Things to Do in Honesdale
A robust history melds with the hip scene and popular activities.
Main Street has become a home to boutiques, eateries, coffee shops and breweries. The farm-to-table opportunities and scenic overlooks, like Irving Cliff, are right in Honesdale's backyard. The Stourbridge Line is also a major draw for guests, which departs right from downtown.
There’s plenty of festivals, fairs and things to do in Honesdale Pa throughout the year. The Roots and Rhythm event during the summer has turned into a real destination, and it has become quite a weekend. The Honesdale fair in August is also a huge draw for guests, with its delicious food, fun rides and activities for all. So be sure to plan a day at the Wayne County Fair each year for some hometown fun.
Explore the surrounding areas, and discover an art gallery in White Mills, pet-friendly state park in Prompton and historical attraction in Bethany. Check out these activities below and gather ideas for your trip. Pinpoint where to go with each of our maps.
Explore the Town of Honesdale: Road Trips to the Poconos
The Pocono Mountains region of Pennsylvania provides refreshing getaways throughout all four seasons…
Explore Historic Honesdale
Bethel School
When you step inside this one-room school, you will go back to a simpler time. The Berlin Township…
The Greater Honesdale Partnership
The Greater Honesdale area abounds with architectural treasures, many dating back to the 1800s…
Honesdale Walking Tours
Named after Phillip Hone, former Mayor of New York and president of the Delaware and Hudson Canal…
Wayne County Courthouse
Located one block off Main Street is the 1880 (J.A. Wood, architect) structure with its back to the…
Wayne County Historical Society & Museum
The Wayne County Historical Society was organized on May 26, 1917, and incorporated in 1922. The…
Activities & Attractions
The Cooperage Project
The Cooperage Project's markets are not only opportunities to purchase things– they’re…
The Cooperage Project
The Cooperage Project is a not-for-profit organization that presents a wide range of activities for…
Himalayan Institute
Relax, restore, and nourish yourself with a wellness retreat. Treat yourself to a massage, meditate…
Irving Cliff - Hiking
Take in the stunning views of historic downtown Honesdale! Irving Cliff is a one-mile, moderately…
Gather
Head down to Gather in Honesdale to find fun gifts for everyone on your list. Located in Downtown…
Maude & Main
They offer a great selection, from vintage-inspired to a clean, contemporary design aesthetic, with…
Northeast Wilderness Experience
However you choose to get outdoors, Northeast Wilderness Experience can help. Offering rental…
Runaway Train Brewery
Runaway Train, a D&H Brewing Co. Concept, invites you to track back through time as a passenger on a…
The Stourbridge Line
All aboard The Stourbridge Line! Scenic passenger trains through the Pocono Mountains. Experience a…
Wallflower
Wallflower is a destination shopping experience with 4000 square feet of unique merchandise…
Wayne County Fair
A family tradition of fun, food and Wayne County's best entertainment value. The Wayne County Fair…
Eateries
Camp Umpy's Bagels & Stuff
Bagels, breakfast, baked goods, and lunch. Camp Umpy's Bagels & Stuff strives to only bring you the…
Here & Now Brewing Company
Here & Now Brewing Company is a 7BBL brewery and restaurant located on Main Street in Honesdale…
Native
Native in ingredient and ownership, Alex and Caleb Johnson cut their teeth in the Philadelphia…
Attend an Event
Acoustic Bluegrass Jam
- 07/07/2026 - 12/01/2026
If you have a love for bluegrass, join the monthly Acoustic Bluegrass Jam—a friendly gathering where…
Old Stone Jail Open House
- 07/18/2026 - 09/19/2026
Step inside one of Wayne County’s most iconic historic landmarks during our FREE Old Stone Jail Open…
Bethel School Open House
- 06/28/2026 - 08/30/2026
Bethel School, located just a few miles from downtown Honesdale, is a well-preserved one-room…
Honesdale Roots and Rhythm Music and Arts Festival
- 06/20/2026
The Honesdale Roots and Rhythm Music and Arts Festival is back on June 20, 2026. Spend the morning…
Wildflower Concert Series
- 07/05/2026 - 08/15/2026
Set amidst majestic pine trees and green ferns, the Wildflower Concert Series is held on the grounds…
61st Annual Wayne County Arts & Antiques Show & Sale
- 07/11/2026 - 07/12/2026
Sponsored by the Women’s Club of Honesdale, this event features 50 plus onsite dealers, onsite…
164th Annual Wayne County Fair
- 08/07/2026 - 08/15/2026
The Wayne County Fair is an agricultural fair that has been building memories in Northeastern…
Pocono Foliage Express
- 09/25/2026 - 10/31/2026
Join The Stourbridge Line for a 1.5-hour round trip from Honesdale along the Lackawaxen River. This…
Blue Moon Express
- 10/31/2026
Put on your Halloween costume and climb aboard the train for an evening of music, spirits, and…
Pocono Winter Wonderland Express
- 12/26/2026 - 01/02/2027
Take in the winter beauty of the Northern Pocono Mountains! Create family memories as you travel…
Honesdale America250PA Celebration
- 07/03/2026
This year's Fourth of July celebration in Honesdale is especially significant as the nation…
Wayne County Creative Arts Council Summer Concert Series
- 06/15/2026 - 07/30/2026
Join the Wayne County Creative Arts Council for a summer concert and take in the beauty of the…
Sidewalk Sale Days
- 07/16/2026 - 07/18/2026
If you lived in Wayne County or surrounding area you have shopped Honesdale Sidewalk Sales you know…
Pumpkin Patch Express
- 10/10/2026 - 10/24/2026
Climb aboard for a trip to the pumpkin patch where the children get to pick a pumpkin to bring home…
Pumpkin Patch Express Boo Bash
- 10/25/2026
Dress up your little ghouls and goblins for a scenic train ride to the Pumpkin Patch, where children…
Surrounding Areas
The Art Factory of White Mills
The Art Factory of White Mills features more than 60 local artists. Over 1,000 pieces of art are…
Bethany Public Library
The brick and concrete building that houses the Bethany Library was built in 1823 to contain the…
Dorflinger-Suydam Wildlife Sanctuary
Since 1980, the nearly 600-acre grounds of the Dorflinger-Suydam Wildlife Sanctuary have preserved…
Dorflinger Glass Museum
The Dorflinger Glass Museum houses one of the nation's largest public displays of Dorflinger…
Equinunk Historical Society & Museum
The Equinunk Historical Society maintains the Joel Hill Water-Powered Sawmill and the Calder House…
Prompton State Park
Prompton State Park provides boat launching and picnicking facilities to the 290-acre Prompton Lake…
Second District at Valley View
Update: Closed for the 2025 season. Visit Facebook for details. Second District at Valley View…
Upper Delaware Scenic & Recreational River
Winding through highlands scenery from Hancock, NY to just north of Matamoras, PA, the Upper…
In this segment of Pocono Television Network, we visit Joel Hill Sawmill!
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