Fall
Festival Fever!
Punkin Chunkin When: October 18 Where: Hartwood Acres Park Amphitheater, 4000 Middle Road, Allison Park For more info: alleghenycounty. us Join Allegheny County Parks and SHARP Robotics from the Sarah Heinz House as pumpkins are launched across the amphitheater field with a full-size trebuchet! Face painting, balloon art, and games will add to the fun. Food and beverages will be available for purchase from local food trucks and vendors.
Sewickley Halloween Parade When: October 25 Where: 601 Thorn Street, Sewickley For more info: sewickleyborough. org
This spooky parade begins and ends at the Sewickley Municipal Building.
Zombies of the Corn When: Scheduled opening date September 26( Check the website for the full schedule.) Where: 282 Rochester Road, Freedom For more info: zombiesofthecorn. com
Go on an adventure to hunt zombies or walk through a zombie compound. Listen to ghost stories around the campfire while you roast a hot dog or marshmallow, and maybe get your face painted zombie-style!
Outdoor Activities
Fall Foliage Paddle When: October 9 Where: Moraine State Park( McDanel’ s Boat Launch Area, North Shore), 225 Pleasant Valley Road, Portersville For more info: events. dcnr. pa. gov
Join a park naturalist for an interpretive kayak paddle offering an interesting look into the colors of fall. Learn why plants are green and ultimately why they turn
the colors they do in the fall. A limited number of kayaks are available( note that due to increased demand, sign-ups for using park kayaks at programs are limited to two per year).
North Ridge Nightmare When: November 1 Where: North Park( Rose Barn), 10300 Pearce Mill Road, Allison Park For more info: raceplace. com
The North Ridge Nightmare is a Halloween-themed adventure hosted by North Park Trail Runners.
Owl Prowl When: October 16 Where: Moraine State Park( South Shore), 225 Pleasant Valley Road, Portersville For more info: events. dcnr. pa. gov
Join a park naturalist to learn about the wonderful owls that prowl the night woods. After a short discussion, those in attendance will go in search of these nightflying creatures. Participants should bring a flashlight and dress for the weather.
Slippery Rock Gorge Trail Hike When: October 12 Where: McConnells Mill State Park, 1761 McConnells Mill Road, Portersville For more info: events. dcnr. pa. gov / event / slippery-rock-gorgetrail-hike-5927
Join park staff and members of the North Country Trail Association on a 6.5-mile guided hike through the Slippery
Rock Gorge. It celebrates North Country National Scenic Trail Day and will start at Hell’ s Hollow and end at Eckert Bridge. This hike is considered to be difficult, so participants should be in good physical shape and be prepared to traverse steep, rocky, and uneven terrain.
Live Entertainment
‘ Chiller Theatre: The Musical’ When: October 17-19 Where: The Strand Theater, 119 North Main Street, Zelienople For more info: thestrandtheater. org The Strand Theater certainly enjoys the Halloween season! This musical is a creepy and comical celebration of classic horror monsters.
Night Fever: The Bee Gees Tribute When: October 18 Where: Cumberland Woods Village, 700 Cumberland Woods Drive, Allison Park For more info: thelegacylineup. com
An all-Canadian cast from Toronto, Ontario, recreates the look and sound of the band known for hits like“ Stayin’ Alive,”“ You Should Be Dancing,” and“ More Than a Woman.”
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