City of Scranton

Torah Signing
2025-09-28 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | 519 Clay Avenue to 1025 Vine Street
A Torah signing is a special religious and cultural celebration where community members gather to participate in the completion of a handwritten Torah scroll. A trained scribe (sofer) writes the final letters of the scroll, often with the assistance of participants who symbolically help hold the pen. This marks the completion of a sacred text that will be used in synagogue services.

Once the Torah is completed, it is customary to celebrate with singing and dancing. Traditionally, the community will take the new Torah into the streets in a joyful procession, accompanied by live music, dancing, and participants carrying the Torah under a canopy. This procession is a hallmark of Jewish heritage and symbolizes bringing the Torah into the heart of the community.

The event is family-friendly, respectful, and celebratory in nature. It usually lasts about an hour in the streets, with the majority of the program taking place indoors at the synagogue.

Scranton City Hall Open House
2025-10-03 18:00 - 20:00 | Scranton City Hall, 340 N Washington Ave, Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18503, United States
We’re hosting our first ever Open House, and you’re invited! 📬 ✨ Join us at #Scranton City Hall this Friday, October 3, from 6 to 8 PM as we partner with First Friday Scranton to celebrate our renovations with live music, activities, tours, and more!

Greenridge Fall Festival
2025-10-04 10:00 - 16:00 | 1924 Sanderson Ave – Electric Street
Neighborhood Fall Festival featuring local artisans, crafters, food trucks, events for kids. This is a rain or shine event.

Zummo's Cafe Second Annual Autumn Festival
2025-10-05 13:00 - 16:00 | 918 Marion Street
Autumn Festival at Zummo’s Cafe

Celebrate the cozy season with us at our annual Autumn Festival! Join friends, neighbors, and families for a day filled with crisp fall air, warm drinks, and seasonal fun.

What to Expect:

Freshly brewed fall lattes, cider, and seasonal pastries

Local vendors & farm-stand favorites

Kids’ activities & pumpkin decorating

Live music and cozy outdoor seating

Autumn décor and festive photo spots

Bring your loved ones, sip something warm, and make lasting memories in the heart of the community.

National Coming Out Day: Chalk the Rainbow
2025-10-11 09:00 - 10:00 | Crosswalk at N Washington Ave and Linden Street
Across the country, rainbow crosswalks, symbols of LGBTQIA+ pride and visibility, have been disappearing. But this National Coming Out day (Saturday, October 11th), join Queer NEPA, Pennsylvania Together, and local partners as we turn the streets into a canvas of joy, color, and community.

Pinebrook Block Party
2025-10-11 17:00 - 20:00 | 1100 Block of Capouse Ave.
The event is a fall-themed block party celebrating the 10-year anniversary of On&On.

The block party will feature food and alcohol vendors, music and entertainment provided by Rock107, and opportunities for small business owners to highlight how their work contributes to the neighborhood’s growth and revitalization.

The event is designed to be festive and family-friendly while also showcasing the role of local businesses in strengthening the community.

28th Running of the Steamtown Marathon
2025-10-12 08:00 - 15:00 | 200 N. Washington Avenue
USATF-certified, 26.2-mile road race.

Fall Wine & Food Festival at Lace Village
2025-10-18 12:00 - 16:00
Fall Wine & Food Festival at Lace Village

You’re invited to join us at Lace Village for our Fall Wine & Food Festival!

Spend the afternoon savoring delicious wines, enjoying flavorful food, and exploring a variety of local vendors offering unique goods and treats.

Take in the beauty of the Lace Village property as you stroll the grounds, sip, sample, and shop — all while supporting local businesses.

Date: Saturday, October 18th

Time: 12 PM – 4 PM

Location: Lace Village, Scranton, PA

Bring your friends, family, and neighbors for a festive afternoon of community, flavor, and fall fun. Don’t miss this celebration of local talent and the season’s best tastes!

Calla's 5K/Walk: Run for T1D
2025-10-25 09:00 - 11:00 | Lackawanna River Heritage Trail, Olive Street Trailhead
This is a race and walk to raise money for Breakthrough T1D.

Breakthrough T1D is the leading global organization funding type 1 diabetes research.

This event is held in honor of my daughter Calla who was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes.

16th Annual Turkey Trot
2025-11-02 08:00 - 12:00 | 525 Pine Street
Geisinger College of Health Sciences is hosting the 16th Annual Turkey Trot 5K/10K Run/Walk to benefit Friends of the Poor.

Run Against Hunger
2025-11-08 09:00 - 13:00 | Lackawanna River Heritage Trail, Olive Street Trailhead
The Scranton Running Company will be holding its annual Run Against Hunger 5k/10k race and 2 mile fun walk on the Lackawanna River Heritage Trail starting and ending at the Scranton Half Marathon pavilion.

Downtown On Ice
2026-01-16 17:00 - 21:00, 2026-01-17 10:00 - 21:00, 2026-01-18 10:00 - 16:00 | 200 N. Washington Ave, Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18503
3-Day Ice Festival in Downtown Scranton Friday, January 16th-Sunday, January18th with over 55 Ice Sculptures, Live Carving Demonstrations, and more, get ready to chill and thrill at this icy oasis, presented by Scranton Tomorrow! Scranton Tomorrow is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Scranton, PADowntown On Ice brings warmth and excitement to Scranton during the chilly and quieter months, transforming downtown into a vibrant hub of community and business activity. This annual event not only provides entertainment but also supports local businesses.

ShiverFest '26
2026-01-17 12:00 - 15:00 | Parker Street Landing to Sweeney’s Beach
ShiverFest is a non-competitive Extreme Kayak & Canoe Paddle where only the toughest of the tough dare paddle the river on January 17, 2026, river conditions permitting. Paddlers will travel approximately 2.7 miles of the Lackawanna River in Scranton from the Parker Street Landing to Sweeney’s Beach. Paddlers who are willing to brave the winter on the river should have their own vessel, PFD (mandatory) and wetsuit (strongly recommended).

Family to Family Easter Giveaway
2026-04-01 08:00 - 16:00 | The Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple, 420 N Washington Ave, Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18503, United States
The Friends of the Poor and Catherine McAuley Center Family to Easter Food Basket Giveaway will be held April 1 from 8 AM to 4 PM (or until supplies last) in front of the Cultural Center. It will be drive-through or walk up.

No pre-registration or documentation required

Good Friday Street Procession
2026-04-03 12:00 - 15:30 | 1217 Prospect Avenue – 305 Prospect Avenue
Good Friday Street Procession where the stations of the Cross are acted out in Spanish by members of the Hispanic Community of the parish of St. Teresa of Calcutta.

West Side Spring Eggstravaganza
2026-04-11 12:00 - 14:00 | Novembrino Splash Park, South 10th Ave and Washburn St, Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18504
The West Side Spring Eggstravaganza is a free community event that hosts an annual egg hunt in Novembrino Park to celebrate the arrival of the spring season. This event features live music, sweet treats, interactive family-friendly activities, and community resources for the whole family

Scranton Half Marathon
2026-04-11 13:00 - 2026-04-12 14:00 | Various Streets of Scranton
Two day running event. 5k race on 4/11/2026 and half marathon race on 4/12/2026

4/11/2026:

Times: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

4/12/2026:

Times: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM

PurpleStride 2026
2026-04-25 09:45 - 11:30 | Nay Aug Park, 500 Arthur Ave., Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18510
PurpleStride is an inspirational day to honor those we lost, celebrate survivors and turn the nation purple! It is a 5k family-friendly walk/run to raise funds and awareness for Pancreatic Cancer

RiverFest 2026
2026-05-02 11:00 - 14:00 | Parker Street Landing to Sweeney’s Beach
LRCA’s RiverFest 2026 will feature a sojourn paddle from Riverfront Park in Dickson City to Sweeney’s Beach in Scranton. The RiverFest celebration will be held at Parker Street Landing from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. This family-friendly event will have food, educational exhibitors, and live music.

The Office 5K
2026-05-02 13:00 - 14:30 | 500 Block of Linden Street
A road race that passes sites featured in the show The Office

Lackawanna College Spring Fling
2026-05-07 11:30 - 14:30 | 500 Block of Vine Street
End of year celebration for students to participate in activities.

Swingin' on Vine
2026-05-22 17:00 - 20:00 | 500 Vine Street
The Scranton Public Library will host its annual block party and fundraiser. Rain or shine. This event features live music, food, raffles, and seasonal cocktails. All guests must be 21 years of age or older.

Run 4 Ukraine
2026-08-22 09:00 - 10:00
5k run, 1 mile walk
