City of Scranton

Open Play Pickleball at Weston Field
2026-08-06 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-11 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-13 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-18 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-20 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Weston Field House, 982 Providence Road, Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18508, United States
Grab a paddle and join your neighbors for open play pickleball at Weston Field House. No experience needed.

Every Tuesday and Thursday of August.

Lebanese American Food Festival
2026-08-07 16:00 - 2026-08-09 19:00 | 125-127 St. Francis Cabrini Ave.
Parish Fundraiser Event: selling handmade Lebanese Foods, Deserts & Refreshments: beer, soda, raffles and games of chance.

8/7/2026: 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM

8/8/2026: 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM

8/9/2026: 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM

21st Annual Scranton Jazz Festival
2026-08-07 17:00 - 2026-08-09 23:00 | 700 Lackawanna Avenue
8/7/2026: 5:00 PM to 12:00 AM8/8/2026: 6:00 PM to 12:00 AM8/9/2026: 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM

The Scranton Jazz Festival is a 3-day jazz festival in Downtown Scranton. Friday & Saturday night offers the free Jazz Walk with 80+ musicians at 20+ venues. Saturday night is the main stage ticketed event featuring the award-winning New Orleans “Dirty Dozen Brass Band”, Sunday morning hosts multiple (5+) jazz brunches, followed by our Emmy Nominated SJF Big Band with the NEA Jazz Master Ron Carter as our special guest to honor the 100th birthday of Miles Davis & John Coltrane to close out the weekend.

Movies in the Park: How to Train Your Dragon | August 8, 2026
2026-08-08 19:00 - 21:00 | Crowley Park, 1199 Highnett Pl #901, Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18509
Join Scranton Parks & Recreation for their Summer Movies in the Park!

Movie: How to Train Your DragonMovie Start Time: 8:30 PMLocation: Crowley Park

With Free Gertrude Hawk Chocolates and Rolling Conez Ice Cream Truck!

Kids Cooking Class - Triple Lava Cake: August 11
2026-08-11 16:00 - 17:00 | Weston Field House, 982 Providence Road, Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18508, United States
Free Kids Cooking Class where children ages 8 to 12 will learn to make Triple Chocolate Lava Cake.

Registration is required. Spots are limited.

Email ssamad@scrantonpa.gov to register.

City Hall Pop-Up - Nay Aug Park: August 14
2026-08-14 13:00 - 16:00 | Nay Aug Park, 500 Arthur Ave., Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18510
Our August 7 City Hall Pop-Up has been moved to August 14!

Come learn about local resources, share concerns or ideas, and get to know your community.

City Hall Pop-Up: Hilltop Manor Block Party
2026-08-21 11:00 - 14:00 | Hilltop Manor, 136 Belvedere Drive, Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States
Our August 21 City Hall Pop-Up has been moved to Hilltop Manor’s Block Party.

Come learn about local resources, share concerns or ideas, and get to know your community.

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

Children's Career Fair
2026-08-22 10:00 - 13:00 | 431 N 7th Avenue
An event for families with children ages 3 to 12, designed to get children excited about their future possibilities. The event also has select employment opportunities for adults looking for a career change or for education options.

Block Party and Veterans Memorial Dedication
2026-08-22 12:00 - 16:00 | 1621 Washburn Street
The event will include a flag-raising ceremony, dedication of a memorial honoring veterans and retired law enforcement officers, youth-led patriotic activities, music and entertainment, children’s games and activities, food and refreshments, and tours of the Youth Center. The event is intended to bring the community together in recognition of those who have served our country and community while providing a safe and welcoming family event for local residents.

Griffin Pond Animal Shelter Rescue Run
2026-08-23 07:00 - 10:00 | Lackawanna River Heritage Trail, Olive Street Trailhead
5K, 10K, and fun walk to support Griffin Pond Animal Shelter

Open Play Pickleball at Weston Field: August 25
2026-08-25 11:00 - 13:00 | Weston Field House, 982 Providence Road, Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18508, United States

Kids Art Class at Weston Field: August 25
2026-08-25 17:00 - 18:30 | Weston Field House, 982 Providence Road, Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18508, United States
Join Parks and Rec for a free art class at Weston Field House!

Registration is required. Spots are limited.

Email ssamad@scrantonpa.gov to register.

Doggie Fashion Show at Connell Park
2026-08-26 15:00 - 17:00 | Connell Park, 800 Gibbons Street, Scranton, Pennsylvania
Calling all fashionable furry friends! Bring your dog dressed to impress for an afternoon of runway walks and tail wags!

Open Play Pickleball at Weston Field: August 27
2026-08-27 11:00 - 13:00 | Weston Field House, 982 Providence Road, Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18508, United States

South Side Farmers' Market
2026-09-05 10:00 - 13:00 | 526 Cedar Ave
United Neighborhood Center of NEPA South Side Farmers Market (Saturdays)

South Side Farmers’ Market
2026-09-12 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-19 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-26 10:00 - 13:00 | 526 Cedar Ave

Movies in the Park: The Goonies | October 10, 2026
2026-10-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Weston Field House, 982 Providence Road, Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18508, United States
Join Scranton Parks & Recreation for their Summer Movies in the Park!

Movie: The GooniesMovie Start Time: 8:30 PMLocation: Weston Field House

With Free Gertrude Hawk Chocolates!

5K and All-Abilities Walk
2026-10-17 09:00 - 11:00 | 816 Providence Road, 816 Providence Road, Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States
Join us for the Team Allied Services 5K and All-Abilities Walk sponsored by Aon and Quantum Rehab. You’re invited to this exciting event as we raise funds for and celebrate the achievements of children and adults with disabilities. This is more than just a race – it’s a day of community, inclusivity, and joy.

Come for the 5K or 2 Mile Walk and stay for the All-Abilities Walk.

As always, following the 5K and 2-Mile Walk, our FREE All-Abilities Walk invites everyone to the track!The highlight of the day is the All-Abilities Walk – a time for our pediatric and adult patients to shine. We’ll be cheering for our patients as they mark significant milestones in rehab on the track. You won’t want to miss it! Lace up your sneakers, grab a friend, and make dreams come true for children with disabilities in NE & Central Pennsylvania!
