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S AND CULTURE LIVE MUSIC
For those who want to get a dose of culture this For those who can’t imagine summer without live
summer, there’s plenty to do in the Lehigh Valley. music, you’re in luck. This summer is chock full of
amazing concerts and soon-to-be-sold-out-shows.
First up, head to Bethlehem the first Friday of every
month as businesses open their doors for gallery shows, There’s also some impressive lineups including the
refreshments, and live music. For more art, check out likes of James Taylor at PPL Center July 2; The Flaming
The Allentown Art Museum’s surrealist watercolors exhibit Lips, Reba, Snoop Dogg and ZZ Top at Musikfest
by Reading native William Baziotes. Aug. 7-12; and Meghan Trainor, Def Leppard and Carrie
Underwood at the Allentown Fair Sept. 1-7.
Want to catch a show? Katie Burger, sales and
marketing representative at Discover Lehigh Valley, Outdoor music lovers should mark their calendars
suggests checking out local theaters. for music-centric events like Lehigh Valley Zoo’s Zoo
in Paradise, Musikfest and outdoor summer concerts
“Both the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival at at ArtsQuest.
DeSales University and Muhlenberg Summer Music
Theatre programs host a number of high-quality CATCH A GAME
productions over the summer months,” Burger says,
“whether you prefer musicals or plays, you’re bound to Summer and sports go together like
find a show that fits your tastes.” hot dogs and beer.
Have little ones? Burger suggests checking out Celebrate America’s pastime at a Lehigh Valley
children’s productions designed for all ages. IronPigs game this summer. From Thursday night happy
hour, a Friday Night Fireworks series and over-the-top
MNOOTVIYEOEUXRPTEYRPIEICNACLE Fourth of July celebrations, summer isn’t complete
without a visit to Coca-Cola Park in Allentown.
Movie lovers can rejoice in fun film experiences this
summer! In the mood for the classics? Don’t miss Frank Cycling more your style? Head to The Velodrome for
Banko Alehouse Cinemas’ summer movies series based exciting races all summer long.
around themes like “classic cars,” “Alfred Hitchcock’s
Birthday,” and “Sean Connery is James Bond.” And don’t SUMMER THRILLS
forget the kids! Head to Shankweilers or Becky’s drive-ins
for some old-fashioned fun under the stars. If your summer would be remiss without an
adrenaline rush, get your calendar ready. Coaster fans
SIP IN STYLE will rejoice in the dizzying heights of Dorney Park’s
monster coasters while Knoebel’s offers retro fun with
Wine fans have a busy schedule this summer old-fashioned wooden roller coasters.
between wine tastings by each vineyard and festivals.
Want to cool off? Check out “Slide the City,” a giant
For wine with a view, Ryan Hogan, director of waterslide that is coming to Allentown on Aug. 15.
marketing at Discover Lehigh Valley, suggests checking
out Lehigh Valley Wine Trail’s Wine on the Mountain Racing fan? Head to Lehigh Valley Grand Prix
Event July 25-26. for go-karting.
According to Hogan, “there’s nothing better
than relaxing with friends and a glass of local wine
on ‘The Peak’s’ outdoor deck. Plus, the live musical
entertainment just adds to the fun.”
For those who JUNE/JULY 2015 • INDULGE | 25
want to get a dose of
culture this summer,
there’s plenty to do
in the Lehigh Valley.
For those who want to get a dose of culture this For those who can’t imagine summer without live
summer, there’s plenty to do in the Lehigh Valley. music, you’re in luck. This summer is chock full of
amazing concerts and soon-to-be-sold-out-shows.
First up, head to Bethlehem the first Friday of every
month as businesses open their doors for gallery shows, There’s also some impressive lineups including the
refreshments, and live music. For more art, check out likes of James Taylor at PPL Center July 2; The Flaming
The Allentown Art Museum’s surrealist watercolors exhibit Lips, Reba, Snoop Dogg and ZZ Top at Musikfest
by Reading native William Baziotes. Aug. 7-12; and Meghan Trainor, Def Leppard and Carrie
Underwood at the Allentown Fair Sept. 1-7.
Want to catch a show? Katie Burger, sales and
marketing representative at Discover Lehigh Valley, Outdoor music lovers should mark their calendars
suggests checking out local theaters. for music-centric events like Lehigh Valley Zoo’s Zoo
in Paradise, Musikfest and outdoor summer concerts
“Both the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival at at ArtsQuest.
DeSales University and Muhlenberg Summer Music
Theatre programs host a number of high-quality CATCH A GAME
productions over the summer months,” Burger says,
“whether you prefer musicals or plays, you’re bound to Summer and sports go together like
find a show that fits your tastes.” hot dogs and beer.
Have little ones? Burger suggests checking out Celebrate America’s pastime at a Lehigh Valley
children’s productions designed for all ages. IronPigs game this summer. From Thursday night happy
hour, a Friday Night Fireworks series and over-the-top
MNOOTVIYEOEUXRPTEYRPIEICNACLE Fourth of July celebrations, summer isn’t complete
without a visit to Coca-Cola Park in Allentown.
Movie lovers can rejoice in fun film experiences this
summer! In the mood for the classics? Don’t miss Frank Cycling more your style? Head to The Velodrome for
Banko Alehouse Cinemas’ summer movies series based exciting races all summer long.
around themes like “classic cars,” “Alfred Hitchcock’s
Birthday,” and “Sean Connery is James Bond.” And don’t SUMMER THRILLS
forget the kids! Head to Shankweilers or Becky’s drive-ins
for some old-fashioned fun under the stars. If your summer would be remiss without an
adrenaline rush, get your calendar ready. Coaster fans
SIP IN STYLE will rejoice in the dizzying heights of Dorney Park’s
monster coasters while Knoebel’s offers retro fun with
Wine fans have a busy schedule this summer old-fashioned wooden roller coasters.
between wine tastings by each vineyard and festivals.
Want to cool off? Check out “Slide the City,” a giant
For wine with a view, Ryan Hogan, director of waterslide that is coming to Allentown on Aug. 15.
marketing at Discover Lehigh Valley, suggests checking
out Lehigh Valley Wine Trail’s Wine on the Mountain Racing fan? Head to Lehigh Valley Grand Prix
Event July 25-26. for go-karting.
According to Hogan, “there’s nothing better
than relaxing with friends and a glass of local wine
on ‘The Peak’s’ outdoor deck. Plus, the live musical
entertainment just adds to the fun.”
For those who JUNE/JULY 2015 • INDULGE | 25
want to get a dose of
culture this summer,
there’s plenty to do
in the Lehigh Valley.
