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Thu 16th Jun 9:00 am 5:00 pm | Case Celebration & Collector Reunion, Bradford 814-362--1932 Zippo / Case Museum & Flagship Store, 1932 Zippo Dr, Bradford, PA 16701 |   |
Thu 16th Jun 6:00 pm 8:00 pm | Free Concert with Bobby Spaeth Gospel, Port Allegany Free Outdoor weekly concert for all ages. bring a lawn chair or blanket. Food concession. No rain dates. For more information call 814-642-5171 South Main Street, Main St, Port Allegany, PA 16743, | |
Thu 23rd Jun to Sat 25th Jun | 24TH Jeep Jamboree USA, Bradford Be part of the excitement of off-road driving in the beautiful Allegheny National Forest. For more information call: 530-333-2550 www.jeepjamboreeusa.com University of Pittsburgh, Bradford, 300 Campus Dr, Bradford, PA 16701, USA | |
Thu 23rd Jun 6:00 pm 8:00 pm | Free Concert with After Today band with Jim Owens, Port Allegany Free outdoor weekly concert for all ages. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Food concession. No rain dates. For more information call 814-642-5171 Town Square, Main St, Port Allegany, PA 16743 | |
Sat 25th Jun 9:00 am 10:00 pm | Summer Fest, Smethport Large Vendor fair, Food trucks, Beverage Bar, Cornhole Tournament, Kid's Area, Raffles, Live Music, and more... Ending with a large fireworks display. For more information call 814) 887-2611 smethportfd.org/ Smethport Fire Department, 109 S Nelson St, Smethport, PA 16749 | |
Sat 25th Jun 10:00 am to Sun 26th Jun 5:00 pm | Art in the Wilds, Kane Featuring the finest artists and artisans from the region and beyond. Free admission, food vendors, Artist Demos. Art in the wilds is a family-friendly event, however, since pets are not permitted in the park they will be happier left at home. For more information visit www.artinthewilds.org/ Evergreen Park, Kane, PA 16735 | |
Sat 25th Jun 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | Wonderful Wood Ducks, Benezette Have youever seen a duck in the woods? Stop in to find out why you may see a duck inthe woods! We’ll Learn to identify wood ducks, what their habitat looks like,why they are here, and how you are able to help the wood duck population. Learningsome of these tips and tricks can come in handy when venturing into Elk Countrynear wooded bodies of water. ' For more information call 814-787-5173 Or visit Elk Country Visitor Center, 950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette, PA 15821 | |
Sun 26th Jun 12:00 pm 1:00 pm | Archery Basics, Benezette Have youever shot a bow and arrow? Whether you are a seasoned pro that wants a littleextra practice, or a beginner that wants to learn how to shoot a bow, stop down to the archery range. Weather permitting. For more information call 814-787-5173 Or visit Elk Country Visitor Center, 950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette, PA 15821 | |
Sat 2nd Jul 12:00 pm 1:00 pm | History of the Bridge, Mt. Jewett This is a short program featuring the history of that fine old structure " The Kinzua Bridge"! Meet out on the Sky Walk. For more information call 814-778-5467 Or visit www.dcnr.pa.gov/StateP......aspx Kinzua Bridge State Park, 296 Viaduct Rd, Mt Jewett, PA 16740 | |
Sun 3rd Jul 12:00 pm 1:00 pm | Veteran's Tribute, Mt. Jewett Stop by for a brief talk about the fourth to honor our Country's Birthday and the veterans that made sacrifices for her! Meet near the flag. veterans are welcome. For more information please call 814-778-5467 Or visit www.dcnr.pa.gov/StateP......aspx Kinzua Bridge State Park, 296 Viaduct Rd, Mt Jewett, PA 16740 | |
Sun 3rd Jul 1:00 pm 2:00 pm | Archery, Mt. Jewett Practice your archery skills in a safe and fun environment! The necessary safety precautions will be covered for shooting a bow, as well as the technical skills involved in hitting a target. Target and Bowes provided. For more information call 814-778-5467 Or visit www.dcnr.pa.gov/StateP......aspx Kinzua Bridge State Park, 296 Viaduct Rd, Mt Jewett, PA 16740 | |
Mon 4th Jul 12:00 pm 1:00 pm | Happy Birthday USA! veteran's Tribute, Mt. Jewett Stop in for a brief talk about the Fourth to honor our country's birthday and the veterans that made sacrifices for her! Meet near the flag. Veterans are welcome! For more information call 814-778-5467 Or visit www.dcnr.pa.gov/StateP......aspx Kinzua Bridge State Park, 296 Viaduct Rd, Mt Jewett, PA 16740 | |
Sat 9th Jul 12:00 pm 1:00 pm | Tree identification Walk, Mt. Jewett Sop in and walk on the general Kane Trail to identify some of the tree species that call the park home. The Kane trail is an easy 1-mile loop trail. Meet in the overflow parking lot. Dress for the weather! For more information call 814-778-5467 Or visit www.dcnr.pa.gov/StateP......aspx Kinzua Bridge State Park, 296 Viaduct Rd, Mt Jewett, PA 16740 | |
Tue 12th Jul 8:00 am 2:00 pm | Project Learning Tree Educator Workshop, Mt. Jewett This is an Educator Workshop with 6 hours of Act 48 credit given. The curriculum is gaged for Kindergarten through 8th grade. Participants will receive the PLT Curriculum Guide as part of the workshop. The cost for the workshop is $10. You must register for this event by calling 814-778-5467 or visit www.dcnr.pa.gov/StateP......aspx Kinzua Bridge State Park, 296 Viaduct Rd, Mt Jewett, PA 16740 | |
Sat 16th Jul 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | Fireflies, Benezette Summertime in Benezette is a little extra bright at night thanks to these friendly insect lumineers. Stop in and enjoy a presentation on Pennsylvania's state insect and learn what makes them so unique. Maybe you will even catch a few while camping in elk country. For more information call 814-787-5173 Or visit elkcountryvisitorcenter.....ours/ Elk Country Visitor Center, 950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette, PA 15821 | |
Sat 16th Jul 3:00 pm 10:30 pm | Squatchfest, Kane, PA More info: 814-598-9179 or visit squatchfest.org Family Drive In Theatre, 6627 US-6, Kane, PA 16735, USA | |
Sat 23rd Jul | 25th Annual Motorcycle Benefit Run, Bradford Blessing of the Bikes @ Noon then Parade of bikes through Bradford, PA. Proceeds benefit individuals and kids and cancer programs supporting medical facilities. For more information visit secureservercdn.net/198.71.233.185/14c.fcb.myftpupload.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Kids-Cancer-Flyer-2021.pdf Zippo / Case Museum & Flagship Store, 1932 Zippo Dr, Bradford, PA 16701 | |
Sat 23rd Jul 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | Moose, Elk, Caribou, Whitetail, Benezette "Moose, Elk, Caribou, and Whitetail oh my!" The deer family has quite a few members! Join the Elk Country staff as you learn about the elk and their many cousins that live in North America. You are sure to learn something new along the way! For more information call 814-787-5173 or visit elkcountryvisitorcenter.....ours/ Elk Country Visitor Center, 950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette, PA 15821 | |
Sat 23rd Jul 4:00 pm 8:00 pm | Summer Wine Walk, Bradford The Summer Wine Walk pairsPennsylvania wineries with the unique historic Downtown Bradford business for anight of fun! Downtown Bradford, PA 16701 | |
Sat 23rd Jul 7:00 pm 9:00 pm | Kinzua 5K, Mt. Jewett For more information visit runsignup.com/Race/PA/.....athon Kinzua Bridge State Park, 296 Viaduct Rd, Mt Jewett, PA 16740 | |
Sun 24th Jul 8:00 am 12:00 pm | Kinzua Half Marathon, Mt. Jewett Registration Includes Performance Shirt, Drawstring Bag, Finisher Medal, Custom Race Bib, Free Professional Race Photography & Post Race Refreshments. $100 per person. For more information visit runsignup.com/Race/PA/.....athon Kinzua Bridge State Park, 296 Viaduct Rd, Mt Jewett, PA 16740 | |
Sun 24th Jul 1:00 pm 2:00 pm | Archery, Mt. Jewett Practice your archery skills in a safe and fun environment! The necessary safety precautions will be covered for shooting a bow, as well as the technical skills involved in hitting a target. Target and Bowes provided. For more information call 814-778-5467 Or visit www.dcnr.pa.gov/StateP......aspx Kinzua Bridge State Park, 296 Viaduct Rd, Mt Jewett, PA 16740 | |
Sun 24th Jul 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | PA's Invasive, Benezette If you look at the trees in Pennsylvania Wilds, you will notice they aren't as full. This is because of the Spongy Moth, previously called the Gypsy Moth, which is an evasive species in Pennsylvania. Stop in and join the staff at the Elk Country Visitors Center to learn about the Spongy moth as well as the many other invasive species that wreak havoc on Pennsylvania ecosystems and how to prevent the spread. For more information call 814-787-5173 or visit elkcountryvisitorcenter.....ours/ Elk Country Visitor Center, 950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette, PA 15821 | |
Sun 24th Jul 3:00 pm 3:30 pm | The keeper of Sea Grit Lighthouse, Bradford Full-time professionalliving historian, Kenneth Serfass, returns to the library with a new persona,Abraham Wolf, the first keeper of Sea Girt Lighthouse. Hear KeeperWolfe describe his duties and experiences and how he came through the Civil Warand into the Lighthouse Service. Wolfe will lead an interesting discussion of alittle-known part of our coastal navigation system before computers andsatellites. Sea Girt Lighthouse is thelast live-in lighthouse built on the Atlantic Coast. Join us for this freeprogram on Sunday, July 24 at 3 pm. For more information call 814-362-6527 Or visit Bradford Area Public Library, 67 W Washington St, Bradford, PA 16701 | |
Sat 30th Jul | Renegade Monster Truck Tour, Smethport The Renegade MonsterTruck Tour features over 2 hours of pure adrenaline-fueledexcitement for all ages! High-level and affordable family entertainment.Tickets are on sale now. McKean County Fairgrounds, 7172 PA-46, Smethport, PA 16749, USA | |
Sat 30th Jul 10:00 am 3:00 pm | Derrick Day Festival, Bradford, PA Celebrate the rich oil and gas heritage of the region at this Derrick Day. Stop at the museum and enjoy a day of craft vendors, food, demonstrations, antique oilfield equipment displays, candle making, a chainsaw carver, barbershop quartet, and talks of oilfield history. Admission is free. For more information call: 814-362-1955 or visit: www.pennbradoilmuseum.org Penn-Brad Oil Museum, 901 South Ave, Bradford, PA 16701, USA | |
Sat 30th Jul 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | Elk Walk and Talk, Benezette Join a staff member as they walk the trails around the Elk Country Visitor Center-Learn many interesting facts about the property and wildlife that often inhabit the fields. you will be covering topics such as what elk eat, where they spend their time, and how each season brings something different. For more information call 814-787-5173 Or visit elkcountryvisitorcenter.....ours/ Elk Country Visitor Center, 950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette, PA 15821 | |
Sun 31st Jul | Gravel Grinder Bike Races to be Held on ANF The US Department of Agriculture, Forest Service announcedthat Epic Races plans to hold two bike races in Allegheny National Forest. The first race, TheCook Forest Gravel Grinder, is scheduled for July 31st and will begin in Cook Forest State Parkand proceed onto national forest roads in the Marienville Ranger District. For information on how to register visit www.trans-sylvaniaprod.....;nbsp; Allegheny National Forest, Marienville, PA 16239 | |
Sun 31st Jul 12:00 pm 1:00 pm | Geocaching with a Bigfoot Twist, Mt. Jewett Visit the park to learn about the exciting hobby of geocaching! GPS units are provided on a first-come, first-served basis. You may call ahead to reserve a unit at 814-778-5467. The caches will have information about Bigfoot in them! Meet in front of the visitor center. Dress for the weather! www.dcnr.pa.gov/StateP......aspx Kinzua Bridge State Park, 296 Viaduct Rd, Mt Jewett, PA 16740 | |
Sun 31st Jul 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | Antler Scoring, Benezette "Woah! that is a 400+ bull for sure" Being in Elk Country you will probably hear that a lot, and you may be a bit confused about what that means. Now is the time to learn! Antler scoring is a fun and useful tool to have when exploring Elk Country, get a free lesson today. For more information call 814-787-5173 Or visit elkcountryvisitorcenter.....ours/ Elk Country Visitor Center, 950 Winslow Hill Rd, Benezette, PA 15821 | |
Tue 2nd Aug | National Night Out, Bradford Come together to form strong police-community partnerships. Free food, games, activities & more. The City of Bradford Police department will have officers available from 5 to 8 p.m. on Chamber Street to interact with community members as part of the event. For more information visit bradfordpa.org Chambers Street, Bradford, PA 16701 | |
Fri 5th Aug 3:30 pm 8:00 pm | Kane Wine Walk, Kane 2nd Annual Kane Wine Walk this year on Friday, August 5th! A few changes this year to enhance the experience! Registration is from 3:30 - 6:30 and lasts until 8 pm. For more information call 814-837-6565 www.facebook.com/event.....sfeed Historic Downtown, Kane, PA 16735 | |
Sun 7th Aug 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | Elk Talk, Benezette Elk Talk?You’re telling me elk talk?.... They do! Elk actually communicate in severaldifferent ways. Join our KECA staff as we learn about the many differentsignals and calls that elk make or use when “talking” with one another. In notime, you’ll be able to understand exactly what an elk is saying just bywatching them in the field. For more information call 814-787-5173 Or visit Elk Country Visitor Center, 134 Homestead Dr, Benezette, PA 15821 | |
Sun 7th Aug 3:00 pm 5:00 pm | Paint N Sip, Kane Paint & Sip with Clarissa Burford, $40 per person includes Wine, tasting Painting, and Light Fare Food. Tickets must be purchased and paid in advance. For more info call 814-837-8298 Or visit www.twistedwinery.com/ The Lodge at Twisted Vine Winery, 117 N Fraley St, Kane, PA 16735 | |
Thu 11th Aug to Sat 13th Aug | Festa Italiana, Bradford Celebrate the city of Bradford's Italian heritage with authentic and homemade Italian food, children's games, and rides. Enjoy cold beverages at the beer tent while listening to live music. There will be a meatball eating contest and fireworks on Saturday. The Festival will start on Thursday at 4 p.m., and Friday and Saturday at 11 a.m. More info: www.facebook.com/The-Of.....2803/ Festival Way, Bradford, PA 16701 | |
Fri 12th Aug to Sun 14th Aug | 50th Mt. Jewett Swedish Festival, Mt.Jewett For information Visit: www.facebook.com/Mount-.....35867 West Main Street, Mt. Jewett, PA 16740 | |
Sat 13th Aug | Gravel Grinder Bike Races to be Held on ANF The second event, TheAllegheny Forest Gravel Grinder, is scheduled for August 13th and will take place in the BradfordRanger District beginning at Kinzua Beach. Each event will include up to 150 riders. For information on how to register please visit www.trans-sylvaniaproductions.com/pgs Allegheny National Forest - Bradford Ranger Station, 29 Forest Service Dr, Bradford, PA 16701 | |
Sat 13th Aug 12:00 pm 1:00 pm | Make and Take tree Cookie Craft, Benezette Visiting elkcountry is always an exciting adventure, and you may even want to grab a souvenirto capture all the memories you made. Sometimes it can be hard to figure outwhich one to get. Well, the Elk Country Visitor Center may have just the thingand it’s free! Join us in decorating a tree cookie of your very own in your ownunique way. It’s sure to be the perfect way to remember the time you spent herein elk country! For more information call 814-787-5173 Or visit Elk Country Visitor Center, 134 Homestead Dr, Benezette, PA 15821 | |
Sun 14th Aug to Sat 20th Aug | 116th McKean County Fair, East Smethport More info: 814-887-5361 www.mckeancountyfair.net McKean County Fair Grounds, 7172 Rt. 46, East Smethport, PA 16749 | |
Sun 14th Aug 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | Elk Basics, Benezette New tolearning about elk? Join us for the basic breakdown as we learn about elkhistory, elk ecology, and elk behavior. Are you a seasoned “Elkspert?” We betyou’ll learn something new too! For more information call 814-787-5173 Or visit Elk Country Visitor Center, 134 Homestead Dr, Benezette, PA 15821 | |
Thu 25th Aug to Sun 28th Aug | Crook Farm Old Time Music Festival, Bradford For more information call (814) 362-3906 or Visit www.bradfordlandmark.org/ Crook Farm, 476 Seaward Ave, Bradford, PA 16701 | |
Sat 27th Aug 1:00 pm 3:00 pm | PA Mushroom Foraging, Benezette Members ofthe Central PA Mushroom Club will be onsite to provide information onmushrooming in our part of the state. We will forage on the grounds of the ElkCountry Visitor Center and then identify the mushrooms found. This will be agreat educational event! For more information call 814-787-5173 Or visit Elk Country Visitor Center, 134 Homestead Dr, Benezette, PA 15821 | |
Sun 28th Aug 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | Welcome to the Rut, Benezette The matingseason for the elk is upon us, join us at the Elk Country Visitor Center as we learnall about the unique behaviors that elk display during this time of the year! For more information call: 814-787-5173 Or visit Elk Country Visitor Center, 134 Homestead Dr, Benezette, PA 15821 | |
Sat 3rd Sep 11:00 am 9:30 pm | Flickerwood Fall Fest, Kane Make your best Mac & Cheese and enter it in the Mac & Cheese competition. Learn how to throw axes with their throwing instructor. Compete against friends! Enjoy Cj's BBQ, wine competition, Cornhole competition, and Live music by Marshmellow overcoat. For more information Call: 814-837-7566 Or Visit www.flickerwood.com/ Flickerwood Wine Cellars and Cocktail Lounge, 309 Flickerwood Rd, Kane, PA 16735 | |
Sat 3rd Sep 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | Elk Smart, Benezette Or visit elkcountryvisitorcenter.....ours/ Elk Country Visitor Center (Keystone Elk Country Alliance), 134 Homestead Dr, Benezette, PA 15821 | |
Sun 4th Sep 12:00 pm 1:00 pm | Intro to Geocaching, Mt. Jewett Held on the General Kane Trail at Kinzua Bridge State Park. There are a limited number of units available; call the park office at (814) 778-5467 if you need a unit. Kinzua Bridge State Park, 296 Viaduct Rd, Mt Jewett, PA 16740 | |
Sun 4th Sep 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | Snakes of Pennsylvania, Benezette Join KECA’s own snake expert Russell Wheeler as he shares his vast knowledge of Pennsylvania’s snake species. He will have live snakes on hand including an eastern black rat snake and a timber rattlesnake. For more information call 814-878-5173 or visit elkcountryvisitorcenter.....ours/ Elk Country Visitor Center (Keystone Elk Country Alliance), 134 Homestead Dr, Benezette, PA 15821 | |
Mon 5th Sep 12:00 pm 1:00 pm | Introduction to Archery, Mt. Jewett Targets and bows will be provided. For more information call (814) 778-5467 Kinzua Bridge State Park, 296 Viaduct Rd, Mt Jewett, PA 16740 | |
Sat 10th Sep 11:00 am 9:00 pm | BCPAC’s Fall Music & Arts Festival, Bradford Enjoy a widevariety of live music throughout the day, shop from local artisans, food &more. Plus bid onyour favorite artwork from this year's Heart of the Arts. For more information visit Festival Way, Bradford, PA 16701 | |
Sat 10th Sep 2:00 pm 3:00 pm | PA Trapping Techniques, Benezette For more information please call 814-787-5173 Or visit elkcountryvisitorcenter.....ours/ Elk Country Visitor Center (Keystone Elk Country Alliance), 134 Homestead Dr, Benezette, PA 15821 | |
