CALENDAR OF EVENTS Online Events & Outdoor Fests PA Farm Show January 9–16, 2021 This agricultural show has gone entirely online for 2021 with a lineup of virtual events, from the traditional butter sculpture unveiling to culinary creations. Harrisburg, farmshow.pa.gov The Maridon Museum Butler Events may look a little different these days, but there’s still plenty to celebrate. View online festivals, livestreaming ceremonies, and virtual exhibitions from your home, or attend an in-person event with social distancing measures. Check event websites for updated details, and see more events at visitPA.com/events . Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts VIRTUAL MUSEUM EXHIBITS From vintage steam locomotives to plush dining cars, take a virtual tour of the equipment and exhibits at this Smithsonian-affiliate. Strasburg, rrmuseumpa.org/ about/musviews Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania Groundhog Day June 2021 Featuring local and world-renowned musicians, this street festival is a must-see. Last year’s event featured a free livestreaming experience. Pittsburgh, pittsburghjazzfest.org July 7–11, 2021 Ranked one of the nation’s top fine arts shows, the “Arts Fest” showcases hundreds of artists. See the juried exhibition online and shop the virtual Sidewalk Sale. State College, arts-festival.com February 2, 2021 Get a glimpse into the future and see what Punxsutawney Phil prognosticates when he sees his shadow at Gobbler’s Knob. Watch the livestream of this annual tradition. Punxsutawney, groundhog.org Thunder in the Valley June 24–27, 2021 Motorcycles roar during this annual event that includes the Thunder Parade, stunt shows, demo rides, live music, and kids’ activities. Johnstown, visitjohnstownpa.com/ thunder-valley Musikfest August 7–15, 2021 Named “#1 Best Music Festival” by the 2020 USA Today 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards, Musikfest celebrates almost every genre of music with hundreds of performances—many of which are free. Bethlehem, musikfest.org Explore past and current exhibitions—such as Pittsburgh: A Tradition of Innovation —with virtual tours showcasing exhibit highlights. Pittsburgh, heinzhistorycenter.org/learn/ virtual-tours Senator John Heinz History Center THE BLACKSTAR FILM FESTIVAL AUGUST 2021 Celebrate the visual and storytelling traditions of the African diaspora and global communities of color, with films by Black, Brown, and Indigenous people from around the world. Due to COVID-19, last year’s festival was held online, with three special drive-in screenings at Philadelphia’s Mann Center for the Performing Arts in West Fairmount Park. Watch an introduction by actor Michael Douglas, and explore immersive galleries through 360-degree panoramic images to learn about the creation of a nation. Philadelphia, museumvirtualtour.org Museum of the American Revolution Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens Navigate the interactive map to view photo galleries of the glass conservatory and gardens. Pittsburgh, phipps.conservatory.org/ visit-and-explore/explore/ online-tour Watch recorded curator talks, see virtual exhibitions, go on panoramic virtual tours, search the digital collection, and attend online events at this art museum. Pittsburgh, thefrickpittsburgh.org/virtual The Frick 50 visitPA.com * Event dates are subject to change. Please visit the event website for up-to-date information. TOP TO BOTTOM: VISIT BUTLER COUNTY; JOSHUA MAYS Virtually “walk” through Asian art exhibits showcasing intricate jade and ivory sculptures, ornate tapestries, and Meissen porcelain with this interactive virtual tour. Butler, maridon.org The Maridon Museum
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