There is so much to do year round in the Poconos, so stay with us season after season. Below are just some of the things going on in the Pocono area .
~~~~~ SUMMER ~~~~~
June, July & August
All things great and small to do in the Poconos: horseback riding,
water parks, golfing and golf courses, whitewater rafting, Nature and Hiking, Tennis, Skiing, skating and more. Enjoy the beautiful State and National Parks for all of these and many more activities.
For more information go to www.800poconos.com
http://www.nps.gov/dewa/planyourvisit/delaware-river-parks.htm
Treat the Kids!
Shawnee Place Play & Water Park Opens June 21! Play Elements, Water slides, Daily Shows! www.shawneemt.com/
Camelbeach Waterpark
planned activities all year long
Beg. of June
For information go to www.camelbeach.com
Pocono 500 Sprint Cup Race Weekend
June 8th 2008
Pocono Raceway
For more information go to www.poconoraceway.com
The Pocono Mountain Bluegrass Festival,
Newfoundland, PA
June 19th -22 2008
Hosted by the BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN BOYS , has featured bands from Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, Maryland and Oklahoma.
The G.D.S. Fairgrounds, located in Newfoundland, Pa., just minutes south of Lake Wallenpaupak and Rt. I-84 on Rts 191 & 507, provides a perfect background to the Pocono Mountain Bluegrass Festival. For more information go to www.gdsfair.com
The 18th Annual Great Tastes of Pennsylvania Wine and Food Festival
June 21st and 22nd, 2008
Split Rock Resort & Golf Club
For more information go to www.splitrockresort.com
Shawnee Celtic Festival
June 28 & 29
NEW for 2008! 2 Days of Music, Dance, Crafts, Foods, Drink & Fun! Non-Stop Music!
Irish & Scottish Dancers!
Bagpipers & Parade!
Celtic & Fiddlers Jam!
Celtic Wizard & Juggler!
Working Sheep Dogs!
9 Bands on 3 Stages!
Foods, Crafts, Vendors!
For more information go to www.shawneemt.com
POCONOS KIDZ FEST
July 5th & 6th
Child related Exhibits & Demonstrations including, Special Costume Guests, Games, Workshops & Shows, Product Sampling and Food Vendors, plus Shawnee Place. This event benefits the Pocono Family YMCA. Special Low Admission for this weekend.
For more information go to www.shawneemt.com
ANNUAL SHAWNEE VOL. FIRE COMPANY FIREWORKS
July 5th & 6th
Musical Entertainment, Food & Novelty Vendors, Full 1/2 hour Show - Best Display in the Poconos! Fireworks at dusk. Parking Fee of $10.00 per car load benefits the SHAWNEE VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY
For more information go to www.shawneemt.com
17th ANNUAL POCONO BLUES - July 25, 26, & 27, 2008 at Big Boulder Ski AreaDon't miss this must attend event with 20 National Recording Artists nominated for 14 2008 Blues Music Awards! Headlining Bobby Rush, Sugar Pie DeSanto, and Jimmy McCracklin.
Go to www.jfbb.com for more information
Pennsylvania 500
August 3rd 2008
Pocono Raceway
For more information go to www.poconoraceway.com
The Pocono Mountains Film Festival is a five-day fun filled festival located in the beautiful Pocono Mountains
August 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, and 10th 2008 @ Mount Airy Casino Resort
The Pocono Mountains Film Festival is NOW Accepting
Film and Screenplay Submissions for
Our 2008 Independent Film & Screenplay Competition
For more information go to www.poconomountainsfilmfestival.com
The Pocono State Crafts Festival
August 23 and 24, 2008
Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm
Stroudsburg, PA.
www.poconocrafts.com
2nd Annual Tribute Fest
Saturday, August 30, 2008
Come enjoy the Second Annual Tribute Fest at Big Boulder Ski Area on Saturday,August 30, 2008 to include some of the best tribute bands in the nation! The one day event will feature music, vendors, and fireworks!
Mark your Calendars for Saturday August 30th as The Top Tribute Bands In The Country & music fans from The Mid Atlantic States will once again come to Big Boulder Ski Area to witness the very best tribute bands showcasing the music of U2, Aerosmith, Dave Matthews,The Allman Brothers and Bruce Springsteen followed by a spectacular fireworks show! FUN for the entire family with chairlift rides,plenty of food and beverage and several quality vendors!
Go to www.jfbb.com for more information
~~~~~ FALL ~~~~~
14th Annual Pocono Garlic Festival
Labor Day Weekend, Aug. 30 & 31, 2008 for the 2 Days of Food, Food & More Food!
Now in its 14th year, the Pocono Garlic Festival has become a Labor Day weekend “must” for thousands and thousands of people--they know a good thing when they smell it. Pocono Garlic Festival at Shawnee - tasty foods laced with Pocono-grown garlic and a variety of entertainment from blues to bluegrass.
August 30th - 31st
Shawnee Ski Area, Shawnee PA
For more information go to www.shawneemt.com
PROFESSIONAL RODEO 11th Annual -
September 27th & 28th
Shawnee Mt
Pro Cowboys competing in 5 PRCA events including: Saddle Bronc Riding, Bull Riding, Bareback Bronc Riding, Calf Roping, Team Roping and Bull Dogging. Also the Women will compete in a sanctioned Barrel Race. Rodeo begins at 2:00 pm both days. Gates open at 11:30am. Gates open at 11:30am with a Chili Cook-off. Live country band and country line dancing. Advance Discount
For more information go to www.shawneemt.com
October
Golf specials at many golf courses around the area.
The Great Pumpkin festival at Country Junction
Hayrides, corn maze, ghost town for kids, carnival & pony rides & petting zoo. For more information go to www.countryjunction.com
The Fall Foliage Festival at Jim Thorpe includes crafts, food, live music, train rides and much more.
For more information go to www.jimthorpe.org
Ghost walks in old Mauch Chunk - intriguing tales of reported ghoulish encounters and stories of historic properties & people led by a costumed Ghost Guide (not for children under 7)
Ghost tour at Jim Thorpe's Old Jail Museum. For more information go to www.theoldjailmuseum.com
Arts & Crafts Festival
Columbus Day Weekend
October 6 & 7, 2007
Arts and Crafts, chairlift rides, Ski swap, Classic car & corvette display at Jack Frost Mountain.
Artisans participating are judged by a panel of critics and will demonstrate some aspect of their craft during the show. A sampling of crafts include metal sculpture, scrimshaw, handweaving, dried floral arrangements, watercolor paintings, pottery, woodcarving, and so much more.
On both days of the festival, Big Boulder and Jack Frost Mountain Ski Schools are sponsoring a ski swap. This is a great opportunity to get ready for the upcoming snow sport season and purchase top-quality equipment for the lowest prices. Skis, poles, snowboards, and boots of all shapes and sizes will be available.
On Saturday and Sunday, car clubs from the Mid-Atlantic States will be taking part in our Fifth Annual Classic Car and Corvette Display. Check out these fabulous cars and cast your vote for "Best in Show," "Best Paint Job," and "Best Engine." You'll be amazed at the variety of makes and models available to view. Tickets Available at the Gate. Go to www.jfbb.com for more information
AUTUMN TIMBER & BALLOON FESTIVAL -3rd Annual
October 17th, 18th & 19th
Shawnee Mt
Featuring IRONJACK Timber Team Lumberjack Shows - As seen on OLN, Log Rolling, Pole Climbing, Axe and Chainsaw Competitions, Buck Sawing and More. Plus, Good Time Bands, Pig Races, Chainsaw Sculpture, Sky Diving Exhibition, Food & Beverage Vendors, Scenic Chairlift Rides and Spectacular HOT AIR BALLOONS Launches! Prime Fall Foliage Time! Friday Night Balloon Glow and Fireworks.
For more information go to www.shawneemt.com
Great Brews Of America:
Classic Beer Festival
November 22nd & 23rd
Split Rock Resort & Golf Club
The two-day indoor festival, set in the beautiful Pocono Mountains on the dates of Nov 22nd & 23rd, 2008 - 12-4pm, the Great Brews of America Beerfest will feature close to 50 of America's finest classic and micro-breweries offering tastes of their latest brews. Musical entertainment will be performed on three different stages, while crafts and artwork will be on exhibition and for sale.
For more information go to www.splitrockresort.com
~~~~~ WINTER ~~~~~
Shawnee Winter Carnival Day Sponsored by Shawnee Mountain, Coca-Cola and Budweiser Beer, this event will include fun activities open to all. Demonstrations, Ice Sculptor, vendors, product sampling, giveaways, outdoor barbeque, entertainment, apres ski party and more.
For more information go to www.shawneemt.com
Ski Areas - *Alpine Mountain Ski & Ride Center *Blue Mountain Ski Area *Camelback Mountain Resort *Big Boulder Ski Area *Jack Frost Mountain *Shawnee Mountain *Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain
You can also find snowboarding, ice skating, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, snow tubing and other activities to complete your Poconos winter vacation. Pocono skiing offers over 146 slopes and trails, whether you are an expert meeting the moguls, or a beginner gently exploring the hills. Pocono Mountains lakes also offer plenty of room for testing out your ice skating or ice fishing skills. Lake Wallenpaupack, the third largest man-made lake located entirely in Pennsylvania, offers no less than 52-miles of uninterrupted shoreline.
For more information go to www.800poconos.com
~~~~~ SPRING ~~~~~
Memorial Day weekend
April
Great Brews From Around The World:
International Beer Festival
April 12th 2008
Split Rock - indoor event featuring 30 of the world`s finest breweries, music, crafts & food offering international menus & International beer seminars
For more information go to www.splickrockresort.com
POCONO RACEWAY NASCAR
SPRINT CUP SERIES TEST
May 27-28, 2008.
Pocono Raceway
For more information go to www.poconoraceway.com
~~~~~ OPEN YEAR ROUND ~~~~~
The Crossings Premium Outlets – Shop at 100+ stores
Mohegan Sun Casino & Race Track
Carson’s Horseback Riding Stable
ATV Adventure Tours - 1200 Acre ATV Trail and Terrain Park also dirt bike friendly
Sunset Hill Shooting range
Whitewater rafting (closed in winter)
Bushkill Falls – The Niagara of Pennsylvania
American Candle Factory
For more information on these and other things to do in the Pocono’s visit www.800poconos.com