MALVERN EVENTS Enjoy the community feel at these events, all year long. THIRD THURSDAYS, MALVERN STROLL Sip, shop and dine while shops are open late, restaurants offer specialities and musicians dot King Street. GrowingRootsPartners.com.
Radnor Hunt Concours d’Elegance
A favorite holiday tradition is attending People’s Light’s Holiday Panto. Running for almost two months, from November 15 to January 7, this year’s panto will be based on the story of Aladdin. Make your reservations early to see the hilarious adventure that ensues when the young ne’er-do-well Aladdin and his animal pals find a mysterious lamp. Cheer the heroes and boo the villains during a production full of audience participation and fun for fans from five to 105. 39 Conestoga Rd. PeoplesLight.org. Different kinds of events happen at Radnor Hunt, surrounded by 6,000 acres of preserved open-space in the Willistown Township section of Malvern. Founded in 1883, Radnor Hunt hosts the oldest foxhunt in the U.S., recognized by the Masters of Foxhounds Association of America. Also the site of tennis, trap shooting and pony club events. Radnor Hunt hosts 20,000 fans each May for the Radnor Hunt Races, the spring tradition of steeplechasing in the open countryside. The timeless beauty and breath-taking views make this a sought-after venue for special events, including the upcoming Radnor Hunt Concours d’Elegance car show and fundraiser, September 8–10. 826 Providence Rd. RadnorHunt.org. COME FOR COMMUNITY EVENTS A small town with big charm, Malvern Borough is located off the beaten path of Route 30, making it different from most other towns on the Main Line. This former industrial railroad town has the feel of a warm community, with a growing list of amenities, including a refurbished train station, public art—a collection of outdoor murals and a future Arts on the Lawn project with life-size painted dog statues, Adirondack chairs and picnic tables—and a full calendar of events year-round. ♦
THROUGH NOV., FARMER’S MARKET Saturdays are market days with fresh, healthy and local fare. Check for specials and events. Burke Park, off of Warren Ave., south of King Rd. 9 to 1. GrowingRootsPartners.com. SEPT. 10, MALVERN HARVEST OKTOBERFEST & BARK IN THE PARK Enjoy a beer garden, music, shopping, kids activities (inflatables, games, prizes), delicious food from top area food trucks and more. Bark in the Park hosts pups needing good homes. Visit dog rescues and other dog-centric exhibitors. Along King St. and in Burke Park. 11 to 4. Malvern-Festivals.com. SEPT. 17, SHUGART’S SUNDAY BBQ & BLUEGRASS See the article for details. 690 Sugartown Rd., 2 to 6 p.m. $12–$40. HistoricSugartown.org. DEC. 1–2, VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS Begin in Burke Park for the tree lighting. Then stroll King Street, visit shops, enjoy music, children’s shows, carriage rides, caroling, art show, Santa and more. King St. and in Burke Park, MalvernsVictorianChristmas.org. DEC., A SUGARTOWN CHRISTMAS Explore the historic village and learn about Victorian Christmas traditions. Decorate cookies in the carriage museum and make Victorian-style ornaments and cards. 690 Sugartown Rd., 11 to 4. $6. HistoricSugartown.org. MAY 2018, MALVERN BLOOMS A community festival with music, arts and crafts, vendors, kids activities, food court, food trucks and more. Along King St. and in Burke Park. 11 to 4. Malvern-Festivals.com. MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND, MALVERN COMMUNITY SPAGHETTI DINNER Enjoy dinner in Malvern Memorial Park on Monument Avenue with Malvern Farmers Market as host and spaghetti and meatballs prepared by Anthony’s. Then, on to the Malvern Memorial Day Parade and Family Fun Day, plus a patriotic concert. Monument Park, Monument & S. Warren Aves. MalvernBusiness.com.
Malvern Stroll on Third Thursdays
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