The annual Walnutport Canal Festival is Oct. 19 and 20 along the Lehigh Canal in Walnutport, presented by the Walnutport Canal Association.

The "12th Tow Path Trot" along the canal begins with registration at 8 a.m. The 6k Walk and Fun Run starts at 9 a.m. The 6k Run begins at 9:30 a.m.

A "Feast-ival," with roast chicken, pulled pork sandwich, baked potato, coleslaw, hot dog, and applesauce, will be served 4- 5: 30 p.m. Oct. 19. To register: walnutportcanalassociation.tripod.com, Janets63@gmail.com, 610-737-3900

The Michael Peters and John Ortiz Ensemble performs at The Walnutport Canal Pavilion.

There will be hay rides. Information: 610-760-0262

Events noon - 6 p.m. Oct. 20 include: arts and crafts, vendors, pumpkin-painting, face-painting, Chinese auction, and performances by E.J. The Snake Man, juggler-magician Al Grout, Jolly Holly the Clown, poet Paul Martin, Big Valley and canal songs and stories by Matthew Dodd.

Sponsors include Lehigh Valley Regional Council D&L Trail Alliance, Susquehanna Bank, Women's Club of Slatington, Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce Foundation, Blue Ridge Communications and PenTeleData.

Information: 610-767-5817, 610-216-1130