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Peddler’s Village Will Host Annual Peach Festival on August 5 and 6

Donnella Tilery Editor

Lahaska, PA — Peddler’s Village, a countryside shopping, dining, lodging, and family entertainment destination in the heart of historic Bucks County, PA, will host its annual Peach Festival from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily on Saturday, August 5 and Sunday, August 6. The event will include peach pies, treats, and fritters; live music and entertainment; family activities; and shop specials. Admission and parking are free.

The festival will include:

Outdoor food and drinks from local food trucks and the Water Wheel Tent; an assortment of peach-themed food items and desserts, including pies, from the Village General Store; and cupcakes and baked goods from The Lucky Cupcake Company. Fresh local peaches will be available for purchase as will Peach Festival merchandise, t-shirts, and tote bags.

Live entertainment and performances by several regional and national musicians including Hot Club of Philadelphia; Love? Said the Commander; Vintage Vibe; Rendition; and Nikki Briar Trio. Family-friendly performances will include the Pirates of Fortune’s Folly, Lolly Hopwood, Ridiculous Nicholas, and a magic show by Keith Crabbs.
Sidewalk sales at more than a dozen Peddler’s Village shops, including: Artisans Gallery; Best Gift Idea Ever; Body Language Company; The Celtic Rose; Chico’s; Colt’s Sports Collectibles; Cotton Company; Fox and Holly; JaZams; Lace Silhouettes Lingerie; Lahaska Bookshop; The Lucky Cupcake Company; Pieces; Pine Wreath and Candle; Sunflowers; Tempus Cards & Gifts; The Mole Hole; The Soap Opera Company; Village Outfitters.

Throughout August, Peddler’s Village restaurants and eateries will be offering peach-inspired food and drink specials, and outdoor concession stands, including the Water Wheel Tent, will be offering peach-infused specials on weekends.

Stories in Sand*, a summer-long display featuring larger-than-life sand sculptures of beloved childhood stories and characters, will continue through August 31. Village guests can experience beach vibes in Bucks County by viewing magnificent sand sculptures, playing in toy-filled sand boxes, and learning the art of sand sculpting at sand sculpture workshops. Peddler’s Village will be hosting a Winnie-the-Pooh Family Brunch on Sunday, August 13 (reservations required), while shops are presenting free Storytime Saturdays through the remainder of the sand sculpture display.

This fall, Peddler’s Village will be celebrating its 44th annual Scarecrows in the Village competition and display with a Scarecrow Kickoff Weekend on Saturday, September 16 and Sunday, September 17 from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Philadelphia-area residents and organizations are invited to participate in the annual competition by submitting a scarecrow creation for a chance to win cash prizes. The Scarecrows in the Village display begins September 11 and ends October 29.

For more information about the Peach Festival or other upcoming events, visit PeddlersVillage.com. To inquire about Peach Festival or fall events sponsorships, contact Christine Hensel Triantos at ctriantos@peddlersvillage.com.

*Stories in Sand is funded in part by the Bucks County Tourism Grant Program.

Peddler’s Village

Peddler’s Village is a 42-acre shopping, dining, lodging, and family entertainment destination in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, that features graceful 18th-century-style buildings, lush gardens, and winding brick walkways. As one of Pennsylvania’s premier attractions, the site draws more than two million visitors each year. Its historical storybook setting includes 60-plus distinctive retail shops, seven restaurants, the 66-room Golden Plough Inn, and the Giggleberry Fair indoor family fun center. Peddler’s Village hosts numerous year-round festivals and seasonal events for the public, and is a popular site for weddings, corporate events, reunions, picnics, birthdays, and holiday parties.

Peddler’s Village is located in the heart of Bucks County in Lahaska, Pennsylvania, just 40 miles north of Philadelphia and 80 miles southwest of New York City. For more information, visit PeddlersVillage.com or call 215-794-4000.