Have it All in Lehigh Valley
The Lehigh Valley is among the Northeast's fastest-growing regions, particularly among young adults, because of the diverse experiences and career opportunities that can be found all in one place.
More than 15,000 businesses of all sizes and sectors, from global leaders to startups, along with 11 colleges and universities call the Lehigh Valley home.
Consider the lifestyle of a region where you can hike to the top of a mountain during the day and be back in time for a night on the town. Lehigh Valley boasts a UNESCO World Heritage site, a half dozen concert venues, sporting events, and festivals nearly every weekend of the year.
Room to grow. Space to play. Meaningful work to do. A place to belong.
Ask a Lehigh Valley Local
Thinking of making a fresh start in the Lehigh Valley? Reach out to a Lehigh Valley local to get the low-down on what life is really like here.
Lehigh Valley's Cities
Allentown
The largest city in the Lehigh Valley and third largest in Pennsylvania, Allentown is a vibrant, diverse city with four major hospitals, two nationally ranked colleges, and several unique business districts.
Bethlehem
Known as Christmas City, USA, Bethlehem is a place of colonial and industrial history. But it's not just a city of the past. Bethlehem is home to growing businesses, two distinct downtowns, rich arts and culture, entertainment and learning.
Easton
Easton has a rich history and a bright, colorful future. It's the home of Crayola, Lafayette College, and the State Theatre. Easton has architecturally rich neighborhoods, and outstanding restaurants, shops, festivals, and attractions.
Best of the Best
The Lehigh Valley's diverse and rich quality of life has catapulted the region to the top of some prestigious lists. Here are are few:
- Realtor.com has ranked Lehigh Valley ZIP codes among the hottest four years in a row, the most recent being 18062 in Macungie. Other winning ZIP codes include 18064 in Nazareth and 18017 and 18018 in Bethlehem.
- Bethlehem was named among the "Top 100 Best Places to Live" in 2024 by Livability.com three years in a row.
- West End Theatre District in Allentown was named as one of “America's Most Underrated Nightlife Neighborhoods” by Wealth of Geeks website.
- Easton is one of the best downtowns in Pennsylvania, according to a recent article by WorldAtlas.
- Easton Public Market was voted as the best public market in America by USA Today readers.
- Musikfest ranked among the top music festivals and Christkindlmarkt was the No. 2 best holiday market in USA Today's Readers' Choice Awards.
- Historic Bethlehem Hotel was voted the #1 Historic Hotel in the nation for four consecutive years in USA Today's Readers' Choice Awards.
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Discover Lehigh Valley
The Lehigh Valley is flush with new adventures and memorable experiences. Discover Lehigh Valley.
- Local Flavors
- Major Festivals
- The Great Outdoors
- Arts and Culture
- History and Museums
- Farm Excursions
- Upcoming Events
- And much, much more
