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Friday Night Lights

June 20 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Live music, wine and beer, s’mores toasting, star gazing, and sunset socializing at one of the most beautiful settings in all of Chester County. Friday Night Lights is the must-not-miss event of the summer.

This June, join us for live music under the evening sky. We’re thrilled to welcome David Wax Museum and Pawnshop Roses to the stage.

Natural beauty: Immerse yourself in the stunning natural surroundings of the preserve. Feel the gentle breeze, watch the sunset, and connect with the beauty of the great outdoors.

Cozy seating: Bring your own blankets or lawn chairs to create a comfy space to kick back and enjoy the music.

Food and Drink: Local craft beer and wine, and yummy food truck fare to purchase:

Star gazing on the hilltop with local astronomy clubs: Delaware Astronomical Society, ChesMont Astronomical Society, and Bucks-Mont Astronomy Association.

It’s music without walls, y’all! Check out the fun in this video.

Join Natural Lands’ NextGen Council and other folks in their 20s, 30s, and 40s for Friday Night Lights.  Check out our NextGen ticket options below.

Premium Ticket holders enjoy all the perks of the regular ticket experience plus the following:

  • Premium parking
  • Express entry
  • Drink ticket

When

Date:
June 20
Time:
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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Where

ChesLen Preserve
1199 Cannery Road
Coatesville, Pennsylvania 19320
Directions
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About the preserve

ChesLen Preserve is the largest privately owned nature preserve open to the public in Chester County. Miles of marked hiking trails lead visitors through shady woodlands, flower-filled meadows, farm fields, and stream valleys.

Visitors can also explore Ollie Owl’s NaturePlayGround, where young explorers can climb logs, build stick tee-pees, hunt for bugs, explore small streams, and get a little dirty, tired, and inspired. Free play is encouraged and is a great way for kids to gain an appreciation for nature.

parking

ChesLen Preserve has five parking lots. The event organization will let you know where to park for your specific event.

The main parking lot is located at 1199 Cannery Road next to the Lenfest Center. It is reached via a long driveway and is paved with 30 spaces. Four additional gravel parking lots are located nearby: two more lots along Cannery Road, one on Route 162, and one at the Newlin Township building further north on Route 162.

visitor hours

Friday – Wednesday, dawn to dusk. Closed Thursdays.

more preserve information

Before you go

  • Gates open at 6:00 PM. 
  • Please review the FAQs in your registration email. 
  • Please leave your four-legged friends at home. Service animals are welcome, as required by law.
  • Volunteers will be on-site to direct you to parking. Please drive slowly and watch for their yellow vests.
  • Please bring a lawn chair and/or blanket to sit on.
  • Handicap accessible parking is available. 
  • No outside food or drinks are permitted. 
  • Please type in the address: 1199 Cannery Rd, Coatesville, PA 19320, as ChesLen has multiple parking lots, and we want to make sure you get to the event. 
  • General admission walk-in tickets may be available for $55 (plus processing fees) if the event is not sold out. 
  • Worried about rain? If the event is cancelled, we will offer refunds or gratefully accept your purchase as donation, whichever you prefer. Your donation will help Natural Lands save open space, care for nature, and connect people to the outdoors.
  • Online sales will close Friday, June 20, at 12:00 PM.

Registration is required to reserve your spot. Your online registration signifies acceptance of our terms and conditions (read in full below). Questions? Please contact us. Below are the three different ticket types – general, premium, and NextGen. Children 10 and under free.

  • $37- Natural Lands member general ticket
  • $47 – non-member general ticket
  • $63 – general event ticket and a year-long membership to Natural Lands
  • $2 – ACCESS Cardholder ticket – limited number available.
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  • $57 – Natural Lands member premium ticket
  • $67 – non-member premium ticket
  • $83 – premium event ticket and a year-long membership to Natural Lands
register now - premium
  • $37 – Natural Lands member NextGen ticket
  • $47 – non-member premium NextGen ticket
  • $63 – NextGen event ticket and a year-long membership to Natural Lands
  • $2 – NextGen ACCESS Cardholder ticket – limited number available.
register now - NextGen

 

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Are you up to the challenge? Explore all 20 of our featured preserves and Stoneleigh: a natural garden, and collect all the code words to receive a Natural Lands “Find Yourself Outside” t-shirt.

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music. without walls.

Rock, roots, and rhythm. No matter what the style, music is better with nature as the backdrop.

So get your groove on this year with Natural Lands at these amazing events!

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pints on the preserve

East Branch Brewing Company will be pouring suds on select Saturdays. Enjoy refreshments with a take-your-breath-away view.

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