Brandywine Blog

A Spirited Start to the Holiday Season

The holiday season is right around the corner in Chester County's Brandywine Valley! Shop, sip, savor and marvel as the countryside comes alive for the holidays. Embrace the merry season with a visit to the Brandywine Museum of Art during the Holiday Critter Sale. What is a Critter you ask? They…

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Santa Sightings

The big man in the red suit arrives in Brandywine Valley style - think trains, helicopters, firetrucks and a grand parade! West Chester Christmas Parade A night of fun with lights, floats and performances culminates with the arrival of Santa on December 5, 2025 at the West Chester Christmas…

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Kick off the holiday season in the Brandywine Valley

A bright holiday weekend awaits in Chester County’s Brandywine Valley. Follow our suggestions for a planned itinerary or choose your own path! Friday December 5 Check into cozy accommodations many of which offer special Longwood Gardens untimed tickets-even if there is a sell- out! More about A…

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Harvest Happiness: Orchards, Farms & Markets

The Brandywine Valley celebrates a tradition of agriculture and artisan trades as rich as our soil. Family-owned farms throughout the region nurture nature’s gifts, and local chefs transform the yield into fresh culinary creations. Get a taste of our local harvest at farms, restaurants and…

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6 Sweet Shops in Chester County

Candy brings out the children in us all and memories of our favorite treats. The expression “like a kid in a candy shop” says it all as there is such a thrill to see, smell and taste delectable chocolates and other confections. Fine chocolates, fudge, and old-fashioned candies of all shapes and…

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10 Must-See Hidden Gems in the Brandywine Valley

While Longwood Gardens is one of the most visited attractions in Chester County, Pennsylvania, there are lesser known worthy hidden gems that beckon travelers to visit. Here are 10 unique locations that you will only find in Chester County’s Brandywine Valley . WHARTON ESHERICK MUSEUM Wharton…

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