A Running List of Things to Do in the Borough and Beyond
Sign up now for the new Hello, West Chester events-only newsletter. It comes out the first and third Wednesday of the month, and includes a curated look at the week ahead. Want to plan out even further? The list below goes on for months. Just remember to double-check dates and times, especially when adverse weather is in the forecast!
Septmeber
Sept. 17 – Cheers to CVC: Battle of the Badges: Police vs. Fire, Belfor, 410 Clover Mill Rd., Exton, 5-8 p.m. Watch your favorite chiefs battle it out — behind the bar! Grab your tickets now to Cheers to CVC: Battle of the Badges and enjoy a night of friendly competition and even greater impact. Who will take home the bragging rights? Be there to find out!
Sept. 18 – 27 – Bye Bye Birdie, Uptown Theater, various. Bye Bye Birdie is a fun-filled musical comedy that captures the excitement, chaos, and charm of 1950s America. Tickets: $41-61
Sept. 19 – West Chester Growers Market, 201 N. Church St., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Sept. 19 – E-waste Collection Event, Westtown Township Building, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Open to anything with a plug. Pre-registration is encouraged but not required. You can review a full list of accepted items here.
Sept. 19 – Chester County Art Walk, East Goshen Township Park, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Stroll through scenic East Goshen Township Park and experience the creative spirit of Chester County. 100 local artists will showcase their work along the park trail in celebration of community, creativity, and connection.
Sept. 19 – Welcome to the Borough, 44 West, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. WCU students are invited to participate in a variety of get-to-know-you activities, such as atrium building at The Greenhouse and charm making at La Chic Boutique.
Sept. 19 – Hand Off Our Vote Rally, Historic Chester County Courthouse, 2 p.m.
Sept. 19 – Honor Flight Philadelphia Vietnam Veterans Welcome Home, Saints Simon and Jude Parish, 4:30 p.m. Close to 150 Veterans will travel to Washington, D.C., with Honor Flight Philadelphia on Sept. 19 for a special Day of Honor. When they return, the community will have the opportunity to give something many never received more than 50 years ago: A true Welcome Home. Honor Flight Philadelphia hopes hundreds of people will be waiting with American flags, cheers, handshakes, and hugs.
Sept. 19 – West Goshen Fall Movie Series: Minions & Monsters, West Goshen Community Park, 7:30 p.m. All movies are free of charge. A donation for the West Chester Food Bank is encouraged.
Sept. 20 – Rams Let’s Walk, 700 S. Church St., 9 a.m. 5k run or walk to support student-athlete mental health. Non-students – $25; Students $15; virtual $10. All funds raised go to support WCU student-athletes.
Sept. 20 – West Chester Restaurant and Food Truck Festival, Downtown West Chester, 12 – 5:30 p.m. The West Chester Restaurant and Food Truck Festival is back for its 45th year! This foodie event is full of entertainment, information booths, local artisans, and tons of delicious food from Chester County and beyond. There will also be a Beer and Wine garden on N. Church St.
Sept. 21 – Nest Detectives, Oakbourne Park, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Join the PA Game Commission and learn about a variety of bird nests. Open to kids 3-8 p.m. This is a free event but registration is required. (Also, note this is a WCASD day off.)
Sept. 21 – Oktoberfest & Fall Music, Uptown Theater, 5 p.m. The Uptown beer garden will be open with festival vibes, drinks, local eats, and live music.
Sept. 22 – Alzheimer’s/Other Dementias support group meeting, Westminster Presbyterian Church, 6 p.m.
Sept. 23 – Mahjong: Learn, Laugh, Lift Up, 10 W. Barnad St., 6:30 -8:30 p.m. Support Act Now and learn how to play Mahjong. Beginner Lessons: $75/person; Open play: $50. Light snacks will be provided.
Sept. 25-26 – WCU Homecoming Weekend, various.
Sept. 24 – Yoga in the Park, Everhart Park, 6 p.m. Join Malena Koes for Yoga in the Park. All classes are donation-based.
Sept. 26 – West Chester Growers Market, 201 N. Church St., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Sept. 26 – EAC Roadside Cleanup, location TBD, 7 – 9 a.m. In 2025, the Westtown EAC adopted a two-mile stretch of westbound Route 926 under the Pennsylvania Adopt-A-Highway Program. Last year, the EAC cleaned the section from Westtown Road to S. Concord Road, and this year they will clean from S. Concord Road to Route 202.
Sept. 26 – En Plein Air Painting, Village of Marshllton, 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. En Plein Air invites artists to venture outdoors and paint in the open air, capturing the essence of their surroundings directly on canvas. Marshallton and outlying areas with its picturesque landscapes, historic charm, and vibrant community, serves as the perfect backdrop for this inspiring gathering. The event will commence at 9:00 a.m., with artists setting up their easels throughout the town to embark on a day of artistic exploration and expression.
Sept. 26 – Yoga in the Street, Gay & Walnut St., 9 a.m. Bring $5 (cash or Venmo) and your mat. Classes are led by Deanna Stiss of Triple Threat Fitness or Leah Whyte of Inward Bound PA
Sept. 26 – WCU Football – Homecoming game, Farrell Stadium, 2 p.m. This year’s homecoming game will be against Millersville.
Sept. 26 – West Goshen Fall Movie Series: Toy Story 5, West Goshen Community Park, 7:30 p.m. All movies are free of charge. A donation for the West Chester Food Bank is encouraged.
Sept. 27 – En Plein Air Art Show & Reception, Cann Pond Farm, 590 Lucky Hill Rd., 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Sept. 27 – Community Clean Up, Rustin Park, 740 S. Walnut St., 10 a.m. First 100 people will receive a Jake’s Bar t-shirt and coffee and donuts. Plus, all the supplies need to pickup after WCU Homecoming.
October
Oct 1 – The Laugh Lounge, Uptown Theater, 7:30 p.m. Uptown’s stand-up comedy series. Tickets: $31-36
Oct 2 – First Friday, Downtown West Chester, 4 – 8 p.m. Enjoy free street parking and extended business hours.
Oct. 2 – Better Than Bacon, Uptown Theater, 7:30 p.m. Suburan Philadelphia’s favorite improvisational comedy troupe. Tickets: $31-36
Oct. 2 – Fall Gallery Walk, Downtown West Chester, 4 -8 p.m. Stroll through West Chester as multiple art galleries and “one-night-only” hosts showcase artwork from some great local Chester County artists.
Oct. 3 – West Chester Growers Market, 201 N. Church St., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Oct. 3 – Free Electronics Recycling Event, West Goshen Township Building, 9 a.m. – noon. West Goshen is hosting another e-recycling and shredding event, but this time it will be limited to residents only and registration is required.
Oct. 3 – Oktoberfest 2026, downtown West Chester, all day. Participating locations will feature a select list of $6 fall beers or ciders and fall-themed appetizers. No tickets are needed—just show up at a participating location and ask for the Oktoberfest specials.
Oct. 3 – Designer Bag Bingo, Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1-4 p.m. This fun event will feature designer handbags, bingo, and great prizes—all while supporting survivors of domestic violence in our community.
Oct. 4 – Westtown Day, Oakbourne Park, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Enjoy live music, kids’ activities, face painting, touch-a-truck, historical exhibitions, food trucks, ice cream, and more!
Oct. 5 – Drop-in Family Yoga with Ms. Rebecca, Oakbourne Prk, 5:30 – 7 p.m. No registration required. $10/per child. Adults are encouraged to participate for free. Rain date: 10/12
Oct. 9 – Gusten Rudolph Quintet, Windish Studios, 4 W. Prescott Alley, 7:30 p.m. Gusten Rudolph Quintet presents an evening of original compositions and imaginative new arrangements inspired by Shostakovich, Scarlatti, Ravel, Tchaikovsky, Mulgrew Miller, Michael Brecker, and more. Tickets: $25
Oct. 10 –West Chester Growers Market, 201 N. Church St., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.Oct. 17 – West Chester Growers Market, 201 N. Church St., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Oct. 10 – Fall Art in the Woods, Chester County Art Association, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Head behind the CCAA for a vibrant outdoor art experience featuring 80 talented artists. Explore original paintings, sculpture, jewelry, and more in the fresh spring air. This family-friendly event is free and open to the public.
Oct. 10 – Bingo For a Cause, Advent Lutheran Church, 1601 Green Ln. 5 -9 p.m. Come out for a fun night of Bingo. Proceeds support the Care Center Foundation. Doors open at 5 p.m. Play begins at 6 p.m.
Oct. 10: West Goshen Fall Movie Series: Wicked for Good, West Goshen Community Park, 7:30 p.m. All movies are free of charge. A donation for the West Chester Food Bank is encouraged.
Oct. 14 – Drag Queen Bingo, Chester County History Center, 5:30 -8 p.m. Have fun while raising funds to support community service projects
Oct. 17 – Unite for Her 5K, downtown West Chester, 8:30 a.m. 100% of proceeds go to Unite for Her. Register by September 17 to guarantee your official race-day T-shirt. Cost: $30 by Sept. 17
Oct. 17 – Summer Pop-up Beer Garden, Uptown Theater, 5 p.m. Lawn games, drinks, and live music
Oct. 17 – West Goshen Fall Movie Series: Moana, West Goshen Community Park, 7:30 p.m. All movies are free of charge. A donation for the West Chester Food Bank is encouraged.
Oct. 24 – West Chester Growers Market, 201 N. Church St., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Oct. 28 – West Chester Halloween Parade, downtown West Chester, 7 p.m. Rain date: Oct. 29
Oct. 31 – West Chester Growers Market, 201 N. Church St., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
November
Nov. 1 – Celebrating Life with Art, Church of the Loving Shepard, 1 -4 p.m. Come hang out and get inspired by some amazing art that celebrates all the good vibes in life. This is a fundraiser event in support of the Ellen Salome Memorial Fund. This is a free event but donations are encouraged. Reserve a spot here.
Nov. 4 – First Friday, Downtown West Chester, 4 – 8 p.m. Enjoy free street parking and extended business hours.
Nov. 6-8 – WCU Family Weekend, various.
Nov. 8 – West Chester Veteran’s Parade
Nov. 7 –West Chester Growers Market, 201 N. Church St., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Nov. 14 –West Chester Growers Market, 201 N. Church St., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Nov. 14 – Bingo For a Cause, Advent Lutheran Church, 1601 Green Ln. 5 -9 p.m. Come out for a fun night of Bingo; proceeds support the West Chester East Color Guard.
Nov. 14 – Concert in the Cupboard, 10 W. Barnard St., 6:30 – 9 p.m. Featuring Carry On. Good music, good food, and a great cause. All proceeds go to support Act Now.
Nov. 21 –West Chester Growers Market, 201 N. Church St., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Nov. 26 – West Chester Turkey Trot, downtown West Chester, 7:40 a.m. start (runners) 8:14 start (walkers). Join your friends and neighbors for a festive 5K before stuffing yourself full of turkey. Registration: $34/person if you register by Oct. 31. Prizes for the top 3 male and female finishers.
Nov. 27 – Nov. 29 – Small Business Weekend, Downtown West Chester. Experience the joy of shopping in person and support local businesses while you’re at it. Look for special deals, perks, and discounts as the day gets closer.
Nov. 28 –West Chester Growers Market, 201 N. Church St., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Dec. 5 –West Chester Growers Market, 201 N. Church St., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Dec. 5 – Santa in the Square, Marshall Square Park, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Dec. 4 – West Chester Annual Christmas Tree lighting, Historic Courthouse, 6:30 p.m.
Dec. 4 – West Chester Christmas Parade, downtown West Chester, 7 p.m.
Dec. 12 –West Chester Growers Market, 201 N. Church St., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Dec. 12 – Christkindlmarkt 2026, Gay St., 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Christkindlmarkt will feature over 100 vendors offering individually handcrafted and locally designed products, such as art, ceramics, jewelry, homewares, and much more. Entrance is free and open to the public.
Dec. 12 – Bingo For a Cause, Advent Lutheran Church, 1601 Green Ln. 5 -9 p.m. Come out for a fun night of Bingo. Proceeds support the West Chester East Marching Band.
Dec. 19 – West Chester Growers Market, 201 N. Church St., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Dec. 26 – West Chester Growers Market, 201 N. Church St., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.