Looking for things to do in the tri-county area? From shopping, dining, visiting a museum, or participating in one of the largest grass volleyball tournaments in the nation (held right here in Pottstown), the Chamber can provide the resources you need. Visit the Community Events Calendar to see an overview of scheduled events and even add one of your own!


Where to shop:

Seeking retail therapy, or feeling in a generous, gift-giving mood? Within the region, there are numerous Chamber Members who have shops with gifts suitable to treat yourself or for any occasion.

Philadelphia Premium Outlets offers 135 outlet stores from the world’s leading designers and name brands in an outdoor shopping location.

FLORISTS

North End Florist is proudly serving Pottstown since 1985 with a wonderful variety of fresh flowers, plants and unique gifts to suit any style or budget.

Achin’ Back Garden Center is a local family-owned business located in Pottstown, celebrating their 20th year in business in 2024. In addition to being a full-service florist with a gift shop and many greenhouses, Achin’ Back supports local growers, offering organic vegetables and herbs in the Spring along with unique plants throughout the year. Offering classes and events, Achin’ Back has something for both new and experienced gardeners.

Dani Bee Funky offers an array of plants, flowers and gifts, such as hand-poured candles, crystals, art and more. Located in Pottstown, they also run workshops in the back space and hold classes like painting, bonsai, terrarium building, cooking decorating, blanket making, calligraphy, etc.

UNIQUE RETAIL

Atlantic Cigar Company, located in Norristown, has been a family operated retail tobacco business for over 20 years now. In the late 90's Atlantic cigar expanded their expertise and services around the world, by launching the virtual cigar store www.AtlanticCigar.com. This was one of the first online shops available to order premium, handmade cigars, and cigar accessories. With a simple layout and an easy to use website, combined with our employee's knowledge of cigars, and our industry leading prices, Atlantic had developed a blueprint for growth that has worked for over 20 years!

At Once Upon A Time Consignment Boutique LLC, they value the experience and expression of their customers and clients. Through seamless selecting and selling process they curate unique, high quality, and affordable fashion for the whole family. Located in Pottstown, inventory is updated daily — stop in today to explore their wide selection of clothing, accessories, shoes, handbags, jewelry and so much more!

PS It’s Natural, located in Pottstown, is a family brand, committed to providing products you can trust for the entire family! Bringing affordable luxury to hair care, beard care and baby essentials. Founded in 2020 by Husband & Wife, Donna and Shakeem Tomlin. Founders provide all hair care needs from products, tools and accessories to education on healthy hair choices!

View all retail - Shopping & Specialty Retail QuickLink Category | TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce

Arts & Culture:

Seeking to explore the arts and culture in the tri-county region? Start your exploration with a trip to any of the following TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce Members.

SHOW STOPPERS

Not only is Santander Arena & Performing Arts Center home to the Reading Royals, but they have also hosted hundreds of concerts and other forms of entertainment targeted to all age ranges. The Santander Performing Arts Center is known for bringing some of the hottest acts in show business to Reading and Berks County.

If you are interested in a live theatre experience, see a show at Steel River Playhouse. Every year they produce over 90 plays, musicals, concerts, and recitals, and host thousands of people as audiences, students, artists, donors, and volunteers from throughout the region. They are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit education and performance facility, located in Pottstown, supporting individual and community development through the performing arts. They offer performance opportunities for all ages through auditions, performance-based classes and workshops, private lesson recitals, and a summer camp program.

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT

Interested in line dancing, open mic nights, live performances, comedy, and other forms of entertainment? Attend any of SoulJoel’s events at The SunnyBrook Ballroom. One of the few remaining dance halls of the pre-World War II era still in existence, The SunnyBrook Ballroom is a vivid and well-known landmark in Pottstown. Throughout its heyday, the historic ballroom was a regular stop on the tours of all the era’s big bands and entertainers, including: Benny Goodman, Tommy and Jimmy Dorsey, Glenn Miller, Louis Armstrong, and Frank Sinatra.

UNIQUE EXPERIENCES

ArtFusion 19464, located in Pottstown, aims to provide an excellent education in the arts to both the youth and adults of the community. The instructors are all professional artists who limit class size for more individualized instruction. They help students to foster their creativity and develop their talents for both their personal enrichment and as a foundation for advanced studies in the arts.

COMMUNITY CULTURE

The fiberglass bears spread throughout Boyertown give a strong community feel which is a very important trait to not only Berks County but the entire tri-county region.

At the River of Revolutions Interpretive Center, located in Schuylkill River Greenways National Heritage, you can learn about the role the Schuylkill River region played in three revolutions: the American, Industrial and Environmental. The center also features fun, interactive exhibits, as well as maps, video monitors all of which provide informative information.

Founded in 1964, Pottstown Dance Theatre is a dance school with dance classes and lessons in Ballet and Pointe, Tap, Modern, Jazz, African, Hip-Hop, Creative Movement, Irish, Break Dance, Highland, Musical Theater, and Pilates. Pottstown Dance Theatre focuses on the growth of students as individuals. They believe that since dance is a performing art, performance experience is integral to dance education and the teaching curriculum and dance lessons span the entire year.

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For the athletes and more:

There are many things to do within the area to keep yourself active. Golf is a popular pastime with beautiful courses all over the tri-county area. Within the Chamber, we have six golf course Members: Bella Vista Golf Course, Ltd., Brookside Country Club, Hickory Valley Golf Club, RiverCrest Golf Club & Preserve, Spring Ford Country Club, Spring Hollow Golf Club, and Twin Ponds Golf Club.

The Schuylkill River National and State Heritage Area is alive with a remarkable diversity of historic, recreational, and cultural attractions with the 128-mile Schuylkill River as its center. Some of the activities you can do on the water include canoeing, kayaking, and fishing. There are also many activities that can be done surrounding the river such as hiking, biking, jogging, camping, picnicking and more. Did you know that there is an annual 112-mile guided canoe/kayak trip on the river? This is called the Schuylkill River Sojourn and it begins in the Summer in rural Schuylkill Haven and ends seven days later at Philadelphia’s Boathouse Row.

Splitting Edge Axe Throwing, located in Pottstown and established in 2018, gives customers an amazing entertainment experience. They are a premiere destination for fun-filled events such as team building activities, leagues, fundraisers, date night, and family entertainment. Their “Axe-perts” will guide you through your experience of learning how to throw axes for fun and sport. Must be 10 years of age and older.

Feel like catching a game at a local sporting event? Check out the Reading Fightin Phils! The Reading Fightin Phils (also called the Reading Fightins) are a minor league baseball team located in Reading and were founded in 1967.

If you would rather catch an ice hockey game, be sure to go to Santander Arena to watch the Reading Royals! The Reading Royals are a professional ice hockey team that currently plays in the ECHL. The team participates in the North Division of the ECHL’s Eastern Conference.

View all recreational activities - Recreation Category | TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce

Places to grab a beverage:

There are many places throughout the tri-county area where you can stop in and grab a drink or a meal. With a variety of beverages including smoothies, coffees, whiskey, ciders, beers, and cocktails - there is something for everyone!

Located in Boyertown, across the street from the Colebrookdale Railroad’s passenger station, is Brakeman’s Café. The café is named after a brakeman, an old-time railroad worker. At the café, they offer Twin Valley Coffee, specialty lemonades and teas, breakfast, lunch, and special events that can be enjoyed under their beautiful magnolia tree.

Looking for a relaxing atmosphere to enjoy dinner as well as enjoy a piece of history? The Iron Gate Biergarten, located in historic downtown Pottstown, is more than a bar, it’s an open air biergarten where old and new friends can meet while trying Pennsylvania-crafted spirits, beers, and ciders.

In July of 2012, Sly Fox Brewing Company opened up a tasting room at their newly established brewery in Pottstown. The Sly Fox Tastin' Room features a rotating menu of fresh beers and delicious fare in a casual, family-friendly atmosphere. At Sly Fox, it's all about the BEER. The Sly Fox Brewing Company has crafted hundreds of different varieties since their inaugural brew in December 1995.

With love and community being the top priority - Smoothie Q opened in 2021. After moving to the Berks County area and starting their family, owners Frank & Heather wanted to do more in the community pertaining to health and wellness. Located in Pottstown, Smoothie Q has a wide range of smoothies, health shots, bowls, Jamaican patties, food platters, and more!

View all restaurants - Restaurants Category | TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce

Historical sites to visit:

There is a lot of history within the 41 municipalities in northern Chester, southeastern Berks, and western Montgomery Counties that form the service area of the TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce.

With excursions from Boyertown to Pottstown, the Colebrookdale Railroad is your ticket to create memories to last a lifetime. Be sure to check out their unique accommodations, theme trains, or book reservations for your group’s special event when you visit!

Discover Pennsylvania’s Transportation History at the Boyertown Museum of Historic Vehicles! See vehicles of all types: gasoline, electric, and horse-drawn, including carriages, wagons, and sleighs. You will see “high wheelers” and “safety bicycles,” vehicle builder’s tools, and local historic roadside architecture. The museum is housed in the former home of the Boyertown Auto Body Works, which had continuous operations on the site from 1872 – 1990, and retains the factory setting, making it a unique and interesting setting for the vehicles.

At General Carl Spaatz Army Air Force Museum, self-guided tours are available during normal museum hours where visitors can wander the exhibits while listening to recorded descriptions and museum guides. For a truly one-of-a-kind journey, the museum offers an enhanced, immersive experience that places a small group of visitors in the time frame of interactive exhibits and invites the visitor to participate by living in history. The Spaatz Museum will embody “living the mission” by guiding visitors through preparing for, flying and surviving flight and combat. Museum staff, dressed in WWII uniforms, will talk of the wartime era. They will immerse museum visitors in the sights and sounds of aerial warfare, including attending pre-flight briefings, donning gear, and equipment, piloting a bomber, and acting as waist gunners and bombardiers and finally escaping from occupied France and a German POW camp.

This area is rich in history with so much more than what is featured above. We recommend doing a deep dive into the history of the region if you have a chance.

Where to stay in the tri-county area:

At Three Daughters Inn located in Pottstown, each suite is named after one of their daughters. You will find this charming home to be a comfortable place for great conversation, fabulous food and old fashion relaxation. Each suite has its own private bath, queen or king-sized bed, microwave and fridge. Don’t miss the Guest Library on the second floor where you may borrow or swap a book you have just finished for one of theirs. Enjoy time in their outdoor space, take your morning coffee on the wide front porch or catnap in a seat by the pond in the garden out back.

Discover a unique blend of comfort and convenience at Fairfield Inn & Suites Pottstown Limerick, the recently renovated hotel that is near shopping, dining and entertainment. It’s a short drive to the Philadelphia Premium Outlets, Valley Forge National Park, The Colebrookdale Railroad, and several other attractions. This hotel in Pottstown allows you to stay productive on the road with many free amenities, from Wi-Fi and on-site parking to daily hot breakfasts. Jump-start your day at the 24-hour fitness center or unwind in the evening at the outdoor pool and patio with a firepit.

The Atherton Inn is located within an hour of historic Valley Forge, Philadelphia and Central Pennsylvania/Lancaster County and nestled on Main Street in historic, charming downtown Boyertown. The Atherton Inn is the perfect place to plan your next getaway. This historic home is perfectly suited for a group stay – family or classmate reunions, bachelor or bachelorette groups, corporate retreats and more will find that 9 rooms can accommodate you and your fellow travelers with comfort, privacy and charm. Inside the charming walls of the Atherton, you’ll find all the touches of a modern accommodation, made personal to your preferences by host, Brenda Cullen. At the Atherton, your experience can be curated from start to finish.

Hampton Inn & Suites Kutztown is a half-mile from Kutztown University of Pennsylvania off Route-22. The annual Kutztown Folk Festival grounds and the downtown area are a five-minute drive away. Visit the Crystal Cave within five miles. Your stay includes free WiFi, daily hot breakfast, and access to the indoor pool and fitness center. Relax on the patio with a fire pit. Pets are welcome too.

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Additional resources and things to do:

ARTS & CULTURE

A'Dello Vineyard & Winery - Perkiomenville

The Philip and Muriel Berman Museum of Art at Ursinus College - Collegeville

Boyertown State Theatre - Boyertown

Colonial Theatre - Phoenixville

Community Music School - Trappe

Manatawny Creek Winery, Inc. - Douglassville

The National Center for Padre Pio, Inc. - Barto

Pottstown Children's Discovery Center - Pottstown

Studio B - Boyertown

HISTORY

Boyertown Area Historical Society - Boyertown

Daniel Boone Homestead - Birdsboro

Historic Preservation Trust of Berks County, The -Douglassville

Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site - Elverson

John James Audubon Center at Mill Grove - Audubon

Limerick Township Historical Society - Royersford

Memorial Park - Pottstown

MidAtlantic Air Museum Reading Regional Airport - Reading

Pennypacker Mills - Schwenksville

Peter Wentz Farmstead - Lansdale

Pottstown Historical Society - Pottstown

Pottsgrove Manor - Pottstown

Welkinweir - Pottstown

RECREATION/ENTERTAINMENT

Arnold’s Family Fun Center - Oaks

Bear Stadium - Boyertown

Carousel at Pottstown - Pottstown

Grandview Speedway, Inc. - Bechtelsville

Jay Lanes - Douglassville

Bowlero - Limerick

Manatawny Green - Pottstown

Trilogy Park BMX - Pottstown

PARKS

Blue Marsh National Recreation Area - Leesport

Evansburg State Park - Collegeville

French Creek State Park - Elverson

Green Lane Reservoir Park - Green Lane

Marsh Creek State Park - Downingtown

Norristown Farm Park - Norristown

Valley Forge Park - Chester County

SHOPPING

Coventry Mall - Pottstown

Downtown Boyertown - Boyertown - For information, contact Building a Better Boyertown*

Downtown Pottstown - Pottstown - For information, contact I Pick Pottstown*

Skippack Village - Skippack St. Peter’s Village and Inn - St. Peter’s

Annual Events For the Family

American Legion Games at Bear Stadium

Bock Fest & Goat Races

Boyertown Fun Days

Boyertown Pickfest

Chillin’ on Main

Coming Out of Hibernation 

Festival Duryea Day

Limerick Community Day

Oktoberfest

Philadelphia Ave. Street Fair

Pottstown FARM

Pottstown Fete en Blanc

Pottstown's GoFourth Festival

Pottstown Pet Fair

Pottstown Volleyball Rumble

Pow Wow on Manatawny Creek

Visitor's Bureau Information:

Chester County Conference & Visitors Bureau

300 Greenwood Rd., Kennett Square, PA 19348

484.700.8550

www.brandywinevalley.com

Pennsylvania’s Americana Region Visitor’s Center

4641 Pottsville Pike, Suite 103, Reading, PA 19605

610.375.4085

www.visitpaamericana.com

Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board

1000 First Ave., Suite 101, King of Prussia, PA 19406

610.834.1550

www.valleyforge.org

A complete list of Chamber Member sites of interest can be found in the online directory.