Best Summer Festivals in the Poconos for Families and Friends
Summertime in the Poconos is all about sunshine, adventure, and lively festivals. Whether you’re looking for music, food, or outdoor fun, these summer festivals in 2025 are perfect for families and friends.
GreekFest~Opa! – May and October 2025
If you love Greek food, and who doesn’t, then this semi-annual festival is for you! Enjoy the Stroudsburg community with great food, dancing and eating at the Greek Orthodox Church in south Stroudsburg. They also open the kitchen up for SuperBowl with a limited menu.
GreekFest in south Stroudsburg in May & October 2025
Pocono Raceway Festival – June 2025
Held in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, this festival celebrates the excitement of NASCAR’s presence in the Poconos. Featuring live music, food trucks, and car displays, it’s an action-packed event for race enthusiasts.
Raceway Festival in Stroudsburg Borough in June, 2025
Milford Music Festival – July 2025
Experience live performances from talented musicians in the historic town of Milford. Enjoy diverse musical genres while strolling through charming streets filled with food vendors and craft stalls.
Milford Music Festival in Milford in July, 2025
Wally Lake Fest – August 2025
A weekend-long celebration of Lake Wallenpaupack, this festival offers boat parades, water activities, live music, and great food along the scenic lakefront.
Wally Fest in Lake Wallenpaupack and Hawley are in August, 2025
Pocono Irish American Festival – September 2025
The Pocono Irish American Club hosts a festival that celebrates, veterans, 9/11 victims and America during their festival. Live music, vendors, delicious food and more available on September 6, 2025.
Pocono Irish American Club Festival in Stroudsburg in September 2025
47th Jazz & Arts Festival – September 2025
Celebration of the Arts (COTA) is hosting the festival at the Main Stage in Delaware Water Gap and also at the ever popular Deer Head Inn. The festival attracts world-class musicians, performing artists, as well as visual artists for you to wander around and peruse their works and art.
COTA Jazz Festival in Delaware Water Gap in September, 2025
StroudFest – Labor Day Weekend 2025
Celebrate everything Stroudsburg and Monroe County in downtown Stroudsburg on Saturday with live music, food (especially BBQ), vendors, artisans and more!
Pickle Me Poconos Festival – October 2025
Everything pickles is what you’ll find at the Pickle Me Poconos Festival located on Crystal Street in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. There is pickle foods, pickle drinks as well as vendors, activities and live music. Free bus service from ESU courtesy of MCTA!
Pickle Me Poconos in East Stroudsburg in October 2025
Plan Your Year in the Poconos
No matter when you visit, there’s always something happening in the Poconos. These annual events showcase the region’s vibrant culture, natural beauty, and welcoming communities. Mark your calendar and get ready to experience the best of the Poconos in 2025!
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