• Time to start revving up for next year’s Rev Run

    Time to start revving up for next year’s Rev Run

    The Valley Forge Revolutionary 5-Mile Run will return once again to Valley Forge National Historical Park April 28, 2019 and runners are encouraged to sign-up as soon as possible to take advantage of early discounts!    Organized by the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB), all proceeds from the event benefit Valley Forge National Historical Park. The cost is $35 until March Dec. 28, $40 through March 18,…

  • VFTCB wants you to #MakeItMontco this winter

    VFTCB wants you to #MakeItMontco this winter

    The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB) wants visitors to plan their winter staycation in Montgomery County this season. And, the organization continues to make it easier than ever to plan a holiday weekend getaway, or winter escape, in Montco.   [uam_ad id=”54865″] The VFTCB’s #MakeItMontco Winter Hotel Package does the planning for guests…

  • Wild Lights blazing at Elmwood Park Zoo

    Wild Lights blazing at Elmwood Park Zoo

    Fletcher Cox was in the house, and so were a couple thousand other people when Elmwood Park Zoo officially kicked of the new Wild Lights exhibit. [gap height=”10″] Wild Lights features millions of LED lights spanning the zoo’s entire 16 acres. Guests will be transported into a dazzling winter wonderland with the help of animated light installations, lit pathways, guided tours,…

  • Montco embarking on a new adventure

    Montco embarking on a new adventure

    As the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB) welcomes back the Kennel Club of Philadelphia’s National Dog Show to the newly renovated Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks, the organization announced a brand-new initiative: Embark Montco. Mr. John O’Hurley, host of the National Dog Show, will be making a special guest appearance Thursday (tonight)…

  • What are you doing this weekend? Here are a few astounding suggestions

    What are you doing this weekend? Here are a few astounding suggestions

    As winter draws ever closer, Montgomery County is still bursting with autumn colors, weather and plenty of new events and activities. Check out some of Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board’s most exciting new events this week only in Montco! SLY FOX CYCLOCROSS November 11 Sly Fox Brewing Co. With a course that starts on the Circle…

  • VFTCB’s Ed Harris garners ’40under40′ award

    VFTCB’s Ed Harris garners ’40under40′ award

    Edward Harris, Chief Marketing Officer for the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB), has been named a 2018 DMN 40Under40 award honoree! DMN is a leading provider of digital and data-driven marketing news. The 40Under40 recognizes extraordinary young marketers from across brands, agencies, and vendors, who are not only succeeding, but excelling in their…

  • Christmas Village presented by Bank of America will return to Love Park

    Christmas Village presented by Bank of America will return to Love Park

    Christmas Village in Philadelphia will return to LOVE Park for its 10th anniversary. Philadelphia’s largest holiday attraction will be the first event to be held in LOVE Park (1500 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102). From Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 23, 2017) through Christmas Eve (Sunday, December 24, 2017), Christmas Village will transform LOVE Park for…

  • Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board by the numbers

    Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board by the numbers

    By Katie Kohler The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB) hosted their largest member luncheon in history at the newly renovated Great Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks. More than 600 people were in attendance as VFTCB touted headlines including: tourism spending in Montco reached $1.6 billion and grew by more than 2.8 percent from…

  • What are you doing this weekend? Here are some lovely suggestions

    What are you doing this weekend? Here are some lovely suggestions

    This weekend brings a brand new batch of exciting events in Montgomery County. The last remaining fall festivals of October, plenty of historic events along the Patriot Trails and much more await travelers and locals alike! Check out these events listed by  Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board. BERMAN MUSEUM FALL FEST  November 3 Ursinus College…

  • What are you doing this weekend? Here are some spooktacular suggestions in Montco

    What are you doing this weekend? Here are some spooktacular suggestions in Montco

    Happy Halloween, Montgomery County! Time to break out the candy, don your costumes and enjoy all the spooktacular events going on this week! Here are some suggestions from the  Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board TERROR BEHIND THE WALLS October 27 – October 28 Eastern State Penitentiary, 2027 Fairmount Ave, Philadelphia Eastern State Penitentiary is considered…

  • Montco home to Halloween fun for all, and a fright or two for the strong at heart

    Montco home to Halloween fun for all, and a fright or two for the strong at heart

    Getting your scare on is easy in Montco! Frightening fun is waiting for you at the haunted attractions of Valley Forge and Montgomery County. Whether escaping a haunted house or fighting zombies, these attractions are sure to scare, thanks to our friends at Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board.  Scream Mountain 757 Spring Mount Rd…

  • ‘Wild Lights’ holiday light show coming to Elmwood Park Zoo

    ‘Wild Lights’ holiday light show coming to Elmwood Park Zoo

    Elmwood Park Zoo is lighting up the holiday season with a brand new, multi-day festival that is fun for all ages. Wild Lights will feature millions of LED lights spanning the zoo’s entire 16 acres. Guests will be transported into a dazzling winter wonderland with the help of animated light installations, lit pathways, guided tours,…

  • Few tickets remain for annual Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board luncheon

    Few tickets remain for annual Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board luncheon

    It’s time to see and be seen! Join us for our 2018 Annual Luncheon at the newly renovated Greater Philadelphia Expo Center. Celebrate Montco’s creativity and vision as we reimagine the visitor experience. This is our biggest networking event of the year, featuring exciting new premieres and a special guest keynote speaker. Valley Forge Tourism…

  • ‘Reimagine’ yourself at the annual Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board luncheon

    ‘Reimagine’ yourself at the annual Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board luncheon

    Come, reimagine with us, and join us for our largest networking event of the year! Now an award-winning event, the 2018 Annual Luncheon will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. October 26 at the newly renovated Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks. Featuring an unforgettable keynote speaker – marketing strategist Jeff Fromm –…

  • VFTCB Presents: Taste of Autumn in Montco, Part II

    VFTCB Presents: Taste of Autumn in Montco, Part II

    Now that the leaves are beginning to turn, button up your flannel and set out to explore the shopping, dining, entertainment and autumn festivals that abound in towns around Montgomery County. Taste of Autumn in Montco Part II takes you through the lively towns of Ardmore and Narberth, writes Susan Greenspon for Valley Forge Tourism & Convention…

  • VFTCB presents: Taste of Autumn in Montco, Part I

    VFTCB presents: Taste of Autumn in Montco, Part I

    Now that the weather is cooling down, zipper up your fleece and set out to explore the shopping, dining, entertainment and autumn festivals that abound in towns around Montgomery County. Taste of Autumn in Montco Part I , written by Susan Greenspon, takes you through the charming towns of Ambler, Jenkintown and Lansdale. Stroll quaint downtown Ambler…

  • What are the best things to do in Montgomery County?

    What are the best things to do in Montgomery County?

    By Mia Taylor We all love living in Montgomery County, which is in the heart of the state of Pennsylvania. We are blessed to live here! Not only do we have a great sense of community, but we have awesome art, exceptional entertainment, incredible restaurants and eateries; and some of the U.S’s top attractions and…

  • Atlantic City could be beating the odds when it comes to long-term success

    Atlantic City could be beating the odds when it comes to long-term success

    It hasn’t been smooth sailing for Atlantic City in recent years. The shore point’s reputation has been marred by the closures of failed casinos, raising questions of its survival. Current tourism trends, however, are showing it has a shot at the long haul. AC earlier this year saw the openings of two new casino properties: Hard Rock…