Looking for the perfect summer evening? Head to downtown Kennett Square for July’s Third Thursday: Summer Spectacular—a circus-themed celebration featuring outdoor dining, extended shopping hours, live entertainment, and free family-friendly activities.

Event Details

🗓️ Thursday, July 16
⏰ Starting at 5:30 PM
📍 State Street, Kennett Square

Parking: Free parking is available in the Linden Street Garage beginning at 5:00 PM.

All ages will find plenty of hands-on fun throughout the evening! Test your skills at the pop-up skate park, find interactive circus arts activities (6-7 PM), a hula hoop performance (7-8 PM), and be sure to have your kids bring their favorite stuffed animal to the Stuffed Animal Clinic, where the team from Cypress Veterinary Clinic will give stuffies a fun “check-up.”

🎪 Step Right Up for Circus Fun!

Starting at 5:30 PM, downtown transforms into a circus-themed playground packed with free activities for families.

Family Activities (until 8 PM)

Make Dinner Reservations

One of the highlights of Third Thursday is Dining in the Street.

To guarantee an outdoor table, be sure to make reservations directly with your favorite State Street restaurant.

Restaurants with Outdoor Street Dining

Other Dining Within The Street Closure

Inside The Market at Liberty Place

Just steps from all the festivities, you’ll also find:

Drop in Solar Observing at The Kennett Library Before Third Thursday 

Before heading to State Street, visit The Kennett Library to observe the sun. Drop in anytime between 3:00–5:00 PM to safely observe the Sun through a specialized Hydrogen-Alpha telescope and witness breathtaking solar features normally hidden from view.

Members of the Chester County Astronomical Society will be on hand with telescopes, interactive displays, and fascinating insights into solar science. Whether you’re a budding astronomer, a science enthusiast, or simply curious about the universe, this free, drop-in experience offers a rare opportunity to see the Sun in an entirely new way.

Please note: Solar observing is weather-dependent. Check the library calendar for updates before attending.

For Adults 21+

While the kids enjoy the activities, adults can enjoy:

Shop Local

Many downtown boutiques and businesses will have extended shopping hours, making Third Thursday the perfect opportunity to discover something new while supporting Kennett Square’s small businesses.