Saturday, October 3
🧙 Greensburg Witches Gala
Downtown Greensburg comes alive for an evening of Halloween fun, live entertainment, food, shopping and family activities.
Enjoy performances by the Dancing Witches of Westmoreland, live music, costume and cackle contests, a haunted library, children’s activities and the Enchanted Bazaar.
Time: 5:00–9:00 p.m.
Location: South Pennsylvania Avenue, Downtown Greensburg
Admission: Free
Costumes are encouraged.
Presented by the Greensburg Business & Professional Association.
Sunday, October 4
🛍️ Penn Township Fall Community Yard Sale
Browse community yard-sale tables and look for bargains during Penn Township’s Fall Community Yard Sale.
Time: 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Location: Penn Township Municipal Park, 2001 Municipal Court, Harrison City
Presented by Penn Township Recreation.
Friday, October 9
🔎 Mystery Night at Norwin Public Library
Put your detective skills to work during a special Mystery Night at Norwin Public Library.
Time: 6:00–7:00 p.m.
Location: Norwin Public Library Community Room, 100 Caruthers Lane, Irwin
Contact Norwin Public Library for registration information.
Saturday, October 10
🎉 Norwin Homecoming Parade
Celebrate Norwin Homecoming with students, community groups and neighbors during the annual parade through Irwin.
Time: 10:00–11:30 a.m.
Location: Downtown Irwin
Check the Borough of Irwin’s event calendar for parade information and possible traffic restrictions.
Saturday, October 10
🐾 Downtown Irwin Pet Trick-or-Treat
Dress up your four-legged family members and bring them to Downtown Irwin for pet treats, costumes and prizes.
The event follows the Norwin Homecoming Parade. Published event pages list slightly different times, so visitors should check Downtown Irwin’s page before attending.
Location: Main Street, Downtown Irwin
Admission: Free
Sunday, October 11
🎺 Jeannette Community Band Oktoberfest Concert
Enjoy an evening of Oktoberfest music presented by the Jeannette Community Band.
The concert will feature the full band, soloists and small ensembles in a beer-hall-style setting. Food, soft drinks and adult beverages will be available.
Doors Open: 5:30 p.m.
Concert: 7:00 p.m.
Location: Jeannette American Legion, 109 South Fifth Street, Jeannette
Admission: Free
A basket auction and 50/50 drawing will benefit the Carl Masciantonio Memorial Scholarship Fund.
Tuesday, October 13
🎸 Gig on Main – Irwin Park
Enjoy an evening of live music, food and community fun during the rescheduled Gig on Main.
Time: 5:00–10:00 p.m.
Location: Irwin Park
Admission: Free
Rain Date: Wednesday, October 14
This is an all-ages event presented by Downtown Irwin.
Wednesday–Sunday, October 14–18
🎨 Reflections in Glass
The Westmoreland Museum of American Art and Pittsburgh Glass Center present a five-day celebration of glass, creativity and collaboration.
Visitors can see original creations by 15 glass artists, each inspired by a work of art displayed in the museum’s galleries. Special activities include demonstrations, workshops and evening programs.
Dates: Wednesday–Sunday, October 14–18
Time: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Location: The Westmoreland Museum of American Art, 221 North Main Street, Greensburg
Admission: Free–$10, depending on the date or program
Admission is free on Sunday, October 18. Some workshops and special programs require advance tickets.
Saturday, October 17
☕ Harvest Tea at Bushy Run Battlefield
Celebrate the fall season with an afternoon tea and historical programming at Bushy Run Battlefield.
Time: 1:00–3:00 p.m.
Location: Bushy Run Battlefield, 1253 Bushy Run Road, Jeannette
Advance reservations are required. Contact Bushy Run Battlefield at 724-527-5584 for availability and ticket information.
Saturday, October 17
👻 Hobgoblin Hike at Cedar Creek Park
Take a guided half-mile walk through the haunted woods during Westmoreland County’s annual Hobgoblin Hike.
Visitors will travel through spooky scenes filled with ghosts, zombies, monsters and other costumed characters.
Time: 7:00–9:00 p.m.
Location: Cedar Creek Park, Rostraver Township
Admission: Free
Recommended Ages: 8 and older
The hike will be held rain or shine unless dangerous or severe weather causes a cancellation.
Sunday, October 18
🎃 Tricks & Treats Family Spooktacular
Bring the family to Penn Township Municipal Park for an afternoon of Halloween activities and community fun.
Time: 2:00–7:00 p.m.
Location: Penn Township Municipal Park, 2001 Municipal Court, Harrison City
Presented by Penn Township Recreation. Check the township’s website or Facebook page for the complete activity schedule and any registration information.
Sunday, October 18
🔥 Reflections in Glass Free Day
Enjoy free admission to the final day of Reflections in Glass at The Westmoreland.
The day includes glass-art activities, demonstrations and a final opportunity to view creations inspired by artwork in the museum’s collection.
Time: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Location: The Westmoreland Museum of American Art, 221 North Main Street, Greensburg
Admission: Free
Advance registration is recommended.
Wednesday, October 21
📖 History Speaks: Voices From the Attic
Join author Carleton Young at Bushy Run Battlefield for a discussion of Voices From the Attic, a book based on a collection of Civil War letters.
Time: 6:00–8:00 p.m.
Location: The Stone Room at Bushy Run Battlefield, 1253 Bushy Run Road, Jeannette
Advance tickets are available through Bushy Run Battlefield.
Wednesday, October 21
🎷 Rich Zabinski Jazz at The Westmoreland
Enjoy an evening of live jazz featuring the Rich Zabinski quartet at The Westmoreland Museum of American Art.
Doors and Cash Bar Open: 6:00 p.m.
Concert: 7:00–9:00 p.m.
Location: The Westmoreland Museum of American Art, 221 North Main Street, Greensburg
Admission: $20 for museum members | $25 for non-members
Complimentary snacks will be available. Advance tickets are recommended.
Saturday, October 24
🍬 Downtown Irwin Store-to-Store Trick-or-Treat and Parade
Children are invited to wear their favorite costumes and collect treats from participating Downtown Irwin businesses.
The afternoon concludes with a Halloween parade along Main Street.
Time: 1:00–3:00 p.m.
Location: Main Street, Downtown Irwin
Admission: Free
Presented by the Irwin Business & Professional Association.
Saturday, October 24
👻 Hobgoblin Hike at Twin Lakes Park
Take a guided half-mile Halloween walk through the haunted woods at Twin Lakes Park.
Visitors will encounter spooky scenes, tunnels, cemeteries and more than 100 costumed ghosts, zombies and monsters.
Time: 7:00–9:00 p.m.
Location: Twin Lakes Park, 219 Twin Lakes Road
Admission: Free
Recommended Ages: 8 and older
The hike will be held rain or shine unless dangerous or severe weather causes a cancellation.
Sunday, October 25
🧶 Bushy Run Craft & Chat Circle
Bring a portable craft project and spend the afternoon creating and socializing at Bushy Run Battlefield.
Knitting, crochet, sewing, painting, sketching, scrapbooking and other portable crafts are welcome.
Time: 1:00–3:00 p.m.
Location: Bushy Run Battlefield, 1253 Bushy Run Road, Jeannette
Contact Bushy Run Battlefield at 724-527-5584 for additional information.
Wednesday, October 28
🎃 City of Jeannette Halloween Parade
Put on your favorite costume and join the City of Jeannette for its annual Halloween Parade.
Registration: 6:00 p.m.
Parade Begins: 7:00 p.m.
Registration Location: Jeannette City Hall, 110 South Second Street, Jeannette
Participants should arrive early to complete registration before the parade begins.
Throughout October
🏠 Penn Township Halloween Decorating Contest
Penn Township residents are invited to decorate their homes for Halloween and enter the township’s decorating contest.
Photos and videos of decorated homes may be submitted through Monday, October 26. Winners will be announced on the Penn Township Recreation Facebook page on October 31.
Contact Penn Township Recreation for entry instructions.
🍂 Fall Is Here in Westmoreland County!
October brings Halloween parades, community celebrations, museum programs, concerts and family activities throughout Jeannette and neighboring communities.
Please check with event organizers before traveling. Dates, times, admission prices and outdoor events may be changed or canceled.
Have a community event you’d like us to consider adding?
Contact Jeannette Public Library at 724-523-5702.