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Without a doubt, fall is the best time to plan your visit to Pennsylvania. In October, autumn reveals its stunning colors, and the Pennsylvania Fall Foliage will definitely captivate you with its beauty, especially in places like the Pocono Mountains and the Delaware Water Gap. Also, to immerse yourself in the autumn atmosphere, be sure to visit the Bedford Fall Foliage Festival, Yorktoberfest, or the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire. Additionally, from September to February, Pennsylvania offers perfect conditions for your stargazing adventure.

73 things to do in Pennsylvania

Cicada Mania

May–mid-June Nature

A billionth population of American cicadas come out during final weeks in their lives to rejoice in a huge mating par

Philadelphia Mummers Parade

January 1 Event

Possibly the oldest folklore festival tradition in the United States

Camp Bisco

July 13–15, 2023 Event

The best electronic music and an excellent campground

Pennsylvania Farm Show

January 6–13, 2024 Event

The largest winter agricultural event in the state

Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire

August 17–October 27, 2024 Event

Lots of entertainment in a picturesque setting

Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts

July 11-14, 2024 Event

A large and vibrant art and music festival at Penn State University

Great American Outdoor Show

February 3, 2024 Event

Celebrate everything about hunting, fishing, and spending time outdoors

Philadelphia Marathon

November 22–24, 2024 Event

One of the oldest marathons in the USA dating back to the 1920s

Gettysburg Civil War Battle Reenactment

July 6–7, 2024 Event

The historical battle comes back to life just once a year

Halloween in Pennsylvania: Parades, Parties & Fests

mid-September–early November Event

Historic Pennsylvania is one of the best spots to celebrate Halloween

Christmas Lights in PA

early November–early January Event

Best places in the state to get yourself into the Christmas spirit

Kennywood Holiday Lights

mid-November 2024–early January 2025 Event

A popular Christmas display near Pittsburgh

Lititz Fire & Ice

February 14-23, 2025 Event

A free winter festival in Lititz, a cozy Pennsylvania town

Linesville Spillway

March–November Nature

Thousands of carp rise to the surface to be fed by visitors. You've never seen that much fish in one place!

Philadelphia Memorial Day Weekend Fireworks, Events & Parade

May 25–27, 2024 Event

Philly offers many opportunities to honor service members and to kick off the summer season

Philly 4th of July Events and Fireworks

June 19–July 4 Event

Celebrate Independence Day in America's Birthplace

Pittsburgh 4th of July Fireworks & Events

July 4 Event

Festivities at Point State Park culminate with the Flashes of Freedom Fireworks

Synchronous Firefly Season

June 4–11, 2023 Nature

A fairytale-like summer phenomenon at Allegheny National Forest

Somerset Fire & Ice Festival

January 17-19, 2025 Event

What a little wonderland to break the winter melancholy!

Pocono Mountains (The Poconos)

May–October Nature

The most scenic destination in Pennsylvania

Philadelphia Labor Day Weekend

August 31–September 2, 2024 Event

Join Philly's heartwarming farewell to the summer

Pennsylvania Fall Foliage

October Nature

Autumn reveals its stunning colors across the Keystone State

IceFest

January 30–February 2, 2025 Event

Check out the best Chambersburg's ice carvers at work

Philadelphia Christmas Village

November 23-December 24, 2024 Event

An authentic German Christmas market, an old-fashioned carousel, and carriage rides in the heart of the city

Christmas Lights in Pittsburgh

mid-November–early January Event

Explore the most dazzling holiday displays in Pittsburgh

Chinese New Year

February 3, 2024 Event

The annual Squirrel Hill Parade is the main highlight of the vibrant celebration—Lunar New Year PGH

Chinese New Year in Philadelphia

January 17, 2024 Event

Celebrate with iconic Chinatown lion parades and multiple festivities across Philly

Delaware Water Gap Fall Foliage

late October Nature

One of the best fall color shows in the Poconos

St. Patrick's Day Parade

March 10, 2024 Event

The second oldest celebration in the U.S. has continued for over 250 years

Lancaster Hot Air Balloon Festival

September 12–15, 2024 Event

Experience the magic of vibrant balloons lifting off over the rolling hills of southern Pennsylvania

Thurston Classic

June 14–16, 2024 Event

A great and free ballooning event with a long history

Chester County Balloon Festival

June 14-16, 2024 Event

Witness cake-shaped and monster-inspired balloons at this hot air balloon festival

Balloon Quest New Castle

early August Event

Enjoy more than 20 balloons flying high over Union Township

Spooktacular Hot Air Balloon Festival

September 13–15, 2024 Event

Ready to enjoy a laser light hot air balloon festival?

Night Lights Sky Lantern Festival

September 7–8, 2024 | September 14, 2024 Event

Behold countless lanterns in the sky above Pocono Raceway

Shofuso Cherry Blossom Festival of Philadelphia

April 13-14, 2024 Event

Enjoy hundreds of blooming trees and Japanese culture at Pennsylvania's top cherry blossom fest

The Great Pocono Raceway Airshow

May 27–28, 2023 Event

Celebrate Memorial Day Weekend with the US Navy Blue Angels

Mid-Atlantic Air Museum's World War II Weekend

June 7–9, 2024 Event

Become a part of WWII during this military air festival in Reading

Hummingbirds

April–late September Nature

Ruby-throated hummers abound throughout Pennsylvania during the warm season

Fan Expo Philadelphia

May 16-18, 2025 Event

The largest popular culture event in Philly

Stargazing

all year round (but the best months are September-February) Nature

Pennsylvania offers perfect conditions for your stargazing adventure

Yorktoberfest

October 18–19, 2024 | October 25–26, 2024 Event

A beer and wine festival in the picturesque Pennsylvania Dutch Country

Quad State Beer Fest

March 16, 2024 Event

Irish-themed festival featuring up to 120 beers

Upper Bucks Brewfest

August 19, 2023 Event

A great occasion to taste craft beers, listen to live music, and play cornhole

Skippack 4th of July Parade & Fireworks

July 4 Event

Don't miss this incredible Independence Day celebration

Thunder in the Valley in Johnstown, PA

June 22–25, 2023 Event

Enjoy a long weekend packed with motorcycles and exciting entertainment!

Pennsylvania Cannabis Festival

April 19, 2025 Event

Pennsylvania's premier Cannabis event

Big Knob Grange Fair

August 27–31, 2024 Event

Check out the famed truck and tractor pulls, livestock, and family-friendly entertainment at the fairground

Indiana County Fair

August 24-31, 2024 Event

Traditional entertainment in the West-central part of Pennsylvania

Waterford Community Fair

September 2–7, 2024 Event

Enjoy the traditional thrills and agricultural exhibits in Erie County

Wattsburg Fair

August 26–31, 2024 Event

The Wattsburg Fair, also known as Erie County Fair, welcomes everyone to have lots of fun for a few days in a row

Bedford Fall Foliage Festival

October 5–6, 12–13, 2024 Event

Visit one of the top 20 fall festivals in the country

Pennsylvania Christmas and Gift Show

December 4-8, 2024 Event

Save the date for this Christmas show because you don't want to miss it!

Hersheypark Christmas Lights & Candylane

November 15, 2024–January 1, 2025 Event

Have the sweetest time of your life

Clarks Summit Festival of Ice

January 24–27, 2025 Event

One of the best winter festivals in the Poconos

Westmoreland County Air Show

August 17–18, 2024 Event

Vintage aircraft and modern fighter jets in the air and on the ground

Pittsburgh Renaissance Festival

August 24–September 29, 2024 (weekends and Labor Day only) Event

Experience the ultimate medieval fun at this Renaissance fest!

Mythicon

February 7-9, 2025 Event

Immerse yourself in the world of magic and fantasy

Berks Jazz Fest

April 5–14, 2024 Event

40 amazing concerts in the span of 10 days

The Rosemary House Fairy Festival

September 7–8, 2024 Event

A fun-filled event for children, ages 3 and up

Enchanted Fairy Festival

September 21–22, 2024 Event

Immerse in the realm of fantasy and magical creatures

Westsylvania Jazz & Blues Festival

May 24–26, 2024 Event

A free music festival, 46 miles northeast of Pittsburgh

Delmont Apple 'n Arts Festival

October 5-6, 2024 Event

Revel in fresh apples, tons of apple butter, apple cider, and amusing live entertainment for the whole family

Hickory Apple Festival

October 5–6, 2024 Event

Indulge in tons of apples, crispy, crunchy, and succulent, along with delicious treats made from apples

Franklin Applefest

October 4-6, 2024 Event

Western Pennsylvania’s premier harvest festival

New Cumberland Apple Festival

September 28, 2024 Event

Celebrate all things fall in Eastern Pennsylvania

Easton Garlic Fest

October 5-6, 2024 Event

Two days of all things garlic and over 100 vendors

Gettysburg Memorial Day Weekend Parade & Events

May 27 & November 16, 2024 Event

Attend one of the nation's oldest ongoing ceremonies

Pittsburgh Memorial Day Weekend Parade & Events

May 25–27, 2024 Event

A day of remembrance and plenty of outdoor activities during the long weekend

Doylestown Memorial Day Parade

May 27, 2024 Event

The oldest Memorial Day parade in the United States

Seven Springs Wine Festival

August 23-25, 2024 Event

A great opportunity to experience Pennsylvania wine in a fun, end-of-summer atmosphere

Gettysburg Wine & Music Festival

September 7–8, 2024 Event

Sample the best of Pennsylvania wines in the historical city of Gettysburg

Northern Lights in Pennsylvania

May | August–September Event

A rare but beautiful sight graces Pennsylvania's sky

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