There is plenty to do this weekend in Bucks County! Head to Neshaminy Creek Brewing Co. as they celebrate Oktoberfest, take a ride on the New Hope Railroad or attend an exciting show at Newtown Theatre.
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, SEPTEMBER 16
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
2022 Members Show
You are invited to the new art exhibition at AOY Art Center featuring 130 original works of art by 70 of their member artists.
When: September 16-18
Where: AOY Art Center
Cost: Free to attend
Brett Eldredge
Warner Music Nashville recording artist Brett Eldredge is baring his soul and embracing vulnerability in his latest tracks, "Holy Water" and "Want That Back." The new music follows his critically acclaimed fourth studio record, Sunday Drive, which took listeners on and unforgettable musical journey.
When: September 16
Where: Parx Casino
Cost: Prices Vary
Cheese & Charcuterie Workshop
Join for the new Charcuterie board making workshop! During this Friday evening workshop, you will be learning about the Art of Charcuterie boards, the difference in cheese and how to cut and arrange the vegetables on display and bringing home a beautiful cheese and charcuterie of your own to enjoy!
When: September 16
Where: Art in the Barn
Cost: $65
The Songs of Journey
“The Songs of Journey” features the Highway Run band. This one-night-only concert will bring all of Journey’s arena-rock hits to the cozy confines of the 240-seat Newtown Theatre.
When: September 16
Where: Newtown Theatre
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
2022 Summer Wine & Music Series
Head to Crossing Vineyards every Friday this summer to enjoy the beautiful weather and a glass of wine (or two) along with exciting live music!
When: Fridays through September 16
Where: Crossing Vineyards and Winery
Cost: Ticket prices vary
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17
Upper Bucks Brewfest
Head to this summer's Upper Bucks Brewfest and you'll have a good time! Plenty of craft brews/ wine/ spirits - food and merch vendors - raffles - games - cornhole tournament - live music from the Philadelphia Funk Authority.
When: September 17
Where: Park at 4th
Cost: Prices vary
14th Annual Hilltown Historical Society Fall Festival
Come one, come all! The Hilltown Historical Society presents its 14th Fall Festival on the grounds of the Strassburger Farmstead. They will feature antique sales, baked goods and refreshments for sale. Animals galore. Local artisans will be displaying their crafts.
When: September 17
Where: Strassburger Farmstead
Cost: Free to attend
22nd Annual Peace Fair
The 22nd annual Peace Fair features local crafts, artwork, food, games, animals and Bucks area non-profits whose focus is peace, community service, healthy living and the environment.
When: September 17
Where: Buckingham Friends Meetinghouse
Cost: Free to attend
Brian McKnight
As an artist who needs no introduction, Brian McKnight has gained international and domestic recognition, earning himself a spot in contemporary music history. He has released 19 albums to date over the past twenty-five years, selling over 30 million albums worldwide.
When: September 17
Where: Parx Casino
Cost: Prices Vary
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: September 17
Where: Tinicum Park
Cost: Prices Vary
Adam Ferrara
Ferrara is an actor, comedian, and co-host of the American version of the critically acclaimed BBC sensation, Top Gear.
When: September 17
Where: Newtown Theatre
Cost: $36
Harvest Wine Tasting with Lunch
Join Crossing Vineyards for a delightful afternoon of grape tasting, wine drinking and savoring a delicious light lunch. Get ready to learn, laugh and simply enjoy life!
When: September 17
Where: Crossing Vineyards and Winery
Cost: $75
Neshaminy Creek Oktoberfest
The annual Neshaminy Creek Oktoberfest is here! From stein hoisting competitions to delicious beer and a lot of soft pretzels, this years festivities at NCBC are bigger and better than ever.
When: September 17
Where: Neshaminy Creek Brewing Company
Cost: Prices Vary
Newtown BeerFest
Join the Newtown Fire Association for what is sure to be a great event. There will be locally brewed beers, great food and even better company.
When: September 17
Where: The Stocking Works
Cost: Prices Vary
Oldies on the River
Concert goers will experience a highly interactive and visually stunning production, enjoying hits spanning several decades.
When: September 17
Where: 250 Pond Street, Municipal Building
Cost: Free to attend
Open Saturdays
Placed on the National Register of Historic Landmarks in 1966, the Big House continues to provide an unparalleled look into our nation's past, while at the same time allowing visitors a glimpse into the lives of a family that helped shape its future.
When: September 17
Where: Andalusia Historic House, Gardens and Arboretum
Cost: Prices Vary
Speakeasy Train
Embark on a journey not just through the Bucks County foothills but to the surreptitious underbelly of 1920s nightlife. Shady figures will board you onto our early 20th-century parlor cars, where you’ll be served by our parlor car attendants.
When: September 17
Where: New Hope Railroad
Cost: Prices Vary
Yardley Harvest Day
Located in downtown Yardley, P.A., Yardley Harvest Day is a community-wide, family-friendly exhibitor’s event featuring unique crafters and artisans, businesses, kids and adult entertainment, and delicious food!
When: September 17
Where: Downtown Yardley
Cost: Free to attend
Fall Music & Food Truck Extravaganza
Join Rose Bank Winery as they celebrate fall with food trucks, live music and of course their delicious wine!
When: Saturdays through September 24
Where: Rose Bank Winery
Cost: Free to attend
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
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 18
Josh Ritter
Singer, songwriter & author Josh Ritter is known for his distinctive Americana style and narrative lyrics evident in his classic song “Kathleen.”
When: September 18
Where: Sellersville Theater
Cost: $45
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: September 18
Where: 2942 Holicong Road, Buckingham, PA
Cost: $35
Art on the Farm
A one day outdoor art festival with over 40 vendors, live music, food trucks and fun.
When: September 18
Where: AOY Arts Center
Cost: Free to attend
Sunday at the Movies
Celebrate Crossing Vineyards' Day at the newly renovated Newtown Theater. Enjoy the award-winning documentary Sour Grapes; popcorn and a glass of wine included.
When: September 18
Where: Newtown Theatre
Cost: Prices Vary
Walking the Farm
Grammy Award-winning choir The Crossing presents "Walking the Farm: A Progressive Concert" at Kings Oaks Farm. The interactive experience invites audience members to stroll the farm to hear brief sung performances at five sites—the barn, the creek, the old chapel, the field, the garden—while sampling local beer, wine, and small bites at each.
When: September 17-18
Where: Kings Oaks Farm
Cost: Prices Vary
Yoga & Beer
Enjoy a one-hour yoga class followed by drinks in the taproom. There is both a beginner and advanced friendly class.
When: September 18
Where: Neshaminy Creek Brewing Company
Cost: $30
Bikes & Brews Bike Tour
Join Funventures Tours for an easy bike ride along the D & L Trail into New Hope and stop for a pint at your choice of cool local spots. Refreshments are additional and optional.
When: September 18
Where: Virginia Forrest Recreation Area
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
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: September 17-18
Where: New Hope Railroad
Cost: $79.99
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
