Coal is King in Greene County
For 69 years, Greene County, Pennsylvania has been home to a very special week-long celebration recognizing the rich coal mining history and heritage of the area and Southwestern Pennsylvania region.
Come One, Come All to the Greene County Fair!
As we look forward to the thrills, the entertainment, the delicious fair food and the many contests and exhibitions, what makes the Greene County Fair truly stand out is the passion and determination of the adolescents who work all year long with their respective animals for the 4-H shows and sales.
Historical and Cherished Jacktown Fair
One of Greene County, Pennsylvania’s historical and cherished annual events is returning very soon, and it’s “Fair” to say that it is a weeklong traditional celebration that visitors across the nation would greatly enjoy. The traditional Jacktown Fair – which is held in the picturesque area of Wind Ridge in the western end of the county – is steeped in a rich, deep and very proud agricultural heritage that dates all the way back to 1866.
A Rainy Celebration
The smells of funnel cakes and other festival foods join with the sound of music drifting across the air while hundreds of people gather to shop, enjoy live entertainment, and cheer on their favorite contestants – all while holding their umbrellas in the hope of rain. It’s Rain Day!
Fireworks above Greene County
Spend an evening this summer watching a spectacular fireworks show light up the sky above Greene County at various celebrations, festivals and events.
Summer Music
Relax and fill your summer with music, food and community in Greene County, Pennsylvania. Local and regional musicians are scheduled at various venues across the county this summer.
Solar Eclipse 2024
On April 8th, Pennsylvania is set to see the Sun, Moon and Earth align for a solar eclipse. And several locations across Greene County are celebrating with Solar Eclipse parties.
Valentine’s Day Guide to Events and Activities
Love is in the air and Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. Now is the time to be planning how to shower your significant other with love. Go all out or keep it simple. Greene County has plenty of local options to choose from whether you are looking for a fun activity to do together, enjoy a delicious treat, or to pick up the perfect present.
Alpaca Antics
For two fun-filled days, Lippencott Alpacas will open up its beautiful and spacious farm located on Meadowbrook Road in Waynesburg to the public for a free open house where visitors will be able to discover everything about alpacas.
Car Cruises & Drags
The vivid red polished to perfection, the chrome glistening in the sun, the smell of car grease and good food mixing together, topped off by the sound of your favorite oldies music. That is the feeling weekends in September in Greene County will bring you! From drag racing to viewing many makes and models of cars, trucks, and motorcycles, we have it all.