things to do in Bethlehem PA and Lehigh Valley PA this week (Mon, Aug 25 – Sun, Aug 31, 2025)

Art workshops, live music, industrial history, and top-tier dining in beautiful Lehigh Valley.

Art Workshop • SteelStacks

Plein Air Painting – SteelStacks (Mon, Aug 25)

Channel your inner artist with an al fresco painting session right beneath the iconic blast furnaces. A 1½-hour guided Plein Air session ideal for beginners and art lovers alike.

Location: SteelStacks Arts Campus, Bethlehem, PA • Website: ArtsQuest event page

Image credit: ArtsQuest

Concert • Bethlehem

The Superhit Tour – Vishal & Sheykhar (Fri, Aug 29)

Bollywood composers-turned-performers Vishal & Sheykhar bring their “Superhit Tour” to Wind Creek Event Center for one electrifying show. Only Tri-State appearance—don’t miss it!

Address: 77 Wind Creek Blvd, Bethlehem, PA 18015 • Phone: (610) 297-7414
More info: Event listing

Image credit: Sulekha Events

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

Modern rooms, easy highway access, and minutes to SteelStacks and the Wind Creek Event Center.

Book your stay today!

History • Bethlehem

National Museum of Industrial History (Daily)

Explore Bethlehem Steel’s industrial legacy through interactive exhibits and authentic artifacts in this Smithsonian-affiliated museum—fascinating for all ages.

Address: 602 E 2nd St, Bethlehem, PA 18015 • Website: nmih.org

Image credit: National Museum of Industrial History

Live Music • Citywide

Late-Summer Musikfest Vibes (Aug 25–31)

Though Musikfest ended earlier in August, the arts campus and local venues continue with music, food, and artisan activity all week—carry on the festival spirit under SteelStacks.

More info: Musikfest website

Image credit: Musikfest / ArtsQuest

Bethlehem • 4.7★ (OpenTable)

Twisted Olive

A creative bistro with a world-twist menu and seasonal specials that delight. Known for inventive dishes and a comfy yet elevated vibe—great for casual fine dining.

Website: twistedolivebethlehem.com • Rating source: OpenTable

Image credit: Twisted Olive

Bethlehem • 4.7★ (OpenTable)

Chop House at Wind Creek

An upscale steakhouse inside Wind Creek offering premium steaks, seafood, and handcrafted cocktails—perfect for a special night out or celebratory dinner.

Website: Wind Creek Dining • Rating source: OpenTable

Image credit: Chop House at Wind Creek

Bethlehem • 4.7★ (OpenTable)

The Tap Room at Hotel Bethlehem

Enjoy classic American fare among historic surroundings with seasonal menus and locally-sourced ingredients. Jazz nights on Thursdays add extra charm.

Website: OpenTable listing • Rating source: OpenTable

Image credit: The Tap Room at Hotel Bethlehem

Bethlehem • 4.6★ (Tripadvisor)

Apollo Grill

A lively, polished New American restaurant downtown praised for its broad menu and friendly service—perfect any time of day from brunch to late-night bites.

Website: apollogrill.com • Rating source: Tripadvisor

Image credit: Apollo Grill

Courtyard Bethlehem Lehigh Valley/I-78

Comfy rooms, convenient location, and perfect starting point for your arts and dining adventure.

Book your stay today!

Sources & Credits

Plein Air Painting – SteelStacks: ArtsQuest event page.
The Superhit Tour – Vishal & Sheykhar: Sulekha Events listing. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
National Museum of Industrial History: Wikipedia entry for NMIH. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
Musikfest continuing activity: Musikfest website (continuing vibes). :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
Twisted Olive, Chop House, The Tap Room: OpenTable “nearby restaurants” list. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
Apollo Grill rating: Tripadvisor top-restaurants list. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
All images are sourced from official sites and credited in-card.