SOUTH FAYETTE COMMUNITY DAY
When: August 22 Where: Fairview Park, 129 Greenwood Drive, South Fayette For more info: southfayettepa. com
Spend time with friends and neighbors at this Community Day! There will be free activities, food and drink vendors, and fun for all.
SOUTH FAYETTE TOWNSHIP MOVIES AT FAIRVIEW
When: July 17, August 14, and September 18 Where: Fairview Park, 129 Greenwood Drive, South Fayette For more info: southfayettepa. com
Watch movies on the big screen during this free summer outdoor film series. Take a blanket or chair, bug spray and snacks.
STAR PARTY AT MINGO CREEK PARK
When: July 10 & 11, August 14 & 15, and September 4 & 5 Where: Mingo Creek Park Observatory, 1327 Venetia Road, Finleyville For more info: 3ap. org
View the moon, stars, planets and deep space objects! These public star parties are hosted by the Amateur Astronomers Association of Pittsburgh. They start at dusk with safe solar viewing beginning approximately two hours before sunset. Observing will take place as long as there is a partly clear sky.
TOUCH A TRUCK
When: July 12 Where: Fairview Park, 129 Greenwood Drive, South Fayette For more info: southfayettepa. com
Children and adults can explore trucks, buses, tractors and other big vehicles at this hands-on event. In addition to township and community vehicles, there will be food, activities, booths and more.
WHITEHALL BOROUGH COMMUNITY DAY
When: August 8 Where: Brennan Plaza, 100 Borough Park Drive, and Snyder Park, Southvue Drive and Flamingo Drive, Whitehall For more info: whitehallboro. org
Entertainment, food trucks, family activities and so much more!
FESTIVALS AND FUN IN THE BURGH
BLOOMFIELD LITTLE ITALY DAYS
When: August 13 – 16 Where: Liberty Avenue( from Ella to Gross St.), Bloomfield For more info: littleitalydays. com
Bring your appetite to one of the region’ s largest heritage festivals. Expect lots of music and food, games, and activities for the kids among the unique shops and fine restaurants. This four-day festival will have three packed stages with more than 30 acts.
NIGHT IN THE TROPICS: SUNSET RIVIERA
When: July 17 Where: National Aviary, 700 Arch Street, Pittsburgh’ s North Side For more info: aviary. org
Feel the Mediterranean breeze at this 21 + summer party! Live music, tropical drinks and great food from more than a dozen local restaurants will be available while enjoying the lush habitats of the aviary after hours.
NORTHSIDE MUSIC FESTIVAL
When: July 10 – 12 Where: Various locations on Pittsburgh’ s North Side For more info: northsidemusicfestival. com
Northside Music Festival presents a curated lineup in a wide variety of genres. It also includes numerous art vendors, food and lots of family activities.
PEDAL PGH
When: August 30 Where: Allegheny Commons Park West, 600 West North Avenue, Pittsburgh’ s North Side For more info: pedalpgh. org
This casual, fun event invites thousands of riders of all ages, abilities and fitness levels to explore the Steel City. Proceeds benefit BikePGH, a nonprofit organization that works to make the city safe and accessible for everyone to bike and walk.
PICKLESBURGH
When: July 16 – 19 Where: Downtown Pittsburgh( Check the website for specific locations.) For more info: picklesburgh. com
Picklesburgh is the destination for all things pickled! Enjoy international dishes, artisan cocktails and beers that feature pickled ingredients, and lots of other prepared foods. There will also be canning demonstrations and much more. It’ s kind of a big dill!
PITTSBURGH INTERNATIONAL JAZZ FESTIVAL
When: September 17 – 20 Where: August Wilson African American Cultural Center, 980 Liberty Avenue, Downtown Pittsburgh For more info: pittsburghjazzfest. org
World-renowned musicians, local jazz pros and new artists will take the stage to create a sound experience like no other. This annual event is presented by the August Wilson African American Cultural Center. Be ready to party, dance, sing and make some musical memories.
PITTSBURGH TACO FESTIVAL
When: September 12 Where: The Stacks at 3 Crossings, 2875 Railroad Street, Pittsburgh’ s Strip District For more info: pghtacofest. com
A day for celebrating tacos! A portion of the proceeds will directly benefit local charities.
PITTSBURGH VINTAGE GRAND PRIX
When: July 11 – 19 Where: Various locations in and around the city of Pittsburgh For more info: pvgp. org
This huge vintage race event spans nine days, with two race weekends, car shows, parties, parades and motorsport events. It raises funds to help provide residential care, treatment and support for
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