Archived edition: The events in this post have passed. See the latest Catasauqua this-week post for what is happening now.
As the Lehigh Valley settles into mid-September, there is plenty on the calendar in Catasauqua and North Catasauqua: the borough's summer concert series wraps with a rescheduled show this Friday, the Catasauqua council holds its September business meeting next Monday, the school district has an early-dismissal day on the 23rd, and Bethlehem's big Celtic Classic is just weeks away. Here is what is happening in and around the 18032 ZIP code this week, plus a few good places to eat nearby.
This is an archived weekly roundup.
The events and news in this post covered the week of September 8, 2026, and have since passed. For current Catasauqua and North Catasauqua news, events, and things to do, see the latest post on the blog.
Local News and Community Happenings
Catasauqua's free summer concert series wraps up for the season with a rescheduled show: Friday, September 11, the T&T Band is on the schedule at the borough's summer concert lineup. Music lovers who missed earlier dates can catch this make-up performance; as always, confirm the location and start time on the borough's official calendar, since outdoor concert plans can shift with the weather.
The Catasauqua Borough Council holds its regular business meeting Monday, September 21. Council business meetings are open to the public, and agendas are posted on the borough website ahead of time, so residents can review what is scheduled before they attend. Borough offices and the council calendar are the best first stop for anything happening at the borough level this month.
Over in North Catasauqua, the borough's Betterment Committee is planning Autumnfest, the community celebration that typically takes place in October at William J. Albert Memorial Park on Grove Street, running from late morning into the afternoon. The exact timing for this year's event has not been finalized, so watch North Catasauqua Borough's site and social channels for the official date and details.
And the annual Catasauqua/North Catasauqua Halloween Parade is starting to take shape. The 2026 parade date, rain date, and participant registration form are usually announced in early autumn, so families, schools, and local groups wanting to get involved should keep an eye on the parade's page and the borough sites in the coming weeks.
Quick Calendar for the Week Ahead
- Summer concert series: T&T Band (rescheduled)Fri, Sep 11
- Catasauqua Borough Council business meetingMon, Sep 21
- Early dismissal, all district buildingsWed, Sep 23
- Celtic Classic Highland Games, BethlehemSep 25-27
- Columbus Day: no schoolMon, Oct 12
At the Catasauqua Area School District
The Catasauqua Area School District's 2026-27 calendar shows an early-dismissal day for all buildings on Wednesday, September 23, so families can plan for an earlier pickup that afternoon. Parents should also note Monday, October 12, which is listed as a no-school day for the Columbus Day holiday.
The board of education met Tuesday, September 8 at the District Administrative Offices, and board meetings are typically held monthly and are open to the public, with agendas posted on the district website. Fall varsity sports are underway under the Rough Riders banner, with schedules and team news posted on the Rough Riders athletics site.
Things to Do in the Area
Just up the road in Bethlehem, the Celtic Classic Highland Games and Festival returns September 25 through 27, 2026. Billed as the largest free Celtic festival in North America, it brings pipe bands, Highland athletics, Celtic music, and food to downtown Bethlehem, and it is an easy drive from Catasauqua.
Fall harvest season is also getting going across the valley. Grim's Orchard and Family Farm in Breinigsville runs its Fall Festival and Corn Maze on weekends through October, with a pumpkin patch, farm animals, and family rides. Historic Burnside in Bethlehem welcomes a mid-September apple celebration, and SteelStacks in Bethlehem rounds out the season with its Oktoberfest. Harvest events and hours shift with the season, so it pays to confirm each one before you head out.
Closer to home, the D&L Trail runs right past North Catasauqua along the Lehigh River, and the trail segment connecting North Catasauqua to Northampton is a great place for a walk, run, or bike ride as the foliage begins to turn. William J. Albert Memorial Park on Grove Street is just around the block from 514 Grove Street, handy for an evening stroll between showings.
Good Places to Eat Nearby
If you are showing the home at 514 Grove St. or just touring the neighborhood, these local spots are worth a stop:
- Pie's On Pizzeria: a well-reviewed pizzeria at 106 Pine St., Catasauqua, for takeout or a casual dinner close to the property.
- The Catty Corner Neighborhood Pub and Pie: a local pub at 301 Mulberry St., Catasauqua, for pizza and a friendly neighborhood atmosphere.
- Blocker's Coffeehouse: a long-running local coffee shop at 309 Front St., Catasauqua, ideal for a morning cup before your first showing.
- Sazon Dominicano Restaurante: at 215 Bridge St., in the heart of the borough, for something different at lunch or dinner.
Where to Confirm What Is On
Event dates and times can change, so confirm details directly before you go. The best local sources are the official Catasauqua borough site, the Catasauqua Area School District site, the Rough Riders athletics site, and the Lehigh Valley Press for neighborhood news.
A Note from the Home at 514 Grove Street
If you are spending time in North Catasauqua this week, the move-in-ready half twin at 514 Grove St. is worth a look: three bedrooms, one full and one half bath, an all-brick exterior, a covered front porch, a full basement, and a detached one-car garage, with fresh paint, new carpeting, and newer replacement windows. Tim Tepes of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Cassidon Realty has listed it, and he would be glad to walk you through it while you are in the area.
Contact Tim Tepes