Pittsburgh household enjoyable information July 31-Aug 2: Free festivals, live shows and the Science of Speed opens!

This weekend welcomes in August and the ultimate weeks of summer time in Pittsburgh, which can make some mother and father really feel each wistful and relieved about that college bell ringing quickly (it’s completely regular to really feel each of these emotions without delay!).

We’ve bought some recommendations on profiting from the remaining summer time, in addition to a bevy of actions to usher in August. Check out the household enjoyable taking place across the Pittsburgh space:

Friday, July 31: Cranberry Township Town Square Market, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Spend this Friday at Cranberry Township’s Town Square Market, a family-friendly outside market that includes farm-fresh produce, home made crafts, artisan items, meals distributors and extra. The July 31 market additionally contains reside music from Mike Chutz from 4-7 p.m., making it a straightforward summer time cease for dinner, looking and kid-friendly wandering on the Armstrong Great Lawn. Find data right here.

Saturday, Aug. 1: Opening Day of Science of Speed on the Kamin Science Center

Kidsburgh youngsters (and their grownups!) have been ready for this second since Science Center updates had been introduced final 12 months. This immersive expertise combines high-performance racing, science and adrenaline-pumping enjoyable in a singular setting. The 21,000-square-foot expertise, housed within the former SportsWorks constructing, options 4 signature sights: a multi-level, all-electric kart monitor; high-end racing simulators; classic and trendy race automobiles together with interactive science reveals; and a racing-inspired lounge often called the “Pitt Stop.” Tickets and extra info will be discovered right here.

Saturday, August 1: Summer Explorer Series at The Frick Pittsburgh, 1o a.m. to 1 p.m.

Explore The Frick Pittsburgh with a free drop-in household exercise within the Education Center Classroom each Thursday and Saturday. This weekend’s theme is “paper beads,” inviting youngsters to attract, roll and string their very own handmade beads. Families may choose up a Summer Explorer passport and earn a prize after finishing 5 actions throughout the collection. Find extra particulars proper here.

Saturday, August 1: Keepin’ It Hill Dance Fest, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Families are invited out to have fun motion, music, Black historical past and neighborhood at Keepin’ It Hill Dance Fest in Pittsburgh’s Hill District. This free pageant from Hill Dance Academy Theatre options dance performances, youngsters’s actions, distributors, meals and music all through the day. Families can cease by for reside leisure, kid-friendly enjoyable and a festivity of the neighborhood’s arts and tradition, in addition to discover out about lessons on the academy. Find extra particulars right here.

Saturday, August 1: Squonkapalooza, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. 

If you’re up for a drive, head to Johnstown for Squonkapalooza, a free, all-ages pageant celebrating Pennsylvania’s legendary Squonk and different creatures from Appalachian folklore. Families could have the possibility to browse the work of artist distributors, hear audio system, take pleasure in reside music and leisure, and participate in Squonk Quest, a challenge-based exercise with prizes. This 12 months’s occasion additionally encompasses a cosplay contest hosted by Erica Fett of Camp Cryptid, with trophies and money prizes for standout costumes. It’s an ideal day journey for teenagers and grownups who love folklore, costumes, handmade artwork and oddball Pennsylvania historical past. Find extra data here.

Saturday, Aug. 1: Reggae in Riverview, 12 p.m. to 9 p.m

There are so many alternatives in Pittsburgh to study different cultures and methods of life with out ever leaving the area. Enjoy today of reside reggae music, DJs, Caribbean meals, native craft beer, distributors and artwork. See the schedule here. This occasion is free and no registration is required.

Saturday, Aug. 1-Sunday, August 2: Moraine State Park Regatta

Head up north to Lake Arthur the place water video games, eco-recreational and nature-themed actions fill two enjoyable days. Kids and their grownups could have the possibility to strive standup paddleboarding, kayaking or a learn-to-sail session. Other household actions embody a basic boat present, automobile cruise and butterfly launch. Hang out after darkish for fireworks over the lake on Saturday evening. Regatta admission is free.

Saturday, Aug. 1-16 and August 22: Fall Fantasy at Kennywood Park

Beginning this weekend and working all through the month, this 76-year custom contains greater than 130 native marching bands, and a Mardi Gras theme that after once more extends past the parade floats with reside music on the midways, specialty meals and drinks, and a decked out French Quarter block occasion. Admission begins at $40.

Sunday, Aug 2: Pittsburgh Reptile Show, 9 a.m. to three p.m.

If you’re searching for a brand new pet, or simply need to window store, meet the native reptile neighborhood at Pittsburgh Mills Mall for the Pittsburgh Reptile Show & Sale, that includes snakes, geckos, bearded dragons, frogs, invertebrates, bioactive vegetation and extra. The present additionally contains enclosures, lighting, heating, decor, feeders and different provides, together with schooling tables and picture alternatives. It’s a superb cease for curious youngsters, first-time reptile keepers and households who need to be taught extra about accountable care earlier than bringing house a brand new pet. Find extra data on the occasion right here.

Sunday, Aug. 2: Soul Line Dancing on the Highland Park Reservoir, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. 

 If you’ve bought a child who desires to get their groove on, these Sunday periods incorporate R&B music in free, all-level lessons that start with primary steps and end with extra superior strikes. This occasion runs each Sunday in August and is completely free. No registration is required.

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