Kids of all ages will find things to see and do in the Lehigh Valley , and parents won ’ t have to worry about breaking the bank ! Race down rollercoasters at Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom . Create your next piece of artwork at the Crayola Experience . Uncover the science of how things work at the Da Vinci Science Center and see animals from all over the world at the Lehigh Valley Zoo .
The Lehigh Valley ’ s historic Moravian Bethlehem , a National Historic Landmark District nominated to the UNESCO World Heritage List , preserves a historically rich and culturally significant way of life for over 300 years . For a dose of culture , tour facilities including the Allentown Art Museum ( which is free !), the National Museum of Industrial History , and the C . F . Martin & Co . Guitar Museum .
Whether you ’ re looking to explore on foot , by bike , or via the water , the Lehigh Valley offers an unparalleled outdoor recreation scene . Don ’ t miss the Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor which spans 165 miles of rail trails , 48 of them passing through the Lehigh Valley .
in arts and culture , and explore the great outdoors with an impressive lineup of parks , trails , and waterways .
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Discover a place with the vibrancy of your favorite Crayola colors , the soundtrack of your favorite Martin Guitar riff , and the romance of historic covered bridges . Steeped in pre- Colonial , early-American , and industrial history , the Lehigh Valley is bursting with nationally recognized events , exciting nightlife , adventurous outdoor activities , and modern and contemporary arts — not what you ’ d expect from a place that is also home to rolling hills and calming countrysides .
From the magic of the holiday season to food-centric celebrations , the Lehigh Valley has a festival to fit all tastes . Mark your calendars for annual favorites including Blues Brews & Barbecue , Musikfest , Lehigh Valley Pride , the Wheels of Time Hot Rod Jamboree , Great Allentown Fair , PA Bacon Fest , Christkindlmarkt , and more . On top of these large-scale festivals , you ’ ll find upwards of 50 events happening each weekend throughout the region , ensuring that there ’ s always fun to be had !
From fresh produce at area farmers markets to James Beardnominated restaurants , the food scene in the Lehigh Valley is flourishing . With multiple farmers markets throughout the Lehigh Valley , including a number of year-round offerings , you ’ ll always have fresh , local produce within reach . The local flavors extend beyond foodie-favorite restaurants , with a booming craft beverage scene of nearly 50 makers of wine , beer , and distilled spirits . The Lehigh Valley is recognized as an American Viticultural Area and features internationally acclaimed winemakers who are revitalizing Old World styles in the hillsides of the region .
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The Lehigh Valley marks the path for athletes looking to hit the major leagues . Catch the Lehigh Valley IronPigs , Triple-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies , in action at Coca-Cola Park . During the winter months , head indoors to the PPL Center for a hockey game starring the Lehigh Valley Phantoms , the AHL affiliate of the Philadelphia Flyers . Watch Olympic hopefuls speed around the banked track at the Valley Preferred Cycling Center , one of the top destinations in the world for track cycling .
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