Brookline ’ s Breezefest When : August 10 Where : Brookline Boulevard , Brookline For more info : brooklinetogether . org / breezefest
Everyone loves the Brookline Breezefest ! This annual street fair offers live music , craft vendors , and activities for kids — fun for all ages .
Canonsburg Fourth of July Parade & Celebration When : July 4 Where : Various locations in Downtown Canonsburg For more info : canonsburgjuly4th . org
Canonsburg claims to host the second largest 4th of July celebration in the state ! There ’ s a patriotic parade , park events , lots of fun activities , and a spectacular fireworks display .
Fall Fantasy Parades When : Select dates from August 3-18 Where : Kennywood Park , 4800 Kennywood Boulevard , West Mifflin For more info : kennywood . com
Don ’ t miss one of Kennywood ’ s grandest traditions . The Fall Fantasy Parades boast more than 130 marching bands from local high schools and universities , along with beautifully decorated floats .
McSummerfest When : July 27 through August 3 ( except July 28 ) Where : Heritage Park , 101 4th Street , McDonald For more info : visitwashingtoncountypa . com / mcsummerfest
This long-standing tradition draws crowds from all over for food , live music , fireworks , rides , and carnival games . Check the Facebook page for the details and music lineup .
MidSummer Night ’ s Folk Festival When : June 14 Where : Mt . Lebanon Public Library , 16 Castle Shannon Boulevard , Mt . Lebanon For more info : mtlebanonlibrary . org
The MidSummer Night ’ s Folk Festival is a family-friendly event for all ages celebrating the upcoming solstice . There will be music , food , activities , book sales , stories , and more . Most events will be held outside , weather permitting .
Pittsburgh Creative Arts Festival When : August 23-25 Where : DoubleTree by Hilton , 500 Mansfield Avenue , Green Tree For more info : pghknitandcrochet . com
This festival celebrates knitting , crocheting , fiber art , spinning , and weaving . There will be demonstrations , classes , contests , raffles , drawings and even a fashion show .
Resurrection Parish SummerFest 2024 When : June 17-22 Where : St . Thomas More Church , 126 Fort Couch Road , Bethel Park For more info : resurrectionpgh . org / Summerfest
This is a festival you don ’ t want to miss . SummerFest offers huge cash raffles , a flea market and jewelry sale , gift basket raffle , rides , inflatables , games , nightly entertainment , and tons of fair food .
Washington County Agricultural Fair When : August 10-17 Where : Washington County Fairgrounds , 2151 North Main Street , Washington For more info : washingtonfair . org
Thousands of animals are set to be shown at the 225th Washington County Agricultural Fair . This fair offers wholesome family fun , great entertainment , friendly competition , and educational experiences for everyone in attendance .
Whiskey Rebellion Festival When : July 12 & 13 Where : 139 South Main Street , Washington For more info : bradfordhouse . org
This summer festival honors the significant period of America ’ s early days through reenactments , history and heritage displays , street theater performances , children ’ s activities , music , food , and libations .
Live Performances
Borough of Whitehall Concerts in the Park When : June 8 and 22 , July 20 , and August 31 Where : Brennan Park Plaza , 100 Borough Park Drive , Whitehall For more info : whitehallboro . org / events
Live music , food trucks , and friends await you at these concerts in the park !
Concert in the Courtyard When : Every Thursday in August Where : Mt . Lebanon Public Library , 16 Castle Shannon Boulevard , Mt . Lebanon For more info : mtlebanonlibrary . org
There will once again be music in the Mt . Lebanon Library ’ s verdant courtyard this August ! These free concerts will feature different genres of music . See the website for a list of dates and specific artists .
‘ Dirty Rotten Scoundrels ’ Presented by South Park Theatre When : June 27 through July 13 Where : Brownsville Road and Corrigan Drive , South Park For more info : southparktheatre . com
“ Dirty Rotten Scoundrels , The Musical ,” is the story of Lawrence Jameson and Freddy Benson , two men who make their money talking rich ladies out of theirs . When the two meet , they decide to attempt to work together but the small French town isn ’ t big enough for the both of them !
First Fridays When : June 7 , July 5 , and August 2 Where : Clearview Common , Alfred Street , Mt . Lebanon For more info : mtlebopartnership . org
Enjoy live music in Clearview Common the first Friday of the summer months .
Green Tree Summer Concert Series When : Thursdays , July 11 through September 5 Where : Green Tree Park Gazebo , 895 Greentree Road , Green Tree For more info : greentreeboro . com
Enjoy some live music outdoors with friends and family ! Bring a blanket or chair and get comfortable .
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