Lehigh Valley Events & Festivals
Your local guide to community events, concerts, and seasonal celebrations across the Lehigh Valley.
The Lehigh Valley is home to one of Pennsylvania's most active event calendars, from nationally recognized festivals like Musikfest, the largest free music festival in the country, to beloved seasonal markets and neighborhood celebrations. Whether you're a longtime resident or considering a move to the area, these events showcase the culture, community spirit, and quality of life that make the Lehigh Valley a special place to call home.
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Live Music in the Lehigh Valley: October 20-26, 2026
Six verified shows across the Lehigh Valley this week, from pop-punk and a folk co-bill at Godfrey Daniels in Bethlehem to AC/DC and funk-rock tributes at Musikfest Café and a metal bill at Archer Music Hall in Allentown. Every listing was checked against its official source on October 20, 2026; schedules can change, so confirm details on the venue page before you go.
Beauty School Dropout
Archer Music Hall
Pop-punk
A Tale of Two
Godfrey Daniels
Live show at Godfrey Daniels
Dirty Deeds: The AC/DC Experience
Musikfest Café, ArtsQuest Center
AC/DC tribute
Jenna Nicholls & Chris Kasper
Godfrey Daniels
Vintage Americana / folk co-bill
Cradle of Filth: Majestic In Death II
Archer Music Hall
with Blackbraid and Black Satellite · Metal
Here Come the Mummies
Musikfest Café, ArtsQuest Center
Funk rock
Showtimes and lineups can change, especially for outdoor festival stages, and some shows carry age restrictions. Confirm each show on the official venue page before you head out. This listing is refreshed every week with verified live music across the Lehigh Valley; if you are considering a move here, Tim Tepes can help you find a community with easy access to the region's music scene. Contact Tim for local guidance.
This Month in the Lehigh Valley: Fall 2026
Three can't-miss community events this season: a Northampton County farm festival in Bath, Grim's pumpkin and corn-maze weekends through November, and Easton's fall bacon tradition.
Seiple Farms Fall Fun
Seiple Farms, Bath
A 22-acre corn maze, free hayrides to a 40-acre pick-your-own pumpkin patch, pony rides, farm animals, and food trucks at this Bath, Northampton County farm, open Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. through November 1. Friday nights add a flashlight corn maze after dark.
Event detailsGrim's Fall Festival & Corn Maze
Grim's Orchard, Breinigsville
Corn maze, pumpkin patch, and family farm activities at Grim's Orchard & Family Farms, open Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. through November 1.
Event detailsPA Bacon Fest
Historic Centre Square, Easton
Easton's signature fall festival returns November 7-8 for its 15th anniversary: a weekend of bacon-inspired dishes, live music, craft vendors, and activities for all ages throughout Centre Square and the surrounding streets.
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Seiple Farms Fall Fun
Northampton County's classic harvest outing in Bath: a 22-acre corn maze, free hayrides out to a 40-acre pick-your-own pumpkin patch, pony rides, farm animals, a straw maze, haunted barn, and food trucks. Friday nights add a flashlight corn maze after dark, and it is all close enough to be an easy afternoon trip from anywhere in the Lehigh Valley.
Major Annual Events
The Lehigh Valley's signature festivals draw hundreds of thousands of visitors each year.
Lights in the Parkway
A beloved drive-through holiday light display in Allentown's Lehigh Parkway, celebrating its 30th anniversary season. Families wind through miles of animated lights along the parkway on winter evenings, making it one of the region's most anticipated November traditions.
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Easton Winter Village
A seasonal outdoor village in Easton's Centre Square featuring an ice skating rink, holiday shopping stalls, live music, and family activities on weekend dates through December. It has quickly become the city's signature gathering place for the holiday season.
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Grim's Fall Festival & Corn Maze
Corn maze, pumpkin patch, and family farm activities at Grim's Orchard & Family Farms in Breinigsville, open Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. each weekend through November 1.
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Halloween Haunt at Dorney Park
The Lehigh Valley's big fall thrill event returns after dark with haunted mazes including the new Blair Witch: No Signal, scare zones, and rides in the dark. October nights run the weekends of the 16-18 and 23-25, plus Halloween weekend October 30-31, with evening hours into the night.
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Easton's signature fall festival returns for its 15th anniversary, celebrating the region's culinary heritage with a weekend of bacon-inspired dishes, live music, craft vendors, and activities for all ages throughout historic Centre Square and surrounding streets.
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Christkindlmarkt Bethlehem
A beloved holiday tradition at SteelStacks returning for its 34th year, Christkindlmarkt is a multi-weekend Christmas market inspired by the historic German tradition. Visitors enjoy artisan vendors, live performances, ice skating, glassblowing demonstrations, and seasonal food and beverages.
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From community festivals and farmers markets to live music and seasonal celebrations, there's always something happening.
Seasonal Event Guide
There's something happening in the Lehigh Valley every season of the year.
Spring
- Lehigh Valley Auto Show, regional showcase of new vehicles and automotive technology
- Saucon Valley Restaurant Week, area restaurants offer special prix-fixe menus
- South Whitehall Community Day, event with food, music, and activities
- Easton Farmers' Market opens, one of the oldest continuously operating markets in the U.S.
Summer
- Musikfest, 10 days of free music across Bethlehem (August)
- Great Allentown Fair, rides, livestock, food, and entertainment (early September)
- Celtic Classic Highland Games, Celtic culture, athletics, and music in Bethlehem
- Levitt Pavilion Summer Concert Series, free outdoor concerts at SteelStacks
- Riverside Festival of the Arts, juried art show along the Delaware River in Easton
- VegFest Easton, plant-based food, wellness vendors, and community programming
Fall
- Roasting Ears of Corn Festival, traditional Native American food and culture in Bethlehem
- Easton Garlic Festival, garlic-inspired dishes, live music, and cooking demos
- Egypt Park Festival & Curt Simmons Day, Whitehall Township's community celebration
- Annual Youth Fishing Derby, family recreation event in Whitehall Parkway
- Haunt at Hotel Bethlehem, seasonal haunted attraction and dinner theater
Winter
- Christkindlmarkt Bethlehem, German-style Christmas market at SteelStacks
- Live Bethlehem Christmas Story Pageant, annual community tradition since 1937
- Easton Candlelight Walking Tour, historic home tours and holiday festivities
- Whitehall Parkway Haunted Hayrides, seasonal event
- Lehigh Valley Wine Trail Winter Weekend, local wineries host tastings and tours
Ongoing Activities & Venues
Year-round cultural venues and recurring activities across the region.
Levitt Pavilion Concert Series
BethlehemA summer concert series at SteelStacks featuring free live performances from local and touring artists on the outdoor Levitt Pavilion stage.
Visit websiteEaston Farmers' Market
EastonOne of the oldest continuously operating farmers' markets in the U.S., held Saturday mornings in Centre Square from May through November. Features local produce, baked goods, meats, cheeses, and artisan products.
Visit websiteAllentown Farmers' Market
AllentownA year-round indoor farmers' market at the Allentown Fairgrounds offering fresh produce, meats, baked goods, prepared foods, and specialty items from regional vendors.
Visit websiteSteelStacks ArtsQuest Campus
BethlehemA cultural campus built on the former Bethlehem Steel site, hosting year-round concerts, film screenings, art exhibits, comedy shows, and community events at the ArtsQuest Center and surrounding venues.
Visit websiteMiller Symphony Hall
AllentownHome of the Allentown Symphony Association, this venue hosts orchestral performances, touring shows, and special events throughout the year.
Visit websiteLocal Event Venues
Popular venues hosting community events, concerts, and private gatherings.
More About Events in the Lehigh Valley
The Lehigh Valley hosts a robust calendar of events throughout the year, with the three major cities, Allentown, Bethlehem, and Easton, each contributing distinct cultural programming. Musikfest alone attracts more than one million visitors over 10 days each August, making it the largest free music festival in the United States. The Celtic Classic Highland Games in Bethlehem is among the largest free Celtic festivals in North America, while Easton's PA Bacon Fest and farmers market programming have become signature regional drawcards.
For a complete listing of events happening across the region, visit the official tourism resources at Discover Lehigh Valley and each city's official events calendar: City of Bethlehem, City of Easton, and Whitehall Township Parks & Recreation.
Whether you're looking for weekend activities, seasonal festivals, or community gatherings, the Lehigh Valley's event scene is one of the many reasons people choose to call this region home. If you're considering a move and want local insights, Tim Tepes is happy to share his 36+ years of Lehigh Valley expertise.
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