It’s a big weekend in Pittsburgh!
Friday, August 3
Summer Fridays at the Frick
Live music, outdoor fun and games, and food trucks (this week’s selection includes South Side BBQ Company, Las Chicas, and The Coop Chicken and Waffles) will be on hand on the lawn at the Frick during their summer Friday series. The Café at the Frick will also be open, wine and beer will be available at the wine bar, or guests are invited to bring their own picnic basket. See more on the event page.
EQT Pittsburgh Three Rivers Regatta
You gotta regatta! It’s one of the best times of the year to be a Pittsburgher – regatta weekend! At the Three Rivers Regatta, you’ll find food and drink vendors, a jet ski stunt show, powerboat races, and more. The event runs from Friday, August 3 through Sunday, August 5.
Rib & Wing Festival at Seven Springs
Get sauced at the Rib & Wing Festival all weekend long at Seven Springs, with mouth-watering ribs and wings cooked by award-winning BBQers from all over the country. There will also be live music, a beer garden, kid’s activities and more. Admission is $7 for adults, and food and drinks are pay-as-you-go. Rib & Wing Festival runs from Friday, August 3 through Sunday, August 5. See more online.
Rusyn Food Festival
St. John the Baptist Orthodox Church in Ambridge is hosting their annual celebration of Carpatho-Rusyn food on Friday, August 3 and Saturday, August 4. The menu will include traditional dishes like Borscht, Goulash, Carpathian Slaw, stuffed cabbage, pierogies, halushki, dumplings, and more. Find out more on their Facebook page.
Homewood Good Food Festival
Phipp’s Conservatory is hosting their annual Homewood Good Food Festival from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. in the 7100 block of Kelly Street in Homewood. The event will feature live music, food vendors, farm vendors, and family-friendly activities. More information can be found online.
Saturday, August 4
VegFest
VegFest is back on August 4, celebrating all things vegan. Now in its fourth year, VegFest will be held in Allegheny Commons Park, bringing vegan food suppliers, as well as animal organizations and cruelty-free vendors together. See more online.
Rivertowne Brewing Rhythm & Brews 2018
This all-ages, outdoor event will take place at the Tall Trees Amphitheater in Monroeville, and will feature an extensive craft beer garden, food trucks (including La Palapa, PGH Pizzxa Truck, and Graeter’s Ice Cream), live music, art and more. Tickets range from $10 to $50, and can be purchased online.
Summer Harvest Festival at Soergel Orchards
Soergel Orchards is introducing a new Summer Harvest Festival this year, which will feature all event pageof their best summer produce, including peaches and berries. There will be an open-air farmers market on the porch of McIntosh Hall, tractor rides, games and activities, and lots of family fun. Find out more on the .
Sunday, August 5
Taste of Lawrenceville
Celebrate all things Lawrenceville at this special festival, which will feature tasty bites and drinks from the neighborhood’s best restaurants and bars. The event is free to attend, and all food and drinks are pay-as-you-go. For more information, visit the event page.
Brews & BBQ at Freedom Farms
Butler’s Freedom Farms is hosting a Brews & BBQ event, featuring a farm-fresh dinner on the farm, paired with local Pennsylvania craft beers. Tickets are $50 a person, and more information can be found on the event page.
TacoMania at Strange Roots Experimental Ales
Taco trucks and beer? We’re in! This month’s TacoMania event at Strange Roots Experimental Ales will feature tacos from Pittsburgh Tortas, Rogue BBQ and La Palapa. See more about the event on the event page.
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