The intriguing flight and mating display of the male American Woodcock is still taking place throughout the park. Join us as we attempt to get a peek at this amazing bird. Meet at the Soccer Fields parking lot, Hughstown Road, off Beaver Valley Road in Beaver Valley. Please bring a redlight flashlight if you have…
This year's pageant honors Christian Diane, Miss Keystone Alliance/Gaylife Newsletter 2018-2019. MC's will be Christian Diane and John DeBartola with special celebrity performances by Haley Hemorrhoid, Queen of Queen City 2020 and Queen of Cumberland Pride 2022, Jewel Alexander, Miss Escapade 2019 and Lady Ashley LaRocca, Miss Keystone Alliance 2024-2025. The Theme of this Pageant…
Be a spectator or race at an AMA sanctioned Pennsylvania Motocross facility located in Seward, PA (near Johnstown).
The Healthy Kids Running Series is a five-week running program that encourages kids of all ages and abilities to get active, set goals, and believe in themselves. Let’s come together as a community to inspire the next generation to lead a healthy, happy lifestyle!
Join us on the third Wednesday of each month from April-September and relax into the soothing sounds of bowls, vocals, and more . Please Bring Yoga Mat, Blanket(s), Pillow & Eye Mask (optional).
Designed for ages 4-7, this program will take us through the woods and to the water's edge looking for amphibians, larva, birds singing, and flowers blooming! Come hear a story, sing like a frog, and explore! We will meet at the campground amphitheater.
These music events are offered as "Pay What You Decide" and open to the public, no RSVP required! The Coffee House Series also offers coffees, teas, and delicious baked goods for sale during the event.
814 Lanes & Games is hosting their 4th annual Easter Egg Hunt! The Easter eggs are filled with fun prizes for children aged 0-12 & are hidden inside the building based on age brackets. Families are encouraged to pre-register for the breakfast buffet during this event. All-you-can-eat buffet costs $15/person (kids under 2 eat free!).
Russell Shorto, Johnstown native and acclaimed author, will come to the Heritage Discovery Center for a book reading for his latest non-fiction book, Taking Manhattan: The Extraordinary Events that Created New York and Shaped America.” In Taking Manhattan, Russell Shorto explains how New York became the archetypal modern city – brash, bold, pulsing with energy.…
Join the JHS Key Club's 14th Annual Empty Bowls Dinner for a simple soup and bread dinner in a bowl hand crafted by a Johnstown High School Key Club member, advisor, staff member, or one of the ceramic artists who participated in the first annual Soup’r Bowl. Enjoy a warm meal, fellowship, and some light…
Don’t miss April’s Last Friday featuring Strings & Bellows! Enjoy fun acoustic accordion music with this energetic and entertaining band. Guest bartenders from Rotary!
Playoff Hockey Series!
Celebrate Earth Day in the park! We will be holding several cleanup and beautification projects throughout the day. There will be projects for all ages to help with, which may include litter pickup, trail work, raking, gardening, and tree planting.
The Courthouse is transformed for one weekend into our very own gallery of local art, and we encourage everyone to come check it out and support your local artists and budding artists.
The Pennsylvania Freemasons have partnered with America250PA to sponsor the planting of Liberty Trees in all sixty-seven Pennsylvania counties. The tree that will be planted at Sandyvale Memorial Gardens is a descendant of the last remaining Liberty Tree that stood in Annapolis, Maryland.
This event isn’t just about great drinks and shopping—it’s about giving back to those who served. Stroll through a market of unique handmade crafts, sample exquisite wines from local vineyards, sip on expertly crafted beers, and enjoy small-batch spirits from top local distilleries while you enjoy live acoustic music.
Hike with a park ranger along the Summit Level for Celebrate Trails Day. The hike is 3-miles in length along the Summit Level of the Allegheny Portage Railroad. The hike goes from the head of Inclined Plane No. 6 to the location of where the Summit Hotel was in Summitville, near the head of Inclined…
Grab your air guitar and prepare to "Rock Out Against Child Abuse!" Join the Circle of Support Child Advocacy Center for an exciting benefit concert and basket bash dedicated to supporting victims of child abuse. Get ready for an entertaining evening featuring "Frequency " and "Giants of Science" on stage! Let’s unite as a community…
Step back in time to an era of soda pop and drive-ins, where poodle skirts twirled and hair was slicked back to perfection. Get ready to be transported to the golden age of rock 'n' roll with "Grease Live - A Concert Tribute to GREASE and the Music of the '50s and '60s." Join us…
The Courthouse is transformed for one weekend into our very own gallery of local art, and we encourage everyone to come check it out and support your local artists and budding artists.
A ceremony will be held to mark the 200th anniversary of the incorporation of Ebensburg Borough. The ceremony will open with a bell ringing, invocation, welcome and remarks by County Commissioners, Borough Mayor and Council President, as well as a representative of the Cambria County Historical Society. The borough flag will be raised, and local…
These concerts feature high quality chamber music performances of all styles to the Johnstown community. The performers on our series speak directly to the audience, sharing stories and anecdotes about the music on the program.
The Healthy Kids Running Series is a five-week running program that encourages kids of all ages and abilities to get active, set goals, and believe in themselves. Let’s come together as a community to inspire the next generation to lead a healthy, happy lifestyle!
These music events are offered as "Pay What You Decide" and open to the public, no RSVP required! The Coffee House Series also offers coffees, teas, and delicious baked goods for sale during the event.
Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy live music in Central Park with great vendors!
This original creation by JCB Director, Eden Mishler Ihrig, is set to the breathtaking music of Johann Brahms and promises to be the production of a lifetime! From the enchanting and unique take on this classic story to the exquisite costumes, stunning set design, and mesmerizing choreography, this performance is sure to leave audiences spellbound.…
This free, annual event features a variety of family-friendly activities to encourage healthy kids, healthy families and a healthy start to the summer season. Sponsored nationally by Peanuts, Healthy Kids Day’s mission is to prepare Johnstown families for a safe, healthy and fun summer. Some featured activities include our kid’s Ninja & Agility Course, a…
This original creation by JCB Director, Eden Mishler Ihrig, is set to the breathtaking music of Johann Brahms and promises to be the production of a lifetime! From the enchanting and unique take on this classic story to the exquisite costumes, stunning set design, and mesmerizing choreography, this performance is sure to leave audiences spellbound.…
Come and enjoy our Kentucky Derby experience! Ladies and Gentlemen can show off their Derby attire and get a chance to win prizes for "Best of Show"! Try your luck at pull tabs and video horse racing while enjoying signature drinks and savoring our southern specialities.
The Healthy Kids Running Series is a five-week running program that encourages kids of all ages and abilities to get active, set goals, and believe in themselves. Let’s come together as a community to inspire the next generation to lead a healthy, happy lifestyle!
With 70+ employers and over 500 job seekers annually, this free-to-attend event is a MUST for employers, job seekers, and those looking to network.
Heritage Johnstown is pleased to present this program in cooperation with the National Park Service. In this illustrated presentation, Doug Bosley, chief of interpretation/site manager for the Johnstown Flood National Memorial, will share what’s known about the 16 cottages belonging to members of the South Fork Fishing & Hunting Club (the owner of the dam…
Based on one of Roald Dahl’s most poignantly quirky stories, Roald Dahl's James and the Giant Peach JR. is a brand new take on this "masterpeach" of a tale. Featuring a wickedly tuneful score, this adventurous musical about courage and self-discovery is destined to be a classic. When James is sent by his conniving aunts to chop…
Based on one of Roald Dahl’s most poignantly quirky stories, Roald Dahl's James and the Giant Peach JR. is a brand new take on this "masterpeach" of a tale. Featuring a wickedly tuneful score, this adventurous musical about courage and self-discovery is destined to be a classic. When James is sent by his conniving aunts to chop…
Based on one of Roald Dahl’s most poignantly quirky stories, Roald Dahl's James and the Giant Peach JR. is a brand new take on this "masterpeach" of a tale. Featuring a wickedly tuneful score, this adventurous musical about courage and self-discovery is destined to be a classic. When James is sent by his conniving aunts to chop…
Celebrate Mother’s Day Weekend with a GREEK Immersive “Mamma Mia!” Movie Experience! Enjoy a five-course Greek feast timed to scenes in the film — you eat what they eat, when they eat it!
Based on one of Roald Dahl’s most poignantly quirky stories, Roald Dahl's James and the Giant Peach JR. is a brand new take on this "masterpeach" of a tale. Featuring a wickedly tuneful score, this adventurous musical about courage and self-discovery is destined to be a classic. When James is sent by his conniving aunts to chop…
Step back in time with our Annual Spring Tea themed around "The Roaring 20s." Enjoy a full tea service with sandwiches, cookies, and a delightful selection of teas, all set against a backdrop of elegant 1920s decor. The event will feature musical entertainment that captures the essence of this glamorous era. It’s an afternoon of…
Celebrate Mother’s Day Weekend with a GREEK Immersive “Mamma Mia!” Movie Experience! Enjoy a five-course Greek feast timed to scenes in the film — you eat what they eat, when they eat it!
Break out your best disco moves for a full sing and dance-along screening of Mamma Mia! Enjoy a Build-Your-Own-Gyro buffet available throughout the film, plus complimentary popcorn & soft drinks. Themed cocktails for 21+ available at the cash bar!
Based on one of Roald Dahl’s most poignantly quirky stories, Roald Dahl's James and the Giant Peach JR. is a brand new take on this "masterpeach" of a tale. Featuring a wickedly tuneful score, this adventurous musical about courage and self-discovery is destined to be a classic. When James is sent by his conniving aunts to chop…
The Healthy Kids Running Series is a five-week running program that encourages kids of all ages and abilities to get active, set goals, and believe in themselves. Let’s come together as a community to inspire the next generation to lead a healthy, happy lifestyle!
Based on one of Roald Dahl’s most poignantly quirky stories, Roald Dahl's James and the Giant Peach JR. is a brand new take on this "masterpeach" of a tale. Featuring a wickedly tuneful score, this adventurous musical about courage and self-discovery is destined to be a classic. When James is sent by his conniving aunts to chop…
Dr. Jennifer Gmuca serves as an Assistant Professor of History at Mount Aloysius College. With a keen focus on local history, she will explore the intriguing mysteries surrounding Cambria County's murders, hangings, ancient burials and more.
The Stonycreek Rendezvous is an annual whitewater festival hosted by the Benscreek Canoe Club in Johnstown, Pennsylvania. It is held at Greenhouse Park, Pennsylvania’s first man-made whitewater park, over three days in May. During the event, there is live music, food and gear vendors, a whitewater rodeo, a downriver race, and daily whitewater releases into…
The Johnstown Farmers Market brings together people of all backgrounds & ages, local farmers, craft makers, artists & artisans, and agencies dedicated to positively impacting our community.
The final Last Friday of the season moves a week early in deference to Memorial Day! Join us for live Americana music by The Rusty Shackles. Guest bartenders from the Greater Johnstown School District.
Festival featuring car cruise in, bake sale, big rig show, flea market, kid's games, food and fun.
The Club House was the center of activity for the members of the South Fork Fishing and Hunting Club and their guests. The club owned the South Fork Dam, also known as Lake Conemaugh on May 31, 1889. Tours include a walk through all three floors of the building. Participants will learn about the different uses…
The Club House was the center of activity for the members of the South Fork Fishing and Hunting Club and their guests. The club owned the South Fork Dam, also known as Lake Conemaugh on May 31, 1889. Tours include a walk through all three floors of the building. Participants will learn about the different uses…
The Club House was the center of activity for the members of the South Fork Fishing and Hunting Club and their guests. The club owned the South Fork Dam, also known as Lake Conemaugh on May 31, 1889. Tours include a walk through all three floors of the building. Participants will learn about the different uses…
The Club House was the center of activity for the members of the South Fork Fishing and Hunting Club and their guests. The club owned the South Fork Dam, also known as Lake Conemaugh on May 31, 1889. Tours include a walk through all three floors of the building. Participants will learn about the different uses…
Cottage Row Walking Tours are led by costumed park rangers and provide information on the 16 cottages built along the lake and the members of the South Fork Fishing and Hunting Club that owned them. As many of these structures are currently occupied, the tours do not go into any buildings. *Reservations are required! Please…
Cottage Row Walking Tours are led by costumed park rangers and provide information on the 16 cottages built along the lake and the members of the South Fork Fishing and Hunting Club that owned them. As many of these structures are currently occupied, the tours do not go into any buildings. *Reservations are required! Please…
Cottage Row Walking Tours are led by costumed park rangers and provide information on the 16 cottages built along the lake and the members of the South Fork Fishing and Hunting Club that owned them. As many of these structures are currently occupied, the tours do not go into any buildings. *Reservations are required! Please…
Cottage Row Walking Tours are led by costumed park rangers and provide information on the 16 cottages built along the lake and the members of the South Fork Fishing and Hunting Club that owned them. As many of these structures are currently occupied, the tours do not go into any buildings. *Reservations are required! Please…
This one-night-only event will include local talent who have auditioned with a musical number. There will be a wide cross section of music, talent, ages, and Broadway productions represented. Each participant will be part of a few ensemble numbers to open and close the Cabaret experience.
Bring your poems & your friends! Sign-ups are in person & first come, first serve. All who sign up can read for approximately 3-5 mins.
The Concert, is a Canadian produced rock musical which takes you back to the disco era of one of the best pop bands in history, ABBA. ABBA MANIA features seven incredible musicians and singers, which are the main highlights of this musical. ABBA MANIA performs 21 of ABBA’s hits, with costume changes, choreography, a live…
Be a spectator or race at an AMA sanctioned Pennsylvania Motocross facility located in Seward, PA (near Johnstown).
Annual Jeep gathering of all years and some of the finest barbeque vendors around. Come out for a great afternoon of music and food.
These concerts feature high quality chamber music performances of all styles to the Johnstown community. The performers on our series speak directly to the audience, sharing stories and anecdotes about the music on the program.
The Healthy Kids Running Series is a five-week running program that encourages kids of all ages and abilities to get active, set goals, and believe in themselves. Let’s come together as a community to inspire the next generation to lead a healthy, happy lifestyle!
Led by singing ringmaster Justin Loomis, the circus features three rings, exotic animals, and live music. Performers include a rotating program of jugglers, motorcycle daredevils, aerial ballet, the Official Flyerz Acrobatic Troupe (as seen on America’s Got Talent), music from a live circus band, and more.
Led by singing ringmaster Justin Loomis, the circus features three rings, exotic animals, and live music. Performers include a rotating program of jugglers, motorcycle daredevils, aerial ballet, the Official Flyerz Acrobatic Troupe (as seen on America’s Got Talent), music from a live circus band, and more.
Led by singing ringmaster Justin Loomis, the circus features three rings, exotic animals, and live music. Performers include a rotating program of jugglers, motorcycle daredevils, aerial ballet, the Official Flyerz Acrobatic Troupe (as seen on America’s Got Talent), music from a live circus band, and more.
Join us on the third Wednesday of each month from April-September and relax into the soothing sounds of bowls, vocals, and more . Please Bring Yoga Mat, Blanket(s), Pillow & Eye Mask (optional).
Come join us for the signing and discussion of Johnstown Native Russell Shorto's newest book, Taking Manhattan, The Extraordinary Events That Created New York and Shaped America. The author of The Island at the Center of the World offers up a thrilling narrative of how New York—that brash, bold, archetypal city—came to be. Bristling with…
The Johnstown Farmers Market brings together people of all backgrounds & ages, local farmers, craft makers, artists & artisans, and agencies dedicated to positively impacting our community.
This event allows runners to experience the historic 1889 Johnstown Flood in its entirety with the 14 mile course, or in small droplets through the 5K or 8 mile races. The course follows the Path of the Flood Trail, travels through Staple Bend Tunnel – the first railroad tunnel in the United States – and…
Come explore a waterfall along one of the many trails along the Lorain/Stonycreek Hiking Trails during a guided hike.
This annual event is a showcase of what our downtown businesses have to offer the Greater Johnstown community. Delicious restaurants, thirst-quenching pubs, destination shopping and specialty retail stores, all will open their doors on a Saturday night and proudly showcase the great variety that Downtown Johnstown has to offer.
A beautiful Sunday tradition of shopping, food, music, family and friends in the heart of the Cambria City Historic District!
Bring your chair and enjoy time with Stephanie and the Wildhearts! Enjoy classic to modern country and rock 'n' roll. Open to the public.
Bring your lawn chair or blanket and enjoy an evening of live music at the Roxbury Bandshell. The Roxbury Bandshell was built in 1939 as a tribute to the strength of the Johnstown people and their determination to survive the depression and to build a better future.
Join us for our Annual Memorial Service as we honor and remember the heroes who have served our nation. Storyboard to be dedicated in honor of Cambria County, PA Hometown Fallen. Keynote speaker is Colonel Douglas R. Lengenfelder, U.S. Air Force (retired).
Ebensburg’s Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony are a special tribute to those who have served and sacrificed from the American Revolution to our current generation of service members. The Memorial Day Ceremony in Veteran’s Park will follow the parade at 10:30 a.m. In the case of inclement weather, the parade will not be held and…
Honoring our Veterans with a ceremony followed by music, food, children’s activities, and an antique & classic car and motorcycle cruise.
The Johnstown Mill Rats are part of the Prospect League which is a summer college baseball league featuring top college players who are looking to improve their skills and to potentially play professional baseball. The League operates under NCAA rules allowing the participants to maintain their NCAA eligibility.
Showcase for Commerce is a nationally renowned business and industry trade show and defense contracting exhibition.
The Johnstown Mill Rats are part of the Prospect League which is a summer college baseball league featuring top college players who are looking to improve their skills and to potentially play professional baseball. The League operates under NCAA rules allowing the participants to maintain their NCAA eligibility.
The Johnstown Mill Rats are part of the Prospect League which is a summer college baseball league featuring top college players who are looking to improve their skills and to potentially play professional baseball. The League operates under NCAA rules allowing the participants to maintain their NCAA eligibility.
Nominated for four 2017 Tony Awards, including Best Revival of a Musical, Falsettos is hilarious, heartbreaking, and utterly unique. Set during the 1970s, it follows Marvin, a neurotic Jewish man navigating the challenges of modern life as he attempts to create a blended family with his ex-wife, his son, and his new male partner, Whizzer.…
The Johnstown Farmers Market brings together people of all backgrounds & ages, local farmers, craft makers, artists & artisans, and agencies dedicated to positively impacting our community.
PolkaFest was created in 1998 by “Polish Bill” Marano and his late wife Debbie, who pursued their dream of creating a world-class Polka festival in Johnstown. The Maranos’ knew that Johnstown’s ethnic heritage would make it the perfect setting for the festival. The Maranos’ partnered with the former Johnstown Business District Coalition to coordinate the…
The Johnstown Mill Rats are part of the Prospect League which is a summer college baseball league featuring top college players who are looking to improve their skills and to potentially play professional baseball. The League operates under NCAA rules allowing the participants to maintain their NCAA eligibility.
Nominated for four 2017 Tony Awards, including Best Revival of a Musical, Falsettos is hilarious, heartbreaking, and utterly unique. Set during the 1970s, it follows Marvin, a neurotic Jewish man navigating the challenges of modern life as he attempts to create a blended family with his ex-wife, his son, and his new male partner, Whizzer.…
The park film Black Friday will play at quarter after each hour from 9:15 a.m. until 9:15 p.m. At 4:07 p.m., the time that the floodwaters reached Johnstown, a wreath will be placed at the North and South Abutments on the remains of the dam. Each year 2,209 luminaries are lit to honor the flood victims.…
Watch or join in as boxers train to compete.
PolkaFest was created in 1998 by “Polish Bill” Marano and his late wife Debbie, who pursued their dream of creating a world-class Polka festival in Johnstown. The Maranos’ knew that Johnstown’s ethnic heritage would make it the perfect setting for the festival. The Maranos’ partnered with the former Johnstown Business District Coalition to coordinate the…
The Johnstown Mill Rats are part of the Prospect League which is a summer college baseball league featuring top college players who are looking to improve their skills and to potentially play professional baseball. The League operates under NCAA rules allowing the participants to maintain their NCAA eligibility.
Experience an extraordinary fusion of visual art and symphonic sound at Symphony in Color! Renowned local artist Sarah Gayle is crafting an exclusive collection of breathtaking paintings, drawings, and sketches—each inspired by this season’s Johnstown Symphony Orchestra performances. Be part of an exhilarating Sotheby’s-style auction, where you can bid on these one-of-a-kind masterpieces and take…
Nominated for four 2017 Tony Awards, including Best Revival of a Musical, Falsettos is hilarious, heartbreaking, and utterly unique. Set during the 1970s, it follows Marvin, a neurotic Jewish man navigating the challenges of modern life as he attempts to create a blended family with his ex-wife, his son, and his new male partner, Whizzer.…
Join us for the 27th annual Johnstown PolkaFest, presented by Visit Johnstown! We’re proud to present some of the country’s best bands with three days of non-stop entertainment. PolkaFest reflects the rich ethnic heritage of our area that’s been passed down through generations. Polkas were a staple of Western PA wedding receptions, along with the…
Nominated for four 2017 Tony Awards, including Best Revival of a Musical, Falsettos is hilarious, heartbreaking, and utterly unique. Set during the 1970s, it follows Marvin, a neurotic Jewish man navigating the challenges of modern life as he attempts to create a blended family with his ex-wife, his son, and his new male partner, Whizzer.…
The Johnstown Mill Rats are part of the Prospect League which is a summer college baseball league featuring top college players who are looking to improve their skills and to potentially play professional baseball. The League operates under NCAA rules allowing the participants to maintain their NCAA eligibility.
Bring your lawn chair or blanket and enjoy an evening of live music at the Roxbury Bandshell. The Roxbury Bandshell was built in 1939 as a tribute to the strength of the Johnstown people and their determination to survive the depression and to build a better future.
Charles M. Schwab, was successively the president of Carnegie Steel, U.S. Steel, and Bethlehem Steel. This book presents the complex legacy of the man Thomas Edison once called the "master hustler."
Our sojourn showcases the entire river valley in a spectacular four-day, 44-mile float on the Stonycreek, Conemaugh, and Kiskiminetas Rivers. From Johnstown to Apollo, we’ll paddle through breathtaking vistas each day and camp each night. The sojourn will take us through deep river gorges, with views of historic canal remnants and wildlife along the way.…