Experience Butler County Pennsylvania

09/05/2026

Don't miss out on Freedom Farms and Grist House 's Oktoberfest on September 12th!

Filled with polka music, great beer, and authentic German food at Grist House Beer Crib. Listen to great music, eat good food, and support a Butler County business.

We hope to see you there!

09/04/2026

Looking to experience the beautiful fall foliage🍁 of Butler County, PA? Moraine State Park’s Preston Pearl is open for tours!

Hosted by Moraine Preservation Fund, these tours take you on a pontoon journey around Lake Arthur. Learn about the scenery, local ecosystems, history, and more.

Public cruises are available until the end of October.
🎟 $19/adult, $10/12 and under

To book tickets for a cruise, visit the MPF website.

09/03/2026

The end of camping season is coming soon, so get your last-minute camping trips in now! Whether you're planning an end-of-summer trip or a weekend getaway, we’ve got you covered.

Read our blog post: Explore the Best Camping Sites Near Pittsburgh and discover your next home away from home.

⛺Bear Run Campground
📍Buttercup Woodlands Campground
🏕 Indian Brave Campground
⛺ Jellystone Park Harrisville
📍Lake Arthur Family Campground
🏕 Rose Point Park Cabins & Camping

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Read more: www.experiencebutler.com/blog/camping-in-butler-county/

09/03/2026

Oh My!

The desserts have arrived! This beauty is a 6 layer dark chocolate stout cake (made with our very own Clock Out Breakfast Stout🍻) topped with luxardo cherries, cherry syrup and a honey tuile cookie. 🤤 Shout Out to Megan Mainstreet Bake Shop for this amazing creation!

09/02/2026

The ‘ber’ months are officially here!

Which one is your favorite? Comment with an emoji you 'ber' emoji below.

🍁September
🎃October
🛍November
❄️December
Check out our online event calendar for the latest on all the awesome seasonal events coming up.

09/01/2026

✨ POV: You’re spending an evening celebrating Moraine State Park. 🌿

Good music. Great food. Campfires. Fancy s’mores. Raffles. Dancing. And an incredible evening surrounded by the people who love Moraine as much as you do. 💚

Join us for An Evening for Moraine: Love Where We Wander on Saturday, October 3 at Moraine State Park!

🎶 Live music
🔥 Campfires & fancy s’mores
🍽️ Food & drinks
🎟️ Raffle baskets
💃 Dancing
🌲 And a whole lot of love for Moraine

Most importantly, your ticket helps support the Moraine Preservation Fund and our efforts to make Moraine State Park more accessible for everyone.

This is more than just a night out—it’s a chance to love where we wander and give back to the place we love.

🎟️ Tickets are available now! Don’t miss your chance to be part of this special evening.

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/an-evening-for-moraine-love-where-we-wander

📅 Saturday, October 3
⏰ 6 PM–10 PM
📍 Moraine State Park
🔞 21+ event

Come celebrate. Come dance. Come make some memories. Come love where we wander. 💚🌿

09/01/2026

📍Spend the Day with me in Slippery Rock, PA!

Are you visiting Slippery Rock with your SRU student? There’s so much to explore beyond campus! From a local coffee shop and cozy places to stay to outdoor adventures and fun activities, there’s something here for everyone.

📖Read our newest blog: Beyond Campus- A Guide for Visiting Slippery Rock Families to help you make the most of your next visit!

🔗Visit our website to read the full guide and discover more local favorites in the area.

08/31/2026

THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED. The winner will be contacted via email.
🧝‍♂️🧚‍♀️TICKET GIVEAWAY!🧚‍♂️🧝‍♀️

🧙‍♂️ Saturday, September 12, 3-7 p.m. The Hobbit Festival is returning for another unforgettable celebration of fantasy, fellowship, and fun at The Bloom Cafe at Quality Gardens.

Experience Butler County is giving away ✨2✨ tickets to this unique event. There will be live folk music, kids' activities, local vendors, craft workshops, and themed food and drinks. Hobbit attire is encouraged!

🌟Enter the giveaway now: https://www.experiencebutler.com/hobbit-fest-giveaway
🗓Saturday, 9/12, 3 -7 p.m.
📍409 PA-228, Valencia, PA 16059

⚠ This giveaway will be hosted on our official website ONLY. We will NOT reach out on social media. A winner will be selected on Wednesday, September 2, and contacted via email.

08/31/2026

☀️The best adventures start with a great breakfast!

From locally roasted coffee to sweet crepes, Butler County is home to incredible breakfast spots that make starting your day the best part of your journey. 🥐 🍳

Featured breakfast favorites include:
☕ Cummings' Candy and Coffee House
🛋 Vintage Coffeehouse
🍵 NOSH & CURD
🥞 Wunderbar Coffee & Crepes
🐓 Rooster's Coffee Bar
👽 Rosie’s On Mars

08/28/2026

🦋 Do you and your family love spending time outdoors? Head to Jennings Environmental Education Center when you’re in town!

Just down the road from SRU’s campus, Jennings is home to miles of hiking trails and Pennsylvania’s only protected prairie. It’s a beautiful spot to slow down, explore, and enjoy the natural side of Slippery Rock.

📍Add Jennings to your next family adventure!