SUMMER KICKOFF CONCERT
When: June 17 Where: Fairview Park, 288 Recreation Road, South Fayette Township For more info: southfayettepa. com
Kick off the official start of summer with a free outdoor concert! Take a chair and enjoy live music, vendors and activities. Food and drink will also be available for purchase.
SUMMER RUNNING( AND WALKING)
BRENTWOOD FIRECRACKER 5K RACE
When: July 4 Where: Brentwood Towne Square, Brentwood For more info: runsignup. com
This is one of the largest, longestrunning and most popular 5Ks in the area. It attracts elite and amateur athletes, with miles of cheering spectators.
J. R. TAYLOR 5K RACE AND WALK
When: June 6 Where: Starts 800 feet north of the Montour Trail’ s J. R. Taylor Memorial Bridge over Clifton Road, Bethel Park For more info: montourtrail. org / event
This pleasant out-and-back run / walk offers chipped timing, t-shirts, medals, and door prizes. The event benefits the Montour Trail in Bethel Park.
PITTSBURGH MELANOMA FOUNDATION 5K RUN / WALK
When: June 13 Where: Corrigan Drive, South Park For more info: melanomapgh. org
Raise funds for melanoma research and awareness programs by participating in this 5K run / walk.
WHISKEY REBELLION 5K RUN / WALK
When: July 4 Where: Canon-Mac Football Stadium, 1 North Jefferson Avenue, Canonsburg For more info: runsignup. com
The 42nd annual Whiskey Rebellion 5K Race continues a Canonsburg tradition. The race takes place before the big Independence Day parade. All proceeds benefit the Canon-McMillan cross country team.
OTHER SUMMER FUN
ANYTHING ON WHEELS EVENT
When: June 27 & 28 Where: Pennsylvania Trolley Museum, 1 Electric Way, Washington For more info: pa-trolley. org
Explore the world of wheeled transportation including antique and classic cars, special-use trucks, and even some vintage boats on trailers. Ride beautifully restored antique trolleys, tour the Trolley Display Building, and see interactive exhibits in the new Welcome & Education Center.
BRENTWOOD’ S TAKING IT TO THE STREETS
When: May 16, June 20, July 18, and August 22 Where: Brownsville Road at the Towne Square For more info: facebook. com / BrentwoodBoroughParksandRecreation
Enjoy live music, craft beers, fine wines, and an assortment of delicious foods from all over Pittsburgh at this series of outdoor concerts.
CAMPFIRE JAM NIGHTS
When: June 3 and August 13 Where: Mingo Creek Park, 323 Mingo Creek Road, Eighty Four For more info: washingtoncopa. gov / parks-and-recreation
Grab a lawn chair or blanket and join park staff around the campfire for an evening of acoustic music! Musicians who play an instrument are encouraged to share their talent. Listeners are also welcome. Light refreshments will be served.
CORN HOLE FOR THE CURE 2026
When: July 25 Where: North Strabane Park, McDowell Pavilion, 1929 Route 519, Canonsburg For more info: cornhole4thecure. wixwite. com / ch4c
Corn Hole for the Cure raises funds for breast cancer research and awareness. The event includes a double-elimination tournament, silent auction raffles, 50 / 50 raffle, food, and lots of fun.
FAMILY CAMPOUT AT MINGO CREEK PARK
When: August 14 Where: Mingo Creek Park, 323 Mingo Creek Road, Eighty Four For more info: washingtoncopa. gov / parks-and-recreation
Spend an evening camping under the star-filled skies. There will be lots of family fun including cooking hot dogs, roasting marshmallows, and spending time around the campfire. You will need your own tent and camping supplies, but park staff will be available to help new campers.
FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY SPRING PLANT SALE
When: May 9 Where: Mt. Lebanon Public Library, 16 Castle Shannon Boulevard, Mt. Lebanon For more info: mtlebanonlibrary. org
Here is an event for plant lovers! Purchase some spring plants to brighten up your home or garden at this annual sale benefiting the library.
GALLERIA SPRING ART SHOW
When: May 8 – 17 Where: The Galleria, 1500 Washington Road, Mt. Lebanon For more info: southartspittsburgh. org
Several art leagues including South Arts Pittsburgh, Upper St. Clair, Whitehall, McMurray, Bethel Park, Primary Colors and Photo Section will be participating in the Galleria Spring Art Show. A variety of original artwork and photography by local artists will be displayed and sold.
GIANT FLEA MARKET
When: May 16 Where: Memorial Hall, Route 88 and Grove Road, Castle Shannon For more info: csvfd. org
Shop or sell your stuff at this annual flea market presented by the Castle Shannon VFD Ladies Auxiliary. Indoors and out, rain or shine. Food and beverages will also be available for purchase.
MOVIE NIGHTS AT WILSON POOL
When: June 21, July 12, and July 26 Where: Wilson Pool, 825 Poplar Street, Green Tree For more info: greentreeboro. com
Spend a warm summer night at the pool and watch a movie too! No pool pass needed for this event. Large tubes and floating devices not permitted. Check the website for movie listings.
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