This autumn is going to be a little different than usual, but that doesn’t mean we can’t still enjoy time with our friends and family. Check out what is available in our neighborhood and plan out your families next fall outing!
CHESTER COUNTY Events and Activities:
Spooky Family Drive-In Movie Night: Hocus Pocus
October 17th: 5:00-9:30 pmPresented by the Avon Grove Library and Penn Township, this family oriented event will be held at the Penn Township Sports Park on Jennersville Rd. Find out more about this FREE event and register your vehicle here.
Halloween Moonwalk:
October 30th: 6:00-9:00 pmEnjoy a moonlit walk along the French Creek Trail - FYI this walk will NOT be scary. Costumes are encouraged and bring flashlights! Please note, “if guidance from the Governor’s office is altered, or if the weather forecast calls for storms, this event may be cancelled. Please check the event Facebook page and the East Pikeland website, www.eastpikeland.org for up-to-date information.” Click here for more info
Butterfly Baskets FREE Virtual 5K Run and 1-Mile Walk or Fun Run:
November 6th - 16th: All DayButterfly Baskets’ mission is to support women and their families in the Chester County community who experience complicated pregnancies, infertility, miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant loss. The run is free but donations are welcomed and there are some t-shirts and swag bags available. Full details on how to sign up and participate in this virtual event can be found here.
Apple Picking, Pumpkin Patches, Corn Mazes, and More:
For the whole fall seasonThere are still many farms hosting some of our favorite fall traditions! Check out this great compiled list.
DELAWARE COUNTY Events and Gatherings:
Fall Foliage Ride:
October 17th: 9:30 am - 4:00 pmAttention Bikers! This one is for you — take a ride to New Hope in Bucks County by following River Rd. It’s the perfect setting for a fall ride. Find out more details on how to request to join here. Please note it’s free to ride, registration is to help keep track of everyone.
Chrysanthemum Festival at Longwood Gardens
October 22nd - November 15th: Times varyExperience the unveiling of the Thousand Bloom Mum—a single plant bearing more than 1,500 perfect blooms on a single stem. Timed tickets are required with social distancing guidelines in place. Plan your visit here!
Apple Picking in Delaware County
For The SeasonApple picking, hayrides, pumpkin patches, and other family fall activities are still available! Want to know what farms are doing what and how? Check out this comprehensive list here.
Boo at the Zoo! (Philadelphia)
October 16th - November 1: 9:30 am - 5:00 pmIt’s a Halloween extravaganza at the Philadelphia Zoo! There are new guidelines in place for social distancing and mask protocols. Check out their website for all you need to know and to register/purchase tickets!
Let us know what events you are participating in or gatherings you are attending! When you share on social media add our hashtags #thesteveritterteam and #ritterhomesonline !