Ring in spring with these great events and happenings held throughout the month of April in Lehigh Valley, PA.
Spring temps and activities welcome the start of several seasonal outdoor activities like golfing, whitewater rafting, IronPigs baseball, and birdwatching. Events for runners and cyclists, as well as spectators come together as marathons and races kick off. And it's the last chance to catch our Lehigh Valley Phantoms as limited home games are remaining for this season.
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Whitewater Rafting Season Kicks Off
April 1 & 5, 2025
Lehigh River Launch Pads, Jim Thorpe, PA & Nesquehoning, PA
Spring is here and the natural water levels on the Lehigh River are generally at their highest. Book opening day trips with Pocono Whitewater and Whitewater Rafting Adventures.
HangDog Outdoor Adventure Opening Day
April 5, 2025
HangDog Outdoor Adventure, 410 Cedarville Rd, Easton, PA 18042
Enjoy climbing, delicious food, yard games, and more at HangDog Outdoor Adventure's season opener! Grab a drink, and spend the afternoon hanging out at HangDog Brewing Co.
Japanese Cherry Blossom Festival
April 5, 2025
The Bethlehem-Tondabayashi Sister City Commission, 11 West Church St, Bethlehem, PA 18018
The 2025 BTSCC Sakura Festival takes place around the time our sakura (cherry blossom) trees surrounding Bethlehem City Hall are in bloom, which historically occurs in early to mid April. Each year, the Bethlehem-Tondabayashi Sister City Commission schedules this annual festival to coincide with the opening of the blossoms.
Allentown Film Festival
April 10-13, 2025
Various Locations
Head to the Civic Theatre of Allentown for the 3rd annual Allentown Film Festival that will take place at the two historic cinemas: the 19th Street Theatre, a grand Art Deco masterpiece, and Theatre514. Enjoy outstanding films from around the world followed by Q&A panel discussions during which audience members interact with filmmakers.
Monkey Knife Fight
April 12, 2025
Valley Preferred Cycling Center, 1151 Mosser Rd., Breiningsville, PA 18031
Celebrating the toughest, gnarliest, steepest, brutalest, ridiculousest roads you'll ever ride, while raising money to help kids, Monkey Knife Fight returns with 4 distinct ride length options, all with lots of climbing over the steep & dirty hills of southeast Pennsylvania. Join in on this social ride to benefit the charity Dream Come True.
Easter Egg Hunt
April 12, 2025
Becky's Drive-In, 4548 Lehigh Dr., Walnutport, PA 18088
Spring is in the air at Becky's Drive-In, bring the whole family and experience this year's Easter Egg Hunt. Lucky prizes, visits from the Easter Bunny, and a double-feature under the stars awaits. This Don't forget to bring your basket!
Cars & Coffee
April 13, 2025
ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks, 101 Founders Way, Bethlehem, PA 18105
It’s time to rev up your engines as hundreds of cars, trucks and motorcycles fill the ArtsQuest SteelStacks™ campus during the monthly Cars & Coffee Lehigh Valley series. This event is free and open to the public.
Dancing With The Stars LIVE!
April 17, 2025
Wind Creek Event Center, 77 Wind Creek Blvd., Bethlehem, PA 18105
Witness the glitz, glamour, and show-stopping performances of America’s favorite dance sensation in an all-new Dancing With The Stars live tour! Feel the energy, artistry, and athleticism of the ballroom like never before in an up-close and unforgettable experience happening only at the Wind Creek Event Center.
The Pharcyde
April 18, 2025
Archer Music Hall, 939 Hamilton St., Allentown, PA 18101
Become one of the first to experience Lehigh Valley's newest live music venue, Archer Music Hall. With shows happening all year long, you won't want to miss a beat. Check out The Pharcyde, performing in the Arrow room, this month.
Catty's EATS Fest
April 26, 2025
Bridge & American Streets, Catasauqua
Join the Whitehall Area Chamber and Catasauqua Borough for Catty's EATS Fest! As the Whitehall Area Chamber's signature food festival, EATS Fest means good LOCAL eats in Catasauqua! With food trucks, great vendors, live music and family-friendly fun, there is a little bit of something for everyone.
Hallow(inbet)ween
April 26, 2025
Lehigh Valley Zoo, 5150 Game Preserve Rd., Schnecksville, PA 18078
Dust off those costumes and get ready to trick-or-treat around the zoo at the halfway point to Halloween. Guests will leave the zoo with plenty of smiles… and candy from candy stations all around the zoo! Also, enjoy spooky crafts and Halloween fun because it’s always time to have a good time to mix the excitement of spring with the exhilaration of Halloween
Spring into Easton
April 26, 2025
Downtown Easton
A downtown Easton event that combines an afternoon of shopping with food and drink sampling is returning just in time for Mother's Day, Father's Day, graduations, and summer wedding season. Spring Into Easton will run from noon to 4 p.m. at more than a dozen retail locations that offer friendly service and quality merchandise; enjoy food and libations at each location!
42nd St. Luke's Half Marathon, 5K & Youth Run
April 27, 2025
Allentown, PA
Join St. Luke's University for the St. Luke's Half Marathon, 5K & Youth Run. It's a picturesque half marathon event that meanders through city parks and local neighborhoods in Allentown, PA.
Princess Tea
April 27, 2025
Bank Street Annex, 316 Northampton St, Easton, PA 18042
The Greater Easton Development Partnership cordially invites princes and princesses to the 6th annual Princess Tea at the Bank Street Annex. Come dressed in your fairytale finest. Guests will enjoy tea and allergy-friendly treats while meeting several storybook princesses.
