Learn more about the world around you at these events all around Delaware Valley this weekend! They’re great opportunities to get outside before the winter.
Mighty Monarch Day
Sept. 27, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Brandywine Zoo | 1001 N Park Dr., Wilmington, DE 19802
Monarch butterflies are getting ready to make their annual migration to Mexico! Learn more about these iconic insects and what Brandywine Zoo is doing to help preserve their population at this event featuring themed activities and story times.
Free with admission | brandywinezoo.org/event/mighty-monarch-day-2/
2025 Delaware River Festival
Sept. 27, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Penn’s Landing | Philadelphia, PA and Wiggins Park | Camden, NJ
This festival across multiple states is a great opportunity to learn more about the Delaware River and take part in fun activities. There will be a variety of ways to explore the river through ferry rides, canoes and kayaking. Attendees can also learn more about the animals that call the river home at live animal exhibits.
Free | delawareriverfest.org/2025-festival
Pennsylvania Chocolate and Coffee Festival
Sept. 27-28, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday
Greater Philadelphia Expo Center | 100 Station Ave., Phoenixville, PA 19460
Life is sweet at the Pennsylvania Chocolate and Coffee Festival! This family event is the perfect place to satisfy your sweet tooth with more than 140 vendors selling goodies. There will also be plenty of children’s activities.
$5-$30, free for kids ages 4 and younger | pachocolateandcoffee.com
