Mingo Creek Park Star Party When: October 17 & 18 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.
Mt. Lebanon Artists’ Market When: September 27 & 28 Where: Academy Avenue Parking Lot( behind The Saloon), Mt. Lebanon For more info: mtlebopartnership. org
As a juried arts festival, the market will include more than 60 booths featuring professional-quality, original art in a variety of media. Food trucks will provide great eats for purchase.
Owl Prowl When: November 14 Where: Mingo Creek Park, 232 Mingo Creek Road, Eighty Four For more info: visitwashingtoncountypa. com
Take a night hike in Mingo Creek Park to listen for vocalizations of resident owls. Screech owls and barred owls may be heard. This will be a fun-filled family outing. Dress for the weather and moderate hiking. Pre-registration is required.
Read Local, Eat Local When: September 6 Where: Peters Township Public Library, 616 East McMurray Road, McMurray For more info: ptlibrary. org
The Peters Township Library Foundation provides the funding for this author showcase featuring local writers and food trucks in a fun combination event.
St. Thomas More Fall Arts and Crafts Show When: October 4 Where: 126 Fort Couch Road, Bethel Park For more info: stmpgh. org
Holiday items, jewelry, unique handmade crafts, food, and much more will be available for purchase at this annual show.
South Fayette Township Movie in the Park:‘ Zokkomon’ When: October 3 Where: Fairview Park, 288 Recreation Road, South Fayette Township For more info: southfayettepa. com
Watch a family movie on the big screen during this outdoor series. Remember a blanket or chair and bug spray.
Taking it to the Streets When: September 27 Where: Brownsville Road at Towne Square, Brentwood For more info: brentwoodboro. com
Celebrate fall with this fun street festival and concert. Food trucks from around the area will bring fall fun to your plate, and quality beer and wine will give you a real sip of the season.
Twilight at Mansfield When: November 2 Where: Oliver Miller Homestead, 1 Stone Manse Drive, South Park For more info: olivermillerhomestead. org
Described as the most picturesque event of the year, see the Oliver Miller Homestead in old-fashioned ambiance. The property will be lit by candles, lamps, lanterns and crescent, allowing for a rare opportunity to see it in a traditional evening setting.
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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.
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