17 Fun & Free Things to Do This Summer in the Lehigh Valley

Like many parents, I am always on the hunt for things to do with the kids. It's an added bonus when, not only are we having fun, but it doesn't cost anything. (Who doesn't love free?) So, I scoured the interwebs in search of upcoming, free fun throughout the Lehigh Valley.

1. Allentown Art Museum -- Check out the Toulouse Lautrec exhibit. The museum offers free admission on Sundays, and kids 5 and under are always free.
2. Appalachian Trail -- Take the kids on a hike! You can pick up the trail on Rt. 309N.
3. ArtsQuest - Peas & Qs is a great family program at the SteelStacks in Bethlehem. Events start at 11:30; I recommend getting there a bit early to get a good seat.
   
4. Barnes and Noble -- Story time is offered Tuesdays and Fridays at 10:30 a.m. at the Lehigh Valley Mall location.
5. Bob Rodale Fitness Park -- You can't beat the giant sandbox at this park. The kids will love it!
   
6. Chick-fil-A -- Story times and family nights in Trexlertown at the Chick-fil-A on Hamilton Boulevard.
7. Concerts - Free concerts on select Saturday nights in Lower Macungie and on Friday nights in July at 7 p.m. at the Promenades.
8. Lehigh Valley Amateur Astronomy Society --August 13 at 7:30 p.m. for grades 6 - 12; free planetarium show at the South Mountain observatory.
9. Lehigh Valley Road Runners -- There are still a few kids races left this summer. Register online.
10. Lehigh Valley Zoo -- The Lehigh Valley Business group is sponsoring a free night at the Zoo on August 2nd. To register go to http://lvbgtakesoverlvzoo.eventbrite.com.
11. Parkland Library -- Keep the kids reading all summer long! The Parkland Community Library has a great summer reading club for kids 2 and up.
12. Promenade Shoppes -- Pack their bathing suits and play in the PopJet by Starbucks. Little ones go crazy for this water time play action. Open 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
13. Promenade Shoppes Kids Day -- Enjoy free family-friendly activities on August 17 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
14. Saucon Rail Trail -- Get out their bikes or go for a run! Great exercise and burns off energy (just in time for naps).
15. South Whitehall Township -- At 10 a.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the township offers various free crafts and story times. Registration with the township building is requested.
16. Trexler Nature Preserve -- Forge the Jordan River and picnic at this free and picturesque spot.
    
17. Vacation Bible Schools - Check out our list of VBS programs.

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Do you have more events to share? What does your family like to do ... for free ... in the Valley? Share your events and ideas for fun below!