things to do in Bethlehem PA and Lehigh Valley PA this week (Mon, Aug 18 – Sun, Aug 24, 2025)

Free outdoor music, family-friendly creativity, and great dining—here’s your quick, skimmable guide.

Comedy • Bethlehem

Matt Mathews: Boujee On A Budget Tour (Fri, Aug 22)

Viral comic Matt Mathews brings his sharp, storytelling humor to the Wind Creek Event Center for a laugh-out-loud Friday night. Easy parking, on-site dining, and great sightlines make this an effortless night out.

Address: 77 Wind Creek Blvd, Bethlehem, PA 18015 • Phone: (610) 297-7414
Website: Wind Creek Event Center

Image credit: Wind Creek Event Center

Free Concerts • SouthSide Bethlehem

Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks: Free Outdoor Concerts (Thu–Sat)

Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy free, high-energy shows under the iconic blast furnaces. This week features House of Hamill (Thu, Aug 21), Cristina Vane (Fri, Aug 22), and DuPont Brass (Sat, Aug 23) at 7:30pm.

Address: 789 E 1st St, Bethlehem, PA 18015 • Phone: (610) 332-1300
Lineup & details: Levitt Pavilion concerts

Image credit: Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks / ArtsQuest

Stay near it all: Courtyard Bethlehem Lehigh Valley/I-78

Modern rooms, easy highway access, and minutes to SteelStacks, downtown, and Wind Creek.

Book your stay today!

Crayola Experience Easton colorful attractions

Family Fun • Easton

Crayola Experience Easton (Daily)

Create your own crayon wrapper, make drip-art, and explore 20+ hands-on attractions—perfect for a colorful half-day with kids. Check hours and save by buying tickets online.

Address: 30 Centre Square, Easton, PA 18042 • Phone: (610) 515-8000
Website: Crayola Experience Easton

Image credit: Crayola Experience

Explore • SteelStacks Campus

Visitor Center & SteelStacks Walk (Daily)

Drop by the Bethlehem Visitor Center to plan your day and stroll the arts campus beneath the towering blast furnaces. It’s an easy way to catch exhibits, tours, and scenic views in one stop.

Address: 711 E 1st St, Bethlehem, PA 18015 • Phone: (610) 297-7200
More info: SteelStacks Visitor Center

Image credit: SteelStacks / ArtsQuest

Bethlehem • 4.6★ (Tripadvisor)

Apollo Grill

A lively downtown staple since 1999, Apollo Grill pairs crowd-pleasing New American plates with a polished bar program and warm, professional service. Great for lunch, dinner, or late-night bites.

Address: 85 W Broad St, Bethlehem, PA 18018 • Phone: (610) 865-9600
Website: apollogrill.com • Rating source

Image credit: Apollo Grill

Bethlehem • 4.5★ (OpenTable)

Edge Restaurant & Lounge

Contemporary American with French & Asian influences, a thoughtful wine list, and scratch-made dishes from Chef Timothy Widrick. Ideal for date night or celebrations.

Address: 74 W Broad St Suite #220, Bethlehem, PA 18018 • Phone: (610) 814-0100
Website: edgerestaurant.net • Rating source

Image credit: Edge Restaurant & Lounge

Bethlehem • 4.8★ (OpenTable)

Bolete

Farm-driven fine dining in a historic stagecoach inn, with seasonally changing menus and impeccable technique. A destination meal in the Lehigh Valley.

Address: 1740 Seidersville Rd, Bethlehem, PA 18015 • Phone: (610) 868-6505
Website: boleterestaurant.com • Rating source

Image credit: Bolete Restaurant

Bethlehem • 4.5★ (OpenTable)

The Bayou — Southern Kitchen

Comfort-forward Southern plates—think fried chicken, shrimp & grits, and craft cocktails—in a lively, welcoming space. Great for groups and casual nights out.

Address: 702 Hawthorne Rd, Bethlehem, PA 18018 • Phone: (610) 419-6669
Website: datbayoulv.com • Rating source

Image credit: The Bayou

Courtyard Bethlehem Lehigh Valley/I-78

Close to Lehigh Valley’s best things to do, with comfy rooms, a 24/7 Market, and on-site Bistro.

Book your stay today!

Sources & Credits

Matt Mathews at Wind Creek Event Center (details & image): Wind Creek Event Center event page. Source: windcreekeventcenter.com. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks (lineup, venue info): Levitt concerts lineup & venue pages. Sources: levittsteelstacks.org. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
SteelStacks campus & Visitor Center info: steelstacks.org venue pages. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Crayola Experience Easton (hours/details & image): crayolaexperience.com/easton. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
Restaurants:
- Apollo Grill — official site & Tripadvisor rating. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
- Edge Restaurant — official site & OpenTable rating. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
- Bolete — official site & OpenTable rating. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
- The Bayou — official site & OpenTable rating. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
All images used are from official websites and credited in-card.