Discover things to do in Allentown, PA! From farmer's markets and historical museums to art exhibits.
1. Amusement Parks
Boasting two amusement parks in one, you can take your pick of thrills at Dorney Park, from the most daring rollercoaster drops to the tamest kiddie rides, or go for a splash in the pools and super slides of Wildwater Kingdom
2. Allentown Art Museum
Admission to the Museum is FREE every day for all guests. The Museum's collection of about 17,000 works of art provides an opportunity to experience nearly 2,000 years of cultural heritage in an accessible and visitor-friendly environment in downtown Allentown.
3. Farmers Market
At the Allentown Farmers Market, located within the historic Allentown Fairgrounds, feast your eyes (and belly!) on all manner of foodie delights: freshly baked breads, aged cheeses, hand-stuffed olives, infused olive oils, and international specialties from Eastern European pierogies to Korean bibimbap.
4. Miller Symphony Hall
Lift your spirits with the transcendent sounds of orchestral music by the Allentown Symphony Orchestra at Miller Symphony Hall, featuring classical music, pops performances, and holiday classics for the whole family.
5. Museum of Indian Culture
Get a glimpse into the lives of America’s first inhabitants at the Museum of Indian Culture, filled with prehistoric tools, pottery, jewelry, and artifacts recovered from archeological sites.
6. Lehigh Valley Grand Prix
Buckle up and get ready for a high-speed chase at Lehigh Valley Grand Prix, an indoor go-karting track with a 0.25-mile racetrack where you can race against your friends and family at speeds of nearly 45 miles per hour.
7. PPL Center
Catch a Lehigh Valley Phantoms game, a concert, or a show at PPL Center.
8. Coca-Cola Park
On the east side of the city, cheer on the Lehigh Valley IronPigs ballgame at Coca-Cola Park.
9. Archer Music Hall
Music lovers can see their favorite artists perform at the new Archer Music Hall or utilize their meeting space for parties or corporate events.
10. Da Vinci Science Center
Dive into a world of discovery at the Da Vinci Science Center, where you can explore captivating exhibits for an immersive, hands-on learning experience.
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. Join Juneteenth Lehigh Valley for a weeklong celebration this year across Bethlehem, Easton, and Allentown. Programming will include flag raisings, food experiences, a parade, music, art and more.
2026 Schedule:
June 13 from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | 5K Walk/Run Health Fair
June 14 from 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. | Flag Raising Ceremonies 1:00 p.m. at Easton Center Square & 2:00 p.m. at Bethlehem City Hall Plaza
June 14 from 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. | Juneteenth Children's Festival Univest Public Media Center
June 17 from 3 p.m. - 7 p.m. | West Ward Association Farmers Market West Ward Market - Easton
June 19 from 7 p.m. - 11 p.m. | Fireworks with the Lehigh Valley IronPigs Coca-Cola Park
June 20 from 1 p.m. - 7 p.m. | Juneteenth Parade & Festival Centre Square Circle & Riverside Park - Easton
About Juneteenth LV
The mission of Juneteenth Lehigh Valley (JLV) is to acknowledge the end of slavery in the United States, to celebrate the fortitude of African Americans who endured the ills of slavery, and to educate the general population specifically younger cohorts about the significance of this day.
The event aims to contribute to the Lehigh Valley’s various festivals that highlight the diverse, equitable, and inclusive community where all its citizens can thrive. To commemorate the end of slavery – Juneteenth, June 19, 1865 by offering a Valley-wide annual celebration and educational experience. The event promotes the historical information of the day and includes contributions from other communities whose foundation embraces abolitionism. This family-friendly event houses various activities and performances that uniformly projects a “Love ALL of America” theme. The event also provides a platform for contemporary expressions of celebration and pride.
Juneteenth Lehigh Valley has been supported by the Air Products Foundation, Journeying Toward Freedom grant program which was established by the Pennsylvania Tourism Office in partnership with Voices Underground, PBS39/91.3 WLVR, Highmark Wholecare and Highmark, PPL, ADP Processing, B. Braun, Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN), DeSales University, Lehigh University, Moravian University, Nazareth Music Center, Muhlenberg College, Crayola, LLC, Just Born, West Ward Association, AARP, and in collaboration with civic organizations such as, NAACP – Easton Branch.
America On Wheels Museum5 N Front St.Allentown, Pennsylvania 18102610-432-4200 x 120
Open daily during museum hours:
Wednesday: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Thursday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Friday: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Sunday: 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
CLOSED: Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, and Labor Day.
Museum can be closed to the public for Private Events. — event currently underway
