Like you, we know that Jenkintown, PA provides many benefits, including:
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walkability & proximity: A compact borough where many amenities are within walking distance, yet with excellent transit links to Philadelphia and New York.
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strong community identity: Local businesses, frequent events, and engaged residents help foster neighborhood pride.
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good schools: Though small, the school district is respected and deeply integrated into the community.
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cultural richness: The arts festival, fairs, performances, and seasonal events bring vitality to downtown.
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balance of quiet & activity: You get the charm of a small borough while still being close to the energy and resources of a major city.
Overview:
One of the many joys of living in Jenkintown is the sense of community and regular events. The Community Events Calendar on the borough’s website highlights:
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block parties
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seasonal festivals
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civic gatherings
The Jenkintown Borough also welcomes ideas from residents who want to host events or volunteer.
Autumn in Jenkintown
Beyond May’s Red & Blue Fair and September’s annual arts festival, the autumn months often feature:
Here are some suggestions and upcoming events for October:
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Hiway Theater – 212 Old York Road
Sat, Oct 18, 10:00 AM. Family screening: Addams Family Values.
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Jenkintown Borough meetings – 700 Summit Ave
• Design Review Board: Tue, Oct 21, 6:00 PM
• Public Budget Workshop: Wed, Oct 22, 6:00 PM.
• PSAT: Wed, Oct 15
• Picture Retake Day: Wed, Oct 15 (11:00 AM–1:00 PM)
• Belletones (MS/HS): Thu, Oct 30, 7:15–7:50 AM
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Abington Art Center – 515 Meetinghouse Road
• Solo Series Fall 2025 exhibitions on view through Sun, Oct 20
• Oktoberfest fundraiser: Sat, Oct 25, 12:00–4:00 PM. Benefits the Abington Township Police Department (ATPA)
In future posts, we look forward to keeping you informed about Jenkintown’s many features, benefits, and upcoming events!
In the meantime, if you have any interest in moving to or from the Jenkintown area, let's chat.
