Fall
Festival Fever!
Friends of the Library Mum Sale When: September 6 Where: Mt. Lebanon Public Library, 16 Castle Shannon Boulevard, Mt. Lebanon For more info: mtlebanonlibrary. org
Get ready for fall with the library’ s annual mum sale!
Mt. Lebanon Artists’ Market When: September 27 & 28 Where: Academy Avenue Parking Lot( behind The Saloon), Mt. Lebanon For more info: mtlebopartnership. org
As a juried arts festival, the market will include more than 60 booths featuring professional-quality, original art in a variety of media. Food trucks will provide great eats for purchase.
Owl Prowl When: November 14 Where: Mingo Creek Park, 232 Mingo Creek Road, Eighty Four For more info: visitwashingtoncountypa. com
Take a night hike in Mingo Creek Park to listen for vocalizations of resident owls. Screech owls and barred owls may be heard. This will be a fun-filled family outing. Dress for the weather and moderate hiking. Pre-registration is required.
Read Local, Eat Local When: September 6 Where: Peters Township Public Library, 616 East McMurray Road, McMurray For more info: ptlibrary. org
The Peters Township Library Foundation provides the funding for this author showcase featuring local writers and food trucks in a fun combination event.
Taking it to the Streets When: September 27 Where: 4090 Brownsville Road at Towne Square Way, Brentwood For more info: brentwoodboro. com
Celebrate fall with this fun street festival. Food trucks from around the area will bring fall fun to your plate, and quality beer and wine will give you a real sip of the season.
Twilight at Mansfield When: November 2 Where: Oliver Miller Homestead, 1 Stone Manse Drive, South Park For more info: olivermillerhomestead. org
Described as the most picturesque event of the year, see the Oliver Miller Homestead in old-fashioned ambiance. The property will be lit by candles, lamps, lanterns and crescent, allowing for a rare opportunity to see it in a traditional evening setting.
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.
Phantom Fall Fest at Kennywood When: Select dates in September and October Where: 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.
Pittsburgh Chinese Cultural Festival When: September 13 Where: Mellon Park, 6518 Fifth Avenue, Point Breeze For more info: pghccc. org
This all-day festival offers tons of Asian cuisine, musical and dance performances, exhibits, and games.
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
This festival features world-renowned jazz musicians, local pros, and new artists to watch, creating a sound experience like
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