A-Day Bringing Agricultural Fun And Excitement To DelVal Campus

DOYLESTOWN, PA — A-Day returns to the campus of the Delaware Valley University in Doylestown this weekend with fun, food, animals and lots more.

This year’s event takes place Friday, April 26 from 12 to 8 p.m., Saturday, April 27 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sunday, April 28 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The 74th A-Day at DelVal - a student-run event and a member of the Pennsylvania State Association of County Fairs - features three days of agricultural fun and excitement including farm animals and educational exhibits, pony rides, pig races, arts and crafts vendors, a tractor parade, student performances and presentations and live music.

There's also a chance to watch DelVal students compete for ribbons at a county fair.

Showing off a cow during last year's show. (Photo by Jeff Werner)

Don't miss the legendary milkshakes from the PA Dairymen's Association.

Food trucks will be available throughout the day offering a variety of options. And don't miss the legendary milkshakes from the PA Dairymen's Association (the same milkshakes from the Pennsylvania Farm Show).

Admission to A-Day is free. The cost for parking is $20 per car with proceeds benefiting the college's student clubs and organizations.

Parking is offered on campus only on Friday and on campus and at the Doylestown Hospital (595 West State Street, Doylestown 18901) on Saturday and Sunday. Shuttles will be provided free of charge.

The first A-Day was held May 21, 1949 on the campus of the National Agricultural College. At that time, A-Day was a single day event when the students of the college worked together to showcase various agricultural displays and exhibits.

A youngster checks out the horses at last year's A-Day event. (Photo by Jeff Werner)

Today the tradition continues with the hard work and dedication of the students of Delaware Valley University. The event is planned and implemented by the students with minimal guidance from the university’s staff, faculty, and administration.

Since 2004 A-Day has been part of the Pennsylvania State Association of County Fairs. Members of the university and local community are invited to enter their food items, artwork, or handicrafts for judging in the fair.

The 2024 A-Day Schedule: