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Road to Trail 5K Run and Walk
When: August 15 Where: White Oak Park, Redwood Pavilion, McClintock Road, White Oak 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. Trophies are given to overall winners, and medals to the top three in each age group.
Westmoreland Yough Trail Chapter Poker Run
When: September 1 Where: Great Allegheny Passage, Arthur H. King Access Area, West Newton For more info: bikewytc. org
Lace up your sneakers or hop on your bike for a 2-mile walk, 12-mile ride, or 20- mile bike ride along the scenic GAP trail. Participants can collect a full poker hand at five stops along the route. Those with the three best poker hands win a trophy and prizes.
Summer Inspiration
Vintage Market Days
When: July 18-20 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 and Fun in the Burgh
Bloomfield Little Italy Days
When: August 14-17 Where: Liberty Avenue( from Ella to Gross Street), 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: Island Oasis
When: July 11 Where: National Aviary, 700 Arch Street, Pittsburgh’ s North Side For more info: aviary. org
Feel the Caribbean breeze at this 21 + summer party at the National Aviary! Live music, tropical drinks, and great food from more than a dozen local restaurants will be available. This all takes place while enjoying the lush habitats of the aviary after hours.
Northside Music Festival
When: July 11-13 Where: Various locations, Pittsburgh’ s North Side For more info: northsidemusicfestival. com
Northside Music Festival consists of a curated lineup with a wide variety of musical genres. It also includes numerous art vendors, food, and lots of family activities.
PedalPGH
When: August 24 Where: Allegheny Commons Park, 60 West North Avenue, Pittsburgh’ s North Side For more info: pedalpgh. org
This casual, fun charity ride welcomes thousands of bikers 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 11-13 Where: Multiple locations, Downtown Pittsburgh 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 Black Music Festival
When: July 14-17 Where: Point State Park and Market Square, Downtown Pittsburgh For more info: visitpittsburgh. com
This festival celebrates the history and heritage of jazz, gospel, R & B, and soul music in America. The free outdoor music event also features food vendors, speakers, cultural activities and more.
Pittsburgh Taco Festival
When: September 6 Where: The Stacks at 3 Crossings, 2875 Railroad Street, Pittsburgh’ s Strip District For more info: pghtacofest. com
The original festival to celebrate tacos! A portion of the proceeds from the event will directly benefit local charities.
Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix
When: July 10-20 Where: Various locations in and around the city of Pittsburgh For more info: pvgp. org
The Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix is a major vintage race event, spanning 10 days that include two race weekends, car shows, parties, parades, and motorsport events.
Rock, Reggae & Relief
When: August 2 Where: Stage AE, Pittsburgh’ s North Side For more info: rockreggaerelief. com
This music festival brings reggae tunes, unity, and feel-good vibes while offering a helping hand to neighbors in need. It raises money for local charities.
Summer Flower Show
When: Through September 21 Where: Phipps Conservatory, 1 Schenley Drive, Oakland For more info: phipps. conservatory. org
Enjoy a summer safari bursting with terrific topiary animals, tropical foliage and beautiful blooms. n
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