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 every Wednesday, 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!
August
Aug. 26 – Architectural History Walking Tour of West Chester, Chester County History Center, 225 N. High St., 6 – 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $17.25
Aug. 28 – WC Craft Club, Marshall Square Park, 6 – 8 p.m. Join fellow crafters for two hours of creativity at MSP. Bring a craft and a blanket or chair to sit on.
Aug. 28 – Dinner and Dancing, Manje Caribbean, 237 E. Gay St., 6 – 10 p.m. Join for a lively evening of authentic Haitian cuisine, Koompa dancing, and Caribbean music. $50/dinner and dancing; $25/dancing only
Aug 29 – West Chester Growers Market, 201 N. Church St., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Aug. 30 – Rail to Trail Train Ride, West Chester Railroad, 230 E. Market St., 12-1:30 p.m. Join the West Chester Green Team and Turks Head Trail for a history lesson and a discussion about what it will take to build a new walking and biking trail along the route. Tickets: $10/adult; $5/kids; under 6 free. $25 family max. Sign up required.
Aug. 30 – Books, Brews and Silent Reading, Bierhaul Townhouse, 15 N. Walnut St., 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. Books and Brews Philly is teaming up with Silent Book Club West Chester and Bookmarks bookstore for part book fair, part book swap and full silent reading hour. Tickets required!
SEPTEMBER
Sept. 4 – First Friday Summer Concert Series, Downtown West Chester, 5:30 – 7 30 p.m. The Rescue Dog Band will play at the Historic Courthouse. The Richard Brothers Band will play at Jack Loew Plaza at 44 West. Concerts are free and open to the public.
Sept. 5 – West Chester Growers Market, 201 N. Church St., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Sept. 10 – 12 – West Chester Comedy Festival, various. The West Chester Comedy Festival will feature eight comedy shows over three nights. Participating locations include Turks Head Cafe, Uptown, the Corner Art Collective and the Refinery. Tickets are on sale now.
Sept. 11 – Soldiers and Trains, West Chester Railroad, 12 p.m. or 2:30 p.m. Explore how military technology and equipment evolved over the years and see firsthand how the tools of the soldier changed from one generation to the next.
Sept. 11 – Dead Fest, 1760 Unionville Wawaset Rd., Gates open at 5 p.m. Show starts at 6 p.m. Celebrate the music of the Grateful Dead at the Brandywine Red Clay Alliance’s annual Dead Fest. This is a family-friendly event with a special VW parking area and plenty of munchies. All proceeds support the BRC.
Sept. 12 – West Chester Growers Market, 201 N. Church St., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Sept. 12 – 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. 12 – CVIM presents Dr. Mary’s Legacy Run, West Goshen Community Park, 9 a.m. (Bib pickup starts at 8 a.m.) Join Community Volunteers in Medicine for the 3rd Annual Dr. Mary’s Legacy 5K Race and Family Walk. 5K/Walk $35. New this year: kids fun run: $5. All proceeds go to support CVIM. Run/walk prices increase to $40 on Aug. 1
Sept. 12 – Secret Gardens of West Chester, various locations throughout the Northwest quadrant, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Tour the secret gardens of West Chester in support of the West Chester Friends School. After your self-guided tour, shop the plant sale open to 3 p.m. Tickets: $25/in advance; $30/day of
Sept. 12 – Bingo For a Cause, Advent Lutheran Church, 1601 Green Ln. 3 -9 p.m. Come out for a fun night of Bingo. Proceeds support Rustin Boys Soccer.
Sept. 12 – Up on the Roof Fundraiser, Chestnut Street Garage, 5 – 8:30 p.m. Come celebrate the beauty of downtown from the roof of the Chestnut Street Parking Garage. Funds go to support the Downtown West Chester Foundation
Sept. 13 – 9/11 Heroes Run, Rustin High School, 9 a.m. The 9/11 Heroes Run 5K welcomes runners, ruckers, and walkers of all ages. 5k run – $41; 5K Ruck – $46; Sgt. Sambuco 1-mile run/walk; $23.
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. 19 – West Chester Growers Market, 201 N. Church St., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
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 – 45th Annual Chester County Restaurant Festival, downtown West Chester, noon – 5:30 p.m.
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. 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. 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. 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.
Oct. 3 – West Chester Growers Market, 201 N. Church St., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
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 – Bingo For a Cause, Advent Lutheran Church, 1601 Green Ln. 5 -9 p.m. Come out for a fun night of Bingo. Proceeds support a local cause.
Oct. 17 – Summer Pop-up Beer Garden, Uptown Theater, 5 p.m. Lawn games, drinks, and live music
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.
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. 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. 12 –West Chester Growers Market, 201 N. Church St., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
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.