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- [Musikfest 2026 draws over 1.26 million attendees to Bethlehem](https://findinglehighvalley.com/musikfest-2026-draws-over-1-26-million-attendees-to-bethlehem/) - Musikfest 2026 concluded its 10-day run and preview night in Bethlehem, drawing 1,260,630 attendees from July 30 through August 9. The turnout marks the third-highest attendance figure in the festival's 43-year history. Organizers reported record-setting weekday crowds, including a Monday attendance increase of 6.2 percent over 2025 and a Tuesday record surge of 15.06 percent.
- [Shankweiler's Drive-In Theatre hosts Ghost Encounters screening and double feature](https://findinglehighvalley.com/shankweilers-drive-in-theatre-hosts-ghost-encounters-screening-and-double-feature/) - Shankweiler's Drive-In Theatre in Orefield will host a paranormal double feature on Tuesday, August 18. The event pairs local ghost investigation footage with a classic film screening. The evening begins with a screening of the Ghost Encounters episode covering The Hanoverville Roadhouse. The episode presents audio and visual evidence captured in the building's attic, second-floor
- [ArtsQuest announces first Air Products MakerSpace workshops](https://findinglehighvalley.com/artsquest-announces-first-air-products-makerspace-workshops/) - ArtsQuest has announced its initial schedule of hands-on workshops and classes for the upcoming Air Products MakerSpace. The brand-new studio concept is located inside the ArtsQuest Creative Factory powered by PPL in Bethlehem. The newly constructed facility is designed to provide artists, students, and beginners with direct access to digital and analog fabrication tools. Participants
- [Candlebox to perform at Penn's Peak in October](https://findinglehighvalley.com/candlebox-to-perform-at-penns-peak-in-october/) - The multi-platinum rock band Candlebox has finalized the schedule for its upcoming "Can't Quit You" North American tour. As part of the 32-date headlining run, the group will perform a concert at Penn's Peak in Jim Thorpe on Sunday, October 25. The autumn trek marks the band's most extensive headline tour in several years. The
- [West Ward Market brings back the Zucchini 500 race](https://findinglehighvalley.com/west-ward-market-brings-back-the-zucchini-500-race/) - The West Ward Market is bringing back its annual Zucchini 500 race this summer. Sponsored by Capital Blue Cross, the free event will take place on Wednesday, July 23, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The activities are scheduled at the 10th & Pine Community Garden, located at 923 Pine Street in Easton. Participants of
- [Alternative rock band The Verve Pipe joins the free concert lineup at Musikfest](https://findinglehighvalley.com/alternative-rock-band-the-verve-pipe-joins-the-free-concert-lineup-at-musikfest/) - ArtsQuest has announced that the alternative rock band The Verve Pipe will perform at Musikfest. The appearance adds a multi-platinum selling act to the festival's schedule of complimentary performances. The band is scheduled to take the stage on Friday, July 31, 2026. The performance will take place at the Air Products Americaplatz Stage, located at
- [Easton launches free Saturday trolley service connecting local neighborhoods to downtown](https://findinglehighvalley.com/easton-launches-free-saturday-trolley-service-connecting-local-neighborhoods-to-downtown/) - The Greater Easton Development Partnership is launching a new free transit program called All Aboard Easton. Operating through the Easton Main Street Initiative and the West Ward Community Initiative, the program will provide complimentary trolley transportation every Saturday from July 25 through August 15. The service is designed to connect residents living in the West
- [The Stray Cats bring fall tour to Wind Creek Event Center](https://findinglehighvalley.com/the-stray-cats-bring-fall-tour-to-wind-creek-event-center/) - The Stray Cats announced a month of fall 2026 concert dates following the group's cross-country summer tour. The newly scheduled performances will begin on November 9 in Grand Prairie, Texas, and include stops across the country before the tour concludes in early December. As part of the upcoming autumn schedule, the band will perform on
- [Cedar Crest College leader elected to head state higher education association](https://findinglehighvalley.com/cedar-crest-college-leader-elected-to-head-state-higher-education-association/) - Cedar Crest College President Elizabeth Meade has been elected as the chair of the Board of Directors for the Association of Independent Colleges and Universities of Pennsylvania. The statewide organization acts as an advocate for affordable, accessible, and independent nonprofit higher education institutions. Meade officially assumed the leadership role on July 1 alongside eight other
- [Ann Wilson to perform at Wind Creek in October](https://findinglehighvalley.com/ann-wilson-to-perform-at-wind-creek-in-october/) - Rock and Roll Hall of Fame legend Ann Wilson to perform in Bethlehem in October. The live show follows the upcoming launch of her latest studio album, titled Consecrated Ground, which debuts on August 14, 2026. The new record features a collaboration with the psych-rock outfit Tripsitter, a group of longtime musical partners. The tracklist
- [National Canal Museum brings traveling innovation showcase to Easton Heritage Day](https://findinglehighvalley.com/national-canal-museum-brings-traveling-innovation-showcase-to-easton-heritage-day/) - A traveling history exhibition exploring regional innovation has opened in downtown Easton for a multi-day run. Presented by the Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor and the National Canal Museum, the showcase is titled "Dynamo! The Innovators, Inventors and Architects of Revolutionary Change." The exhibition is currently on display at the Grand Eastonian, located at
- [Ringo Starr and his All Starr Band to perform in Easton](https://findinglehighvalley.com/ringo-starr-and-his-all-starr-band-to-perform-in-easton/) - The State Theatre in Easton will host Ringo Starr and his All Starr Band for a live performance on September 24. The touring roster for this seasonal series consists of ensemble musicians Steve Lukather, Colin Hay, Warren Ham, Hamish Stuart, Gregg Bissonette, and Buck Johnson. Fans can access the public ticket sale starting Friday, July
- [Submissions are open for Hometown Heroes exhibition at SteelStacks](https://findinglehighvalley.com/submissions-are-open-for-hometown-heroes-exhibition-at-steelstacks/) - ArtsQuest and Embassy Bank are accepting photo submissions for their annual Our Hometown Heroes First Responders banner display. The program honors local law enforcement officials, firefighters, rescue teams, and emergency medical personnel who serve the community. Community members can submit photos of family members, neighbors, or friends who work as first responders from July 1
- [Easton Farmers Market returns to historic Centre Square for one day celebration](https://findinglehighvalley.com/easton-farmers-market-returns-to-historic-centre-square-for-one-day-celebration/) - The Easton Farmers’ Market will temporarily move back to its original location in Centre Square on Saturday, July 11, 2026. This one-day relocation is part of Easton’s Heritage Day festivities and aligns with the city's participation in the nation's 250th anniversary celebration. The special event marks the 274th birthday of the market, which was originally
- [Dorney Park celebrates Independence Day with Star-Spangled Nights](https://findinglehighvalley.com/dorney-park-celebrates-independence-day-with-star-spangled-nights/) - Dorney Park is hosting its annual Star-Spangled Nights event from July 3 through July 5, 2026, to celebrate the Independence Day holiday. The three-day patriotic celebration features nightly fireworks, live entertainment, and specialized park décor. The nightly fireworks display will be synchronized to a curated patriotic soundtrack and will be visible from locations throughout the
- [Mark Farner's American Band and Molly Hatchet to perform at Penn's Peak in October](https://findinglehighvalley.com/mark-farners-american-band-and-molly-hatchet-to-perform-at-penns-peak-in-october/) - Penn’s Peak has announced a new co-headlining classic rock concert featuring Mark Farner’s American Band and Molly Hatchet. The performance is scheduled for Saturday, October 24, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. The event brings together two classic music acts that rose to prominence during the late 1960s and 1970s. Mark Farner enters the lineup as the
- [Bon Jovi Tribute band to perform at Penn's Peak in October](https://findinglehighvalley.com/bon-jovi-tribute-band-to-perform-at-penns-peak-in-october/) - Penn’s Peak has announced a new live concert event titled Don Jovi, a definitive tribute performance dedicated to the music and legacy of Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees Bon Jovi. The tribute group will perform at the regional venue on Saturday, October 3, 2026. The concert is timed to begin at 8:00 p.m.
- [Dio Rules tribute show will bring  heavy metal catalog to Penn's Peak](https://findinglehighvalley.com/dio-rules-tribute-show-will-bring-heavy-metal-catalog-to-penns-peak/) - Penn’s Peak has announced an upcoming live concert event titled Dio Rules, a musical tribute celebrating the career and legacy of heavy metal vocalist Ronnie James Dio. The performance is set for Friday, October 30, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. The production highlights a specific decade of music spanning from 1975 to 1985 when the singer
- [Andy Grammer brings One Man Show tour to Bethlehem](https://findinglehighvalley.com/andy-grammer-brings-one-man-show-tour-to-bethlehem/) - Singer and songwriter Andy Grammer will bring his upcoming autumn concert tour to Bethlehem for a performance at the Zoellner Arts Center. The solo show is scheduled for Sunday, November 8, 2026, inside Baker Hall. Tickets are on sale now. The performance is part of the Greater Than Pt. II: A One Man Show tour,
- [ArtsQuest announces movie lineup and filmmaker discussions for summer science fiction event](https://findinglehighvalley.com/artsquest-announces-movie-lineup-and-filmmaker-discussions-for-summer-science-fiction-event/) - The annual Beep Boop, Beep Boop science fiction film festival will return to the Frank Banko Alehouse Cinemas this summer for its fourth year. The four-day event is scheduled to run from Thursday, July 23 through Sunday, July 26, 2026. The upcoming festival schedule features a total of 12 films and related cinematic events at
- [Annual heritage festival in Easton announces historical reenactments and live music lineup](https://findinglehighvalley.com/annual-heritage-festival-in-easton-announces-historical-reenactments-and-live-music-lineup/) - Easton's Heritage Day returns on Saturday, July 11, 2026. The annual event will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the public reading of the Declaration of Independence, which took place in the city on July 8, 1776. Easton was one of only three cities, alongside Philadelphia and Trenton, to host an official public reading of the
- [The Record Company to perform anniversary tour concert at Musikfest Cafe in Bethlehem](https://findinglehighvalley.com/the-record-company-to-perform-anniversary-tour-concert-at-musikfest-cafe-in-bethlehem/) - The Los Angeles rock trio The Record Company will bring their ongoing anniversary tour to Bethlehem for a late autumn performance. The concert is scheduled for Wednesday, November 11 at the Musikfest Cafe. The upcoming tour dates celebrate the 10th anniversary of the band's breakthrough debut album, Give It Back To You, alongside the release
- [Northwestern Lehigh Firefighter Foundation schedules annual community appreciation picnic](https://findinglehighvalley.com/northwestern-lehigh-firefighter-foundation-schedules-annual-community-appreciation-picnic/) - The Northwestern Lehigh Firefighter Foundation will host its annual Firefighter Appreciation Picnic on Sunday, June 28, 2026. The event is scheduled to run from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Ontelaunee Park, located at 7344 Kings Highway in New Tripoli. The gathering serves as an annual initiative to recognize and thank local volunteer firefighters for
- [Cedar Crest College breaks ground on new technology leadership center in Allentown](https://findinglehighvalley.com/cedar-crest-college-breaks-ground-on-new-technology-leadership-center-in-allentown/) - Cedar Crest College held an official groundbreaking ceremony on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, to initiate renovations for the Elaine and John Harmon Center for Leadership in Technology. Located at 2859 College Drive in Allentown, the updated facility is being constructed to provide an educational space focused on technological and leadership development. The venue is also
- [Michael Palladino to exhibit Ashland mixed media artwork series at Bethlehem Town Hall](https://findinglehighvalley.com/michael-palladino-to-exhibit-ashland-mixed-media-artwork-series-at-bethlehem-town-hall/) - Visual artist Michael Palladino will present his mixed media artwork series titled Ashland at the Bethlehem Town Hall Rotunda Gallery. The upcoming exhibition is scheduled to open on July 1 and will run through August 10, 2026. The gallery, located at 10 E. Church Street in Bethlehem, is open to the public on weekdays from
- [Free community gathering for neurodivergent families and adults scheduled at Emmaus Community Park](https://findinglehighvalley.com/free-community-gathering-for-neurodivergent-families-and-adults-scheduled-at-emmaus-community-park/) - The Neurodiverse Collaborative will host a free community gathering called Find Your Village at Emmaus Community Park. Scheduled for Saturday, June 27, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., the event requires no admission fee. The regional gathering welcomes neurodivergent individuals, their families, and the professionals who support them. The initiative aims to connect thousands
- [Lehigh Valley Zoo visitors can see live amateur radio operators during wildlife event](https://findinglehighvalley.com/lehigh-valley-zoo-visitors-can-see-live-amateur-radio-operators-during-wildlife-event/) - The Education Alliance for Amateur Radio will host a live amateur radio demonstration at the Lehigh Valley Zoo on Sunday, June 21, 2026. The special event is organized in celebration of World Giraffe Day, an annual global observance held on the longest day of the year to raise awareness about the challenges giraffes face in
- [Dorney Park schedules summer evening Latin American cultural festival](https://findinglehighvalley.com/dorney-park-schedules-summer-evening-latin-american-cultural-festival/) - Dorney Park and Wildwater Kingdom will host a seasonal event celebrating Caribbean and Latin American culture this summer in South Whitehall Township. The program, titled Viva La Fiesta, is scheduled for select Saturdays and Sundays from June 20 through July 26. The festival activities will begin at 5:00 p.m. each event day and run until
- [Easton Soccer Social brings free outdoor match watch parties to downtown venues](https://findinglehighvalley.com/easton-soccer-social-brings-free-outdoor-match-watch-parties-to-downtown-venues/) - Downtown Easton is preparing for a series of free outdoor watch parties this summer called the Easton Soccer Social. The community event series is organized by Lehigh Valley 250 in partnership with the Greater Easton Development Partnership and the Easton Public Market. The gatherings are scheduled to begin in June and will focus on broadcasting
- [Dorney Park hosts over 4,600 children and families for annual charity event](https://findinglehighvalley.com/dorney-park-hosts-over-4600-children-and-families-for-annual-charity-event/) - Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom welcomed more than 4,600 local children and family members for its annual Day of Giving. The community initiative provides complimentary park admission and unique experiences for families served by regional nonprofit organizations. The event took place at the Allentown amusement park on June 7, 2026. Dorney Park donated the total
- [Easton Main Street Initiative installs local artist stickers on downtown cigarette disposal stations](https://findinglehighvalley.com/easton-main-street-initiative-installs-local-artist-stickers-on-downtown-cigarette-disposal-stations/) - The Easton Main Street Initiative has installed custom artist-designed stickers on cigarette disposal stations throughout the downtown district. The installations are the result of the organization's inaugural Buttler Sticker Design Program. The project invited local artists and graphic designers to transform the black cylindrical disposal units, known as "Buttlers," into works of public art. The
- [Musikfest 2026 mugs feature official anniversary artwork by Doug Boehm](https://findinglehighvalley.com/musikfest-2026-mugs-feature-official-anniversary-artwork-by-doug-boehm/) - The official mugs for Musikfest 2026 are now available, featuring artwork designed to mark the nation’s 250th anniversary. This year's design by artist Doug Boehm centers on the theme “Music Unites” to highlight the event's community focus. Boehm, who previously designed the 2020 festival poster, returned for the 2026 edition to create the visual identity
- [Black Veil Brides schedules September tour stop at Bethlehem’s Wind Creek Event Center](https://findinglehighvalley.com/black-veil-brides-schedules-september-tour-stop-at-bethlehems-wind-creek-event-center/) - The rock band Black Veil Brides has announced the second North American leg of its 2026 "Vindicatour" concert tour, featuring a regional performance at the Wind Creek Event Center in Bethlehem on Sept. 26, 2026. The 16-city trek serves as a supporting run for the band's seventh studio album, Vindicate, which was released on May 8.
- [Guitarist Robin Trower to perform at Penn’s Peak on Sept. 25](https://findinglehighvalley.com/guitarist-robin-trower-to-perform-at-penns-peak-on-sept-25/) - Penn’s Peak has announced that legendary blues-rock guitarist Robin Trower will perform at the venue on Friday, September 25, at 8 p.m. The performance comes as Trower reaches his eighth decade, continuing a career that began in 1960s London with Procol Harum before he transitioned to a prolific solo career. Known for his signature sound
- [The Mavericks & Friends to perform at Penn’s Peak on Aug. 28](https://findinglehighvalley.com/the-mavericks-friends-to-perform-at-penns-peak-on-aug-28/) - Penn’s Peak has announced that "The Mavericks & Friends" will perform at the venue on Friday, August 28, at 8 p.m. The tour serves as a celebration of the band’s three-decade, Grammy-winning legacy and a tribute to late frontman Raul Malo, who died in 2025 following a battle with cancer. Malo was known for a
- [Rush tribute Lotus Land to perform at Penn’s Peak on Aug. 14](https://findinglehighvalley.com/rush-tribute-lotus-land-to-perform-at-penns-peak-on-aug-14/) - Penn’s Peak has announced that Lotus Land – The American RUSH Tribute will perform at the venue on Friday, August 14, at 8 p.m. The tribute ensemble aims to bring the experience of a live Rush concert to the stage, utilizing the authentic setup and sound of the original Canadian power trio. The performance is
- [CSNY tribute 'Our House' to perform at Penn’s Peak on Aug. 15](https://findinglehighvalley.com/csny-tribute-our-house-to-perform-at-penns-peak-on-aug-15/) - Penn’s Peak has announced that "Our House: The Music of CSNY" will perform at the venue on Saturday, August 15, at 8 p.m. The ensemble, which celebrates the music of Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, is led by musical director, guitarist, and vocalist Steve Postell. Postell has a long history with the members of the
- [ArtsQuest announces inaugural Fantasy Ball at SteelStacks](https://findinglehighvalley.com/artsquest-announces-inaugural-fantasy-ball-at-steelstacks/) - ArtsQuest will host its first-ever Fantasy Ball on July 18, transforming the Musikfest Cafe into "The Enchanted Garden" for an immersive evening of music, dance, and mystical themes. The event, scheduled from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. inside the ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks, is inspired by the growing popularity of fantasy realms, powerful courts, and
- [Bethlehem Palette Club to host members exhibition at Rotunda Gallery](https://findinglehighvalley.com/bethlehem-palette-club-to-host-members-exhibition-at-rotunda-gallery/) - The Bethlehem Palette Club will present its 2026 Members Exhibition at the Bethlehem Town Hall Rotunda Gallery from May 20 to June 28. A closing reception is scheduled for Sunday, June 28, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. The exhibition showcases a variety of media, subjects, and styles from artists throughout the Lehigh Valley. Awards
- [ArtsQuest reveals initial free stage lineup for Musikfest 2026](https://findinglehighvalley.com/artsquest-reveals-initial-free-stage-lineup-for-musikfest-2026/) - ArtsQuest has unveiled a first look at the free stage lineup for Musikfest 2026, featuring more than 300 musical acts across 15 stages throughout the city. The festival, described as the nation’s largest free music festival, will showcase a diverse range of genres including rock, reggae, jazz, indie, pop, and polka. Musikfest is scheduled to
- [Graham Nash brings fall tour to Zoellner Arts Center in Bethlehem on Sept. 24](https://findinglehighvalley.com/graham-nash-brings-fall-tour-to-zoellner-arts-center-in-bethlehem-on-sept-24/) - Singer-songwriter Graham Nash will perform at Zoellner Arts Center in Bethlehem on Sept. 24 as part of newly announced 2026 fall tour dates. The appearance is one of several new stops added to the Rock & Roll Hall of Famer’s touring schedule, which continues throughout the year following a series of summer performances. A founding member of Crosby, Stills &
- [Dorney Park’s Wildwater Kingdom attractions named among nation’s best](https://findinglehighvalley.com/dorney-parks-wildwater-kingdom-attractions-named-among-nations-best/) - Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom is celebrating national honors after two of its water attractions were ranked among the best in the country by USA TODAY 10Best. As part of the 2026 USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, Runaway River was named the No. 10 Best Lazy River in the nation. Additionally, the park’s Wave
- [Penn’s Peak to host 'That Arena Rock Show' in November](https://findinglehighvalley.com/penns-peak-to-host-that-arena-rock-show-in-november/) - Penn’s Peak has announced "That Arena Rock Show," a tribute to classic rock 'n' roll, scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026, at 8 p.m. The performance is described as a high-energy tribute to the rock anthems of the 1970s and 1980s, featuring music from artists such as Led Zeppelin, Aerosmith, AC/DC, Bon Jovi, and Guns
- [Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks announces 2026 free outdoor concert lineup](https://findinglehighvalley.com/levitt-pavilion-steelstacks-announces-2026-free-outdoor-concert-lineup/) - Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks announces 2026 free outdoor concert lineup ArtsQuest has announced the 2026 free concert series lineup for the Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks, presented by Lehigh Valley Health Network, part of Jefferson Health. The 16th season will run from May 15 through Sept. 12, featuring performances on Thursday through Saturday and select Sunday nights at
- [ArtsQuest installs new state-of-the-art sound system at Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks](https://findinglehighvalley.com/artsquest-installs-new-state-of-the-art-sound-system-at-levitt-pavilion-steelstacks/) - ArtsQuest has announced the installation of a new, touring-quality PA system at the Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks ahead of the 2026 summer season. The upgrade is designed to improve sound clarity and coverage for the more than 50 free concerts and community events held annually at the venue. The new system, featuring a full L-Acoustics ecosystem
- [Easton Farmers Market to open 274th season on May 2](https://findinglehighvalley.com/easton-farmers-market-to-open-274th-season-on-may-2/) - The Easton Farmers Market, recognized as the oldest continuously running open-air farmers market in the United States, will launch its 274th season on Saturday, May 2. The market will operate from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Scott Park. Opening day festivities include a food influencer panel from 9:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. featuring Heidi
- [ArtsQuest announces debut of CountryFest at SteelStacks](https://findinglehighvalley.com/artsquest-announces-debut-of-countryfest-at-steelstacks/) - ArtsQuest announces debut of CountryFest at SteelStacks ArtsQuest has introduced CountryFest, a new two-day celebration of country music and culture scheduled for Friday, Aug. 21, and Saturday, Aug. 22, at the SteelStacks campus. The free festival will feature a mix of national touring artists, emerging stars, and tribute acts. Headliners include Clayton Mullen, Luke Borchelt,
- [Dorney Park announces 2026 season lineup featuring new water parade](https://findinglehighvalley.com/dorney-park-announces-2026-season-lineup-featuring-new-water-parade/) - Dorney Park announces 2026 season lineup featuring new water parade Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom has revealed its full 2026 events calendar, headlined by the debut of the SPLASH! Water Parade and expanded regional access for season passholders. The 2026 season officially begins on May 8. The new SPLASH! Water Parade, scheduled for select dates
- [Mayfair Festival of the Arts returns to Cedar Crest College for Memorial Day weekend](https://findinglehighvalley.com/mayfair-festival-of-the-arts-returns-to-cedar-crest-college-for-memorial-day-weekend/) - The Mayfair Festival of the Arts will return to Cedar Crest College over Memorial Day weekend, May 22-24, 2026. The festival, a Lehigh Valley tradition for more than 30 years, features a selection of art, crafts, food, and live entertainment. Admission and on-site parking for the event are free. The festival includes more than 35
- [Talon roller coaster returns to tracks as Dorney Park prepares for opening day](https://findinglehighvalley.com/talon-roller-coaster-returns-to-tracks-as-dorney-park-prepares-for-opening-day/) - Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom has reinstalled the trains for Talon, one of the park’s iconic roller coasters, in preparation for its May 8 opening day. The inverted roller coaster was reassembled and placed back on the tracks following offseason maintenance and inspections. The 2026 season marks the 25th anniversary of the coaster, which was
- [Easton Criterium returns May 24 with cycling, music, and community festivals](https://findinglehighvalley.com/easton-criterium-returns-may-24-with-cycling-music-and-community-festivals/) - Downtown Easton will transform into a celebration of sport, art, and music when the Easton Criterium returns Sunday, May 24, 2026. The event, presented by Lehigh Valley Health Network, part of Jefferson Health, features world-class cycling alongside a full day of festival activities. Produced by the Greater Easton Development Partnership (GEDP) and Long Tail Productions,
- [Johnny Cash tribute ‘The Man In Black’ set for October at Penn’s Peak](https://findinglehighvalley.com/johnny-cash-tribute-the-man-in-black-set-for-october-at-penns-peak/) - Shawn Barker will bring his internationally touring tribute, "The Man In Black – A Tribute to Johnny Cash," to Penn’s Peak on Friday, Oct. 23. The performance, which begins at 8 p.m., features a full backing band and covers the spanning eras of Cash’s career. Barker, who has performed as the "Man In Black" for
- [Bob Seger tribute act Hollywood Nights scheduled for November performance at Penn’s Peak](https://findinglehighvalley.com/bob-seger-tribute-act-hollywood-nights-scheduled-for-november-performance-at-penns-peak/) - Penn’s Peak has announced that Hollywood Nights – The Bob Seger Experience will perform at the venue on Saturday, Nov. 7. The performance, scheduled to begin at 8 p.m., serves as a tribute to the music of Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band. Based in New Jersey, Hollywood Nights is a nine-piece ensemble that
- [Guster scheduled for July performance at Penn’s Peak](https://findinglehighvalley.com/guster-scheduled-for-july-performance-at-penns-peak/) - Guster will perform at Penn’s Peak on Friday, July 10, bringing their decades-long catalog of alternative rock to the Lehigh Valley. The performance is scheduled to begin at 8 p.m. The band, founded in Somerville, Massachusetts, is known for enduring tracks such as "Amsterdam," "Satellite," and "Do You Love Me." The members of Guster maintain
- [¡Sabor! Latin Music Festival to celebrate 15th anniversary at SteelStacks](https://findinglehighvalley.com/sabor-latin-music-festival-to-celebrate-15th-anniversary-at-steelstacks/) - ¡Sabor! Latin Music Festival to celebrate 15th anniversary at SteelStacks ArtsQuest has announced the 15th anniversary celebration of the ¡Sabor! Latin Music Festival, scheduled to take place from Thursday, June 25, through Saturday, June 27. The three-day event, presented by Highmark Blue Shield, will be held on the ArtsQuest Campus at SteelStacks and features a
- [New monthly vintage market launches in downtown Easton](https://findinglehighvalley.com/new-monthly-vintage-market-launches-in-downtown-easton/) - A new monthly outdoor event has arrived in downtown Easton as Lucky Gal Vintage, in partnership with the Easton Main Street Initiative, launched the Easton Vintage Market. The inaugural event, which took place April 12, established a new recurring destination for shoppers on the 300 block of Northampton Street. The market is situated directly in
- [Grammy winner Patty Griffin to perform at Musikfest Café in July](https://findinglehighvalley.com/grammy-winner-patty-griffin-to-perform-at-musikfest-cafe-in-july/) - Singer-songwriter Patty Griffin will perform at the Musikfest Café on Thursday, July 16, as part of her newly announced summer tour. Griffin, an 8-time Grammy nominee and recipient of the Americana Music Association’s Artist of the Year award, is touring in support of her 11th studio album, Crown of Roses. The performance will feature her longtime
- [ArtsQuest announces expanded youth soccer programming for SoccerFest 2026](https://findinglehighvalley.com/artsquest-announces-expanded-youth-soccer-programming-for-soccerfest-2026/) - As the global focus shifts toward the FIFA World Cup 26 this summer, ArtsQuest has announced an expanded lineup of youth soccer initiatives as part of SoccerFest 2026 at SteelStacks. Running from June 11 through July 19, the programming includes competitive tournaments, skill-building clinics, and educational field trips. The events are designed to engage young
- [Easton Public Market marks 10 years with weeklong celebration](https://findinglehighvalley.com/easton-public-market-marks-10-years-with-weeklong-celebration/) - The Easton Public Market is celebrating a decade as a Lehigh Valley staple with a week of festivities beginning April 17, coinciding with its nomination for a major national award. The anniversary event, which runs through April 25, features a lineup of live music, family programming, and wellness experiences. The celebration marks the market’s growth
- [Cedar Crest College summit addresses workforce technology, skills gaps](https://findinglehighvalley.com/cedar-crest-college-summit-addresses-workforce-technology-skills-gaps/) - Industry and academic leaders convened at Cedar Crest College recently for the inaugural Tech & Talent Summit to address the evolving technological needs and persistent skills gaps facing the Lehigh Valley workforce. The event, titled "Building Tomorrow’s Workforce," was presented by ADVANCE at Cedar Crest and the Harmon Center for Leadership in Technology. The summit
- [ArtsQuest rebrands 15th annual blues festival to honor America’s 250th anniversary](https://findinglehighvalley.com/artsquest-rebrands-15th-annual-blues-festival-to-honor-americas-250th-anniversary/) - ArtsQuest has announced that its annual blues festival will return to the SteelStacks campus this summer with a patriotic theme to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States. Reimagined for one year as "Blast Furnace Blues: Stars, Stripes & Steel," the festival will take place Friday, July 17, and Saturday, July 18. The event,
- [Former U.S. Rep. Susan Wild to address Cedar Crest College Class of 2026](https://findinglehighvalley.com/former-u-s-rep-susan-wild-to-address-cedar-crest-college-class-of-2026/) - Cedar Crest College has selected former U.S. Rep. Susan Wild to deliver the keynote address at its 156th commencement ceremony this May. Wild, who represented Pennsylvania’s 7th Congressional District from 2018 to 2025, will speak to graduates on Saturday, May 9, at the PPL Center in Allentown. During her tenure in the House of Representatives,
- [Clarent is scheduled for July 30 concert at Allentown’s Archer Music Hall](https://findinglehighvalley.com/clarent-is-scheduled-for-july-30-concert-at-allentowns-archer-music-hall/) - Clarent, one of the most nominated artists at this year’s Premios Tu Música Urbano, will bring his debut U.S. tour to the Archer Music Hall in Allentown on July 30. The Lehigh Valley stop is part of a newly announced 19-city run for the artist, who is currently nominated for five major awards including Top
- [Zach Top schedules August performance at PPL Center in Allentown](https://findinglehighvalley.com/zach-top-schedules-august-performance-at-ppl-center-in-allentown/) - Country music standout Zach Top is bringing his "Cold Beer & Country Music" headline tour to the PPL Center on Aug. 21. The Allentown performance is part of a newly announced summer extension for the tour, which has seen the artist perform to capacity crowds nationwide. Top arrives in the Lehigh Valley following a streak
- [ArtsQuest announces SoccerFest 2026 for FIFA World Cup celebration in Bethlehem](https://findinglehighvalley.com/artsquest-announces-soccerfest-2026-for-fifa-world-cup-celebration-in-bethlehem/) - ArtsQuest has announced the return of SoccerFest, a monthlong celebration of the FIFA World Cup 26™ set to transform the SteelStacks campus into a premier destination for soccer fans from June 11 through July 19. The festival will broadcast every tournament match live via FOX Sports on large screens throughout the campus. The event, which
- [American Vanity joins Musikfest 2026 lineup for Aug. 3](https://findinglehighvalley.com/american-vanity-joins-musikfest-2026-lineup-for-aug-3/) - Pennsylvania rockers American Vanity are set to perform at Musikfest on Aug. 3 as part of their upcoming "17" national tour. The appearance follows the July 17 release of the band’s debut album, "17," a body of work the band describes as a cathartic exploration of maintaining identity. The group—led by Virginia Franks, Luke Hoffman,
- [Eagles tribute act EagleMania scheduled for August show at Penn’s Peak](https://findinglehighvalley.com/eagles-tribute-act-eaglemania-scheduled-for-august-show-at-penns-peak/) - Penn’s Peak announced Tuesday that EagleMania, a long-running tribute to the Eagles, will perform at the venue on Saturday, Aug. 29. The 8 p.m. performance will feature the group’s signature five-part harmonies and guitar work as they reproduce the Eagles’ extensive catalog of hits. The show is also expected to include solo material from band
- [Get the Led Out is scheduled for a September performance at Penn's Peak](https://findinglehighvalley.com/get-the-led-out-is-scheduled-for-a-september-performance-at-penns-peak/) - Penn's Peak announced Tuesday that the Philadelphia-based group Get the Led Out will perform at the venue on Saturday, Sept. 12. The six-piece ensemble, often referred to as "The American Led Zeppelin," focuses on recreating the specific studio sound of Led Zeppelin's discography. Unlike traditional tribute acts, the group utilizes multi-instrumentalists to perform studio overdubs
- [ArtsQuest to host sixth annual Levitt Golf Tournament at Green Pond Country Club](https://findinglehighvalley.com/artsquest-to-host-sixth-annual-levitt-golf-tournament-at-green-pond-country-club/) - ArtsQuest announced Tuesday that the sixth annual Levitt Golf Tournament, presented by Lehigh Valley Health Network, will take place May 11 at the Green Pond Country Club. The tournament serves as the primary fundraiser for the Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks. All proceeds from the event directly fund the pavilion’s mission to provide more than 45 free
- [Allentown and ArtsQuest announce return of free summer concert series](https://findinglehighvalley.com/allentown-and-artsquest-announce-return-of-free-summer-concert-series/) - ArtsQuest and the city of Allentown announced Monday the return of the free summer concert series at the Union Terrace Amphitheater for a second consecutive year. The partnership, presented by Lehigh Valley Health Network, follows an inaugural season that brought live music and community programming to the historic outdoor venue. The upcoming series will feature
- [Jesse Royal to headline 5th annual One Earth Reggae Festival in Bethlehem](https://findinglehighvalley.com/jesse-royal-to-headline-5th-annual-one-earth-reggae-festival-in-bethlehem/) - The One Earth Reggae Festival will return to the ArtsQuest Campus at SteelStacks on July 11, featuring Grammy-nominated artist Jesse Royal as the headliner for the event’s fifth anniversary. The free, daylong festival is presented in partnership with Movement Moves Media and features performances across three stages from noon until 1:30 a.m. The lineup includes
- [GEDP expands 2026 event season with major live music initiative](https://findinglehighvalley.com/gedp-expands-2026-event-season-with-major-live-music-initiative/) - The Greater Easton Development Partnership announced an expanded live music initiative for its 2026 event season, integrating high-profile regional and national acts into the city’s signature festivals and racing events. The move signals a strategic effort by the GEDP to solidify Easton’s reputation as a premier arts and culture destination. The programming includes a new
- [Call opens for speakers at 2026 Eastern PA Greenways & Trails Summit](https://findinglehighvalley.com/call-opens-for-speakers-at-2026-eastern-pa-greenways-trails-summit/) - Organizers of the 2026 Eastern Pennsylvania Greenways & Trails Summit are inviting proposals from speakers and industry professionals for this year’s event, scheduled for Sept. 16–18 in Bethlehem. The annual summit will bring together trail developers, planners, and community leaders from across the region for three days of presentations, workshops, and discussions focused on greenway and
- [Geoff Tate’s ‘Operation: Mindcrime – The Final Chapter’ coming to Penn’s Peak in November](https://findinglehighvalley.com/geoff-tates-operation-mindcrime-the-final-chapter-coming-to-penns-peak-in-november/) - Penn's Peak will host Geoff Tate for Operation: Mindcrime – The Final Chapter on Saturday, Nov. 21, 2026, with the performance scheduled for 8 p.m. Tate, best known as the longtime frontman of Queensrÿche, will perform the band’s landmark 1988 concept album Operation: Mindcrime in its entirety as part of the tour’s final run. The album, widely regarded as one of the defining
- [TUSK Fleetwood Mac Tribute to perform at Penn’s Peak in August](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tusk-fleetwood-mac-tribute-to-perform-at-penns-peak-in-august/) - Penn's Peak will host TUSK – The Classic Fleetwood Mac Tribute on Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026, with the show set to begin at 8 p.m. The touring tribute act TUSK has performed across the country since 2008, recreating the music of Fleetwood Mac with a focus on both hit songs and deeper cuts from the band’s catalog. Comprised of five
- [Third Eye Blind to headline Musikfest at Wind Creek Steel Stage](https://findinglehighvalley.com/third-eye-blind-to-headline-musikfest-at-wind-creek-steel-stage/) - Third Eye Blind will headline Musikfest with a performance at the Wind Creek Steel Stage at PNC Plaza on Sunday, Aug. 2, 2025, joining a lineup that marks one of the festival’s biggest shows of the summer. The concert, presented by Provident Bank, will feature special guest St. Lucia. Tickets are available first to ArtsQuest members beginning March
- [Bethlehem Area School District to showcase student artwork at Town Hall Gallery](https://findinglehighvalley.com/bethlehem-area-school-district-to-showcase-student-artwork-at-town-hall-gallery/) - The Bethlehem Area School District will present a student art exhibition at the Bethlehem Town Hall Rotunda Gallery from April 6 through May 14, 2026, featuring work created by students across grade levels. An opening reception is scheduled for Sunday, April 12, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the gallery, located at 10 E. Church
- [ArtsQuest to host Sangriafest, Tacofest, and Ginvitational this spring and summer](https://findinglehighvalley.com/artsquest-to-host-sangriafest-tacofest-and-ginvitational-this-spring-and-summer/) - ArtsQuest will bring back three popular food and drink festivals this spring and summer, offering a series of weekend events centered on culinary experiences, live entertainment, and community gatherings. The lineup includes Sangriafest on May 16, Tacofest on May 31, and the Ginvitational on June 14, all taking place at the SteelStacks. Each event highlights a different
- [Salisbury High School senior earns full-tuition scholarship to Cedar Crest College](https://findinglehighvalley.com/salisbury-high-school-senior-earns-full-tuition-scholarship-to-cedar-crest-college/) - Salisbury High School senior Maddie Dilliard has been awarded Cedar Crest College’s Trailblazer Award, a four-year, full-tuition scholarship recognizing academic achievement, leadership, and community involvement. Dilliard received the surprise announcement on March 19 during a presentation at Salisbury High School. Representatives from Cedar Crest College, including President Elizabeth M. Meade and admissions staff, joined school officials
- [Back to the Eighties Show with Jessie’s Girl to perform at Penn’s Peak](https://findinglehighvalley.com/back-to-the-eighties-show-with-jessies-girl-to-perform-at-penns-peak/) - Back to the Eighties Show with Jessie’s Girl to perform at Penn’s Peak Penn’s Peak will host the Back to the Eighties Show with Jessie’s Girl on Friday, July 24, 2026, at 8 p.m. The show, billed as one of the world’s top tributes to 1980s music, features NYC vocalists Destinee Monroe, Jerome Bell-Bastien, and Mark Rinzel,
- [Pink Floyd Tribute band The Machine to perform at Penn’s Peak](https://findinglehighvalley.com/pink-floyd-tribute-band-the-machine-to-perform-at-penns-peak/) - Penn’s Peak will host tribute band The Machine for a performance honoring the music of Pink Floyd on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at 8 p.m. The Machine, a New York-based quartet, has built a nearly 40-year career performing music from Pink Floyd’s extensive catalog. The group is known for recreating classic hits as well as deeper cuts, combining
- [Roger Ross Williams to headline Greater Lehigh Valley Filmmaker Festival](https://findinglehighvalley.com/roger-ross-williams-to-headline-greater-lehigh-valley-filmmaker-festival/) - Academy Award-winning filmmaker Roger Ross Williams will headline the Greater Lehigh Valley Filmmaker Festival when it returns April 24-26 at the ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks. The festival, presented by ArtsQuest, will take place at the Frank Banko Alehouse Cinemas and feature screenings, filmmaker discussions, and an awards ceremony highlighting emerging and established talent from the region and beyond.
- [Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom earns international safety and operations honors](https://findinglehighvalley.com/dorney-park-wildwater-kingdom-earns-international-safety-and-operations-honors/) - Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom has received international recognition for ride and aquatics safety, Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom announced Monday. At the 2026 Safety Conference hosted by International Ride Training LLC, the park earned the iROC Audit Excellence Award for large facilities, honoring top performance in ride operations safety. The award recognizes teams that achieve high
- [Musikfest named best music festival in U.S. by USA Today readers](https://findinglehighvalley.com/musikfest-named-best-music-festival-in-u-s-by-usa-today-readers/) - Musikfest, the nation’s largest free music festival, has been named the Best Music Festival in the United States in the USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, ArtsQuest announced Thursday. The recognition marks Musikfest’s fourth win in the national awards and highlights the festival’s growing cultural and economic impact. In 2025, the 10-day event drew a record 1.45
- [Russell Dickerson to headline Musikfest 2026](https://findinglehighvalley.com/russell-dickerson-to-headline-musikfest-2026/) - Multi-platinum country artist Russell Dickerson will headline Musikfest 2026, performing at the Wind Creek Steel Stage at PNC Plaza on July 31, ArtsQuest announced Monday. Dickerson is the 10th headliner revealed for the 11-day festival, leaving only one final primetime spot to be filled for the event's main stage. Known for a string of No.
- [Easton to host 7th annual Princess Tea on April 18](https://findinglehighvalley.com/easton-to-host-7th-annual-princess-tea-on-april-18/) - Greater Easton Development Partnership will host its 7th Annual Princess Tea on Saturday, April 18, offering young guests a storybook afternoon in downtown Easton. The event runs from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Bank Street Annex (316 Northampton St, Easton, PA 18042) as part of the city’s Spring Into Easton celebration. The popular event
- [ArtsQuest Summer Art Camps return  programs for K-12 students](https://findinglehighvalley.com/artsquest-summer-art-camps-return-programs-for-k-12-students/) - ArtsQuest has announced the return of its Summer Art Camps for 2026, offering seven weeks of creative programming for students in kindergarten through 12th grade. The camps will run from June 10 through July 24 at Moravian University’s South Campus. Registration is now open for both youth camps for grades K-5 and Studio Intensives designed for students
- [NFL star Travis Kelce teams up with Six Flags as brand ambassador, spotlighting Dorney Park](https://findinglehighvalley.com/nfl-star-travis-kelce-teams-up-with-six-flags-as-brand-ambassador-spotlighting-dorney-park/) - Three-time Super Bowl champion Travis Kelce is bringing his star power to Six Flags Entertainment Corporation as a brand ambassador, with local excitement building around Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom (3830 Dorney Park Rd, Allentown, PA 18104) The partnership, announced March 12 by Six Flags Entertainment (NYSE: FUN), enlists the Kansas City Chiefs tight end
- [Northampton County Historical & Genealogical Society marks 120 Years with time capsule celebration](https://findinglehighvalley.com/northampton-county-historical-genealogical-society-marks-120-years-with-time-capsule-celebration/) - The Northampton County Historical & Genealogical Society, a cornerstone of local history preservation since 1906, is celebrating its 120th anniversary with "For the Ages: A Time Capsule Birthday Bash" on Thursday, March 26, at the Sigal Museum. The free or low-cost evening event, running from 5 to 7 p.m. at 342 Northampton St. in Easton,
- [Shayna Super of ArtsQuest honored as 2026 Women of Influence by Lehigh Valley Business](https://findinglehighvalley.com/shayna-super-of-artsquest-honored-as-2026-women-of-influence-by-lehigh-valley-business/) - Shayna Super, Programming Director at ArtsQuest, has been named a 2026 Women of Influence by Lehigh Valley Business. Super, who has been with ArtsQuest since 2014, served as an intern before joining the programming team in 2019 and held the position of Executive Director of Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks from 2023 to 2025. Her leadership in concert promotion has helped
- [ArtsQuest offers Spring Comedy Classes and team-building workshops in Bethlehem](https://findinglehighvalley.com/artsquest-offers-spring-comedy-classes-and-team-building-workshops-in-bethlehem/) - ArtsQuest is offering a lineup of Spring Comedy Classes designed for beginners and experienced performers alike, culminating in a live graduation show where students perform in front of an audience. The classes arrive as ArtsQuest prepares to open the ArtsQuest Creative Factory powered by PPL, which will feature a new theater on the first floor for comedy
- [ArtsQuest offers one-day “No Fees Friday” ticket sale](https://findinglehighvalley.com/artsquest-offers-one-day-no-fees-friday-ticket-sale/) - ArtsQuest will kick off the spring season with a one-day, online-only ticket promotion on Friday, March 13. During “No Fees Friday,” visitors can purchase tickets for select upcoming concerts, festivals, events, and visual arts classes without paying service fees. No promo code is required. Wind Creek Steel Stage at PNC Plaza – Musikfest July 30 – Grupo
- [Dokken and Lynch Mob Rock to perform at Penn's Peak in October](https://findinglehighvalley.com/dokken-and-lynch-mob-rock-to-perform-at-penns-peak-in-october/) - Penn’s Peak (325 Maury Rd, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229) will host a legendary night of hard rock as Dokken returns to the stage with special guest Lynch Mob for an encore performance featuring original members Don Dokken and George Lynch on Friday, October 9, 2026, at 8 p.m. Dokken, pioneers of 1980s melodic hard rock from Los Angeles, achieved multi-platinum
- [Penn's Peak announced An Evening with Celtic Thunder 2026: Celebrate your Favorite Songs on September 11](https://findinglehighvalley.com/penns-peak-announced-an-evening-with-celtic-thunder-2026-celebrate-your-favorite-songs-on-september-11/) - Penn’s Peak (325 Maury Rd, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229) will host Celtic Thunder for An Evening with Celtic Thunder 2026: Celebrate Your Favorite Songs on Friday, September 11, 2026, at 8 p.m. The performance will feature current Celtic Thunder members Emmet Cahill, Neil Byrne, Damian McGinty, and Ronan Scolard performing fan-favorite songs from the group’s rich catalog. Known for combining
- [Cedar Crest College launches advance at Cedar Crest ](https://findinglehighvalley.com/cedar-crest-college-launches-advance-at-cedar-crest/) - A professional learning initiative for adults to learn, grow, and advance by Catherine Stroh Cedar Crest College (100 College Dr, Allentown, PA 18104) proudly announces the launch of Advance at Cedar Crest, a new professional learning initiative built for working professionals, career starters, career changers, and employer partners across the Lehigh Valley and beyond to respond
- [Gabriel Ricker of Renzo Gracie Easton named Downtown Easton Employee of the Month for March 2026](https://findinglehighvalley.com/gabriel-ricker-of-renzo-gracie-easton-named-downtown-easton-employee-of-the-month-for-march-2026/) - Gabriel Ricker, Program Manager at Renzo Gracie Easton (326 Church St, Easton, PA 18042), has been named the Downtown Easton Employee of the Month for March 2026, the Easton Main Street Initiative announced. Now in its second month, the program highlights individuals whose work and community engagement make downtown Easton a welcoming and vibrant destination. Ricker, a lifelong
- [Games We Play to perform at Archer Music Hall in Allentown during 2026 Summer School Tour](https://findinglehighvalley.com/games-we-play-to-perform-at-archer-music-hall-in-allentown-during-2026-summer-school-tour/) - Pop-punk project Games We Play will perform July 8 at Archer Music Hall as part of the 2026 Summer School Tour. The tour also features Honey Revenge, South Arcade, Winona Fighter and Chase Petra, and is sponsored by Hot Topicand idobi Radio. The performance comes after the release of the project’s new single, Is This What I’m Made Of, which is the first release under Nettwerk Music Group.
- [ArtsQuest reports record $192.7M economic impact in 2025](https://findinglehighvalley.com/artsquest-reports-record-192-7m-economic-impact-in-2025/) - ArtsQuest generated a record $192,685,075 in economic impact for the Lehigh Valley in 2025, a 34% increase over 2024 and the strongest performance in the organization’s 42-year history, officials announced Wednesday. Leaders attributed the growth to expanded programming, strong festival attendance, and sustained public-private partnerships that boosted tourism, job creation, and regional investment. “ArtsQuest was built
- [Travis Tritt to perform at Penn's Peak in September](https://findinglehighvalley.com/travis-tritt-to-perform-at-penns-peak-in-september/) - Country music star Travis Tritt will perform at Penn's Peak (325 Maury Rd, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229) on Thursday, Sept. 17, 2026, at 8 p.m. Tickets go on sale Friday, March 6, at 10 a.m. More than 35 years after launching his career, Tritt continues to tour extensively, delivering his signature Southern rock-infused country sound to sold-out audiences nationwide.
- [Wilco to perform “An Evening With” at Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks in June](https://findinglehighvalley.com/wilco-to-perform-an-evening-with-at-levitt-pavilion-steelstacks-in-june/) - Wilco will take the stage at the Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks on June 17 for a lawn show featuring the band’s popular “An Evening With…” format, which includes two full performances with a short intermission and no opening act. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and the show begins at 8 p.m. Tickets go on sale Friday,
- [T.I. and DaBaby to perform at Musikfest 2026 Wind Creek Steel Stage](https://findinglehighvalley.com/t-i-and-dababy-to-perform-at-musikfest-2026-wind-creek-steel-stage/) - ArtsQuest has announced that hip-hop artists T.I. and special guest DaBaby will perform at the Wind Creek Steel Stage at PNC Plaza on Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2026, as part of the ninth Musikfest headliner series. Tickets for ArtsQuest Members go on sale Tuesday, March 3, with general public access beginning Friday, March 6, at ArtsQuest.org. Members also receive exclusive early ticket opportunities. The concert is
- [ArtsQuest Foundation seeks nominations for 10th Anniversary Linny Awards](https://findinglehighvalley.com/artsquest-foundation-seeks-nominations-for-10th-anniversary-linny-awards/) - The ArtsQuest Foundation is accepting nominations for the 10th Anniversary Linny Awards, honoring individuals and organizations that strengthen the Lehigh Valley community through the arts. Winners will be recognized at a ceremony on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the ArtsQuest Campus at SteelStacks. The Linny Awards celebrate contributions from artists, educators, volunteers, philanthropists, and businesses. This year’s
- [The Fresh Kids of Bel-Air bring ’90s and 2000s hits to Penn’s Peak](https://findinglehighvalley.com/the-fresh-kids-of-bel-air-bring-90s-and-2000s-hits-to-penns-peak/) - Penn’s Peak (325 Maury Rd, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229) will host The Fresh Kids of Bel-Air on Friday, May 29, 2026, at 8 p.m., as the New York City-based band performs a high-energy live show featuring hits from the 1990s and 2000s. The five-member ensemble recreates the era’s most beloved songs, including tracks from Third Eye Blind, Nirvana,
- [Emerson, Lake & Palmer to reunite virtually for “An Evening With” at Penn’s Peak](https://findinglehighvalley.com/emerson-lake-palmer-to-reunite-virtually-for-an-evening-with-at-penns-peak/) - Penn’s Peak (325 Maury Rd, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229) will host “An Evening With Emerson, Lake & Palmer” on Friday, Sept. 18, 2026, at 8 p.m., bringing the legendary progressive rock trio back together in a groundbreaking multimedia performance. Created by surviving drummer Carl Palmer with the full cooperation of the estates of Keith Emerson and Greg Lake,
- [ShopRite expands Locked-In Price Program for 2026 at Lehigh Valley Stores](https://findinglehighvalley.com/shoprite-expands-locked-in-price-program-for-2026-at-lehigh-valley-stores/) - Shoppers across the Lehigh Valley will see longer-lasting savings this year as ShopRite rolls out an expanded Locked-In Price program designed to keep prices steady on thousands of everyday grocery staples. Beginning this week, participating stores throughout the region will feature extended price locks lasting four to six weeks or more on frequently purchased household items. The
- [ArtsQuest, Embassy Bank open submissions for 16th annual ‘Hometown Heroes’ Display](https://findinglehighvalley.com/artsquest-embassy-bank-open-submissions-for-16th-annual-hometown-heroes-display/) - ArtsQuest and Embassy Bank for the Lehigh Valley are accepting submissions for the 16th annual “Our Hometown Heroes” tribute, which will transform the ArtsQuest Campus at SteelStacks into a living memorial honoring local service members. From May 22 through July 6, the SteelStacks campus will be draped with banners featuring photographs of military members from the Lehigh Valley as a
- [“Walk Up the Block” event planned in Downtown Easton following Hampton Hotel fire](https://findinglehighvalley.com/walk-up-the-block-event-planned-in-downtown-easton-following-hampton-hotel-fire/) - In response to last week’s fire at the Hampton Hotel, the Easton Main Street Initiativeis inviting the community to gather for a “Walk Up the Block” pop-up event Saturday from noon to 2 p.m. on the 400 block of Northampton Street. Although the block has reopened to traffic and many businesses are operating as usual, business
- [Major League to perform at Archer Music Hall in Allentown](https://findinglehighvalley.com/major-league-to-perform-at-archer-music-hall-in-allentown/) - New Jersey rock band Major League will bring its first tour in a decade to Allentown this spring with a May 9 show at Archer Music Hall. The band recently announced its return to the road after reuniting in 2025 to celebrate the 15th anniversary of its debut album, The Truth Is…. Now, the group is taking that celebration
- [ArtsQuest, Lehigh Valley Brewers’ Guild to host Spring Beerfest IV on March 28](https://findinglehighvalley.com/artsquest-lehigh-valley-brewers-guild-to-host-spring-beerfest-iv-on-march-28/) - Craft beer lovers will have plenty to toast this spring as ArtsQuest and the Lehigh Valley Brewers' Guild team up once again for Spring Beerfest IV. The annual festival returns on March 28 to the Musikfest Café at the ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks (101 Founders Way, Bethlehem, PA 18015), featuring unlimited sampling from more than 25 local breweries. Guests can also participate
- [Nili Brosh to take stage at Wind Creek Event Center in May](https://findinglehighvalley.com/nili-brosh-to-take-stage-at-wind-creek-event-center-in-may/) - Guitar virtuoso Nili Brosh will perform at Wind Creek Event Center on May 14 as part of “The Amonklok Conquest,” the co-headlining tour featuring Dethklok and Amon Amarth. The spring tour follows the March 13 release of Brosh’s fourth studio album, Eventide, her first album in six years. Known for crafting instrumental compositions rich in melody and atmosphere, Brosh has collaborated with artists
- [Dorney Park seeks 2,000 seasonal workers during National Hiring Week](https://findinglehighvalley.com/dorney-park-seeks-2000-seasonal-workers-during-national-hiring-week/) - Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom (3830 Dorney Park Rd, Allentown, PA 18104) is looking to hire more than 2,000 seasonal employees as part of National Hiring Week, which runs through Feb. 22. The hiring effort is part of a nationwide initiative by parent company Six Flags Entertainment Corporation to fill more than 50,000 positions across its North
- [Damn The Torpedoes Tribute to Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers to perform at Penn's Peak in September](https://findinglehighvalley.com/damn-the-torpedoes-tribute-to-tom-petty-and-the-heartbreakers-to-perform-at-penns-peak-in-september/) - Penn’s Peak will host Damn The Torpedoes — A Tribute to Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers — on Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026, at 8 p.m., the venue announced. Damn The Torpedoes recreates the sound and spirit of the legendary rock band, delivering faithful renditions of Tom Petty classics while adding spontaneous elements that make each performance distinct. Audiences
- [John Waite to perform at Penn’s Peak on July 25](https://findinglehighvalley.com/john-waite-to-perform-at-penns-peak-on-july-25/) - Rock vocalist John Waite will bring his four-decade catalog of hits to Penn’s Peak on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at 8 p.m., the venue announced. Waite is known for a string of chart-topping songs as a solo artist and as the lead singer of The Babys and Bad English. His No. 1 worldwide hit “Missing You” remains a staple of classic rock
- [“4 Realist Painters” exhibition opens on February 22 at Bethlehem Town Hall Rotunda Gallery](https://findinglehighvalley.com/4-realist-painters-exhibition-opens-on-february-22-at-bethlehem-town-hall-rotunda-gallery/) - The Bethlehem Town Hall Rotunda Gallery will host “4 Realist Painters,” featuring the work of James A. DePietro, Jack Dickerson, Alvina P. Herron, and Keith Vogrin, from Feb. 20 to March 27, 2026. An opening reception will be held Sunday, Feb. 22, from 2 to 4 p.m., with an artist talk at 3 p.m. The
- [Grupo Niche to perform at Musikfest 2026 preview night](https://findinglehighvalley.com/grupo-niche-to-perform-at-musikfest-2026-preview-night/) - Legendary Colombian salsa orchestra Grupo Niche will headline the preview night of Musikfest 2026 at the Wind Creek Steel Stage at PNC Plaza on July 30. Presented in partnership with MEGA 101.7, tickets for ArtsQuest members go on sale Tuesday, Feb. 10, with general public sales beginning Friday, Feb. 13, at ArtsQuest.org. ArtsQuest membership offers
- [Lehigh Valley Greenways opens 2026 Mini-Grant Program with $100,000 in funding](https://findinglehighvalley.com/lehigh-valley-greenways-opens-2026-mini-grant-program-with-100000-in-funding/) - Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor, the lead organization for Lehigh Valley Greenways Conservation Landscape, announced the opening of the 2026 Lehigh Valley Greenways Mini-Grant Program, offering $100,000 to support local conservation, recreation, and education projects. The online application period will run from Friday, Feb. 13, through Friday, March 27, at 4 p.m. Pre-application applicants
- [W.A.S.P. and KK’s Priest to rock Penn’s Peak in September](https://findinglehighvalley.com/w-a-s-p-and-kks-priest-to-rock-penns-peak-in-september/) - Heavy metal veterans W.A.S.P. and KK’s Priest will perform at Penn’s Peak (325 Maury Rd, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229) on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026, at 8 p.m., the venue announced Wednesday. The “1984 to Headless” tour will feature W.A.S.P., led by founding member and frontman Blackie Lawless, performing a mix of their signature shock-rock hits.
- [Cedar Crest College presents ‘Puffs,’ a witty and heartfelt parody of magical school life](https://findinglehighvalley.com/cedar-crest-college-presents-puffs-a-witty-and-heartfelt-parody-of-magical-school-life/) - Cedar Crest College’s Performing Arts Department will present Puffs, or Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic, a comedy by New York playwright Matt Cox, Feb. 19–22 at the Samuels Theatre in the Tompkins College Center. Directed by Jarrod Yuskauskas, Puffs offers a humorous twist on the familiar magical-school story, focusing on a
- [ArtsQuest opens vendor applications for 2026 festival season](https://findinglehighvalley.com/artsquest-opens-vendor-applications-for-2026-festival-season/) - ArtsQuest has opened vendor applications for its 2026 festival season, inviting local artisans, makers, and pre-packaged food vendors to apply for participation in its lineup of events across Bethlehem and the Lehigh Valley. Applications are available online and will close on April 3 for most festivals. Organizers encourage vendors to apply early to secure a
- [Downtown Easton sets the stage for a “Match Made in Easton” this Valentine’s season](https://findinglehighvalley.com/downtown-easton-sets-the-stage-for-a-match-made-in-easton-this-valentines-season/) - Downtown Easton is once again positioning itself as the region’s ultimate Valentine’s destination, inviting shoppers and diners to fall in love with locals this February through the return of “Match Made in Easton.” Match Made in Easton is the proud recipient of an award from Pennsylvania Downtown Center for innovative retail promotions in 2025. Now
- [Lauren Givnin named First Downtown Easton Employee of the Month](https://findinglehighvalley.com/lauren-givnin-named-first-downtown-easton-employee-of-the-month/) - The Easton Main Street Initiative has launched a Downtown Easton Employee of the Month program, recognizing outstanding local workers who contribute to the vibrancy and community spirit of the area. Lauren Givnin, bar manager at 3rd & Ferry Fish Market (56 S 3rd St, Easton, PA 18042) , has been named the inaugural recipient for
- [Dorney Park to hire 2,000 seasonal workers for 2026 season during Six Flags National Hiring Week](https://findinglehighvalley.com/dorney-park-to-hire-2000-seasonal-workers-for-2026-season-during-six-flags-national-hiring-week/) - Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom (3830 Dorney Park Rd, Allentown, PA 18104) plans to hire more than 2,000 seasonal employees for its 2026 season, which begins May 8, park officials announced Tuesday. The hiring effort is part of a coast-to-coast initiative by parent company Six Flags Entertainment Corp., which aims to fill more than 50,000
- [Separate Ways The Band to bring Journey Tribute to Penn’s Peak in June](https://findinglehighvalley.com/separate-ways-the-band-to-bring-journey-tribute-to-penns-peak-in-june/) - Penn’s Peak will welcome Separate Ways The Band – More Than Just the Hits on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at 8 p.m. Separate Ways The Band is billed as the ultimate tribute to Journey, focusing on the group’s early- to mid-1980s era featuring lead singer Steve Perry alongside Neal Schon, Jonathan Cain, Ross Valory, and
- [Hey Nineteen to bring Steely Dan Tribute Show to Penn’s Peak in June](https://findinglehighvalley.com/hey-nineteen-to-bring-steely-dan-tribute-show-to-penns-peak-in-june/) - Penn’s Peak will host Hey Nineteen – Tribute to Steely Dan on Friday, June 5, 2026, at 8 p.m. Recognized as one of the most authentic-sounding Steely Dan tribute acts worldwide, Hey Nineteen has been performing since 2012. The 11-piece band, based in New England, tours the East Coast and is known for faithfully recreating
- [Musikfest Music Industry Conference returns for second year in Bethlehem](https://findinglehighvalley.com/musikfest-music-industry-conference-returns-for-second-year-in-bethlehem/) - The Musikfest Music Industry Conference is set to return Aug. 2–4 at the ArtsQuest Center in Bethlehem, building on its 2024 debut with expanded programs, new interactive opportunities, and a focus on bridging music education with the evolving professional industry. The three-day event, presented by The Foundry Recording Studio, coincides with Musikfest, the nation's largest
- [Easton Chili Cookoff returns Super Bowl Sunday with new partnership](https://findinglehighvalley.com/easton-chili-cookoff-returns-super-bowl-sunday-with-new-partnership/) - Easton will heat up Super Bowl Sunday as the annual Easton Chili Cookoff returns to the Bank Street Annex (316 Northampton St, Easton, PA 18042) on Sunday, Feb. 8, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Founded in 1994 at Pearly Baker’s Alehouse, the longtime community event will once again take place at the Bank Street
- [Dorney Park Gold Pass to include access to multiple East Coast Six Flags Parks in 2026](https://findinglehighvalley.com/dorney-park-gold-pass-to-include-access-to-multiple-east-coast-six-flags-parks-in-2026/) - Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom (3830 Dorney Park Rd, Allentown, PA 18104) guests will soon have access to multiple East Coast amusement parks under a single Gold season pass, as Six Flags Entertainment Corporation announced expanded regional benefits for 2026. Under the new structure, Gold season passes and memberships purchased for Dorney Park will include
- [ArtsQuest to host 14th annual SteelStacks High School Jazz Band Showcase](https://findinglehighvalley.com/artsquest-to-host-14th-annual-steelstacks-high-school-jazz-band-showcase/) - ArtsQuest, in partnership with Moravian University, will present the 14th annual SteelStacks High School Jazz Band Showcase, featuring 26 student bands from Pennsylvania and New Jersey, during a series of performances in February and March. Presented by King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, LLC, the showcase will take place over five events at the Musikfest
- [Ian Munsick brings “The Eagle Flies Free Tour” to Penn’s Peak in April 2026](https://findinglehighvalley.com/ian-munsick-brings-the-eagle-flies-free-tour-to-penns-peak-in-april-2026/) - Penn’s Peak announced that rising country star Ian Munsick will bring his The Eagle Flies Free Tour to the venue on Thursday, April 16, 2026. The concert is scheduled to begin at 8 p.m. A native of Wyoming, Munsick has amassed more than 1 billion global streams across two albums, Coyote Cry and White Buffalo, while earning widespread recognition for
- [Joyce Manor adds Allentown stop to expanded 2026 tour ahead of new album release](https://findinglehighvalley.com/joyce-manor-adds-allentown-stop-to-expanded-2026-tour-ahead-of-new-album-release/) - Joyce Manor will bring its 2026 tour to Archer Music Hall (939 Hamilton St, Allentown, PA 18101) on June 9, as the California punk trio continues touring in support of its upcoming album I Used to Go to This Bar, releasing Friday via Epitaph Records. The newly shared title track offers a reflective take on youth,
- [Bincho-Don, Island-Focused Takeout Concept, Set to Open at Easton Public Market](https://findinglehighvalley.com/bincho-don-island-focused-takeout-concept-set-to-open-at-easton-public-market/) - Easton Public Market (325 Northampton St, Easton, PA 18042) will welcome a new vendor this February with the opening of Bincho-Don, an island-focused takeout concept from chef Kadon that brings globally inspired comfort cuisine to the former More Than Q space. The new eatery will take over the stall previously occupied by More Than Q,
- [Local chefs compete at ArtsQuest’s Souper Bowl XVI in Bethlehem](https://findinglehighvalley.com/local-chefs-compete-at-artsquests-souper-bowl-xvi-in-bethlehem/) - Local chefs and caterers will face off in a friendly culinary showdown when ArtsQuest hosts the 16th annual Souper Bowl on Sunday, Feb. 1, at the Musikfest Café (101 Founders Way, Bethlehem, PA 18015). The event begins at 1 p.m. and invites the community to sample and vote on a wide range of soups prepared
- [George Thorogood & The Destroyers bring “The Baddest Show on Earth” to Penn’s Peak](https://findinglehighvalley.com/george-thorogood-the-destroyers-bring-the-baddest-show-on-earth-to-penns-peak/) - Penn’s Peak (325 Maury Rd, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229) announced that George Thorogood & The Destroyers will bring The Baddest Show on Earth tour to the venue on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at 8 p.m. With more than five decades on the road, over 8,000 live performances and upwards of 15 million albums sold, Thorogood and his
- [Nightrain – The Guns N’ Roses Experience to perform at Penn’s Peak in April](https://findinglehighvalley.com/nightrain-the-guns-n-roses-experience-to-perform-at-penns-peak-in-april/) - Penn’s Peak (325 Maury Rd, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229) announced that Nightrain – The Guns N’ Roses Experience will perform Friday, April 17, at 8 p.m. at the Lehighton music venue. The tribute band, celebrating 14 years on the road, recreates the sound and stage presence of Guns N’ Roses, from Axl Rose’s vocals and
- [Luke Bryan brings “Word On The Street Tour” to Allentown’s PPL Center](https://findinglehighvalley.com/luke-bryan-brings-word-on-the-street-tour-to-allentowns-ppl-center/) - Country music star Luke Bryan will bring his “Word On The Street Tour” to Allentown on June 25 with a stop at PPL Center (701 Hamilton St, Allentown, PA 18101), part of a nationwide run launching in late May. The tour kicks off May 29 and 30 in Gilford, N.H., and follows Bryan’s continued success
- [Lorna Shore to perform in Bethlehem on May 16](https://findinglehighvalley.com/lorna-shore-to-perform-in-bethlehem-on-may-16/) - Extreme metal band Lorna Shore will bring their 2026 North American tour to the Wind Creek Event Center in Bethlehem on May 16, performing material from their latest album, I Feel The Everblack Festering Within Me. Paleface Swiss and Signs of the Swarm will join as supporting acts. The North American leg of the tour begins
- [ArtsQuest to celebrate fourth Winter Winefest & Market at Musikfest Café](https://findinglehighvalley.com/artsquest-to-celebrate-fourth-winter-winefest-market-at-musikfest-cafe/) - ArtsQuest will mark four years of its Winter Winefest & Market with a return to the Musikfest Café (101 Founders Way, Bethlehem, PA 18015) on Sunday, Feb. 15, offering an afternoon of wine tasting, shopping and local flavor in Bethlehem. The 21-and-over event brings together some of Pennsylvania’s top wineries, giving attendees the opportunity to
- [A Night of Bourbon fundraiser returns to Downtown Easton on Jan. 31](https://findinglehighvalley.com/a-night-of-bourbon-fundraiser-returns-to-downtown-easton-on-jan-31/) - ]A Night of Bourbon, a signature fundraising event blending premium spirits, live music and community support, will return to Downtown Easton on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026. Hosted by the Greater Easton Development Partnership, the event will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. at the historic Pomfret Club, 33 S. Fourth St. Proceeds benefit GEDP’s
- [Blues Traveler, Gin Blossoms to play SteelStacks with Spin Doctors this summer](https://findinglehighvalley.com/blues-traveler-gin-blossoms-to-play-steelstacks-with-spin-doctors-this-summer/) - Multi-platinum rock bands Blues Traveler and Gin Blossoms will bring their co-headlining summer tour to the Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks on Tuesday, Aug. 25, with Spin Doctors opening the show. The Bethlehem stop is part of a larger national tour that reunites three bands closely associated with 1990s alternative rock radio. The lineup also mirrors last
- [Easton Garden Works to host winter dance party in greenhouse](https://findinglehighvalley.com/easton-garden-works-to-host-winter-dance-party-in-greenhouse/) - Easton Garden Works is inviting the community to trade winter coats for dancing shoes with Garden Groove, a winter dance party set inside its heated greenhouse on Jan. 18. The all-ages, sober-friendly event will run from 2 to 8 p.m. at the Lower Hackett Community Garden, offering a warm, plant-filled setting for a midwinter celebration.
- [Delaware & Lehigh Heritage Corridor seeks consultants for D&L Trail services](https://findinglehighvalley.com/delaware-lehigh-heritage-corridor-seeks-consultants-for-dl-trail-services/) - The Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor is seeking qualified consultants to provide on-call services for the D&L Trail, a key multimodal recreational and transportation corridor in eastern Pennsylvania. In a request for qualifications issued this week, the organization said it is looking for firms with experience in trail planning, design and engineering, construction oversight,
- [Musikfest Café Announces Exciting Live Shows to Kick off 2026](https://findinglehighvalley.com/musikfest-cafe-announces-exciting-live-shows-to-kick-off-2026/) - ArtsQuest's Musikfest Café (101 Founders Way, Bethlehem, PA 18015) is ringing in the new year with a dynamic lineup of live music and entertainment. Guests can enjoy dinner and drinks while seeing exceptional performers in rock, folk, Irish dance and tribute acts. For most shows, doors open at 6 p.m. and the concerts begin at
- [Steven Landis exhibit ‘Bethlehem Steel: Rusting Relic’ opens January 7 in Bethlehem](https://findinglehighvalley.com/steven-landis-exhibit-bethlehem-steel-rusting-relic-opens-january-7-in-bethlehem/) - Lehigh Valley photographer, Steven Landis, will be exhibiting his photographs "Bethlehem Steel: Rusting Relic" at the Bethlehem Town Hall Rotunda Gallery from January 7 to February 13, 2026. There will be an opening reception on Sunday, January 11, from 2:00 - 4:00 PM, with an artist talk at 3:00 PM. The Rotunda Gallery is located at
- [HARDY Brings “The COUNTRY! COUNTRY! TOUR!” to Allentown’s PPL Center on March 26](https://findinglehighvalley.com/hardy-brings-the-country-country-tour-to-allentowns-ppl-center-on-march-26/) - Country music’s genre-bending hitmaker HARDY is hitting the road in 2026 with The COUNTRY! COUNTRY! TOUR!, and he’s set to bring his high-energy show to the PPL Center in Allentown on Thursday, March 26. Fresh off a headline performance at Madison Square Garden and the release of his latest album COUNTRY! COUNTRY!and its deluxe edition COUNTRY! COUNTRY! COUNTRY!, the
- [ArtsQuest’s Re-Imagine That! Campaign Hits Milestones as Major Projects Advance](https://findinglehighvalley.com/artsquests-re-imagine-that-campaign-hits-milestones-as-major-projects-advance/) - ArtsQuest’s Re-Imagine That! Capital Campaign marked a landmark year in 2025, fueled by sustained support from corporate partners, foundations, community donors and regional leaders as two major redevelopment projects moved forward. Construction is well underway on the new ArtsQuest Creative Factory powered by PPL, while plans continue to advance for the renovation of the historic
- [SteelStacks Improv Comedy Festival returns for 13th year in Bethlehem](https://findinglehighvalley.com/steelstacks-improv-comedy-festival-returns-for-13th-year-in-bethlehem/) - ArtsQuest will host the 13th annual SteelStacks Improv Comedy Festival on Friday, Jan. 23, and Saturday, Jan. 24, bringing improvisational comedy teams from across the country and around the world to Bethlehem for two days of nonstop laughter. Friday’s headliner will be Connor Ratliff presents The Acting Class, a one-person improv show disguised as an acting
- [Dancing with the Stars: Live! Brings the magic to Wind Creek Event Center on February 17–18](https://findinglehighvalley.com/dancing-with-the-stars-live-brings-the-magic-to-wind-creek-event-center-on-february-17-18/) - The excitement of Dancing with the Stars comes to Wind Creek Event Center in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, for two back-to-back performances on Tuesday, February 17, and Wednesday, February 18, 2026. Tickets go on sale on Friday, October 10, 2025. Following a sold-out tour earlier this year, Dancing with the Stars: Live! returns in 2026 with a brand-new stage show featuring fan-favorite professional dancers
- [GA-20 to perform at Mauch Chunk Opera House in Jim Thorpe on October 24](https://findinglehighvalley.com/ga-20-to-perform-at-mauch-chunk-opera-house-in-jim-thorpe-on-october-24/) - GA-20, the chart-topping Blues trio led by Matthew Stubbs, brings their signature sound to the Mauch Chunk Opera House in Jim Thorpe. Known for blending traditional Blues, Country, and Rock ‘n’ Roll into a modern roots experience, the band delivers music that feels both timeless and fresh. Guitarist and vocalist Cody Nilsen and drummer Josh
- [Kenny Wayne Shepherd Celebrates 30 Years of ‘Ledbetter Heights’ With 2026 Tour Stop at Wind Creek Event Center](https://findinglehighvalley.com/kenny-wayne-shepherd-celebrates-30-years-of-ledbetter-heights-with-2026-tour-stop-at-wind-creek-event-center/) - Platinum-selling blues-rock powerhouse Kenny Wayne Shepherd is bringing his Ledbetter Heights 30th Anniversary Tour to the Wind Creek Event Center on Friday, March 6, 2026, as part of a nationwide celebration marking three decades since the release of his groundbreaking debut album. The tour, launching February 19 in Dallas, TX, will see Shepherd and his band performing Ledbetter Heights in its entirety — along
- [Amon Amarth and Dethklok to bring AmonKlok Conquest tour to Bethlehem on May 14](https://findinglehighvalley.com/amon-amarth-and-dethklok-to-bring-amonklok-conquest-tour-to-bethlehem-on-may-14/) - Swedish metal giants Amon Amarth and multimedia metal act Dethklok will bring their 2026 North American co-headlining tour, the AmonKlok Conquest, to the Wind Creek Event Center (77 Wind Creek Blvd, Bethlehem, PA 18015) on May 14, marking one of the year’s most anticipated heavy metal events. The spring run pairs the two groups for
- [Alison Krauss & Union Station to perform at the  State Theatre in July](https://findinglehighvalley.com/alison-krauss-union-station-to-perform-at-the-state-theatre-in-july/) - Grammy® Award-winning Alison Krauss and Union Station featuring Jerry Douglas will bring their Arcadia Tour to the State Theatre in Easton on July 20, 2026. The tour supports their Grammy®-nominated new album Arcadia, released via Down The Road Records. Presales for the show begin Tuesday, Dec. 9, at 10 a.m., with local presales starting Thursday, Dec. 11, at
- [Wolfgang Van Halen’s Mammoth to perform at Wind Creek Event Center in Bethlehem](https://findinglehighvalley.com/wolfgang-van-halens-mammoth-to-perform-at-wind-creek-event-center-in-bethlehem/) - Grammy®-nominated musician Wolfgang Van Halen and his band Mammoth will perform at the Wind Creek Event Center in Bethlehem on Saturday, March 14, 2026, as part of their North American tour supporting their third album, The End. The band, which includes guitarists Jon Jourdan and Frank Sidoris, bassist Ronnie Ficarro, and drummer Garrett Whitlock, will continue their 19-date trek
- [Daniel Tosh to perform at Wind Creek Event Center in Bethlehem on 2026 ‘My First Farewell Tour](https://findinglehighvalley.com/daniel-tosh-to-perform-at-wind-creek-event-center-in-bethlehem-on-2026-my-first-farewell-tour/) - ’ Comedian, host, writer, and producer Daniel Tosh has announced a performance at Wind Creek Event Center in Bethlehem, PA, on Sunday, June 14, 2026, as part of his upcoming My First Farewell Tour. Following the success of his 2025 tour, Daniel Tosh: Live, the new tour brings fans more of the comedian’s signature humor and insight. Tickets will be available starting with
- [“Weird Al” Yankovic Brings Bigger & Weirder Tour to Musikfest in Bethlehem](https://findinglehighvalley.com/weird-al-yankovic-brings-bigger-weirder-tour-to-musikfest-in-bethlehem/) - Legendary comedy musician “Weird Al” Yankovic is hitting the road again in 2026 with the next chapter of his record-breaking bigger & weirder tour. The tour makes a stop at Musikfest in Bethlehem, PA on Tuesday, August 4, 2026. Tickets and full routing are available online, with public on-sale beginning Friday, November 21 at 10 a.m. Click
- [Maddox Batson Set to Perform at Archer Music Hall in Allentown in February](https://findinglehighvalley.com/maddox-batson-set-to-perform-at-archer-music-hall-in-allentown-in-february/) - Teen country-pop sensation Maddox Batson will perform at Archer Music Hall in Allentown on Friday, Feb. 28, 2026, as part of his Live Worldwide Tour 2026, marking one of 46 global tour stops. The Alabama native and TikTok breakout star became Billboard’s youngest male artist to appear on its “21 Under 21” list and has quickly emerged as one of the genre’s most

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- [People of Easton](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/people-of-easton/)
- [Downtown Easton](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/downtown-easton/)
- [Valentine's Day](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/valentines-day/)
- [Performing Arts](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/performing-arts/)
- [Cedar Crest College](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/cedar-crest-college/)
- [W.A.S.P.](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/w-a-s-p/)
- [KK's Priest](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/kks-priest/)
- [September 2026](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/september-2026/)
- [Lehigh Valley Greenways](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/lehigh-valley-greenways/)
- [Grants](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/grants/)
- [Bethlehem Town Hall Rotunda Gallery](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/bethlehem-town-hall-rotunda-gallery/)
- [Art](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/art/)
- [Fine Art](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/fine-art/)
- [James A. DePietro](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/james-a-depietro/)
- [Jack Dickerson](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/jack-dickerson/)
- [Alvina P. Herron](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/alvina-p-herron/)
- [Keith Vogrin](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/keith-vogrin/)
- [John Waite](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/john-waite/)
- [Damn The Torpedoes](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/damn-the-torpedoes/)
- [Nili Brosh](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/nili-brosh/)
- [Major League](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/major-league/)
- [Hampton Hotel](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/hampton-hotel/)
- [Shoprite](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/shoprite/)
- [Fresh Kids of Bel Air](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/fresh-kids-of-bel-air/)
- [Linny Awards](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/linny-awards/)
- [October 2026](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/october-2026/)
- [T.I](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/t-i/)
- [DaBaby](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/dababy/)
- [Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/levitt-pavilion-steelstacks/)
- [Wilco](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/wilco/)
- [Travis Tritt](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/travis-tritt/)
- [Games We Play](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/games-we-play/)
- [Gabriel Ricker](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/gabriel-ricker/)
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- [Dokken](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/dokken/)
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- [Classes](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/classes/)
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- [18+](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/18/)
- [Shayna Super](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/shayna-super/)
- [2026 Women of Influence](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/2026-women-of-influence/)
- [Travis Kelce](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/travis-kelce/)
- [Summer camp](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/summer-camp/)
- [Princess Tea](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/princess-tea/)
- [Russell Dickerson](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/russell-dickerson/)
- [Greater Lehigh Valley Filmmaker Festival](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/greater-lehigh-valley-filmmaker-festival/)
- [Films](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/films/)
- [The Machine](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/the-machine/)
- [Back to the Eighties Show with Jessie's Girl](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/back-to-the-eighties-show-with-jessies-girl/)
- [Maddie Dilliard](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/maddie-dilliard/)
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- [Ginvitational](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/ginvitational/)
- [Third Eye Blind](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/third-eye-blind/)
- [Tusk](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/tusk/)
- [Geoff Tate](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/geoff-tate/)
- [November 2026](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/november-2026/)
- [Eastern PA Greenways & Trail Summit](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/eastern-pa-greenways-trail-summit/)
- [Easton Criterium](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/easton-criterium/)
- [Live at the Falls](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/live-at-the-falls/)
- [Heritage Day](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/heritage-day/)
- [One Earth Reggae Festival](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/one-earth-reggae-festival/)
- [Golf](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/golf/)
- [Fundraiser](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/fundraiser/)
- [Get the Led Out](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/get-the-led-out/)
- [American Vanity](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/american-vanity/)
- [SoccerFest2026](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/soccerfest2026/)
- [Zach Top](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/zach-top/)
- [Clarent](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/clarent/)
- [Patty Griffin](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/patty-griffin/)
- [Easton Vintage Market](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/easton-vintage-market/)
- [¡Sabor! Latin Music Festival](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/sabor-latin-music-festival/)
- [Guster](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/guster/)
- [Hollywood Nights](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/hollywood-nights/)
- [The Man in Black](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/the-man-in-black/)
- [Mayfair Festival of the Arts](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/mayfair-festival-of-the-arts/)
- [CountryFest](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/countryfest/)
- [Easton Farmers Market](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/easton-farmers-market/)
- [Free Events](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/free-events/)
- [Movies](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/movies/)
- [Live Music](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/live-music/)
- [That Arena Rock Show](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/that-arena-rock-show/)
- [Zoellner Arts Center](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/zoellner-arts-center/)
- [Graham Nash](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/graham-nash/)
- [Ryan Cabrera](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/ryan-cabrera/)
- [Sixpence None the Richer](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/sixpence-none-the-richer/)
- [The Clarks](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/the-clarks/)
- [John Holier](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/john-holier/)
- [The Foxies](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/the-foxies/)
- [The Warped Band](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/the-warped-band/)
- [Fantasy Ball](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/fantasy-ball/)
- [Robin Trower](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/robin-trower/)
- [Black Veil Brides](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/black-veil-brides/)
- [Sports](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/sports/)
- [World Cup Watch Parties](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/world-cup-watch-parties/)
- [Lehigh Valley Zoo](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/lehigh-valley-zoo/)
- [Neurodiverse Collaborative](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/neurodiverse-collaborative/)
- [Northwestern Lehigh Firefighter Foundation](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/northwestern-lehigh-firefighter-foundation/)
- [The Record Company](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/the-record-company/)
- [Beep Boop Beep Boop Film Festival](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/beep-boop-beep-boop-film-festival/)
- [Andy Grammer](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/andy-grammer/)
- [Mark Farner](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/mark-farner/)
- [Molly Hatchet](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/molly-hatchet/)
- [Ringo Starr and His All Starr Band](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/ringo-starr-and-his-all-starr-band/)
- [Ringo Starr](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/ringo-starr/)
- [National Canal Museum](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/national-canal-museum/)
- [Ann Wilson](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/ann-wilson/)
- [Stray Cats](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/stray-cats/)
- [December 2026](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/december-2026/)
- [Easton Trolly](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/easton-trolly/)
- [Verve Pipe](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/verve-pipe/)
- [Candlebox](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/candlebox/)
- [Shankweiler's Drive-In Theatre](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/shankweilers-drive-in-theatre/)
- [Ghost Encounters](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/ghost-encounters/)
- [Paranormal](https://findinglehighvalley.com/tag/paranormal/)