May 2024
Check out the great programs all month at Rachel Kohl Community Library: https://www.kohllibrary.org/programs/
Now through June 9
Jamie Wyeth: Unsettled, Exhibit at Brandywine Museum of Art, Chadds Ford, PA Open Wednesday–Monday, 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Closed Tuesdays
This exhibition traces a persistent vein of intriguing, often disconcerting imagery over the career of renowned artist Jamie Wyeth. Frequently countered and even hidden by Wyeth's fuller body of work particularly his immensely popular coastal views, farmscapes, and other illustration works the darker and more troubling imagery is constant. Whether he is introducing curious characters or surveying strange landscapes, Wyeth is at home with uneasy subjects and a master of the unsettled mood.
Every weekend
Gay Street Open-Air Market 2024Downtown West Chester 2 N High Street, West Chester, PA
The Open-Air Market gives residents and visitors more space to shop, eat, and explore town! Four blocks of Gay Street are closed to vehicles each weekend so everyone can partake in al fresco dining and shopping. Restaurants and retail extend into the street, so you can enjoy the beautiful weather!
May 11, 18, 25, 31 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
West Chester Growers Market 2024Chestnut & Church Streets 201 N Church Street, West Chester, PA
As the first producer-only market in Southeastern PA, the West Chester Growers Market continues celebrating the direct connection between discriminating customers and local farmers and artisans.
May 11 Gates open @ 10:00 am, First race @ 1:00 pm
Willowdale Steeplechase
Welcome to the Willowdale Steeplechase Races, a thrilling day of equestrian excellence and family-friendly fun nestled in the picturesque Chester County, Pennsylvania. Our annual event is a celebration of tradition, skill, and community spirit.
May 12 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Spring Serenade – A Mother’s Day ConcertFirst Presbyterian Church 130 W Miner Street, West Chester, PA
West Chester University Music Performance Alumni Presents: Spring Serenade - A Mother's Day Concert. All of the performers are past & present music performance majors from WCU. It's a wonderful event to celebrate Mother's Day!
May 16 @ 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Third Thursday in Kennett Square
The popular Third Thursdays on State Street return in 2024 for a new season of outdoor dining, extended shopping hours, live music, and family-friendly activities. Third Thursdays bring the community together and support restaurants and small businesses on State Street, which is closed from Broad to Center Streets from 5pm to 10pm every Third Thursday from May through October.
May 18 @ 10:00 am – 11:45 am
Young Naturalists @ Winterthur Museum, Gardens & Library
Kids enjoy hands-on activities and walks with a Delaware Master Naturalist and learn about the land at Winterthur, the plants and animals living here, and how naturalists and citizen scientists work to care for them. Reservations required. Limited capacity (15 children). $18 per child. $10 per Member child. General admission rates apply for accompanying adults. Also available for Blooming Naturalists (ages 10–12), 1:00–3:00 pm.
May 18 @ 1:00 pm - 7:00 pm
West Chester Porchfest 2024Downtown West Chester 2 N High Street, West Chester, PA
West Chester Porchfest is organized by the West Chester Green Team to build connection, promote community and celebrate Spring in our historic borough. Come out to hear the music!
May 23 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Budweiser Clydesdales 2024Downtown West Chester 2 N High Street, West Chester, PA
Mark your calendar for Thursday, May 23rd to watch the Budweiser Clydesdales parade through town! Visitors can watch the horses get hitched at Borough Hall (401 E. Gay Street) from 4pm-5pm, march down Gay Street and Market Street from 5pm-6pm, and get unhitched back at Borough Hall from 6pm-7pm.
May 27 @ 10:00 am
Memorial Day Parade, Kennett Square
The Kennett Square Memorial Day Parade is a tradition that goes back decades—starting in 1948—and has endured as a local favorite. The parade is produced by a volunteer committee that includes community members under the leadership of Kennett Collaborative, American Legion Post 491, and VFW Post 5467.
Check out the great programs all month at Rachel Kohl Community Library: https://www.kohllibrary.org/programs/
Now through June 9
Jamie Wyeth: Unsettled, Exhibit at Brandywine Museum of Art, Chadds Ford, PA Open Wednesday–Monday, 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Closed Tuesdays
This exhibition traces a persistent vein of intriguing, often disconcerting imagery over the career of renowned artist Jamie Wyeth. Frequently countered and even hidden by Wyeth's fuller body of work particularly his immensely popular coastal views, farmscapes, and other illustration works the darker and more troubling imagery is constant. Whether he is introducing curious characters or surveying strange landscapes, Wyeth is at home with uneasy subjects and a master of the unsettled mood.
Every weekend
Gay Street Open-Air Market 2024Downtown West Chester 2 N High Street, West Chester, PA
The Open-Air Market gives residents and visitors more space to shop, eat, and explore town! Four blocks of Gay Street are closed to vehicles each weekend so everyone can partake in al fresco dining and shopping. Restaurants and retail extend into the street, so you can enjoy the beautiful weather!
May 11, 18, 25, 31 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
West Chester Growers Market 2024Chestnut & Church Streets 201 N Church Street, West Chester, PA
As the first producer-only market in Southeastern PA, the West Chester Growers Market continues celebrating the direct connection between discriminating customers and local farmers and artisans.
May 11 Gates open @ 10:00 am, First race @ 1:00 pm
Willowdale Steeplechase
Welcome to the Willowdale Steeplechase Races, a thrilling day of equestrian excellence and family-friendly fun nestled in the picturesque Chester County, Pennsylvania. Our annual event is a celebration of tradition, skill, and community spirit.
- Experience Equestrian Excellence
- Classic Car Enthusiasts Rejoice
- Family-Friendly Activities
- Shop, Savor, and Enjoy
- Tailgate in Style
May 12 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Spring Serenade – A Mother’s Day ConcertFirst Presbyterian Church 130 W Miner Street, West Chester, PA
West Chester University Music Performance Alumni Presents: Spring Serenade - A Mother's Day Concert. All of the performers are past & present music performance majors from WCU. It's a wonderful event to celebrate Mother's Day!
May 16 @ 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Third Thursday in Kennett Square
The popular Third Thursdays on State Street return in 2024 for a new season of outdoor dining, extended shopping hours, live music, and family-friendly activities. Third Thursdays bring the community together and support restaurants and small businesses on State Street, which is closed from Broad to Center Streets from 5pm to 10pm every Third Thursday from May through October.
May 18 @ 10:00 am – 11:45 am
Young Naturalists @ Winterthur Museum, Gardens & Library
Kids enjoy hands-on activities and walks with a Delaware Master Naturalist and learn about the land at Winterthur, the plants and animals living here, and how naturalists and citizen scientists work to care for them. Reservations required. Limited capacity (15 children). $18 per child. $10 per Member child. General admission rates apply for accompanying adults. Also available for Blooming Naturalists (ages 10–12), 1:00–3:00 pm.
May 18 @ 1:00 pm - 7:00 pm
West Chester Porchfest 2024Downtown West Chester 2 N High Street, West Chester, PA
West Chester Porchfest is organized by the West Chester Green Team to build connection, promote community and celebrate Spring in our historic borough. Come out to hear the music!
May 23 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Budweiser Clydesdales 2024Downtown West Chester 2 N High Street, West Chester, PA
Mark your calendar for Thursday, May 23rd to watch the Budweiser Clydesdales parade through town! Visitors can watch the horses get hitched at Borough Hall (401 E. Gay Street) from 4pm-5pm, march down Gay Street and Market Street from 5pm-6pm, and get unhitched back at Borough Hall from 6pm-7pm.
May 27 @ 10:00 am
Memorial Day Parade, Kennett Square
The Kennett Square Memorial Day Parade is a tradition that goes back decades—starting in 1948—and has endured as a local favorite. The parade is produced by a volunteer committee that includes community members under the leadership of Kennett Collaborative, American Legion Post 491, and VFW Post 5467.