Autumn in the Burgh
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ST. THOMAS MORE FALL ARTS AND CRAFTS SHOW
When: October 10 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 arts and crafts show.
TWILIGHT AT MANSFIELD
When: November 1 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 Oliver Miller Homestead in natural 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.
Autumn in the Burgh
ACRISURE STADIUM KICKOFF AND RIB FESTIVAL
When: September 3 – 7 Where: Acrisure Stadium, 100 Art Rooney Avenue, Pittsburgh( North Side) For more info: acrisurestadium. com / ribfest
This event fills the stadium with rib vendors, festival foods, beverages, games, rides and more. The Great Hall will also be open to fans for viewing the Steelers’ Super Bowl trophies, Hall of Fame Museum, lots of memorabilia, and the Terrible Towel wall.
FAMILY DAY AT SCHENLEY PLAZA: MARY SCHENLEY DAY
When: September 6 Where: 4100 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh( Oakland) For more info: pittsburghparks. org
Family Day includes free carousel rides, face painting, lawn games, a special visit from Mary Poppins, and more!
FESTIVAL OF COMBUSTION
When: October 3 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 and night, will add to the fun.
FOUR CHORD MUSIC FEST
When: September 25 & 26 Where: F. N. B. Stadium, 510 West Station Square Drive, Pittsburgh( South Side) For more info: fourchordmusicfestival. com
Like punk rock? Check out Four Chord Music Fest 12, which will have the biggest lineup to date!
HALLOWEEN HAPPENINGS: A BOO-TANICAL BASH
When: October 23 Where: Phipps Conservatory, 1 Schenley Drive, Pittsburgh( Oakland) For more info: phipps. conservatory. org
Little ghosts and goblins can head to Phipps Conservatory in costume for an evening of spooktacular activities, free with regular admission.
HANDMADE ARCADE HOLIDAY MARKET
When: December 4 – 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 275 makers and artists— and more than 10,000 enthusiastic shoppers.
IDLEWILD’ S HALLOWBOO!
When: September 12 through October 31( Saturdays and Sundays) Where: Idlewild Park, 2574 US-30 East, 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.
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