Gay Street Open-Air Market:
The Open-Air Market gives residents and visitors more space to shop, eat, and explore town! Four blocks of Gay Street are closed to vehicles each weekend so everyone can partake in al fresco dining and shopping. Restaurants and retail extend into the street, so you can enjoy the beautiful weather!
Longwood Gardens - Festival of Fountains:
Summer at Longwood makes a splash as the Gardens’ fountain collection jets to life. The Main Fountain Garden offers jaw-dropping performances daily and extended hours for Illuminated Fountain Performances on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings. Guests can also enjoy the Open Air Theatre fountains, which perform daily, as well as the picturesque Italian Water Garden, which offers a cool respite from the warm summer sun. Festival of Fountains also features the Gardens in their summer splendor. Guests can also embark on a walk in the expansive Meadow Garden, enjoy a shaded stroll among Longwood’s historic trees, and enjoy sitting under the stars with family and friends in our popular Beer Garden.
Pints on the Preserve at ChesLen Preserve:
East Branch Brewing Company will be pouring suds at the Lenfest Center pavilion. Enjoy refreshments with a take-your-breath-away view.
West Chester Growers Market 2025:
Bring the kids (pets included) for a free photo opportunity with Mr. and Mrs. Easter Bunny. Remember your camera!
Before or after your picture, don't forget to visit with our spring animals. We will have chicks, ducks, and bunnies for families to visit.
Historic Sugartown Summer Biergarten:
Explore Sugartown’s historic buildings with your friends and enjoy great food and great company!
Drinks and food trucks! Check out some of our local craft vendors who will be in attendance!
Music at Marshall Square Park:
Our FREE summer concerts are returning once again in 2025…and everyone is invited!
Wine Through Winterthur: Sip Among the Blooms:
Enjoy a leisurely walking wine and cheese tasting through the vibrant garden at Winterthur. Stroll at your own pace, discovering seasonally inspired wines from Moët Hennessy and artisanal cheeses from Birchrun Hills Farm, The Farm at Doe Run, UDairy Creamery and other local favorites.
Fireworks & Annual Good Neighbor Day Downingtown 2025:
Fireworks, crafts, food, runs, carnival and more!! Benefiting ambulance and rescue squads in the Downingtown Area School District.
Fireworks & Fountains at Longwood Gardens:
The spectacular Fireworks & Fountains Shows return this summer, setting the sky—and our hearts—aglow.