Another busy weekend in Bucks County! Treat Dad to an array of fantastic Father’s Day happenings and make sure to head over to the Mercer Museum and Pennsbury Manor to celebrate Juneteenth!
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, JUNE 17
Bucks County Beach Days: Sand Sculptures in the Village
Peddler’s Village will showcase six 12-foot-tall sculptures and two smaller ones created by four world-renowned master sand sculptors. The spectacular sculptures will pay homage to Bucks County’s rich history, landmarks, and scenery.
When: Now through August 31
Where: Peddler’s Village
Cost: Free to attend
Eileen Ivers
Eileen Ivers is a celebrated guest soloist with over 50 Symphony Orchestras, who also shreds electric fiddle through fuzz, wah and looping effects
When: June 17
Where: Sellersville Theater
Cost: $29.50
Friday Night Food Truck Festival
Those warm summer nights just got even better! Bring a blanket and join Bolton Mansion for Food Truck Fridays. They’ll have a variety of delicious food trucks each month, a DJ, children’s activities, beer/cocktails, vendors and more!
When: June 17
Where: Historic Bolton Mansion c1687
Cost: Free to attend
Golden Oldies
It may be an oldie, but it’s still a goodie! Flip your lid for the hits of the 50s and 60s. Can you dig it?
When: Now through June 19
Where: Bristol Riverside Theater
Cost: $39
Priority Bike Popup
From May to August, Priority Bicycles is Cruising the East Coast! Their first-ever Summer Tour, powered by Gates Carbon Drive, is making 42-stops from Vermont to Florida, and on June 17th they will be joining River House at Odette’s! Stop by, say “Hi,” and test ride their award-winning Priority Coast—the first bike designed to tackle the salt, sand, and water of coastal environments.
When: June 17
Where: River House at Odette’s
Cost: Free to attend
Quinby’s Day of Play
QuiNBy’s Day of Play will include a DJ, yard games, Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard, and The Brick catering! In addition, they will be hosting an open house at the newly renovated Quakertown Community Pool.
When: June 17
Where: QuiNBy's Playground
Cost: Free to attend
The Roaring Funnies: A Motive for Murder
It’s the Roaring 20s and Prohibition is in full swing. Armed with Tommy guns and cheesy puns, two bumbling gangs are duking it out for control over the bootleg business. If you’re on the lookout for some illegal hooch, shady characters, and wise-cracking dames, knock three times, and tell ‘em “Sharky” sent ya!
When: June 17
Where: Cock ‘n Bull
Cost: $33
The Gondoliers
Join the Bucks County Gilbert & Sullivan Society and the singing gondoliers of this witty and colorful musical comedy! Set in romantic and picturesque 18th century Venice, accompanied by full live orchestra and with sumptuous costumes and sets, this musical romp will delight the entire family!
When: June 17-19
Where: Delaware Valley University
Cost: Prices vary
The Summer unWINED Concert Series
Enjoy an evening down on the farm with great live music, tasty food, locally brewed craft beer, Rose Bank Winery wines, specialty cocktails, and tons of activities for the kiddos.
When: Fridays through September 2
Where: Shady Brook Farm
Cost: Ticket 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
Elmo’s Springtacular at Sesame Place
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 19
Where: Sesame Place
Cost: Ticket prices vary
Keith Haring: A Radiant Legacy
Keith Haring (1958-1990) was arguably the most accomplished and prominent American artist of the 1980s. This exhibit is a private collection of more than 100 works, the show contains unique and notable pieces.
When: Now through July 31
Where: Michener Art Museum
Cost: Ticket prices vary
SATURDAY, JUNE 18
Juneteenth Freedom Day
Join Pennsbury Manor and The African American Museum of Bucks County to celebrate the Juneteenth Day of Freedom. Staff will share stories of the enslaved at Pennsbury and guests can join the staff and volunteers to read the names of Bucks County’s enslaved people to be remembered.
When: June 18
Where: Pennsbury Manor
Cost: Free to attend
Designed For Nature Garden Tour
The Bucks County Branch of the Woman's National Farm & Garden Association in partnership with Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve presents its sixth Garden Tour, this year showcasing five Doylestown area residential gardens in transition to the use of native plantings and creative water management.
When: June 18
Where: Various Garden addresses, Doylestown, PA 1890
Cost: Prices vary
Father’s Day Fan Fest
Celebrate Dad with a sports fan fest at Sesame Place! Father’s Day Fan Zone Festivities include special meet & greets, photo opportunities, games and more.
When: June 18-19
Where: Sesame Place
Cost: Prices vary
Happy Birthday Henry
Tour the James-Lorah Memorial Home, the birthplace of Henry Chapman Mercer, and help celebrate Henry's 166th birthday.
When: June 18
Where: James-Lorah Memorial Home
Cost: Ticket prices vary
New Hope Bike Tour
Join FunVentures Tours for a small-group, easy, flat ride along the D&L Trail from Washington Crossing Park in PA to New Hope and back.
When: June 18
Where: D&L Trail
Cost: Prices vary
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
The Craftery Market at Bishop Estate
The Craftery Market is a modern and unique market experience with 60+ vendors, featuring carefully curated, artisan handmade items, antique and vintage finds, fresh flowers, original art and more!
When: June 18
Where: Bishop Estate Vineyard and Winery
Cost: Free to attend
Practical Foraging: Summer Skin Salves and Sprays
Discover the wonders of the natural world and the incredible ways that plants provide for us during this practical foraging, summer skin workshop.
When: June 18
Where: Peace Valley Nature Center
Cost: $65
Music on Main
Music on Main is back for 2022, each Saturday through the summer. 6-8 pm at Buttonwood Plaza along Yardley Main Street. Please bring your chairs, grab a bite to eat in town, and then join for the show.
When: Saturdays through August 27
Where: Yardley Community Centre
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
Summer Music and Food Extravaganza
Join Rose Bank Winery as they celebrate summer with food trucks, live music their delicious wine!
When: Saturdays through August 20
Where: Rose Bank Winery
Cost: Free to attend
SUNDAY, JUNE 19
Calling All Dads
Dads deserve to be spoiled, too. Bring your favorite father to Crossing Vineyards for a tasting, and they’ll treat him to a complimentary glass of wine or draft beer from the bar.
When: June 19
Where: Crossing Vineyards and Winery
Cost: Free to attend
Father’s Day Brunch and Dinner
Treat the fathers and loved ones in your life on Sun, June 19th! Join the Washington House as they celebrate dad with his favorite things: good food and good drinks!
When: June 19
Where: Washington House Hotel and Restaurant
Cost: $35
Father’s Day Family Fest
Join Makers Off Main as they celebrate dad! With food trucks, kids activities, handmade goods, delicious beer, it will sure to put a smile on his face on a day that is all about him!
When: June 19
Where: The Tileworks
Cost: Free to attend
Juneteenth at the Mercer Museum
Join the first annual Juneteenth on the green at the Mercer Museum, in the heart of the Cultural District of Doylestown. There will be live music, dance, artists, crafts, food trucks, games, and interactive educational opportunities throughout the day.
When: June 19
Where: Mercer Museum
Cost: Free to attend
Peace Love Juneteenth
Paint, sip, relax, ahhh! Escape for 2 hours of fun art, not fine art. Invite friends and bring your favorite beverage and snacks. They’ll provide all your painting supplies and instructions. No art experience is necessary.
When: June 19
Where: Painting with a Twist
Cost: $39
Sunday Concerts at Buttonwood Park
Hang out downtown, grab some lunch and enjoy a relaxed Sunday vibe.
When: June 19
Where: Yardley Community Centre
Cost: Free to attend
Father’s Day Beer and Bonsai
Looking for the perfect thing for dad? Look no farther. Workshop participants receive a healthy, three-year-old, dwarf jade pre-bonsai tree, ceramic pot, soil and substrate, wire, and instruction to style your tree to change its shape and information to care for their tree for decades to come.
When: June 19
Where: Vault Brewing Company
Cost: Prices vary
Father’s Day Car Show
A great day for the entire family! The car show will feature trucks and cars as well as 50/50 raffles, delicious food and music!
When: June 19
Where: Irish Rover Station House
Cost: Free to attend
Summer Block Party
The Summer Block Party is back! Every weekend through the month of June, you can enjoy live entertainment, plenty of delicious food and drink specials, family-friendly activities and more!
When: Weekends through June 29
Where: Peddler’s Village
Cost: Free to attend
Doylestown Pride Festival
The multi-day event will feature a series of Film Screenings, Drag Brunch, Pride Block Party, Music Day, and various pop-up events and celebrations throughout the community.
When: Now through June 19
Where: Doylestown, PA
Cost: Free to attend
Summer Concert Series
The Bristol Borough Lions Club is sponsoring free concerts this summer. Come out to the waterfront to listen to some great music while enjoying the summer weather!
When: Sundays through September 11
Where: Bristol Historic District
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 a pony ride
