It’s gonna be May! This weekend sip through Washington Crossing’s Spring Brewfest, catch a pup-tascular show at Bucks County Playhouse or have an early celebration of mom at the Square at Dublin Town Center
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 5
Exhibition- Alan Goldstein Elemental
Using the language of abstraction, Alan Goldstein (b. 1938) explores nature, the human figure, and mortality in his large-scale paintings, drawings, and sculpture.
When: Now through September 24
Where: Michener Art Museum
Cost: Prices vary
Chris Pinnella: Sinatra the Main Event Live
Flashback to 1974, Madison Square Garden, New York City and join powerhouse vocalist Chris Pinnella along with his 12-Piece Big Band as they perform Frank Sinatra's iconic telecast, 'The Main Event' Live in its entirety from beginning to end.
When: May 5
Where: The Tavern at New Hope Winery
Cost: $40
Engage and Explore- Biomes: Tropical Rainforest
This is an inquiry-based approach to advanced biological concepts. Open to ages 5-12, we will have themed games, crafts, and hands-on learning with the nature center animals.
When: May 5
Where: Barn Nature Center
Cost: Prices vary
Graham Parker
For 30 years, Graham Parker has been slinging his signature sound, earning a spot in the pantheon of influential rock and roll figures.
When: May 5
Where: Sellersville Theater
Cost: $33
Perkasie First Friday’s
Attendees will enjoy a casual, family friendly atmosphere filled with music, entertainment, food trucks, and shopping and dining specials.
When: May 5
Where: Perkasie, PA
Cost: Free to attend
Styx
The six men comprising Styx have committed to rocking the Paradise together with audiences far and wide by entering their second decade of averaging over 100 shows a year, and each one of them is committed to making the next show better than the last.
When: May 5
Where: Parx Casino®
Cost: Prices vary
SATURDAY, MAY 6
Elmo’s Springtacular
Elmo’s Springtacular at Sesame Place is filled with furry fun and exciting events! Join in on the fun with an exciting line up of meet & greets, music, magic, pirate adventures, and fireworks.
When: Now through June 15
Where: Sesame Place® Philadelphia
Cost: Prices vary
Mutts Gone Nuts
Imagine nine of the world’s most talented 4-legged performers in an uproariously funny, comedy dog spectacular that is leaving audiences everywhere howling for more!
When: May 5-6
Where: Bucks County Playhouse
Cost: Prices vary
Washington Crossing Brewfest
At the Spring Brewfest, you’ll enjoy sampling over 100 different beers from more than 60 breweries, live music (bagpipe rock!), and food vendors.
When: May 6
Where: Washington Crossing Historic Park
Cost: Prices vary
An Evening of Classical Music
Join Sonophonix for an evening of fantastic classical music featuring pianist Deborah Robb and cellist Xue Yang Liu. Pieces include works by Debussy, Mendelssohn, Brahms and Schumann.
When: May 6
Where: Yardley Community Centre
Cost: $30
British Invasion Years
More than just the Beatles, this nostalgic musical tribute spans the entire 60s British Invasion era with music from BOTH sides of the Atlantic, and is three acts in one!
When: May 6
Where: The Tavern at New Hope Winery
Cost: $40
Chelcie Lynn
Chelcie Lynn is a comedian, actress, and internet personality who was recently named one of Variety's 2021 Top 10 Comics to Watch.
When: May 6
Where: Parx Casino®
Cost: Prices vary
Kentucky Derby “Run for the Rosés”
Get out your fancy hats and join us on Derby Day! Drink specials (including Crossing’s take on the Mint Julep), pre-race TV coverage and extended hours to see who takes the crown.
When: May 6
Where: Crossing Vineyards and Winery
Cost: Free to attend
Mimosas with Mom
We're honoring mom and mimosa lovers with bubbly pours and seasonal specials. This intimate 60-minute experience takes place in the Wine Studio and provides access to some of their latest wine releases.
When: May 6
Where: Chaddsford Winery
Cost: $35
Spring Food Truck Festival
Grab a blanket and join us on the hill at Bolton Mansion on May 6th from 11-4 for a variety of different food trucks, beer/cocktail garden, vendors, children's activities and a DJ!
When: May 6
Where: Historic Bolton Mansion c1687
Cost: Free to attend
Spring Cleaning & Open House
Enjoy a free tour of the historic buildings & grounds and try a few historic trades & crafts for yourself. Artist Ed Kane will also be on-site showcasing some of his recent creations.
When: May 6
Where: Historic Fallsington
Cost: Free to attend
The Garden Party at Andalusia
Each year, friends and guests enjoy cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and breathtaking blooms at Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum during the Garden Party fundraiser.
When: May 6
Where: Andalusia Historic House, Gardens and Arboretum
Cost: Prices vary
Cupcake Decorating Contest & Display
On display from May 3-20, this icing-laced display will include professional and amateur culinary creations in four categories: Traditional, Baker’s Choice, Student, and Kids.
When: Now through May 20
Where: Peddler's Village
Cost: Free to attend
Father, Son and Holy Cow!
The laughter grows as we watch 3 generations from 2 different families collide over lasagna, rocks & a black wedding dress.
When: Weekends through May 7
Where: McCoole's Arts & Events Place
Cost: $25
Mid-Century to Manga: The Modern Japanese Print in America
The exhibition highlights the contributions of James Michener in the United States’ national appreciation and consumption of Japanese prints and print-media in the post-war period and celebrates the continued local interest in, and contributions to, contemporary Japanese and Japanese-American print-making and illustration.
When: Now through July 30
Where: Michener Art Museum
Cost: Prices vary
SUNDAY, MAY 7
Strawberry Festival
The weekend will include strawberry-themed food, beverages, live music, food trucks, kids’ activities, and shop specials.
When: May 6-7
Where: Peddler's Village
Cost: Free to attend
An Afternoon with Benjamin Franklin
Hear about Ben's travels with other Founding Fathers and some of his experiences in Bucks County, and much more in this lively discussion of tales about our nation's early history.
When: May 7
Where: Parry Mansion Museum
Cost: Free to attend
Andrew Duhon
Andrew Duhon is a songwriter from New Orleans whose ability to craft a three-minute novel has earned him comparisons to John Prine and Jim Croce, while the powerful soul of his voice evokes a youthful Van Morrison.
When: May 7
Where: Sellersville Theater
Cost: $21.50
Mother’s Day Bubbles & Brunch
Join us for a lovely morning out on the patio for an alfresco brunch with mimosas! Celebrate the moms in your life (or grab your mom friends for a treat-yourself morning!) and enjoy live music and great food in a beautiful atmosphere!
When: May 7
Where: The Square at Dublin Town Center
Cost: Prices vary
Strawberry Festival
The weekend will include strawberry-themed food, beverages, live music, food trucks, kids’ activities, and shop specials.
When: May 6-7
Where: Peddler's Village
Cost: Free to attend
The Doans & the Revolution Lecture
During the lecture, Mercer Museum Curators Annie Halliday and Clint Flack will discuss the notorious Doan gang and their activities early in the American Revolution.
When: May 7
Where: Washington Crossing Historic Park
Cost: Free to attend
Grapevine Express
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: May 6-7
Where: New Hope Railroad
Cost: Prices vary
nkwiluntàmën
nkwiluntàmën: I long for it; I am lonesome for it (such as the sound of a drum) is an immersive sound walk through the riverfront grounds of Pennsbury Manor by artist Nathan Young. Young takes listeners across the historic site, experiencing sounds of music, voice, and environmental recordings.
When: Every Sunday
Where: Pennsbury Manor
Cost: Free to attend
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
Pony Rides
Join the Rainbow Ridge Farm Therapeutic Equestrian Center for fun filled pony rides every Sunday from 12 PM – 2 PM. Spend the day with their adorable ponies and even go feed their petting zoo animals!
When: Every Sunday
Where: Rainbow Ridge Farm Therapeutic Equestrian Center
Cost: $10
