Your Lehigh Valley Summer Bucket List
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.
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!
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!
4. Get Wild at the Zoo
Bring the whole family and get up close with the animals 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!
6. Enjoy some wine outdoors
Sip some wine on a patio of one of the wineries in the Lehigh Valley American Viticultural Area.
7. Explore the canal
Take a relaxing ride on the Josiah White II canal boat, after you've fed Hank & George, of course.
8. Go Tubing
Go tubing on the Delaware or Lehigh Rivers.
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).
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.
12. Bike along the D&L
Bike along the D&L National Heritage Corridor.
13. Pick Your Own Fruit
Pick the freshest fruits (think strawberries, blueberries, cherries, and more) at local pick-your-own farms and orchards!
14. Ride the Coasters
Ride all the coasters at Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom.
15. Explore Historic Moravian Bethlehem
Take a walking tour through the National Historic Landmark District of downtown Bethlehem.
16. Admire classic cars
Admire classic cars at Das Awkscht Fescht (August 2-4, 2024) and Wheels of Time (August 23-25, 2024).
17. Dine Outdoors
Enjoy dinner al fresco at local favorites like Sette Luna in downtown Easton.
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).
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.
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.
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!
25. Horseback Riding
Saddle up! Lehigh Valley's scenic trails are even better on horseback.
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