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FALL fun GUIDE

FALL fun GUIDE

Haunted Hillside Dates : Check the website for dates . Address : 7209 Pennsylvania 819 , Mount Pleasant Contact : hauntedhillside . com , or 724.542.5196
Very scary ! This haunted attraction goes through more upgrades and changes than any other one around ! New sets and new technology are added each year to ensure that Haunted Hillside stays among the scariest in the area . Visit the website for more information .
Hobgoblin Hikes at Twin Lakes and Cedar Creek Parks Dates : Twin Lakes Park Hike , Oct . 20 ; Cedar Creek Park Hike , Oct . 27 Time : 7 to 9 p . m . Addresses : 219 Twin Lakes Road , Latrobe ; 453 Evergreen Drive , Belle Vernon Contact : co . westmoreland . pa . us , or 724.830.3959
Recommended for ages 8 and over , the Hobgoblin Hikes are half-mile outdoor guided walks through the haunted woods of the county parks . Visitors can expect to be led through mazes and cemeteries , and past more than 100 ghouls , goblins and monsters . The events are free and will be held regardless of weather conditions , offered as a safe , family alternative to conventional trick-or-treating . Parents are encouraged to attend the events with their children . Visit the website for more details .
Idlewild ’ s Hallowboo ! Dates : Check the website for dates . Address : Idlewild Park , U . S . 30 , Ligonier Contact : idlewild . com , or 724.238.3666
It ’ s the Idlewild you know and love with a fun , family-oriented Happy Halloween twist ! Featuring trick-or-treating through Story Book Forest , live entertainment , costumed characters , themed rides and attractions , hay bale maze and more . For a list of rides that are open during Hallowboo and other information , visit the website .
Lonesome Valley Farms Dates : Check the website for dates . Address : 180 Fairground Road , Greensburg Contact : lonesomevalleyfarms . com , or 724.423.4290
Featuring two of the area ’ s top haunted attractions : the Haunted Hayride with
Maze Trail , and the Slotter Farm ! For more kid-friendly Halloween fun , there is also a Pumpkin Patch Playland . The Midway has a concession stand , food booth , gift shop , games and fire sites . Visit the website for more information .
Not So Spooky Hike by Allegheny Land Trust Date : Oct . 20 Address : Dead Man ’ s Hollow Conservation Area , 1906 Donner Street , McKeesport Contact : alleghenylandtrust . org
Ever wonder why pirates wear an eyepatch , or how an owl can hunt in the dark ? Enjoy this not-too-scary night hike where you ’ ll explore the science and stories behind many of the area ’ s favorite fall creatures ! Explore myths and legends and learn about the creatures of the autumn night . Have fun hearing stories around a campfire where you can roast a s ’ more . Rain or shine , and registration is required for groups of five or more .
Phantom Fright Nights at Kennywood Park Dates : Weekends from the end of September until Halloween Address : 4800 Kennywood Boulevard , West Mifflin Contact : kennywood . com
As the leaves turn and the days shorten , Phantom Fright Nights return to Kennywood . The award-winning spectacle of terror has been recognized by USA Today for being among the best theme park Halloween events in the country , and was also named to Amusement Today ’ s Golden Ticket Awards list of the best Halloween theme park events . For more information , visit the website .
Pumpkin Days at Kerber ’ s Dairy Dates : Check website for dates . Address : 1856 Guffey Road , North Huntingdon Contact : kerbers . com , or 724.863.6930 A fun destination for families this fall ! Featuring hayrides , pumpkins – all shapes and sizes , rainbow playground , tube slides , farm pets , mini golf , good food and fall treats . Visit the website for more information .
Schramm Farms and Orchards Dates : Weekends in October Address : 1002 Blank Road , Jeannette Contact : schrammfarms . com , or 724.744.7320
Running through the end of October , enjoy a huge selection of pumpkins for your choosing . There is something for the whole family to enjoy including play hay , corn stalk mazes , pony rides , hayrides , a corn box , and much more . There is also a wide selection of refreshments including fresh-cut French fries , apple cider slush , homemade candy and caramel apples , and more ! Visit the website for more information .
White Oak Borough and Recreation Board Halloween Parade and Truck-or-Treat Date : Oct . 27 Address : Check the website . Contact : woboro . com
After the parade , enjoy a free event designed to give children the opportunity to see , touch , and safely explore their favorite trucks and heavy machinery and ask questions in a safe , supervised environment . Other fun activities include music , snacks , treat bags and more ! Visit the website for more information .
Wilkins School Community Center Kids ’ Corner Halloween Shenanigans Date : Oct . 13 Address : 7604 Charleston Avenue , Regent Square Contact : wsccpgh . org
Have fun with your little boys and ghouls at this Halloween event for kids featuring mummy wraps , a monster toss , the ghostly gripper and more . Visit the website for more details .
MUSICAL PERFORMANCES
Beethoven ’ s Fifth by Edgewood Symphony ’ s Chamber Orchestra Date : Oct . 13 Address : Agnes and Joseph Katz Performing Arts Center , Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh , 5738 Darlington Avenue , Pittsburgh Contact : edgewoodsymphony . org / concert / Beethoven
Bringing you the exuberant Russlan and
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