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OCTOBER EVENTS

Every Sat./Sun.  thru November 30, 10 am-5 pm

STRAW MAZE

Explore the straw maze every weekend through November. Children ages 4-11 with parental supervision. Woodmere Art Museum, 9201 Germantown Avenue, Chestnut Hill, woodmereartmuseum.org (tickets required)

Now thru Sun. November 2

LINCOLN MILL HAUNTED HOUSE

Lincoln Mill, one of Manayunk’s numerous mills dating back to 1860, is now one of Philadelphia’s popular haunted attractions. Check website for dates and times. 4100 Main Street, Manayunk, lincolnmillhaunt.com (tickets required)

 
Sun. October 12, 11 am-5 pm

FALL FOR THE ARTS FESTIVAL   

POSTPONED UNTIL 10/19

The 41st annual Fall for the Arts Festival features over 200 artists and vendors along a seven-block stretch of Chestnut Hill’s iconic Germantown Avenue. Watch artists create their works on-site. Live entertainment and music. This is a rain or shine event. 8000-8600 blocks of Germantown Avenue, Chestnut Hill, chestnuthillpa.com (free admission)

Sun. October 12, 7 pm

BUCKCHERRY & MICHAEL MONROE

With Drew Cragle and The Reputations. Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Avenue, Glenside, keswicktheatre.com (tickets required)

Tues. October 14, 7 pm

TUESDAY NIGHTS AT THE MOVIES: Vanishing Point (1971)

Presented by the Chestnut Hill Film Group. Woodmere Art Museum, 9201 Germantown Avenue, Chestnut Hill, woodmereartmuseum.org. (free admission, donations suggested)

Tues. October 14, 8 pm

MASHINA VREMENI

Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Avenue, Glenside, keswicktheatre.com (tickets required)

Wed. October 15, 8 pm

WATCHHOUSE

Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Avenue, Glenside, keswicktheatre.com (tickets required)

Fri. October 17, 6 pm

FRIDAY NIGHT JAZZ: Feelin’ Good with the Music of Lou Rawls

Woodmere Art Museum, 9201 Germantown Avenue, Chestnut Hill, woodmereartmuseum.org (tickets required)

Fri. October 17, 8 pm

38 SPECIAL

Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Avenue, Glenside, keswicktheatre.com (tickets required)

Fri. October 17, 9:30 pm

MONSTER BASH AT THE MOVIES

Second annual fall fundraiser for the non-profit Ambler Theatre. Costume contest, raffle, open bar and DJ. Ambler Theatre, 108 E. Butler Avenue, Ambler, amblertheatre.org (tickets required)

Sat. October 18, 11 am-4 pm

MANAYUNK FALL FEST

Celebrate the season at Manayunk’s newest event! Vendors, music, food, family fun and more.  Included in the event will be a Mac 'n Cheese Crawl - get your fill of fall comfort food! Get more details at manayunk.com (free admission, tickets required for the Mac 'n Cheese Crawl)

Sat. October 18, 11 am-5 pm

EAST FALLSFEST

This festival has it all - kayaking on the river, a circus arts show, music, Philadelphia history pop-ups, family activities, a beer garden, food and more! Ridge & Midvale Avenues, East Falls, discovereastfalls.org/fallsfest (free admission)

Sat. October 18, 4:30-8:30 pm

RIP 5K at LAUREL HILL

Annual run/walk event through the headstones at Laurel Hill. Costumes are encouraged. After-run party with killer tunes, snacks and cold beverages. Laurel Hill East, 3822 Ridge Avenue, laurelhillphl.com (advance registration is required)

Sat. October 18, 6-9 pm

HALLOWEEN LANTERN TOURS

Explore Hope Lodge by lantern light and participate in a spooky adventure. Pre-registration is required. Historic Hope Lodge, 553 S. Bethlehem Pike, Fort Washington, historichopelodge.org (tickets required)

Sat. October 18, 8 pm

ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW

Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Avenue, Glenside, keswicktheatre.com (tickets required)

NEW DATE - Sun. October 19, 11 am-5 pm

FALL FOR THE ARTS FESTIVAL   

The 41st annual Fall for the Arts Festival features over 200 artists and vendors along a seven-block stretch of Chestnut Hill’s iconic Germantown Avenue. Watch artists create their works on-site. Live entertainment and music. This is a rain or shine event. 8000-8600 blocks of Germantown Avenue, Chestnut Hill, chestnuthillpa.com (free admission)

 
Sun. October 19, noon-4 pm

WEST MT. AIRY HISTORIC HOUSE TOUR

Self-guided tour of specially selected private homes. Proceeds benefit Mt. Airy Learning Tree and West Mt. Airy Neighbors. For more info, visit mtairylearningtree.org (advance tickets required)

Sun. October 19, 7:30 pm

NOT DEAD YET!

John Cleese and the Holy Grail at 50. Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Avenue, Glenside, keswicktheatre.com (tickets required)

Tues./Wed./Thurs. Oct. 21-23, 5-8 pm

WITCHES OF WHITEMARSH HAYRIDE

The friendly Witch of Whitemarsh shares Halloween stories and a treat, making this perfect for the kids. Pre-registration is required Cedar Grove Park, 100 Cedar Grove Road, Conshohocken. whitemarshparks.org (tickets required)

Tues. October 21, 7 pm

TUESDAY NIGHTS AT THE MOVIES: The Old Dark House (1932)

Presented by the Chestnut Hill Film Group. Woodmere Art Museum, 9201 Germantown Avenue, Chestnut Hill, woodmereartmuseum.org. (free admission, donations suggested)

Wed. October 22, 6 pm

GABBY’S DOLLHOUSE LIVE!

Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Avenue, Glenside, keswicktheatre.com (tickets required)

Thurs. October 23, 3:30-6 pm

AUTUMN ON THE AVENUE

Families are invited to bring kids in costume for a pre-Halloween trick-or-treating, kid’s crafts and more. Germantown Avenue, Mt. Airy. For details, visit mtairycdc.org (free admission)

Thurs. October 23, 7 pm

RETROGRADE MOVIE SERIES: The Fly (1986)

Series of throwback film favorites followed by an after-party of trivia or karaoke. Ambler Theatre, 108 E. Butler Avenue, Ambler, amblertheatre.org (tickets required)

Thurs. October 23, 8 pm

TOMMY EMMANUEL

Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Avenue, Glenside, keswicktheatre.com (tickets required)

Fri. October 24, 6 pm

FRIDAY NIGHT JAZZ: Lady Sings the Blues: Tribute to Billie Holiday

Woodmere Art Museum, 9201 Germantown Avenue, Chestnut Hill, woodmereartmuseum.org (tickets required)

Fri./Sat. October 24 & 25, 7-10 pm

SOUL CRAWL

Hear the storied lives of restless spirits from the late 19th and early 20th centuries as you are led by flashlight down Laurel Hill East Cemetery’s winding pathways. Night will conclude with festive beverages around roaring fire pits. Laurel Hill Cemetery, 3822 Ridge Ave., laurelhillphl.com (tickets required)

Fri./Sat. October 24 & 25, 8 pm

THE HOOTERS: 45 ALIVE

45th Anniversary Tour. Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Avenue, Glenside, keswicktheatre.com (tickets required)

Sat. October 25, 11 am-2 pm

MYNK TRICK OR TREATING

The annual kids and pets parade kicks off the day followed by trick or treating on Main Street at participating businesses. Main Street, Manayunk, manayunk.com

Sat. October 25, 11 am-1  pm

AMBLER HALLOWEEN PARADE AND EXTRAVAGANZA

Parade followed by trick or treating at local participating businesses.  Ambler Theatre, 108 E. Butler Pike, Ambler, amblermainstreet.org (free admission)

Sat. October 25, 4:30-7 pm

HAUNTED HORSES

A unique trick-or-treating experience for the whole family. Horses and riders wear creative costumes and hand-out treats to visiting ghosts, goblins and superheroes. Northwestern Stables, 120 W. Northwestern Ave., Chestnut Hill, northwesternstables.com (tickets required)

Sat. October 25, 7 pm

LIVE @ THE LANE: THE “N” CROWD COMEDY SHOW

Improv comedy show – unscripted and audience-driven. Allens Lane Art Center, 601 W. Allens Lane, Mt. Airy, allenslane.org (tickets required)

Sun. October 26, 11 am-5 pm

HARVEST FESTIVAL 2025

Awbury Arboretum hosts this free family event. Music, hayrides, crafts, a s’mores pit, farm market and beer garden are just some of the attractions. The Farm at Awbury, 6336 Ardleigh St., Germantown, awbury.org (free admission)

Sun. October 26, 1-3 pm

HALLOWEEN ON THE HILL – TRICK OR TREATING

Grab your costumes and trick-or-treat on Bethlehem Pike and the Avenue. Look for the Treats Here signs at participating businesses.  A teal pumpkin means the shop is offering both candy and non-food treats. Visit chestnuthillpa.com for more details. (free admission)

Wed. October 29, 8 pm

THOMAS DOLBY

Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Avenue, Glenside, keswicktheatre.com (tickets required)

Fri. October 31, 6 pm

FRIDAY NIGHT JAZZ: The Music of Al Green

Woodmere Art Museum, 9201 Germantown Avenue, Chestnut Hill, woodmereartmuseum.org (tickets required)

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SEPTEMBER EVENTS

Ongoing thru September 30

GARDEN RAILWAY: WORLD POLLINATORS

Morris Arboretum’s signature miniature railway features a one-third mile course spotlighting our all-important pollinators. Morris Arboretum & Gardens, 100 E. Northwestern Avenue, Chestnut Hill, morrisarboretum.org (admission required)

Thurs. September 4, 5:30-7:30 pm

OPENING RECEPTION – THE PHOTO REVIEW: Best of Show 2025

This exhibition presents the work of the prizewinners of the 2025 International Photography Competition. The Photo Review runs through November 2. Woodmere Art Museum, 9201 Germantown Ave., Chestnut Hill, woodmereartmuseum.org (Reception is free but requires registration)

 Fri. September 5, 5-8 pm

ARTS & EATS

A First Friday fusion of Chestnut Hill’s artistic and culinary scenes. Take in the galleries, restaurants, music and extended shopping hours. Germantown Avenue, Chestnut Hill, chestnuthillpa.com/events. (free admission)

Fri. September 5, 5-9 pm

FRIDAYS AT THE POCKET PARK

Enjoy summer evenings with live music, local beer and themed fun. Pocket Park, 6170 Ridge Avenue, Roxborough, roxboroughpa.com/events-28/pocket-park-events. (free admission)

Fri. September 5, 5:30-7:30 pm

STRAW MAZE OPENING RECEPTION

Celebrate the opening of another season of the Straw Maze at Woodmere. Woodmere Art Museum, 9201 Germantown Avenue, Chestnut Hill, woodmereartmuseum.org (free admission)

Fri. September 5, 6-9 pm

FIRST FRIDAY - AMBLER

Ambler’s open-air event featuring music, food, kids activities and shopping. Butler Avenue, Ambler, amblermainstreet.org/calendar (free admission)

Fri. September 5, 8 pm

AL STEWART

The Farewell Tour.  Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Avenue, Glenside, keswicktheatre.com (tickets required)

Fri. September 5, 8:30-11:30 pm

CINEMA IN THE CEMETERY: ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW

Celebrate the 50th anniversary of this cult classic. Doors open at 7:00 with popup food trucks and a preshow by TNP. Laurel Hill East, 3822 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, laurelphl.com (tickets required)

Sat. September 6, 10 am – 4 pm

PHILADELPHIA HONEY FESTIVAL

The grounds of the Wyck House will be buzzing with activities! Honey tastings and extractions, bee beards and more. Historic Wyck House, 6026 Germantown Ave., Germantown, wyck.org/Philadelphia-honey-festival (free admission)

Sat. September 6, 11 am-1 pm

DOG DAYS OF SUMMER IN AMBLER

Dog parade and block party with costume contest, prizes and vendors. Ridge Avenue, Ambler, amblermainstreet.org (free admission)

Sun. September 7,  10 am – 4 pm

THE CLOVER MARKET – Chestnut Hill

The fall market will feature over 90 vendors, carefully curated for your shopping pleasure! Highland Avenue, Chestnut Hill, theclovermarket.com (free admission)

Mon. September 8, 8 pm

SPARKS

MAD Tour.  Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Avenue, Glenside, keswicktheatre.com (tickets required)

Tues. September 9, 8 pm

THE WATERBOYS

North American tour.  Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Avenue, Glenside, keswicktheatre.com (tickets required)

Wed. September 10, 5-9 pm

GO MT. AIRY SUPPER SESSIONS

Final Supper Session of the year! Street festival with food, music and kids activities. Rain date Wed. 9/17.  7100 & 7200 blocks of Germantown Avenue, Mt. Airy, mtairycdc.org/what-we-do/community-events. (free admission)

Wed. September 10, 8 pm

10CC

Ultimate Ultimate Greatest Hits Tour.  Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Avenue, Glenside, keswicktheatre.com (tickets required)

Thurs. September 11, 5-9 pm

ROCK THE KNIGHT FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL

Over 20 food trucks bring neighbors together for a fun dinner on the streets of Glenside. Easton Rd, Wesley Ave, Glenside Ave., Glenside. Rain date Sept. 18. More info at downtownglenside.com (free admission)

Thurs. September 11, 6-9 pm

9/11 REMEMBRANCE EVENT

Ceremony from 6-7 pm. Music from 7-9 pm featuring The Providers with Hillary Torchiana from The Voice. Gorgas Park, 6300 Ridge Avenue, Roxborough. For more information and updates, visit the Friends of Gorgas Park Facebook page. (free admission)

Thurs. September 11, 8 pm

HOKUS POKUS LIVE

Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Avenue, Glenside, keswicktheatre.com (tickets required)

Sat. September 13, 10:30-11:30 am

SECOND SATURDAYS AT CLIVEDEN: Spotlight Tour

Part of the Houses of the Revolution City tour series. 6401 Germantown Avenue, Germantown, cliveden.org (tickets required)

Sat. September 13, 11 am-5 pm

MAAG ROCKS ART!

Mount Airy Arts Garage presents its annual one-day Arts & Craft Festival featuring local artists, live music, and food. The festival will be held on Germantown Avenue between Mt. Pleasant and Sedgwick Avenues, Mount Airy. mtairyartgarage.org (free admission)

Sat. September 13, 1-7 pm

MT. AIRY PORCHFEST 2025

A day of free musical performances on your neighbors’ porches. Stroll the streets of this volunteer-led free music festival. Rain or shine event. For more info, visit mtairyporchfest.com (free admission)

Sat. September 13

ART ON THE RIDGE

Saturday Arts Market featuring local arts and crafts, live music and more! Pocket Park, 6170 Ridge Avenue, Roxborough, roxboroughpa.com (free admission)

Sat. September 13, 8 pm

THE BREAKERS

Tom Petty tribute band.  Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Avenue, Glenside, keswicktheatre.com (tickets required)

Sun. September 14, 7:30 pm

STOP MAKING SENSE

A film by Jonathan Demme and Talking Heads.  Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Avenue, Glenside, keswicktheatre.com (tickets required)

September 15-21

CONSHOHOCKEN RESTAURANT WEEK

15 participating restaurants featuring prix fixe menus. Details at morethanthecurve.com/conshohocken-restaurant-week

Wed. September 17, 8 pm

MICHAEL SCHENKER

“My Years with UFO” tour.  Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Avenue, Glenside, keswicktheatre.com (tickets required)

Fri. September 19, 7 pm

GIRLS GONE BIBLE LIVE

Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Avenue, Glenside, keswicktheatre.com (tickets required)

Sat. September 20, 10 am

$5 FAMILY MATINEE: Alice in Wonderland (1952)

Family-friendly and affordable matinee screening at the Ambler Theatre, 108 E. Butler Avenue, Ambler, amblertheatre.org (tickets required)

Sat. September 20, 10:30-11:30 am

HOUSES OF THE REVOLUTION TOUR: Historic Wyck House & Gardens

Part of Revolution City Tour series. 6026 Germantown Avenue, Germantown, wyck.org (tickets required)

Sat. September 20, 11 am-2 pm

TOUCH-A-TRUCK

Touch-a-Truck returns this fall to delight both young and old, as the various large trucks from around the area congregate in the Miles Park Lower Lot, 374 Germantown Pike, Lafayette Hill. Pre-registration is required. Call the Whitemarsh Twp. Parks and Recreation Department at 610-828-7276. (tickets required)

Sat. September 20, 12-5 pm

MARKET OF THE MACABRE

Peruse amongst historic tombstones for handmade items, assorted oddities and taxidermy, antiques, jewelry, spiritual goods, clothing, original artwork, and more.  Laurel Hill Cemetery, 3822 Ridge Ave., laurelhillphl.com/events (tickets required)

Sat. September 20, 8 pm

EMERSON, LAKE & PALMER

Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Avenue, Glenside, keswicktheatre.com (tickets required)

Fri. September 12 thru Sun. September 28

THE STAGECRAFTERS: The Cake

The 2025-2026 season opener!  Showtimes are 8 pm on Fridays and Saturdays and 2 pm on Sundays. The Stagecrafters, 8130 Germantown Avenue, Chestnut Hill, thestagecrafters.org (tickets required) 

Fri. September 12 thru Sun. September 28

OLD ACADEMY PLAYERS: Crimes of the Heart

Showtimes are 8 pm on Fridays and Saturdays and 2 pm on Sundays. Old Academy Players, 3544 Indian Queen Lane, East Falls, oldacademyplayers.org (tickets required)

Tues. September 23, 7 pm

NURSE BLAKE

But Did You Die? Comedy Tour. Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Avenue, Glenside, keswicktheatre.com (tickets required)

Thurs. September 25, 7 pm

RETROGRADE MOVIE SERIES: That Thing That You Do (1996)

Series of throwback film favorites followed by an after-party of trivia or karaoke. Ambler Theatre, 108 E. Butler Avenue, Ambler, amblertheatre.org (tickets required)

Thurs. September 25, 8 pm

SHAUN CASSIDY

Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Avenue, Glenside, keswicktheatre.com (tickets required)

Fri. September 12 thru Sun. September 28

THE STAGECRAFTERS: The Cake

The 2025-2026 season opener!  Showtimes are 8 pm on Fridays and Saturdays and 2 pm on Sundays. The Stagecrafters, 8130 Germantown Avenue, Chestnut Hill, thestagecrafters.org (tickets required) 

Fri. September 12 thru Sun. September 28

OLD ACADEMY PLAYERS: Crimes of the Heart

Showtimes are 8 pm on Fridays and Saturdays and 2 pm on Sundays. Old Academy Players, 3544 Indian Queen Lane, East Falls, oldacademyplayers.org (tickets required)

Tues. September 23, 7 pm

NURSE BLAKE

But Did You Die? Comedy Tour. Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Avenue, Glenside, keswicktheatre.com (tickets required)

Thurs. September 25, 7 pm

RETROGRADE MOVIE SERIES: That Thing That You Do (1996)

Series of throwback film favorites followed by an after-party of trivia or karaoke. Ambler Theatre, 108 E. Butler Avenue, Ambler, amblertheatre.org (tickets required)

Thurs. September 25, 8 pm

SHAUN CASSIDY

Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Avenue, Glenside, keswicktheatre.com (tickets required)

Fri. September 26, 7 pm and 10 pm

MO’NIQUE AND FRIENDS

Comedy show.  Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Avenue, Glenside, keswicktheatre.com (tickets required)

Sat. September 27, 11 am-4pm

MT. AIRY ARTS FESTIVAL

3rd annual event featuring local arts, an outdoor stage, art market, food trucks and more! Allens Lane Art Center, 601 W. Allens Lane, Mt. Airy, allenslane.org (free admission)

Sat. September 27, 8 pm

PAT McGANN

Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Avenue, Glenside, keswicktheatre.com (tickets required)

Sun. September 28, time TBD

ELVIS SHOW      

Jeff Krick & Son perform. Gorgas Park, 6300 Ridge Ave., Roxborough. For more information and updates, visit the Friends of Gorgas Park Facebook page. (free admission)

Sun. September 28, 8 pm

STEVE HOFSTETTER

Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Avenue, Glenside, keswicktheatre.com (tickets required)

Mon. September 29, 7:30 pm

DEAD EVIL IN CONCERT

Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Avenue, Glenside, keswicktheatre.com (tickets required)

Tues. September 30, 8 pm

GEOFF TATE’S OPERATION MINDCRIME

Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Avenue, Glenside, keswicktheatre.com (tickets required)

OCTOBER EVENTS

Thurs. October 2, 8 pm

TALISK AND THE GARDINER BROTHERS

Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Avenue, Glenside, keswicktheatre.com (tickets required)

Fri. October 3, 5-8 pm

ARTS & EATS

A First Friday fusion of Chestnut Hill’s artistic and culinary scenes. Take in the galleries, restaurants, music and extended shopping hours. Germantown Avenue, Chestnut Hill, chestnuthillpa.com (free admission) 

 Fri. October 3 to Mon. Oct. 6, 7-9 pm

NIGHT OF LIGHTS

The Chestnut Hill Conservancy presents the 8th annual Night of Lights, an innovative public streetscape exhibition which illuminates the Chestnut Hill business corridor and one of America’s iconic main streets, Germantown Avenue. The official “Flip the Switch” kickoff event is Friday, 10/3 at 6:30 pm at the Conservancy headquarters at 8708 Germantown Avenue. Germantown Avenue, Chestnut Hill, chconservancy.org (free admission)

Fri. October 3, 6:30-9:30 pm

FALL FROLIC: A NIGHT TO REMEMBER

Join the Chestnut Hill Community Association for an evening of drinks, hors d’oeuvres and Big Band music at the Philadelphia Cricket Club. Tickets are available from the CHCA at chestnuthill.org. (tickets required) 

Fri. October 3, 8 pm

MAGICAL MYSTERY DOORS

A tribute to The Beatles, Led Zeppelin and The Doors. Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Avenue, Glenside, keswicktheatre.com (tickets required)

October 4 thru February 15

SOUL, SOUND, AND VOICE: The Art of Jerry Pinkney

Exhibition of master watercolorist and internationally renowned illustrator. Woodmere Art Museum, 9201 Germantown Avenue, Chestnut Hill, woodmereartmuseum.org (tickets required)

Sat. October 4, 10 am-4 pm

REVOLUTIONARY GERMANTOWN FESTIVAL

The Revolutionary Germantown Festival is an annual, free community event commemorating the 248th anniversary of the Battle of Germantown on October 4, 1777. Cliveden, 6401 Germantown Avenue, Germantown, cliveden.org (free admission)

Sat. October 4, 11 am-4 pm

OUT & ABOUT IN MANAYUNK

Celebrate National Coming Out Day in Manayunk! The festival will host a variety of local organizations & vendors, an artisan market, live performances, music and more.  More details at manayunk.com (free admission)

Sat. October 4,  11 am-9 pm

AMBLER OKTOBERFEST

The streets of Ambler transform into an Oktoberfest celebration with vendors and food trucks, kids rides, a beer garden and musical performances.  Butler Pike, Ambler, amblermainstreet.org (free admission)

Sat. October 4, Noon-5 pm

ROXTOBERFEST 2025

The 13th annual Roxtoberfest brings the feel of a German Oktoberfest to the streets of Roxborough. Live music, biergartens, fun competitions, activities for kids, food trucks and vendors line Ridge Avenue for this classic fall street festival. Ridge Avenue between Lyceum Ave and Leverington Ave, Roxborough, roxboroughpa.com (free admission)

Sat. October 4, 6 pm and 9 pm

TNP SHADOW CAST OF THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW

The Out & About celebration continues into the Time Warp! Fishnets and costumes are encouraged at these special performances presented by the Manayunk Development Corporation. Venice Island Performing Arts Center, 7 Lock Street, Manayunk. Tickets available at manayunk.com (tickets required)

Sat. October 4, 8 pm

RAPHAEL SAADIQ

Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Avenue, Glenside, keswicktheatre.com (tickets required)

Sat./Sun. October 4 & 5

LIVE @ THE LANE: MT. AIRY HOME COMPANION: Give Me Liberty!

Mt. Airy’s resident performance troupe’s comedic drama about the 250th anniversary of the USA. Friday show at 7 pm, Saturday show at 2 pm. Allens Lane Art Center, 601 W. Allens Lane, Mt. Airy, allenslane.org (tickets required)

Sun. October 5, 11 am-3 pm

FALL FUN DAY

Children of all ages and caregivers are invited to a family-friendly day of outdoor autumn festivities. Enjoy a cemetery scavenger hunt, mini-tours, games, prizes, story times, and fall crafts. Costumes encouraged! Laurel Hill East Cemetery, 3822 Ridge Ave., laurelhillphl.com (free admission)

Sun. October 5, 11 am

FAMILY STORYTELLING WITH GLORIA PINKNEY

A special program in conjunction with Soul, Sound & Voice: The Art of Jerry Pinkney exhibit. Woodmere Art Museum, 9201 Germantown Avenue, Chestnut Hill, woodmereartmuseum.org

Sun. October 5, 8 pm

BUENA VISTA ORCHESTRA

Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Avenue, Glenside, keswicktheatre.com (tickets required)

Tues. October 7, 7 pm

TUESDAY NIGHTS AT THE MOVIES: The Adventures of Robin Hood (1938)

Presented by the Chestnut Hill Film Group. Woodmere Art Museum, 9201 Germantown Avenue, Chestnut Hill, woodmereartmuseum.org. (free admission, donations suggested)

Wed. October 8 through Sun. November 2

QUINTESSENCE THEATRE GROUP: FIRE!!

The opening play of the Quintessence Theatre Group’s 16th season. Check website for show dates and times. Sedgwick Theatre, 7137 Germantown Avenue, Mt. Airy, quintessencetheatregroup.org (tickets required)

Wed./Thurs. October 8 & 9, 8 pm

YES: The Fragile 2025 Tour

Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Avenue, Glenside, keswicktheatre.com (tickets required)

Fri. October 10 thru Sun. November 9

ACT II PLAYHOUSE: Steven King’s Misery

Check website for show dates and times. Act II Playhouse, 56 E. Butler Avenue, Ambler, act2.org

Fri. October 10, 6 pm

FRIDAY NIGHT JAZZ: Honoring Jazz Royalty: Ella & Duke

The Woodmere Art Museum kicks off its 10-week fall jazz schedule. Woodmere Art Museum, 9201 Germantown Avenue, Chestnut Hill, woodmereartmuseum.org (tickets required)

Fri. October 10, 8 pm

THE MUSICAL BOX

Performing Genesis Live. Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Avenue, Glenside, keswicktheatre.com (tickets required)

Sat. October 11, 10 am

$5 FAMILY MATINEE: Hotel Transylvania 2 (2015)

Family-friendly and affordable matinee screening at the Ambler Theatre, 108 E. Butler Avenue, Ambler, amblertheatre.org (tickets required)

Sat. October 11, 10:30 am-noon

SECOND SATURDAYS AT CLIVEDEN: Cemeteries of Germantown tour

A perfect pre-Halloween activity! 6401 Germantown Avenue, Germantown, cliveden.org (tickets required)

Sat. October 11, 12-6 pm

ROXYUNK PORCHFEST 2025

The streets of Roxborough and Manayunk play host to a music festival from neighborhood porches. Rain date is Sun. Oct. 12. For more info, visit roxyunkporchfest.com (free admission)

Sat. October 11, 7:30 pm

VOX AMA DEUS: VIVALDISSIMO

Baroque chamber orchestra. Church of St. Martin-in-the-Fields, 8000 St. Martins Lane, Chestnut Hill, voxamadeus.org (tickets required) 

Sat. October 11, 8 pm

WHOSE LIVE ANYWAY?

Improv tour by cast of Whose Line Is It Anyway? Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Avenue, Glenside, keswicktheatre.com (tickets required)