Lackawanna County visitors in Scranton, Pennsylvania, have a variety of events to enjoy for the weekend of August 21 through August 24. Local attractions include Blooms & Butterflies at Lakeland Orchard & Cidery and the "2 Fast 2 Furious" movie event at the Circle Drive-In. Families can take advantage of Movies in the Park held at Weston Park, while adults have the option of Adult Night at the Waterpark at Montage Mountain.

Other events include a Public Sanctuary Tour at the Indraloka Animal Sanctuary. The Lackawanna Historical Society is hosting small-group summer walking tours, and astro-enthusiasts can join the Star Party at Lackawanna State Park.

Additional activities are scheduled throughout the weekend, such as the Wicked Drag Brunch at The Loft Wine Bar & Events, the Nay Aug Park Sunday Concert Series, and a Hawaiian Hula Hustle 5K Run & 1 Mile Walk organized by the Greater Scranton YMCA.

For more details about these weekend plans, visit the designated website at visitnepa.org/this-weekend.

Source: Lackawanna Co. Visitors

Source Type: Gov

Source Location: Scranton

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