The unique event takes place every year during the last two weekends in September and commemorates the colonial period with a recreated village. Costumed participants represent the British, Colonial, French and Native Americans who contributed to the location's history. Master craftsmen, artists and pioneer chefs demonstrate typical skills while live performers provide music, dance and theater presentations.

  • Historic Area 532 Main St. Bethlehem, PA 18018 in BETHLEHEM, PA

The festival remains the largest of its kind in the country. Hundreds of thousands join together in celebration of the culture and heritage of the Irish, Scottish and Welsh. Participants compete in historic games while others offer music, dance, food and crafts. Besides game competitions, fun events include kilt crawling and haggis eating contests.

  • Monroeville Convention Center 209 Mall Boulevard Monroeville, PA 15146 in MONROEVILLE, PA

Held during a weekend at the end of November, the event represents a massive Christmas arts and crafts festival. Almost 300 artisans display their crafts that provide visitors with the opportunity of acquiring decorations or holiday gifts. The venue also offers live entertainment, seasonal foods and a visit by Santa and his elves.

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The annual Punxsutawney event remains the most well known in the country. On February 2 of each year, thousands gather wondering if the resident groundhog named Phil views his shadow. Donned in top hats and tuxedos, the Inner Circle waits in anticipation of Phil's decision. A general air of celebration surrounds the event with music, dancing and food.

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Counties in Pennsylvania

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