Can't-Miss Summer Festivals in Lehigh Valley
Summertime in Lehigh Valley is packed to the brim with fun.
Whether your visit includes making a splash at Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom, discovering color at Crayola Experience™, or admiring handcrafted instruments at C.F. Martin Guitar -- you’ll want to consider planning a stop at one of these local events to pair with your summer itinerary.
Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival
May 27–August 3, 2026
DeSales University Labuda Center for the Performing Arts | 2755 Station Ave, Center Valley, PA 18034
There’s no need to head to the big city to take in high-quality theatre performances. Head to DeSales University to catch a show from the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival, where you’ll find a lot more than just Shakespearean classics. From classic musicals to kid-friendly performances, the actors deliver top-notch performances in an intimate setting. Pack a picnic to enjoy outside before the performance begins.
Juneteenth Lehigh Valley
June 13–20, 2026
Multiple locations across the Lehigh Valley
Join Juneteenth Lehigh Valley for a weeklong celebration across Bethlehem, Easton, and Allentown, including flag raisings, food experiences, a parade, music, art, and more. Juneteenth is a holiday celebrated on June 19th, commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. It marks the day in 1865 when Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, with news that the Civil War had ended and all slaves were free.
Blues, Brews & Barbecue
June 13, 2026
Hamilton Street, Allentown, PA
What pairs better than music & food? Over 20,000 visitors gather in downtown Allentown each year for the annual Blues, Brews & Barbecue festival. At this event, visitors can catch incredible Blues musicians with international prominence, sample amazing BBQ from all around the US, and drink delicious craft and domestic brews right in the heart of downtown Allentown
Schnecksville Community Fair
June 16–20, 2026
Schnecksville Community Fairgrounds | 4550 Old Packhouse Rd, Schnecksville, PA 18078
Experience down-home fun at the Schnecksville Community Fair. The Schnecksville Community Fair began as a small carnival on the grounds of Community Fire Co. No. 1 in Schnecksville, PA in 1981. Over the years, the event has grown and matured while still being able to keep its mission to be a first-class agricultural fair constant.
Easton Heritage Day
July 11, 2026
Downtown Easton | Center Square, Easton, PA 18042
Watch history come alive in Lehigh Valley! Easton Heritage Day is a free, full-day family festival that showcases local history, offers activities for kids, and concludes with an amazing fireworks display. This celebration marks Easton’s historic significance in the founding of the United States: at noon on July 8, 1776, Easton was one of three places where the Declaration of Independence had its first public reading.
NASCAR Race Weekend at Pocono Raceway
June 12-14, 2026
Pocono Raceway | 1234 Long Pond Rd, Long Pond, PA 18334
Have a need for speed? Don't miss high-speed thrills during NASCAR Race Weekend at Pocono Raceway. Catch qualifying races right here in Pennsylvania and cheer on racers as they compete on the Pocono track. Grab your tickets and start your engines!
39th Annual Blueberry Festival
July 18-19, 2026
Goundie House Welcome Center | 505 Main St.Bethlehem, Pennsylvania 18018
Ready to celebrate the season's sweetest treats? Don't miss the 39th Annual Blueberry Festival, hosted at Burnside Plantation. In addition to all things blueberry, visitors can check out wares from local vendors, enjoy live entertainment, and more.
Das Awkscht Fescht
July 31 - August 2, 2026
Macungie Memorial Park | 50 Poplar St, Macungie, PA 18062
Admire all sorts of classic vehicles at the Das Awkscht Fescht. As you take in the beauty of the vehicles, you can also enjoy the live performers part of the car show's musical lineup. And, back for the second year in a row, enjoy the Toy Show as part of the Das Awkscht Fescht that features retro action figures, toy cars, and more!
Drum Corps International (DCI) Classic
July 31 - August 1, 2026
J. Birney Crum Stadium | 2027 Linden St, Allentown, PA 18104
See some of the nation's top drum & bugle corps perform on the field at J. Birney Crum Stadium in Allentown as part of the Drum Corps International (DCI) Eastern Classic. The Classic is a two-night event, with half of the competitors performing each night. Each 11-minute performance combines music, marching, and special effects.
Musikfest®
July 31 - August 9, 2026
SteelStacks | 101 Founders Way, Bethlehem, PA 18015
With performances ranging from AJR to Train, Musikfest® welcomes nearly a million guests to Bethlehem each August. Lauded as the nation’s largest free, non-gated music festival, visitors can enjoy nearly 500 free performances throughout the 10-day event. Pick up one of the iconic Musikfest mugs to keep your beverage chilly as you wander the festival grounds, packed with every type of food you can imagine. Musikfest also features headlining performances by national artists each night.
Roasting Ears of Corn Festival
August 15-16, 2026
Museum of Indian Culture | 2825 Fish Hatchery Rd, Allentown, PA 18103
Pennsylvania’s oldest Native American Indian festival, the Roasting Ears of Corn Festival, returns to the Museum of Indian Culture. The event promises a weekend of American Indian drumming, singing, dancing, food, and more. See Native American cooking and flintknapping demonstrations, artifact displays, a Plains Indian tipi, and mountain man fur trade encampments. Experience throwing a tomahawk or using an atlatl (spear thrower). Peruse the marketplace for Native American jewelry, fine art, and clothing.
Wheels of Time
August 28-30, 2026
Macungie Memorial Park | 50 Poplar St, Macungie, PA 18062
For more incredible hot rods, swing by the Wheels of Time, which welcomes hundreds of rides to Macungie Memorial Park. The festival takes over the park with its presentation of vehicles, a flea market, and arts and crafts, this year featuring gourd painting!
Lehigh Valley Pride
August 30, 2026
The ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks | 101 Founders WayBethlehem, Pennsylvania 18015
Held on the grounds of the JCC of the Lehigh Valley, Lehigh Valley Pride is the region's premier outdoor event for the LGBT Community and allies. This year, the Pride Festival will host two stages, drag performances, KidsSpace, TeenSpace, an Artist Promenade, Gay Bingo, and the Pride Pub, in addition to retailers and food vendors.
Great Allentown Fair
September 2 - 7, 2026
Allentown Fairgrounds | 302 N 17th St, Allentown, PA 18104
Close out summer at the Great Allentown Fair. Dedicated to supporting the achievements of farmers, gardeners, and homemakers, the Fair invites guests to learn about agriculture while spending an exciting time riding rides, playing games, and seeing shows.
For a full look at all the events happening in Lehigh Valley, check out the full calendar of events.
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