Laini’s List: 9 things to do this weekend in Easton — September 18–20, 2026
LAINI’S LIST
September 18–20, 2026
9 Things to Do this Weekend
East On Fest lights up downtown Friday and Saturday; Latin Fest fills Riverside Park on Sunday. Nine picks between them.
Click any event title for the full listing — times, addresses, and details — on our Events Calendar. New list every week.
1
Friday–Saturday
8–11 PM
Downtown Easton
East On Fest 2026 — Festival of Light
Buildings and public spaces across downtown become canvases for light art and projection mapping over two nights, with interactive installations and hands-on activities for families. The festival is free, walkable through downtown and the surrounding streets, and presented by the East ON Foundation, a nonprofit focused on creative placemaking in the Lehigh Valley.
2
Friday
9:30–11:30 PM
Porters’ Pub, 700 Northampton St, Easton
Fahad & Kelly at Porters’ Pub
The duo plays a Friday night set at Porters’, billed by the venue as their last local show and a send-off.
3
Saturday
11:30 AM–6 PM
Heil Park, South Side, Easton
Edible Walkway Parade & Picnic
The Mayor’s Office of Special Events and Blue Zones Activate Easton celebrate the new Edible Walkway on the South Side with a parade led by the Big Easy Easton Brass Band. Marchers gather on Reynolds Street between Cheston and Pioneer Park, then head to the football field at Heil Park, where the parking lot becomes picnic grounds with vendors around the edges. Hot air balloon rides are planned on the field, and the event is free.
4
Saturday
12–4 PM
Bushkill Park, Easton
Safe Harbor Easton Regatta 2026
A benefit day at Bushkill Park with rides, roller skating, games, a tricky tray, duck races, kids’ activities, prizes, and food. Proceeds go to Safe Harbor Easton’s shelter programs. Tickets are available day-of or online, and the rain date is Sunday, September 20.
5
Saturday
7–10 PM
Bank Street Annex, Bank St Annex, Easton
Live Burlesque Spectacular!
A classic burlesque revue in the Bank St Annex’s beautiful art deco space, with the seven-piece Liz Keough Orchestra and performances from Honest Liz Keough, Victoria Reno, Lulu Blue, HoneyTree EvilEye, and Strawberi, with Dizzy Marquee as emcee. Cash bar and light appetizers; a VIP hour from 7 to 8 adds a cocktail and passed hors d’oeuvres.
6
Saturday
7:30–9 PM
Scott Park, Easton
Star Party: International Observe the Moon Night
Nurture Nature Center staff bring telescopes to Scott Park for International Observe the Moon Night, with guided viewing of the moon, stars, and planets. The event is free and depends on clear weather; register through the Nurture Nature Center to get updates.
7
Sunday
10 AM–8 PM
Riverside Park, Easton
Latin Fest Easton / Festival Latino
A full day of Latin music, food, and dance along the Delaware River, with live DJs, salsa and bachata performances, artisan and community vendors, family activities, and a beer and cocktail garden. Admission is free and the festival is bilingual throughout.
8
Saturday
9 AM–2 PM
Charles Chrin Community Center, Palmer Township
Lehigh Valley Toy, Comic and Card Show
Up to 300 tables of toys, comics, sports cards, action figures, die cast, and collectibles, running for more than 18 years. This edition features celebrity guests Hacksaw Jim Duggan and Devon Dudley, plus artists Darren Auch and Chris Ring. Admission is $15, or $20 for early buyers at 8 AM.
9
Friday–Sunday
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500 Zucksville Rd, Forks Township
Forks Community Days
Forks Community Days runs all three days, with fireworks Saturday at 9:30 PM. Live music includes JOYOUS on Friday night. Admission is free.
