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A large crowd of people walks along a street lined with food trucks and local shops during the evening event.

Sewickley Night Mart

The Sewickley Valley Chamber of Commerce kicked off its 2026 Night Mart season on June 26, transforming Beaver Street and—for the first time—Walnut Street into a lively evening destination. The expanded footprint allowed for additional artisan vendors while welcoming more than 3,000 attendees to enjoy the community celebration. Guests browsed handcrafted goods, sampled offerings from food trucks, listened to live music, and explored Sewickley’s boutiques and restaurants durin

Aug 181 min read

A family of three sitting together in folding chairs at an outdoor park event, with the young daughter holding a balloon animal.

South Fayette Summer Kickoff Concert

The season got off to a lively start in South Fayette as the annual Summer Kickoff Concert welcomed families to Fairview Park on June 17. The free community event featured a performance by No Bad JuJu—an eight-piece band entertaining the crowd with a mix of classic R&B, soul, rock, pop and Top 40 hits. Attendees also enjoyed food and beverages, local vendors, business booths and children’s activities. PHOTOS BY RALPH LOVUOLO

Aug 131 min read

An outdoor, sunlit photograph capturing a touching moment at a petting zoo. A mother wearing a black hijab and a light green button-up shirt is holding a young child. The child, seen from the back with curly hair and a grey t-shirt, is holding a small green bottle to feed a spotted kid goat. The goat is standing on its hind legs against a wire fence, reaching for the bottle. Next to them, an older boy in an orange t-shirt and a baseball cap watches intently. In the background, other people and a white truck are visible.

Pine Community Day

Families, residents and local businesses came together for Pine Community Day on June 20 for an evening of food, live music and family-friendly entertainment. Held from 4 p.m. to 9:45 p.m. at Pine Community Park, this year’s celebration embraced an America 250 theme, featuring patriotic displays and activities. Guests enjoyed a variety of food vendors, interactive activities for children, and live performances by local favorite The Pyramid Incident and southern rock legends A

Aug 131 min read

A family of three views an outdoor art exhibit display. A man in a light blue shirt and a woman in a magenta shirt with a ponytailed child in a black stroller are looking closely at various framed prints and canvases mounted on metal grid panels. The art includes landscape photography, colorful cityscapes, and a pop-art style portrait. The ground is paved with large light-colored tiles.

Bethel Park Art & Music Festival

The Bethel Park Art & Music Festival brought the community together for a day of family fun along the Park Avenue streetscape. The annual event featured around 80 local and regional artists, live musical performances, food trucks, raffle baskets and activities for all ages. Visitors also enjoyed the nearby Splash Park while exploring vendor booths and supporting local talent. Proceeds from the festival benefited several community organizations, including the Bethel Park Commu

Aug 121 min read

A medium shot from behind music stands focusing on musicians performing in a brass band. In the center, a musician with short brown hair and sunglasses resting on his head plays a large upright silver tuba with focused concentration. The shiny bell of the tuba reflects the stage lighting and surrounding environment. To his left and right, other band members are partially obscured by music stands and instrument bells, including a brass tuba. The background is a mural depicting a cityscape with warm yellow lights.

River City Brass Band Celebrated America at SummerSounds Concert

Patriotic music filled the air as the River City Brass Band took the SummerSounds stage in Greensburg on July 10, delivering a memorable celebration of America’s 250th anniversary. This well-known professional brass ensemble entertained audiences with a mix of patriotic favorites, American classics and crowd-pleasing selections that showcased the rich musical heritage of the nation. The performance was part of the popular SummerSounds concert series, bringing together familie

Aug 121 min read

A wide-angle shot shows an outdoor amphitheater with a covered stage where a live band, including the Taylor Swift performer, is playing. A large crowd of children is gathered directly in front of the stage, while families sit on blankets and in lawn chairs on the grassy hill behind them. The sun is setting, casting a warm glow on the trees and the crowd.

Peters Township Summer Concert Series

Music fans filled the Peterswood Park Amphitheater for the Taylor Swift Tribute concert on July 15—singing along to favorite hits during one of the highlights of the 2026 Peters Township Summer Concert Series. The free weekly concerts continue throughout the summer on Wednesday evenings, featuring performances by Dancing Queen (Aug. 5), The Delaneys (Aug. 12), Street Level (Aug. 19) and Desperado: Eagles Tribute Band (Aug. 26). Food trucks, beer and wine, and family-friendly

Aug 111 min read

A close-up photograph of a balloon artist interacting with children at a festival. From the left, a man with a tattooed forearm and a black shirt extends a newly made, twisted pink and gold balloon sculpture towards a joyful young girl. The girl, wearing a yellow shirt, patterned shorts, a pink sun hat, and pink shoes, reaches up with both hands to receive the balloon with an ecstatic expression. Other children and adults watch from behind a rope barrier. The artist's elaborate backpack full of balloons and tools is visible in the foreground.

Fox Chapel Day!

Neighbors, friends and family came together June 13 at McCahill Park for an afternoon of summer fun in Fox Chapel. The event featured live music, food, family-friendly activities and more. It was a day to celebrate community spirit and connection, offering residents the opportunity to support local initiatives and enjoy time together. PHOTOS BY RALPH LOVUOLO PHOTOGRAPHY

Jul 281 min read

Vibrant graphic illustration of a "Summer Scoop" community outdoor movie night. In the foreground, a young couple sits on a blanket with popcorn, looking toward a large inflatable movie screen displaying a film of three children. To the left stands a wooden kiosk featuring a "SUMMER SCOOP" sign and a list of events including "Movie in the Park," "Park Jazz Nights," "Local Food Festival," "Nature Walks & Tales," and "Community Bonfire." The scene is set on a grassy lawn at night under a starry sky, with string lights and other attendees in lawn chairs in the background.

Summer Scoop—West Allegheny

Festivals, food, music and more... here’s what area communities have lined up for the season. The community calendar is filling up fast. Whether you’re planning ahead or just looking for something to do on a sunny afternoon or warm evening, consider this your guide to making the most of the season. From food trucks and festivals to concerts and movies under the stars, these events highlight the best of what summer has to offer close to home. We kindly ask that before attendin

Jun 238 min read

Summer Scoop—Cranberry, Hampton, and North Allegheny

Jun 1110 min read

A wide-angle, live-action shot of a four-piece band performing on a dimly lit club stage, bathed in deep purple and blue light. From left to right, the musicians include a drummer seated behind a black kit, a guitarist/vocalist wearing a light blue polo shirt and cap, a standing guitarist in a dark button-down shirt and light trousers, and a keyboard player stationed at the far right. The background features a striking Art Deco-style wall panel and a glowing neon sign that reads "Cinema." Large, prominent text is overlaid on the image, with "THE" and "ROLLS ON" in bold yellow lettering and "Rhythm" in an elegant white script. In the foreground, the backs of audience members are softly visible, framing the scene.

The Rhythm Rolls On

Veteran drummer Bill Kuhn reflects on six decades in Pittsburgh’s music scene and what keeps him playing. For Bill Kuhn, music has never been just a career—it has been a lifelong calling that began at the age of 4 when he received his first drum set. More than six decades later, the Peters Township resident is still performing, producing and shaping the sound of Pittsburgh’s jazz and R&B scene. “I knew then I had a love for music that would last a lifetime,” says Kuhn. Raised

Jun 112 min read

Summer Scoop—Brentwood-Baldwin-Whitehall, Chartiers Valley, and West Mifflin

Jun 912 min read

Summer Scoop—Pine-Richland and Ross Township

May 2711 min read

A group of five adults stand together on a grassy field, smiling at the camera, with a toddler in a pink outfit sitting in a stroller in the center, holding a small American flag.

Ross Township Celebrates Community Day 2025

This year’s Community Day took place on Saturday, Sept. 27, at the Ross Township Community Center. From 3 to 8 p.m., families and neighbors gathered to enjoy a full afternoon and evening of activities including food, live music, touch-a-truck, balloon art, local vendors and entertainment. PHOTOS BY RALPH LOVUOLO

Nov 20, 20251 min read

A group of young girls in white t-shirts and shorts performing a dance routine or singing into microphones on the street at the festival.

Mars Applefest 2025

This year’s Mars Applefest took place Oct. 4 in downtown Mars, with residents and friends enjoying a full day of food, crafts, music, and other fun activities for families. The free event featured more than 150 vendors offering everything from local foods to handmade art. PHOTOS BY RALPH LOVUOLO

Nov 12, 20251 min read

A musician wearing glasses, a blazer, and cargo pants, playing an acoustic guitar on a brightly lit stage with an orange backdrop.

The Westmoreland’s ‘Rocktober Fest’ Art on Tap Event Showcases a Variety of performers

Guests at Art on Tap: Rocktober Fest at The Westmoreland Museum of American Art on Friday, Oct. 10, enjoyed a high-energy evening packed with light bites, drinks, and live music. The event also featured the world premiere of a music video for a collaboration involving more than a dozen local musicians, including Frzy, Tarra Layne, Victor Mollov, Sophia Mintas, and The Damaged Pies. Art on Tap is a regular series at the museum. The 21+ “happy hour” style events feature differe

Nov 7, 20251 min read

Three older adults sitting together in folding chairs on the grass, relaxing and watching the performance at the Murrysville Concert in the Park, with a crowd of people and tents filling the field behind them.

Murrysville Concert in the Park 2025

On Saturday, Aug. 9, Murrysville Community Park was filled with food, games and live music as families gathered for an evening of fun at the annual Concert in the Park. Guests enjoyed performances by Landline Bluegrass, Louie Castle & Unleashed, and The Nied’s Hotel Band before the night closed with a dazzling fireworks display. PHOTOS BY RALPH LOVUOLO

Nov 6, 20251 min read

A family sits together on the grass at an outdoor concert, with a young girl in a pink shirt waving to the side while a boy in a green hoodie and two adults smile in the foreground.

Monroeville Jazz Festival 2025

The Monroeville Foundation presented the annual Monroeville Jazz Festival on Saturday, Aug. 30, at Tall Trees Amphitheater. From noon until 8 p.m., more than 2,000 attendees enjoyed performances by talented musicians in a beautiful outdoor setting. This free family-friendly tradition, now spanning over two decades, brought the community together for another memorable evening. PHOTOS BY PRIMETIME SHOTS

Oct 21, 20251 min read