Published October 11, 2018
The Best of Philadelphia- Weekend of October 12-14
Philly has harvest festivals, spooky events, and so much more happening this weekend. Check out these great options happening in the area. You won’t want to miss any of the fun. Take a look!
Movie in the Park: How to Train Your Dragon
October 12
6:15 pm
Central Park
Doylestown, PA
Enjoy the intersection of earlier sunsets and beautiful fall weather by checking out this free movie night at the Thompson Performing Arts Center at the Covenant Bank Amphitheater.
Trick or Treat at the New Hope and Ivyland Railroads
October 12- Halloween
6:15 pm
New Hope Train Station
New Hope, PA
Dress up in your favorite Halloween costume and take a ride on this 45-minute train excursion for some exciting fall fun! The train ride will include a Halloween book reading, fun songs, and then concludes with trick or treating around the train station!
Reading Terminal Market Harvest Festival
October 13
10:00 am
Filbert Street- Reading Terminal Market
Philadelphia, PA
Filbert Street will turn from an urban street into a seasonal farm situated in the city! Check out the beer garden, hay rides, a pumpkin patch, and delicious treats that everyone will enjoy!
Fort Mifflin Candlelight Ghost Tours
October 12 and 13
7:00 pm
Fort Mifflin
Philadelphia, PA
This isn’t a haunted house filled with fake jump scares, take a truly spooky tour through Fort Mifflin by candlelight to search for ghosts who may linger on the grounds.
Cheltenham Community Harvest Festival
October 13
12:00 pm
Curtis Arboretum
Wyncote, PA
This classic harvest festival celebrates the best of autumn in Wyncote. Check out the all-day music, hayrides, craft fair, inflatables, and tons of other fun events.
Woodmere Art Museum Straw Maze
October 13 and 14
10:00 am
Woodmere Art Museum
Philadelphia, PA
This straw maze is a great time for all ages. Designed by architects, it’s a great way to challenge yourself and have some perfectly autumnal fun during the fall season.
October 13-14
9:00 am
Various Locations
Doylestown, PA
Celebrate the beauty of the written word at this two-day festival. Hear from incredible authors from every genre and participate in exciting bookish events throughout the weekend.
October 13
12:00 pm
South Street between Broad Street and 18th Street
Philadelphia, PA
This free festival is a great way to spend time with your neighbors, partake in some great beer, eat delicious foods, and catch some awesome local music. This celebration of community and a good time is a wonderful way to spend your Saturday.
