100 Mile Yard Sale July 17–18, PA Wilds Go on a road trip through Elk, Cameron, and Clearfield counties for funky finds from hundreds of vendors. visitquehannaarea.com York State Fair July 24–Aug. 2, York Experience a true PA spectacle, where butter sculptures and cheese carving share the spotlight with livestock shows, live music, model trains, and classic carnival rides. yorkstatefair.com Musikfest July 31–Aug. 9, Bethlehem Explore 300+ performances, fireworks, art installations, and street entertainment at the nation’s largest non-gated music festival. musikfest.org Flight 93 Memorial 25th Anniversary Sept. TBA, Stoystown Honor the courage of Flight 93’s passengers and crew at this solemn anniversary event, with commemorative ceremonies and moments of reflection at the National Memorial. nps.gov/flni/index.htm Goose Day Sept. 29, Lewistown A local legend proclaims if you eat goose on this day, it will bring wealth and prosperity the coming year, so restaurants in Mifflin and Juniata counties serve up this lucky bird in myriad ways. jrvvisitors.com The Edward S. Finkelstein Harrisburg Jewish Film Festival Sept.–Nov. TBA, Harrisburg This annual festival showcases powerful Jewish storytelling through international films, guest speakers, and community discussions that inspire reflection and connection. hbgjff.com Living Dead Weekend Oct. TBA, Monroeville Tap into your spookier side at this zombie-themed fest with cosplay, movie location tours, movie screenings, celebrity appearances, and vendors. thelivingdeadweekend.com November National Dog Show Nov. TBA, Oaks Hosted by the historic Kennel Club of Philadelphia, this long-running show at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center is a beloved holiday tradition and national TV favorite, showcasing 200+ breeds. nds.nationaldogshow.com Dedication Day Ceremony Nov. 19, Gettysburg Honor the Soldiers’ National Cemetery dedication — where Abraham Lincoln delivered the Gettysburg Address — with commemorative events. lincolnfellowship.wildapricot.org “It’s a Wonderful Life” Holiday Parade & Festival Nov.–Dec. TBA, Indiana Celebrate the holidays in “The Christmas Tree Capital of the World” with a parade, tree and light displays, festive music, and visits with Santa. visitindianacountypa.org/iawl August Mount Gretna Outdoor Art Show Aug. 15–16, Mt. Gretna Peruse the works of 200+ exhibitors, emerging artists, gourmet food, live music, and entertainment beneath the trees of Old Chautauqua. mtgretnaarts.com Little League Baseball World Series Aug. 19–30, Williamsport At this free event, 20 teams from around the world compete in 38 games, with family-friendly activities and unforgettable moments both on and off the field. littleleague.org ® October Allegheny Toyota Autumn Leaf Festival Oct. TBA, Clarion Each fall, the "Autumn Leaf Capital" of PA bursts into color for this fest featuring the Tournament of Leaves Parade, carnival fun with fireworks, sidewalk sales, and hundreds of craft vendors. discoverclarioncounty.com Fort Ligonier Days Oct. TBA. Ligonier See battle reenactments, 175 juried artisans and crafters, and a parade commemorating a French & Indian War’s key battle, which occurred October 12, 1758. fortligonierdays.com December Rocky Day -20th Anniversary Dec. 3, Philadelphia Join fans from around the world to re-create Rocky’s iconic run up the 72 steps to the Philadelphia Art Museum, followed by music, movie screenings, and plenty of Philly pride. visitphilly.com Dickens of a Christmas Dec. TBA, Wellsboro Get in the holiday spirit in Wellsboro, where the historic downtown Main Street transforms into an old-timey scene straight out of "A Christmas Carol." wellsboropa.com Peepsfest Dec. 30–31, Bethlehem Celebrate New Year’s Eve with this family-friendly festival featuring virtual and in-person components, including entertaining shows, a diorama competition, and a PEEPS Chick Drop. steelstacks.org Pittston Tomato Festival Aug. TBA, Pittston Enjoy flavorful fare, live entertainment, a parade with tomato-themed floats, 5K run, and the annual tomato contest. pittstontomatofestival.info Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire Aug.–Oct. TBA, Manheim Themed weekends for fairies, pirates, wizards, and medieval royalty come alive with sword fights, Shakespearean plays, lively music, and 16th-century characters roaming a bustling Tudor village. parenfaire.com September Kennett Square Mushroom Festival Sept. TBA, Kennett Square Celebrate all things mushroom in the "Mushroom Capital of the World" with a festival full of cooking demos, mushroom-inspired food and drinks, growing exhibits, live music, and family fun. mushroomfestival.org GO LAUREL HIGHLANDS Fort Ligonier Days, Ligonier visitpa.com 117
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