This weekend in Smyrna, DE

Experience the annual October Delaware Train Show at the Nur Shrine Center, where more than 150 tables showcase vintage and collectible trains, slot cars, and a working layout. An early buyer hour is available with $10 admission, and general admission is $5. Children under 12 attend for free.

The New Castle Saturday Market will include a participant encouraging visitors to let their imagination bloom.

The 9th annual Maryland All-Day Singing from The Shenandoah Harmony brings together shape-note singers for a full day of music at St. Davids Epsicopal Church in Baltimore. Continuing the tradition of the Baltimore-Washington Shenandoah Harmony All-Day Singing, it has been renamed and refocused as a roaming Maryland-based gathering that welcomes participants from Maryland, D.C., Virginia, Pennsylvania, and beyond. Expect community-led singing with no rehearsals, no audience, and no cost, just voices raised together in harmony. A potluck dinner on the grounds invites bringing a dish to share. There is also a Valley Pocket Harmonist Sing at Four Hour Day Lutherie.

Celebrate fall at the YMCA Pumpkin Dash 5K, a family friendly outing at Glasgow Park. The course welcomes both competitive runners and those who prefer a relaxed walk. Go for a fast finish or take your time and enjoy the autumn scenery. Every fitness level is welcome.

At the Biggs Museum of American Art, families can drop in for a free studio experience that makes it easy to get creative together, connect, and have fun. Hands-on projects are guided by themes drawn from art, history, and culture, with each installment reflecting current exhibitions or timely topics. People of all ages can explore engaging activities that encourage personal expression.

Explore nature-themed drop-in activities at the Nature Education Center, featuring fun, informal learning that encourages engagement with the natural world. There is no fee, and no registration is required. All ages are welcome.

A tongue-in-cheek runway celebrates the highs and lows of online shopping with a debut Temu and Shein fashion show that spotlights both perfect finds and the not-so-accurate arrivals. Expect categories like Best Outfit Under $50, Best Outfit Under $75, Under $20 Challenge, Looked Better Online, Best Accessories, and Most Unique. Participants take the PAFB stage while judges and the crowd weigh in on everything from pitch-perfect styling to looks that missed the mark. Event guidelines keep things playful and fair. Except for the Best Accessories category, everything visible should be from Temu or Shein, and a website photo or receipt is requested, especially in the budget-focused entries. Outfits should remain generally family friendly to keep the laughs coming. There is plenty of time to source a look, and those cautious about ordering can consider using a prepaid card. The audience gets in on the action with Price Is Right style guessing games and voting for Crowd Favorite. The brewery will be pouring beer, hard cider, and hard soda on tap, and food will be available, with the food truck to be announced. An MC with witty commentary and confident stage presence is also being sought. Be ready for a first edition that sets the tone, with imitators likely to follow in 30 to 60 business days.

Experience a complimentary docent led tour that spotlights signature works from the Biggs Museum’s permanent collection. Paintings, sculpture, furniture, silver, and more trace centuries of American creativity as the guide shares context and deeper insights. Learn about the background, meaning, and importance of selected artworks. Welcoming to newcomers and longtime art fans, this visit offers an engaging way to connect with the collection.

At Vera Art Studio, create a Turkish mosaic lamp in an interactive class. No prior experience is required, and an instructor leads you through designing with colorful tiles while all supplies are included. Enjoy a complimentary cup of Turkish tea as you work, then head home with a finished lamp made by you. Expect about 2 to 3 hours. The studio uses high-quality materials to support a great crafting experience, and every attendee completes a take-home piece. If fewer than four people are enrolled, participants may be contacted up to 24 hours in advance to reschedule.

Back for its annual visit to Port Richmond’s Powers Park, this free, family friendly evening brings live music from the Class of 84. Powers Park is teaming up with the group to present a concert sponsored by the Powers Park Conservancy. Attendees are encouraged to wear their favorite 80’s outfits and enjoy a night of live music.

Families in Delaware with children from birth through age five can sign up to receive a free, age-appropriate book by mail each month, regardless of family income. This initiative is led by former Delaware First Spouse Tracey Quillen Carney’s First Choice Initiative in collaboration with the Delaware Division of Libraries and the Delaware Library Consortium. More information is available.

At the Nur Shrine Center, this annual toy show fills two rooms with more than 175 tables of vintage and collectible toys. Early buyer admission is $15, general admission is $7, and kids under 12 get in free.

Loblolly Acres transforms into a festive pumpkin patch with plenty to explore. Wander the fields to pick a perfect pumpkin, then settle in for a scenic hayride around the farm. Kids can climb and play at the playground and meet friendly animals at the petting zoo. Each date features two live bands and a marketplace of handcrafted goods from local artisans. A lineup of food trucks offers a variety of bites, and adults can enjoy local spirits and seasonal beverages. Admission is $10 for guests three years and older, and a $20 season pass is available for entry to all Pumpkin Patch Sundays. Entry includes general access, the two live performances, the petting zoo, the playground, and the hayride. Pumpkins are sold separately. The full list of performers and vendors will be announced soon. Event proceeds support The Art Society at Loblolly Acres in bringing more arts, nature, and community to Kent County, Delaware.

An eighth annual Mid-Autumn Festival organized by NPDC, presented in connection with USA 250 and 2026. This annual celebration honors the Mid-Autumn tradition and marks another year of gathering around this seasonal holiday.

This festival marks the 79th anniversary of Pakistan’s independence at Lums Pond State Park, featuring a variety of food, vendor merchandise, activities for children and adults, and music. Tickets are $5 per person for ages 3 and up. For tickets, text Aliya at 302-465-3719, Rabia at 610-800-3811, or Samar at 267-239-1560. The gathering takes place at Pavilions 1A and 1B and the adjacent picnic area near the end of the park, past Go Ape.

Enjoy a relaxed, tea-time ambiance while discussing the monthly book selection. Guided questions keep the conversation flowing and invite readers to explore themes and motifs, including how they relate to accompanying artworks. Participation is free, and everyone is welcome. It is a friendly space to share insights, discover new perspectives, and connect with fellow book lovers.

Rise Against brings Ricochet 2026 to The Fillmore Philadelphia for a high-energy night. This concert welcomes fans of all ages. Supporting acts may change without notice. Tickets will be available to the general public, with additional presale access offered through the artist, Spotify, Citi cardmembers, and Live Nation.

Chicago-based instrumental trio Russian Circles bring their powerful, exploratory sound to Union Transfer with Pelican. Formed over two decades ago, the lineup of guitarist Mike Sullivan, drummer Dave Turncrantz, and bassist and keyboardist Brian Cook has earned a reputation for consistency and quality without leaning on hit singles. Their music blends Midwest underground grit, classic progressive rock, German motorik and kosmische rhythms, and the caustic edges of metal into a distinct voice. Their latest album, Nine, continues that evolution and was recorded with engineer Kurt Ballou, with tracking at Electrical Audio in Chicago and finishing at GodCity Studio in Salem, Massachusetts. This is an all ages show. A strict ticket limit is in place, and any order that exceeds it may be canceled without notice. For ADA assistance email UTassistance@bowerypresents.com, and for general questions email UTinfo@bowerypresents.com.