If you are looking for a picturesque venue for a special occasion, check out Barn Swallow Farm in…read moreNorth Hampton, Pa. We recently celebrated the upcoming marriage of my nephew and his finance and this was the perfect place for them, Rustic, but elegant. You can make it as formal or casual as you like. The staff is easy to work with and will guide you through the planning with caterers, florists, etc, or you can bring in your own. It was a wonderful day!

Awesome brewery. Loved the atmosphere and the beer was great. Flights were available. The…read morebartenders were friendly and ready to serve but not overly talkative which was nice for my traditional Valentine's brewery date. Popcorn and pretzels were available for purchase. Bathroom was clean too!

Nice outdoor setting, as it was with the previous owners, some great beer options (obviously)…read more This round, I'm giving a 4/5, but I will give them another try. We were curious and not especially hungry, but got a shrimp quesadilla and honey barbecue wings. Each were decent. They deserve another chance because a friend tried the cheesesteak the day before and stated it was the best he'd ever had in his life. I really liked finding a yummy stout on the beer selection! Our waitress was efficient and returned several times.

I attended a bridal shower here in the summer. I live in Philadelphia so I had never heard of this…read morevenue before. It was a nice place. Very clean and organized. They catered the lunch food/menu but the bridal party brought in desserts and set it all up how they preferred to. Everything was on one floor (street level) so no steps and also no steps into the bathrooms (just a long carpeted ramp). The shower was beautiful and the food was good!

Had the Thanksgiving meal from here today. Turkey was flavorless but salty. Stuffing was salty…read moreand generally dry. Potatoes were good. Corn was good. The apple pie was in a word....horrendous. It was more like apple soup. Absolutely terrible. This will be the last visit.

Service was just OK. Had to wait a while for a drink. Atmosphere is awesome. Beautiful place not a…read morebad seat in the house. Have to say the food was very bland. Felt like I was eating at an amusement park. I just don't understand having so few items on the menu you should be able to turn out some amazing dishes?????This was far from it. In the future, I will always eat before going to a show here. Lesson learned. This review is for the food only fantastic concert venue.

Beyond gorgeous and amazing!!! THE WHOLE SURROUNDING AREA. Photo opps galore!…read more This incredible center hosts big consents, private events, etc! Please Google it to get all of the information. I MUST come back here for concert (we would stay overnight - it was an almost 2-hour drive for us from Southern New Jersey). Last night's (10/21/23) was for a PERFECT wedding reception. The facility blew me /us away! The happy couple had two floors - the third floor was for cocktail hour. The 2nd floor was for the reception, which boasted insanely scrumptious food (I had risotto; the man, a chicken dish), and a live band. Personal and beautiful touches of the couple were strewn througout the gigantic room. The decor was just beautiful and there were two big bars, with great bartenders. Please just go online and look into it!!!! BEST WEDDING RECEPTION I'VE EVER EVER BEEN TO - HANDS DOWN!!!

This art gallery was a pleasant surprise…read more Great contemporary art, all by local artists, and it's good. Great buildout. Friendly, nice staff. Lots of handouts and info on the burgeoning Lehigh Valley arts scene. A great place to pick up great original art for very modest prices.

The best of the Bethlehem Gallery District! The Bethlehem House Gallery invites more than a dozen…read moreof artists with an eclectic, diverse, and intuitive artistic focuses and hosts there work during there seasonal showing through each year. With an inviting entrance and window display, a gallery pet, vivacious and friendly gallery partners, the Bethlehem House Gallery is potentially our most prized Art Gallery in the thriving, cultural, historic Colonial Bethlehem Arts District. A must see to all locals and visitors!

This experience checked off one of those long-standing "I did this thing!" moments for 2025--and…read moreI'm really glad I finally made it happen. I attended PEEPSFEST, held December 30-31 from 3-6 p.m. at the SteelStacks campus in Bethlehem. Tickets are required, with general admission priced at $5, making this a very affordable, family-friendly outing. According to the website, the event features indoor and outdoor fun, live music, PEEPS-themed games and crafts hosted by local nonprofits, interactive shows by the Wildlands Conservancy and the Da Vinci Science Center, and character meet-and-greets. The highlight comes at 5:35 p.m. with the iconic drop of a 400-pound, 4'9" PEEPS Chick, followed by a fireworks display. There were also several thoughtful additions that really stood out. I especially appreciated the PBS39 x PEEPSFEST Friendship Bracelet Creation Station, PEEPS IN THE KITCHEN with Chef Julie of Levy Restaurants, and the sensory-friendly space presented by Good Shepherd Rehabilitation--a wonderful option for guests with sensory sensitivities. Kids 12 and under received a special PEEPS tote bag to collect goodies throughout the event, which was clearly a big hit with families. The event takes place on the SteelStacks campus, and honestly, the setting alone is worth the visit. SteelStacks is the largest revitalized brownfield in the country, spanning 10 acres on the former Bethlehem Steel site. Some quick pre-trip research taught me that for nearly a century, Bethlehem Steel was the economic backbone of the Lehigh Valley and helped build some of the most iconic structures in the U.S., including the Golden Gate Bridge, the Chrysler Building, and parts of the Empire State Building, Madison Square Garden, Alcatraz, and the Hoover Dam. When the plant closed in 1995, it left behind both a massive industrial footprint and a void in the local economy. Rather than demolishing the site, the community chose preservation and reinvention. Through a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district established in 1999, the area was transformed into what is now a thriving hub for arts, culture, education, and community events. Today, the towering blast furnaces--some over 230 feet tall--stand as a powerful reminder of the city's industrial past. From Furnace "A" (dating back to 1915) to Furnace "E," the site stretches nearly a quarter of a mile and once produced thousands of tons of iron daily. The furnaces were last operational on November 18, 1995, but their presence is anything but forgotten. Visually, the SteelStacks campus is absolutely stunning in a raw, industrial way. Standing in the outdoor space beneath the blast furnaces--especially at night--was nearly overwhelming in the best possible sense. The festive, multicolored uplighting against the massive steel structures added a sense of magic and mysticism that photos don't fully capture. Parking is another bonus: free on-site parking is available in multiple lots along First Street year-round (except during Musikfest). Speaking of which, SteelStacks is also home to Musikfest, the nation's largest free music festival--and I'm already scheming a return visit. While PEEPSFEST itself is definitely geared more toward children, it was still a fun and unique way to mark the transition into a new year. It's not something I need to do every year, but I'm genuinely happy to have experienced it. I'd highly recommend it for families with young children, as there's plenty to do, lots of room to roam, and a safe, well-organized environment. SteelStacks is a powerful example of how a community can honor its past while building something vibrant and meaningful for the future--and PEEPSFEST is just one of many reasons to visit.

This is such a unique concert venue. The steel plant is a very cool backdrop, and I like how it was…read moreall lit up at night for the concert. The venue has plenty of space to roam around, and you can get lots of good views of the stage from all sides. If you don't want to hang in the crowded pit area there are lots of tables further out by the food and drink vendors. The main concert area is a lawn. It seems like for less crowded shows you can bring blankets and chairs, and then for more popular acts it's standing only which made sense. Logistics - Parking is free and easy. The security line moved fast. There were plenty of bathrooms. Bars could be more plentiful (like more small bars vs fewer big bars) since lines seemed crazy. Overall it's a very fun and different place to see a show, and if you live in North Jersey don't overlook the fact that your travel time here is similar to going into the city. It's worth keeping an eye on the calendar for sure!

My girlfriend and I love the Hyatt, but this property fell a little short…read more Tucked away from the noise yet right next to the heart of Bethlehem and the city's Main Street, the location couldn't be better. Right across the street is a garage where hotel guests park for free with validation. The lobby is wonderful with seating, front desk, breakfast dining area, and an on-site eatery and bar. (The breakfast looked amazing but we can't get up that early.) Pamela and Krishna were exceptional front desk staff that made our stay enjoyable. Our room was large and clean with a great heating and cooling system. There was a problem with the bathroom: The inside door handle was broken. The shower was too small with a strange half-door that even if angled properly, still sent water to the floor. The water remained warm and never got hot. The fitness center isn't much and we passed on the pool and it's milky water. It really looked sickly. Sleeping was great but the major problems occurred on the morning of our departure. Check-out is at noon yet, even with our "do not disturb" sign out, a housekeeper knocked on the door at 10:30 AM while we were sleeping. I think she wanted to make sure we were up to check out on time because she didn't knock on anyone else's door. At checkout, there was no way for me to pick up my girlfriend because six vehicles blocked the small entrance/exit to the property. Even though there's a parking sign for 15 minutes, one SUV remained there for over a half-hour. We will give this property another shot because Hyatt's are usually a step above.

I love a Hyatt Place, but was disappointed in this one. The staff is amazingly friendly and…read moreattentive, especially Kevin, who is a rockstar. He was so friendly and helpful, and really made our experience great. He helped my disabled father, which I really appreciate. Everyone else we interacted with was great too. I really do think Hyatt Place hires the best staff and this was no exception. But the low rating is due to cleanliness. Our bathroom had not seen a vacuum or cleaning spray in who knows how long. The floors and shower were not super clean. The vent was absolutely disgusting. The phone was covered in dust. And our do not disturb sign looked like a rodent had chewed it. Normally, I would say something to the staff, but we had a ton of luggage and were tired, plus we had a packed weekend. I just didn't have time. The staff is excellent so I know our room would have been switched. But it's more concerning to me that this was considered an acceptable condition for a room. So whether we had switched rooms or not, the issue is the cleaning standards. The bed was super comfortable but I hate that it was next to the HVAC unit. I think the rooms are in need of renovating and I didn't love the layout. Recommend requesting a high floor. However, the accessible rooms are great, as my dad loved his, and it was well-suited to his needs. We didn't eat breakfast but did get drinks at the bar. Be sure to have cash to tip, because if you charge it to your room, you can't tip at checkout. There is an ATM in the lobby, which is helpful. Parking was easy to manage in the parking garage across the street. Location was great to walk around Historic Bethlehem and we even walked over the river to the south side. Since I love Hyatt Places, I want better for this location. But don't change the front desk staff because they are fantastic.

An Affair to Remember by Sharon Dickinson is a great asset to have! I used her for a 25th Wedding…read moreAnniversary party and she was fabulous. She kept us on target with our budget, helped to save us money and even was in attendance, so nothing would go wrong! We would recommend her to anyone and already have! Thank you Sharon for making our Affair to Remember, the best possible party for my parents!

From the owner: An Affair to Remember by Sharon Dickinson, a wedding planner in the Lehigh Valley, believes…read moreplanning the wedding of your dreams should be just like falling in love... joyful and effortless! Your wedding will have an abundance of specifics that a professional bridal consultant and wedding planner will have the experience to deal with, and the knowledge to execute. We listen to your wishes and concerns and offer direction, enabling you to have peace of mind. We have many years of experience coordinating and planning weddings and special events. We service Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton and the surrounding vicinity, and are available for travel to your destination as well. We are here to help you plan, and coordinate a worry-free wedding in the comfort of your own home, in the Lehigh Valley. Sharon Dickinson, a Lehigh Valley wedding planner, and her staff will execute your Affair to Remember.

The drinks were good however we order Beef sliders that were described on their website as BBQ…read moreshort rib sliders. When we told the waitress what we expected, she made a lame excuse about a new menu but she didn't offer to satisfy our disappointment to be served little burgers instead. Won't be returning. Sorry. Too many great restaurants around to be disappointed on 3 little burgers for $18.

Cute place. Nice atmosphere. Very clean. Food tasty but appetizer portions at entree prices. Left…read morehungry:(