Tourism
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Final VFTCB Speakers Series event to help collect for Freedom From Hunger
The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB) will host its third and final Speaker Series event of 2018 at Workhorse Brewing Company in King of Prussia from 4-6 p.m. on Thursday, September 27. Guests will get a look at Montgomery County’s latest – and KOP’s only – craft brewery and experiential tasting room, and…
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American Birding Expo, the Ultimate Experience for Birdwatchers and Nature Enthusiasts, Is Here
The much-anticipated American Birding Expo is here. Today through Sunday, exhibitors from around the world, representing all aspects of the birding and nature market, will present and offer their products, goods, and services at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks. The American Birding Expo is the largest and most diverse shopping experience available to…
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Montco on the Go: Boyertown
By Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board The Colebrookdale Railroad is Boyertown’s premiere locomotive excursion. Nestled in the heart of Boyertown, the railroad has been a staple fixture in the community since the 18th century all the way until today. The train takes passengers on a journey from Boyertown to Pottstown through the Secret Valley. Picturesque foliage and the wonders of…
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Indoor optics range proves seeing is believing at American Birding Expo
Perhaps the most essential item for the birder is a binocular, with a spotting scope being a close second. However, the decision on which one to purchase can be difficult, due to the plethora of models and manufacturers. This year’s American Birding Expo, which takes place at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks from…
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‘Sensory Packs’ coming to Elmwood Park Zoo
Elmwood Park Zoo, the first zoo in the nation to be named a Certified Autism Center, is yet another step closer to achieving its multi-tiered, multi-year, half-million dollar-facility transformation into an all-inclusive, special needs facility; with its most recent accomplishment making things just a little easier for guests with sensory sensitivities or challenges. With the help…
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A heartfelt Thank You to those who made Cirque du Soleil’s VOLTA show a reality
On behalf of the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board staff and Board of Directors, I would like to say merci and thank you to all the people who made it possible for Cirque du Soleil’s Big Top show VOLTA to come to Montgomery County this summer! We’re so honored that the first-ever Cirque du…
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Explore Montgomery County, from Ambler to Willow Grove
Natives of Montgomery County can spend their whole lives here and remain unaware of the many attractions in their own backyard. Too often, they might feel, they must drive long distances to experience history, culture, outdoor recreation, fine dining or or first-class shopping Thanks to the new blog from the Valley Forge Tourism and Convention…
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Elmwood Park Zoo unveils new logo, new website
Elmwood Park Zoo is polishing up its digital presence with the unveiling of its new logo and website – updating the storied brand for the first time in decades. “With all of the amazing improvements we’ve made inside of the zoo over the last few years, we felt that it was time to update the…
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Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board launches ‘Patriot Tales’
By Joe Barron There was a time, not so long ago, when parents discouraged their children from reading comic books. Pick up a real book, they’d say. Today, in the digital age, mobile video screens are the biggest distraction, and a comic can feel like a real book, or at least a reminder of a…
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Roaring 20s return at Normandy Farm’s Gatsby-Q
Get ready for summer’s roaring grand finale! [gap height=”10″] We are less than a month away! Impress your group of party seekers – whether social or corporate with this overflowing spread and distilled concoctions. Get gaudy with us Friday, August 24, at Normandy Farm in Blue Bell. [gap height=”10″] [uam_ad id=”54865″] [gap height=”10″] We’re talking an all-you-can-eat crab feast & bbq…
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Valley Forge park launches the ’78 Mile Challenge
Valley Forge National Historical Park has launched a new initiative to raise awareness about the Park’s trails and outdoor recreation opportunities. The ’78 Mile Challenge encourages visitors to walk, hike, run, pedal, or paddle through the 3,500-acre park, logging their miles along the way. The name and the 78 miles are a reminder of the…
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Rev Run makes record-breaking donation to Valley Forge Park
None other than Gen. George Washington himself was on hand Wednesday to help organizers celebrate the donation from the annual Revolutionary Run to Valley Forge National Historical Park — the largest in the Run’s 13-year history. Fittingly, the check presentation to park, hosted by Rev Run sponsor Valley Forge Tourism and Convention Board (VFTCB), took…
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Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board to present Rev Run donation
The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB) will present a donation check to Valley Forge National Historical Park today, representing proceeds from VFTCB’s 13th annual Valley Forge Revolutionary 5-Mile Run® (Rev Run). More than 1,500 people participated in the race on April 22, 2018. Since its inception in 2006, the Rev Run has raised more than $400,000 for Park infrastructure improvement projects and programming to enhance the visitor experience. …
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Tru by Hilton breaks ground in Valley Forge
Hilton and Audubon Land Development broke ground recently on a new Tru by Hilton property located in Audubon. The 121-room, five-story hotel will be located at 825 Forge Ave., just minutes from the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks, Valley Forge National Historical Park, and King of Prussia Mall, which is the largest shopping mall in the…
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Elmwood Park Zoo announces two new board members
By Stan Huskey While a love of animals is not a prerequisite for sitting on the board of Elmwood Park Zoo, it sure seems to be a recurring theme among those who do. Two new board members will be taking their respective seats at the table this month, and we sat down and had a…
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And the winner of the Cirque du Soleil tickets is …
Jenna B.!! Congratulations Jenna, you’re going to love the show! VOLTA is written and directed by Bastien Alexandre and with Jean Guibert as the director of creation. International electronic composer and musical director Anthony Gonzalez, from worldwide renowned group M83, brings his space-age future pop sound to the Cirque du Soleil stage for the first…
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What are you doing this weekend?
Montco’s big summer event is finally here as Cirque du Soleil VOLTA opens this Thursday at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks! But there is so much more happening this week in Montgomery County, including incredible live music, living history, and amazing stage performances, according to VFCTB. Cirque du Soleil VOLTA July 12 – August 15 Greater Philadelphia…
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VFTCB Wins ILEA Award
The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB) won the ILEA Best Catered Event Award for its 2017 Annual Luncheon! In October of last year, the VFTCB hosted its largest-ever Annual Luncheon in the organization’s 50-year-history, and first sold-out event, with more than 450 attendees. The theme was “experiential” to celebrate the VFTCB’s more than…
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