Art on the Ave
Visit West Reading Penn Ave, West ReadingWest Reading will host its 29th annual Art on the Avenue, Berks County’s premiere art and music festival, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., June 17, on Penn Avenue. The event, sponsored by Customers Bank and Tower Health is rain or shine and showcases the work of local and regional artists, crafters, vendors, West Reading ... Read more
Juneteenth History
Pottsgrove Manor 100 West King St, PottstownHonor the history of the Black experience in America with two Juneteenth presentations at Pottsgrove Manor. Daniel Flickinger will tell the important work done by the Friends of the African Union Church of South Coventry, exploring the congregation’s history and protecting the church cemetery. Next, join in the journey down the research rabbit-hole, following Pottsgrove ... Read more
Morgantown Carnival
Caernarvon Friendship Park Chestnut St & North St, MorgantownCome out and enjoy the annual Morgantown Carnival. Rides, music, local vendors, and plenty of food. Carnival runs Tuesday June 13 through Saturday, June 17. Two nights of fireworks in 2023 - Friday and Saturday!
Reading Firefighters Museum Tours
Reading Area Firefighters Museum 5th & Laurel Street, ReadingThe Reading Area Firefighters Museum is committed to the preservation of the Liberty Fire Co. No 5 building. The 1876 built structure at South Fifth & Laurel Streets, Reading, PA. This includes the building contents consisting of firefighting memorabilia, antique furnishings, and the John Wanamaker designed “best room”. Read all about the Reading Area Firefighters ... Read more
Family Bike Hike
The Nature Place 575 St. Bernardine Street, ReadingGet on your bikes and ride with us! Starting at Angelica Creek Park, we'll bike the Schuylkill River Trail to grab a sweet summer treat at Scoupe deVille ice cream parlor before biking back to The Nature Place. The trip includes a small soft-serve ice cream or water ice, so bring the whole family for ... Read more
Be Curious, Wonderland Adventures
Yocum Institute for Arts Education 3000 Penn Avenue, West LawnUsing the fantasy world of Lewis Caroll’s Through the Looking Glass as inspiration, this FREE arts experience for all ages is located on the 55 acre Berks Heritage Center. All ages are invited as a curious explorer. Follow the storyline along the path as you find clues through storytelling and hands-on arts experiences, or explore ... Read more
Reading Firefighters Museum Tours
Reading Area Firefighters Museum 5th & Laurel Street, ReadingThe Reading Area Firefighters Museum is committed to the preservation of the Liberty Fire Co. No 5 building. The 1876 built structure at South Fifth & Laurel Streets, Reading, PA. This includes the building contents consisting of firefighting memorabilia, antique furnishings, and the John Wanamaker designed “best room”. Read all about the Reading Area Firefighters ... Read more
Schoolhouse Games
Berks County Heritage Center 1102 Red Bridge Rd, ReadingJoin the Friends of the Epler’s One Room Schoolhouse every fourth Saturday May through October to discover and try hands-on games enjoyed by students of the past. Step inside the newly restored school and experience what student life was like in a one- room schoolhouse. Activities are FREE and open to the public.
Engage Artisan Festival
Engage Art Studio 1005 N Gravel Pike, SchwenksvilleJoin us Sunday 7/28 for an open-air arts & handmade market at our beautiful Historic property right on Gravel Pike in Schwenksville, PA. You'll find handmade goods, fine art, pottery, crafts, jewelry and so much more - all created by 80+ local artists and artisans! Add a fantastic lunch from Fishers' Smokin' Grill and a ... Read more
Topton Park Party
Topton Memorial Pool & Park 205 S Callowhill St, ToptonThis year’s “Park Party” will feature a day of music in the park. Starting at 11am, Jumpin “J” will start the day with DJ music until 1pm. Live music will begin with Hannah Violet Trio from 1:30pm to 4pm and the Majestics will perform from 5pm to 8pm. There will be food & ice cream ... Read more
Reading Firefighters Museum Tours
Reading Area Firefighters Museum 5th & Laurel Street, ReadingThe Reading Area Firefighters Museum is committed to the preservation of the Liberty Fire Co. No 5 building. The 1876 built structure at South Fifth & Laurel Streets, Reading, PA. This includes the building contents consisting of firefighting memorabilia, antique furnishings, and the John Wanamaker designed “best room”. Read all about the Reading Area Firefighters ... Read more
Leave No Trace Awareness
The Nature Place 575 St. Bernardine Street, ReadingIn Berks County, outdoor enthusiasts are spoilt for choice when hiking natural areas and open spaces. Getting outdoors is not only fun, it's good for our health, but it's not always good for the environment. In this lecture, you'll learn about Leave No Trace principles - a set of practices for enjoying the great outdoors ... Read more
Freedom Friday Celebration
Pottstown Carousel 30 West King Street, PottstownLet's kick off the Fourth of July Weekend together! Celebrating Freedom on the Final Friday in June! Join us for a patriotic celebration with Americana food, military vehicle display, Leiby's Famous Soft Serve Ice Cream, rides on the carousel, and more! Fun and entertainment for all ages! No entry fee! You can also register to ... Read more
Reading Firefighters Museum Tours
Reading Area Firefighters Museum 5th & Laurel Street, ReadingThe Reading Area Firefighters Museum is committed to the preservation of the Liberty Fire Co. No 5 building. The 1876 built structure at South Fifth & Laurel Streets, Reading, PA. This includes the building contents consisting of firefighting memorabilia, antique furnishings, and the John Wanamaker designed “best room”. Read all about the Reading Area Firefighters ... Read more
Creek Snorkeling Adventure
The Nature Place 575 St. Bernardine Street, ReadingThat's right, snorkeling's not just for tropical seas! Clear water, curious fish, and underwater relaxation awaits you here in Berks County! Creek snorkeling provides an intimate glimpse into an underwater world we rarely visit on such up close and personal terms. After a quick lesson on snorkel safety and our local, freshwater ecosystem, don a ... Read more
4th of July Parade
Cleveland Ave & Wyomissing Blvd Cleveland Ave & Wyomissing Blvd, WyomissingThe 2023 Wyomissing Borough 4th of July Parade, "The Rocket's Red Glare," will take place on Tuesday, July 4th beginning at 10am. Starts at Cleveland Ave and Wyomissing Blvd, a few blocks from Happy Hollow playground and the Wyomissing roundabout. If you would like to participate in a parade category (Baby Carriages, Decorated Bikes, Wagons, ... Read more
Independence Day Event
Daniel Boone Homestead 400 Daniel Boone Road, BirdsboroMore details coming soon!
Pottstown GoFourth
Downtown Pottstown PottstownJoin us on High Street (Penn to York) in the heart of downtown Pottstown for the biggest community block party this side of the sassy Schuylkill! Pottstown GoFourth! Street Fest follows the Rotary Club 4th of July parade on High Street (10:15 am start). Penn Street: Kid's Zone, sponsored by Fox Rothschild, LLP. Everything is ... Read more