Fall Fairs & Festivals
Cecil Township Fall Festival When : September 30 through October 1 Where : Cecil Township Park , 3599 Millers Run Road , Cecil For more info : ceciltownship-pa . gov
Celebrate Cecil with family and friends at the Fall Festival . There will be lots of crafters , scrumptious food , a variety of entertainment , 50 / 50 raffle , Chinese auction , a petting zoo , bounce houses and lots more .
Children ’ s Harvest Festival When : October 15 Where : Oliver Miller Homestead , 1 Stone Manse Drive , South Park For more info : olivermillerhomestead . org
Harvest time wasn ’ t all work and no play . In fact , it was a very important opportunity for communities to get together and enjoy each other ’ s company . This event is especially family friendly , with an emphasis on children ’ s games , crafts , music , and a giant leaf pile .
Covered Bridge Festival When : September 16 & 17 Where : Ten covered bridges in Washington and Greene counties For more info : visitwashingtoncountypa . com
Each location of the Covered Bridge Festival offers a charming atmosphere and an array of activities including handmade arts , food , historical reenactments , crafting demonstrations , and entertainment .
Dormont ’ s Annual Street and Music Festival When : October 14 Where : Potomac Avenue ( from West Liberty Ave . to Belrose Ave .), Dormont For more info : boro . dormont . pa . us
Enjoy strolling entertainers , live performances on stage , local vendors and artists , children ’ s crafts and activities , food from local restaurants , and fun for the whole family .
Green Tree Borough Octoberfest When : September 16 Where : Green Tree Park , 905 Greentree Road , Green Tree For more info : greentreeboro . com
This annual event offers games , rides , food , live entertainment , craft vendors , and fun for all ages .
Houston Pumpkin Festival When : October 13-15 Where : American Legion Post # 902 Picnic Grounds , 124 West Pike Street , Houston For more info : houstonpumpkinfestival . net
This festival is a three-day community tradition that offers food , craft vendors , children ’ s activities , a parade , and contests .
Musical entertainment will include performances by Black Dog Hollow , the Canon- McMillan Steel Drum Band , and Ashley Mullens . Admission is free . Proceeds benefit the Houston Volunteer Fire Department .
Pennsylvania Arts & Crafts Christmas Festival When : October 20-22 , 28 & 29 Where : Washington County Fairgrounds , 2151 North Main Street , Washington For more info : familyfestivals . com
Browse and shop at more than 200 exhibit spaces with an abundance of arts , crafts , and foods in six heated buildings . Many of the region ’ s best artists and craftsmen will be displaying their finest crafts , including functional and decorative wood , embellished clothing , stained glass , jewelry , candles , and much more .
Pennsylvania Bavarian Oktoberfest When : September 15-17 Where : Downtown Canonsburg For more info : canonsburgboro . com
Among the top Oktoberfest celebrations in the nation , the Pennsylvania Bavarian Oktoberfest features fun for the whole family ! It includes live entertainment on two stages featuring both German music and today ’ s pop music . There will also be an assortment of beers available , a food court offering German and American cuisine , a children ’ s craft area , and amusement rides / games .
Halloween Activities & Events
Cecil Township Trail of Treats When : October 21 Where : Cecil Township Park , 3599 Millers Run Road , Cecil For more info : ceciltownship-pa . gov
Wear your favorite costume and follow along the haunted illuminated trail to collect treats from area businesses . Enjoy Halloween music and treats at the concession stand . The event is for children 12 and under .
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