Explore West Chester's Dark Medical History on this Fascinating Walking Tour In the early 1800s West Chester billed itself as elegant and healthful, but the reality was very different. Cholera, typhoid, diphtheria, rabies, and smallpox struck fear into every West Cestrian's heart. Treatments were almost worse than the diseases–bloodletting, blistering, and mercury were common practices. […]
Knight of the Living Dead Zombie 5K and Kids Fun Run Celebrate the Halloween season with a fun (and spooky) community run at Rustin High School! Choose your adventure: dodge zombies in the 5K or let the kids enjoy a zombie-free Fun Run on the football track. 5K Zombie Run: Race through the school campus […]
Halloween Rails & Ales Evening Train Ride Join the West Chester Historic Railroad for a festive Halloween-themed evening train ride with a "Rails & Ales" twist! This seasonal celebration combines nostalgia with autumn fun. Enjoy pumpkin painting, live music, s'mores, and other seasonal activities while riding through the scenic Chester County countryside. It's a unique […]
The West Chester Halloween Parade is the most spellbinding event of the season! Grab a costume and bring the whole family out for a night of fun on Sunday, October 26th at 1pm. The parade will start at the intersection of Church Street & Market Street and do a loop around the downtown. Candy stations […]