Pocono Mountains Spring Events You Can't Miss

Pocono Mountains Food and Wine Festivals

Brew and Chili Fest at Country Junction

Country Junction - World's Largest General Store
Dates: Saturday, March 14, 2026
Times: 11 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost: $15/person to sample chili only and vote; $15/person to sample brews; $30 to sample both

It's the perfect way to warm up on blustery March day: head to Lehighton to taste different chili creations and vote for your favorite plus sip on micro brews made in the Poconos. Take some time to follow the yellow brick road and discover all that Country Junction has to offer. Don't forget to check out Country Junction's Mac and Cheese Fest on Saturday, April 18 as well!

Spring Baskets Snip and Sip

Gorgeous Floral
Date: Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Time: 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Cost: $65/person; $120/two guests
Surround yourself with colorful blooms at Gorgeous Floral in Hawley as you craft the perfect basket to use as a spring centerpiece. There will be a signature cocktail to sip as well as light snacks to enjoy.

Marina Crawl Boats and Bites

The Dock on Wallenpaupack
Date: Saturday, March 28, 2026
Time: 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Cost: Free
Can't wait to get out on the water again? Spend your Saturday at Marina Crawl Boats and Bites at The Dock on Wallenpaupack. Listen to live music, learn about Tiki Boat rides coming this summer, and see the Freedom Boat Club's fleet.

Feast Like A Viking Beer Dinner

Wallenpaupack Brewing Company
Date: Friday, April 17, 2026
Time: 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Cost: $60/person
Break out your fur cloaks and shields! Wallenpaupack Brewing Company is hosting a Feast Like A Viking Beer Dinner that would satisfy even Thor's appetite! Come dressed up, take a tour of the brewery, and enjoy four courses of smoked meats, rich flavors, and amazing beer pairings.

Three Hammers Wine & Cheese

Three Hammers Winery
Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026
Time: 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Cost: $35/person
Did you know Three Hammers Winery is debuting a new release to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Lake Wallenpaupack this year? Be one of the first to sample The Centennial and help raise funds for Wallenpauapck High School with basket raffles and a 50/50 drawing during the Three Hammers Wine & Cheese event.

Kalahari Food and Not Just Wine Festival

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions
Date: Sunday, April 26, 2026
Time: 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost: $75/person early bird; $99/person day of event
An exciting culinary journey awaits at Kalahari Resorts & Conventions in Pocono Manor. The one-day festival features incredible eats and drinks from the signature restaurants at the resort plus tasting from 75+ local and national beverage vendors, not to mention live entertainment around every corner. Feast on amazing flavors then take a dance break to work up an appetite to sample more.

Outdoor Spring Events in the Poconos

Pocono Whitewater Adventures Opening Day

Pocono Whitewater Adventures
Date: Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Time: Call for times
Cost: $79.99/person
Summer can't be too far away if whitewater is back! Suit up to take on the rapids of the Lehigh River for Pocono Whitewater's 49th year of white water rafting in Jim Thorpe and their first runs of 2026.

Earth Day Festival and America's 250 Year Anniversary

West End Fairgrounds
Date: Friday through Sunday, April 17-19, 2026
Time: 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Cost: $9/11 and over; 10 and under free; bring a donation for benefactors and receive a $1 off admission
Enjoy the Marching Band battle, dance performances, vendors, crafters, basket raffle, and (tentative) Saturday fireworks at the inaugural Earth Day Festival at the West End Fairgrounds!

The Jim Thorpe Running Festival

Jim Thorpe, PA
Date: Saturday and Sunday, April 25-26, 2026
Time: 8 a.m.
Cost: Varies
Looking for a spring race? Sign up for The Jim Thorpe Running Festival and jog along the scenic D&L and Lehigh Gorge Trails for an out-and-back Saturday marathon.

Plant Sale

Pocono Environmental Education Center
Date: Saturday and Sunday, May 9-10, 2026
Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost: Free admission
Stock up your garden for a new season! Head to PEEC to browse blooms for the shade and the sun, with a variety of native and deer-resistant flowers and grasses.

Quiet Valley Annual Farm Animal Frolic

Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm
Date: Saturday and Sunday, May 16-17, 2026
Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost: $18/person; $10/ages 3-12; free/under 3
Take your little ones to Quiet Valley to meet adorable animals including newly-hatched chicks, baby piglets, lambs, and bunnies this spring. Jenny and Judy, the farm's workhorses, will also be out and about.

Easter in the Poconos

Easter Egg Express

The Stourbridge Line
Date: Dates vary between March 28 - April 4, 2026
Time: Train Departs: 10 AM; 1 PM; 4 PM
Cost: $35/adult 13+, $30/child 3-12, free for children 2 and under (lap seat)
Wondering where to see the Easter bunny? He's riding the rails! Make family memories and get some photos with the Easter Bunny during a train excursion along the Lackawaxen River! There will be an Easter story, activities, and an egg carton for each child to take home.

Breakfast with the Easter Bunny at Skytop

Skytop Lodge
Date: Sunday, March 29, 2026
Time: 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Cost: $48/guests over 10; $25/ages 3 to 9; under 2 free
Enjoy an Easter buffet on Palm Sunday in the Evergreen Ballroom with a special guest then work off those calories during an egg hunt at beautiful Skytop Lodge. Don't forget your basket! Skytop will also offer a traditional brunch on Easter Sunday itself at Windsor and Lakeview.

Easter Egg Hunt on the Snow

Blue Mountain Resort
Date: Saturday, April 4, 2026
Time: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Cost: Free!
Spring may be here, but ski season isn't over yet! Head to the Summit Courtyard at Blue Mountain Resort where kids under 12 can take part in an Easter egg hunt in the snow. Grab lunch afterwards at the Slopeside Pub & Grill where kids will eat FREE with the purchase of an adult entree.

Easter Buffets

The Restaurant at Stroudsmoor Country Inn
Date: Sunday, April 5, 2026
Time: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Cost: $55.95/person (brunch); $62.95/person(dinner); Plus beverages; Children under 10 half-price
Whether you're looking for an Easter brunch or an Easter dinner, Stroudsmoor Country Inn will be serving culinary delights twice on Easter Sunday. Call ahead to make reservations for a memorable family meal.

Easter Sunrise Service

The Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort
Date: Sunday, April 6, 2026
Time: 6:30 a.m. to 7:15 a.m.
Cost: Free!
He is risen! Attend one of the most unique Easter events in the Pocono and celebrate the glory of Easter with a song and a short worship service while watching the sun rise over the Delaware River from the grounds of The Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort.

Community Happenings

Milford 3rd Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade

Milford, PA
Date: Saturday, March 21, 2026
Time: 3 p.m.
Cost: Free!
Join the small town of Milford to get in the Irish spirit with an Emerald Isle parade making its way through town. Enjoy shopping and dining in the historic downtown before and after the parade!

Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade

Stroudsburg, PA
Date: Sunday, March 22, 2026
Time: 1:15 p.m.
Cost: Free
There are more shamrock shenanigans in store in Stroudsburg during the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade that winds its way from Stroudsburg High School to Crystal Street in East Stroudsburg. Read our blog for even more ways to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in the Poconos or watch the parade live on Pocono Television Network.

The Greater Pocono Home and Outdoor Living Show

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions
Date: Saturday and Sunday, April 18-19, 2026
Time: Varies
Cost: Free admission
Planning some home or garden renovations this spring? Get inspiration and find local vendors and craftsmen at the largest consumer home show in Northeastern Pennsylvania held in the Kilimanjaro Ballroom at Kalahari.

Pick Up the Poconos Day

Various Locations
Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Cost: Free!
Help us make the Poconos region clean, green, and beautiful for everyone to enjoy! Save the date. This annual litter clean-up will take place at pick up sites throughout our four counties. The deadline to sign up is Friday, April 17, 2026 by 5 p.m.

Climb Pocono to End Cancer

Camelback Resort
Date: Saturday, May 16, 2026
Time: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Cost: $25/person
Support the fight against cancer during this family-friendly, 3-mile hiking challenge that finished on the summit of Big Pocono State Park. There will be a live DJ, fun activities, and a shuttle back to the starting point.

Pocono Mountains Spring Festivals

Savor things to do in spring and make some spring memories at great Pocono events! Save money on your escape with seasonal special offers and don't forget to clear your calendar for more exciting Pocono festivals and annual events happening throughout summer, fall, and winter. Check out our travel guide, available in digital and print versions, to start planning your trip!