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Brandywine Red Clay Events

Upcoming Event

Brandywine Shadfest 2025

May 18 @ 11:00 am

Brandywine Park, Wilmington, DE, 19802

Come join BRC and a master watershed steward from Penn State Extension and…

  • Learn about BRC initiatives towards clean water
  • Discover what it takes to have a watershed friendly property
  • Learn about Penn State Extensions Watershed Friendly Property Certification
  • Tour BRC grounds and explore the stormwater infrastructure we have put in place
  • Enjoy a sampling of Workhorse brewery’s new Speckled Stream IPA
  • Walk away with a native plant or two to get you started on your property.

 

Registration is free, but limited. Registration deadline is May 21.

Brandywine Creek Clean-up

Creek and roadside clean-up along the Brandywine Creek. Sign-up required prior to event by calling 610-793-1090.

Miles at the Myrick – Mother’s Day

Myrick Conservation Center

Want to start your weekend off right? Join us the first Friday of every month for the Brandywine Red Clay Alliance (BRC) hiking series on our 318 acre Myrick Conservation Center property. Hikes will take place monthly from 11:30AM-1:00PM with one of our Education Coordinators, Environmental Instructors, Certified Yoga Instructors, or Certified Personal Trainers. Each … Continued

$3 – $6

BRC 21st Annual Trout Rodeo

This event is sponsored with Kennett Area Park Authority (KAPA) and is held at the Anson B. Nixon Park, North Walnut Street in Kennett Square PA. For more information call 610-388-2773 or visit www.ansonbnixonpark.org

Free – $12

Art and Nature, Paint the Property

Myrick Conservation Center

A traveling Art Museum is coming to BRC! Join one of our Environmental Instructors, Loretta Cohen for a celebration of Art and Nature. Through instructor led games and activities, children will be introduced to a portfolio of artwork that highlights the connection between art and nature. Join us for this fun introduction to art appreciation … Continued

$5 – $8

Monarchs in May

Myrick Conservation Center

Come out and celebrate spring with our Environmental Instructor, Vail Ryan.

$3 – $6

First Day of Summer Camp

Myrick Conservation Center

Join us as we begin our 31st year of innovative nature camps where your child is guaranteed to get wet and muddy every day.

Varies

Sounds Under the Stars-Cousin Jake & Friends

Myrick Conservation Center

This bluegrass band from Lancaster County will perform for the first time at Myrick Conservation Center.  Concert is free.  Gates open at 6 p.m.

Free

Sounds Under the Stars-Lukens Band

Myrick Conservation Center

This concert will feature traditional patriotic songs and marches. www.lukensband.org  Concert is free.  Gates open at 6 p.m.

Sounds Under the Stars-Mainliner Barbershop Chorus

Myrick Conservation Center

The Bryn Mawr Mainliners chorus is one of the top American Barbershop groups.  Christened in 1963, the Mainliners draw members from Philadelphia and the surrounding counties.  Their four part harmony will delight young and old. www.mainliners.org  Concert is free.  Gates open at 6 p.m.

Sounds Under the Stars- Melton Brothers Band

Myrick Conservation Center

These renowned musicians play easy listening music, a blend of groove, swing, R & B, country blues and roots rock, will have you tappin, slappin, shakin & poppin.  www.meltonbrothers.net  Concert is free.  Gates open at 6 p.m.

Sounds Under the Stars- Joe Hillman Band

Myrick Conservation Center

Nestled in the heart of Chester County, PA, the Joe Hillman Band is an acoustic string band specializing in entertaining crowds of all walk of life. The band draws influence from rock and roll, bluegrass and swing music, mixed together to provide an original and energetic experience.  www.joehillmanband.com