Summer Scoop—Fox Chapel Area

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 attending an event, please check the website provided. We do our utmost to make certain the information we provide in this section is accurate; however, events are subject to change.

Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers

Butler Italian Days

When: August 28 & 29

Where: 338 South Main Street, Butler

For more info: butleritaliandays.com

Butler Italian Days will be a celebration of Italian heritage with delicious food, music and lots of entertainment.

Celebrate the Lake

When: August 1

Where: Glade Run Lake Park, Lake Road, Valencia

For more info: gladerunlakeconservancy.org

Celebrate the Lake is a fun-filled day featuring live music, live animal exhibits, beer and wine tents, food trucks, local organizations, vendors, activities for kids, basket raffles and a silent auction. This event is organized by the Glade Run Lake Conservancy.

Divine Grace Parish Family Festival

When: August 7–9

Where: St. Ferdinand Church, 2535 Rochester Road, Cranberry Township

For more info: parishfamilyfestival.org

This family festival will be three days of live music, food, bingo, raffles, carnival games, a children’s play area and a massive “white elephant” sale.

Family Freedom Festival

When: August 22 & 23

Where: Harmony-Evans City VFW Post 499, 408 North Washington Street, Evans City

For more info: evanscityvfwpost499.org

This annual event is a celebration of community and support for local veterans and their families. Music, vendors, food, activities for kids, and a beer garden will make this event fun for all.

Holy Trinity Taste of Greece Festival

When: September 3–6

Where: 985 Providence Boulevard, McCandless

For more info: holytrinitypgh.org

Souvlaki, moussaka, soutzoukakia, gyros and so much more will be on the menu for the Taste of Greece Festival. Entertainment and vendors will add to the fun.

Music for MS

When: August 8

Where: Corbriwood Stage, 36 Corbriwood Lane, Gibsonia

For more info: musicforms.org

The 13th annual Music for MS will feature a number of musical acts and food trucks. Purchase tickets on the website. All proceeds benefit the Pennsylvania Keystone Chapter of the National MS Society.

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish Summer Festival

When: August 10–15

Where: 1000 Avila Court, Perrysville

For more info: mountcarmelpgh.org

This year’s festival will offer nightly dinners, games, live music, auction baskets and the famous flea market.

Saint Aidan Festival

When: July 30 through August 1

Where: St. Alexis Catholic Church, 10090 Old Perry Highway, Wexford

For more info: saintaidanfestival.com

An annual tradition! Partake in the excitement of rides, delicious food, live entertainment and more.

The Shindig Charity Music Festival

When: August 7–9

Where: Zelienople Community Park, 402 East Beaver Street, Zelienople

For more info:theshindigmusicfestival.com

The Shindig Charity Music Festival will be packed with a great mix of regional and local musicians playing everything from ’80s and ’90s pop to country rock, blues, old-school country and classic rock.

Live Performances

Disco Nights (‘Saturday Night Fever’ Tribute)

When: August 22

Where: The Legacy Theater, Cumberland Woods Village, 700 Cumberland Woods Drive, Allison Park

For more info: thelegacylineup.com

This show will take you back to the time of bell-bottoms and disco balls!

Night Fever

When: August 1

Where: The Strand Theater,119 North Main Street, Zelienople

For more info: thestrandtheater.org

Night Fever will have you singing and dancing to the music of the Bee Gees.

Picnic and Music in the Park

When: August 13

Where: Succop Nature Park, 185 Airport Road, Butler

For more info: aswp.org

Take a picnic dinner and a blanket to enjoy live music in the park!

Sharpsburg Summer Jam

When: September 19

Where: Kennedy Park, 1311 North Canal Street, Sharpsburg

For more info: sharpsburgborough.com

Celebrate Sharpsburg Borough’s bicentennial! This free event will offer live music, food trucks, funnel cakes, beverages from local breweries and more. Shuttle service will be available from Sharpsburg Business Park, 23rd Street Ext. A drone show will follow the final band!

Family Fun

Aspinwall’s Big Night Out

When: August 6

Where: Field Avenue, Aspinwall

For more info: aspinwallneighbors.org

The Big Night Out is one of Aspinwall’s largest annual community events, drawing neighbors together in a celebration of community and in support of local organizations.

Butler Farm Show

When: August 10–15

Where: Butler Farm Show Grounds, 625 Evans City Road, Butler

For more info: butlerfarmshow.com

This summer tradition offers family fun for everyone!

Franklin Park’s Night Out 2026

When: August 4

Where: Franklin Park Municipal Building, 2344 West Ingomar Road, Franklin Park

For more info: franklinparkborough.us

Thank local first responders for their service and participate in a touch-a-truck style event. There will be ambulances, fire trucks, police cars, public works trucks and tons of fun!

Moraine State Park Regatta

When: August 1 & 2

Where: Moraine State Park South Shore, 225 Pleasant Valley Road, Portersville

For more info:morainestateparkregatta.org

This regatta is the region’s premiere eco-recreational event, with free family fun for all ages along the south shore of Lake Arthur.

Raptor Encounter

When: August 20

Where: Succop Nature Park, 185 Airport Road, Butler

For more info: aswp.org

Discover the incredible world of raptors! Explore the fascinating lives of hawks, owls, falcons and other birds of prey.

Richland Township Community Day

When: August 8

Where: Richland Community Park, 1157 Van Velsor Drive, Bakerstown

For more info: richland.pa.us

Community Day is the biggest event of the year in Richland Township and it will conclude with Zambelli fireworks.

Summer Inspiration

Stitchburgh

When: August 21–23

Where: DoubleTree by Hilton Pittsburgh–Cranberry, 910 Sheraton Drive, Mars

For more info: stitchburghpa.com

This festival is all about the fiber arts. Local yarn dyers, fiber artists and curious beginners come together to learn and create.

Stitching Together Our History

When: September 11–13

Where: Ross Township Community Center, 1000 Ross Municipal Drive, Ross Township

For more info: npqg.org

More than 100 quilts will be on display! The North Pittsburgh Quilters Guild is celebrating 250 years of the USA with this event. Admission is $10.

Summer Running (and Walking)

The Fox Chapel 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run

When: August 30

Where: McCahill Park, 625 Hemlock Hollow Road, Fox Chapel

For more info: foxchapel5k.com

This race is a celebration of community, nature and healthy living. Runners and walkers of all ages will come together on beautiful trails to support the much-loved parks in the area.

Habitat for Humanity’s

North Boroughs 5K and Walk

When: August 8

Where: Greenstone Methodist Church, 939 California Avenue, Avalon

For more info: nhco.org

Support North Hills Community Outreach and the Northgate cross country team at this year’s North Boroughs 5K!

Festivals and Fun in the Burgh

Bloomfield Little Italy Days

When: August 13–16

Where: Liberty Avenue (from Ella to Gross St.), Bloomfield

For more info: littleitalydays.com

Bring your appetite to one of the region’s largest heritage festivals. Expect lots of music and food, games, and activities for the kids among Bloomfield’s unique shops and fine restaurants. This four-day festival will have three packed stages with more than 30 acts.

Pedal PGH

When: August 30

Where: Allegheny Commons Park West, 600 West North Avenue, Pittsburgh (North Side)

For more info: pedalpgh.org

This casual and fun charity ride invites thousands of bikers of all ages, abilities and fitness levels to explore the Steel City. Proceeds benefit BikePGH, a nonprofit organization that works to make the city safe and accessible for bikers and walkers.

Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival

When: September 17–20

Where: August Wilson African American Cultural Center, 980 Liberty Avenue, Downtown Pittsburgh

For more info: pittsburghjazzfest.org

This festival spotlights world-renowned musicians and local jazz pros as well as new artists to watch. Be ready to party, dance, sing and make some musical memories! The annual event is presented by the August Wilson African American Cultural Center.

Pittsburgh Taco Festival

When: September 12

Where: The Stacks at 3 Crossings, 2875 Railroad Street, Pittsburgh’s Strip District

For more info: pghtacofest.com

A day to celebrate tacos! A portion of the proceeds will directly benefit local charities.

Rock, Reggae & Relief

When: August 8

Where: Downtown Pittsburgh (Check the website for location updates.)

For more info: rockreggaerelief.com

This music festival focuses on reggae tunes, unity and feel-good vibes while offering a helping hand to neighbors in need. The event raises money for local charities.

Summer Flower Show: Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland

When: Through September 27

Where: Phipps Conservatory, 1 Schenley Drive, Oakland

For more info: phipps.conservatory.org

Explore a whimsical wonderland of iconic characters, fascinating features and bizarre botanicals inspired by the classic story!

We love to inform our readers about fun events happening in our local communities. Send email to d.mountain@icmags.com if you have details about a future event in the area.