Summers in Lehigh Valley go by (way too) quickly, but there's no need to worry. We've curated a list of 25 must-do summer activities in Lehigh Valley to complete before the leaves start to fall. Whether you're looking for family fun, outdoor adventures, or cultural experiences, you'll find plenty of things to do in Lehigh Valley this summer. Ready to explore and check off your summer bucket list in Lehigh Valley? 

1. Ice Cream!

Enjoy a scoop (or two) of ice cream from area ice cream shops like The Cup in Bethlehem or Klein Farms in Easton.

Ice Cream at Klein Farms Dairy & Creamery in Easton

2. Paddling

Paddle down the Lehigh River with the Wildlands Conservancy or along the D&L trail. Want to test your balance? Try paddleboard yoga with Miss Melanie's Yoga on the water!

Miss Melanie Yoga
 

3. Free Live Music—Outdoors.

See a free outdoor concert at the Levitt Pavilion Summer Concert Series, plus a ton of other free live music across the region!

Levitt Pavilion

4. Get Wild at the Zoo.

Bring the whole family and get up close with the animals at the Lehigh Valley Zoo!

Bird at the Lehigh Valley Zoo

5. Hot Air Balloon Ride

Take in the stunning Lehigh Valley views from the sky at Lehigh Valley Hot Air!

Hot Air Balloons
 

6. Enjoy some wine outdoors

Sip some wine on a patio of one of the wineries in the Lehigh Valley American Viticultural Area

Clover Hill Vineyards & Winery

 

7. Explore the canal

Take a relaxing ride on the Josiah White II canal boat, after you've fed Hank & George, of course.

The 110-passenger Josiah White II canal boat along the Lehigh Canal at National Canal Museum in Easton, Pa.

8. Go Tubing

Go tubing on the Delaware or Lehigh Rivers.
Delaware River Tubing

9. Eat Aw Shucks Corn at Musikfest

Eat an ear (or two) of Aw Shucks corn at the largest free admission music festival in America: Musikfest (August 2-11, 2024).

A woman eats Aw-Shucks corn at Musikfest, Lehigh Valley, PA

10. Catch a fly ball

Catch a fly ball at a Lehigh Valley IronPigs game (bonus—you can get Aw Shucks corn at Coca-Cola Park, too).
 

11. Hit the Farmers Markets

Stock up on fresh produce and locally-made snacks from the 15 Lehigh Valley Farmers’ Markets, including the oldest-continuously operating open-air market, the Easton Farmers Market.

Easton Farmer's Market

12. Bike along the D&L

Bike along the D&L National Heritage Corridor.

Side of a white house with wooden fence on the D&L Trail

13. Pick Your Own Fruit

Pick the freshest fruits (think strawberries, blueberries, cherries, and more) at local pick-your-own farms and orchards! 

A little girl in a dress picks strawberries at Seiple Farms In Lehigh Valley, PA

14. Ride the Coasters

Ride all the coasters at Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom.

Dorney Park Talon

15. Explore Historic Moravian Bethlehem

Take a walking tour through the National Historic Landmark District of downtown Bethlehem.

Moravian Church in Spring

16. Admire classic cars

Admire classic cars at Das Awkscht Fescht (August 2-4, 2024) and Wheels of Time (August 23-25, 2024). 

A vintage car at Das Awkscht Fest

17. Dine Outdoors

Enjoy dinner al fresco at local favorites like Sette Luna in downtown Easton.

Diners cheers wine glasses on the outdoor patio at Sette Luna in Easton, PA

18. Indulge in deep-fried treats

Find funnel cakes, deep-fried Oreos, and even more delicious treats at The Great Allentown Fair! Don't forget the awesome rides, games, and petting zoo, too! (August 27 - September 1, 2025).

The Great Allentown Fair

19. Head underground

Head below ground at Lost River Caverns or Crystal Cave for some all-natural air conditioning.

20. Mini golf

Challenge your friends to a round at Putt U Miniature Golf.

21. Movies under the stars

Catch a flick under the stars at Shankweiler’s Drive-In Theatre or Becky's Drive-In, or take in a movie in the parks.

Shankweiler's Drive-In

 

22. Hike to the top

Hike to the top of Hawk Mountain or one of our Instagrammable Spots to take in the views.

23. Sunflowers

Bask in the beauty of endless fields of sunflowers blowing in the breeze.

Sunflower Field at St. Luke's University Anderson Campus

24. Fun with Science

The Da Vinci Science Center is full of interactive, immersive experiences that will amaze you as you learn, featuring the new Mission: Astronauts experience!

Mission: Astronauts

 

25. Horseback Riding

Saddle up! Lehigh Valley's scenic trails are even better on horseback.

While you’re out exploring all that Lehigh Valley has to offer, be sure to share your photos on Instagram using #LehighValleyPA.