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Things to do in Lehigh Valley, Pa and Beyond
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items Looking for exciting places and festivals within the Lehigh Valley area that are as educational as they are entertaining? This list features must-visit spots and events where you can explore history, culture, science, and the arts—all while having a ...
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Festivals
What is better than Food and Music
Located on the North and South side of Bethlehem, Musikfest is one of the biggest FREE music festivals that offer food, fun and of course music for the whole family with a low cost shuttle to take you to both sides of the Fest. Don't forget to check ...
Musikfest
Located at the Allentown fairgrounds farmers market that is open year round is the seasonal Great Allentown fair. With a small cost to get in; it offers food, carnival rides, games, live entertainment by artists of all kinds. What sets this fair apar...
The Great Allentown Fair Foundation
Located at the Burnside Plantation in Bethlehem, PA is the local Blueberry festival in mid July. There is a small fee to get in. Not only do you get to learn the history of the land but also buy from many handmade sellers of blueberry treats.
Blueberry Festival | Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites
If your want to keep the Vampires away then the Easton Garlic festival is calling your name. The first weekend in October makers of all kinds set up their stands in the center of Easton, Pa to sell garlic of all kinds. Whether you are looking for Gar...
Easton Garlic Festival
Have you ever seen Dachshunds dressed as hotdogs race? If you visit Bethlehem, Pa during Oktoberfest you can! It takes place during the first weekend of October. Located on the south side of Bethlehem. Take the time to enjoy the culture by indulging ...
Oktoberfest — SteelStacks
Put on your best kilt , and get ready to experience the Celtic culture whether you watch the Irish dancers or the highland games it's fun for the whole family. During the last weekend of September in Bethlehem PA the Celtic Classic takes place. It is...
Celtic Classic Highland Games & Festival
Historical Tours and Museums
For the history buffs at any age
If being outdoors is your thing then enjoy a guided tour kayaking down the Lehigh River learning about the Bethlehem Steel. Then finish the day off biking your way on the D and L trail also known as Sand island.
Historic Bethlehem River Tours
Looking for a free tour to do? Then take a walk on the sky trail of the old Bethlehem steel. Take a moment to read the placards and you'll learn all about the history from who they serviced, their role in manufacturing in WW2, and the ultimate reason...
SteelStacks
Located near the Bethlehem Steel Stacks is the National Museum of Industrial History where you can learn of the indepth history of the industrial era and the types of machines used in the Bethlehem Steel.
National Museum of Industrial History
For car lovers of all ages, is the America on Wheels Museum located near the Leigh River. They have many exhibits including a seasonal exhibit in the main hall that will at times feature cars from Hollywood or from various eras. It's always changing ...
America On Wheels Museum
Looking for fun things to do with the kids this summer? Then go to the Crayola Experience! It's a hands-on way to teach kids about manufacturing. They even get to create multiple projects and name their own crayon.
Crayola Experience
Shops, Markets, and Farms
Don't forget to support local
In the PA countryside in Lahaska, Pa is Peddlers Village! Consisting of many shops, eateries and the Giggleberry Fair. My favorite place to eat is at Mama Hawks coffee and kitchen. I suggested the Cuban sandwich. If you have kids don't forget to take...
Peddler's Village
Located in the countryside a 30 minutes drive away from Allentown is Grimm Orchard! Home to pick your own apples and produce a fun experience for the whole family. They even sell fresh pressed apple cider and baked goods. Don't forget to stop by the ...
Grim's Orchard & Family Farms
Next to the Delaware River is the Easton Farmers Market. Open on the weekends, Local Farmers and artists come to sell their home grown and made goods. Whether you are looking for the freshest organic produce or handcrafted soaps the Easton Farmers ma...
Easton Farmers' Market