Fall
Festival Fever!
Night Fever: The Bee Gees Tribute When: October 18 Where: Cumberland Woods Village, 700 Cumberland Woods Drive, Allison Park For more info: thelegacylineup. com
An all-Canadian cast from Toronto, Ontario, recreates the look and sound of the band known for hits like“ Stayin’ Alive,”“ You Should Be Dancing,” and“ More Than a Woman.”
Tijuana Brass Presented by River City Brass When: October 3 Where: Carson Middle School, 300 Hillvue Lane, McCandless For more info: rivercitybrass. org
River City Brass will perform a tribute to Herb Alpert and his Tijuana Brass, featuring hits such as“ Tijuana Taxi,”“ A Taste of Honey,” and“ Zorba the Greek.”
Autumn in the Burgh
Festival of Combustion When: October 4 Where: Carrie Blast Furnaces, 801 Carrie Furnace Boulevard, Rankin For more info: riversofsteel. com
This festival is a celebration of the industrial arts and American crafts. Hands-on activities for adults and kids, with demonstrations and experiences throughout the day, will add to the fun.
Handmade Arcade When: December 5 & 6 Where: David L. Lawrence Convention Center, 1000 Fort Duquesne Boulevard, Downtown Pittsburgh For more info: handmadearcade. org
This holiday market is Handmade Arcade’ s longest-running and largest event, hosting up to 250 makers and artists and more than 10,000 enthusiastic shoppers.
Idlewild’ s HallowBoo! When: September 13 through October 26( Saturdays and Sundays) Where: Idlewild Park, 2580 US-30, Ligonier For more info: idlewild. com
It’ s the Idlewild you know and love with a fun, family-oriented, Happy-Halloween twist! Trick-or-treat through Story Book Forest, hop on favorite rides, and enjoy special entertainment perfect for the season.
Phantom Fall Fest at Kennywood When: Select dates in September and October Where: Kennywood Park, 4800 Kennywood Boulevard, West Mifflin For more info: kennywood. com
Phantom Fall Fest lets you do Halloween your way. Family-friendly fun starts early, including rides, festive food, and a unique autumn atmosphere. When the sun goes down, the Phantom takes screams to the extreme with haunted houses and scare zones.
Pittsburgh Chinese Cultural Festival When: September 13 Where: Mellon Park, 6518 Fifth Avenue, Point Breeze For more info: pghccc. org
This all-day festival offers tons of Asian cuisine, musical and dance performances, exhibits, and games.
Pittsburgh Empower Walk & 5K Run When: September 25 Where: Acrisure Stadium, 100 Art Rooney Avenue, Pittsburgh’ s North Side For more info: act. autismspeaks. org
Participation in this event directly supports crucial programs and services for the autism community.
Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival When: September 18-21 Where: Highmark Stadium, 510 West Station Square Drive, Pittsburgh’ s South Side For more info: pittsburghjazzfest. org
World-renowned jazz musicians, local pros, and new artists all take the stage to create a sound experience like no other. This annual event is presented by the August Wilson African American Cultural Center.
Pittsburgh Irish Festival When: September 5-7 Where: Carrie Blast Furnaces, 801 Carrie Furnace Boulevard, Rankin For more info: pghirishfest. org
This event is one of the area’ s largest celebrations of Celtic music, dance, lore, and food.
Pittsburgh Lebanese Food Festival When: September 5-7 Where: Our Lady of Victory Maronite Church, 1000 Tropical Avenue, Beechview For more info: visitpittsburgh. com
Authentic Lebanese food, music and culture are all part of this annual festival.
Pittsburgh Monster Pumpkins Festival When: October 18 & 19 Where: 3 Crossings Campus( between 28th and 29th Streets), Pittsburgh’ s Strip District For more info: monsterpumpkins. com
Mark your calendar for this festival that features pumpkins so big, so heavy, and so fascinating-to-behold, you’ ll be doing double takes all day long!
Schenley Plaza Kids Day When: October 13 Where: Schenley Plaza, 4100 Forbes Avenue, Oakland For more info: pittsburghparks. org
Kids Day includes free carousel rides, interactive activities, unique live performances and more! ■
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