Though summer may not officially begin until June 21st, it already feels like summer in Indiana County! This means it's the start of our busiest months for numerous fairs and festivals. Below is a listing of fairs and festivals being held in Indiana County during June, July and August. These months are filled with a wide variety of events for everyone. Spread throughout the entire county, the fairs and festivals listed below are a great way to go out and enjoy some fun with your entire family. For a complete listing of all events, please visit our website: www.visitindianacountypa.org.
** All events are subject to change.
Saltsburg Canal Days
Friday, June 3rd through Sunday, June 5th
Happening in Downtown Saltsburg, this three day festival includes a quilt show, duck race, flag retirement ceremony, parade, crafts, food vendors, live entertainment and fireworks. For more information about this event, please contact: 724-639-9413.
Amish Wedding Feast - Smicksburg
Saturday, June 4th
Happening at The Country Cupboard in Smicksburg, visitors will hear real life stories about the Amish and will enjoy a delicious meal served family style. Menu includes Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Stuffing, Noodles, Peas, Cole Slaw, Fruit Salad, Homemade Bread and Pies. Reservations only. (Feasts are held once a month – call for other dates). For more information about this event, please contact: 814-257-0192 or visit: www.smicksburg.net.
Lovin' Downtown Every Second
Friday, June 10th
Beginning at 5 p.m. in Downtown Indiana, this free event is sponsored by Downtown Indiana and invites families, friends and neighbors to stroll downtown on the second Friday of the month. Artists, musicians and once a month sales will be lining the downtown area to give you a chance to enjoy the night life. Even if you just want to take a walk down the street, park your car for free starting at 5pm at the metered spaces. Each month will host a new list of sales, activities and opportunities you can’t afford to miss. The monthly brochure and map are available at www.downtownindiana.org or at many of the downtown businesses. The monthly event is being brought to you by Downtown Indiana, Inc and its members. For more information about this event, please contact: 724-463-6110 or visit: www.downtownindiana.org.
Pick-A-Dilly Herb Faire
Saturday, June 11th
The Dillweed Bed & Breakfast in Dilltown is pleased to announce its’ 13th annual Pick-A-Dilly Herb Faire, scheduled for Saturday, June 11th, from 9am to 4pm. Admission is free and open to the public. Dillweed will provide food and refreshments for sale throughout the day including their famous pestopizza slices! The festival is co-sponsored by The Indiana County Herb Study Group. In addition to featured growers selling a large variety of flowering plants, herbs and perennials, the festival also welcomes artisans selling original artwork, jewelry, hand poured soap products, copper items and other garden inspired products. Visitors may gain valuable gardening information, growing tips and learn how to care for and cultivate their own herbal gardens. Learn the history and many uses of this year’s featured herb, Horseradish, as proclaimed by the International Herb Association. A booklet of recipes compiled by the study group will be available for sale. Visit the "Ask the Gardening Expert" table with your herb and general gardening questions anytime throughout the duration of the Herb Faire! FREE seminars and demonstrations to be presented are as follows:
11AM - Horseradish, 2011 Herb of the Year by Georgette Syster
(Culinary, history and taste testing of Horseradish
bacon dip)
12:30PM - Herbal Teas & Companion Planting by Pepita
Jacobs
1:30PM - Face Painting and Children’s Crafts by April
Fedor
Dillweed Bed & Breakfast is conveniently located on Route 403 North of downtown Johnstown and South of Indiana in the village of Dilltown, just one mile North of U.S. Route 22. For more information about this event, please contact: 814-446-6465 or visit: www.dillweedinc.com.
Jimmy Stewart Airport and Museum Festival
Saturday June 11th and Sunday June 12th
At the Airport:
Hours for Saturday and Sunday: 8am through 4pm.The festival will be held at the Jimmy Stewart Airport, 398 Airport Road, Indiana, PA 15701. The festival features: The B-25 "Panchito", The P-51 "Glamorous Gal", The L-5 "Crickett", The C-123 "Thunder Pig", The White new Standard D-25, The PT-17 Stearman, and the PT-17 WASP Stearman! Special Appearances By....The Pennsylvania State Police Aviation Unit & The West Penn Alleghney Health System LifeFlight! Activities for the Entire Family: *Commemorative Air Force (CAF) WWII Era Big Band Dance (Saturday Only; 6pm - Close); CAP Pancake Breakfast (Daily 8am-1pm); World War II Era Re-enactors; EAA Young Eagle Flights; Lease Aviation Flights; Airport Tours & Hay Rides; NASA Education & Aviation Displays; Free Trolley Rides to and from the Jimmy Stewart Museum; Food, Fun and more! *To order CAF WWII Era Big Band Dance Tickets call (724) 465-5701 or (814) 948-8777. (All Aircraft and Events subject to change due to availability and weather)
In Downtown Indiana:
Hours for Saturday and Sunday: 10am - 4pm.
The festival will be held in Downtown Indiana. Philadelphia Street will be closed for Displays and Vendors. Live Entertainment will be held throughout the festival. Free Trolley Shuttle between downtown Indiana and the Jimmy Stewart Airport. Saturday there will be an Antique Auto Display and Sunday will be the Emergency Vehicle Display. Come out and enjoy the food, music, crafts and fun! For more information about this event, please contact: 724-349-6112 (Museum) or 724-463-3883 (Airport) or visit: www.jimmy.org or www.jimmystewartairport.com.
Celebrate our Country in the Country - Smicksburg
Saturday, July 2nd through Monday, July 4th
Visit Downtown Smicksburg and enjoy free horse drawn wagon rides, over 20 specialty shops and many unique restaurants to choose from. For more information about this event, please contact: 814-257-0192 or visit: www.smicksburg.net.
Indiana Lions' Club 4th of July Celebration
Monday, July 4th
Visit Mack Park in Indiana, PA for this event which includes a flea market, demolition derby, games, fireworks and a variety of food booths. For more information about this event, please contact:724-465-7732.
Lovin' Downtown Every Second
Friday, June 10th
Beginning at 5 p.m. in Downtown Indiana, this is a free event sponsored by Downtown Indiana and invites families, friends and neighbors to stroll downtown on the second Friday of the month. Artists, musicians and once a month sales will be lining the downtown area to give you a chance to enjoy the night life. Even if you just want to take a walk down the street, park your car for free starting at 5pm at the metered spaces. Each month will host a new list of sales, activities and opportunities you can’t afford to miss. The monthly brochure and map are available at www.downtownindiana.org or at many of the downtown businesses. The monthly event is being brought to you by Downtown Indiana, Inc and its members. For more information about this event, please contact: 724-463-6110 or visit: www.downtownindiana.org.
Amish Wedding Feast - Smicksburg
Saturday, July 9th
Happening at The Country Cupboard in Smicksburg, visitors will hear real life stories about the Amish and will enjoy a delicious meal served family style. Menu includes Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Stuffing, Noodles, Peas, Cole Slaw, Fruit Salad, Homemade Bread and Pies. Reservations only. (Feasts are held once a month – call for other dates). For more information about this event, please contact: 814-257-0192 or visit: www.smicksburg.net.
Hoodlebug Summerfest
Sunday, July 10th
Happening in Downtown Homer City, this event features a parade, ethnic food booths, 5K Race, duck race, kid zone, bicycle poker run, entertainment and craft booths. For more information about this event, please contact: 724-479-2184.
St. Andrew's Summerfest and Annual Car Show
Saturday, July 16th
This event includes live entertainment, car cruise, crafts, food and a lot of fun. For more information about this event, please contact:724-464-1600 or visit: www.standrewsvillage.org.
Taste & Tour Downtown Indiana
Thursday, July 21st
Over a dozen local restaurants will offer samplings during the 10th annual Downtown Indiana Taste & Tour. The Taste & Tour is a walking tour of some of the Indiana's favorite downtown restaurants and those located outside of downtown can be found on N. 7th Street for the evening. For more information about this event, please contact: 724-463-6110 .
Christmas in July at Idlewild and SoakZone
Monday, July 25th through Friday, July 29th
In addition to the fantastic rides, games and shows that the park has to offer, the week will include many activities relating to Indiana County’s reign as “The Christmas Tree Capital of the World.” Activities for the week include: a Parade of Trees, holiday decorations and even a special warm-weather visit from Santa Claus himself. The theme is a “Story Book Forest Christmas in July” with all of the activities taking place near and throughout the Story Book Forest section of the park.
Friday, July 29th, is Indiana County Day! Gather up the family, pack a picnic and join in the fun. An Indiana County giveaway item will be given to the first 500 Parade of Trees visitors, awards for Parade of Trees contest winners will be presented and the winner of the Bicycle drawing will be announced. In addition, throughout the day, gift certificates, donated by businesses and organizations from Indiana County, will be given away. For more information about this event, please contact: 724-463-7505.
Amish Wedding Feast - Smicksburg
Saturday, August 6th
Happening at The Country Cupboard in Smicksburg, visitors will hear real life stories about the Amish and will enjoy a delicious meal served family style. Menu includes Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Stuffing, Noodles, Peas, Cole Slaw, Fruit Salad, Homemade Bread and Pies. Reservations only. (Feasts are held once a month – call for other dates). For more information about this event, please contact: 814-257-0192 or visit: www.smicksburg.net.
Lovin' Downtown Every Second
Friday, August 12th
Beginning at 5 p.m. in Downtown Indiana, this is a free event sponsored by Downtown Indiana and invites families, friends and neighbors to stroll downtown on the second Friday of the month. Artists, musicians and once a month sales will be lining the downtown area to give you a chance to enjoy the night life. Even if you just want to take a walk down the street, park your car for free starting at 5pm at the metered spaces. Each month will host a new list of sales, activities and opportunities you can’t afford to miss. The monthly brochure and map are available at www.downtownindiana.org or at many of the downtown businesses. The monthly event is being brought to you by Downtown Indiana, Inc and its members. For more information about this event, please contact: 724-463-6110 or visit: www.downtownindiana.org.
Thunder Mountain Lenape Nation Native American Festival
Saturday, August 20th through Sunday, August 21st
This Native American Festival in Saltsburg features dancing, drumming, food, crafts, tomahawk tournament, pony rides, animals and programs for children and adults. For more information about this event, please contact: 724-639-3488.
Indiana County Fair
Sunday, August 28th through Saturday, September 3rd
This week-long event offers local farmers, 4H members and others the opportunity to show their livestock, crafts, baked goods in numerous competitions. Other events, including tractor pulls, demolition derbies, entertainment, carnival and food. For more information about this event, please contact: 724-479-8282 or visit http://www.indianacountyfair.com/.
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Thursday, May 26, 2011
Executive Director Appearing as Featured Guest on Radio
The local radio station WIUP Radio 90.1 FM has a weekly show on Saturday mornings from 6 a.m. to 12 p.m. called Saturday Light Brigade. This Saturday (May 28th) around 8:20 a.m., Penny Perman, Executive Director of the Indiana County Tourist Bureau, will be featured on the LIVE show. She will be discussing details regarding upcoming events in June that are happening in Indiana County! If you've never listened to the show before, be sure to tune in Saturday and discover why so many other people enjoy this refreshing morning show. Saturday Light Brigade focuses on children and families. They play music and word games, along with conducting interviews, plus much more! To find out more information about Saturday Light Brigade or to listen online, visit: http://slbradio.org/
Friday, May 20, 2011
"Christmas in July" at Idlewild and SoakZone
Indiana County Tourist Bureau
and Indiana County Christmas Tree Growers Association
announce “Christmas in July” at Idlewild and Soak Zone in Ligonier, PA
INDIANA - The Indiana County Tourist Bureau and Indiana County Christmas Tree Growers Association announce that July 25-29 will be “Christmas in July” at Idlewild and Soak Zone in Ligonier, PA.
In addition to the fantastic rides, games and shows that the park has to offer, the week will include many activities relating to Indiana County’s reign as “The Christmas Tree Capital of the World.” Activities for the week include: a Parade of Trees, holiday decorations and even a special warm-weather visit from Santa Claus himself. The theme is a “Story Book Forest Christmas in July” with all of the activities taking place near and throughout the Story Book Forest section of the park.
Keeping with tradition will be the annual Parade of Trees. Approximately 25 trees will be donated by the Indiana County Christmas Tree Growers Association for various Indiana County organizations, businesses, clubs and members of the Tree Growers Association to decorate. These themed trees will be voted on by visitors to the Parade of Trees Pavilion and upon casting their favorite tree vote they will be entered to win a bicycle courtesy of Idlewild Park. Cash prizes will be awarded to the top 3 favorite trees and presented to the group or organization that decorated the winning trees. In addition to the Parade of Trees, the Indiana County Tourist Bureau will have a county informational booth set up throughout the week.
Indiana County Day
Friday, July 29th, is Indiana County Day! Gather up the family, pack a picnic and join in the fun. An Indiana County giveaway item will be given to the first 500 Parade of Trees visitors, awards for Parade of Trees contest winners will be presented and the winner of the Bicycle drawing will be announced. In addition, throughout the day, gift certificates, donated by businesses and organizations from Indiana County, will be given away.
“This is a fantastic opportunity not only for Indiana County’s residents to enjoy Idlewild Park; but also a chance for others to see what a great place Indiana County is to work, live and visit,” says Tourist Bureau Executive Director Penny Perman.
”This is the eighth year for this event and Idlewild is very excited about hosting Christmas in July,” says Kathy Sichula, Director of Group Sales for Idlewild and Soak Zone. “The week will provide loads of fun for the whole family and Christmas displays will transform Story Book Forest into scenes of a winter wonderland.”
Discounted Ticket Sales
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
NATIONAL TOURISM WEEK May 9 -13
Indiana County Tourist Bureau joins hundreds of cities, states and travel-related businesses nationwide in recognition of National Tourism Week, held May 9-13. Designated by Congress and established by presidential proclamation in 1983, the event highlights the value and impact of the nation’s travel industry and the economic and social contributions it brings to not only the United States but Indiana County, Pennsylvania.
“Hotels and meeting facilities, attractions, restaurants and transportation providers are among the local businesses greatly impacted by travel to Indiana County,” said Penny Perman, Executive Director of the Indiana County Tourist Bureau. “This industry provides employment, generates revenue for our county and touches our community in countless other ways. In Indiana County, this week celebrates the people who visit here, the workforce that provides service for them and the development created as a result of visitors.”
The Tourism Promotion Agencies of the 67 counties of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania represent Pennsylvanians throughout the hospitality industry, from service professionals to executives, whose work and livelihood is dependent upon tourism. For more information and facts go to patourismequalsjobs.com.
For local Indiana County tourism attractions go to www.visitindianacountypa.org.
To celebrate National Tourism Week, the Indiana County Tourist Bureau invites everyone to visit their office, located in the Indiana Mall next to Sears, on Tuesday May 10, 2011. The Open House will be held from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Promotional items and refreshments will be available, and visitors can register for door prizes, including a grand prize packet of 4 FunDay passes to Idlewild and Soak Zone in Ligonier, PA.
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