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Professional Sports Teams

 

Philadelphia Eagles

NFL Football

Lincoln Financial Field

Philadelphia, PA

215-463-2500

www.philadelphiaeagles.com

 

Philadelphia Flyers

NHL Hockey

Wachovia Center

Philadelphia, PA

215-218-PUCK

www.philadelphiaflyers.com

 

Philadelphia Phillies

Major League Baseball

Citizens Bank Park

Philadelphia, PA

215-463-1000

www.phillies.com

 

Philadelphia 76ers

NBA Basketball

Wachovia Center

Philadelphia, PA

215-339-7676

www.nba.com/sixers

 

Philadelphia Wings

Indoor Lacrosse

Wachovia Center

Philadelphia, PA

215-389-WING

www.wingslax.com

 

Philadelphia Sports Arenas

 

Citizens Bank Park

One Citizens Bank Way

Philadelphia, PA

215-463-5000

www.citizensbankpark.com

 

Lincoln Financial Field

1020 Pattison Avenue

Philadelphia, PA

215-339-6700

www.lincolnfinancialfield.com

 

Wachovia Center & Spectrum

3601 S. Broad Street

Philadelphia, PA

215-336-3600

www.comcast-spectacor.com

 

Lehigh Valley Sports Teams

 

Lehigh Valley Outlawz

Arena Football Team that plays out of Stabler Arena

1053 Main St

Hellertown, PA 484-585-1081

 

Northampton Laurels

Professional Woman’s Soccer Team

P.O. Box 1166
Easton, PA 18044
Phone: (484) 651-5120

www.northamptonlaurelsfc.com/

 

Lehigh Valley Parks

Allentown Bureau Of Parks
3000 Parkway Boulevard
Allentown, PA 18104
(610) 437-7757
www.allentownpa.org/park_rec.htm

Bethlehem Parks
10 E. Church St.
Bethlehem, PA 18018

(610) 865-7081

Easton Parks
1 South 3rd St.
Easton, PA 18042

(610) 250-6711

Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center
441 Henry Rd.
Nazareth, PA 18064

(610) 746-2809

Lehigh County Parks
1401 Lenhart Rd.
Whitehall, Pa 18052

(610) 820-3129
www.allentownpa.org/park_rec.htm

Northampton County Parks
Greystone Building
Greystone Complex
Nazareth, PA 18064
(610) 746-1975
www.northamptoncounty.org

Palmer Township (Rails to Trails)
(610) 253-7191

Local Attractions

 

Cycling

 

Lehigh Valley Velodrome       
Routes 100 and 222      
Trexlertown        610-967-7587

www.lvvelo.org

Over 200 international cyclists converge annually for the prestigious World Cup of Cycling, a three-day extravaganza. Site of the 1996 Olympic Cycling Trails and 1997 World Cup, the Velodrome hosts some of the world’s top cyclists as well as regional, national and international competition during the summer season.

 

Horse Racing

 

The Downs at Lehigh Valley   
1780 Airport Road         
Allentown
          610-266-6559
Live horse racing is available year around via satellite from all the top race tracks in the country. Off-track facility includes your choice of dining experiences with private monitors at every table.


LEISURE ACTIVITIES

 

Downhill Ski Areas

While it’s true that the nearby Pocono Mountain Resorts are known for their downhill and snowboarding ski areas, Lehigh Valley residents can ski even closer to home. And when the snow flies, just about any park or trail becomes the ideal spot for the cross-country ski enthusiast!

 

Doe Mountain Ski Area           
101 Doe Mountain Lane 
Macungle          610-682-7100
Fifteen trails combine with a snowboard park and resort that emphasizes family fun.

 

Blue Mountain Ski Area          
Palmerton         610-826-7700
Snow tubing park with 5 slides, 2 tow lifts, and 100% snowmaking capability. Ski 20 exciting trails and new bump runs until 10:00 PM! Seven lifts include a high-speed quad.

 

Fairs and Festivals

The Lehigh Valley has main fairs and festivals throughout the year. Visit the link below for a detailed calendar.

www.lehighvalleypa.org

 

Musikfest         
556 Main Street
Bethlehem         610-861-0678
Experience an incredible ten days of storytellers, dancers, puppeteers, exhibits, demonstrations, mimes and music for every taste.

 

Das Awkscht Fescht    
Macungie Memorial Park           
Macungie          610-967-2317

www.awkscht.com

42 acres of incredible automobiles, flea markets, arts and craft displays, antique toy exhibition, fireworks and free entertainment. Distinguished as the largest antique car show in the East, this three-day event features hundreds of antique vehicles, from Model-Ts and Dusenbergs to Studebakers and Packards.

 

Forks of the Delaware
Shad Festival Tournament     

Scott Park        
Easton 
Nine days in April pay tribute to the region’s success in revitalizing the valley’s water resources. The tournament revolves around shad, an ocean fish that spawns in fresh water. Over 1,500 fisherman from 20 states gather to compete and enjoy the shad cookout over open pits.


The Great Allentown Fair       
302 N. 17th Street         
Allentown          610-435-SHOW

www.allentownfairpa.org

Old-fashioned country fair with crafts
exhibits, livestock, judging, thrilling amusement rides, traditional sideshows, carnival games, and food stands. The nation’s top entertainers play to record crowds at the evening grandstand shows.

 

Mayfair Festival of the Arts     
2020 Hamilton Street     
Allentown          610-437-6900

www.mayfairfestival.org

Five days of arts and music bring together local, national, and international performers from every musical genre, including jazz, folk, classical, rock, and a wide range of ethnic performances. Artist’s Market, great food, children’s activities, gallery exhibitions and dancing.

 

JUST FOR KIDS

 

Dorney Park and Wildwater Kingdom
3830 Dorney Park Road 
Allentown          610-395-3724

www.dorneypark.com

Over sixty thrilling rides and water attractions include a giant flume ride, a famous roller-coaster, wave pool, and Apple Butter Village – a fascinating visit to the world of the Pennsylvania Dutch.
The Crayola Factory   
30 Center Square          
Easton  610-515-8000

www.crayola.com

Roll up your sleeves and jump into the fun at this 20,000 square foot attraction. Learn about Crayola history and watch as they are made. Interactive exhibits with project and activities. Don’t miss the nearby Crayola Store, with more interactive
activities and captivating products from arts and crafts to home decor and clothing.

 

Crystal Cave Park       
Rural Route 3   
Kutztown           610-683-6765

www.crystalcavepa.com

Commune with nature in the Crystal Cave, touted as Pennsylvania’s greatest natural wonder. Underground tours, 125 wooded acres, mini golf and eateries.

 

Jacobsburg Environment Education Center    
PA33 to Belfast Exit      
800-63PARKS  
1,100 acres of state parklands that encompass Henry’s Woods, a stand of untimbered white oak and hemlock along Bushkill Creek, an historic area, fishing, hiking, picnicking, nature study, equestrian and cross-country ski trails.

 

Pennsylvania Youth Theatre   
44 E. Broad Street        
Bethlehem         610-332-1400
Not only trains young actors but presents a full season of stage and touring productions especially designed to please school audiences and families.


Touchstone Theater    
321 E. 4th Street          
Bethlehem         610-867-1689
An innovative group that grew from touring shows for children to area recognition. Specializes in the actor as “creator” and offers a refreshing, whimsical and always entertaining twist.

 

 

Lehigh Valley Golf Courses

 

Allentown Golf Club
3400 Tilghman St.
Allentown, PA 18104

(610) 395-9926


The Architects Golf Club
700 Strykers Road
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
(908) 213-3080

www.thearchitectsclub.com


Bethlehem Municipal Golf Club
400 Illicks Mill Rd.
Bethlehem, PA 18017

(610) 865-7105

Center Vallley Golf Club
Corner of Rt. 309 & I-78
3300 Center Valley Pkwy.
Center Valley, PA 18034
(610) 791-5580
www.centervalleyclubgolf.com

 

The Club at Morgan Hill
100 Clubhouse Road
Easton, PA 18042
(610) 923-8480

www.theclubatmorganhill.com

 

Green Pond Country Club
3604 Farmersville Road
Bethlehem, PA 18020
(610) 691-9543
www.greenpondcc.com


Liber-Tee Mini Golf
7720 Adrienne Dr.
BreinigsvillePA 18031

(610) 391-1477

Olde Homestead Golf Club
P.O. Box 222
6598 Rt. 309
New Tripoli, PA 18066
(610) 298-4653
www.oldehomesteadgolfclub.com

 

Riverview Country Club
1 Riverview Place
Easton, PA 18040
(610) 559-9700

www.riverviewcountryclub.com

 

Southmoore Golf Course
235 Moorestown Dr. Rt. 512
Bath, PA 18014
(610) 837-7200
www.southmooregolf.com

 

Wedgewood Golf Course
4875 Limeport Pike
Coopersburg, PA 18036
(610) 797-4551
www.distinctgolf.com

 

Whitetail Golf Club
2679 Klein Rd.
Bath, PA 18014

(610) 837-9626
www.whitetailgolfclub.com

 

 

For More Information

 

Call for details on state and municipal parklands as well as hiking, bicycling and fishing facilities:

Pennsylvania Parks Information

Lehigh Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau

www.lehighvalleypa.org

 

Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources

www.dcnr.state.pa.us

 

Pennsylvania State Parks

www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks

 

Pennsylvania Horticultural Society

www.pennsylvaniahorticulturalsociety.org

 

 


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