Allegheny National Forest Visitors Bureau

Exploring the World of Bats
2026-08-22 20:30 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Pfeiffer Nature Center
Discover the fascinating world of bats during an evening presentation led by bat biologist Jonathan Townsend, PhD.
Learn about the latest research on these remarkable nocturnal mammals, their important role in local ecosystems, and the challenges they face. The program will also feature a live demonstration of specialized bat survey equipment, giving participants a firsthand look at how researchers study bats in the wild.
Whether you’re a wildlife enthusiast or simply curious about these misunderstood animals, this program offers a unique opportunity to learn from an expert.
A $5 donation is appreciated.
Special Raffle
Bring an additional $5 in cash for a chance to win a bat house during the event raffle.

Kane Family Drive-In
2026-08-22 19:30 | Kane Family Drive-In
Great family movies for your almost end-of-summer visit to the Kane Family Drive-In.

Friday, August 21; Saturday, August 22; and Sunday, August 23

Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie (G)

The Magic Faraway Tree (PG). A modern family relocates to the countryside where the children discover a magical tree with eccentric residents. They’re transported to fantastical lands, where they rekindle their family bond through adventures. Based on a series of children’s books. Stars Andrew Garfield and Claire Foy.

Gate opens at 7:30

Adults and kids over 12. $7
Kids 6-12 and seniors over 60. $3
Under 6 is free

We accept cash and cards.

We play rain or shine.

Meditative Walks with Amy Decko
2026-08-20 11:00 - 13:00 | Pfeiffer Nature Center
Join Amy Decker for a relaxing meditative walk through the natural beauty of Pfeiffer Nature Center.
Through gentle mindfulness practices and quiet reflection, participants are invited to slow down, reduce stress, and develop a deeper connection with the natural world.
Whether you’re new to mindfulness or already have a meditation practice, these walks provide an opportunity to enjoy nature in a calm and welcoming environment.
All are welcome.

Kane, Summer Concert Series
2026-08-16 13:00 - 16:00 | O.G. Crawford Amphitheater, 92 N Fraley Street, Kane, PA, 16735
Spend Your Sunday with Live Music in Kane! August 16, from 1–4 pm at the O.G. Crawford Amphitheater for an afternoon with River City Brass — the FINAL concert of this year’s Kane Summer Concert Series!Get ready for an afternoon of bold brass, brilliant music & high-energy entertainment as members of the world-renowned River City Brass bring their incredible sound to Kane, PA!From patriotic classics to Frank Sinatra, The Beatles, Chicago, Louis Armstrong, jazz favorites, Jimmy Buffett, Beach Boys hits & more, it’s going to be an amazing afternoon of music! Free and open to everyone Rain location: Thomas L. Kane Memorial ChapelBring your friends & family, grab lunch in town, and enjoy a summer afternoon of live music in beautiful Kane

🎡120th Annual McKean County Fair🎡
2026-08-16 - 2026-08-22 | McKean County Fair Grounds
McKean County Fair will be held on August 16-22, 2026. This fair will feature 4-H/FFA shows and exhibits, livestock shows and sale, pet show, carnival, grand parade, dog obedience/obstacle course, bucktail mounted shooting demo, carnival, miniature horse pull, truck and side-by-side drag races, truck tug of war, talent contest, tough truck and jeep obstacle challenge, battle of the bands, birds of prey, karaoke contest, barn dance, queen coronation, gold panning, exhibits, delicious food, and more.

StrOlean is Back
2026-08-15 10:00 - 18:00 | Olean, NY, N. Union Street, Olean, NY, 14760
Get ready for the region’s biggest downtown bash — StrOlean is back and bigger than ever! On Saturday, August 16th, the 100 block of North Union Street will be closed to traffic and transformed into a vibrant pedestrian-only festival filled with food, music, vendors, and fun for the whole family!
What to ExpectOver 70 local & craft vendors lining the streets – open from 10am to 6pm!
– Delicious eats from downtown restaurants and GOACC Member food trucks– Live music!– The Beverage Tent for guests 21+ – open from 12pm to 5pm!– A HUGE children’s activities area! Details to come!

Kane Family Drive In August 13- 16th
2026-08-14 19:30 - 2026-08-17 23:30 | Kane Family Drive-In
Join Us This Friday, Saturday, Sunday!
August 14, 15, 16
Gates Open: 7:30 First Movie Starts: 8:40
“Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie”
Rated: PG
“Spider-Man: Brand New Day”
Rated: PG13
Visit our delicious snack bar!

Kane Manor Inn: Drinks on the Veranda
2026-08-14 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-07-31 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-24 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-10 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-03 16:00 - 20:00 | Kane Manor Inn
Summer Concert Series featuring music from local artists.
Enjoy Beer, Wine, Cocktails, and Charcuterie Boards for Sale
*Good Music *Good Friends *Good Times

Summer Nights in the Square
2026-08-11 17:00 - 20:00 | Veterans Square, 2-12 Main Street, Bradford, PA, 16701
Live Music with Darkwater Duo
Food Vendors!– Campers Kettle Corn & Lemonade– Foster Brook Creamery– LJ Treats– Penns Woods Coffee– Pizza Napoli
Kid’s Activities!– Fun That Pops – Balloon Art with Mr. George– Bounce House– Inflatable Axe Throwing– Kid’s Crafts

Don't Miss Ion Sky This Sunday!
2026-08-09 13:00 - 16:00 | O.G. Crawford Amphitheater, 92 N Fraley Street, Kane, PA, 16735
Don’t Miss Ion Sky This Sunday!

Looking for the perfect way to wrap up your weekend? Join us this Sunday from 1–4pm at the O.G. Crawford Amphitheater as award-winning Western New York band Ion Sky takes the stage!

Enjoy an afternoon of 100% live music featuring everything from classic rock favorites to today’s hits.

Whether you’re singing along or simply relaxing with friends, it’s the perfect way to spend a summer Sunday in Kane.

Sunday, August 9 | 1–4pm
O.G. Crawford Amphitheater
Free & open to the public

Bring your family & friends, we’ll see you there!

Festa Italiana
2026-08-08 11:00 - 23:30 | Festival Way, Bradford, PA, Festival Way, Bradford, PA, 16701
Get ready to celebrate La Dolce Vita at the 2026 Bradford Festa Italiana, happening from August 6–8 right here in Bradford, PA! Bring your family, your friends, and your appetite for an unforgettable three days filled with authentic Italian food, live music, and incredible community spirit.
Mangia! 🍝🍷

11:00 AM: Fashion Show with Small Town Girl Boutique

1:00 PM: Pizza Eating Competition Sponsored by Pizza Napoli

1:30 PM – 5:00 PM: Live Band “The Cavaliers”

5:00 PM – 9:00 PM: Marshmallow Overcoat – classic rock-inspired band with more than a decade of experience creating its own unique sound.

9:00 PM – 1:00 AM: Nerds Gone Wild – Western New York’s premier party band and award-winning 80’s show. Playing your favorite new wave and classic 80s and 90s hits!

10:15 PM: Fireworks!

Festa Italiana
2026-08-07 01:00 | Festival Way, Bradford, PA, Festival Way, Bradford, PA, 16701
Get ready to celebrate La Dolce Vita at the 2026 Bradford Festa Italiana, happening from August 6–8 right here in Bradford, PA! Bring your family, your friends, and your appetite for an unforgettable three days filled with authentic Italian food, live music, and incredible community spirit.
Mangia! 🍝🍷

1:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Live Acoustic Music with Jim Ronan – Stripped Down Classics Timeless Music and Fresh Sound

5:00 PM – 9:00 PM: Live Band Party McFly playing hits that make people want to party!

9:00 PM – 1:00 AM: Two For Flinching – 90’s Pop, Rock, and Dance Songs

Mt. Jewett Swedish Festival
2026-08-07 - 2026-08-09 | Mount Jewett, Main Street, Mt. Jewett, PA, 16740
Residents take pride in their Swedish heritage and celebrate the Swedish Festival every year with traditional music, dance, ethnic foods, and craft vendors.

Festa Italiana
2026-08-06 05:00 - 22:00 | Festival Way, Bradford, PA, Festival Way, Bradford, PA, 16701
Get ready to celebrate La Dolce Vita at the 2026 Bradford Festa Italiana, happening from August 6–8 right here in Bradford, PA! Bring your family, your friends, and your appetite for an unforgettable three days filled with authentic Italian food, live music, and incredible community spirit.
Mangia! 🍝🍷

5:30 PM: Opening Ceremony with emcee Stan Pecora

6:00 PM: The OCTaves – 17 Piece Big Band Playing Oldies up until now

8:00 PM: Live Bands with Vinny and the Mudflaps and Countryfeit – Classic Rock, Pop Funk, Metal, Country, Girl Pop, and more.

Mt. Jewett Family Fun Day
2026-07-26 14:00 - 17:00 | Mount Jewett Hilltop Heritage Coalition, 17 Gallup Ave, Mt. Jewett, PA, 16740
Fourth Annual Mount Jewett Family Fun Day at the Mount Jewett Community Park/Gallup Ave Baseball Field. Bring your family to the park! Let’s play on the HUGE INFLATABLE slide, let’s get creative with the Arts Committee, let’s eat hot dogs, let’s get sprayed by the MJVFD?!? Have fun in the sun amongst our community members! Bring your chairs, coolers, kids, and let’s have a great day! Hot Dogs provided by MJHHC. Bring a dish to share with all at the main entrance.
Questions? Call Kelly 636-524-9826! See you on July 26th!

🌞🍷Summer Wine Walk
2026-07-25 15:30 - 20:00 | Historic Downtown Bradford
Raise a glass in Historic Downtown Bradford during the 2026 Summer Wine Walk. Guests will enjoy tastings from regional wineries at participating downtown locations while shopping, dining, and exploring the heart of the city. Tickets are $25 and will be sold in limited quantities. Get yours today at Michelle’s Flair for Hair, 104 Main St., or https://tinyurl.com/Summerwinewalk.
This event is brought to you by the Downtown Bradford Business District Authority, CNB Bank, and McCourt Label Co.

🐓Rusty Rooster 3rd Annual Backyard Maker Market🌸
2026-07-25 10:00 - 16:00 | Rusty Rooster
This event is back with even bigger plans! Expanded property – more vendors, chicken BBQ, live music, and so much more!!
📆Mark your calendar, you will not want to miss this event!!
Vendor Application
https://1drv.ms/…/IQD6e7MQeZcGToOM3L…

Kids and Cancer Benefit Run
2026-07-25 | Zippo/Case Museum & Flagship Store, Chestnut Street, 1932 Zippo Dr, Bradford, Pennsylvania, 16701
Online registration is now open
Click here to register online for the 2026 Kids and Cancer Benefit Run on Saturday, July 25, 2026! The T-shirt is only $10 with online registration! Online registration closes July 11th, but you can still register at the event on the day of the run.

🏍️Kids & Cancer Bike Show
2026-07-24 | Ace Hardware, 200 W Washington Street, Bradford, PA, 16701
Stop by for the Annual Kids and Cancer Bike Show on July 24th, 2026. You can bring your bike and join the show, or just walk around and appreciate some beautiful machines.
There will be 🎶music, 😋food, and 🍺drink
Pre-register for the 2026 Kids and Cancer Benefit Run, and Harley of Hope Tickets will be for sale.
The Bike Show will be held in the Parking Lot of ACE Hardware in Bradford, PA.

⛵SAIL ON THE BEACH BOYS TRIBUTE
2026-07-21 19:00 - 21:30 | Bromeley Family Theater
Sail On is the most booked Beach Boys Tribute in the world!
Sail On plays all of the Beach Boys’ classic hits, plus some treasures from the band’s brilliant extended catalog, recreating the soundtrack to an Endless Summer completely live and in rich detail.

🥳Made in Bradford Celebration
2026-07-18 10:00 - 16:00 | Zippo/Case Museum & Flagship Store, Chestnut Street, 1932 Zippo Dr, Bradford, Pennsylvania, 16701
The Zippo/Case Museum, 1932 Zippo Drive, Bradford, PA, is hosting our 4th annual “Made in Bradford Celebration” on July 18, 2026!
The celebration will take over the entire museum grounds and will feature a Collectors’ Swap tent, where Zippo and Case Collectors can showcase, swap, and sell from their extensive collections, as well as a Maker’s tent, featuring local artisans and craftspeople!

Interested swappers and local makers can pick up an application at the Zippo/Case Museum & Flagship Store or download online at zippocasemuseum.com!

This family-friendly event will include local food vendors, activities, and entertainment for all ages, debut exclusive event collectibles, and is free to attend!

Squatchfest Music Festival
2026-07-11 14:00 - 23:00 | Kane Family Drive-In
ICYM | SQUATCHFEST Music Festival is bringing the iconic tunes to the Kane Family Drive-In, July 11!
Bands – Fireworks – American Flag coming by skydiver
Hotel California has been the gold standard of tribute performances, masterfully recreating the legendary sound of The Eagles.
Captain Fantastic – The Music of Elton John brings the sequins, the soul, and the spectacle of the Rocketman. It’s a high-energy, dazzling tribute that brings the legendary career of Sir Elton John to life with stunning authenticity.
Direct from the heart of the “New York State of Mind,” 52nd St delivers the definitive Billy Joel experience. This isn’t just a tribute; it’s a high-energy celebration of the hits, the history, and the blue-collar brilliance of the Bronx’s favorite son.
Donny Burns and The 3rd Degree are the premier State College, PA cover band covering decades of popular multi-generational music. Pennsylvania-based County Lines have taken the region by storm with their high-energy country, southern rock, and country rock music.
Tickets $30 – www.Squatchfest.org

5th Annual 'Golf Fore Kids' Ladies Golf Tournament
2026-07-11 | Pennhills Club
Mark your calendars!!

CASA of McKean County’s 5th Annual Golf Fore Kids’ Ladies Golf Tournament will be here before you know it!

Have fun. Give back. Change lives. Our FUNdraiser is more than an event – it’s a chance to come together, celebrate, and create hope! Let’s make an impact, one happy moment at a time!

Join us!
July 11th 2026
Pennhills Club, Bradford, PA
Theme: Favorite Kids’ Cereal

Please call: (814)-568-2170 or email casa@mckeancountypa.gov if you have any questions

🪵Bark Peelers Festival
2026-07-04 09:00 - 2026-07-05 17:00 | Pennsylvania Lumber Museum
PA Lumber Museums’ BIGGEST event of the year, the festival treats thousands of visitors to lively special activities, contests, and demonstrations that celebrate “woodhick” skills. Unique food and craft vendors provide guests with ample shopping and culinary opportunities. There is live music throughout the weekend, crafts and games at the kids’ corner, operating demonstrations of our steam-powered circular sawmill and birch still, blacksmithing, chainsaw carving, and lumber camp cooking. See the Eastern Loggers Model Railroad display in operation. There is no ATM on site, so plan your visit accordingly.
$12.00/ Adult, $5.00/ Youth (ages 4 to 11)
$20.00 adult 2-day pass, $8.00 youth 2-day pass

🎣PA Fish for Free Day
2026-07-04 | Pennsylvania
🎣Fish-for-Free Days allow anyone (resident or non-resident) ​to legally fish on Pennsylvania waterways on the designated days with NO FISHING LICENSE REQUIRED (Trout/Salmon and Lake Erie permits are also NOT required). All other fishing regulations still apply.​

🎶🎙️Summer Music Festival
2026-07-02 15:00 - 2026-07-05 23:45 | Holiday Valley Resort
Music. Mountains. Fireworks. Freedom.Sounds like the soundtrack of our summer!Join us for an epic weekend of live music, mountain vibes, and one BIG party at the Ellicottville Summer Music Festival as we celebrate America’s 250th birthday!Friday, July 3Mr. BrightsideHair NationSaturday, July 4Nerds Gone WildThe Fab FourSunday, July 5Andy ColonicoMax Muscato Fireworks to close out the weekend!Grab your friends, wear your patriotic best, and come ready to dance. Tickets are available now!
