entertainment : festivals
101st Annual Bethlehem Bach FestivalBach Choir of Bethlehem
May 2-3; May 8-10
Lehigh University
For the 101st Bach Festival, The Bach Choir of Bethlehem will be host for the first time to the biennial meeting of the American Bach Society (May 8-10), exploring the theme of "Bach and the Oratorio Tradition." Whether you are a long-time supporter or a first-time visitor, join the thousands of Bach lovers who will come to Bethlehem from across the nation and beyond to enjoy the music and conversation as our second century continues.
Call 888-743-3100.
Celtic Classic - The Largest Highland Games and Festival in North America
Celtic Cultural Alliance
Sep 26-28
Historic Downtown Bethlehem
In its 21st year, Celtic Classic is a celebration of Celtic culture and heritage presented on Historic Bethlehem's festival grounds, along the banks of Monocacy Creek. Celtic Classic features authentic food and wares, invitational Pipe Band and Drum Major competitions, Irish and Highland dancers, the best in local, national and international Celtic music, and the U.S. National Highland Games Championships. Volunteer positions available.
Call (610) 868-9599.
Harvest Festival
Historic Bethlehem's Main Street
Oct 4
Harvest Festival celebrates both the past and the present of Historic Downtown Bethlehem. From the morning produce market to the evening entertainment in the Beer Garden, under the big tent, Main Street comes alive with something for everyone. Visit www.bethlehemharvestfestival.com or call 1-800-360-8687.
Just Desserts Festival
SouthSide Bethlehem
Oct 11, 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Bethlehem, PA
A NIGHT TO INDULGE! Stroll along SouthSide Bethlehem's luminaria lit 3rd & 4th streets, enjoying live entertainment and sampling over 30 delectable desserts!
Musikfest
Historic Downtown Bethlehem
Aug. 1 - 5-11 p.m.; Aug. 2-10 - noon-11 p.m.
Enjoy more than 500 musical performances on 14 indoor and outdoor stages throughout downtown Bethlehem as Musikfest celebrates its 25th Anniversary with "The Art of Musik." The 10-day musical extravaganza also features a wide variety of food, children's activities, visual arts and crafts and a closing-night fireworks display. New attractions include the Lyrikplatz singer-songwriter stage and the Art of Musik Workshop Series at Moravian College's Peter Hall. For more information, call 610-332-FEST or visit www.fest.org.
PIRATE PALOOZA II and Habitat for Humanity
Sand Island
Jun 6-8
Main Street & River Street, Bethlehem, PA
Come 'party with a purpose' for three-days at Sand Island West, Bethlehem with James "Sunny Jim" White, Jimmy and Jimmy Jr. of Jimmy and The Parrots, Tall Paul and Crawdaddy and The John Frinzi Band - all celebrating the music and sound of Jimmy Buffett. This second annual Valley-wide tropical music concert will benefit Habitat Lehigh Valley and Warren County Habitat for Humanity to give a hand up, not a hand out to hardworking local families and those still affected by Hurricane Katrina and Rita. A variety of ticket options available: Friday - $10 per person, 2 for $15; Saturday $25 per person, in advance - $30 at the door; Sunday "Song Writers in the Round" Jam Session - $15. More information availible at www.PiratePaloozaWeekend.com
Call 610-865-7081.
The 2nd Annual Winter Classic: A Gathering of the Celts
Celtic Cultural Alliance
Mar 1-2
Bethlehem, PA
Kick off the St. Patrick's Day season with the 2nd Annual Winter Classic! All of the sights and sounds of Celtic Classic, the largest Highland Games and Festival in North America, brought indoors for two days at Rauch Field House, in the beautiful Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.
Two days of continuous Celtic music and dance, pipe band performances, Highland athletic demonstrations, , the finest of Celtic craft merchants, and of course, a wide selection of traditional Celtic food and beer.
A perfect way to throw off the last of winter and welcome spring, the Winter Classic is something not to be missed! See our website at www.celticfest.org for more information.
Call (610) 868-9599.
