Things to Do in Bucks County This Weekend: October 9-11, 2026
Published October 8, 2026 - Updated October 8, 2026
By John Smart (Smarty), A.I. Certified Agent™ with eXp Realty
Bucks County runs on fall this weekend, October 9-11, 2026: Peddler's Village OctoberFeast in Lahaska, more than 150 scarecrows lining the village pathways, Shady Brook Farm's FallFest in Yardley, a car, truck and big rig show in Quakertown, and live music at the Newtown and Sellersville theaters. Every event below was verified against official event pages, venue sites and local news, with the town, venue, days, times and cost written out so you can plan your weekend.
Saturday & Sunday: OctoberFeast and Farm Festivals
Peddler's Village OctoberFeast
Town: Lahaska
Venue: Peddler's Village, 2400 Street Road
When: Saturday, October 10 and Sunday, October 11, 11 AM-6 PM
Cost: Free admission and parking; food and drink pay-as-you-go
The 10th annual OctoberFeast brings Oktoberfest-inspired German food, live brass bands and a beer garden to the village, with family activities like jugglers and pumpkin painting; details are on the Peddler's Village OctoberFeast page.
Scarecrows in the Village
Town: Lahaska
Venue: Peddler's Village brick pathways
When: Daily through October 26
Cost: Free
More than 150 whimsical scarecrows line the village's brick pathways in this long-running autumn display; visitors can vote for their favorites. See the Scarecrows in the Village page.
Shady Brook Farm FallFest
Town: Yardley
Venue: Shady Brook Farm, 931 Stony Hill Road
When: Through Friday, October 30, 2026
Cost: Date-based tickets, roughly $20-$35
The farm's signature fall festival offers 25+ attractions including pumpkin picking, a giant corn maze, wagon rides and apple picking, with festive food and live music on weekends; see the Shady Brook Farm FallFest page for hours and tickets.
Saturday, October 10: A Car Show in Quakertown
East Penn Modifiers & Quakertown Farmers Market Fall Car, Truck & Big Rig Show
Town: Quakertown
Venue: Quakertown Farmers Market, 201 Station Road
When: Saturday, October 10, 9 AM-2 PM
Cost: Free to attend
East Penn Modifiers and the Quakertown Farmers Market host a fall car, truck and big rig show with classic and modern vehicles on display; check the show listing for details.
Live Music at the County's Historic Theaters
Newtown Theatre
Town: Newtown
Venue: Newtown Theatre, 120 North State Street
When: Friday, October 9, 8 PM: An Evening with Tom Rush; Saturday, October 10, 8 PM: Double Duran, a tribute to Duran Duran; Sunday, October 11, 3 PM: "I Love That Song!" with The One Hit Wonderers
Cost: Ticketed shows
One of the oldest operating movie theaters in the country hosts three distinct shows this weekend; see the Newtown Theatre events page for tickets.
Sellersville Theater 1894
Town: Sellersville
Venue: Sellersville Theater 1894, 24 W. Temple Avenue
When: Thursday, October 8, 8 PM: An Evening with Jake Shimabukuro; Friday, October 9, 8 PM: Hollywood Nights, the Bob Seger Experience
Cost: Ticketed shows
The ukulele virtuoso Jake Shimabukuro opens the weekend Thursday, and the Bob Seger tribute plays Friday night; see the Sellersville Theater schedule.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's happening in Bucks County this weekend, October 9-11, 2026?
The headline is Peddler's Village OctoberFeast in Lahaska on Saturday and Sunday, with German food, brass bands and a beer garden. Shady Brook Farm's FallFest continues in Yardley, a car, truck and big rig show runs Saturday in Quakertown, and the Newtown and Sellersville theaters host live music all weekend.
What can families do in Bucks County this weekend?
Peddler's Village OctoberFeast includes family activities like jugglers and pumpkin painting, the Scarecrows in the Village display is free and strollable, and Shady Brook Farm's FallFest offers pumpkin picking, wagon rides and a giant corn maze.
Are there any free events in Bucks County this weekend?
Yes. Peddler's Village OctoberFeast has free admission and parking, the Scarecrows in the Village display is free, and the Quakertown car, truck and big rig show is free to attend. Shady Brook Farm's FallFest and the theater shows charge admission.
What festivals are happening in Bucks County this weekend?
Peddler's Village OctoberFeast runs Saturday and Sunday in Lahaska, and Shady Brook Farm's FallFest runs through the end of October in Yardley. The Scarecrows in the Village display is on view daily through October 26.
Smarty's Pick: Peddler's Village OctoberFeast
My pick for Bucks County this weekend is Peddler's Village OctoberFeast on Saturday or Sunday, 11 AM-6 PM in Lahaska. It is free to enter, runs both days, and pairs German food and brass bands with the village's 150+ scarecrows for one easy, family-friendly outing. Come for the music, stay for the pumpkin painting, and wander the scarecrow-lined pathways while you are there.
A Note on Plans: Confirm Before You Go
Event times, parking, vendors and ticket prices can shift as the weekend gets closer, so confirm details with each organizer before you head out. A quick check of the official event pages linked above is the best way to avoid a closed gate or a sold-out entry window.
Make a Weekend of It: Scout a Neighborhood
Festival weekends are also a great time to explore a town you might call home. Notice how the streets feel, whether parking is easy, and whether the shops and restaurants match your routine. For honest, local guidance on which communities fit your wish list, schedule a chat with Smarty, and compare the rest of the region in our Philadelphia Region weekend guide.
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