Dauphin and Lebanon counties
What's Happening in Central PA This Week: September 13–September 23, 2026
This week moves from knitting and trivia to cupcake decorating, a book discussion and an expo featuring reptiles and exotic pets. A full week of limited-time crab-inspired specials makes our pick Crabfest.
The pick: Crabfest
Free this week
0 free outings.
Crabfest
Multiple limited-time crab-inspired specials make this more than a single featured dish. It’s the week’s best excuse to turn a meal out into the main event.
- When
- Where
- Quentin Tavern Restaurant, 81 W. Main St, Lebanon, PA 17042 — Lebanon County
Jazz and Wine Festival
- When
- Where
- Fort Hunter Park, 5300 N. Front Street — Dauphin County
Brad Williams
Brad Williams started doing stand-up as a teenager and later added acting credits including “Legit” and “Sam and Cat.” This is the week’s straight-ahead comedy choice.
- When
- Where
- Hershey Theatre, 15 E. Caracas Avenue, Hershey, PA 17033 — Dauphin County
Kid’s Story Time & Cupcake Decorating
Kid’s Story Time & Cupcake Decorating pairs a fan-favorite book with a themed cupcake. Pre-registration is required, and attendees must bring their order confirmation.
- When
- Where
- Lancaster Cupcake – Lebanon location, 111 Springwood Dr., Lebanon, PA — Lebanon County
- Cost
- $16.99
- Registration / Age requirements
- Registration / Age requirements
Breakfast Bingo
Breakfast Bingo puts games and prizes alongside the morning meal.
- When
- Where
- Chick-fil-A Lebanon Plaza, 1147 Quentin Road, Lebanon, PA 17042 — Lebanon County
Sit & Knit
Sit & Knit is a place to talk, ask questions and share an interest in knitting and crochet.
- When
- Where
- Myerstown Community Library, 199 N. College St., Myerstown, PA 17067 — Lebanon County
- Registration / Age requirements
- Registration / Age requirements
Debut Author Book Club – The Jellyfish Problem by Tessa Yang
Debut Author Book Club – The Jellyfish Problem by Tessa Yang centers September’s discussion on Tessa Yang’s selected novel. The collaboration between Palmyra Public Library and Book Bar also has the beverage bar available during the gathering.
- When
- Where
- Book Bar, 50 N. Railroad St, Palmyra, PA 17078 — Lebanon County
Weekly Trivia Night
Weekly Trivia Night sticks to general-knowledge questions, food and friendly competition.
- When
- Where
- Mt Gretna Hideaway, 40 Boulevard Ave, Mount Gretna, PA 17064 — Lebanon County
Mid-Atlantic Reptile Show
Mid-Atlantic Reptile Show features reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates, plants and supplies. The chance to ask breeders and vendors questions is the useful part, especially for anyone considering an exotic pet rather than merely browsing.
- When
- Where
- Lebanon Expo Center, 80 Rocherty Road, Lebanon, PA 17042 — Lebanon County
- Cost
- $10.00
Looking ahead: September 20–23, 2026
Philadelphia Tea Party Cat Show
Philadelphia Tea Party Cat Show has pedigreed cats and household pets competing across multiple rings. Between judging sessions, visitors can walk the benching rows to see different breeds up close and speak with exhibitors when permitted.
- When
- Where
- Lebanon Expo Center, 80 Rocherty Road, Lebanon, PA 17042 — Lebanon County
Nighttime Critters
Nighttime Critters turns the focus to bats, owls, fishers and other animals active after dark. The program examines the adaptations that let them function with minimal light.
- When
- Where
- Memorial Lake State Park, 18 Boundary Road, Grantville, PA 17028 — Lebanon County
Adult Craft Night: Wooden Spoons
Adult Craft Night: Wooden Spoons supplies the materials for adults to paint a decorative set. It’s for ages 18 and older, and registration is required by phone or in person.
- When
- Where
- Myerstown Community Library, 199 N. College St., Myerstown, PA 17067 — Lebanon County
- Registration / Age requirements
- Registration / Age requirements