We went there on a Friday and a Sunday and had a terrific time. Lots of vendors plenty of food,…read moremusic singing we had a great time.

The reviews here are spot on. This is a really fun festival with lots to see and plenty of…read moreshopping and eating options. I've been coming for years and has been one of our highlights each fall. The only reason I'm not giving this a 5-star is because the local eating establishments have gone straight downhill. They really do make you feel like they are doing YOU the favor by serving you. We stopped at lunch at the Tavern only to have a young waitress who was very snippy and a menu indicating no substitutions for this event. Understanding that they were busy (even though there were tons of people working and not all that many people in the place yet as it just opened) we picked something from the menu and waited a very long time for our drinks and food. Once we were done, I thought she was going to blow her top when we asked for separate checks and were abruptly told we were not allowed to have the check broken out. We paid a lot of money for food that wasn't that great to be treated like crap. We then went for dessert at the food vendor area at market square. What a difference in kindness, service, and the raspberry cheesecake was delicious! We did a little shopping then went over to the bowling alley to grab a drink and have a seat. When we walked in, there were people at the bar area and a lot of empty tables so we had a seat. My friend grabbed her dessert while we were waiting to be waitied on and proceeded to take a few bites when a young girl came running over to tell us we were not permitted to bring in outside food then turned around in the same breath and stormed away. Fair enough, although taken aback by such rude aggressive behavior, we put ours away, but my friend proceeded to finish her 3 bites of ice cream before doing so. I'm sitting there scratching my head asking why the little witch didn't bother taking our orders when she came over while another young lady proceeds to come over and throw us out while the whole "busy" waitstaff was standing behind the bar smiling. We understood why no one was in the bowling alley as we left that place with a pretty overall bad feeling about the event. Next year we plan to stick with the vendors and stay out of the "regular" eating establishments. "They don't seem to care for outsiders" was our overall feeling for the day. They can do without our money too.

Attended this annual arts and heritage festival today. Very well organized event. Lots of vendors…read morewith exceptional works of art. Many delicious food booths with plenty of seating in the shade. Live musical performances and children's activities. Very enjoyable for all ages. The grounds and lake are beautiful with a walking trail that goes along the water. They do have a Facebook page. No animals allowed in the park.

Well, I find that the last review for this festival is 5 years old; so I think I have an obligation…read moreto update it. The Westmoreland Arts & Crafts Heritage Festival is in its 42nd year and is always scheduled around the 4th of July weekend. It is located in Twin Lakes Park. This year, it runs from June 20 through July 3. Over the years, it has expanded and attracted artisans from all over the country. The items for sale range from wood crafts, jewelry, pottery, art prints and paintings, plants and other specialties. Also, one can wander through the park and find great food to purchase. Popular choices for many are the fresh raspberries and ice cream, fried vegetables, and wood fired pizza. I tried steak fajitas ($7 for two) and French beignets ($4 for about 8) from one food booth. I was very pleased with both. There are several stages that offer different musical genres. A schedule for performers can be found on the web site. The Island Stage is the main performance area, but check out the stage located a short distance from the boat house. Around that stage are several craft and food booths. If you feel like walking, there are reenactors located on the upper lake. So, there is plenty to see, music to listen to, food to eat and beautiful items for purchase. There is also an area for kids to make crafts and play. CONS: Although, things are spaced throughout, this festival draws a big crowd. Sometimes a little patience and a smile is needed when waiting in food lines. No alcohol is served, but there are water, cola, Gatorade booths. The thing is you have to purchase tickets to buy your beverage. I don't know, why not use cash for beverages, too? Parking is sometimes at a premium but some people let you park on their property for a price. There are shuttle buses available, but riding in a hot school bus isn't something I care to do. They seem to have a good system though, by dropping passengers off at an entrance area of the park and picking riders up at the other end. No dogs are allowed in the festival area. I think this is a very nice way to spend time over the holiday and has something for everyone. More information can be found on their web site.

What's more quintessential summer bucket list than a drive-in movie!!!!…read more Evergreen Drive-In has been doing drive-ins for way longer than I've been alive and they know how to make the experience perfect! With three movie screens and lots, you always have options to pick from when coming to a movie. We were prepared for large crowds as we went for Toy Story 5's opening weekend. You can arrive earlier than the listed box office time. We showed up at 6:30 and drove right in! Come early, grab a spot, and enjoy the summer! We came hungry so we stopped by the Concession Stand. They do request that you don't bring your own food... and you won't be disappointed with the options. We, of course, grabbed the commemorative large popcorn bucket.. it was the perfect amount for 4 adults! I also snagged a Pepperoni Roll, large coke, and a box of Bunch-a-Crunch! The prices are reasonable and help to keep this community icon up and running for years to come. As you enter, they give you a list of rules and a small bag for any trash. Both of these keep the place clean and avoid any issues throughout the night. I cannot wait to come back for more movies all summer long!!

Great theatre!! Staff is very friendly and helpful. Great place for people of all ages.read more

Came back this year and it's even better. Everything in my prior review is the same. Still great…read morefood, still great churches, and still a great community festival. The one noticeable addition to the festival is that more ethnicities are now involved. I missed last year, so this may have happened last year, but I was unaware. It's a great mix of multicultural awareness. And oh my god, it's a great mix of food to get. The food selection has expanded and you can get food from the churches, from street vendors, and now from food trucks from around the area. I left here this year so full of so many different foods that I could have had the UN in my stomach. My stomach was at harmony. Too bad that this only happens once a year and not every single weekend.

This is the best Indiana County Fair there is. Admission is charged after 2pm. Go check out the…read moreTractor Pull, Band night, cheerleading...

If you want to play games or ride the rides don't waste your time. This year there are a couple…read morerides about half of what was there last year. Not many exhibits or anything either. Don't expect the rides and games to be on at 3 either.

Our family always enjoys visiting the Banana Split Festival every August. They have so many great…read moreactivities for kids. Today we went to the library and met a therapy horse, played in a bouncy house, had our face painted, played hop scotch, colored pictures, and did banana split and Daniel Tiger crafts. There is something for everyone. We also enjoyed watching all of the entertainment and singers. And of course we had to get a banana split! There are many food trucks and different vendors selling homemade items too. All and all it's a great time!

This review is of the fairgrounds, NOT the Christmas show vendors…read more The parking lot would benefit from gravel walkways. It was a muddy, sloppy mess. I'm glad I wore duck boots. The bathrooms were horrible. I am not referring to port-a-johns. I am referring to the brick and mortar female bathroom. In the ceiling is a hole with a bird's nest poking through. All the corners had extensive spider webs. Three stalls??? Perhaps they need to re-think that number. The ability to take a trolley ride was nice touch.

Do you have to be a redneck to enjoy the county fair? Not necessarily, but it helps. Seriously…read morethough, it's more helpful if you are a firm believer and supporter of 4-H clubs, agriculture and the farming community for starters. A trip to the county fair should not be overlooked and taken for granted. One can easily find themselves on activity overload in no time at all, so be sure to pace yourself. The fair is held for a full week if a one day visit is not enough. If you have never been to a county fair, here is a list of what one should expect: Lots of food vendors. Healthy eating is not an option but you should check each place for safe sanitary conditions and practices. You will see lots of animals. Mainly farm animals, though I did see 2 camels at the petting zoo exhibit. I enjoyed visiting the rabbit section and seeing the various horse breeds. Lots of exhibits. Mainly items that were submitted for judging. Photographs, homemade wine and beer, quilts, baked goods, floral arrangements, canned fruits and vegetables, quiltwork, crochet and needlework, and so much more. You will hear live music, watch a tractor pull, demolition derby or bottle rocket launch, attend a square dance social, observe milking parlor demonstrations, watch live bees at work, or just simply opt to find a nice spot to sit, and people-watch. You never know, you might just spot a few rednecks in the crowd!

I learned about this museum complex thanks to the library program that allows patrons to check out…read morepasses to a variety of local museums. I came to the museum not really knowing anything about it, so I didn't have any real expectations going in. Turns out it blew me away with how interesting it is! The museum is part of a complex of what was a fully functioning and busy town centered around the production of whisky, grist mill and farm. The house is also the birthplace of Henry Clay Frick. I know he is a complicated historical figure, but he is relevant and important to Pittsburgh area history, so it is interesting to learn about that portion of his history. When you visit the museum, you first check in to the museum portion of the experience (which is in the old distillery building). There are exhibits on the first floor and the second floor focuses on whiskey. Your tour guide will take you through the first floor of the homestead where you see recreated historical rooms. You also see the kitchen building on the tour. On the grounds is also a wonderful distillery that actively makes whiskey. You can sample their products along with other PA spirits and can also order a mixed drink. In addition to the museum portions, they also have a huge barn that is used for an events space. It is an interesting place to visit packed with history. A perfect place for anyone interested in learning more about local history.