Scarecrow Festival
From publicly posted calendar Checked Aug 9, 2026
About this event
One of 59 upcoming events at Peddler’s Village, and 3,245 across Philadelphia.
Celebrate fall, pumpkins… and plenty of scarecrows! Scarecrow Festival on Saturday & Sunday, September 19 & 20 is a weekend of fall family fun including scarecrow-making workshops, pumpkin painting, live musical entertainment, and children’s activities. The event hours are 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. on both days. Peddler’s Village shops will be open until 8 p.m. on Saturday. Admission and parking are free. Event is rain or shine. While you’re enjoying the weekend, stroll around to see Scarecrows in the Village, a showcase of over 150 creative and colorful scarecrows designed by members of the public, now in its 47th year! The scarecrows are on outdoor display from Monday, September 7 through Sunday, October 26. Presenting sponsor: Trenton Ironhawks Scarecrow-Making Workshops September 19, 20, 26 Construct a life-size scarecrow to take home. You will be provided with step-by-step instructions, plenty of straw, and a pre-made kit containing clothing, and decorations. Click here to learn more. Reserve your space today: workshops fill up quickly! Presenting sponsor Thank you to our sponsors