Franklin Park Borough ’ s Festival in the Park Date : June 30 Time : 4 p . m . Address : Blueberry Hill Park Activity Center , Blaine ’ s Way , Franklin Park Contact : franklinparkborough . us , or 412.364.4115 , ext . 347
Featuring inflatable fun for all ages , children ’ s activities , food booths and live music ! This summer celebration will be held on the lower fields at Blueberry Hill Park . The night caps off with a magnificent fireworks display that blasts off around dusk . Visit the website for more information .
Guyasuta Festival Dates : Aug . 6-11 Address : Kennedy Park , 13th and North Canal Streets , Sharpsburg Contact : sharpsburgborough . com , Facebook . com / GuyasutaCommittee , or 412.781.0546
Fun for families ! Featuring weeklong events including carnival rides , nightly entertainment , free corn and watermelon , a full day of free activities , games and prizes for children . The festival ends with a spectacular fireworks display . Visit the website for more information .
Hampton Township Independence Day / Community Day Celebration Date : July 3 Address : Hampton Community Park , 3101 McCulley Road , Allison Park Contact : hampton-pa . org , or 412.486.0400
Packed with fun activities for the entire family including kids ’ activities , games , live musical entertainment , carnival-style food , community vendors and more . Don ’ t forget your folding chair to watch the spectacular fireworks display . Visit the website for the entire schedule of events .
‘ In Harmony ’ Heritage Music Festival Dates : July 20 & 21 Address : Friday , Mennonite Meetinghouse , 114 Wise Road ; Saturday , Harmonist Barn Museum , 303 Mercer Road , Harmony Contact : inharmonyfestival . com , or 724.452.7341
This concert was the vision of the late John Ruch , former president of Historic Harmony . There will be two days of great entertainment . Be sure to take time to visit all the wonderful shops in Harmony as well . Visit the website for more information , cost and show times .
Horse Trading Days Dates : July 19-21 Address : Various locations throughout Zelienople area ( Check the website for more information .) Contact : horsetradingdays . com , or 412.995.8401
Bring the whole family for three amazing days of old-fashioned food , music , and contests in beautiful Zelienople ! Visit the website for a schedule of events .
Leetsdale 4th of July Celebration Dates : TBA – visit the website . Address : Various locations in Leetsdale Contact : leetsdale4thofjuly . com , or facebook . com / Leetsdale4thofjulycelebration
Since 1943 ! Enjoy a parade , party in the park , fireworks and a carnival . Want this tradition to continue for generations to come ? Donations are always welcome . Visit the website or Facebook page for more information and a schedule of events .
Mars 4th of July Community Celebration Date : July 4 Address : Downtown Mars Contact : marsborough . com , or facebook . com / MarsBorough
Celebrate the nation ’ s birthday with a parade , community vendors , food , kids activities , live music and a fantastic fireworks display ! Visit the Facebook page for more information .
Marshall Township Community Day Date : Aug . 25 Time : 3 p . m . Address : Knob Hill Park , 415 Knob Road , Marshall Contact : twp . marshall . pa . us , or 724.935.3090 x115
Join family and friends for a fun-filled day ! Events will include great food , live music and crafts , games , inflatables , fireworks and more ! Visit the website for a schedule of events .
Ohio Township Volunteer Fire Company ’ s Annual Carnival Dates : July 20-21 Address : Ohio Township Community Park , Ohio Township ( Check the Facebook page for the parade route .) Contact : ohiotwpfire . com / category / events , or facebook . com / Ohio- Township-Volunteer-Fire-Company
Support the OTVFC ! Featuring kids ’ activities , games , a Fire Truck Parade , live musical entertainment , a fantastic fireworks display and so much more . Visit the Facebook page for the schedule of events .
Pine Township Community Day Date : July 21 Address : Pine Community Park , 100 Pine Park Drive , Pine Township Contact : twp . pine . pa . us , or 724.625.1636
Friends , festivities and fun ! Featuring activities for all ages including food vendors , games , crafts , inflatables and live entertainment , topped off with a spectacular fireworks display ! Visit the website for a schedule of events .
Regatta at Lake Arthur Dates : Aug . 4 & 5 Address : Moraine State Park , 225 Pleasant Valley Road , Portersville Contact : lakearthurregatta . org , or 724.687.0707
“ Naturally ” fun , and providing free weekend activities for friends and families to enjoy . Nearly 15,000 visitors attended the 2017 Regatta to experience 3,225-acre Lake Arthur and over 40 miles of scenic shoreline . The regatta offers land and lake events , along with exciting opportunities to engage with the natural resources of the park . Visit the website for a schedule of activities .
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