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Summer Fairs, Festivals, and Community Days in the South Hills

21+ Pittsburgh Summer Fair's, Festivals and Community Days for 2024

By Emily Papa, Macaroni KID South Hills of Pittsburgh Publisher July 30, 2024

We've been on the lookout for Pittsburgh's Summer Fairs, Festivals and Community Days in and around Baldwin, Bethel Park, Brentwood, Bridgeville, Castle Shannon, Dormont, Jefferson Hills, Mt. Lebanon, Mt. Oliver, Mt. Washington, Pleasant Hills, South Park, South Side, Upper St. Clair, West Mifflin, Whitehall and the cities in between. While you can find the most up-to-date information listed on our event calendar, we made this handy-dandy graphic for you to print out on your fridge or save in your phone for now and have a running list in chronological order below. Right-click the image to save to your desktop and click on the links below for more details.




Castle Shannon Community Day

Hamilton Park

Dates: no info for 2024

More information: borough.castle-shannon.pa.us


Dollar Bank Three Rivers Arts Festival

Downtown Pittsburgh

Dates: May 31st - June 9th, 2024

More information: The ten-day celebration of the arts runs 12-9 pm daily. Some attractions are open on an ongoing basis while others have specific hours of operation. Guests can expect free high-quality arts attractions that have made the Festival a destination ranked among the nation’s premier free arts experiences.

  • Artist Market | 12-8 pm daily
  • All Performances | 12-8 pm daily
  • Featured Music Concerts | 7:30-9 pm daily
  • Giant Eagle Creativity Zone | 12-6 pm daily
  • Anthropology of Motherhood | 12-8 pm daily

traf.trustarts.org


Pittsburgh Pride 

Allegheny Commons Park West, Bloomfield

Dates: May 31st to June 2nd, 2024

More information: Pittsburgh Pride Revolution is a three-day LGBTQIA+ community event across Allegheny Commons Park West and Bloomfield. Focused on inclusion and diversity, it’s packed full of wonderful community events and performances offering something for everyone. lgbtqpittsburgh.com


Blessed Trinity Parish Summer Festival

Dates: June 3-8, 2024

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Baldwin Borough Community Day

3344 Churchview Avenue | Baldwin, 15227

Dates: Saturday, June 28th, 2024 12:00-9 pm

More information: More details to come! baldwinborough.org


Washington County Rib & Music Festival

Washington County Fairgrounds

Dates: June 28, 29, & 30th, 2024

More information: Enjoy award-winning BBQ, top-notch bands & Kid's Zone all weekend, rain or shine! There is a covered pavilion if you need some shade. Beverages are available for purchase; no outside food, beverage or coolers. Admission is $5.00/person - Parking $5.00. Friday 4pm-10pm, Saturday noon-10pm, Sunday noon-5pm washingtoncountyribandmusicfestival.com


Strawberry Festival

Soergel Orchards, Wexford

Dates: June 1st, 2024 from 4pm - 8pm

More information: Pick-your-own fields will open at 4 pm. Come to the farm for strawberry picking, strawberry desserts, Tiny Town, farm animals and more! soergels.com


St. Paul of the Cross Parish Fair

4040 Willow Ave | Castle Shannon

Dates: June 10th- 15th, 2024 from 6pm - 10pm

More information: Located on the former St. Annes School grounds, find food, rides, games, and a flea market at this family-favorite fair. stpaulofthecross.com


Bridgeville Day on the Avenue

Washington Ave | Bridgeville

Dates: June 15th from 11am - 5pm

More information: Join Bridgeville for a Day on the Avenue in Downtown Bridgeville, filled with friends, food, fun, games, live music, children's activities, craft vendors and a car cruise. Live music by Velveeta, Whiskey Mills and Elias Khouri. bridgevilleboro.com


Resurrection Parish SummerFest

St. Thomas Moore Church | USC

Dates: June 17th-June 22th

More information: resurrectionpgh.org/summerfest


Peters Township Community Day

120 Rolling Hills Drive | Peters Township

Dates: June 29th, 2024 11am

More information: This spectacular event includes vendor booths offering food, games, raffles, entertainment, a beer garden, information and so much fun! Children will enjoy free rides, bounce houses, face painting, airbrush tattoos, and magic. Come out for the day and don’t forget the evening fireworks display. There is so much to experience in Peters Township! All visitors will park in the High School parking lot and be shuttled over to Rolling Hills Park. peterstownship.com


The Big Butler Fair

1127 New Castle Road | Prospect, PA 16052

Dates: June 28th - July 6th, 2024

More Info: General admission is $9, kids 6 and under are FREE. All day ride band is $30 (including children 6 and under) or you can purchase ride tickets. bigbutlerfair.com


Ellwood City Festival 

Ewing Park, Ellwood City, PA

Dates: June 28th - June 30th, 2024 

More Info: ellwood-city-festival.net


Dormont Day

1801 Dormont Avenue | Dormont

Dates: July 4th

More Info: Please join Dormont for fireworks and Dormont Day celebration in the Dormont Pool parking lot on Thursday, July 4th, 2024. The event will begin at 7pm and will include grab bags, live music and food!


Westmoreland Arts and Heritage Festival

Twin Lakes Park

Dates: July 4th, 5ht, & 6th

More Info: Bring your family and friends and see our many local and national artists creating traditional crafts and fine art. Music that everyone will enjoy takes place on four stages. You will be greeted by strolling entertainment throughout the Festival. Children's activities, interactive art, heritage presentations, and, of course, delicious food. https://artsandheritage.com/


Saint Raphael Parish Festival

1607 Greentree Road in Scott Township

Dates: July 18, 19, & 20, 2024

More Info: Located on the parish grounds at Ss. Simon and Jude Church. straphaelcgs.org


Finleyville Carnival

Route 88 | Finleyville

Dates: July 22nd - July 27, 2024

More information: July 22nd - July 27. Parade will be July 24th at 7pm. Fireworks will be July 26th at dusk. Live music Tuesday-Friday. Kitchen open every night with a different special each night.  finleyvillevfd.org


Picklesburgh

Dates: July 18th - 21st, 2024

More Info: Picklesburgh is the destination for all things pickled! Voted the #1 Specialty Food Festival in the Country for three consecutive years by the readers of USA Today, Picklesburgh goes beyond the dill pickle to feature handcrafted food and artisan drinks featuring pickled ingredients from local chefs, restaurants, and more embracing the farm-to-table movement. Plus, don’t miss pickle-themed snacks and merchandise, fun contests, and live music set to the backdrop of picturesque Downtown Pittsburgh. Picklesburgh will return to Blvd. of the Allies Thursday, July 18 – Sunday, July 21, 2024

picklesburgh.com


Bethel Park Art & Music Festival

Bethel Park Community Center, Bethel Park

Date: Saturday, July 27th from 10 am - 8 pm

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Macaroni KID Party Palooza & Famly Fun Fair

Date: Sunday, July 28th from 1pm-5pm

More Info: Meet with the coolest party and kid-related vendors and food trucks in Pittsburgh to help you plan the perfect birthday party for your kids, no matter what their age or interest. Come sing and dance with Miss Cassidy, roam the petting zoo, make a birthday card to support an in-need child through Beverly's Birthdays, find your family fun in the Party Tester Zone, and book your next party with special Macaroni KID subscriber exclusive savings!

Admission is free! VIP opportunities are available!

Get more info and register here. 


Schwirian Farm Sunflower Festival

392 William Penn Road | Monongahela, PA 15063

Dates: Aug. 2-11, 2024! Open 8AM-8PM every day!

More Info: Free admission, $2 parking. PYO Sunflowers at $1/stem. facebook.com/SchwirianSunflowers


Castle Shannon VFD Carnival and Car Raffle

Castle Shannon Fire Department | Route 88 and Grove Road

Dates: July 24th - 27th

More information: csvfd.org/carnval

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Summer Fade Away Festival

Southpointe Town Center  | 1900 Main Street | Canonsburg PA 15317

Dates: August 1st, 2024

More Info: Summer Fade Away Festival is a way to celebrate summer, while raising awareness and funds to support services for children and families with autism and special needs. Live music, vendors, kids activities, food trucks, and raffles! autismcaringcenter.com


North Strabane Community Day

North Strabane Park

Dates: August 3rd, 2024

More Info: Food trucks, music, kids activities, vendors, fireworks, Children's Entrepreneur Market. northstrabanetwp.com


Pleasant Hills Community Day

Mowry Park | Pleasant Hills Borough

Dates: August 10th, 2024 from noon - 9:45

More Info: The day starts at Noon with a parade through the Borough that concludes at Mowry Park. Festivities at Mowry Park will include vendor booths, fine foods, bounce houses, games, live entertainment, face painting, henna tattoos, balloon artist, and a basket auction. The night ends with a fireworks display at 9:45. pleasanthillspa.com


Sweet Summer Days Festival

Port Farms | Waterford, PA

August 3, 4, 9, 10, 11

Immerse yourself in 3 acres of u-pick sunflowers, cosmos and zinnias during Summer Days at Port Farms (formerly known as The Flower Festival). Our Summer Days season has now expanded to include events & festivals every weekend!  

Summer Days is the perfect opportunity to add some color to your Instagram posts and enjoy time with friends.

Port Farms is family and dog-friendly. Summer at the farm makes a great date or an outing for all of your friends! As an added bonus, most of your favorite Port Farms activities will be open and are included with admission! Be sure to also visit our Beer Garden and on-site brewery, Poverty Knob Farmhouse Ales! portfarms.com


Whitehall Borough Community Day

Date: August 10th

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Brookline Breezefest

Brookline Blvd

Dates: August 10th, 2024 from 10am - 4pm

More Info: Everyone loves the Brookline Breezefest! Get ready for live music, craft vendors, kids' activities, and more! brooklinetogether.org


Grove City Sunflower Festival

206 Lee Road | Grove City, PA 16127

Dates: August 24th & 25th 2024 from 11am-5pm

More Info: Wander through a field of sunflowers and enjoy the farm for $10/person. Kids under 2 are free. Well-behaved dogs are also welcomed. PYO Sunflowers for $2/stem. fairhavenfarms.net


The Original Pittsburgh Taco Festival

Dates: September 14th, 2024 11:30am - 7pm

More Info: This event celebrates community and is produced with the support of the Latin American Cultural Union and the Pittsburgh Hispanic Development Corporation, and a portion of proceeds directly benefit these organizations. Enjoy delicious food from food trucks, restaurants, and vendors from around the city. $13 and up. pghtacofest.com


Meadowcroft Covered Bridge Festival

401 Meadowcroft Road | Avella, PA 15312

Dates: no info for 2024 yet

More Info: heinzhistorycenter.org


If you head to any of these fun fairs this summer, we'd love for you to tag us in your photos using #pghmackid! Make sure you subscribe to our FREE weekly newsletter, so you will be the first to know when additional Fairs and Festivals are added!


Do you know of any Summer Fairs, Festivals and Community Days in Pittsburgh in the Baldwin, Bethel Park, Brentwood, Bridgeville, Castle Shannon, Dormont, Jefferson Hills, Mt. Lebanon, Mt. Oliver, Mt. Washington, Pleasant Hills, South Park, South Side, Upper St. Clair, West Mifflin, or Whitehall communities that we missed? Submit the info here, and we'll get it added to the list!