Cruisin' Into Autumn 2024!

WE ARE IN FULL FUN MODE!

As Lansdale's huge 2024 events roll on, we will be updating this page with all the latest news. So bookmark this page and return often!

Below you will find a quick roundup at some of this season's top events in Lansdale Borough. Beneath that, you'll find a callout on a few of the events coming up shortly. Click the links for more information.

(Note that many of the events listed on this page are organized by third parties; while Discover Lansdale fully supports the efforts of our civic partners and friends, we can not answer questions about these events. Links to more information are provided where available).
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  • First Fridays, monthly, Downtown Lansdale. Family friendly fun with music, amusements and refreshments. Philly Sports, Sept. 6; Chili Cookoff, Oct. 4; Zombie Walk, Nov. 1.
  • 365 Foundation Gallery, 305 W. Main St. An exhibit of the work of artist Allison Frances, titled “Born Screaming,” will be on display opening Friday, Sept. 6, from 7 to 10 p.m. Details and ticket information at  www.365.foundation. The exhibit continues through Sept. 27.
  • Free Concert Series finale, Tuesday, Sept. 10, Whites Road Park. The rescheduled Montgomery County Concert Band will perform in the park's natural amphitheater setting. Organized by the Borough of Lansdale Parks & Recreation. lansdale.org/146/Activities-Events
  • It's Fall Fest time at the Lansdale YMCA, Saturday, Sept. 14  from noon-4 p.m. The fun-filled community day will be packed with activities. Wristbands for ages 3+ at $15 each includes 5 game tickets; $50 for four includes 10 game tickets. Wristbands include access to the Ezone sports simulators and Egaming room and inflatables. Additional free activities: Family Zumba at noon, flea market, vendors, animal petting area and a meet & greet with Spiderman. For vendor information, contact Bob Varga at [email protected] or call (215) 368-1601. Visit www.northpennymca.org/events/fall-fest/ for more information.
  • Manna on Main Street celebrates the grand opening of its new Online Market Hub on Saturday, Sept. 14, from 1 to 3 p.m., 10 North Cannon Ave, Lansdale. The Hub is an innovative project that dramatically expands Manna's provision of online ordering and delivery of groceries to those in need. Food, tours, guest speakers and giveaways will be featured. Since 1981, Manna has been committed to ending hunger in the North Penn regions, with the hope "that everyone might be fed." mannaonmain.org/give-money/10-year-campaign/
  • Lansdale Cruise Night, Saturday, Sept. 14, at the historic Lansdale Freight House on South Broad Street. Registration begins at 4:30; the cruise starts at 8. Registration is a $10 donation to benefit the Freight House, and three nonperishable food items for Manna on Main Street. Drivers and cars of all ages join an annual parade of internal combustion nostalgia. Click here for full details!
  • The Lansdale Historical Society kicks off its 2024-25 season on Monday, Sept. 23, at 7 p.m. at Lansdale Borough Hall, with a look back at the Lansdale Centennial Celebration of 1972, covering the parades, the dances, the concerts — and yes, even the Lansdale opera! Info at www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057563015008
  • Lansdale United Methodist Church, 300 North Broad Street, will host a Block Party on Saturday, Sept. 28, noon to 4 p.m. Look for food, games and activities and learn about community organizations. Details at lansdaleumc.org/events/
  • Season 53 for the Southeastern Pennsylvania Symphony Orchestra opens Saturday, Sept. 28, at 7:30 p.m. with an evening of music by George Gershwin, including the celebrated Rhapsody in Blue for its 100th anniversary, featuring pianist Carl Cranmer. All concerts at Calvary Baptist Church 1380 S. Valley Forge Rd. Ticket info and full schedule at spsorchestra.org.
  • Well Crafted Beer celebrates its sixth anniversary in Lansdale on Saturday, Oct. 5, 3-11 p.m. on Madison Street with an Oktoberfest flavor. Beer tents, pretzels, food vendors, live music, and special birthday beer releases. Wear your best lederhosen, bar maid, or other Oktoberfest-themed outfits and you could win prizes. www.facebook.com/events/826985422749709
  • Zer0.5K/Oktoberfest, Sunday, Oct. 6. A weekend of autumnal celebration wraps up with “The Race for the Rest of Us” and an oom-pah filled party. Details coming soon — click here.
  • Watch CoCo in Whites Road Park on Friday, Oct. 11 as part of Lansdale Parks & Rec's annual Spooktacular Soiree, 5:30-9 p.m. Come dressed in your costume to trick-or-treat around the park and grab some ghostly grub from local food trucks — and don't forget your blanket/ chairs for the movie! lansdale.org/802/Spooktacular-Soiree
  • East West Karate's Third Annual Trunk or Treat is set for Saturday, Oct. 26, 10 a.m. to noon, 1215 Walnut Street, Lansdale. Get your trick-or-treating tarted early, leaarn the "Thriller" dance, defend your candy from zombies and test your martial arts skills. All are welcome. visit www.facebook.com/events/488353394081717/ or email [email protected].
  • Lansdale United Methodist Church hosts a Craft Fair on Saturday, Nov. 2 from, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the church, 300 North Broad Street. Come buy crafts, baked goods and food to support the church's missions. Tables available for $20. For information, call (215) 855-8364 or email [email protected] for details.
  • Mardi Gras Parade, Saturday, Nov. 23. Lansdale’s iconic (and famously mis-named) holiday kick-off welcomes Santa to town for the season. Watch this page for updates — and to join the parade today!

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Featured Events

FRIDAY, OCT. 4, ALONG MADISON STREET LANSDALE

2024 First Friday Season

Coming up in October — our annual Chili Cookoff, part of our fall festival and the kickoff to a gala Oktoberfest weekend all around town! All your favorites and more, along Madison Street and the Madison Parking Lot up to Wood Street, from 6 to 9 p.m.. An expanded vendor area, an improved Kids Zone, and a super-sized beer garden with food vendors, DJ and live music to entertain all.

Click the link below to enter our annual Chili Cookoff, but hurry, space is limited! And be sure to fill up your entry cards for the Discover Lansdale Passport Program, which awards a grand prize worth more than $300 each month. If you don't have your card yet, not much time left: Pick up a passport at the DL table or the Chamber of Commerce office on Madison Street. Then shop, dine and play at participating businesses all season long. Complete your passport and turn it in at the FF DL table to win!

And watch for our annual Zombie Walk coming Nov. 1!
Watch Discover Lansdale's First Friday page for latest details!
SATURDAY, SEPT. 14, HISTORIC LANSDALE FREIGHT HOUSE

Lansdale Cruise Night '24

Happy days are here again! Drivers in cars of all ages join an annual parade of nostalgia. Registration starts at 4:30 p.m. at the historic Lansdale Freight House. Registration is $10 donation for the Freight House project, and three packaged food items for Manna on Main Street. And remember to DRIVE CAREFULLY AND SAFELY! Registration and route information is available by clicking here.
MONDAY, SEPT. 23, 7 P.M., LANSDALE BOROUGH HALL

Lansdale Historical Society Programs

The 2024-25 season of Lansdale Historical Society programs begins on Monday, Sept. 23 at 7 p.m. at Lansdale Borough Hal, with a look back at the Lansdale Centennial Celebration of 1972, covering the parades, the dances, the concerts — and yes, even the Lansdale opera!

The next programs:
  • Wednesday, Oct. 9, 7 p.m., Montco Roots with Recorder of Deeds Jeanne Sorg
  • Tuesday, Nov. 12, 7 p.m., Preserving Historic Lansdale with a look at landmark buildings

Info at the Lansdale Historical Society’s Facebook page.Admission is free, as always, and donations are welcomed.
Lansdale Historical Society on Facebook
EVERY SATURDAY, THROUGH DEC. 21, 9 AM-12:30 PM
PENNDALE MIDDLE SCHOOL LOT, ENTRANCE ON CHURCH RD.

Lansdale Farmers Market

Shop for the freshest produce, meats, baked goods and much more, all direct from area farms and producers. The Lansdale Farmers Market is a multi-year regional award-winner and one of the county's largest.
lansdalefarmersmarket.org/
SUNDAY, OCT. 6, HISTORIC LANSDALE FREIGHT HOUSE

Zer0.5K/ Oktoberfest

It's baaaack — the Race For The Rest Of Us! Join us in a grueling half-K race followed by an oom-pah filled celebration of the Oktoberfest season at the historic Lansdale Freight House. It's part of a weekend of fun in the borough, starting with the Chili Cookoff on First Friday, Oct. 4, followed on Saturday by the sixth anniversary party of Well Crafted Beer! Click here for all the details!

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