COMMUNITY EVENTS

Book Sale Donations: Accepted at the Newark Senior Center October 1-17, 9:00 AM-3:00 PM, Monday-Friday. The address is 200 Whitechapel Drive, Newark DE, 19713

Pumpkin Palooza: Friday, October 17-Saturday, October 18, Hibernia Park, Events are free with exception of the Mansion Mystery, Join in on the fun for a festive fall weekend!

On Friday, October 17th, 5:00-7:00 PM, enjoy the thrilling Mansion Mystery activity ($5 per ticket, cash only), followed by a magical Pumpkin Luminary Hike along the Lake Trail, glowing with hundreds of luminary bags. Gather around the campfire for warm cider and marshmallows, try your luck with corn crib giveaways, play tabletop games, and enjoy live music under the autumn sky.

The celebration continues on Saturday, October 18th 3:00-6:00 PM with another chance to experience the Mansion Mystery. Bring your own pumpkin and tap into your creativity at our pumpkin painting station, complete with paints and materials provided. Kids and families can enjoy inflatables, Bubbletopia, fairy hair, and face painting, while browsing local craft vendors and soaking in more music and games throughout the day.

Pumpkin Carve n' Sip: Saturday, October 18, 2:30-5:30, Huck & Buck Farm in Smyrna, Delaware, Join The Social Paige for an eventful afternoon of pumpkin carving, wine sipping, & campfire fun. Carve, cut, repeat, be there! Tickets

Fall Flea Market: Thursday, October 27-Saturday, October 29, Newark Senior Center, Vintage and used treasures all collected for you to explore! Shop low prices on clothing, homeware, toys and more. Click here for hours and list of local food vendors in attendance! 

Used Book Sale: Monday, October 27-Friday, October 31, Newark Senior Center at 200 Whitechapel Drive, Newark DE, 19713, See the sale’s hours here

Fall Workshops: Check out festive fall themed workshops ranging from wreath making, succulent pumpkin arranging, and fairy terrarium building in a variety of beautiful venues throughout Chester County all directed by Chester County Cart Company

Fall Fun at Lytle's: Thursdays-Sundays in October, Visit Lytle's Farm just down the road from our Rooted New London store for family fun, outdoor actives all throughout the fall season. Pick pumpkins, pet the critters and get lost in the corn maze. For more details click here  

HALLOWEEN EVENTS

Adult Trick or Treat at Chaddsford Winery: Saturdays & Sundays October 4-November 2, 12:00-7:00 PM, Trick or Treat for wine and seasonal snacks at Chaddsford Winery's wildly popular, adults-only Halloween event! Costumes are encouraged, and fun is guaranteed. 

Flick'r Treat: Saturday, October 18, 6:30-10:30, $12-$17, West Chester Film Festival at Uptown, Join for an evening of Halloween themed films, starting the evening with family friendly, before moving to scarier films! Tickets

Monster Dash 5K: Saturday, October 25, 9:00 AM, Come dressed in your Halloween Costume for an extra dash of holiday spirit!  Runners of all ages are welcome, all terrain strollers only please. All proceeds from the fundraiser will benefit the Edgmont Township Fire Company No.1! Sign Up Here

Halloween Parade & Trick or Treat: Sunday, October 26, 3:00-5:00 PM, Newark Main Street, This special Halloween event, complete with marching bands, floats, antique automobiles, costumed characters and much more.The parade begins at Tyre Avenue and Main Street and marches west on Main Street, to College Avenue. 

There will be goodies from many stores and downtown businesses, and much more. Bring a camera and have your picture taken in the Pumpkin Patch.  All municipal lots will offer free parking to cars during the events.

KSQ Candy Trail: Sunday, October 26, 2:00-5:00 PM, State Street Kennett Square, Bring your kiddos in costume to follow the trail, find special promotions at your favorite shops and restaurants, and collect treats from more than 30 participating businesses throughout the Borough.

WEEKLY EVENTS

Quizapalooza Trivia: Thursdays, 6-8 PM, Paradocx Vineyards, Featuring a mix of pub games, music rounds, visual challenges, and more! 

KSQ Farmer’s Market: Fridays, 3-6 PM, 600 S Broad Street, Kennett Square, PA, As a gathering point for the community, local farmers and food artisans bring their very own locally-grown and freshly-made goodness to market each week. Consumers have the opportunity to connect directly with small growers and producers, building relationships, trust, and a stronger local food economy.

Toddler Storytime: Tuesdays, 10:30-11:15 AM, Avon Grove Library, Bring your little ones for a morning of reading that fosters creativity, learning, and social skills. 

Trivia Night: Wednesdays, 7 PM, The Market at Liberty Place, Free, Enjoy a fun night of trivia with friends and learn something new along the way!

Preschool Storytime: Thursdays, 10-10:45 AM, Avon Grove Library, Bring your little ones for a morning of reading that fosters creativity, learning, and social skills.

Oxford Village Market: Thursdays, 1-6 PM through October, Located on the corner of Third and Locust streets in Oxford, PA. Shop local, fresh produce, quality meat and baked goods perfect for the season.

Live Music at the Market: Fridays & Saturdays, 6-10 PM, The Market at Liberty Place, Free, Different weekly line up of talented musicians and bands

Music Bingo: Saturdays, 6:30-8:30 PM, Paradocx Vineyards, Free, Music bingo is a fun spin on traditional bingo that allows you to jam out to song snippets while competing for gift cards & other prizes!