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54Events this week
5Free things to do
93New spots
91New stories

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This week in Allentown

Five picks from this week's calendar. See all 54 events, day by day →

Souper Day 2026

Friday 11am · ArtsQuest

Friday Night Commander

Friday 3pm · JNC Collectibles · Free

Bomba

Friday 6pm · Cedar Beach Park

Candlelight: Neo-Soul Favorites

Friday 6:30pm · Americus Hotel

Wreck Diver Class

Saturday 7am · Bethlehem,PA

New in Allentown

Places that opened, reopened, or earned a mention this month — the ones we'd go back to.

Chaar

Sporting Goods

Boots and a pup glow up: Chaar is the rare combo where you can grab serious work boots, cowboy boots and hats, and hiking gear, then keep your four-legged roommate stocked with food, toys, and a grooming appointment.

chaar.us ↗

PPL Center

Entertainment

Big nights, right here: From Lehigh Valley Phantoms hockey to touring acts and family shows, PPL Center is the easy pick when you want something fun without leaving town.

pplcenter.com ↗

Allentown’s best businesses

Every spot worth knowing, in one place.

The restaurants, shops, and services the newsletter recommends, all in one place — every listing checked, and paid pins marked every time.

Browse Allentown’s best →

Most read in Allentown

The five stories Allentown readers clicked most this month, from the daily editions.

  1. Senator Nick Miller Applauds Historic $1.2 Billion Chobani Investment in Lehigh Valley

    Senator Nick Miller has praised Chobani's $1.2 billion investment in the Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania, calling it a major win for both the region and agriculture.

    Full story at pasenate.com ↗

  2. Allentown Art Museum approved for inclusion in Neighborhood Improvement Zone

    The future Allentown Art Museum has been approved by the Neighborhood Improvement Zone (ANIZDA), the body that governs Allenttown's special taxing district.

    Full story at wfmz.com ↗

  3. Allentown official gives update on work to rehabilitate oldest bridge in Lehigh County

    Allentown, Pennsylvania, has restarted the rehabilitation of the oldest bridge in the county, Bogert's Covered Bridge.

    Full story at wfmz.com ↗

  4. Brü Daddy’s brewpub closes, McCall Collective sets opening days in downtown Allentown

    The Brü Daddy's Brewing Co. has closed its doors in Allentown, making way for McCall Collective Brewing Co., set to open in downtown Allenttown in 2019.

    Full story at mcall.com ↗

  5. 'Ton of fun': JCC of the Lehigh Valley teaches tile game experiencing boom across America

    JCC of the Lehigh Valley in Allentown, Pennsylvania, is teaching mahjong classes and tournaments.

    Full story at wfmz.com ↗

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