The fall event season kicks off with ongoing and annual favorites! September is the official start of seasonal events from concerts to movies to theater performances. It also plays host to some of the area's signature autumn events including Chestnut Hill's Fall for the Arts and a trifecta of celebrations in Mt. Airy.
Now thru Sept. 30th
GARDEN RAILWAY dinos!
Don’t miss seeing this brand-new exhibition, featuring 15 different rail lines with a spectacular display of dinosaurs – all made from natural materials. Morris Arboretum & Gardens, 100 E. Northwestern Ave., Chestnut Hill, morrisarboretum.org.
Now thru Oct. 27th
BEST OF SHOW 2024 – The Photo Review
This exhibition presents the work of the prizewinners of the 2024 International Photography Competition. Woodmere Art Museum, 9201 Germantown Ave., Chestnut Hill, woodmereartmuseum.org.
Now thru Jan. 5th
IN THE MOMENT – Art and Photography of Harvey Finkle
Showcase of Finkle’s work over the past half decade. Woodmere Art Museum, 9201 Germantown Ave., Chestnut Hill, woodmereartmuseum.org.
Wed. Sept. 4th, 5-9 pm
GO MT. AIRY SUPPER SESSIONS
Final Supper Session of the year. Mid-week street festival with food, music and kids activities. Rain date Wed. 9/11. 7100 & 7200 blocks of Germantown Avenue, Mt. Airy, mtairycdc.org.
Thurs. Sept. 5th, 5-9
ROCK THE KNIGHT FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL
Annual festival featuring food from local restaurants, 40 food trucks and live music. Glenside & Easton Rds, Glenside, downtownglenside.com.
Fri. Sept. 6th, 5-8 pm
ARTS & EATS
A First Friday fusion of Chestnut Hill’s artistic and culinary scenes. Check the website for specials from galleries, restaurants and retail shops. Germantown Avenue, Chestnut Hill, goldenberggroup.com/arts-eats
Sept. 6th thru Dec. 1st
WOODMERE’S 2024 STRAW MAZE
This annual event, a children’s favorite, will have its opening reception on Fri. Sept 6th starting at 5:30 pm. Straw Maze hours are 10 am-5 pm on Saturdays and Sundays from Sept. 7-Dec. 1. Woodmere Art Museum, 9201 Germantown Avenue, Chestnut Hill, woodmereartmuseum.org
Sat. Sept. 7th, 10 am – 4 pm
PHILADELPHIA HONEY FESTIVAL
The grounds of the Wyck House will be buzzing with activities! Honey tastings and extractions, bee beards, food trucks, plant sale and more. Historic Wyck House, 6026 Germantown Ave., Germantown, wyck.org/Philadelphia-honey-festival
Sat. Sept 7th, 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
Sun. Sept. 8th, 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
Sun. Sept. 8th, 11 am – noon
SUNDAY FAMILY ART & STORYTELLING
Introduce your preschooler to art experiences. Ages 3-5 with an adult. Free event. Woodmere Art Museum, 9201 Germantown Ave., Chestnut Hill, woodmereartmuseum.org
Sun. Sept. 8th, 4-7 pm
GORGAS PARK CONCERT: Elvis Show
Featuring Jeff Krick & Son. Gorgas Park, 6300 Ridge Ave., Roxborough. For more information, visit the Friends of Gorgas Park Facebook page.
Sun. Sept. 8th to Sat. Sept 21st
CENTER CITY RESTAURANT WEEK
Over 100 participating restaurants. Two-course lunches for $20 or three-course dinners for $40 or $60. centercityphila.org/explore-center-city/ccd-restaurant-week
Wed. Sept. 11th, 6-9 pm
9/11 REMEMBRANCE EVENT
Prayer Vigil from 6-7 pm followed by the music of the Providers, featuring Hillary Torchiana from The Voice, until 9 pm. Gorgas Park, 6300 Ridge Ave., Roxborough
Sat. Sept. 14th, 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. Rain date is Sun. 9/15. mtairyartgarage.org
Sat. Sept 14th, 12-10 pm
GOOD NEIGHBORS FESTIVAL
Celebrate Mt. Airy and 10 years of Malelani Café all day long! Food, vendors, live music, street performers, pet beauty contest and more! 6700 block of Germantown Ave., Mt.Airy. malelani.cafe
Sat. Sept. 14th, 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. Featuring 80+ local and regional artists and vendors. Tickets in advance and at the door. Laurel Hill Cemetery, 3822 Ridge Ave., laurelhillphl.com/events
Sat. Sept 14th, 12-4 pm
ROOTS OF ROXBOROUGH
Live music, cold beverages, lite bites, local vendors, and kid's entertainment will be on site at this celebration of Roxborough's green spaces and community. Roxborough Home for Women, 601 Leverington Ave., roxboroughpa.com
Sat. Sept. 14th, 1-7 pm
MT. AIRY PORCHFEST 2024
This is the third year for this volunteer-led day of free music from neighborhood porches in Mt. Airy. This is an all-weather event. Maps will be available. mtairyporchfest.com
Sat. Sept. 14th, 4 pm start
SECOND SATURDAYS – MUSIC ALIVE: Rhenda Fearrington, Gloria Galante, Jim Dragoni
This trio of performers shares stories and performances of their experiences playing with some American icons. Tickets required. Rain date Sun 9/15. Germantown Historical Society Courtyard, 5501 Germantown Ave., Germantown, historicgermantownpa.org/music-alive
Sun. Sept 15th, 11 am – 5 pm
FALL FOR THE ARTS FESTIVAL
The 40th annual Fall for the Arts Festival features over 200 artists along a seven-block stretch of Chestnut Hill’s iconic Germantown Avenue. Visit the Maker’s Village and watch artists create their works on-site. Live entertainment and music. Rain date: Sun. Oct. 6th. 8000-8600 blocks of Germantown Avenue, Chestnut Hill, chestnuthillpa.com
Mon. Sept. 16th thru Sun. Sept. 22nd
CONSHOHOCKEN RESTAURANT WEEK
More than 15 participating restaurants featuring prix fixe menus. Details at morethanthecurve.com/conshohocken-restaurant-week.
Fri. Sept. 20th, 6-8 pm
THIRD FRIDAYS – Slip into Fall
Roxborough plays host to this family-friendly event featuring live music, food trucks, a beer garden and games for all ages. Roxborough Pocket Park, 6170 Ridge Ave. roxboroughpa.com
Sat. Sept. 21st, 11 am
CORN MOON CRAFT
Celebrate the September full moon, known as the Corn Moon, with a corn paper weaving craft and popcorn table. Free with general admission. Morris Arboretum, 100 E. Northwestern Ave., Chestnut Hill. morrisarboretum.org
Sat. Sept. 21st, 11 am-2 pm
TOUCH-A-TRUCK
Touch-a-Truck returns this fall and will delight those 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.
Sat. Sept. 28th, 4 pm start
SECOND SATURDAYS – MUSIC ALIVE: Odean Pope Quartet
Rescheduled from its original July date, this show is part of a series depicting the progression of American roots music, blues and jazz. Tickets required. Germantown Historical Society Courtyard, 5501 Germantown Ave., Germantown, historicgermantownpa.org/music-alive
Sun. Sept. 29th, 6 pm
AUTUMN EQUINOX DANCE PARTY
Say goodbye to summer and hello to autumn! Dance among the trees to your favorite songs. Registration required. Morris Arboretum, 100 E. Northwestern Ave., Chestnut Hill. morrisarboretum.org
