When: November 2, 6 – 10 p.m.
Where: Centre for the Arts
Cost: Free to attend
TC Tahoe Stand-Up Comedy & Magic
Watch TC’s perfect blend of improvisational stand-up comedy, world class sleight-of-hand and acclaimed storytelling on display at the Smoke & Mirrors Magic Theater! Reservations are required.
When: November 2, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Smoke & Mirrors Magic Theater
Cost: $25- $35
Live Music at the New Hope Winery
Don’t miss memorable performances by New York State of Mind and Eaglemania this weekend at the New Hope Winery! Reservations are required.
When: November 2, 8 – 10 p.m. (NYSOM) and November 3, 8 – 10 p.m. (Eaglemania)
Where: The New Hope Winery
Cost: $25 (NYSOM), $39 (Eaglemania)
Michelle Lordi at the Bucks County Community College
In the tradition of great jazz and popular singers like Peggy Lee, Jo Stanfford, K.D. Lang and Patsy Cline Michelle Lordi's music defies traditional categorization. Hear her perform this weekend at the Bucks County Community College!
When: November 2, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Bucks County Community College
Cost: $10
Saturday, November 3
Apple Festival at Peddler’s Village
Celebrate apple season in Bucks County with a weekend of family fun at the Peddler’s Village 45th Annual Apple Festival.
When: November 3 – 4, 10 a.m. – 6 pm.
Where: Peddler’s Village
Cost: Free to attend
Fonthill and Flames
Join local potter, Eric Boyton, for a fun, hands on workshop and learn about the age-old firing techniques of Raku pottery. Reservations are required.
When: November 3, check online for workshop schedule
Where: Fonthill Castle
Cost: $75
Theatrical Storytime with Storybook Musical Theatre: Cinderella
Join Storybook Musical Theatre and the Mercer Museum for a family-friendly storytelling program featuring Cinderella. This event features a reading of the beloved fairy tale as well as theater games and activities.
When: November 3, 2 – 3 p.m.
Where: Mercer Museum
Cost: Free with museum admission
Tower Tour for Families at Fonthill Castle
Take a one-hour tour of Henry Mercer’s castle starting in the basement and climbing all the way to the tower. Children and parents can explore areas not normally seen in regular tours, including the kitchen, morning room, wind room, as well as the top terrace. Reservations are required.
When: November 3, 10:15 – 11:45 a.m.
Where: Fonthill Castle
Cost: $15/adults, $8/youth
Pairing Wine with Food and Cupcakes at Crossing Vineyards
Enjoy a tasting of several of Crossing's award-winning wines, paired with a selection of sensational mini cupcakes, as well as a class on basic food pairing. Reservations are required.
When: November 3, 2 p.m. (Cupcakes) and 7 p.m. (Food)
Where: Crossing Vineyards and Winery
Cost: $35/cupcake pairing, $65/food pairing
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: November 3, 1 – 5 p.m.
Where: Crossing Vineyards and Winery
Cost: Pay as you go
Race for Resources at Bucks County Community College
Come to the Race for Resources for a family friendly morning featuring games and a delicious lunch! Runners can choose from a 5K or 10K course through Tyler State Park while walkers enjoy a 1-mile stroll through the picturesque Bucks County Community College Campus.
When: November 3, check online for race times
Where: Bucks County Community College and Tyler State Park
Cost: $35
Saturday Morning Bird Walk at Peace Valley Nature Center and Churchville Nature Center
Join the Peace Valley Nature Center or the Churchville Nature Center every Saturday morning for an early morning bird walk with an experienced bird watcher.
When: November 3, 8 – 9:30 a.m. (Peace Valley) & 7 – 9 a.m. (Churchville)
Where: Peace Valley Nature Center & Churchville Nature Center
Cost: Free to attend
Sunday, November 4
Stories and Stuff: Once Upon a Time
In this creative workshop series of ten sessions guided by artist-in-residence Darcy Fair, children ages 6-12 create their own magical stories inspired by fairy tales. Sessions feature live music, read-aloud stories and imaginative play. Reservations are required.
When: November 4, 1 – 2:15 p.m.
Where: Mercer Museum
Cost: Free to attend
An Afternoon of Opera and Song at the Michener
Enjoy a concert of classical and near-classical repertoire by the award-winning Resident Artists of Philadelphia’s world-renowned Academy of Vocal Arts with a program to include selections from opera, operetta and classic Broadway. Reservations are required.
When: November 4, 2:30 – 4 p.m.
Where: James A. Michener Art Museum
Cost: $25
“It Was a Very Good Year” – A Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra
Watch Tony Sands as he delivers a multimedia extravaganza that featuring plenty of stunning graphics – a must see for any Sinatra fan!
When: November 4, 2 – 3:30 p.m.
Where: Newtown Theatre
Cost: $20
Sunday Crafternoons at Naked Brewing Company
Join the Naked Brewing Company for Sunday Crafternoons! Enjoy discounted drinks and participate in a different arts and crafts project each week.
When: November 4, 4 – 7 p.m.
Where: Naked Brewing Co.
Cost: Free to attend
Annual Small Works Show
Don’t miss the opening reception of the Annual Small Works Show, featuring over 35 artists with new work being displayed regularly.
When: November 4, 1 – 4 p.m.
Where: Canal Frame – Crafts Gallery
Cost: Free to attend
Vinyasa at the Vineyard
Enjoy a one-hour Vinyasa yoga class at Crossing Vineyards – fun for all levels from beginner to advanced. Then savor a guided tasting of Crossing's award winning-wines with perfect little bites and keep your logo wine glass as a souvenir! Reservations are required.
When: November 4, 11 a.m.
Where: Crossing Vineyards and Winery
Cost: $50