Brandywine Blog

Chester County Pumpkin Guide

It's Pumpkin Pickin' Season The perfect fall afternoon starts at a pumpkin patch. Pick out the perfect pumpkin, snap a few photos, and savor the flavors of the season with fresh apple cider, homemade baked goods, and other homegrown treats from local farms and markets throughout Chester County’s…

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Fountain Fest Weekends at Longwood Gardens

Festival of Fountains is Longwood Gardens' longest season, running through September 27. Illuminated fountain performances run ever weekend, Friday-Sunday evenings, and a few times this season, Longwood will be running Fountain Fest Weekends, with themed performances ranging from classic rock to the…

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A Weekend in the Mushroom Capital of the World

Fun Fact: Chester County produces over 60% of the nation’s mushroom crop, giving the town of Kennett Square the title of “Mushroom Capital of the World.” Voted one of the 10 Best Festivals in Pennsylvania, the Kennett Square Mushroom Festival is held the weekend after labor day each year…

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4 Car Shows in the Brandywine Valley

Antique automobiles are things of beauty and enjoying them along the backdrop of the bucolic Brandywine Valley Countryside is spectacular. Get your motor running with a look at the evolution of transportation and plan to stay the night as delectable restaurants, wineries and breweries are also a…

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A Historic Weekend Getaway

Chester County’s Brandywine Valley invites all to explore fascinating histories and legacies. Walk the footsteps of Revolutionary soldiers; learn about the landscapes that inspired activists in the Underground Railroad movement; and revel in the du Pont story from gunpowder to gardens. Chadds Ford…

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Kennett Brewfest Weekend Getaway

Beer lovers can’t miss one of the best brew events in the region – Kennett Brewfest Over 80 brewers serving a wide range (200) of beers in the charming town of Kennett Square, Saturday October 10, 2026. Pair the festival with more Brandywine Valley events and experiences for the perfect getaway…

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Good Food Fest Weekend

Good Food Fest returns to Kimberton Fairgrounds on Sunday, November 1, 2026 celebrating local farms, foods and makers. Enjoy an "Epic" farmers market, cooking demos, food trucks, live music, kids’ activities, and more. Taste the bounty and support sustainable, local food systems in a fun…

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Happy Haunts

Treat yourself to these tame Halloween adventures: Chaddsford Winery Adult Trick or Treat - Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays, October 2 - November 1, 2026 Grab your costume and head to Chaddsford Winery for the wildly popular, Adult Trick or Treat. The theme this year is Ghost of the Grape: A Haunted…

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Chester County's Fall Festival Guide

From vibrant blooms to crisp autumn brews, fall in Chester County is a season worth celebrating. As the leaves turn, the calendar fills with countryside festivals that capture the region's charm, flavor, and creativity. Surround yourself in the season's colors during Longwood Gardens' Chrysanthemum…

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Autumn's Artscape

Revel in Autumn's artistry throughout Chester County's Brandywine Valley; at every turn, the bounty of our lush, colorful landscape comes to life. The rich legacy of arts and culture in the Brandywine Valley is expressed in a myriad of ways in the vibrant fall season. Through the fall The…

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