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Johnstown Mill Rats Baseball
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.
Downtown Shutdown
Band will be set up in the intersection of High & Center Streets under the streetlight. Be sure to bring your chairs, blankets, coolers, friends & family!
Free
Ebensburg Homecoming
Every July, the community gets together to celebrate the summer months and welcome former Ebensburg residents home. The celebration consists of many different events and gets bigger and better every year!
Free
Ebensburg Farmer’s Market
The Market features local growers and their produce, as well as other homemade goodies.
Free
Painting in the Park
A weekly Plein Air event in Central Park. No lessons - no stress. All styles and mediums welcome. Bring your own supplies.
Free
Sunflower Festival
Come and celebrate at our 4th Annual Sunflower Festival! Immerse yourself in the fun atmosphere with over 70 unique vendors, live music, and the stunning beauty of our farm.
$10
Beach Party Boys
Beach Party Boys brings you the fun fun fun of California’s Summer Sun and the great music of The Beach Boys to life! The show is fast-paced and interactive FUN FUN FUN!!!! Beach Party Boys reproduces the musical instrumentation, authentic look, and harmony of The Beach Boys themselves.
$42 – $50
SundayMarket @ Cambria City
A beautiful Sunday tradition of shopping, food, music, family and friends in the heart of the Cambria City Historic District!
Free
Roxbury Bandshell Summer Concert Series
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.
Free
Evening on the Lake: The Cottages
Documents discovered from the collection of John Kephart, at the Cambria County Historical Society led society members and park staff to determine the original owners of all sixteen cottages. These cottages were owned by members of the South Fork Fishing and Hunting Club and sat along Lake Conemaugh. Participants will learn about the cottages and…
Free
Shrek The Musical
This is the tale of an unlikely hero who embarks on a life-changing adventure alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a spirited princess. Add in a short-tempered villain and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you have a chaotic situation that calls for a true hero. Fortunately, one is ready to step up… and…
$16 – $24
Concerts on the Green
Bring your own chair! All concerts are outdoors & weather permitting. If weather is bad, they may potentially be moved inside if space is available.
Free
Shrek The Musical
This is the tale of an unlikely hero who embarks on a life-changing adventure alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a spirited princess. Add in a short-tempered villain and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you have a chaotic situation that calls for a true hero. Fortunately, one is ready to step up… and…
$16 – $24
Music on the Patio
Join us on the library patio for live, local musicians! Free Snacks available. Come early to make an art project with a guest artist. Available in the garden area from 5 to 6 p.m.
Free
Book Presentation and Signing by Author Brook Lenker – The Arbiters, A Reily Waters Expedition
Come meet author Brook Lenker and have one of his books signed.
Free
Float & Flix Family Fun Night at the YMCA Aqua Theater
Bring your swimsuit, towel, and your favorite pool float to sit back and relax while enjoying our feature movie! Lifeguards will have the final say if a pool float is too large. Space is limited, register today!
$10
Sandyvale Summer Concert Series
Bring a chair and relax under shade trees in a beautiful park setting.
Free
Shrek The Musical
This is the tale of an unlikely hero who embarks on a life-changing adventure alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a spirited princess. Add in a short-tempered villain and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you have a chaotic situation that calls for a true hero. Fortunately, one is ready to step up… and…
$16 – $24
MISS PENNSYLVANIA USA and MISS PENNSYLVANIA TEEN USA
If you’ve ever dreamed of being MISS USA or MISS TEEN USA, this is your chance to turn that dream into a reality!
Johnstown Farmers Market
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.
Free
First Friday @ Central Park
Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy live music in Central Park with great vendors!
Free
Shrek The Musical
This is the tale of an unlikely hero who embarks on a life-changing adventure alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a spirited princess. Add in a short-tempered villain and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you have a chaotic situation that calls for a true hero. Fortunately, one is ready to step up… and…
$16 – $24
Ebensburg Farmer’s Market
The Market features local growers and their produce, as well as other homemade goodies.
Free
Painting in the Park
A weekly Plein Air event in Central Park. No lessons - no stress. All styles and mediums welcome. Bring your own supplies.
Free
Squonkapalooza
Squonkapalooza is an all-ages, family-friendly cryptid carnival in Johnstown, PA that celebrates Pennsylvania’s very own cryptid…the Squonk!
Free
Shrek The Musical
This is the tale of an unlikely hero who embarks on a life-changing adventure alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a spirited princess. Add in a short-tempered villain and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you have a chaotic situation that calls for a true hero. Fortunately, one is ready to step up… and…
$16 – $24
Shrek The Musical
This is the tale of an unlikely hero who embarks on a life-changing adventure alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a spirited princess. Add in a short-tempered villain and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you have a chaotic situation that calls for a true hero. Fortunately, one is ready to step up… and…
$16 – $24
Leave No Trace Awareness for Kids
This program helps young people learn how responsible actions can help protect the outdoors. We will review the 7 principles of Leave No Trace in the form of interactive games and challenges geared for youth but adults are welcome to attend. The class will be held in the Spangler Pavilion.
Free
Roxbury Bandshell Summer Concert Series
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.
Free
AAABA Tournament
The All American Amateur Baseball Association (AAABA) Tournament has been a summer tradition for more than seven decades. The AAABA Tournament is played each August in Johnstown, Pennsylvania.
Evening on the Summit: Mapping the Allegheny Portage Railroad
Park Volunteer Brandon Sliko will present a free program about mapping the Allegheny Portage Railroad. The program looks at the efforts to re-map the Allegheny Portage Railroad combining historic maps and modern-day technics to visualize the historic trace.
Free
Shrek The Musical
This is the tale of an unlikely hero who embarks on a life-changing adventure alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a spirited princess. Add in a short-tempered villain and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you have a chaotic situation that calls for a true hero. Fortunately, one is ready to step up… and…
$16 – $24
Concerts on the Green
Bring your own chair! All concerts are outdoors & weather permitting. If weather is bad, they may potentially be moved inside if space is available.
Free
Shrek The Musical
This is the tale of an unlikely hero who embarks on a life-changing adventure alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a spirited princess. Add in a short-tempered villain and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you have a chaotic situation that calls for a true hero. Fortunately, one is ready to step up… and…
$16 – $24
Rock Run ATV Summer Blast
Three fun-filled days of riding on 140+ miles of trails along with concerts, food, and vendors. Camping sites available on a first come, first served basis.
$80 – $105
Sandyvale Summer Concert Series
Bring a chair and relax under shade trees in a beautiful park setting.
Free
Shrek The Musical
This is the tale of an unlikely hero who embarks on a life-changing adventure alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a spirited princess. Add in a short-tempered villain and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you have a chaotic situation that calls for a true hero. Fortunately, one is ready to step up… and…
$16 – $24
Portage Area Summerfest
Portage Area Summerfest in Portage, PA, is an annual summer celebration that brings the community together for a weekend of fun and entertainment. This lively event features a wide array of activities and attractions, including live music performances, delicious food vendors, and more. Summerfest is a cherished tradition in Portage, offering residents and visitors the…
Free
Top of the Podium Pennsylvania – Bassett Camp
We’re excited to host an 18 & under Bassett Camp with duals in Pennsylvania! There will be a free camp shirt for everyone who attends the camp, and all members of the champion dual team will receive a trophy. Guaranteed 5 Matches. Wrestlers are drafted and coached by compound wrestlers.
$250
Johnstown Farmers Market
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.
Free
Little Naturalist Story Time
Join us as we read a nature themed story and then afterwards do a craft or hands-on activity related to the theme of the story. For younger children.
Free
The Moon and the Stars
Join us for an evening float leaving from Beaver Dam boat launch. We will paddle out across the dam to the pennisula and make our way back to observe the full moon on the breast of the dam. We will then turn to the north orienting toward the persiod constellations. Please bring a flashligh and…
Free
Shrek The Musical
This is the tale of an unlikely hero who embarks on a life-changing adventure alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a spirited princess. Add in a short-tempered villain and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you have a chaotic situation that calls for a true hero. Fortunately, one is ready to step up… and…
$16 – $24
Ebensburg Farmer’s Market
The Market features local growers and their produce, as well as other homemade goodies.
Free
Painting in the Park
A weekly Plein Air event in Central Park. No lessons - no stress. All styles and mediums welcome. Bring your own supplies.
Free
“The Golden Girls Strike Again”
Dessert Theatre Performance: Join your favorite foursome in another hilarious comedy where the ladies show their colorful personalities and quick wit, all while showing you the depth of the friendship. This production is sure to make you laugh until your belly hurts, as these girls strike again with their love, laughter and friendship.
$42
“The Golden Girls Strike Again”
Dessert Theatre Performance: Join your favorite foursome in another hilarious comedy where the ladies show their colorful personalities and quick wit, all while showing you the depth of the friendship. This production is sure to make you laugh until your belly hurts, as these girls strike again with their love, laughter and friendship.
$42
Electric River
Formerly called the Night Float, our legendary event is getting a new name, while keeping all of the fun. We’re focusing on DJs, glow sticks, and the best vibes this side of the Laurel Highlands. Grab your friends, and be prepared for an epic evening of fun, music, and dancing!
$35 – $45
Beauty Slap with Neon Belly
The third and final show in the Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield Free Summer Concert Series — our festival afterparty! Beauty Slap returns for the first time in several years, and the special guest is a new Johnstown act, Neon Belly.
Free
Shrek The Musical
This is the tale of an unlikely hero who embarks on a life-changing adventure alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a spirited princess. Add in a short-tempered villain and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you have a chaotic situation that calls for a true hero. Fortunately, one is ready to step up… and…
$16 – $24
White-Tail and Archery
Stop by the amphitheater to discuss information on Cervidae (deer and similar animals) throughout North America, as well as look at some archery equipment that hunters are getting ready for the upcoming season.
Free
Pontoon Boat Tour
Take a scenic ride on the lake and learn about the historical and natural features of the park. Donations will be accepted for the Friends of PGSP. * Registration required.
Free
Pontoon Boat Tour
Take a scenic ride on the lake and learn about the historical and natural features of the park. Donations will be accepted for the Friends of PGSP. * Registration required.
Free
Pontoon Boat Tour
Take a scenic ride on the lake and learn about the historical and natural features of the park. Donations will be accepted for the Friends of PGSP. * Registration required.
Free
Roxbury Bandshell Summer Concert Series
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.
Free
Perseid Meteor Shower Watch
Join a park naturalist out on the lake to enjoy watching the Perseid Meteor Shower. During the peak nights this meteor shower can produce over 50 meteors an hour. We will meet at headache hill near the water tower on long road. Bring a chair or a blanket with you.
Free
Concerts on the Green
Bring your own chair! All concerts are outdoors & weather permitting. If weather is bad, they may potentially be moved inside if space is available.
Free
Sip and Savor
In addition to wonderful music, Sip and Savor guests enjoy plenty of good fellowship, delicious appetizers and chilled beverages. Music begins at 6 PM outdoors in the piazza, or inside the Gallery if the weather is inclement.
Richland Community Days
Activities include live music, parade, kids area, games, food, craft, and business vendors, motorcycle run, class and antique car cruise, fireworks, and much more.
Free
Johnstown Farmers Market
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.
Free
Champions Night
Free
BYOKayak Slatelick
Join a naturalist for a guided paddle onto the lake. A variety of areas and topics will be explored. All participants need to supply their own equipment and have basic flat-water paddling experience. Participants must wear a lifejacket.
Free
Ebensburg Farmer’s Market
The Market features local growers and their produce, as well as other homemade goodies.
Free
Painting in the Park
A weekly Plein Air event in Central Park. No lessons - no stress. All styles and mediums welcome. Bring your own supplies.
Free
The Grand Halle Royal Ball
Step into a world of enchantment at The Grand Halle Royal Ball! This family-friendly event will be filled with magic from three of your favorite princesses, courtesy of Pittsburgh's Fairytale Princess Visits. Guests will be treated to an interactive musical program that includes a choreographed performance, sing- and dance-alongs, and photo ops with our special…
$25
Roxbury Bandshell Summer Concert Series
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.
Free
Healing at the Halle Sound Bath
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).
$20
Johnstown Farmers Market
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.
Free
Ebensburg Farmer’s Market
The Market features local growers and their produce, as well as other homemade goodies.
Free
Painting in the Park
A weekly Plein Air event in Central Park. No lessons - no stress. All styles and mediums welcome. Bring your own supplies.
Free
Liberty ParaUnited Expo
Paranormal and Cryptid Expo with various vendors, food trucks, raffles, and guest speakers. All proceeds benefit the Nant-Y-Glo Tri Area Historical Society.
$10
Bardstock 2025
The event will showcase poetry, music, spoken word, storytelling, comedy, DJing, & visual arts from local talent as well as artists from beyond the region. Attendees can enjoy performances, connect with artists, & explore work from local businesses & makers. Bardstock is both a celebration of creativity & a final tribute to Central Park in…
Free
Heritage Hike: Summit Level
This hike, led by a park ranger, 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 Plane 5. The Summit Level was the highest…
Free
Horror Circus
Prepare yourself for a spine-chilling experience like no other. Our event will feature terrifying performances, creepy clowns, and eerie attractions that will leave you on the edge of your seat. Come face-to-face with your worst nightmares in a night filled with thrills and scares. Don't miss out on this unforgettable event that will haunt your…
$24
Highlands Health Clinic Benefit: Maggie Rose & Karina Rykman with special guest Jeff Perigo & Friends
Don't miss this wonderful show benefiting the Highlands Health Medical Clinic, which provides medical care to uninsured and under-insured people. Hailed for her “powerhouse vocals” by People Magazine, singer-songwriter Maggie Rose returns to Johnstown for this wonderful benefit! Maggie successfully straddles the worlds of pop, rock, soul, Americana and folk, unencumbered by genre specifics. Karina…
$20 – $25
Fleetwood Macked
Fleetwood Macked the Ultimate Tribute to Fleetwood Mac is a New York based Fleetwood Mac Tribute Band. Whether performing the Rumours album in it’s entirety or a decades show featuring Fleetwood Mac’s hits from the 70’s, 80’s, 90’s and today, every performance transports audiences to another time and place. Complete with costume changes, dialogue and…
$42 – $50
Horror Circus
Prepare yourself for a spine-chilling experience like no other. Our event will feature terrifying performances, creepy clowns, and eerie attractions that will leave you on the edge of your seat. Come face-to-face with your worst nightmares in a night filled with thrills and scares. Don't miss out on this unforgettable event that will haunt your…
$24
SundayMarket @ Cambria City
A beautiful Sunday tradition of shopping, food, music, family and friends in the heart of the Cambria City Historic District!
Free
Art Walk in the Park
A popular event featuring craft and art vendors, food trucks and entertainment.
Free
Roxbury Bandshell Summer Concert Series
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.
Free
Evening on the Lake: Grandview Cemetery
The program will explore the history of Grandview Cemetery and why it was established. Many notable people associated with the Johnstown Flood are buried here. The cemetery includes the Unknown Plot, dedicated to the unidentified victims of the Great Flood. This program is presented by Park Ranger Elizabeth Shope.
Free
Cambria City Ethnic Festival
The Cambria City Ethnic Festival in Johnstown’s historic Cambria City neighborhood is a vibrant celebration of the city’s rich cultural diversity. This annual event brings together various ethnic communities, each showcasing their unique traditions, cuisines, and music. Visitors can immerse themselves in a kaleidoscope of cultural experiences as part of this three-day festival.
Free
Johnstown Farmers Market
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.
Free
Forest Hills Labor Day Festival
This three-day festival is always held over Labor Day weekend. It is filled with music and entertainment, exceptional food and craft vendors, and a fireworks show you won’t want to miss on Sunday night.
Free
Ebensburg Farmer’s Market
The Market features local growers and their produce, as well as other homemade goodies.
Free
Painting in the Park
A weekly Plein Air event in Central Park. No lessons - no stress. All styles and mediums welcome. Bring your own supplies.
Free
Log House Arts Festival
The Log House Arts Festival takes place on the picturesque 2.5-acre grounds of the Community Arts Center in the charming Westmont area of Johnstown, PA. The festival features hand-crafted items, including jewelry, pottery, florals, rugs, crafted wood and decor, tole, plants, fabric items, and much more! Craftspeople are juried and carefully selected to create a…
Free
Bullies On Ice 3.0: the Annual Canine Extravaganza
Marvel at a variety of breeds as they strut their stuff and compete for top honors and the ever-popular Best in Show. Explore the latest in pet products, from gourmet treats to stylish accessories Meet the Experts to get tips and advice from top trainers, groomers, and veterinarians. Whether you’re a seasoned handler or just…
$20
American Legion County Fair
This week-long event near Ebensburg, PA, is a celebration of agriculture, a showcase for creators, and a fun place for all ages. This fair features carnival rides and games, food and craft vendors, and a wide variety of entertainment.
$10
Tubapalooza
Come float through Pennsylvania's wettest music experience and HELP A GREAT CAUSE WHILE YOU ARE AT IT! Listen to awesome regional artists at different stages along the river.
$55 – $65
Log House Arts Festival
The Log House Arts Festival takes place on the picturesque 2.5-acre grounds of the Community Arts Center in the charming Westmont area of Johnstown, PA. The festival features hand-crafted items, including jewelry, pottery, florals, rugs, crafted wood and decor, tole, plants, fabric items, and much more! Craftspeople are juried and carefully selected to create a…
Free
Roxbury Bandshell Summer Concert Series
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.
Free
Johnstown Farmers Market
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.
Free
Sandyvale Wine Dinner Safari
Featuring wines from Germany, Spain, Argentina & California. Menu pairings by Balance Restaurant.
$110
Duane Betts & Palmetto Motel
Duane Betts ignites and brings an evolution to the Southern rock tradition. Backed by his band, Palmetto Motel, Betts delivers a dynamic live show filled with searing guitar solos, heartfelt storytelling, and a mix of classic influences with fresh energy. Fans can expect a blend of roots rock, blues, and some improvisational jamming, creating an…
$58
Jim Mayer Trail Family Fun Run
The 10k out-and-back course will be along the entire Jim Mayer Riverswalk Trail in Johnstown that extends from Riverside to Sandyvale. Participants will follow the scenic section of the trail along the Stonycreek River and will pass by the Trail Art Murals near the old trolley bridge in Moxham. The 5k out-and back course will…
$30 – $35
Ebensburg Farmer’s Market
The Market features local growers and their produce, as well as other homemade goodies.
Free
Annual Johnstown Super Cruise
All antiques, classics, tuners, rat rods, trucks, and newer vehicles and motorcycles are welcome. Dash plaques for first 150 vehicles. $10 cruise vehicle registration fee. Basket raffle, door prizes, games, food vendors, auto displays, military displays, and Jennerstown Speedway pace truck. Music will be performed by one of the region’s premier bands, Three Of Hearts.
Free