For 34 years, Christkindlmarkt has brought the charm of a traditional German Christmas market to Bethlehem, earning national recognition as one of the country’s premier holiday shopping destinations while helping establish the Christmas City as a must-visit destination during the holiday season.
The Lehigh Valley’s vibrant arts community took center stage Thursday evening as the ArtsQuest Foundation celebrated the 10th Anniversary Linny Awards presented by Elaine Emrick, honoring nine individuals and organizations whose creativity, generosity and commitment to the arts continue to make a lasting impact across the region.
Representing a wide range of visual media—from painting, printmaking and photography to ceramics, glass, sculpture and mixed media—the artists will create, connect and collaborate alongside fellow local creatives.
Guests filled the ArtsQuest Campus at SteelStacks to enjoy a lively celebration of all things German for the 16th annual Oktoberfest presented by Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE).
Soon, Ava’s name—and her creative spirit—will become part of a new chapter in ArtsQuest’s own history through the Ava Grace Maitz Ceramics Studio at the ArtsQuest Creative Factory powered by PPL.
ArtsQuest has announced additional Musikfest Café performances for the first quarter of 2027, bringing a lineup of acclaimed tribute acts and live music to Bethlehem throughout February and March, in addition to the previously announced January performances.
ArtsQuest today announced the second major construction milestone in the revitalization of the historic Lehigh Valley Health Network, part of Jefferson Health Turn & Grind Shop, bringing together elected officials, community leaders, project partners, donors and supporters for a ceremonial beam signing at SteelStacks.
ArtsQuest’s Musikfest Café is kicking off 2027 with a lively January lineup packed with ’90s favorites, classic rock, Britpop, acclaimed comedy and meticulously crafted tributes to some of music’s most enduring artists.
Following his breakout run on the second season of American Idol, Aiken headlined Musikfest in 2004, drawing tremendous demand for tickets, and returned to headline the festival again in 2005. He has since performed at the Musikfest Cafe in 2012. On March 4, he’ll return for an intimate performance featuring new music, a catalog of fan favorites, and a voice that first introduced him to millions.
The dead come alive at this Halloween celebration as DJ Andrew Highland spins a haunting mix of Halloween-inspired hits and crowd favorites throughout the night, keeping the undead dancing well into the evening.
