Safari In The Sand

For the fourth consecutive year, Peddler’s Village, a countryside shopping, dining, lodging, and family entertainment destination in the heart of historic Bucks County, PA, will host a summer-long, Village-wide display featuring larger-than-life sand sculptures. Free and open to the public from June 1 through August 31, Safari in Sand will showcase several magnificent sculptures created by world-renowned master sand sculptors. The sand sculptures, all of which are due to be completed by June 1 (weather depending), will feature safari animals including elephants, rhinoceros, lions, gorillas, and more. The large sand sculptures will be complemented by several smaller sand sculptures as well as sandboxes designed for play. In mid-May, Peddler’s Village guests will have the opportunity to watch sand sculpting teams in turn as they apply their artistic and technical skills to create magnificent sand sculptures on the property. 

During the summer-long display, guests can pick up a field guide from the Visitor & Event Center to begin a self-guided educational adventure. Children who complete the field guide scavenger hunt will receive a prize. Guests 18 years or older are also invited to enter an overnight stay giveaway which includes a one-night stay at the Golden Plough Inn, the on-property inn at Peddler’s Village, breakfast for two, and a $150 dining gift card. Winners will be announced monthly.

The sculpture creation phase will span a total of two weeks. As in previous year, the sculptures will be created by two award-winning teams: Team Sandtastic, based in Florida, and John Gowdy and Laura Gowdy, based in New Jersey. Financial support for this year’s Safari in Sand display has been provided in part by Bucks County and Visit Bucks County through the Bucks County Tourism Grant Program* as well as by sponsors that include Fred Beans Automotive Group, The Lucky Cupcake Company, Pieces, Sticky Situations, and Nina’s Waffles and Ice Cream

Peddler’s Village will be open every day this summer. Related Safari in Sand events will be shared on PeddlersVillage.com and on Peddler’s Village Facebook and Instagram accounts. 

In addition to the sand-themed activities, Peddler’s Village will also present this summer many other events, including:

  • Best of the Nest: Birdhouse Competition & Display through June 8. View 60+ handmade birdhouses on display for the 2nd annual Best of the Nest.
  • Bucks Fever Tunes at Noon from 12:00-1:00 p.m. on Fridays through August 29. Grab a bite to eat from one of the many restaurants and eateries and enjoy live music on the Village Green, presented in partnership with the Central Bucks Chamber of Commerce.
  • Food Truck Thursdays from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. on May 22, June 19, July 24, August 21, and September 18. Bring your friends and family for an evening of great food and fun on Giggleberry Green. Free admission. 
  • Murder Mystery Dinners  at 7:00 p.m. on June 14 and June 27. Enjoy an interactive mystery dinner theaters presented in partnership with The Murder Mystery Co.  
  • Coast to Coast Wine Dinner at Earl’s New American at 6:30 p.m. on June 12. Join Earl’s New American for an exceptional evening of wine and food exploration. This is a casual and lively evening limited to 45 guests. Tickets and reservations required.
  • Bucks Fever Art & Sculpture Exhibition from June 12 through July 6. The exhibition, in partnership with the Central Bucks Chamber of Commerce, will feature a wide range of artistic styles and prize-winning pieces, many of which will be for sale. Free admission. Open daily during shopping hours at the Visitor & Event Center.
  • Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival presents Much Ado About Nothing  at 3:00 p.m. on June 14 and 15. As part of its “Play On!” community touring program, the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival (PSF) will be presenting William Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing! Free admission. 
  • Comedy in the Village at 8:00 p.m. on June 20. Three hilarious comedians take the stage for Comedy in the Village. This is a ticketed event and reservations are required. Mature humor, for adults 18+ only. 
  • Bucks Fever Talent Show from 4:00 – 6:30 p.m. on June 21. Performers of all ages will showcase their skills and compete for prizes, including the grand prize of $3,000. Musicians, singers, dancers, comedians, and others are invited to enter by May 28. The talent show is a ticketed event and is presented in partnership with the Central Bucks Chamber of Commerce.
  • Red, White, and Blue BBQ Bash from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on July 4. Celebrate the Fourth of July at Peddler’s Village! Our Red, White, and Blueberries BBQ Bash takes place on Friday, July 4th and will feature live entertainment, family activities, a watermelon-eating contest, and blueberry-themed barbeque favorites. Free admission (with pay-as-you-go food). 
  • Santa’s Summer Holiday from July 24 through July 27. Santa is returning to Peddler’s Village, but this time, for his summer vacation! Santa and Mrs. Claus will be making special appearances throughout Peddler’s Village during their holiday. Guests will have the opportunity to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus as well as enjoy special photo opportunities and events including a Safari Party featuring pay-as-you-go tropical-themed food, drinks, and entertainment on Friday, July 25. Additional details will be shared to Peddler’s Village website and social media pages.
  • Dueling Pianos & Desserts from 8:00 p.m. on July 25. Enjoy a rousing dueling pianos performance by New York-based pianists and a delicious array of desserts prepared by the Cock ‘n Bull’s pastry chef. This is a ticketed event and reservations are required.
  • Peach Festival from 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. on August 2 and 3. Peach Festival will feature live entertainment, family activities, outdoor food and drinks, peach-themed specials and treats, a sidewalk sale, in-store specials, and more. All month long, Village guests can enjoy peach-inspired food and drink specials at restaurants, eateries, and tasting rooms. Free admission.

 *Safari in Sand is funded in part by Visit Bucks County, the official tourism promotion agency for Bucks County, PA, through its Bucks County Tourism Grant Program in partnership with the County of Bucks. 

Peddler’s Village 

Peddler’s Village is a 42-acre shopping, dining, lodging, and family entertainment destination in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, that features graceful 18th-century-style buildings, lush gardens, and winding brick walkways. As one of Pennsylvania’s premier attractions, the site draws more than two million visitors each year. Its historical storybook setting includes 60-plus distinctive retail shops, seven restaurants, the 67-room Golden Plough Inn, and the Giggleberry Fair indoor family fun center. Peddler’s Village hosts numerous year-round festivals and seasonal events for the public, and is a popular site for weddings, corporate events, reunions, picnics, birthdays, and holiday parties.

Peddler’s Village is located in the heart of Bucks County in Lahaska, Pennsylvania, just 40 miles north of Philadelphia and 80 miles southwest of New York City. For more information, visit www.PeddlersVillage.com or call 215-794-4000.