Top Fall Events in Chester County You Don’t Want to Miss
- Malvern Fall Festival
- When: October 15th, 2024
- Where: King St, Malvern
- The Malvern Fall Festival brings the community together for a lively street fair, featuring local artisans, handmade crafts, food, and live music.
- Great Pumpkin Carve of Chadds Ford
- When: October 17th-19th, 2024
- Where: Chadds Ford Historical Society Grounds
- This three-day event is a spectacular display of pumpkin carving artistry. Local artists transform massive pumpkins into intricate, glowing works of art. Beyond the carvings, there are food vendors, live music, hayrides, and family-friendly activities, creating a festive fall atmosphere perfect for a weekend outing.
- Chester County Day Tour
- When: October 19th, 2024
- Where: Various locations across Chester County
- The Chester County Day Tour is a beloved event that allows participants to explore historic homes, estates, and landmarks throughout the area. It’s a self-guided tour, offering a rare chance to visit stunning properties that capture the rich history and beauty of Chester County. Perfect for history buffs, architecture enthusiasts, or anyone who loves fall scenery.
- East Bradford Township Fall Festival
- When: October 20th, 2024
- Where: East Bradford Park, West Chester
- Celebrate the season at the East Bradford Township Fall Festival. This event features classic fall activities like hayrides, pumpkin painting, and a corn maze. Enjoy local food trucks, games, and live entertainment.
- Longwood Gardens Chrysanthemum Festival
- When: October 19th-November 17th, 2024
- Where: Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square
- The Chrysanthemum Festival at Longwood Gardens showcases the beauty of fall through a stunning display of chrysanthemums.
- Pumpkin Harvest Festival at Springton Manor Farm
- When: October 21st- 22nd
- The Pumpkin Harvest Festival is a family-friendly celebration of fall at one of Chester County’s most charming farms. Activities include pumpkin picking, hayrides, a corn maze, and hands-on farm experiences with animals.
- When: October 21st- 22nd
- West Chester Halloween Parade
- When: October 25th, 2024
- Downtown West Chester
- The West Chester Halloween Parade is a fun-filled event for all ages, with costumed marchers, creative floats, and live music. It’s a family-friendly way to get into the Halloween spirit and experience the festive energy of downtown West Chester.
- Phoenixville Pumpkinfest
- When: October 26th, 2024
- Where: Reeves Park, Phoenixville
- Phoenixville Pumpkinfest is a community event celebrating all things pumpkin! This day-long festival includes pumpkin decorating, live music, face painting, pumpkin pie eating contest, and local vendors.
- East Goshen Township Fall Festival
- When: October 28th, 2024
- Where: East Goshen Park, West Chester
- The East Goshen Township Fall Festival offers a mix of traditional fall activities like pumpkin carving, hayrides, and scarecrow making.