10 Things to Do in the Lehigh Valley in September 2018

September 8

Dane Cook Stand-Up

Need a good laugh? Catch the always hilarious Dane Cook during his stand-up performance at the Sands Event Center! Be advised, this show is for mature audiences only.

$59.50–$99.50 | Doors: 6 p.m.; Showtime: 8 p.m. | Sands Bethlehem Event Center | 77 Sands Blvd., Bethlehem | 610.297.7414 | sandseventcenter.com


September 8

Elton John’s Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour

Sing along to all the crowd favorites when the iconic Elton John dazzles the PPL stage for his “Farewell Yellow Brick Road” tour.

$49.50–$224.50 | 8 p.m. | PPL Center | 701 Hamilton St., Allentown | 484.273.4490 | pplcenter.com


September 12

Pop-Up Foodie Feast

Eat, drink, paint and be merry! Head to Color Me Mine for a special evening of local tastings, sips, pottery painting and shopping! What more could one ask for? Fifty percent of all proceeds go to the Bethlehem Food Co-Op.

$29 | 5:30–7:30 p.m. | Color Me Mine | 25 E. 3rd St., Bethlehem | 610.791.2228 | facebook.com


Bonus Event!

September 13

Whiskey & Fine Spirits Festival

Enjoy numerous premium distilled spirits including whiskey, scotch, vodka, gin, rum, tequila, cordials and handcrafted cocktails!

$50–$75 | VIP: 5:30–6:30; General: 6:30–8:30 | ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks | 101 Founders Way, Bethlehem | 610.297.7100 | lehighvalleywhiskeyfest.com


September 15

West End World of Food Festival

Foodies, UNITE! The fourth annual cultural celebration brings food from all corners of the world to your doorstep. This block party has everything, from food to drinks to art, so bring your sense of curiosity…as well as your appetite!

Free | 11 a.m.–10 p.m. | 19th & Liberty Sts., Allentown | facebook.com


September 15

Wine, Shine & Dine

A fundraising benefit for Zoellner’s community outreach programs, the first annual Wine, Shine & Dine event was made for people passionate about supporting the arts! The evening promises wine, delicious food by Karen Hunter, jazz music and jewelry by internationally renowned metalsmith Thomas Mann.

$87.50–$100 | 6–9 p.m. | National Museum of Industrial History | 602 E. 2nd St., Bethlehem | 610.758.5323 | zoellner.cas2.lehigh.edu


September 16

Lehigh Valley Polo

Live lavishly at Equi-librium’s fourth annual benefit polo match to support horse-related therapies for individuals with special needs. This special event allows attendees to stomp the divots, as well as sip and dine on some fabulous goodies.

General Admission: $35, VIP: $150 | Tailgate spaces: $200 | 11 a.m.–4 p.m. | Braden Airpark | 3800 Sullivan Trl., Easton | 610.365.2266 | equi-librium.org  


September 21

Glass Blast 2018

Join ArtsQuest in celebrating its fifth annual Glass Blast event, which features special hot glass demonstrations, raffle prizes and great food and drinks from local restaurants. This fabulous night is sure to be hot, hot, HOT!

$45–$99 | 6 p.m.–11 p.m. | Musikfest Café | 101 Founders Way, Bethlehem | 610.297.7100 | steelstacks.org 


September 22

Allentown Beer Fest

Raise a glass to the third annual Allentown Beer Fest, featuring a vast array of great beers, delicious food and live music in the heart of vibrant Downtown Allentown.

$34–$40 | 1–5 p.m. | 500 & 600 blocks of Hamilton St., Allentown | 484.226.6323 | downtownallentown.com


September 28–30

Celtic Classic

Celebrate a timeless Bethlehem tradition at the 31st annual Celtic Classic! With six stages of entertainment, riveting competitions and amazing food and drinks, this long-awaited event is sure to keep the Celtic spirit and heritage alive and well.

Free | Fri.: 4–11 p.m., Sat.: 9:30 a.m.–11 p.m., Sun.: 9:30 a.m.–7 p.m. | Main St., Bethlehem | 610.868.9599 | celticfest.org


September 28–30

Allentown ArtsFest

Get creative at the fifth annual Allentown ArtsFest! Enjoy all the diverse art, music, food and culture that the city has to offer.

Free | Fri.: 4–11 p.m., Sat.: Noon–11 p.m., Sun.: 11 a.m.–8 p.m. | Cedar Beach Park | 2600 Parkway Blvd., Allentown | 484.515.5109 | allentownartsfest.com