Allegheny Green and Innovation Festival and Hay Day
Date : Sept . 24 Address : Hartwood Acres Park Amphitheater , 200 Hartwood Acres , Hampton / Indiana townships Contact : alleghenycounty . us / parks , or 412.767.9200
Featuring numerous local exhibitors , food and craft vendors , and nonprofit organizations , the festival highlights innovation and sustainability in our region . AGIF occurs in conjunction with Hay Day — a fun-filled family event featuring a petting zoo , hay rides , inflatables , arts and crafts , and other activities for individuals , kids and families . Visit the website for more information .
Avon Club Annual Fall Festival
Date : Sept . 24 Time : 10 a . m . to 4 p . m . Address : Church Avenue between Dickson and Dalzell avenues , Ben Avon Contact : avonclub . benavon . org
The Avon Club is a women ’ s club in the neighborhood of Ben Avon that is a nonprofit organization and raises money to benefit local Pittsburgh charities , food banks , Meals on Wheels , women ’ s shelters , etc . Every year it hosts a Fall Festival event in the neighborhood to give back to the community . This is not a fundraising event ! It is meant to kick-off the fall season and to provide an opportunity for neighbors to come out and have fun ! Food , a DJ , used book sale , Chili Cook-Off , pie baking contest , local artisans and crafters , children ’ s games and more will be available . Visit the website for more information .
Avonworth Oktoberfest in the Park
Date : Sept . 10 Time : 7 p . m . Contact : facebook . com / avonworth . oktoberfest / info or avonworthcommunitypark . org Address : Mayernik Center at Avonworth Park , 498 Camp Horne Road , Ben Avon
Prost ! All proceeds will go toward the Avonworth Community Pool ’ s Capital Fund . Guests can enjoy authentic German hors d ’ oeuvres and snacks , as well as German-themed entertainment . Visit the website for ticket information and other details .
Cheeseman Pumpkin Festival
Dates : Saturdays and Sundays in October Address : Kennedy Road , Portersville Contact : cheesemanfarm . com , or 724.368.3233
Come on out to the “ Cheeseman Pumpkin Festival ” and start a new family tradition . Take a hayride , pick a pumpkin , run and jump in the hay maze , spend some time enjoying the petting zoo and browsing seasonal items and gifts , or maybe put a little fright in your night ! Plan a visit after sunset to the renowned “ Cheeseman Fright Farm .” Visit the website for more information on fees , schedules and other details .
Evans City Oktoberfest
Dates : Sept . 16 , 17 & 18 Address : Downtown Evans City Contact : evanscity . us , or 724.538.8126
Enjoy this annual fall festival celebrated at different locations in downtown Evans City . Some of the many activities include art , craft and food vendors , a parade , contests , a car cruise and live music . Visit the website for more information .
Fern Hollow Nature Center Fall Music Festival
Date : Sept . 17 Time : 3 to 8 p . m . Address : 1901 Glen Mitchell Road , Sewickley Contact : facebook . com / FernHollowNatureCenter , or 412.741.6136
Support FHNC while enjoying a variety of music including blues , rock and reggae in a beautiful natural setting . The festival also includes children ’ s activities , food and much more . Visit the website for ticket information and other details .
Freedom Farms Fall Festival
Dates : Weekends in October ; check the website for dates and times . Address : 795 Pittsburgh Road , Butler Contact : freedomfarmspa . com , or 724.586.5551
During the festival , take part in a large variety of fun activities including hayrides , a hay maze , pony rides , face painting , contests and much more . Come experience the farm atmosphere at a beautiful time of the year and take part in one last farming celebration before winter . Visit the website for more information on fees , schedules and other details .
Harvest Home Dinner and Festival at St . Alphonsus
Dates : Sept . 10 & 11 Address : 201 Church Road , Wexford Contact : saintalphonsuswexford . org , or 724.935.1151
A delicious family-style cooked meal , a country store , a Chinese auction and raffles are just some of what is offered at the St . Alphonsus annual fall fundraiser . Kids activities include inflatables , spin art , additional games , treats and more . Visit the website for more information .
Harvest Moon Wine Festival
Date : Sept . 10 Address : Millvale Riverfront Park , 70 Riverfront Drive , Millvale Contact : millvalepa . com , or 412.821.2777
Enjoy a fall evening along the picturesque Allegheny River , as you sample local wines and food , enjoy live entertainment and more . Proceeds from the festival go toward various revitalization projects for Millvale . For information on purchasing tickets to the event , visit the website .