Tag - Festivals and Events

Fireworks light up the sky over Somerset during the Fire & Ice Festival

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…

Celebrate New Year's Eve in the Laurel Highlands

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…

Three girls posing with caramel apples.

8 Fall Festivals You Can't Miss in the Laurel Highlands

Friday, September 15, 2023 10:00 AM

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 8 fall festivals you won't want to miss in the Laurel Highlands. Forbes Trail Brewing Oktoberfest Sept. 30 Forbes Trail Brewing is kicking off this fall season with…

Somerset Fireworks

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. Fireworks at Jennerstown Speedway - July 1 Get your motors running on July 1 for an incredible…

Brantview Farms Maple | Maple Taste & Tour

It's the sweetest season in the Laurel Highlands! Our region, specifically Somerset County, takes great pride in the tradition of tapping maple trees and producing maple syrup and other goodies. After all, it is the largest producer of maple products in the state. Celebrate the county's maple heritage while satisfying your sweet tooth at…

Nemacolin Woodlands Resort Dinner

Lovebirds looking to get away to celebrate Valentine’s Day will find no shortage of lovely things to see and do in Pennsylvania’s Laurel Highlands. We've created four diverse romantic getaway itineraries to charm visitors and residents alike. You and your significant other are probably overdue for an escape, book one today! For…

Bella Terra Vineyards

Where to Take Your Out-of-Town Holiday Visitors

Friday, December 10, 2021 3:00 PM by Allyson Null

The holidays will be here before you know it, and so will your guests! If it is their first time visiting the Laurel Highlands, they are in for a treat. If they've visited before, their schedule will be jam-packed with attractions that have opened since the last time they've been in town. Show off the beautiful region you call home with…

Ligonier Light Up Night

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…

Bedford Fall Foliage Festival

Laurel Highlands Fall Checklist

Thursday, October 7, 2021 10:00 AM by Allyson Null

The trees are turning colors and the leaves are slowly falling. Fall is here! That means it is now perfectly acceptable to wear sweaters and eat and drink everything pumpkin flavored, right? We know that fall brings a ton of festivals, events, activities, and views, and we don't want you to miss a thing. Start your fall checklist today!…

Flight 93

Flight 93: 20th Observance

Thursday, September 2, 2021 11:00 AM by Allyson Null

*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…

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