This weekend is full of fun events for everyone! Are you looking for a family activity? Planning an outing with some friends? Need an idea for date night? Looking to explore on your own? Then check out our compilation of happenings in the area this weekend!

Weekend Happenings is sponsored by Gannon Insurance.

Art in the Barn Candle Making Workshop

When: Saturday, April 22 at 7pm
Where: Old Nursery Farm, 91 Rogers Road, Furlong PA

Have fun learning how to create your own scent and bring home a custom hand-poured candle! This workshop is a 2 hour experience making a custom candle where you can choose from a variety of fragrances, pour a 7.5 oz candle, create a personalized label, add glitter, gemstones, and stickers! For more information, visit the website.

Sheep Shearing Day

When: Saturday, April 22 from 10 am to 3:30 pm
Where: 2030 Shearer Road, Lansdale, PA

Experience springtime on a colonial farm with a sheep shearing demonstration! Follow the “wool to wardrobe” and learn about spinning and weaving. Tour a 18th century historic house and learn about woodworking, basket-weaving, and more! At noon, Tuckers’ Tales Puppet Theatre will perform for the kids and don’t forget to stop by the Dutch Country Soft Pretzel food truck to grab a treat! The event is free for all ages!

The Half Life of Marie Curie

When: Friday, April 21 at 8pm
Where: 635 N Delmorr Ave, Morrisville, PA

It’s opening night of Lauren Gunderson's The Half-Life of Marie Curie! Come see the story of Marie Curie and colleague Hertha Ayrton in a tale of female friendship as it explores the relationship between these two brilliant women. Mothers, widows, and fearless champions of scientific inquiry. Check out tickets here.

Spring FunFest at Peddler’s Village

When: Saturday & Sunday, April 22 & 23 from 11am to 5pm
Where: Peddler's Village, Routes 202 & 263 Lahaska, PA

Celebrate Spring FunFest on at Peddler’s Village! Geared towards visitors of all ages, this fun-packed weekend festival will include a Family Fun Walk benefitting the Autism Cares Foundation, outdoor food and drinks, live entertainment, and kids’ activities. A central attraction of the festival will be PEEPS® in the Village, a free display featuring all kinds of unique marshmallow creations.

Beethoven, Mendelssohn, & Strauss – Performance by the Chamber Orchastra of Philadelphia

When: Sunday, April 23 at 3pm
Where: Newtown Middle School – 116 Richboro Rd, Newtown, PA

Come hear Beethoven’s iconic 7th Symphony, along with the expansive pieces of a young Richard Strauss and Mendelssohn’s musical love-letters to Scotland. Philadelphia Orchestra Principal Horn Jennifer Montone joins the Chamber Orchestra for this performance of Germanic greats. Get tickets here.

Live Music at the Boiler Room

When: April 21 & 22 from 6-9pm
Where: 123 N Main St, Dublin, PA

Catch a live jazz or blues performance at the Boiler Room this weekend. Enjoy some craft cocktails while you hang out in the cozy and relaxing atmosphere. Bring some friends and it's sure to be a fun time!

Delaware University’s A-Day

When: April 21-23
Where: 700 E. Butler Ave, Doylestown, PA

DelVal students are proud to present the 73rd A-Day! Come enjoy farm animals and other educational exhibits, pony rides, pig races, arts and crafts vendors, a tractor exhibit, food and live music all weekend long. Proceeds of the fair benefit student clubs and organizations. For the full weekend schedule, click here.

15^th Annual Yard Sale to Remember!

When: Saturday & Sunday, April 22 & 23 8am – 2pm
Where: 806 Philadelphia Ave, Warrington PA

Rain or shine, the BC Crew is hosting a yard sale benefitting the 2023 Walk to End Alzheimer's! Stop by and browse through jewelry, entertainment, dishes, pots & pans, lamps, small furniture, sporting goods, handbags, linens, tools, and various knick-knacks! Cash, debit/credit, and Venmo will all be accepted!