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Calendar of Events

Now through March 8—each Friday, Saturday, and Sunday only
Longwood Gardens presents Garden Glow

Longwood Gardens is offering visitors a chance to see the gardens come to life in a way never seen before with this new, luminous evening experience. With Garden Glow, visitors can follow glowing paths of luminaria as they guide you through an evening of discovery. Explore floral masterworks bathed in colors that reveal plants’ hidden details. See the intricate details of bonsai take on an otherworldly dimension as they glow with captivating intensity. Step into a West Conservatory transformed into an ethereal dreamscape. Outside, thousands of shimmering, biodegradable sparks float like fireflies dancing at dusk or stars drifting within reach. Garden Glow takes place each Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. More information and tickets available at longwoodgardens.org.


February 27

Line dancing at the Barn of Nottingham

The Oxford Area Historical Association will be hosting a line dancing night at the Barn of Nottingham starting at 6 p.m. on Feb. 27. Lessons will be given from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. and then the dancing really begins from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. There will be a 50/50 raffle and attendees can bring their own refreshments. Door opens at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased in person at the History Center at 119 S. 5th Street in Oxford or online at www.oxfordhistorical.org/events. If available, ticket will be sold at the door.


February 27

Cecil County Arts Council offers fine art and fine dining

Join the Cecil County Arts Council to sample some of Cecil County's best food and support the arts at the monthly Wine and Dine for the Arts events. On the fourth Friday of February and March, the Arts Council will be hosting four-course dinners with wine pairings at a series of Cecil County restaurants. Each event will feature a local artist exhibiting and selling their artwork. Featured artists at Wine and Dine events keep 100 percent of the profits of their sales that evening. The Feb. 27 Wine and Dine will be at White Oak Manor in North East and feature photographer Christina Peters. Wine and Dine for the Arts tickets cost $65 and can be purchased online through our website. All Wine and Dine dinners start at 6 p.m. For more information about the 2026 Wine and Dine for the Arts dinners, and to buy tickets, visit the Arts Council’s website, follow them on Facebook or call 410-392-5740.


February 28

Kennett Winterfest

The 14th annual Kennett Winterfest returns on Saturday, Feb. 28 with a full day of music, craft beverages, and community celebration in Kennett Square. This year’s musical lineup offers a range of styles from indie rock and pop-rock to crowd-pleasing covers, appealing to a broad audience. The Tisburys, Blank Pages, and Delco Donny are performing. Attendees can enjoy a full day of live music alongside craft beverage offerings from over 50 breweries, cideries, and meaderies. Kennett Winterfest takes place from 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. at 600 S. Broad Street in Kennett Square. Ticket proceeds support Kennett Collaborative’s community programming.

Tickets for regular admission are $60. For more information on tickets, schedules, and festival details, visit www.kennettbrewfest.com.


February 28

Riot Act, a tribute to Pearl Jam

Riot Act, a tribute to Pearl Jam, presents a special two-set evening featuring a full acoustic set followed by a full electric set on Sunday, Feb. 28. Since coming together in 2023, Riot Act, Philadelphia’s premier tribute to Pearl Jam, has continued to bring the raw energy and passionate performances of the grunge icon to audiences all across the East Coast, including a sold-out show at The Kennett Flash last year. The doors open at 7 p.m. and the show begins at 8 p.m. More information is available at kennettflash.org.


March 3

Sweet Charity

The Chester County Community Foundation is holding its Sweet Charity fundraiser at the Downingtown Country Club on Tuesday, March 3 from 4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Enjoy appetizers, a wine and beer bar, and sample some of the best desserts Chester County has to offer. Tickets and more information can be found at chescocf.org. The Downingtown Country Club is located at 93 Country Club Drive in Downingtown.


March 7

Chocolate Festival

The Oxford United Methodist Church will be holding its annual Chocolate Festival from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on March 7. Admission is $5, and the cost of admission includes the opportunity to enjoy four tastings. The Oxford United Methodist Church is located at 18 Addison Street in Oxford.


March 7

Program on property research with Jane Dorchester

The Chester County History Center will host an engaging, hands-on program with Jane E. Dorchester, who will guide participants on how to conduct property research. Dorchester will talk about the rich collections of the Chester County History Center and beyond. Drawing on decades of experience in architectural and property research, she will share practical tips, proven strategies, and memorable anecdotes from the field —especially what to do when your research hits a dreaded brick wall. The program takes place from 10:30 a.m. to noon on Saturday, March 7. The cost is $10 for adults, $7.00 for seniors (65 and over), $5 for students with ID. More information is available at mycchc.org.


March 11

International Book Collection Open House at Kennett Library

The International Book Collection Open House at Kennett Library will take place on Wednesday, March 11 at 4 p.m. The event features books for children, teens, and adults in 45 languages from around the globe. Explore everything from bilingual picture books and short language-learning stories to full-length novels in their original languages, including Gogol in Russian and Miyazaki in Japanese. Nearly half of the collection is bilingual, making it perfect for language learners, multilingual families, and curious readers alike. The event is a good time to Come to the library, wander, taste, read, and discover. 


March 12

Kennett Flash Jazz Jam

The Jazz Jam is back at The Kennett Flash. This event features a jazz concert from stellar local jazz artists followed by a jam session where the host invites musicians in the audience to join them on stage. It is an all-ages show that starts at 7 p.m. The doors open at 6 p.m. More information is available at kennettflash.org.


March 14

Superunknown at the Kennett Flash

On March 14, the Kennett Flash presents a show by Superunknown, a solo Chris Cornell tribute show. This is an all-ages show. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the performance begins at 8 p.m. More information is available at kennettflash.org.


March 14

Oxford Eagles Club Bingo

The Oxford Eagles Club Bingo game for March will take place at 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 14. Hosted by the Ladies Auxiliary, the event includes bingo, raffle baskets, a 50/50 cash raffle pulled at the end of play, and bar specials and food. The doors open at noon. Game play starts at 2 p.m. The cost is $20 for a game pack (10 games) and there is a $5 cover-all black out ticket. The Oxford Eagles Club is located at 410 South Street in Oxford.


March 21

Beatles tribute at the Kennett Flash

The Kennett Flash presents a performance by Love You To, a tribute to The Beatles, on Saturday, March 21. This is an all-ages show. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the performance begins at 8 p.m. More information is available at kennettflash.org.


March 27

Cecil County Arts Council offers fine art and fine dining

Join the Cecil County Arts Council to sample some of Cecil County's best food and support the arts at the monthly Wine and Dine for the Arts events. On the fourth Friday of January, February and March, the Arts Council will be hosting four course dinners with wine pairings at a series of Cecil County restaurants. Each event will feature a local artist exhibiting and selling their artwork. Featured artists at Wine and Dine events keep 100 percent of the profits of their sales that evening. The March 27 Wine and Dine will be at The Wellwood in Charlestown, featuring fiber and recycled material artist Colleen Tiefenthal. Wine and Dine for the Arts tickets cost $65 and can be purchased online through our website. All Wine and Dine dinners start at 6 p.m. For more information about the 2026 Wine and Dine for the Arts dinners, and to buy tickets, visit the Arts Council’s website, follow them on Facebook or call 410-392-5740.


March 28

Easter Egg Hunt in Oxford

Bring your children to the annual Oxford Mainstreet, Inc. Easter Egg Hunt in downtown Oxford on Saturday, March 28 at 10 a.m. The Easter Bunny will be available for photos, too. Full details about the event can be found at www.oxfordmainstreet.com.


March 28 and 29

The Easter Festival at Milburn Orchards 

Enjoy a farm fresh breakfast with the Easter Bunny and then head to the Easter Festival in the Big Backyard at Milburn Orchards for egg hunts, hayrides, and more farm fun. The Easter Bunny will be hopping around at breakfast and inside the festival. The festival hours are 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day. Online tickets are required for breakfast, and online tickets are discounted and recommended for festival admission. Visit the farm for all the Easter fun, shop for Easter goodies and novelties in the Farm Market, enjoy specialty treats on The Deck, and make springtime memories with the whole family. For more details, visit MilburnOrchards.com or follow Milburn Orchards on Facebook and Instagram (@MilburnOrchards) for updates.


April 2 and 3

The Easter Festival at Milburn Orchards 

Enjoy a farm fresh breakfast with the Easter Bunny and then head to the Easter Festival in the Big Backyard at Milburn Orchards for egg hunts, hayrides, and more farm fun. The Easter Bunny will be hopping around at breakfast and inside the festival. The festival hours are 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day. Online tickets are required for breakfast, and online tickets are discounted and recommended for festival admission. Visit the farm for all the Easter fun, shop for Easter goodies and novelties in the Farm Market, enjoy specialty treats on The Deck, and make springtime memories with the whole family. For more details, visit MilburnOrchards.com or follow Milburn Orchards on Facebook and Instagram (@MilburnOrchards) for updates.


April 3

Ladies Night Sip, Shop, & Social

Enjoy a night out with the girls on Friday, April 3 starting at 6 p.m. Highlights include a fresh flower bar, massages, eyebrow waxing, a scent bar, libations, jewelry, and more. Event will take place at The Hook at 45 South Third Street in Oxford. More details are available at www.oxfordmainstreet.com.


April 5

83rd running of the Brandywine Hills Point-to-Point

The 83rd running of the Brandywine Hills Point-to-Point will take place on Sunday, April 5. The event features fun and exciting pony and horse steeplechase races and many children’s activities. The gates open at 11 a.m. and the first race is at noon on the grounds of the Brandywine Red Clay Alliance’s Myrick Conservation Center at 1760 Unionville-Wawaset Road in West Chester. Food is available on-site for purchase. Admission is by the carload and parking costs begin at $40 for general admission parking. Proceeds benefit the Brandywine Red Clay Alliance’s environmental eduction, watershed conservation, and land preservation programs. More event details are available at www.brandywineredclay.org.


April 9

Kennett Flash Jazz Jam

The Jazz Jam is back at The Kennett Flash. This event features a jazz concert from stellar local jazz artists followed by a jam session where the host invites musicians in the audience to join them on stage. It is an all-ages show that starts at 7 p.m. The doors open at 6 p.m. More information is available at kennettflash.org.


April 24

Kennett Library’s third annual Starlight Soiree

This year, the Kennett Library is tipping its hat to the Roaring Twenties because no one can resist a little glamour, a touch of vintage flair, and a party with panache. The Starlight Soiree, now in its third year, directly supports the library’s innovative programs and essential operations, ensuring that the Kennett Library remains a vibrant center for learning, creativity, and community growth in the community. The event takes place from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.


April 30 through May 17

Milton Theatre presents ‘Nunsense 2: The Second Coming’

Following the massive success of the original production two years ago, the Little Sisters of Hoboken are officially returning to the Milton Theatre stage. This time, the convent is bringing a local flair like never before, featuring a powerhouse “all-Delaware” cast of regional favorites. After Nunsense became a mega-hit for the theatre, demand for a sequel was sky-high. Fans of the original won’t want to miss Nunsense 2, which promises twice the laughter, more irreverent musical numbers, and the same chaotic energy that made the first show a sell-out sensation.

Performance Schedule The sisters are taking over Milton for a limited engagement of 17 shows, running from April 30 through May 17. Visit miltontheatre.com for complete information.