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Pack a picnic lunch, a comfortable blanket, some sunglasses and take advantage of the many parks and cozy spots as the setting for your next picnic. The following locations call for some walking shoes as you won’t want to miss out on the nearby trails and attractions.

There's no food that welcomes feeling of fall like freshly picked apples. In Lehigh Valley, you'll find a number of locations offering locally-grown varieties, both in pre-picked and pick-your-own options. 

Lovers of fall can rejoice that at this time of year as many Lehigh Valley farms are playing host to outdoor autumnal attractions, including corn mazes, pumpkin patches, hayrides and more.

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Bring on the sunshine! Warmer weather means getting outside and spending time with family and friends. This summer you can safely have fun when you visit Downtown Allentown. Check out the top six outdoor events you’ll want to experience this summer! 

Looking for a way to beat the heat this summer? You don't have to sit inside in the AC to stay cool. Why not head underground where you'll be able to experience mild temperatures all year round?

Enjoy a night under the stars at the drive in movies! 

Lehigh Valley's Drive-Ins are both ready to reopen for the 2021 season. Please check with each venue to learn more about their health & safety practices. 

Becky's Drive-In in Walnutport
Open 7 days a week. Admission is $11 for adults, $7 for children ages 3-12, 2 & under is free. Admission includes a double feature. Gates open at 7 p.m. on Friday, 6 p.m. on Saturday; and 7:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday. Movie selects below are showing through July 1, 2021.

• Screen 1: “F9: The Fast Saga” (PG-13) at 9:00 p.m. and “Nobody” (R) at 11:35 p.m. 
• Screen 2: "A Quiet Place Part II" (PG-13) at 9:00 p.m. and "The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It" (R) at 11:00 p.m.

Shankweiler's in Orefield
Shankweiler's is open 7 days a week for its 87th consecutive season. Perfect nightcap to enjoy a funnel cake! Showtimes are approximate and tickets are ONLY available at the Box-Office and must be used at time of purchase. Admission is $11 for adults and $7 for Children 12 & under; 2 yrs & under is free. Admission includes a double feature.

• Now Showing through July 1: "F9: The Fast Saga” (PG-13) at 9:00 p.m. and “Nobody” (R) at 11:35 p.m.  

  Starting June 25, Shankweiler's Drive-In will be open 7 days a week. Perfect timing for the return of a snack stand favorite... funnel cakes!

It’s time to break out the red, white and blue for Independence Day. It’s hard to pick what’s best about the Fourth of July – is it the picnic food, All-American spirit, or the fireworks? No matter what your favorite part is, fireworks are a classic. 

Summer is full of bright colors - the trees are awash in green and blues sweep across the skies for miles. Along with those colors come the freshest fruits & vegetables, all in season and ripe for picking.

Enjoy a movie in the parks across Lehigh Valley! Hollywood stars and characters return to Lehigh Valley skies this summer, as Movies in the Parks bring big-screen entertainment to local parks across Lehigh Valley.

From tasty brunches (dine-in and to-go) to traditional egg hunts and visits with the Bunny himself - there are plenty of ways to celebrate Easter in Lehigh Valley, PA.