Mike Vargo

Look beyond the city to find wide-open beaches at state parks. This is one of several on the big lake at Pymatuning.

Pittsburgh Area Swimming Holes and Swimming Pools (Tues., 8/8/23)

Pittsburgh area beaches and pools

Kennywood and Idlewild Parks in Full Mid-Summer Swing (Thurs., 8/3/23)

Kennywood and Idlewild Amusement Parks

Tiki Boats on the Three Rivers (Tues., 8/1/23)

Cruisin’ Tikis Pittsburgh

Summer in Pittsburgh offers plenty of flow with which to go.

Kayaking, Hiking, Biking and More at Venture Outdoors (Mon., 7/31/23)

Venture Outdoors

August is a great month for strolling the tree lined streets of Shadyside and enjoying the fine arts and crafts during the Art Festival on Walnut. (Photo: Rick Handler)

Summer Guide (Mid to Late Season) 2023: Festivals, Fairs, and Fun Activities

Summertime is a fun time in Pittsburgh with many festivals, events, and activities.

at four stages of a deft ride down the falls at Ohiopyle State Park—which also offers many outdoor thrills for visitors who aren't kayak ninjas. (Photo: 'Wwkayaker22' via Wikipedia)

Ohiopyle, Fallingwater, and Kentuck Knob Activities and Attractions (Sun., 7/16/23)

Ohiopyle State Park and Area Attractions

The von Trapp family, Maria, and company in Pittsburgh CLO's 'The Sound of Music.' (Photo: Kgtunney Photgraphy)

Shania Twain in Concert at Star Lake; CLO’s ‘Sound of Music’ Onstage at Benedum (Thurs., 7/13/23)

Shania Twain, ‘The Sound of Music’

Look beyond the city to find wide-open beaches at state parks. This is one of several on the big lake at Pymatuning.

Area Swimming Beaches and Pools (Thurs., 7/6/23)

Area Swimming Beaches and Pools

Falling in Reverse Stops at The Pete (Wed., 7/5/23)

Falling in Reverse

Kennywood's vintage Racer still rocks the coaster scene.

Pre-Fourth Fun at Kennywood and Idlewild Parks (Mon., 7/3/23)

Kennywood and Idlewild Amusement Parks

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