Can’t Miss Events in New Hope This Weekend
What is there to do in New Hope this week? The 21st annual 2018 Lambertville New Hope Winter Festival! Read on for the comprehensive list of all events going on in New Hope this weekend.
From now until January 28th, join in on activities the whole family will enjoy!
Multi Day Events
Soup-A-Thon
One event that will run for the duration of Winter Festival is the Second Annual Soup-A-Thon, where you can indulge in a $3 cup or $6 bowl of soup at participating restaurants.
When: JANUARY 25 – JANUARY 28, 2018
Where: Participating locations
Cost: $3 for a cup or $6 for a bowl
Fisherman's Mark Social Services Food Drive
Food and cash donations accepted at participating locations. Fisherman’s Mark Social Services fulfills both basic needs and beyond, partnering with individuals and families to break the cycle of crisis and promote self-sufficiency and wellness. They specifically work with seniors, individuals with disabilities, the local immigrant population, low income families, the unemployed and underemployed.
When: JANUARY 25 – JANUARY 28, 2018
Where: Participating locations
Cost: Food or cash donations
Gallery Crawl
This self-guided art tour enables participants to enjoy refreshments and art at their own pace, starting and ending wherever they wish. Go solo, grab your favorite arm candy or get a group together, but make sure you stroll through the river town galleries and find out why our galleries are a draw for visitors all year long.
When: JANUARY 27 & 28, 2018 from 11:00am to 6:00pm
Where: Participating Locations
Cost: Free
Marshall House Museum Tour
Home of the Lambertville Historical Society, tour the period rooms and local history exhibits of this 1814 boyhood home of the discoverer of Gold in California.
When: JANUARY 27 & 28, 2018 from 1:00pm-4:00pm
Where: 60 Bridge Street, Lambertville, NJ
Cost: Free (donations welcome)
Friday, January 26th
John Hall Band Reunion
Head over to the New Hope Winery to hear the John Hall Band Reunion! John Hall is an American musician and the founder of the band Orleans. He brings together the John Hall Band Reunion for storytelling and fantastic music. Special Guest Tickets include a Pre-concert Reception and Meet and Greet at new Hope Winery Pour House where complimentary light fare, wine and beer will be served.
When: JANUARY 26, 2018
6:00pm Optional pre-Concert Reception, 8:00pm Concert
Where: 6123 Lower York Road (Rt. 202) in New Hope, PA 18938
Cost: $50 Advance, $55 Door, $95 Special guest
Saturday, January 27th
Winter Bird Walk
Join the Bucks County Audubon Society naturalists for a guided bird walk around the BCAS property. All ages and experience levels are welcome. Bring a field guide and binoculars, or borrow theirs!
When: JANUARY 27, 2018 at 8:00am
Where: 2877 Creamery Road, New Hope, PA 18938
Cost: Free
Ballet Time
The trainee students of the Mill Ballet and select dancers from the Roxey Ballet will perform “winter” inspired pieces and work with children in the audience to choreograph a “winter” dance.
When: JANUARY 27, 2018 from 11:00am-11:45am
Where: 13 North Main Street, Lambertville, NJ 08530
2 Magical Musical Pub Crawl and After Party
Each crawl will take a group of people on a “time period” adventure where they will eat, drink, and be merry as they are educated and entertained. Locations will feature historians and theatrical performances by Music Mountain Theater performers.
Crawl #1:
-12:00pm Marsha Brown, 1:00pm Logan Inn, 2:00pm Great Barn Brewery, 3:00pm Salt House
Crawl #2:
-12:00pm Salt House, 1:00pm Marsha Brown, 2:00pm Logan Inn, 3:00pm Great Barn Brewery
The AFTER PARTY is included in the Pub Crawl Ticket or you can purchase the AFTER PARTY ticket separately. Join the Crawlers at Havana New Hope, for our famous Pub Crawl AFTER PARTY which will continue until 7:00pm! Special performance by Roxey Ballet Company and live music by Eastern Hellbenders & Karmic Repair Co. Wear your dancing shoes and come in costume to get a free drink at the after party! Free Drink Ticket for those in Costume.
When: JANUARY 27, 2018 from 12:00pm - 3:30pm
Where: Participating Locations
Cost: Pub Crawl & After Party: $50, After Party only: $20
Live Ice Carving
Watch master ice carvers ICE CONCEPTS transform a block of ice into a work of art at Triumph Brewing Company!
When: JANUARY 27, 2018 at 1:00pm
Where: 400 Union Square, New Hope, PA 18938
Cost: Free
Beef ‘n’ Brew
Combine hot roast beef sandwiches, Triumph Brews and live music for an afternoon you won’t forget. Come sing-a-long, dance, or just enjoy the company.
When: JANUARY 27, 2018 from 1:00-4:00pm
Where: 400 Union Square, New Hope, PA 18938
Cost: $40 Adults in advance, / $50 at the door $35 Under 21
Theatre Arts School of Dance & Performing Arts
Theatre Company will perform a medley of classic Broadway and Disney songs from Annie, Frozen, Sound of Music and Something Rotten TAC offers classes in Musical Theatre, Jazz, Vocal Training, Acting along with a Summer Performing Arts Camp and Workshops and performance opportunities.
When: JANUARY 27, 2018 from 1:00pm-4:00pm
Where: 13 North Main Street, Lambertville, NJ 08530
Cost: Free
New Hope Historic Walking Tour
Walking Tour of Historic New Hope featuring structures built prior to 1800. Dress for the weather and be sure to wear comfortable shoes for this, your easy 1 ¼ hour tour. Sponsored by the New Hope Historical Society.
When: JANUARY 27, 2018 from 2:00pm-3:00pm
Where: 45 S Main Street, New Hope PA 18938
Cost: Free (donations welcome)
Lambertville Historic Walking Tour
Join us for a historical tour through Lambertville. Sponsored by the Lambertville Historical Society.
When: JANUARY 27, 2018 from 2:00pm-3:10pm
Where: Cost: Free (donations welcome)
Live Ice Carving
Watch master ice carvers ICE CONCEPTS transform a block of ice into a work of art.
When: JANUARY 27, 2018 at 4:00pm
Where: 6510 Lower York Road, New Hope, PA 18938
Cost: Free
Karaoke Night
New Hope Park & Rec once again hosts “Karaoke Night”. Raffle prizes will be given out throughout the evening to audience members. Singers win prizes based on audience voting. Mayor Larry Keller will emcee the event, while DJ Rockin’ Ron will provide over 100,000 song choices. Come on out Lambertville and New Hope music lovers, singers, and those who enjoy a great show! Ticket includes dinner, dessert, and two beverages from the bar.
When: JANUARY 27, 2018 at 7:00pm
Where: : 46 North Sugan Road, New Hope, PA 18938
Cost: $50 in advance, $60 at the door
Sunday, January 28th
Live Ice Carving – Sponsored by Suez Water
Watch master ice carvers ICE CONCEPTS transform a block of ice into a work of art.
When: JANUARY 28, 2018 at 1:00pm
Where: 11 Bridge Street, Lambertville, NJ 08530
Cost: Free
Chili Cook-off
Our most popular event! Come in from the cold for our spicy hot competition, featuring some of the tastiest, tangiest and most original chili created by our finest local restaurants and accompanied by local beers.
Vote for your favorite chili in the People’s Choice Award competition and stay for our trophy presentations for this and the Judge’s Choice. The competition and the chili will be lively. Limited ticket event, so don’t delay.
When: JANUARY 28, 2018 from
Where: 400 Union Square Dr, New Hope, PA 18938
Cost: $50 Adults $45 Under 21
Canal & River Walk
Explore two historical canals across and over the Delaware River on this scenic and informative 2- mile, guided walking tour. See the lift lock and the outlet lock on New Jersey’s D&R Canal and learn how canal boats crossed the river from New Hope to Lambertville. Enjoy the river vistas while crossing the bridge to Pennsylvania, and then follow the Delaware Canal towpath south to Lock 11 and its Locktender’s House where hot chocolate and cookies will be waiting. Sponsored by the Friends of the Delaware Canal and the D&R Canal Watch.
When: JANUARY 28, 2018 from 2:00-3:00pm
Where: 11 Bridge Street, Lambertville, NJ 08530
Cost: Free (donations appreciated)