Your Ultimate Guide to Summer in Wayne: Music, Gardens, Fireworks & More
Charlie Hart
As the spring season begins to wrap up, fun in the sun is just around the corner. Summer might inspire thoughts of sprinklers, pools, barbecues, and beaches, but have you considered other activities happening near you? Continue reading for a guide to stay in-the-know about all upcoming events and to-do’s in Wayne on a hot summer day.
The sounds of summer are here in Wayne, with musical events happening all summer long! For our first stop on the list, the 11th annual Wayne Music Festival will take place on Saturday, June 13. The festival will feature a diverse lineup of musical artists, all of whom perform their own original songs. Attendees will be able to celebrate music through listening and exploring diverse genres and pure talented artistry. The first concerts begin at 1pm, and performances will continue throughout the day and into the evening.
More than just a concert, the Wayne Music Festival has something for all ages, enabling families to come together to celebrate community through music and quality time. Alongside the tunes, various restaurants and vendors throughout Wayne will be serving local favorites. Enjoy outdoor dining with refreshing drinks and diverse snacks, or even just take a stroll and shop at local businesses. Whether you come for the music, food, drinks, or just the fun energy, the Wayne Musical Festival is always a summer signature, highlighting the importance of supporting local musical artists.
Haven’t had enough music? Continue to support local artists at this next community event. Thanks to the Radnor Township Parks & Recreation Department, the sixth annual Odorisio Music Night is taking place in Odorisio Park on Saturday, July 11 from 6-8 pm.
This free community event will once again bring residents and visitors alike to admire live music performances by local artists in the beautiful Radnor Park. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets, camping chairs, towels, etc. to sit on the lawn.
Additionally, feel free to pack snacks in a picnic-style way. Bring refreshments, sandwiches, or small bites to enjoy during the performances. Additional food will be sold at the tents provided. The event is free admission and has a welcoming atmosphere for children of all ages. For the sixth year in a row, Odorisio Music Night fosters what it means to sing and dance as a community under the summer sky.
Looking to do something serene and peaceful? Take a stroll through Chanticleer Gardens, which sells tickets for $15 for ages 13+ and grants free admission to children.
The Chanticleer Gardens are a blend of art and gardening, bringing you countless lush views of beautiful botanical displays. Chanticleer Gardens feature several areas including a lavish and transportive Asian-inspired garden, “The Asian Woods,” complete with plants native to China, Korea, and Japan. Expect to see a beautiful oasis of bamboo, magnolias, and hostas. Nearby is a water feature with a bridge and a koi pond with lily pads and lotus plants.
Chanticleer features another area called “The Ruin Gardens.” Built within the foundations of the original home, the ruined gardens create a gloomy yet romantic landscape, covered with beautiful vines that seemingly take over the home. The gardens are complete with large stone walls, divine water features, and of course, exquisite ruins.
To top it off, the staff create custom benches, bridges, fountains and other art installations to integrate creative, functional art throughout the property’s thirty-five acres. Ultimately, Chanticleer Gardens is a beautiful space that allows families and friends to spend time in nature and appreciate this summer’s blooms.
Have any plans for the Fourth of July? This year, America is turning 250 years old. That means it’s America’s semiquincentennial anniversary! What better way to celebrate than with fireworks or a classic parade?
After being absent for nearly a decade, , Radnor Township’sFourth of July firework show will be taking place! Thanks to the board of commissioners approving this event, the township staff was authorized to plan a fireworks show for the holiday. Specific details and timing are still being finalized. However, look forward to a fun night filled with bright lights, laughter and the show of a lifetime.
Along with the fireworks, Radnor also puts on the renowned Garret-Hill Rosemont Fourth of July parade. This long-standing community event features a parade down neighborhood roads with motorcycles, decorated cars, marching bands, and so much more! The event is open for all ages, and residents typically bring a lawn chair to sit on the sidewalks and watch the parade through downtown Wayne.
As summer unfolds here in Radnor Township, these events are more than just dates on a calendar – they are a celebration of tradition and constant community upbringing. From ethereal gardens to live music to good eats to fireworks and floats, there is so much happening throughout the upcoming season. Thanks to the hard work of vendors, small and/or local businesses, township planners, performers, and of course our own community, here’s to a summer filled with laughter, joy, and adventure.
