If you’re wondering what to do in the Poconos, the Stroudsburg area offers a lively mix of entertainment, arts, and seasonal events. From live music and theater to hands-on creative studios, festivals, and nearby attractions, the region blends cultural experiences with relaxed mountain-town energy, offering something to enjoy year-round.
Crayola Experience in Easton is a vibrant, hands-on wonderland where creativity takes center stage across four colorful floors. With over 20 interactive attractions — from naming your own crayon to starring in a coloring page — it’s designed to spark imagination in kids and adults alike.
Creative Canvas Studio is a spirited art space in downtown Stroudsburg offering sip-and-paint nights, private parties, and pop-up events across the Poconos. Guests of all skill levels are guided through step-by-step painting sessions — often BYOB — in a relaxed, social setting that encourages creativity and connection. The studio also offers take-home kits for adults and kids, making art accessible beyond the easel.
The oldest continuously running jazz club in the U.S., offering live jazz performances Thursday through Sunday in an intimate, historic setting.
A mountaintop concert venue with panoramic views, hosting national touring acts in a rustic lodge-style setting.
A large outdoor amphitheater and event venue in Bushkill offering concerts, festivals, and seasonal entertainment on 200 scenic acres.
Poke-A-Nose Pottery is a cheerful, paint-your-own studio in Bartonsville where guests of all ages can create keepsakes with heart. From mugs and figurines to platters and pet bowls, each piece is hand-painted, glazed, and kiln-fired to become food-safe and dishwasher-ready.
A historic performing arts venue in downtown Stroudsburg hosting concerts, comedy shows, and community events year-round.
A dynamic arts and cultural campus built on the site of Bethlehem’s former steel plant, featuring concerts, festivals, and community events.
