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Welcome to NEPA. Your Adventure Starts Here.

Northeastern Pennsylvania is a region rich in opportunity, adventure and heart. From the bustling streets of Scranton, Wilkes-Barre and Pittston to the welcoming communities of Hazleton, and the breathtaking beauty of the Pocono Mountains and beyond, NEPA is a place where history meets innovation, natural beauty inspires exploration and local flavor shines.

DiscoverNEPA celebrates all that makes this region special—its vibrant arts scene, thriving businesses, outdoor recreation, and the people who call it home. Whether you’re planning your next getaway or rediscovering your hometown, we’re here to guide you through everything that makes NEPA an incredible place to live, work and play.

What’s happening in NEPA

Explore the best things to do and events in NEPA with our latest reads. Whether you're looking for scenic trails, family-friendly activities, or a weekend getaway, we've got tons of suggestions. Find everything from outdoor excursions and bustling local shops to delicious dining spots and must-see attractions in Northeastern PA.

What’s happening in NEPA

Explore the best things to do and events in NEPA with our latest reads. Whether you're looking for scenic trails, family-friendly activities, or a weekend getaway, we've got tons of suggestions. Find everything from outdoor excursions and bustling local shops to delicious dining spots and must-see attractions in Northeastern PA.

Food Trucks

Hit Up These Hispanic Food Trucks in NEPA

People lined up alongside of the colorful 2 Wayz One Passion food truck in Scranton, PA.

Races & Walks

Back Mountain Triathlon 2025 Event Guide

Swimmers participating in an open water swim at Harveys Lake during the Back Mountain Triathlon, Harveys Lake, PA.

Fairs & Festivals

Picture This: Brewfest at Montage Mountain

A woman holds up a glass for the camera during Brewfest at Montage Mountain in Scranton, PA.

Adventure Sports

Where to Go Off-Roading in NEPA: ATV and UTV Parks Guide

A driver takes an off-roading vehicle through the mud at Pocono Outdoor Adventure Tours in Long Pond, PA.

Pizza

Senape’s Tavern Pitza: Same Recipe, New Generation

Arts & Culture

Picture This: SOMA Night Lights

A fire dancer entertains a crowd at SOMA Night Lights in Wilkes-Barre, PA.

Things To Do

10 Iconic Tourist Stops to Check Out on a Day Trip to New York City

The busy street, bright billboards, and skyscrapers in Times Square in New York City.

Things To Do

Free & Affordable Things to Do in Scranton

View of the skyline and Electric City Building in Downtown Scranton taken on Courthouse Square during the spring with blossoming trees in the foreground.

Treats

Bobbie Cook’s Bakery joins CAN DO Hazleton Kitchen Incubator

Katherine Pawelski stands in the kitchen at the CAN DO Hazleton Kitchen Incubator, proudly holding one of her signature cookies from Bobbie Cook’s Bakery.

Shopping

Mother’s Day Gift Guide

A variety of gifts for Mother's Day: jewelery, clothing, accessories, and home decor.

Coffee Shops

Exploring NEPA’s Unique Coffee Shops

A wide view of the seating area at Cafe Wren with a large, open garage door and lots of hanging plants amidst the eclectic furniture in Milford, PA.

Studios & Classes

Get Crafty: Hands-On Classes & DIY Fun in NEPA

A man and a woman in red aprons smiling as they work on their pottery project at Kettle Creek Pottery in Stroudsburg, PA.

Pizza

Shelley’s Pizza – Nittany Lions in NEPA

Events

Celebrate Earth Day with a Community Cleanup

A little boy and a woman planting a small tree in the ground at Montage Mountain in Moosic, PA.

Trails

10 Trails for Scenic Spring Hikes: Video Round-Up

A young man stands alone admiring a sunny view across the Wyoming valley from a rock outcropping along a trail at the Bear Creek Preserve in Bear Creek, PA.

Trails

Enjoy an Easy Stroll on NEPA’s Scenic Walking Trails

A woman walks on a wooden boardwalk through a grassy bog at Thomas Darling Preserve, Blakeslee, PA

Live Music & Theater

An Evening to Sip, Savor & Celebrate at F.M. Kirby Fest

A man serves drinks to two women at F.M. Kirby Fest, Wilkes-Barre, PA.

Outdoors

Susquehanna River Recreation Guide

A pair of kayakers on the Susquehanna RIver paddle toward the Market Street Bridge Bridge in Wilkes-Barre, PA.

Events

Spring Adventures, Festivals and Fresh Air with Explore Schuylkill

Attendees gather on the lawn in sport chairs while listening to a band at Schuylkill County Brewfest in Pottsville, PA.

Golf

Swing Away on NEPA’s Scenic Golf Courses

Shop for a Cause

100% of profits from NEPA Store purchases are donated to local nonprofits. Help us spread NEPA pride and make a difference, one tee at a time!

Visit the Store

Discover what NEPA has to offer

Explore By Season

Winter

Dec Feb

Bundle up. It’s time for cold-weather fun

Two people skiing on a snowy slope at Montage Mountain Resort in Scranton, PA.

Spring

Mar May

Nature comes alive as we welcome warmer days and new adventures

Mother and child taking photos in the tulip fields at Brown Hill Farms in Tunkhannock, PA.

Summer

Jun Aug

Explore rivers, mountains, forests & even the skies of NEPA

Family whitewater rafting on the Lehigh River with Pocono Whitewater, based in Jim Thorpe, PA.

Fall

Sep Nov

Get out and enjoy the leaves, pumpkins, apples, and more

Family exploring a pumpkin patch at Roba Family Farms located in North Abington Twp., PA.

Holidays

Tis’ the season for sparkly lights and family traditions

Festive downtown holiday lights on Main Street in Stroudsburg, PA in the Pocono Mountains.

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Take a Look

Take a glimpse into the best of NEPA with our video highlights! From exciting things to do and delicious local restaurants to outdoor adventures, family fun and local events, watch now and get inspired to explore NEPA your way!

Take a Look

Take a glimpse into the best of NEPA with our video highlights! From exciting things to do and delicious local restaurants to outdoor adventures, family fun and local events, watch now and get inspired to explore NEPA your way!

Food Trucks

DABS Scoops Mobile

Dining

Alta Pizzeria & Pasta House

Outdoors

Ricketts Glen State Park

Shopping

NEPA Store | Love NEPA Collection

Local Shops & Boutiques

Mother’s Day Shopping in NEPA

NEPA Store | Collections

Dining

Senape’s Tavern Pitza

Dining

Pasquale’s Pizzeria & Family Restaurant

Arts & Culture

NEPA Makers: Scranton Printing Co.

Events

Brittany’s Bakehouse

Breweries, Wineries & Distilleries

10 Spring Beers

Shopping

NEPA Store | Collections

Support a Cause

Volunteer Spotlight: The Greenhouse Project

Dining

Wisteria

Shopping

NEPA Store | Collections

Events

Kettle Creek Pottery

Dining

5 Spots for Pagach in NEPA

Treats

Must-Try Easter Treats in NEPA

A tray of colorfully decorated sugar cookies from Bakery Delite in Plains, PA.

Experience NEPA’s Great Outdoors For Yourself!

We’re your official guide to Northeastern Pennsylvania’s world-class outdoor playground complete with 18 state parks, stellar hiking and biking trails, roaring rapids, raging rivers and legendary skiing. Embrace life’s best moments with an epic outdoor adventure exploring all four seasons of fun in one of the most beautiful places to call home.

Outdoor Recreation in NEPA

A lone woman stands on the rocks framed between two trees and photographs a cascading waterfall along the Shades of Death trail at Hickory Run State Park in White Haven, PA.

NEPA Events Calendar

See All

Discover all the best NEPA things to do with our expansive events calendar. From fairs & festivals to concerts, theater, races, nonprofit fundraisers and more, there’s always something happening this weekend and this month in Northeastern, PA.

May 01

Jim Thorpe

Jim Thorpe Independent Film Festival

Thu-Sun

@ 06:00 pm

Mauch Chunk Opera House

Observe Scranton Festival

Bloomsburg Fire Department Carnival

Wed-Sat

@ 05:00 pm

Bloomsburg Fire Department

NEPA’s hispanic food truck scene is dishing out bold, flavorful eats on the go. These mobile kitchens bring heart, heritage & serious sabor to the 570.

Isabella Cordaro
Writer

Hit Up These Hispanic Food Trucks in NEPA

Senape’s Tavern in Hazleton has been a local staple for nearly a century, known for its signature “pitza”. As ownership passes from father to son, the beloved restaurant is entering an exciting new era while staying true to its roots.

Brady Y.
Writer

Senape’s Tavern Pitza: Same Recipe, New Generation

After years of dreaming and planning, Katherine Pawelski turned her passion for pastry into Bobbie Cook’s Bakery. With help from the Hazleton Kitchen Incubator, she’s now serving up gourmet cookies across NEPA.

CAN DO, Inc.
Writer

Bobbie Cook’s Bakery joins CAN DO Hazleton Kitchen Incubator

NEPA boasts a vibrant coffee scene with cozy cafés and artisanal shops serving creative specialty drinks with a unique atmosphere to match.

Isabella Cordaro
Writer

Exploring NEPA’s Unique Coffee Shops