McKeesport International Village
Dates: Aug. 21-23
Address: Stephen Barry Field
(Renziehausen Park), Eden Park
Boulevard and University Drive,
McKeesport
Contact: mckeesportinternationalvillage.com
It’s one of the Pittsburgh area’s oldest and
largest ethnic festivals, back for its 58th year!
International Village is a three-day celebration
of shared traditions and heritage, including
food, music, dancing, traditional clothing
and crafts. Visit the website for a schedule of
events.
Norwin Community Picnic at
Idlewild Park
Date: Aug. 8
Address: Idlewild Park,
2574 U.S. 30, Ligonier
Contact: norwinchamber.com
This picnic, organized and sponsored by the
Norwin Chamber of Commerce, recognizes
the Norwin area and allows families and
friends to come together to celebrate their
community. Business owners throughout
the area donate money and prizes to give
away during the big finale of the day. Visit the
website for more information.
Oakmont Yacht Club Regatta
Date: July 27-29
Address: 11 Washington Avenue,
Oakmont
Contact: oakmontyachtclub.com, or
412.828.9847
A pe rfect example of a good old-fashioned
fair! It’s family friendly, with a good chunk of
activities geared directly toward the kiddos.
But there’s a bunch of stuff for everyone
else, such as food, live music, boat-themed
activities and more. Visit the website for more
information.
Penn Hills Summerfest
Date: Aug. 4
Address: Turner Friendship Park,
1340 Hunter Road, Penn Hills
Contact: Facebook.com/PHSummerFest,
or 412.795.3500
Don’t miss this Penn Hills Parks and
Recreation event that includes games, food,
live music and family fun! Visit the Facebook
page for more information.
Plum Community Festival
Dates: June 22 & 23
Address: Larry Mills Park, One Fontana
Drive (off O’Block Road), Plum
Contact: plumboro.com, or 412.795.6800
Family, friends and fun! Rides, games,
entertainment and food. Visit the website for
a schedule of events and for more details.
Shadyside…the Arts Festival on
Walnut Street
Date: Aug. 25
Address: 739 Bellefonte Street,
Shadyside
Contact: artfestival.com/festivals/
shadyside-the-art-festival-walnut-
street-pittsburgh, or
facebook.com/ThinkShadyside
This festival of fine art started out as a
neighborhood street fair and has gained
a reputation as one of the top shows in
Pennsylvania. Featuring artwork from
painters, potters, jewelers, photographers
and much more. Visit the website for more
information.
Swissvale Community Days
Dates: June 15 & 16
Address: Dickson Field, Schoyer Avenue,
Swissvale
Contact: facebook.com/Swissvale-
Community-Days, or
swissvaleborough.com
A tradition of family fun since 2013! Join in
for games, fireworks, live entertainment, great
food and much more. Visit the website for a
schedule of events.
Westmoreland Arts and Heritage
Festival
Dates: July 5-8
Times: 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Thursday-
Saturday; 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday
Address: Twin Lakes Park, Donohoe
Road, Greensburg
Contact: artsandheritage.com, facebook.
com/artsandheritage, or 724.834.7474
Bring your family, bring your friends and
spend the day dancing to live music, eating
tons of great ethnic foods, and shopping your
time away at the fabulous Artist Market. The
festival welcomes one and all to take part in
this four-day celebration at Twin Lakes Park.
It’s fun for everyone! Visit the website for
more information.
Westmoreland County Air Show
Dates: July 28 & 29
Address: Arnold Palmer Regional
Airport, Latrobe
Contact: palmerairport.com
Headlined by the U.S. Air Force
Thunderbirds!! This will be the only place in
the Pittsburgh region in 2018 to see a premier
military jet performance! Visit the website for
more information.
Westmoreland Fair
Dates: Aug. 17-26
Address: Westmoreland Fairgrounds,
123 Blue Ribbon Lane, Greensburg
Contact: westmorelandfair.com, or
724.423.5005
Annual event with agricultural and
livestock exhibits and contests, arts and crafts,
rides, food vendors, motocross, Powder Puff
and Demolition Derby, music, entertainment,
and more! Check the website for more details
and a schedule of events.
White Oak Community Day
Date: Aug. 4
Address: Heritage Hill Park,
1603 Delaware Avenue, White Oak
Contact: facebook.com/White-Oak-
Recreation-Board, or woboro.com
Enjoy swimming, food, fun, vendors,
music and games and more! The evening
will conclude with fireworks at dark.
Pool admission is free for residents and
pass holders. Visit the website for more
information.
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