Ready for some fall fun? Grab your stein and head to the Pearl S. Buck House for Octoberfest, attend an exciting concert or peruse many of our fall markets.
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 21
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
“Dracula”
Roxey Ballet's fall season brings back the Halloween favorite to the stage - DRACULA! Mark Roxey's original choreography, set to a collage of music and sound effects by David Hanoman, follows Bram Stoker's classic vampire tale.
When: Now through October 30
Where: Mill Ballet School Event Center
Cost: Prices vary
Stargazing Series
River House at Odette’s is hosting a series of Stargazing events fireside at Odette’s Overlook with Expert Allen Liu on-site to moderate details of that evening’s Orionids Meteor Shower, the most prolific meteor shower associated with Halley’s Comet.
When: October 21
Where: River House at Odette’s
Cost: Free to attend
The Del McCoury Band
Even among the pantheon of music’s finest artists, Del McCoury stands alone. From the nascent sound of bluegrass that charmed hardscrabble hillbilly honkytonks, rural schoolhouse stages, and the crowning glory of the Grand Ole Opry.
When: October 21
Where: Sellersville Theater
Cost: $49.50
Tupelo Honey – A Van Morrison Tribute
Join us for a great night with band Tupelo Honey presenting a Van Morrison Celebration!
When: October 21
Where: Havana Restaurant & Bar
Cost: $25
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
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
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
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
Walk This Way
Focused on the women who designed, manufactured, sold, and collected footwear, Walk This Way explores how shoes have transcended their utilitarian purpose to become representations of culture—coveted as objects of desire, designed with artistic consideration, and expressing complicated meanings of femininity, power, and aspiration.
When: Now through January 15
Where: Michener Art Museum
Cost: Prices vary
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 22
Flannel Fest
Grab your favorite flannel and head over to Warwick Farm Brewing for their annual Flannel Fest! As always, there will be great food and even better beer!
When: October 22
Where: Warwick Farm Brewing
Cost: Free to attend
Bucks County Symphony Orchestra Fall Concert
Music Director José Luis Domínguez makes his debut with the BCSO as it launches its 70th Anniversary Season with performances of Jean Sibelius’ Finlandia and Antonin Dvorak’s Symphony No 8.
When: October 22
Where: Central Bucks High School East
Cost: Prices vary
Hoppy Halloween & BeerFest
Broken Goblet Brewing presents HOPPY HALLOWEEN 8, a Halloween-centric beer fest that celebrates local first with some of the best libations available in the surrounding areas - and one of the best favorite holidays!
When: October 22
Where: Broken Goblet
Cost: $40
Outdoor Movie Night
Head to Peddler's Village for a night of fun as they present their "Outdoor Movie Series" taking place on the grounds in the village! This Saturday enjoy a Halloween classic, “Hocus Pocus”!
When: October 22
Where: Peddler’s Village
Cost: Free to attend
Ron White
Comedian Ron "Tater Salad" White first rose to fame as the cigar-smoking, scotch-drinking funnyman from the Blue Collar Comedy Tour phenomenon, but now as a chart-topping Grammy-nominated comedian and a feature film actor.
When: October 22
Where: Parx Casino
Cost: Prices vary
The 12th Annual Traditional Artists Show
As usual, this fabulous show presents work from some of the areas most relevant representational and contemporary artists of today while paying tribute to those past artists who have inspired them.
When: October 22-23
Where: The Barn at Southern Pines at Cornerstone Farm
Cost: Free to attend
The Governess
Miss Lucy Blaire spends her days teaching at the prestigious Kingsley Academy. She gives her students new life, instilling a sense of independence in the minds of her young ladies. But when she meets the mysterious Baron Weston, her own life changes forever. More than she could ever imagine.
When: October 21-22
Where: McCoole’s Arts & Events Place
Cost: $45
Oktoberfest
Join 1675 At The Ridges for a full day of Fall Cocktails - Local Craft Seasonal Beers - Live Music & German Style Food
When: October 22
Where: 1675 At The Ridges
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 23
Octoberfest
Join for an afternoon of fun for the inaugural Oktoberfest celebration at Pearl S. Buck Estate. Enjoy music, entertainment, food and drink, and peruse an array of vendors. It’s sure to be fun for the whole family!
When: October 23
Where: Pearl S. Buck House & Historic Site
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
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
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
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
Dreams of Freedom
Dreams of Freedom: The Threads That Hold Us Together was organized by the Sankofa Artisans Guild (SAG) and includes quilts and mixed media submitted by artists and crafters from around the country. The quilts depict scenes and themes honoring Tubman’s life and legacy.
When: Now through November
Where: Pennsbury Manor
Cost: Free to attend
Lumberville Ghosts & Spirits Bike Tour
Visit one of our favorite haunts along the D&L Trail. Learn why this may be the only spot in Bucks County where George Washington didn't sleep. Hear about the haunted bar stool, scorned woman in white, even stop by a creepy pet cemetery! Don't be afraid!
When: October 23
Where: Virginia Forrest Recreation Area
Cost: Prices vary
Phantasticus! Virtuoso Music for the Habsburg Emperors
The program features German, Italian and Austrian instrumental and vocal music of the 17th century, including works by Tarquinio Merula, Andreas Falconieri, Antonio Bertali, Samuel Capricornus, Christoph Bernhard, and Crato Bütner.
When: October 23
Where: La Fiocco
Cost: Prices vary
Yoga & Mimosas
Relax and find your inner calm with a 45-minute yoga session overlooking the vineyard, followed by a continental breakfast plate & mimosa.
When: October 23
Where: Crossing Vineyards and Winery
Cost: $50
Tricks & Treats 2022
Children are encouraged to come dressed in their favorite costumes and trick or treat around the site! In addition to collecting candy and toys, families can interact with colonial trade demonstrators, sit on the jury of a witch trial, press apples for cider, and enjoy other Halloween-themed games and activities.
When: October 23
Where: Pennsbury Manor
Cost: Free to attend
