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Every day in August, experience the
Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens.
From vibrant blooms to dancing fountains, enjoy the beauty of summer at Longwood. (Daily in August, Longwood Gardens, 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, Pa., longwoodgardens.org/)
The Valenzano Family Winery offers wine tastings, wine-and-cheese pairings, as well as
a Friday Night Live Music Series on Friday nights. (Friday nights in August, Valenzano Winery, 1090 Route 206, Shamong, N.J., valenzanowine.com/)
The Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival lights up the night through Aug. 13. The can’t-miss illuminated fest in Philadelphia’s Historic District hosts dozens of massive, intricate, and handcrafted lanterns – dragons, tigers, rabbits and more – constructed by lantern artisans from China. This popular ticketed event also includes live cultural performances, shopping, dining, the Dragon Beer Garden and more. (Through Aug. 13, Franklin Square, 200 N. Sixth St., Philadelphia, Pa., phillychineselanternfestival.com/)
Head out to Frawley Stadium to watch the Wilmington Blue Rocks take on the Hudson Valley Renegades and enjoy Italian Heritage Night! Highlighting the history, contributions, and accomplishments of the surrounding Italian Community, the night will feature Italian music and specialty Italian food items. (Aug. 2, Frawley Stadium, 801 Shipyard Drive, Wilmington, Del., milb.com/wilmington)
Leading artists from throughout the East Coast will exhibit and sell their work at the Annual Boardwalk Art Sale, which is back in Ocean City, N.J., for its 60th event this year. (Aug. 4-6, Ocean City Boardwalk, Ocean City, N.J., oceancityvacation.com/ events-calendar/59th-annual-boardwalk-art- show/2023-08-04/)
The Drifters ... one of rock ’n’ roll’s founding vocal groups, is once again returning to Cape May Convention Hall for a Summer Concert Series. You’ll be singing “Up on the Roof,” “Under the Boardwalk,” “This Magic Moment,” “There Goes My Baby,” “Dance with Me,” “Spanish Harlem,” and “Stand by Me” for weeks after the show! (Aug. 6, Cape May Convention Hall,714 Beach Ave., Cape May, N.J., capemaycity.com/convention-hall-overview)
The Bethany Beach Seaside Concert Series presents Jesse Garron’s Tribute to Elvis. The performance takes audiences on a musical journey into the 1970s concert years
when Elvis was the King of rock ’n’ roll. In 2019, Jesse was inducted into the International Elvis Tribute Artist Hall of Fame for his dedication to keeping Elvis’ legacy alive. (Aug. 17, Bethany Beach Bandstand, Bethany Beach, Del., townofbethanybeach.com/261/Bandstand)
Every Monday is Opera Night at Fellini’s in Media! Enjoy classic Italian cuisine and live singers performing opera classics. (Aug. 21, Fellini Café of Media, 106 W. State St., Media, Pa., felliniscafe.com/)
After more than 60 years electrifying people all over the world, the legendary O’Jays are embarking on their final tour. See them live with special guests Dave Hollister and Carol Riddick at The Dell. (Aug. 24, The Dell Music Center, 2400 Strawberry Mansion Drive, Philadelphia, Pa., thedellmusiccenter.com/)
With over 150 tables of the hottest collectibles on the planet, The Sports Cards, Toys, Comics & Collectibles Show will feature collectibles, memorabilia, and guest star appearances. Starting Line-ups, Funko Pops, non-sports cards, Yu-Gi-Oh, Magic, Beanie Babies, videos, supplies, memorabilia, jerseys, sets, posters, coins, T-shirts, Legos, dolls, and more! A celebrity appearance with an autograph session will be held on Saturday. (Aug. 25-27, The Wildwoods Convention Center, 4501 Boardwalk, Wildwood, N.J., wildwoodsnj.com/event/sports-card-toys- comics-collectibles-show-4/)
Find everything you need to have the perfect wedding day at the Delaware Bridal & Wedding Expo! Taste food, shop for dresses and flowers, dance to music, and enjoy demos throughout the day. (Aug. 27, Chase Center on the Riverfront, 815 Justison St., Wilmington, Del., debridalshows.com/)
More than 100 million people around
the world have experienced Disney’s “The Lion King,” and now you can, too, when
the musical returns to Philadelphia on Aug. 16 at the Academy of Music. Winner of six Tony Awards, including Best Musical, this musical event brings together one of the most imaginative creative teams on Broadway. Director Julie Taymor brings to life a story filled with hope and adventure set against an amazing backdrop of stunning visuals. “The Lion King” also features some of Broadway’s most recognizable music, crafted by Elton John and Tim Rice. (Through Sept. 10, Academy of Music, 240 S. Broad St., Philadelphia, Pa., kimmelculturalcampus.org/events-and- tickets/?genre=&query=broadway%20series)
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