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!
November
Nov. 10 – Give a Veteran a Smile Day, Community Volunteers in Medicine, appointments required. This event, held in the CVIM West Chester health center, provides FREE dental care for all area veterans who don’t have dental insurance. Appointments are necessary—please call 610.836.5990 ext. 125 to schedule. This annual event fills up quickly!
Nov. 11- Rustin Choral Concert, Rustin High School, 7 p.m.
Nov. 12 – Henderson Fall Instrument Concert, Henderson High School, 7 p.m.
Nov. 12 – The Bean Story Slam – Grand Slam, United Methodist Church of West Chester, 129 S. High St., stories begin at 7:30 p.m. Winning storytellers from the past year return to compete for the title of best storyteller in West Chester
Nov. 12 – 14 – East Fall Show, East High School, 7 p.m.
Nov. 13, 14 – WCU Opera presents Cabildo, WCU Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, performances at 7:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. Beautifully lyrical and distinctly American, Amy Beach’s Cabildo is a charming one-act opera filled with humor, romance, and historical intrigue. Performance is under an hour. Tickets: $8.25. Free for WCU students and staff.
Nov. 14 –West Chester Growers Market, 201 N. Church St., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Nov. 14 – Free-a-Tree Volunteer Day, Shaw’s Bridge Park, 10 a.m. The Free a Tree volunteer program is a series of monthly volunteer workdays in either East Bradford parkland or on the Township’s public trails. Meet at the parking lot at 274 S. Creek Rd.
Nov. 14 – GPAC Annual Craft Fair, Rustin High School, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Annual event includes a variety of craft booths, baked goods, and custom raffle baskets. Proceeds go to support WCASD’s GPAC program.
Nov. 14 – Walking Tour: Revolutionary West Chester, meet at Chester County History Center, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Celebrate America 250 and transport back in time to the village of Turks Head where Chester Countians eagerly awaited news of the revolution in the local tavern. The tour covers about 1.5 miles in a 90-minute walk. Tickets required.
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. 15 – West Chester Holiday Shop & Stroll, downtown West Chester, noon- 5 p.m. Explore 20+ participating stores offering exclusive discounts, treats, and surprises. The afternoon wraps up with a wine(d) down at 9 Prime. This is a free event.
Nov. 15 – 2026 HarpFest! WCU Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre, 3-4:30 p.m. Immerse yourself in the magical sounds of a dynamic harp orchestra featuring up to 25 harps, with captivating performances by alumni and professional musicians. This event is free and open to the public. No tickets required.
Nov. 15 – Henderson Fall Choral Concert, Henderson High School, 4 p.m.
Nov. 17 – Holiday Makers Market, Sykes Ballroom, WCU Sykes Student Union, noon – 6 p.m. Shop for holiday gifts and support local businesses. Over 30 vendors participating. Free parking behind Sykes after 4 p.m
Nov. 18 – Exhibition Tour – Whose Revolution? Chester County History Center, 6 – 7 p.m. Get even more out of the exhibits with a curator-guided exhibition tour.
Nov. 19-20 – Rustin Noises Off Fall Play, Rustin High School, 7 p.m.
Nov. 19 – 21 – Sacco & Vanzetti: A Tragedia dell’Arte, WCU J.P. Adler Studio Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Presented by the WCU Department of Theater and Dance, in 1919, Italian immigrants Nicola Sacco and Bartolomeo Vanzetti were arrested for robbery and murder. Through the theatrical style of commedia dell’arte, this production explores prejudice, justice, and political persecution while using humor. Tickets: $23/general admission; $12.50/student
Nov. 21 –West Chester Growers Market, 201 N. Church St., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Nov. 21 – Walking Tour: Revolutionary West Chester, meet at Chester County History Center, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Celebrate America 250 and transport back in time to the village of Turks Head where Chester Countians eagerly awaited news of the revolution in the local tavern. The tour covers about 1.5 miles in a 90-minute walk. Tickets required.
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.
December
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. 5 –West Chester Growers Market, 201 N. Church St., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Dec. 5 – Jingle Run, Downtown West Chester (5k loop), 9 a.m. Join the Care Center Foundation for West Chester’s first-ever Jingle Run. Proceeds benefit the Care Center Foundation. Reg. opens at 7:45 a.m. Race starts at 9 a.m
Dec. 5 – WCU 105th Holiday Program, WCU Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, performances at 3 and 7:30 p.m. The annual Holiday Program has been a staple of the West Chester University holiday season since its inception in 1921. This year’s concert brings the magic of the season through performances by our Symphony Orchestra, Combined. Tickets: $13.50
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 – Free-a-Tree Volunteer Day, Plum Run Preserve, 10 a.m. The Free a Tree volunteer program is a series of monthly volunteer workdays in either East Bradford parkland or on the Township’s public trails. Meet at the parking lot at 940 Tigue Rd.
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.