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GEARHARD FARMS ANNUAL CORN MAZE
When: Weekends from early September through Halloween Where: 5909 Saltsburg Road, Murrysville For more info: gearhardfarms. com Get lost in fall fun at Gearhard Farms! Each year since 2000, a corn maze has been designed with all ages in mind, offering various challenges for participants. Additional farm activities include hayrides, the pumpkin patch and more.
LONESOME VALLEY FARMS
When: Check the website for the dates. Where: 180 Fairground Road, Greensburg For more info: lonesomevalleyfarms. com
When it comes to Halloween fear and fun, Lonesome Valley Farms delivers. Go to terrifying places on the Haunted Hayride with Walking Trail and at the Slotter Farmhouse and Barn. Or get yourself all turned around in the nonhaunted Get Lost Corn Maze and enjoy other fun activities.
Fall Fairs and Festivals
DELMONT APPLE‘ N ARTS FESTIVAL
When: October 3 & 4 Where: Shields Farm, 326 East Pittsburgh Street, Delmont For more info: delmontapplenarts. com
Take a bite out of fall fun at the Apple’ n Arts Festival! This event features more than 100 arts, crafts and food vendors plus antique farm equipment and apple cider you can see pressed right before your eyes. Proceeds benefit the community.
EDGEWOOD FOUNDATION’ S OKTOBERFEST
When: October 3 Where: Koenig Field, 401 Greendale Avenue, Edgewood For more info: edgewoodfoundation. org
Oktoberfest is a time for residents to share in brats, beer and fun. Don’ t forget the pig roast!
FORT LIGONIER DAYS
When: October 9 – 11 Where: Downtown Ligonier For more info: fortligonierdays. com
This festival commemorates a key battle of the French and Indian War, which occurred on Oct. 12, 1758. Fort Ligonier Days draws many visitors each year to the quaint, picturesque town of Ligonier. The event features battle reenactments, top-rated juried crafts, delicious foods, delightful musical entertainment, a grand parade and a 5K walk / run.
LABOR UNITED CELEBRATION
When: September 6 & 7 Where: Northmoreland Park, 280 Markle Road, Apollo For more info: westmorelandcountypa. gov
A giant two-day festival celebrating the proud tradition of labor in Western Pennsylvania. The event includes musical performances, family entertainment, carnival rides, bingo, an arts & crafts marketplace, and a large flea market.
MT. PLEASANT GLASS & ETHNIC FESTIVAL
When: September 25 – 27 Where: 1 South Diamond Street, Mount Pleasant For more info: mtpleasantglassandethnicfestival. com
The Glass & Ethnic Festival celebrates the area’ s glass making history and ethnic diversity. Crowds will enjoy ethnic foods, arts, crafts, contests, and free entertainment on two stages.
OKTOBERFEST
When: October 10 Where: White Valley Park, 2050 Ball Park Court, Murrysville For more info: murrysville-exportrotary. com
This year’ s Oktoberfest will be fun for all ages. Enjoy German food, live music from The Kosmix Band, the Wall of Beer, basket raffles, and activities for kids.
PENNSYLVANIA ARTS & CRAFTS LABOR DAY FESTIVAL
When: September 4 – 7 Where: Westmoreland Fairgrounds, 123 Blue Ribbon Lane, Greensburg For more info: familyfestivals. com
With more than 200 exhibits, there is truly something for everyone. A mix of exhibitors and vendors will be ready to greet you at this annual shopping marketplace offering unique treasures and food.
PLUM FALL FEST
When: September 26 Where: 1040 Ross Hollow Road, Plum For more info: plumboro. com
Plum Fall Fest will include a pumpkin patch, games, crafts, food trucks, beer, pony rides and more!
SCOTTDALE FALL FESTIVAL
When: September 18 – 20 Where: The Gazebo, corner of Pittsburgh and Spring Streets, Scottdale For more info: scottdalefallfestival. org
This is a three-day annual celebration featuring a wide variety of handmade
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