Good morning, Allentown.

The 2025 Great Allentown Fair Queen contest will crown a new queen at 7:30 p.m. Aug 27 at the Astound Broadband Farmerama Theater—four contestants will compete for a $1,500 scholarship from Lehigh-Northampton Pomona Grange No. 68 and the Allentown Fairgrounds Farmers Market.

Rubiel Perez, a 31-year-old Allentown man, was sentenced to 15 years in prison by a US district judge for a 2023 robbery spree at 7-Eleven stores — he threatened clerks with a handgun and stole more than $1,000 over two days.

The 46th annual Wheels of Time Rod and Custom Car Jamboree is coming to Macungie—showing antique and custom cars from the 1990s and older for local fans to enjoy.

On August 22nd, PPL Corporation in Allentown declared a quarterly common stock dividend of $0.2725 per share that will be paid on October 1st to shareowners recorded as of September 10th—this move continues its regular dividend practice.

In South Whitehall Township, work on the Route 309 and Tilghman Street interchange project has closed the south ramp so drivers must use a detour via Route 309 to Interstate 78 to Route 222 and finally back to Route 309 north — the detour will remain in effect until September 2026.

Recently retired Eagles linebacker Brandon Graham, a two-time Super Bowl champion, served food and answered questions at Dorney Park’s Tailgate in the Park on Aug.

21—more than 100 excited fans gathered as they prepared for the NFL season’s start.

2025 Great Allentown Fair Admission

11:59 p.m. — The Allentown Fairgrounds — Admission fee required — Experience a week of classic fair fun with agricultural exhibits, live entertainment, and delicious food.

Diabetes Prevention Program

2 PM — Cumberland Gardens — Free entry — Participate in a meaningful health and wellness program to help prevent diabetes.

Great Allentown Fair

6:00-8:30 p.m. — The Allentown Fairgrounds — Check event page for cost — Celebrate local culture and enjoy live entertainment.

Ace Frehley Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — The Allentown Fairgrounds — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary Ace Frehley live in concert at a vibrant venue.

Foods of India 2025

11 AM – 3 PM — Delta Hotels by Marriott Allentown Lehigh Valley — Free entry — A culinary celebration highlighting the diverse flavors of India brings the community together.

Trexler Nature Preserve Hike – Border Trail

9 AM – 3 PM — Trexler Environmental Center — Free entry — Explore the beauty of nature on a scenic 10+ mile hike with the Allentown Hiking Club.

NFL Football Trivia Night

7:30 p.m. — Dave & Buster's Lehigh — No cover — Show off your NFL knowledge in an evening of exciting trivia.

8th Annual LVASCE EPIC Golf Outing

8 AM – 3 PM — The Club at Twin Lakes — Sponsorships available — Enjoy a day of golf while supporting scholarships for local engineering students.

International Culture Festival 2025

2-10 p.m. — Cedar Beach Park — Free entry — Experience a vibrant celebration of diverse cultures with performances, cuisines, and art displays.