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Cecil Township Trail of Treats When : October 21 Where : Cecil Township Park , 3599 Millers Run Road , Cecil For more info : ceciltownship-pa . gov
Wear your favorite costume and follow along the haunted illuminated trail to collect treats from area businesses . Enjoy Halloween music and treats at the concession stand . The event is for children 12 and under .
Fall Fun Day When : September 30 Where : Mingo Creek Park Shelter # 6 , 3111 Route 136 , Finleyville For more info : co . washington . pa . us
Join the park staff for a fun-filled day of pumpkin carving , scarecrow stuffing and hayrides . Pre-registration is required , not more than 30 days in advance . Fees : Hayrides , $ 2 per person ; Pumpkins , $ 4 each ; Scarecrow stuffing , free ( bring your own clothes for it ).
Ghost Hunting 101 : Haunted Teachings When : October 5 Where : Bethel Park Public Library , 5100 West Library Avenue , Bethel Park For more info : bethelparklibrary . org
Did you ever want to talk to a ghost ? Step into a new dimension of ghost hunting and learn what lurks among us . Whispering Souls Paranormal will bring awareness and education about the spirit world through personal experiences , scientific methods , and equipment . Get ready for some chilling and hair-raising moments because this haunted class is in session .
Halloween Night Walk When : October 13 Where : McDonald Trail Station , intersection of the Panhandle Trail and South McDonald Street , McDonald For more info : co . washington . pa . us
Families decked out in their Halloween costumes are invited for a luminary-lit walk on the Panhandle Trail . Trick-ortreating will be available along the trail for children ages 11 and under . Preregistration is required ( no more than 30 days before event ).
Haunted Trail XXIII When : October 6 & 7 Where : Peterswood Park ( next to the recreation center ), 700 Meredith Drive , Venetia For more info : peterstownship . com
Dare to walk the trail and see what lurks around the corners and behind the trees ! Halloween scares await on the haunted trail .
Haunted Trail for Kids When : October 7 Where : Peterswood Park ( next to the recreation center ), 700 Meredith Drive , Venetia For more info : Call 724.942.5000
Prior to the scarier evening trail event , kids and their parents are invited to walk the trail , meet some of the spooky actors , and check out the Halloween scenes . Strollers are not recommended . RSVP is required , since space is limited .
Jack-O-Lantern Jog When : October 28 Where : 314 Elm Street Extension , Canonsburg For more info : raceplace . com
The 5K and walk will both start at Canon-McMillan High School . All participants registered before October 16 are guaranteed a t-shirt . There will be a raffle , Chinese auction and a 50 / 50 . All proceeds benefit the Community Scholarship Foundation of Canon- McMillan . Participants are encouraged to dress in costume .
Mingo Creek Park Star Party When : October 6 Where : Mingo Creek Park Observatory , Little Mingo Road , Venetia For more info : 3ap . org
View the moon , planets , and deep space objects at the Mingo Creek Observatory ! Star parties , provided by the Amateur Astronomers of Pittsburgh , begin at dusk , with safe solar viewing beginning two hours before sunset .
North Strabane Hayride and Bonfire When : October 7 Where : Simmons Farm , 170 Simmons Road , McMurray For more info : northstrabanetwp . com
What better way to celebrate the season than with a hayride and bonfire ? Fees and registration are on the website .
North Strabane Trunk or Treat When : October 21 Where : 1929 Route 519 , Canonsburg For more info : northstrabanetwp . com
All are welcome to attend North Strabane ’ s annual Trunk or Treat event for some Halloween fun .
Peters Township Friday Night Flicks When : October 13 Where : Peterswood Park Amphitheater , 700 Meredith Drive , Venetia For more info : peterstownship . com
Enjoy a Halloween-themed double feature under the stars , “ The Nightmare Before Christmas ” and “ Friday the 13th .” Visit the website for details on the movies and ratings . Bring along a blanket or chair .
Pumpkin Patch Trolley When : October 20-22 Where : Pennsylvania Trolley Museum , 1 Museum Road , Washington For more info : pa-trolley . org
Enjoy the fall season with a ride on a decorated trolley ! It will take families to the Trolley Display Building where they can tour the large collection of trolleys . Children can select a pumpkin from the pumpkin patch and take it to the events room to decorate . There will be children ’ s games and complimentary refreshments . Add to the fall fun by dressing up in your favorite costume .
South Fayette Township Movies in the Park : ‘ Hotel Transylvania ’ When : October 6 Where : Fairview Park , 288 Recreation Road , South Fayette Township For more info : southfayettepa . com
Watch this monster comedy on a big screen as part of the township ’ s outdoor movie series . Remember to take a blanket or chair and bug spray .
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