Past Berks County Events

Sat, Sep 26, 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM · Reading, PA

The Berks Cultural Diversity Festival returns to Reading City Park, bringing together the many communities that make up Berks County for an afternoon in the open air.

September 26, 2026 · 11:00 AM · Art & Craft Gallery of Hamburg, 335 State Street

This progressive dinner turns one meal into a tour of Hamburg. It opens with appetizers at the Art & Craft Gallery of Hamburg, then guests move on to a soup and salad course and an entree course...

September 26, 2026 · 10:00 AM · Berks County Heritage Center, 1102 Red Bridge Road, Reading · Free, open to the public

The Berks County Heritage Center turns on the machinery for a day at the Gruber Wagon Works, a National Historic Landmark that stands as one of the most complete rural wagon factories left in the...

September 26, 2026 · 10:00 AM · Classic Harley-Davidson, 983 James Drive, Leesport · Open to the public

Classic Harley-Davidson in Leesport hosts a day built around honoring the men and women who have served, with proceeds going to support veterans right here in the local community.

Sat, Sep 26, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM · 40 Fruit Lane, Morgantown · Ticket prices begin at $10.00

Weaver's Orchard turns its Fall Festival day into Johnny Appleseed Day, with the man himself on hand to greet visitors and share his story.

Hosted by Weaver's Orchard Inc

September 26, 2026 · 9:00 AM · Hawk Mountain Sanctuary, 1700 Hawk Mountain Rd, Kempton · Open to Cub Scouts in the Bear and Webelos ranks; limited to 60 scouts

Cub Scouts in the Bear and Webelos ranks have a day of their own on the ridge at Hawk Mountain Sanctuary.

September 26, 2026 · 9:00 AM · Daniel Boone Homestead, 400 Daniel Boone Road, Birdsboro

Lace up your walking shoes for a morning hike through the grounds of the Daniel Boone Homestead in Birdsboro.

Sat, Sep 26, 9:00 AM · 615 Rock Hollow Road, Birdsboro · All ages

Lace up for a morning on the trails at Rock Hollow Woods Environmental Learning Center in Birdsboro.

Hosted by Rock Hollow Woods Environmental Learning Center

Sat, Sep 26, 8:30 AM · Franklin Street and Park Road, Hamburg · All ages

The Bookworm Bolt brings runners and walkers to Hamburg Community Park for a morning 5K that supports the Hamburg Public Library.

Hosted by Hamburg Public Library

September 26, 2026 · 8:00 AM · Albright College, 1612 N. 13th St, Reading

Albright College opens its campus to alumni, students, families, and neighbors for Homecoming and Family Weekend, a day built around school spirit and connection across the greater Reading area.

September 26, 2026 · 8:00 AM · Albright College, 1621 N 13th Street, Reading

Albright College opens its campus on North 13th Street for Homecoming and Family Weekend, bringing together alumni, students, families, and neighbors from across Reading and Berks County.

September 26, 2026 · WCR Center for the Arts, 140 N 5th Street, Reading · Free for students with valid ID

TRICH is a one-person show about living with trichotillomania, a condition that many people in the audience may be learning about for the first time.

September 25, 2026 · 8:00 PM · 700 Penn St, Reading

Reggaeton's El Rey brings The Last King World Tour to downtown Reading when Don Omar takes the Santander Arena stage on Friday, September 25, 2026 at 8:00 PM.

Hosted by Santander Arena

September 25, 2026 · 7:00 PM · The Boscov Theater at GoggleWorks Center for the Arts, 201 Washington Street, Reading · $10

The Boscov Theater hosts an evening of two documentaries about artists whose work draws attention to the living world and a changing climate.

September 25, 2026 · 7:00 PM · Hawk Mountain Sanctuary, 1700 Hawk Mountain Rd, Kempton · Limited to 20 participants

Hawk Mountain Sanctuary opens its trails after dark for a guided hike under the light of the full moon.

September 25, 2026 · 7:00 PM · WCR Center for the Arts, 140 N 5th Street, Reading · $20

TRICH comes to the WCR Center for the Arts, a solo stage piece about living with trichotillomania.

September 25, 2026 · 6:00 PM · Doc and Bubba's, 4312 New Holland Rd, Mohnton

Doc and Bubba's turns its dining room and bar over to a celebration of Dolly Parton, with live music from Adriana Sica setting the tone for the evening.

Hosted by Doc and Bubba's

September 25, 2026 · 6:00 PM · Doc and Bubba's, 4312 New Holland Rd, Mohnton

Adriana Sica brings a live set to Doc and Bubba's in Mohnton on Friday, September 25, starting at 6:00 PM.

Hosted by Doc and Bubba's

September 25, 2026 · 6:00 PM · DoubleTree by Hilton Reading, 701 Penn St · $100

Cocktails & Classics brings supporters of the Reading Public Library together for an evening at the DoubleTree on Penn Street.

September 25, 2026 · 6:00 PM · GoggleWorks, 201 Washington St, Reading · All ages; performances must be family friendly

Alley Open Mic brings the microphone to anyone with something to share. Presented by The Smiley House Project and GoggleWorks Center for the Arts, the series welcomes performances of every kind and...

Hosted by GoggleWorks Center for the Arts

September 25, 2026 · Showings at 5:30, 6:45 and 8:00 PM · The Neag Planetarium, 500 Museum Road, Reading · Tickets from $39.90 including fees (adult, junior, VIP+ and priority-entry options); refundable up to 30 days before the show

The Neag Planetarium hosts a fulldome presentation built around Pink Floyd's The Dark Side of the Moon, with all ten tracks of the album playing in order while 360 degree visuals wrap across the dome...

Hosted by Reading Public Museum

September 25, 2026 · 5:30 PM · The Reading Public Museum, 500 Museum Road · Museum members admitted with membership card; Reading School District students and their families admitted with proof of enrollment

The Reading Public Museum opens the doors early on How People Make Things, a traveling exhibition created by the Children's Museum of Pittsburgh, so members can explore it before it greets the...

Hosted by Reading Public Museum

September 25, 2026 · 1:00 PM · The Reading Public Museum, 500 Museum Road · Guests of all ages welcome

The Reading Public Museum's Senior Series brings a documentary afternoon to the Neag Planetarium, with a screening of "Exposing Muybridge" on Friday, September 25, 2026, at 1:00 PM.

Hosted by Reading Public Museum

Fri, Sep 25 · 740 Noble Street, Kutztown

Renninger's Fall Antique & Collectors' Extravaganza fills the grounds at 740 Noble Street in Kutztown on September 25, 2026, turning the familiar market into a sprawling hunting ground for anyone who...

Hosted by Renninger's Antique and Farmers' Market

September 24, 2026 · 5:30 PM · Doc and Bubba's, 4312 New Holland Rd, Mohnton

Traces of Blue brings a set of live music to Doc and Bubba's in Mohnton on Thursday, September 24, starting at 5:30 PM.

Hosted by Doc and Bubba's

September 24, 2026 · 11:00 AM · GoggleWorks, 201 Washington St, Reading · All ages

The Reading Roots Market brings farm vendors and fresh local produce to GoggleWorks Center for the Arts on Thursday, September 24, opening at 11:00 AM.

Hosted by GoggleWorks Center for the Arts

September 24, 2026 · 10:00 AM · The Neag Planetarium, 500 Museum Rd, Reading · Designed for elementary school age students; younger and older siblings welcome. Reservations required in advance.

Museum educators lead a morning made for homeschooling families, pairing guided gallery time with hands on projects that parents and kids work on together. The subject is Norman Rockwell and N.C.

Hosted by Reading Public Museum

September 24, 2026 · 9:00 AM · The Flynn PLEX at Alvernia University, 465 Saint Bernaradine Street, Reading · Free

Alvernia University's Tom and Helen Flynn PLEX hosts a morning built around staying steady, strong, and independent.

September 24, 2026 · 9:00 AM · DoubleTree by Hilton Reading, 701 Penn St · $100

Dr. Maiysha Clairborne leads a full day built for people who guide teams and serve others.

September 23, 2026 · 6:45 PM · 1950 Centre Ave, Reading

The Reading Fightin Phils host the Erie SeaWolves at FirstEnergy Stadium on Wednesday, September 23, with first pitch set for 6:45 PM.

Hosted by Reading Fightin Phils

September 23, 2026 · 6:30 PM · Chestnut Knoll, 120 W. 5th Street, Boyertown · Free

Chestnut Knoll marks its birthday with an evening celebration on its Boyertown campus, and neighbors are welcome to join in.

September 23, 2026 · 6:00 PM · Reading Coffee Company, 316 W Main Street, Birdsboro · $40

Reading Coffee Company opens up the bar in Birdsboro for a hands-on look at espresso, led by Beverage Director John Cappelletti.

September 22, 2026 · 6:45 PM · 1950 Centre Ave, Reading

The Erie SeaWolves come to Reading for an evening of Double-A baseball at FirstEnergy Stadium, with first pitch set for 6:45 PM on September 22.

Hosted by Reading Fightin Phils

September 22, 2026 · 6:00 PM · Reading Coffee Company, 316 W Main Street, Birdsboro · $80

Reading Coffee Company hosts a hands-on latte art class at its Birdsboro shop on West Main Street, led by Beverage Director John Cappelletti.

September 22, 2026 · 6:00 PM · Alvernia University, 400 St. Bernardine St, Reading · $10 – $20

JCWK Dance Lab and Alvernia University present the Summer Dance Series for Adults at the St. Bernardine Street campus in Reading, with this session beginning at 6:00 PM on September 22.

September 22, 2026 · 6:00 PM · 4899 Stoudts Ferry Bridge Road, Reading · All levels and abilities

Muhlenberg Township hosts Yoga in the Park at Jim Dietrich Park, with the class gathering near the farmhouse for a calm hour and change of practice in the open air.

Hosted by Muhlenberg Township

September 22, 2026 · 5:30 PM · The Neag Planetarium, 500 Museum Rd, Reading · Reservations required to guarantee a space; walk-ins welcome if space permits

Settle onto your mat beneath a dome full of stars for a gentle yoga session inside the Neag Planetarium at the Reading Public Museum.

Hosted by Reading Public Museum

September 21, 2026 · 5:00 PM · Carsonia Park, 209 Byram Street, Pennside

The Antietam Valley Farmers' & Artists' Market returns to Carsonia Park for a Monday evening of shopping and neighborly catching up.

September 20, 2026 · Showings at 5:30, 6:45 and 8:00 PM · The Neag Planetarium, 500 Museum Road, Reading · Tickets from $39.90 including fees (adult, junior, VIP+ and priority-entry options); refundable up to 30 days before the show

The Neag Planetarium turns its dome into a full 360-degree canvas for Pink Floyd's The Dark Side of the Moon.

Hosted by Reading Public Museum

Sun, Sep 20, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM · 3025 New Holland Road, Reading · $15

Slow movement meets early autumn in the woods just south of Reading. Nolde Forest Environmental Education Center hosts Autumn Moon Tai Chi on Sunday, September 20, from 4 to 5 p.m., an hour of gentle...

Hosted by Nolde Forest - Sawmill