Trax Farms Fall Festival Where : 528 Trax Road , Finleyville For more info : traxfarms . com
This annual Fall Festival is a tradition for many families in the South Hills and beyond . There ’ s always something for everyone . Enjoy a hayride to the pumpkin patch to pick your own pumpkin or see if you can find your way through the giant 4-acre corn maze .
Festivals and More
Dormont ’ s Annual Street and Music Festival When : Oct . 8 Where : Potomac Avenue , from West Liberty Ave . to Belrose Ave ., Dormont For more info : boro . dormont . pa . us / dormont-street-and-music-festival
Enjoy strolling entertainers , live performances on stage , local vendors and artists , crafts and activities for kids , food from local restaurants , and fun for the whole family .
The Hamilton Harvest Festival When : Oct . 15 Where : Hamilton Presbyterian Church , 4500 Hamilton Road , Bethel Park For more info : hamiltonpresbyterian . org / harvest-festival
The outdoor grounds come alive with daylong stage entertainment , local vendors , artists and crafters , food booths , community groups and a special children ’ s zone . All are welcome .
Houston Pumpkin Festival When : Oct . 7-9 Where : 124 West Pike Street , Houston For more info : houstonpumpkinfestival . net
This festival is a three-day community tradition . The event is held at the American Legion Post # 902 Picnic Grounds and offers food , craft vendors , music , entertainment , children ’ s activities , a parade and contests . Admission into the festival is free . Proceeds benefit the Houston Volunteer Fire Department .
McFall Fest When : Oct . 8 Where : McDonald Presbyterian Church , 119 Station Street , McDonald For more info : mcdonaldpres . org
The McFall Fest is good old-fashioned fun for the whole family . The event features a bake sale , homemade food , vendors , crafters , children ’ s games , a mums / pumpkin sale , Sandi ’ s Treasure Chest resale shop , a basket raffle and more .
Pittsburgh Coffee and Chocolate Festival When : Oct . 22 Where : South Park Fairgrounds Museum Building , Brownsville Road , South Park Township For more info : eventbrite . com
This festival is a celebration of all things coffee and chocolate related ( and then some ). Attendees can sample a variety of coffee roasts and styles , paired with a multitude of decadent chocolate-themed sweets and treats from businesses in Pittsburgh and the surrounding area .
Scott Township ’ s Octoberfest When : Oct . 1 Where : Scott Township Municipal Park , One Park Drive , Carnegie For more info : scott-twp . com
Enjoy live music , German dancers , food , crafts , raffles , a petting zoo , inflatables , hayrides and more .
Halloween Events
Brentwood Pumpkin Patch When : Oct . 16 Where : Brentwood Park ( Fields 1 , 2 and 3 ), 118 Park Drive , Brentwood For more info : brentwoodboro . com
Looking for an autumn activity for the kids this year ? Enjoy fall fun for the whole family at Brentwood Borough ’ s Annual
Pumpkin Patch in the Park . This year , the event features hay bales , corn stalks , plants for decorating , crafts , games , concessions , and lots and lots of pumpkins .
Cecil Township Trail of Treats When : Oct . 22 Where : Cecil Township Park , 3599 Millers Run Road , Cecil For more info : ceciltownship-pa . gov / 288 / Upcoming-Events-in-2022
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 . For children 12 and under .
Fall Fun Day When : Oct . 1 Where : Mingo Creek Park , Shelter # 6 , 3111 Route 136 , Finleyville For more info : co . washington . pa . us
Join the park staff for a fun-filled day of pumpkin carving , scarecrow stuffing and hayrides . Pre-registration is required , not more than 30 days in advance . Fees : hayrides $ 2 per person , pumpkins $ 4 each , and scarecrow stuffing is free ( bring your own clothes to use ).
Family Scarecrow Frenzy When : Oct . 11 Where : Mingo Creek Park , Shelter # 10 , 3111 Route 136 , Finleyville For more info : co . washington . pa . us
Take your family , some old clothes and accessories , and your creative minds to create the best scarecrow ever at the 2nd Annual Family Scarecrow Frenzy . Straw and a frame in the shape of a “ T ” will be provided . A snack will also be included . Pre-registration is required ( no more than 30 days in advance ).
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