Tuesdays at Townsend When : June 11 and 25 , July 9 and 23 , August 6 and 20 Where : Townsend Park , 130 Townsend Park Court , Murrysville For more info : murrysvilleparecreation . com
Head to the park on several Tuesday evenings to enjoy free live performances .
Family Fun
Father ’ s Day Fishing Derby When : June 16 Where : Twin Lakes Park , 2 19 Twin Lakes Road , Latrobe For more info : co . westmoreland . pa . us
What Dad wouldn ’ t want to spend his Father ’ s Day fishing ? Registration is required for this free fishing derby . The event is sponsored in part by the Westmoreland County Sportsmen ’ s League and Westmoreland County Parks and Recreation .
Monroeville CommUNITY Day When : June 8 Where : Monroeville Community Park West , 2399 Tilbrook Road , Monroeville For more info : monroevillefoundation . org
Monroeville CommUNITY Day brings residents , businesses , and community organizations together to enjoy food and craft vendors , music , entertainment , and activities for kids .
Northmoreland Park Fishing Derby When : May 19 Where : Northmoreland Park , 280 Markle Road , Apollo For more info : co . westmoreland . pa . us
Register at the Activity Center for this free fishing derby . The event is sponsored in part by the Westmoreland County Sportsmen ’ s League and Westmoreland County Parks and Recreation .
Westmoreland County Senior Games When : May 7-17 Where : Mammoth Park , 171 County Park Road , Mt . Pleasant ( and various Greensburg locations ) For more info : co . westmoreland . pa . us
This Olympic-style competition for senior men and women ages 50 and over will feature more than 30 events including bocce , bowling , cornhole , golf , pickleball , and shuffleboard . Gold , silver , and bronze medals will be awarded to winners in each bracket .
Summer Running
( and Walking )
Five Star Trail Poker Run When : July 20 Where : Five Star Trail , Kaufman Pavilion at Lynch Field For more info : co . westmoreland . pa . us
Walk , bike , or jog to support the Five Star Trail . This is not a race . Each participant will stop at various checkpoints along the trail where they will choose a playing card from a deck . At the end of the event , each participant will have assembled a complete poker hand . The best three hands will receive a trophy and prize package . Collect cards from one or several stations ; walk , bike , or jog however far you ’ d like ! Door prizes will also be given away at the conclusion of the event .
Road to Trail 5K Run and Walk When : August 16 Where : White Oak Park , Redwood Pavilion , McClintock Road , McKeesport For more info : runsignup . com
The annual Road to Trail Run and Walk will take place once again in scenic White Oak Park . The race starts and ends on road while the middle 2 miles are through wooded trails and grass fields . Large trophies will be given to overall winners and medals to the top three in each age group .
Westmoreland Heritage Trail Poker Run When : June 1 Where : Westmoreland Heritage Trail For more info : westmorelandheritagetrail . com
Lace up your sneakers or hop on your bike for a 4-mile walk or 12-mile ride along the Westmoreland Heritage Trail ! Participants can collect a full poker hand at five stops along the trail . The three best poker hands win a trophy and prizes .
Summer Inspiration
Dinner with the Therapy Dogs When : June 7 Where : Stratigos Banquet Centre , 131 Colonial Manor Road , North Huntingdon For more info : topdogtherapy . com
This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to meet the working dogs on the Top Dog Therapy Team . This fundraiser for the Westmoreland County nonprofit is a great way to meet the dogs and their handlers , and learn more about the amazing services they provide . There will also be delicious food , silent auctions , raffles , and a cash bar . Attendees must be 21 or older .
Irwin Street Market When : August 3 Where : Downtown Irwin For more info : downtownirwin . com / events . htm
Spend the day shopping at a variety of crafters , vendors , and local downtown merchants . There will also be a sidewalk flea market where you just might find a treasure or two .
Vintage Market Days When : July 26-28 Where : Monroeville Convention Center , 209 Mall Boulevard , Monroeville For more info : vintagemarketdays . com Vintage Market Days is an upscale vintage-inspired indoor / outdoor market featuring original art , antiques , clothing , jewelry , handmade treasures , home decor , outdoor furnishings , consumable yummies , and seasonal plantings . This is so much more than a flea market .
Festivals & Fun in the Burgh
3 Rivers Comicon 2024 When : June 1 & 2 Where : David L . Lawrence Convention Center , 1000 Fort Duquesne Boulevard , Downtown Pittsburgh For more info : 3riverscomicon . com
This family-friendly event brings the best in comics , books , and collectibles to life in downtown Pittsburgh . There will be more than 200 artists , vendors , and other guests at this year ’ s Comicon .
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