Sunday, October 5th, 2025
Good morning, Allentown. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 5th of October.
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At Sports and Social in Allentown, fans cheered as the Philadelphia Phillies began their MLB postseason run Saturday night—Luis and Nerayda wore Bryce Harper jerseys as they expressed hope that the team will win it all. Erik Wood and his daughter Ashlee added that the fresh energy from new talent has made the atmosphere electric. 69 News
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Belleville Senators vs. Lehigh Valley Phantoms
7:05-8:35 p.m. — PPL Center — Ticket prices vary — Catch the exciting AHL matchup as the Senators take on the Phantoms.
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11th Annual Harvest 5K
10 a.m. — Cedar Beach Park — Registration required — A fun and scenic 5K run/walk event for all ages, benefiting local elementary school students.
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CPR/AED/First Aid Certification Course
9 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. — The Office Quarters — $100.00 — Gain essential lifesaving skills with this certification course from the American Red Cross.
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Shrek The Musical
7:30-10:00 PM — Civic Theatre of Allentown — Tickets from $13 — Experience a hilarious, heartwarming journey with everyone’s favorite ogre in this hit Broadway show.
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FREE Vaccine & Microchipping Pop Up!
2-5 p.m. — Arts Park — Free entry — Ensure your dog's health with free vaccines and microchipping at this community-focused event.
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Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics
6:30-7:29 p.m. — Vault 634 — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical evening of Halloween music under candlelight.
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Spooky Kiddie Car-nival
6-9 p.m. — Big Lots — $7/adult, kids free — Celebrate Halloween with trunks, candy, music, dancing, and costume contests in a safe outdoor environment.
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Allentown Band Family Concert
2-5 p.m. — Miller Symphony Hall — Youth with an adult FREE, Adults $5.00 — Experience a captivating blend of music and science in a high-definition presentation accompanying 'Pictures at an Exhibition'.
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Día de los Muertos Celebration
1-5 p.m. — Arts Park — Free entry — Experience the vibrant traditions of Día de los Muertos with family-friendly activities and cultural displays.
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