The unofficial kickoff to summer hits this weekend, and the borough of Kennett Square is not skipping a beat with fun-filled activities and events. Your full guide to enjoying the holiday weekend locally is lined up below.
Kennett Square Farmers’ Market (May 23)
Start off the long holiday weekend by hitting Kennett Square Farmers’ Market to stock up on all your food needs for your picnics, barbecues and parties. While in town, stroll on down the hill to the Market at Liberty Place where George & Sons Seafood and Terra Foods are suggesting lots of crowd-pleasing goods for your entertaining needs).
Big Band and Broadway at Longwood Gardens (May 24)
Welcome the unofficial start to summer with live music at Longwood Gardens on Saturday, May 24. Listen to Big Band and Broadway era tunes while catching a fantastic fireworks display. This event often sells out so purchase tickets ahead of time on the Longwood Gardens site to ensure you don’t miss out. There will also be a summertime barbecue on site prior to the event for those who want to grab a bite to eat.
Taste Kennett Food Tour (May 25)
Looking for something to do on Sunday? Sign on for a new Taste of Kennett Food Tours, which is a ticketed tour that allows you to sample and learn about many of the town’s culinary delights. Town Dish’s Stephanie Anderson tackled a recent installment and can’t stop singing the tour’s praises. It’s the ultimate opportunity to bite into the community!
Historic Kennett Memorial Day Parade (May 26)
The historic Kennett Square Memorial Day Parade takes place at 10 a.m. on Monday, May 26. The parade will honor local veterans and entertain crowds with color guard groups, high school bands, antique military vehicles and much more. The parade route starts at Kennett High School and ends at Union Hill Cemetery where a memorial gun salute will take place.
Opening Day: KSI Crafts (May 26)
The area’s freshest craft beer stop, KSI Crafts, is officially opening on Memorial Day. Based at 201 East Street Street, the new mix-a-six shop is a perfect stop as you’re on your way to Memorial Day festivities. Like the new shop on Facebook in the meantime!
Need more Memorial Day Weekend recommendations? Historic Kennett Square has ’em! PA Eats also has other suggestions too, for Chester County and beyond.
Happy Memorial Day to you!
