Jeffrey L. Burrow
Peddler’s Village, a countryside shopping, dining, lodging, and entertainment destination in the heart of historic Bucks County, PA, is set to begin its annual “Scarecrow Season” with three main events: a Scarecrows in the Village display of more than 100 handmade creations; a Scarecrow Festival on September 13 and 14; and scarecrow-making workshops which take place during the festival and on September 20 and 27. Other events taking place in September at Peddler’s Village include a free pet photography exhibit, an Autumn Wedding Show, and a Food Truck Thursday. Every day, visitors can explore 65+ specialty shops and boutiques, enjoy dining experiences at restaurants and eateries, visit the indoor family entertainment center known as Giggleberry Fair, and stroll on winding paths through seasonal landscaping. Guests can also stay overnight at the on-site Golden Plough Inn, a charming hotel with more than 60 rooms, many of which have recently been renovated.
Recognized as one of the most popular annual events in the Philadelphia region, the free Scarecrows in the Village competition and display showcases dozens of scarecrows created by area residents, organizations, and Village shops. All members of the public are invited to participate. Registration for the competition, which awards cash prizes up to $300, is open through September 3. Starting September 8, guests can cast their vote for their favorite scarecrows using the Peddler’s Village mobile app or by picking up a paper ballot at one of several locations: the Visitor and Event Center, Cock ‘n Bull Restaurant, Giggleberry Fair, Earl’s New American, and Buttonwood Grill. Voting will continue through October 13.
On Saturday, September 13 and Sunday, September 14, from 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Peddler’s Village will host its annual Scarecrow Festival, an autumn weekend featuring scarecrow workshops, live music, pumpkin painting, activities, and outdoor food and drinks. Pre-registration for the scarecrow workshops is strongly encouraged as walk-in opportunities will be limited. Workshops include a designated space, materials, and step-by-step instructions to create a life-sized scarecrow to take home. For those who cannot attend the Scarecrow Festival, additional workshop dates are Saturday, September 20 and Saturday, September 27.
Other events during Scarecrow Season include a Pet Photography Competition & Exhibit, which will be on display from September 3 through October 19 (deadline to submit an entry is August 11), and a Food Truck Thursday event on Thursday, September 18. Couples interested in learning more about weddings at Peddler’s Village can register for the free Autumn Wedding Show that will take place on Sunday, September 7. At the Wedding Show, guests can sample complimentary hors d'oeuvres, beverages, and desserts, tour banquet and lodging spaces, view wedding fashions, and meet the Peddler’s Village event planning team and preferred vendors.