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.”
Tijuana Brass Presented by River City Brass When: October 3 Where: Carson Middle School, 300 Hillvue Lane, McCandless For more info: rivercitybrass. org
River City Brass will perform a tribute to Herb Alpert and his Tijuana Brass, featuring hits such as“ Tijuana Taxi,”“ A Taste of Honey,” and“ Zorba the Greek.”
Autumn in the Burgh
Festival of Combustion When: October 4 Where: Carrie Blast Furnaces, 801 Carrie Furnace Boulevard, Rankin For more info: riversofsteel. com
This festival is a celebration of the industrial arts and American crafts. Hands-on activities for adults and kids, with demonstrations and experiences throughout the day, will add to the fun.
Handmade Arcade When: December 5 & 6 Where: David L. Lawrence Convention Center, 1000 Fort Duquesne Boulevard, Downtown Pittsburgh For more info: handmadearcade. org
This holiday market is Handmade Arcade’ s longest-running and largest event, hosting up to 250 makers and artists and more than 10,000 enthusiastic shoppers.
Idlewild’ s HallowBoo! When: September 13 through October 26( Saturdays and Sundays) Where: Idlewild Park, 2580 US-30, Ligonier For more info: idlewild. com
It’ s the Idlewild you know and love with a fun, family-oriented, Happy-Halloween twist! Trick-or-treat through Story Book Forest, hop on favorite rides, and enjoy special entertainment perfect for the season.
Jack O’ Lantern Extravaganza When: October 2 through November 2( Check the website for exact dates.) Where: Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium, 7370 Baker Street, Highland Park For more info: pittsburghzoo. org
Thousands of artistically carved pumpkins will glow in the night during the walk-through Jack O’ Lantern Extravaganza. The gallery will feature an array of beloved zoo animals, famous sites, and some familiar characters presented with sound, light, and other special effects.
Phantom Fall Fest at Kennywood When: Select dates in September and October Where: Kennywood Park, 4800 Kennywood Boulevard, West Mifflin For more info: kennywood. com
Phantom Fall Fest lets you do Halloween your way. Family-friendly fun starts early, including rides, festive food, and a unique autumn atmosphere. When the sun goes down, the Phantom takes screams to the extreme with haunted houses and scare zones.
Phipps’ Fall Flower Show: Visions of Japan When: Opening October 4( Check the website for additional dates.) Where: Phipps Conservatory, 1 Schenley Drive, Oakland For more info: phipps. conservatory. org
Celebrate the prominence of the chrysanthemum in Japanese culture during the Fall Flower Show at Phipps! Enjoy mums in all shapes and sizes, as well as props that include jewel-toned fans, a moon gate, a pagoda, footbridges and a dragon.
Pittsburgh Empower Walk & 5K Run When: September 25 Where: Acrisure Stadium, 100 Art Rooney Avenue, Pittsburgh’ s North Side For more info: act. autismspeaks. org
Participation in this event directly supports crucial programs and services for the autism community.
Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival When: September 18-21 Where: Highmark Stadium, 510 West Station Square Drive, Pittsburgh’ s South Side For more info: pittsburghjazzfest. org
World-renowned jazz musicians, local pros, and new artists all take the stage to create a sound experience like no other. This annual event is presented by the August Wilson African American Cultural Center.
Pittsburgh Monster Pumpkins Festival When: October 18 & 19 Where: 3 Crossings Campus( between 28th and 29th Streets), Pittsburgh’ s Strip District For more info: monsterpumpkins. com
Mark your calendar for this festival that features pumpkins so big, so heavy, and so fascinating-to-behold, you’ ll be doing double takes all day long!
Schenley Plaza Kids Day When: October 13 Where: 4100 Forbes Avenue, Oakland For more info: pittsburghparks. org
Kids Day includes free carousel rides, interactive activities, unique live performances and more! ■
c We love to inform our readers about fun events happening in our local communities. Send an email message to d. mountain @ icmags. com if you have details about a future event in the area.
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