Fall in the Laurel Highlands means three things: fantastic fall foliage, fabulous fall festivals, and family fun for all. From pumpkin picking to historic reenactments, here are 6 fall festivals you won't want to miss in the Laurel Highlands. Springs Folk Festival Oct. 4-5 Celebrate the arts…
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Put on your red, white and blue, get outdoors to celebrate the Fourth of July in the Laurel Highlands with your friends and family! Follow our list of the best places to see Independence Day fireworks in Fayette, Somerset, and Westmoreland counties. Fourth of July Weekend – July 3 - July 7…
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Winter is an incredible time to visit the Laurel Highlands, and two popular winter festivals will bring the heat this month with the Fire & Ice Festival in Somerset and Ice Fest in Ligonier. Fire & Ice Jan. 12-14, 2024, Somerset Pennsylvania’s Roof Garden is ready to go Under the Sea. Somerset County earned the Roof Garden nickname because it's…
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Are you looking for a special way to say goodbye to 2023 and welcome 2024 in the Laurel Highlands? We’ve got just what you’re looking for, no matter what that is. NEW YEARS EVE PREGAME Greenhouse Winery, Irwin We have the perfect event for all those early birds... Join the party early with Lou Lou Smokehouse, complimentary wine tastings, and if…
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It’s almost that time of year again – the one when procrastinators are in a last-minute panic, trying to figure out what to do for Valentine’s Day. It’s even worse this year, as Feb. 14 falls on a Tuesday, leaving many couples to celebrate on the weekend ahead of the heart-shaped holiday. Don’t have plans yet? Have no fear – unless you’re into…
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I'm by no means an art critic. I have styles I enjoy, and can name some of my favorite artists and painters. But by and large I just go to museums to admire skill and creativity. What I didn't expect when I visited The Westmoreland Museum of American Art was for Stephen Towns' work to leap off the canvas and resonate with me in so many ways. I'm…
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There's nothing quite like the magic you of a light up night in the Laurel Highlands. Feel the small town vibe come alive with glowing lights and holiday cheer at an event near you! Light Up Ligonier! Friday, Nov. 26 from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mariah Fisher…
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*GO LH has verified that this information is accurate as of Sept. 3 at 1 p.m. Please check Flight 93 National Memorial's website for updated information On September 11, 2001, four commercial airliners were hijacked in a planned attack against the United States. Two airliners were flown into the World Trade Center Twin Towers and a third aircraft…
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As fall rolls in, the Laurel Highlands welcomes colorful foliage, delicious comfort food and a jam-packed season of awesome festivals. Our gorgeous rolling hillsides blanketed in red, yellow and orange serve as the perfect backdrop for some harvest season entertainment! Below is a round up of fall festivals happening in the Laurel Highlands this…
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It’s the unofficial start of summer! Have you made any plans yet? If you’re looking for some ideas of cool things to see and do in the region, we’re happy to help with a few suggestions. Special art exhibitions, live music, food trucks, farmers' markets, and more! There's plenty of fun to be had in the Laurel Highlands this Memorial Day Weekend…
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