McKeesport International Village
Dates: Aug. 16-18 Address: Stephen Barry Field, Eden Park Boulevard and University Drive, Renziehausen Park, McKeesport Contact: mckeesportinternationalvillage. com
Founded in 1960, McKeesport International Village is the Pittsburgh area’ s best celebration of traditional food, music, dancing, clothing and crafts, topped off with a fireworks display on Aug. 18 at dusk! Visit the website for a schedule of events.
McKeesport Summer Concert Series
Dates: Specific summer dates – visit the website for more information. Time: All performances begin at 7 p. m. Address: Lions Band Shelter, Tulip Drive, Renziehausen Park Contact: mckeesportbands. com
Set against the leafy backdrop of beautiful Renziehausen Park, this weekly concert series promises spectacular family entertainment with a variety of musical styles and fantastic performances. As always, the programs are free to enjoy thanks to sponsors like the City of McKeesport, the McKeesport Lions Club, and RAD. So grab a lawn chair or a blanket, find a good spot under the shade trees and get ready for McKeesport concerts in the park! Visit the website for the schedule of performances.
Monroeville Independence Day Parade and Fireworks
Date: July 4 Contact: monroeville. pa. us / parks, or 412.856.1006
An Independence Day Parade and Fireworks Celebration is being planned by the Monroeville Recreation Committee for July 4. Check the website for details on this fun and festive family event!
Monroeville Tall Trees Summer Concert Series
Dates: Sundays, June 12 – The Holidays; June 26 – KardaZl; July 10 – Totally 80s; July 24 – Billy Price; Aug. 7 – The Stickers; Aug. 21 – 8th Street Rox Address: Tall Trees Amphitheater, Monroeville Community Park West, 2447 Tilbrook Road, Monroeville Contact: monroeville. pa. us / parks, or 412.856.1006
Free and fun concerts in one of Monroeville’ s beautiful parks! Bring a folding chair or blanket and enjoy a variety of live music this summer. Concessions are available. Visit the website for more information.
Movie in Boyce Park Featuring“ Minions”
Date: July 28 Time: 8:30 p. m. Address: Boyce Park 3B Action Park, 75 Old Frankstown Road, Plum Contact: alleghenycounty. us / parks, or 724.327.0338
Pack a blanket, some folding chairs, snacks and, of course, the kids, and enjoy a free movie under the stars at Boyce Park! Courtesy of Allegheny County Parks. Visit the website for more information.
37th Annual Murrysville Community Day
Date: Aug. 13 Time: Noon to 9 p. m.
Address: Murrysville Community Park, 4056 Wiestertown Road, Export Contact: murrysvilleparecreation. com, facebook. com / Murrysville-Community-Day, or 724.327.2100, ext. 115
Live entertainment, great food, a petting zoo, a water zone for kids, car cruise, more than 60 exhibitors, the Murrysville Market featuring local crafters, artisans, and farmers market vendors, and so much more make this the event you don’ t want to miss! As always, admission is free and don’ t forget to plan to stay for the fabulous fireworks display! Visit the website for more information.
Norwin Community Picnic at Idlewild Park
Date: Aug. 3 Time: 11 a. m. Address: Idlewild Park, 2574 U. S. 30, Ligonier Contact: norwinchamber. com
The Norwin Community Picnic is held on the first Wednesday of August every year at Idlewild and Soak Zone in Ligonier. This picnic, organized and sponsored by the Norwin Chamber of Commerce, recognizes the Norwin area and allows families and friends to come together to celebrate the community. Business owners throughout the area donate money and prizes to give away during the big finale of the day. Visit the website for more information.
Oakmont Summer Sidewalk Sale
Date: July 30 Time: 10 a. m. to 4 p. m. Address: Allegheny River Boulevard, Oakmont
Come out for a day of great shopping, delicious food and snacks, children’ s activities and much more! Visit the website for the schedule of activities.
Penn Hills Arts Festival
Dates: July 21-23 Times: July 21, 6:30 to 8 p. m.; July 22, 3 to 8 p. m.; July 23, 1 to 8 p. m. Address: Penn Hills Library, 1037 Stotler Road, Penn Hills Contact: Janice Pfeifer at 412.793.8302
You don’ t have to travel far this summer to view impressive art! The Penn Hills Arts Council is hosting its annual festival at the Penn Hills Library and features local artists, live music, food and more. Call for more information.
Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix 2016 Schenley Park Race Weekend
Dates: July 16-17 Address: Bob O’ Connor Golf Course at Schenley Park, Schenley Drive and Darlington Road, Pittsburgh Contact: pvgp. org / race-weekend-events
Considered to be the premier vintage grand prix event in the United States, the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix attracts fans of all ages who line the beautiful Schenley Park streets to cheer for their favorite antique automobiles. This grand prix festival is one of the only all-volunteer-staffed events of its kind, and one of the few to attract such national recognition. Visit the website for a schedule of events.
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