Fall is in full swing! This weekend, head over to Shady Brook Farms to enjoy their FallFest, have a fright-filled evening on a ghost tour or catch an exciting performance at the Bucks County Playhouse.
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, OCTOBER 7
Scarecrows in the Village
For eight fun-filled weeks, one hundred scarecrows dot the brick pathways of our autumn-tinted Village. Some are inspired by famous characters, some are humorous, some are scary – but all of them are carefully handmade by Philly-area residents and organizations.
When: Now through October 31
Where: Peddler’s Village
Cost: Free to attend
Ghost Tours of Historic Hulmeville
View a short film about the history of Hulmeville and the paranormal hot spots in town. Then follow lantern led walking tour through downtown historic Hulmeville exploring 150 years of haunted history.
When: Fridays and Saturdays through October 15
Where: Hulmeville Borough Hall
Cost: Ticket prices vary
Ricky Nelson Remembered
Ricky Nelson, the original "teen idol," remains a chart topper and trail blazer to this day! His twin sons, multiplatinum recording artists Matthew and Gunnar Nelson, return to relive the music and memories with their multimedia event Ricky Nelson Remembered.
When: October 7
Where: Sellersville Theater
Cost: $33
The Count’s Halloween Spooktacular
The park will be transformed into a family-friendly Halloween haven and guests will enjoy trick-or-treating around the park, Halloween-themed shows, participating in our interactive Scarecrow Scavenger Hunt, and unique photo opportunities with everyone’s favorite furry friends dressed up in costume on their Halloween-themed floats!
When: Now through November 6
Where: Sesame Place
Cost: prices vary
A Leg Up
Charles’ family money is gone, and his rich wife wants a divorce. His future rests on the new XR3000, an intelligent prosthetic leg designed for the US senator who is running for president. Unfortunately, the leg is malfunctioning.
When: Now through October 9
Where: Bristol Riverside Theatre
Cost: $45
Evita
"Don't cry for me Argentina ..." Don't miss Andrew Lloyd Webber's legendary musical as it is re-imagined in this all-new production.
When: Now through October 30
Where: Bucks County Playhouse
Cost: Prices vary
FallFest
Come on out for some down on the farm fun including wagon rides, apple picking, pumpkin picking, 5-acre corn maze, live music & lots more festival activities.
When: Now through October 30
Where: Shady Brook Farm
Cost: Prices vary
47th Bucks County Designer House & Gardens
Tour Broadhurst, the 47th Bucks County Designer House & Gardens, after premier designers and landscapers reimagine this gracious Bucks County farmhouse dating to the late 1800s.
When: Now through October 16
Where: 2942 Holicong Road, Buckingham, PA
Cost: $35
Fall Festival at Hellerick’s Farm
Bring your family and friends to the rolling hills of Bucks County amidst the beauty of fall's finest colors to enjoy a great day of fun on the farm.
When: Now through November 28
Where: Hellerick’s Family Farm
Cost: Prices vary
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8
Yardley 2nd Saturday
Experience vibrant and authentic downtown Yardley every Second Saturday from 8 AM-Midnight. You’ll find specials, events, and activities in various locations!
When: October 8
Where: Downtown Yardley
Cost: Free to attend
Harvest Celebration
Come and taste the fruits of our wineries labor during the annual Harvest Celebration. In addition to sampling a variety of award-winning locally made Bucks County wines, guests can sample freshly pressed grape juices that have not yet fermented into wine.
When: October 8-9
Where: Various Wineries
Cost: Free to attend
Historic Fallsington Day
“A celebration of our past”...This free community event will include something for everyone with many family-friendly activities including live music, historical demonstrations, artists, crafters, and participation from many community partners.
When: October 8
Where: Historic Fallsington
Cost: Free to attend
Oktoberfest
Head over to Tranquility Brewing Company for an evening filled with traditional German cuisine and of course BEER!
When: October 8
Where: Tranquility Brewing Company
Cost: Prices vary
Over the River Bike Tour
Bike an easy, scenic 7-mile loop on the gravel trail from Yardley to Washington Crossing and back. Stop to check out the river views from the new Yardley Pedestrian bridge and maybe see some brave white-water kayakers!
When: October 8
Where: Yardley Park and Ride
Cost: Prices vary
WailON
WailOn recreates a full, 1970s-era Waylon Jennings and the Waylors stage show while performing the music of Jennings, Jessi Colter, Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, and the Outlaws of Music, including some modern artists such as Cody Jinks, Chris Stapleton and more.
When: October 8
Where: Newtown Theatre
Cost: Prices vary
Charlann Farms Fall Festival
The Fall Festival is a ton of fun for families. The activities/games are geared towards younger children. New Activities have been added this year, including a CORN MAZE and hayride to a "Pick Your Own" Pumpkin Patch.
When: Now through October 29
Where: Charlann Farms
Cost: Prices vary
Perkasie Farmers Market
Local farmers and food producers bring locally grown produce, eggs, microgreens, cheese, meat, honey, coffee, cookies and cakes, preserves, olive oil, sweet treats, flowers, plants, and more, as well as soap, handmade masks and homemade, local craft items.
When: Saturdays through October 29
Where: S. 7th St., Perkasie
Cost: Free to attend
Snipes Farmers Market
Come to the Big Red Barn on Snipes Farm to buy organic produce, plants, and other products. Visit the animals: chickens, ducks, goats, bunnies and more!
When: Saturdays through October 29
Where: Snipes Farm and Education Center
Cost: Free to attend
Outdoor Antique Market
Join The Pickers Junction at the Sellersville Outdoor Antique Market. Multiple vendors will showcase antiques, collectables, crafts and more.
When: Saturdays through October 29
Where: The Pickers Junction
Cost: Free to attend
Fall Excursion
On the Fall Excursion, passengers will enjoy a 2-hour round-trip excursion through scenic Bucks County. Passengers will ride aboard beautifully restored vintage (early 1900’s) passenger coaches while a narrator will provide you with interesting historical facts and stories of significant cultural locations along the route.
When: Now through November 6
Where: New Hope Railroad
Cost: Prices vary
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9
Philly Bites & Eats
Celebrate the best of the region as we pair the classic flavors of the City of Brotherly Love with Crossing’s award-winning wines.
When: October 9
Where: Crossing Vineyards and Winery
Cost: $60
Coffee Cruise Bike Tour
Enjoy a flat, easy, scenic ride along the D&L Trail from Tinicum Park, under the historic Uhlerstown Covered Bridge, to Homestead Coffee Roasters for a break and a snack
When: October 9
Where: Tinicum Park
Cost: Prices vary
Trick or Treat Train
Enjoy the trip, while participating in the live reading of Spookley the Square Pumpkin. Cheerful, seasonal songs will also be performed by one of the railroad’s musicians. After arriving back in New Hope, passengers will have the opportunity to trick or treat around the station platform for more treats and surprises with our costumed characters!
When: Now through October 30
Where: New Hope Railroad
Cost: Prices vary
Grapevine Express Wine & Cheese Tasting
Wine & Cheese will be served as you travel along the same railroad line passengers did when it was built in 1891 connecting New Hope with Philadelphia. Your journey will take you through the beautiful hills and valleys of Bucks County, along once vital waterways and streams and across numerous trestle bridges.
When: October 1-2
Where: New Hope Railroad
Cost: $79.99
93rd Juried Art Show at Phillips’ Mill
The show features the work of over 100 artists and sculptors with work ranging from the traditional to the contemporary to the abstract, and draws art lovers and collectors from Philadelphia to New York.
When: Now through October 30
Where: Phillips’ Mill
Cost: Prices vary
Bristol Borough Food & Farm Market
A brand-new outdoor Food & Farm Market featuring local food businesses. Head to Mill Street Crossing each Sunday to peruse fresh goods!
When: Sundays through October 9
Where: Mill Street Crossing
Cost: Free to attend
Founders & Fellows
Located in Foundation House (c.1925) in the historic English Village at Phillips Mill, the birthplace of Pennsylvania Impressionism and the New Hope School, Founders & Fellows will present a pictorial overview of the original New Hope Artist Colony and the artistic legacy of its Founders William Lathrop, Edward Redfield, and Daniel Garber.
When: Now through October 30
Where: New Hope Colony Foundation for the Arts
Cost: Prices vary
New Hope History Walking Tours
Take this 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: Every Sunday, 2:00PM to 3:00PM
Where: Start at The Parry Mansion
Cost: $10 per person
Clue
Based on the iconic 1985 Paramount movie which was inspired by the classic Hasbro board game, Clue is a hilarious farce-meets-murder mystery.
When: Weekends through October 15
Where: Town and Country Players, Inc.
Cost: Prices vary
Grapevine Express Wine & Cheese Tasting
Wine & Cheese will be served as you travel along the same railroad line passengers did when it was built in 1891 connecting New Hope with Philadelphia. Your journey will take you through the beautiful hills and valleys of Bucks County, along once vital waterways and streams and across numerous trestle bridges.
When: October 1-2
Where: New Hope Railroad
Cost: $79.99
Snipes Fall Festival
As the leaves turn crimson red and cool nights return, Snipes invites you to bring your whole family to the Farm. From tractor-drawn wagon rides to the Land of the Scarecrows and our gentle farm animals, they promise a good time for everyone.
When: Weekends through October 30
Where: Snipes Farm and Education Center
Cost: Prices vary
