TThe community calendar is filling up fast. Whether you’ re planning ahead or just looking for something to do on a sunny afternoon or warm evening, consider this your guide to making the most of the season. From food trucks and festivals to concerts and movies under the stars, these events highlight the best of what summer has to offer close to home.
We kindly ask that before attending an event, please check the website provided. We do our utmost to make certain the information we provide in this section is accurate; however, events are subject to change.
FAIRS, FESTIVALS AND FUNDRAISERS
ALL SAINTS GREEK FOOD FESTIVAL
When: June 8 – 11 Where: All Saints Greek Orthodox Church, 601 West McMurray Road, Canonsburg For more info: allsaintscbg. org
An entire team of volunteers help make this festival possible, preparing and serving countless delicious Greek dishes and desserts. Greek music and dancing add to the experience.
BITES AND PINTS FOOD & DRINK FESTIVAL
When: May 22 through June 28( Friday – Sunday) Where: Kennywood Park, 4800 Kennywood Boulevard, West Mifflin For more info: kennywood. com
This festival at Kennywood features chef-inspired tastings of international cuisine, specialty cocktails, craft beers and wine.
BRIDGEVILLE DAY ON THE AVENUE
When: June 20 Where: 425 Bower Hill Road, Bridgeville For more info: bridgevilleboro. com
This is an old-fashioned street fair with food, games, raffles, and tons of family fun.
BROOKLINE’ S BREEZEFEST
When: August 8 Where: Brookline Boulevard, Brookline For more info: brooklinetogether. org / breezefest
This annual street fair offers live music, craft vendors, activities for kids, and fun for all ages.
CALIFORNIA RIVERFEST
When: August 22 & 23 Where: Wood Street, California For more info: visitwashingtoncountypa. com
This annual community festival offers a wide variety of food and shopping vendors, children’ s activities, and live music.
CANONSBURG FOURTH OF JULY PARADE & CELEBRATION
When: July 4 Where: Various locations in Downtown Canonsburg For more info: canonsburgjuly4th. org
Canonsburg hosts one of the largest Independence Day celebrations in the state with a patriotic parade, park events, and a spectacular fireworks display plus lots of other fun activities.
CASTLE SHANNON LIBRARY FUNDRAISER
When: May 2 Where: Castle Shannon Library, 3677 Myrtle Avenue, Castle Shannon For more info: castleshannon. librarycalendar. com / events
This fundraiser will include a featured guest from KDKA news, a silent auction, a caricature artist, magician, sports trivia, door prizes, and food. All proceeds benefit the library.
CORKS & KEGS
When: August 28 – 30 Where: Hollywood Casino at The Meadows, 210 Racetrack Road, Washington For more info: visitwashingtoncountypa. com
Corks & Kegs has become one of the largest craft beer events in the region. It offers tons of activities, food trucks, live music, a car cruise, and plenty of beers, ciders, wines and spirits.
FALL FANTASY PARADES
When: August 1 – 16( Check the website for exact dates.) Where: Kennywood Park, 4800 Kennywood Boulevard, West Mifflin For more info: kennywood. com
Don’ t miss one of Kennywood’ s grandest traditions. This series boasts more than 130 marching bands from local high schools and universities, along with beautifully decorated floats.
FOODEES FEST
When: June 12 – 14 Where: South Hills Village Mall, 301 South Hills Village, Upper St. Clair For more info: foodeesfest. com
Get ready for a weekend of delicious food, unique crafts and family fun. About 50 food trucks and vendors will be serving gourmet dishes and sweet treats. There will also be dozens of artisans showcasing handmade jewelry, arts and crafts.
GREATER PITTSBURGH FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL
When: May 22 – 24 Where: Hollywood Casino at The Meadows, 210 Racetrack Road, Washington For more info: pghfoodfest. com
More than 50 of the region’ s food trucks will participate in this year’ s Food Truck Festival. Live music and entertainment, craft beer and wine, and regional artisans and vendors will add to the appeal.
MCSUMMER FEST
When: July 25 through August 1 Where: Heritage Park, 101 Fourth Street, McDonald For more info: visitwashingtoncountypa. com / mcsummerfest
This long-standing tradition draws crowds in from all over for food, live music, fireworks, rides and carnival games. Check the Facebook page for more details and the music lineup.
PITTSBURGH VEGAN SUMMER SOLSTICE & FAIRY FESTIVAL
When: June 27 Where: South Park Fairgrounds, Brownsville Road and Corrigan Drive, South Park For more info: pittsburghvegan. com
This event will be a celebration of veganism with lots of activities and vendors.
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