Throughout the year, the Lake Harmony, Pennsylvania plays host to a number of special events, such as the Annual Pennsylvania Wine and Food Festival in June, the Annual Pocono Raceway weekend in June and July, the Annual Pocono Blue’s Festival in July, and the Annual Beer and Food Festival in October. 

8TH ANNUAL CHILI AND WING COOK-OFF  - 1/31/2010  

Location: Ehrhardt's Waterfront Restaurant
Town: Hawley
Phone: (570) 226-3191

The 2009 Winners are in for another shot!  The cook-off will feature live entertainment, great food, and fun for all.  The entire establishment will be bustling with activity.  Judging categories include First, Second, Third, and People's Choice.  Presented by the Hawley-Lake Wallenpaupack Chamber of Commerce.  The cost is $20 per person to taste and judge.  The contest will be held from noon-4pm.

MONSTER TROUT DERBY  -  1/1/2010 - 1/31/2010

Location: Lackawaxen River
Town: Hawley/Lackawaxen
Phone: 570-685-2010

All anglers interested in landing a monster trout and winning one of 100 prizes should be fishing the Lackawaxen River.  In addition to the thousands of fish stocked by the PA Fish and Boat Commission, the Lackawaxen Township Business Owners Association will stock 100 five to ten pound trout between The Settler's Inn in Hawley and the Zane Gray Bridge in Lackawaxen.  This is the third year for the hugely successful Monster Trout Derby.  There is no entry fee or pre-sign up.  Just go fishing, get lucky and win a prize.  All fish are tagged and the tag numbers corresponds with each fish's sponsor.

2010 LUGE CHALLENGE  -  1/30/2010 - 1/31/2010

Location: Blue Mountain Ski Area
Town: Palmerton
Phone: 877-SKI-BLUE

The Luge Challenge brings the luge experience to the masses free of charge during the winter season. The program uses a recreational version of the luge sled used in the Olympic Winter Games. It gives youngsters, 10 and older, and adults a chance to feel, first hand, the excitement of luge. There will a DJ spinning music, announcing times and explaining the event. Come hang out, listen to great music, and cheer on your friends!  This thrilling event will begin at 9am until the end of the competition at roughly 3pm both days.  Participants under the age of 18 will need to have a parent/guardian sign a release on their behalf. Walk-on tickets will be issued for participants who have not purchased a lift ticket. 

BLUE WINTER FESTIVAL  -  1/30/2010 - 1/31/2010

Location: Blue Mountain Ski Area
Town: Palmerton
Phone: 877-SKI-BLUE

Valley Ski Area and Lower Paradise come and celebrate the winter months with the first annual Blue Winter Festival.  Dog sledding, ice carving from 1-4pm by Sculpted Ice Works, snow sport vendors, food and beverage vendors,  musical entertainment, and snow sports demonstrations are only a few of the activities available to celebrate with your friends and family.

NASTAR RACES  -  1/31/2010  

Location: Blue Mountain
Town: Palmerton
Phone: 877-SKI-BLUE

NASTAR is a recreational race series for all ages.  The race is a modified Giant Slalom Course.  It is a way for races to gauge themselves against racers from around the country.  Medals are awarded.  Registration starts at 2pm at the top of Raceway.  A racer can choose to do two runs for $5 or unlimited runs for $15 each day. 

CARIBBEAN ICE  -  2/11/2010 - 2/28/2010

Location: Crystal Cabin Fever at Sculpted Ice Works
Town: Lakeville
Phone: (570) 226-6246

An Icy blast hits the Caribbean!  Come to Crystal Cabin Fever to check out the amazing ice display.  Ride the Pirate Ship Ice Slide, walk through the life size ice grass hut, see the coral reef display, giant ice dolphins, reptiles and birds.  There will also be live pirates, Ice Treasure Maze, children's ice play area and ongoing live ice carving shows.  Be sure to check out the ice carving competitions on February 20 and 24.  Both will be held in the afternoon. Relax by the bonfire.  Enjoy one free hot chocolate with each admission.  There will also be a snack bar, gift shop and free parking.  Admission is $10/adults, $6/children 3-15, and children under 3 are free.

ICE TEE GOLF TOURNAMENT  -  2/21/2010  

Location: Ehrhardt's Waterfront Resort
Town: Hawley
Phone: (570) 226-3191

The event includes the traditional "Closest to Wally" driving contest.  New features this year include an ice slide and a full-service bar by Sculpted Ice Works Inc.  Local golf pro's will be joining the festivities and will help out on the course and challenge all comers in a "Beat the Pro" contest.  Golfers need to bring a putter and two other clubs.  Colored golf balls will be provided at registration.  The tournament will be held at Lake Wallenpaupack in front of Ehrhardt's Waterfront.  The tournament will be held from 9am-1pm.

BUCKMAN'S/ BLUE MOUNTAIN CHALLENGE RACE SERIES  -  2/1/2010 - 2/8/2010
Recurring weekly on Monday

Location: Blue Mountain Ski Area
Town: Palmerton
Phone: 877-SKI-BLUE

The Buckman's/ Blue Mountain Monday night race series is of four open dual slalom races offered to a team, for ages 21 and older.  The men's team consists of a minimum of five racers and a maximum of seven racers.  The women's team is a minimum of three racers and a maximum of five racers.  Awards will be based upon weekly team points.  The race will be held from 6-9pm.       

BRAIN FREEZE TRIVIA  -  2/3/2010 - 2/24/2010
Recurring weekly on Wednesday

Location: Wintergreens at Fernwood Hotel and Resort
Town: Bushkill
Phone: (888) 337-6966

Brain Freeze Trivia with host Gary Smith of Gary Internet Radio, is the popular version of bar trivia from the company that created World Tavern Poker.  It is open to individuals and teams of up to six players.  There is no fee to play or cover charge to enter Wintergreens.  Brain Freeze Trivia runs every Wednesday.  Registration begins at 5:30pm and the first trivia round begins at 6:30pm. 

BEGINNINGS  -  2/5/2010  

Location: Paradise Stream
Town: Mount Pocono
Phone: (888) 963-3052

This Chicago tribute band will have you rocking out to your heart's content. Since 2003, Beginnings has been playing the music of Chicago to audiences in summer festivals, concert halls and hot nightclubs in the New York Metro area. Members of Chicago have acknowledged the bands attention to detail and were impressed by their sound.  Tickets for the show are $10 person.  Doors open at 8:30pm.  Reservations required.

CROSS-COUNTRY SKI  -  2/6/2010 - 2/7/2010
Recurring daily

Location: Pocono Environmental Education Center
Town: Dingmans Ferry
Phone: (570) 828-2319

Cross country skis and beginner lessons will be provided for an easy outing to enjoy PEEC's woods in the winter.  In case of no snow, join PEEC for a winter hike.  The cost for cross country skiing is $25/adults and $15/children and will be held from noon-3pm.  Hiking is free of charge.

KANSAS  -  2/6/2010  

Location: Sherman Theater
Town: Stroudsburg
Phone: (570) 420-2808

Kansas is more than a "band."  Kansas is style, dedication, harmony and versatility in creativity.  There have been many transitions which have taken place in the life of the legendary rock group.  Transisitons which allow the lyrics to flow, the music to flourish and ideas to mark its course.  These transitions have kept Kansas apart from other bands and makes one realize the best is yet to come.  Tickets are $29.50 per person.  Doors open at 7:30pm and the show begins at 8pm. 

MURDER MYSTERY DINNER AND SHOW  -  2/6/2010  

Location: Water Gap Country Club
Town: Delaware Water Gap
Phone: 866-GOLF-GAP

Come see one of the hilarious public Murder Mystery Dinner performances!  All of the murder mysteries include gourmet dinner, audience participation, a huge portion of murder mystery and laughter - all rolled into a night of live entertainment you and your friends and family will not soon forget!  When you attend a public murder mystery dinner performance, you will enjoy only the finest in dining. Let the Water Gap Country Club treat you and your guests to a memorable evening of fun and laughter. From your fresh garden salad to your sumptuous entrees Water Gap Country Club does it first class!  Participation is not required but encouraged!  $29.95 per person, plus 6% sales tax and 17% gratuity.  The show begins at 8:15pm, please be seated by 7pm for dinner.  Call for reservations.

MILHAM TOYOTA CUP KIDS RACE  -  2/10/2010  

Location: Blue Mountain Ski Area
Town: Palmerton
Phone: 877-SKI-BLUE

The race will take place on Raceway and will consist of one run for each participant and will be followed by an awards ceremony and party.  A race release form must be filled out and signed by the parents.  Milham Kids Cup for kids ages 5-17.  The race is free of charge, lift ticket required. Registration from 5pm-6:30pm, and race start time is 6:30pm.

DAVID CASSIDY  -  2/12/2010  

Location: Penn's Peak
Town: Jim Thorpe
Phone: (866) 605-7325

David Cassidy live at Penn's Peak.  This is a reserved seating show.  Tickets are $32 and $27.  There is a $3 per ticket transaction fee at the Penn's Peak Box Office.  Doors open at 6pm and showtime is at 8pm.  Tickets can be purchased at the Penn's Peak Box Office (walk-up only), Roadies Restaurant (walk-up only) or through Ticketmaster.

PRESIDENTS' DAY SALE  -  2/12/2010 - 2/15/2010
Recurring daily

Location: The Crossings Premium Outlets
Town: Tannersville
Phone: (570) 629-4650

Enjoy spectacular savings to celebrate Presidents' Day.  Stores will feature special savings throughout the weekend. 

HAROLD MELVIN'S BLUENOTES  -  2/13/2010  

Location: Cove Haven Resort
Town: Lakeville
Phone: (888) 963-3052

Harold Melvin's Blue Notes have topped the R&B charts again and again with such hits as My Hero, Hope That We Can Be Together Soon, If You Don't Know Me by Now, The Love I Lost, Bad Luck and Wake Up Everybody.  The group has released seven albums and four compilations featuring their groovy rhythms and soulful ballads.  Well known for their role as one of the three original featured bands on the 70s Soul Jam Tour, you will not want to miss this show.  Tickets are $10.  The show will begin at 8:30pm.  Reservations required. 

PHIL VASSAR  -  2/13/2010  

Location: Sherman Theater
Town: Stroudsburg
Phone: (570) 420-2808

The Virginia-born singer, songwriter and musician took his seat as country's leading piano man with the success of songs like "Just Another Day In Paradise" and "Six-Pack Summer," and his penchant for pure musical escapism continues. His fourth studio album, Prayer Of A Common Man, adds several more layers of artistic expression to his deepening repertoire.  Tickets for the concert are $39.  Doors open at 7pm and the concert begins at 8pm. 

VALENTINE’S DAY GUIDED EXCURSION  -  2/13/2010  

Location: Eagle Institute
Town: Lackawaxen
Phone: (570) 685-5960

Did you know that eagles mate for life?  Celebrate Valentine's Day weekend with this guided excursion to popular eagle viewing sites.  The cost for the excursion is $12 per person. Meet at the Eagle Institute office for a 10am departure.  First come, first served.

MURDER MYSTERY DINNER  -  2/19/2010  

Location: Big A Grillhouse & Tavern
Town: East Stroudsburg
Phone: (570) 223-1700

The audience becomes the characters and detectives in this real life game of who-done-it.  Solve the murder through audience questions and interactions while enjoying your dinner.  Join the cast and become someone else, in another day, time or world.  A script so well written, anyone could be the murderer!  Includes a choice of one of our four fabulous dinner entrees, dessert, coffee and soft drink.  Cash bar available.  The cost is $29.95 per person, plus 6% tax and 18% gratuity.  The Murder Mystery Dinner will begin at 7pm.  Reservations required.  

WINTER WATERFALL SERIES  -  2/20/2010  

Location: Pocono Environmental Education Center
Town: Dingmans Ferry
Phone: (570) 828-2319

Kick-off this "monumental" series of waterfalls and trees with a unique look at waterfalls in the winter.  Transportation provided.  The cost for the trip is $25 and will be held from 1-5pm.  Please register by February 10.

SHAWNEE WINTER CARNIVAL DAY  -  2/21/2010  

Location: Shawnee Mountain
Town: Shawnee on Delaware
Phone: (570) 421-7231

Sponsored by Shawnee Mountain, Coca-Cola and Budweiser Beer, this event will include fun activities open to all.  Demonstrations, ice carvers from Sculpted Ice Works, vendors, product sampling, giveaways, outdoor barbeque, entertainment, après ski party and more.

TODD OLIVER & FRIENDS - DOGS GONE WILD  -  2/26/2010  

Location: Paradise Stream Resort
Town: Mount Pocono
Phone: (888) 963-3052

Have you ever met a talking dog?  Not a fake one, but a real, true-to-life talking dog?  Get ready because when comedian and ventriloquist Todd Oliver takes the stage you'll meet three of them.  These little dogs are making crowds across the country howl for more and you can see it for free with your all-inclusive stay.  Tickets are $10 per person.  Doors open at 8:30pm.  Reservations required.

DAVID BROMBERG QUARTET  -  2/27/2010  

Location: Sherman Theater
Town: Stroudsburg
Phone: (570) 420-2808

A singular performer, writer, and arranger, David Bromberg's remarkable musical versatility and innovative resourcefulness have earned him vast critical and popular acclaim.  Bringing his quartet arrangement to the Sherman Theater, this blues, country, jazz, folk, and classical musician strives to create an eclectic musical journey through several uniquely American music forms.  Tickets are $38.  Doors open at 7pm and the show will begin at 8pm. 

MOONRISE WALK  -  2/28/2010  

Location: Pocono Environmental Education Center
Town: Dingmans Ferry
Phone: (570) 828-2319

Join PEEC for a short walk to watch the moon rise.  The cost for the walk is free and will be held from 5-7pm.

April 17th, 2010 - .38 Special

Location:  Penn's Peak

Town:  Jim Thorpe

Phone:  866-605-7325

.38 Special is back at Penn's Peak. Come out for a night of hard rockin', in your face music. Tickets are $37/PIT (Standing Room Only) and $32 Reserved seating. Doors open at 6 pm and the show starts at 8 pm.

April 18th, 2009 - International Beer Festival

Location: Split Rock Resort and Golf Club

Date: April 18, 2009

Time: 12PM to 4PM

The 13th annual Great Brews From Around the world features thirty of the world's finest breweries, as well as crafts and food vendors.

Advance Tickets are $24

Tickets at the door are $27

Group Tickets (25 ) are $22

CIGARFEST - 5/1/2010  

Location: Split Rock Resort
Town: Lake Harmony
Phone: (800) 255-7625

 SOLD OUT.  Bigger, stronger, better!  CIGARfest is back.  The unrivaled King Kong of all cigar herfs.  Nowhere else can you meet over 40 of the biggest cigar makers and manufacturers in one day while sampling the finest of their wares.  Prepare for a weekend of camaraderie, cigars, eating, drinking, and all-around debauchery.  Valid picture ID is required for attendance.  Must 21 years of age.  

JIM THORPE BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION
5/15/2010 - 5/16/2010
Recurring daily

Location: Downtown Jim Thorpe
Town: Jim Thorpe
Phone: 888-JIM-THORPE

This event is in honor of James Francis Thorpe, a Native American and "Athlete of the 20th Century".  The celebration includes entertainment and many great craft vendors and lots of good food will be available all weekend.  

QUIET VALLEY’S FARM ANIMAL FROLIC
5/22/2010 - 5/30/2010
Recurring weekly on Sunday, Saturday

Location: Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm
Town: Stroudsburg
Phone: (570) 992-6161

Enjoy baby farm animals, children's show, games, duck herding, refreshments and more.  Tickets are $8/adults and $5/children 3-12.  The Farm Animal Frolic will be held from 10am-4pm on Saturdays and noon-4pm on Sunday, rain or shine.  No pets please.  

SHAWNEE CELTIC FESTIVAL
5/29/2010 - 5/30/2010
Recurring daily

Location: Shawnee Mountain Ski Area
Town: Shawnee on Delaware
Phone: (570) 421-7231

The sights and sounds of the Emerald Isles and Scottish Highlands are coming to the Pocono Mountains on Memorial Day weekend.  Join Shawnee Mountain for non-stop Celtic music on three stages, a bagpipers' parade and fiddlers jam, working sheep dogs, Irish step dancers, and a variety of Celtic craft and food vendors. 

BATTLES AND PADDLES (2-DAY)
5/1/2010 - 5/2/2010
Recurring daily

Location: Skirmish Paintball
Town: Albrightsville
Phone: 800-SKIRMISH

Raft the Lehigh River Saturday and play Skirmish for free on Sunday. 

FAMILY-STYLE WHITEWATER RAFTING
5/1/2010 - 5/31/2010
Recurring daily

Location: Pocono Whitewater Rafting Adventures
Town: Jim Thorpe
Phone: (800) 944-8392

Bring along the whole family this summer and enjoy a fun-filled family-style raft trip! This section of the Lehigh is simply perfect for beginners, church groups, school groups, scouts, and kids ages 4 and older. Eight miles and three to four hours long, the plentiful riffles and mild water of the Lehigh River are occasionally interspersed with a touch of Class II whitewater. One of the most unique things about our summer rafting trips is the free riverside barbeque.  The cost is $39.95/adult, $31.95/children ages 4-14, $29.95/youth group age 15 . 

FIRST ANNUAL BRIDAL EXPO - 5/8/2010  

Location: Mauch Chunk Museum and Ballroom
Town: Jim Thorpe
Phone: (570) 325-9633

Through the Looking Glass Restaurant is presenting their first annual Bridal Expo at the Mauch Chunk Museum and Ballroom.  The Bridal Expo is a fundraising event to help benefit the Mauch Chunk Museum and Cultural Center.  Couples can experience this beautiful venue and meet with a variety of wedding service providers.  There will be live entertainment provided by pianist David Westrip. 

LEHIGH GORGE WHITEWATER DAM RELEASE - 5/15/2010  

Location: Pocono Whitewater Adventures
Town: Jim Thorpe
Phone: (800) 944-8392

Surrounded by state park protected woodlands and mountains, while enjoying class III whitewater and outstanding scenery.  The trip includes all necessary rafting equipment, life jacket, free parking, shuttle service to/from the river and experienced river guides.  The cost is $59.95 per person, ages 8 and up. 

JOHN MICHAEL MONTGOMERY - 5/16/2010  

Location: Penn's Peak
Town: Jim Thorpe
Phone: (866) 605-7325

Another first for Penn's Peak, John Michael Montgomery.  Like most musicians, he comes from a very musical background.  John Michael is the master of the power ballad, which is very apparent in his most recent album.  Tickets for the show are $34/Premium Reserved Seating and $29/Regular Reserved Seating.  Doors open at 6pm and the concert will begin at 8pm.  

June 4th-6th, 2010 - Pocono 500

June race weekend includes:

Weis Markets Pole Qualifying Friday June 4th, 2010 ARCA RE/MAX

Messina Wildlife Animal Stopper 200 Saturday June 5th, 2010
NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Pocono 500 Sunday June 6th, 2010

GREAT TASTES OF PENNSYLVANIA WINE AND FOOD FESTIVAL
6/12/2010 - 6/13/2010
Recurring daily

Location: Split Rock Resort
Town: Lake Harmony
Phone: (800) 255-7625

FERNWOOD CARNIVAL - 6/22/2010 - 6/26/2010
Recurring daily

Location: Fernwood Hotel and Resort
Town: Bushkill
Phone: (570) 588-6661

What better way to spend a summer day than at a carnival eating cotton candy and laughing.  S&S Amusements will be bringing their carnival to Fernwood Hotel and Resort for family fun.  Open to resort guests, residents, and anyone vacation in the Pocono region.  The carnival will offer everything from traditional carnival games, rides for children and adults, festival foods, and chances to win using your skill and a little bit of luck.  No admission fee; pay as you go rides.  The carnival will be held from 6-10pm midweek and 2-10pm weekends. 

YONDER MOUNTAIN STRING BAND - 6/4/2010  

Location: Penn's Peak
Town: Jim Thorpe
Phone: (866) 605-7325

Penn's Peak is proud to announce Yonder Mountain String Band.  The Colorado-based foursome has been together for some 12 odd years, crisscrossing the country and all while increasing their fan base exponentially.  Tickets are $17/advance and $22/day of show.  The concert will begin at 8pm.  

HALF PRICE PAINT DAY - 6/6/2010  

Location: Skirmish Paintball
Town: Albrightsville
Phone: 800-SKIRMISH

Its half price paint day at Skirmish Paintball.  Players can purchase paint for only $50 per case.  This special is for players only.  

CIS SKIRMISH (CRIME INVESTIGATION SERVICES AT SKIRMISH) - 6/12/2010  

Location: Skirmish Paintball
Town: Albrightsville
Phone: 800-SKIRMISH

This is a one day scenario game with intense missions, multiple objectives, and a ton of different roles.  The cost is $39.95 per person, pre-registration by May 26, 2010.  If you have a group of 20 or more players the rate is $31.95 per person pre-registered, $53.95 if you register late.  Free N2 air fills.  Limited to 250 players. 

SUMMER GARDEN PARTY - 6/26/2010  

Location: Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm
Town: Stroudsburg
Phone: (570) 992-6161

Learn about PA German kitchen gardens, ask a gardener questions, get help with garden plans and techniques, explore medicinal and culinary herbs.  Victorian tea.  Day includes the regular historic farm tour.  Tickets are $10/adults and $5/children (3-12).  The Summer Garden Party will be held from 10am-4pm, rain or shine.

July 23th - 25th, 2010 - 19th Annual Poconos Blues Festival

The 19th Annual Poconos Blues Festival at Big Boulder is a nationally recognized festival for blues lovers.

July 30th - August 1st, 2010 - Pennsylvania 500

Location: Pocono Raceway

August race weekend includes:

Weis Markets Pole Qualifying Friday July 30th, 2010 ARCA RE/MAX Pennsylvania 125 ARCA RE/MAX Series Race Saturday July 31st, 2010

NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Pennsylvania 500 Sunday August 1st, 2010

September 5th-6th, 2009 -  15th Annual Pocono Garlic Festival

September 11th-13th, 2009 - COTA Jazz and Arts Festival

The 32nd Annual Delaware Water Gap Celebration of the Arts packs several sets of ensemble jazz performances, plus theater and arts, into a three-day festival in the scenic Borough of Delaware Water Gap.

September 25th - 27th, 2009 - 5th Great American Nationals

Pocono Raceway-Long Pond, PA

Rods, Customs,Classics & Muscle Cars thru '72 welcome.

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October 9-10, 2010 - 38th Annual Arts and Crafts Festival

Location: Jack Frost Mountain

This festival features artisans exhibiting everything from fine art to country and contemporary crafts, plus a ski swap, classic car and corvette  display. Get away for the weekend and enjoy the crisp, cool mountain air and the spectacular fall foliage.

Tickets can be purchased at the gate: adults $3, children 12 & under free.