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"Year of the Conquest - Battle Reenactments"
Fort Ligonier
200 South Market Street
Ligonier,
PA 15658
Website: www.fortligonier.org
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July 24-25, 2010
Admission Fee: $8-Adults, $5-Children ages 6-14, FREE-Children 5 & under |
| Student Friendly: Yes |
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| Contact: Penny West, Annie Urban |
200 South Market Street
Ligonier, PA 15658 |
Telephone: 724-238-9701
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| French, Native American, and British troops commemorate "Year of the Conquest - New France Falls to Britain." Artillery demonstrations, followed by battle reenactments, begin at 1:00 and 3:00 PM both days. |
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| Event Dates: |
Sept. 24-26, 2010
Fri. & Sat.: 11am-11pm, Sun.: 11am-7pm
Sept. 23-25, 2011 |
| Student Friendly: Yes |
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| Contact: Jeff Landy |
1 Etze Ave.
Mt. Pleasant, PA 15666 |
Telephone: 724-547-6745
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| Large outdoor festival on friendly neighborhood streets. Over 100 ethnic food arts and craft booths. Additional areas include shopping, glass and old town. Sparkle spectacular, dancing, & light show nightly. |
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| Event Dates: |
June 17, 18, 19, 2010
8:00am-8:00pm / Admission: FREE
June 16, 17, 18, 2011 |
| Student Friendly: Yes |
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| Contact: Tom Briar |
PO Box 21
Confluence, PA 15424 |
Telephone: 814-395-3469
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| See 40-50 chainsaw carvers produce works of art. Carvers will display and sell their carvings. The carving auction is on Saturday at 1:00pm. Auction benefits the Somerset County Blind Center. |
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Heritage Festival Weekend in the Laurel Highlands
Heritage Festival Co-Op
Various
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Farmers & Threshermens Jubilee
New Centerville, PA
September 8-12
Flax Scutching Festival
Stahlstown, PA
September 11-12
Ligonier Highland Games
Idlewild Park
September 11
Mountain Craft Days
Somerset, PA
September 10-12 |
| Student Friendly: Yes |
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| Contact: Dave Hurst, Co-Op Coordinator |
913 Lina Street
Johnstown , PA 15902 |
Telephone: 814-536-7986
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| Experience four festivals in September:
? Farmers & Threshermens Jubilee features steam-powered machines.
? The Ligonier Highland Games celebrate Celtic culture.
? Mountain Craft Days showcase pioneer crafts.
? The Stahlstown Flax Scutching Festival demonstrates linen-making.
Your group can enjoy all four! Call (800) 333-5661. |
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"On a Clear Day . . . Or Not" Fine Art Exhibition
Rowe Gallery at the Greensburg Art Center
230 Todd School Road
Greensburg,
PA 15601
Website: www.greensburgartclub.org
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| Event Dates: |
Sept. 10 - Oct. 2, 2010
Tues.-Fri.: 10am-4pm, Wed. Evening: 7-9pm, Sat.: 1-4pm |
| Student Friendly: Yes |
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| Contact: Betty Reese |
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Telephone: 724-837-6791
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| Experience beautiful Southwestern PA through the eyes and art of regional plein air artists in the Greensburg Art Center/Rowe Gallery, an outstanding showcase for art and artisinal fine crafts. |
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Pittsburgh Renaissance Festival
Rocky Mountain Festivals
112 Renaissance Lane
West Newton,
PA 15089
Website: www.pittsburghrenfest.com
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| Event Dates: |
Aug. 21-22, 28-29 & Sept. 4-6, 11-12, 18-19, 25-26, 2010
Adult's: $15.95, Child: $7.00, Children under 5: FREE
Hours: 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
2011 Dates: Aug. 20-21, 27-28 & Sept. 3-5, 10-11, 17-18, 24-25 |
| Student Friendly: Yes |
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| Contact: Lori Hughes |
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Telephone: 724-872-1670
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| The Pittsburgh Renaissance Festival, one of the most interactive entertainment shows in all of Pennsylvania. Jousting, comedy, arts & crafts. It's affordable fun for everyone! Eat, drink and be merry. |
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| Event Dates: |
March 20-21,24-28, 2010
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
March 26, 27, 30, 31 & April 1-3, 2011 |
| Student Friendly: Yes |
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| Contact: Shawn Buterbaugh |
PO Box 222
Meyersdale, PA 15552 |
Telephone: 814-634-0213
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Tollfree: 866-858-0213
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| Visit festival park, historic manor, maple sugar demonstrations, crafts, quilt show, historic musical pageant, car shows, parade, entertainment, Civil War re-enactors, educational fair exhibits, tractor show, horsepull and demonstrations. |
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Westmoreland Arts & Heritage Festival
Twin Lakes Park
Twin Lakes Park
Greensburg,
PA 15601
Website: www.artsandheritage.com
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| Event Dates: |
July 1-4, 2010
11:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.
Admission is free! |
| Student Friendly: Yes |
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| Contact: Diana Morreo |
252 Twin Lakes Park Road
Latrobe, PA 15650 |
Telephone: 724-834-7474
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| At this 36th Annual event, the natural beauty of Twin Lakes Park near Greensburg surrounds an artist market, a juried art show, live performances, children's activities and ethnic food booths. |
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40th Annual Antique Show
Somerset County Chamber of Commerce
Streets of Somerset
601 North Center Ave.
Somerset,
PA 15501
Website: www.somersetpa.net
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| Event Dates: |
August 14, 2010
8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Admission is Free!
August 13, 2011
8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. |
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| Contact: Sandy Berkebile |
601 North Center Ave.
Somerset, PA 15501 |
Telephone: 814-445-6431
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| FREE Admission! Join us as we celebrate 40 years of antiquing! Over 100 dealers dealing in quality antiques and collectibles. Bring your antiques for appraising at our Road Show! Exit 110 of PA Turnpike. |
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Seven Springs Wine and Food Festival
Seven Springs Mountain Resort
777 Waterwheel Drive
Seven Springs,
PA 15622
Website: www.7springs.com
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| Event Dates: |
August 14-15, 2010
11:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Admission Fee |
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| Contact: Susan Budner |
777 Waterwheel Drive
Seven Springs, PA 15622 |
Telephone: 814-352-7777 x7245
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| Our festival showcases more than 20 Pennsylvania wineries. Featuring delicious food, terrific entertainment, outdoor activities and craft exhibits. Wine and cuisine seminars offered. Make plans to join us! |
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Pennsylvania Arts & Crafts Colonial Festival
Westmoreland Fairgrounds
Westmoreland County Fairgrounds
123 Blue Ribbon Lane
Greensburg,
PA 15601
Website: www.familyfestivals.com
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| Event Dates: |
September 3-6, 2010
Fri., Sat., Sun. & Mon.: 10am-6pm
Admission: $6.00
September 2-5, 2011 |
| Student Friendly: Yes |
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| Contact: David or Debbie Stoner |
PO Box 166
Irwin, PA 15642 |
Telephone: 724-863-4577
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| Shop over 250 booths! Enjoy fantastic food! Two string band! Flute choir! Over 500 costumed participants! Petting Zoo! Wagon Rides! Rated 19th Best Craft Show in America! A must see! |
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Stahlstown Flax Scutching Festival
Monticue’s Grove
Rt. 711, between Ligonier and Donegal
Stahlstown,
PA 15687
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| Event Dates: |
September 11-12, 2010
Saturday and Sunday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
September 10-11, 2011 |
| Student Friendly: Yes |
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| Contact: Marilee Pletcher |
PO Box 77
Stahlstown, PA 15687 |
Telephone: 724-593-2119
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| Keeping history alive since 1907! Demonstrating the art of making linen from the flax plant. Food, crafts, entertainment, mock Indian raid, encampments, and other working demonstrations! A festival worth experiencing! |
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HallowBOO!
Idlewild & SoakZone
2574 Route 30 East
Ligonier,
PA 15658
Website: www.idlewild.com
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| Event Dates: |
Weekends Only - October 2-24, 2010
Noon to 6:00 p.m.
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| Student Friendly: Yes |
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| Contact: Kathy Sichula |
PO Box C
Ligonier, PA 15658 |
Telephone: 724-238-6784
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| It’s Idlewild with a FUN, family-oriented, happy Halloween twist! Enjoy trick-or-treating through Story Book Forest, rides, entertainment, themed attractions, plus many fall-favorite foods! Great for Scout and Church groups. |
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Autumnfest at Seven Springs
Seven Springs Mountain Resort
777 Waterwheel Dr.
Seven Springs,
PA 15622
Website: www.7springs.com
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| Event Dates: |
October 2&3, 9&10, 16&17, 23&24, 2010
11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Admission is free! |
| Student Friendly: Yes |
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| Contact: Susan Budner |
777 Waterwheel Dr.
Seven Springs, PA 15622 |
Telephone: 814-352-7777 x7245
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| Celebrate the magic of fall. Live entertainment, scenic chair lift rides, pumpkin patch, hayrides, corn maze, craft show and fabulous outdoor buffet. Stay overnight and enjoy the resort! |
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Springs Folk Festival
Springs Historical Society
1711 Springs Rd., Route 669
Springs ,
PA 15562
Website: www.springspa.org
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| Event Dates: |
October 1 & 2, 2010
October 7 & 8, 2011 |
| Student Friendly: Yes |
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| Contact: Jean Papik |
PO Box 293
Springs, PA 15562 |
Telephone: 814-662-9202
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| The annual Festival is a celebration of the arts, crafts, and culture of the pioneers. Watch 130 artisans demonstrate their crafts, listen to bluegrass/gospel music, enjoy Dutch food. Visit one of the oldest museums! |
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Fort Ligonier Days
Ligonier Valley Chamber of Commerce
Fort Ligonier and Streets of Ligonier
120 E. Main Street (Diamond)
Ligonier,
PA 15658
Website: www.ligonier.com
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| Event Dates: |
October 8-10, 2010
October 14-16, 2011 |
| Student Friendly: Yes |
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| Contact: Rachel Roehrig |
120 E. Main St.
Town Hall First Floor
Ligonier, PA 15658 |
Telephone: 724-238-4200
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| See battle reenactments, over 150 juried craftsmen, community food booths, merchant sidewalk sales, entertainment, and spectacular parade (Sat.) commemorating the French & Indian War. One of ABA’s “Top 100” events in 2010. |
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Candlelight Tours at Compass Inn Museum
Compass Inn Museum
1382 Route 30 East
Laughlintown,
PA 15655
Website: www.compassinn.com
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| Event Dates: |
November 6 - December 12, 2010
Weekends 3:00-7:00 p.m.
Will open for group tours of 20 or more by request.
November 5 - December 11, 2011 |
| Student Friendly: Yes |
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| Contact: James Koontz |
PO Box 167
Laughlintown, PA 15655 |
Telephone: 724-238-4983
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| Experience the beauty of the Inn decorated for the holidays with natural accents, wood fires and candlelight. Hot mulled cider and cookies in the 1862 addition opened for these tours. |
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Ligonier Festival of Lights
Ligonier Valley Historical Society
Ligonier Town Hall Community Room
120 E. Main St.
Ligonier,
PA 15658
Website: www.compassinn.com
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| Event Dates: |
December 4-12, 2010
Noon to 7:00 p.m.
December 3-11, 2011 |
| Student Friendly: Yes |
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| Contact: Tina Yandrick |
PO Box 167
Laughlintown, PA 15655 |
Telephone: 724-238-6818
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| A display of over 50 decorated trees and wreaths designed by local families and businesses. Raffle table, cookie café and a holiday boutique with unique and hand crafted items. |
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