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The Weekend: Peach Festival, Fiddler on the Roof

Are you looking to get out in the Delaware Valley this weekend? Check out these events talking place across the Greater Philly area this weekend.

Peach Festival at Linvilla Orchard

  • When: Saturday, August 3, starting at 8 a.m.
  • Where: 137 W Knowlton Road, Media

What:  You'll all be able to pick your own fresh, delicious peaches and fill a box with as many as you can carry at the Linvilla Peach Festival on Saturday. The day is filled with family fun, with costumed characters to entertain the kids and live music performed by Makin' Music. Get a full rundown of the event here.

Fiddler on the Roof

  • When: Opening Friday, August 2 at 7:30 p.m. More showtimes here.
  • Where: Upper Darby Performing Arts Center

What: "Fiddler on the Roof" has captured the hearts of audiences all over the world with its universal story and unforgettable music. Set in 1906 in Russia, "Fiddler" tells the story of Tevye, a father who is trying to hold onto his family and traditions as the world changes around him. It parallels many of the struggles going on in our society today. Its music has become part of the fabric of our culture. Check out more on the UD production here.

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Victory Beer's BrewBQ

  • When: Saturday, August 3, noon to 4 p.m.
  • Where: 1300 Vally Creek Road, Downingtown

What: Victory Beer is sponsoring an outdoor eat-and-drink event, featuring a beer garden, a "brewpub on wheels" barbecue classes and live music. Food and drink will be on sale, but people can bring their own brews if they like. Get the full rundown here.

Blackstar Film Festival

  • When: August 1 through 4
  • Where: Philadelphia

What: The Blackstar Film Festival is "four day celebration showcasing artistically innovated and genre-deyfing films by and about the global black experience, according to Philly's write-up of the event. Get the full rundown of the dates and times here.

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