GO Laurel Highlands

GO Laurel Highlands GO Laurel Highlands is the destination marketing organization dedicated to promoting Fayette, Somerset and Westmoreland counties in Pennsylvania.
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The Laurel Highlands represents three counties in southwestern Pennsylvania, Fayette, Somerset, and Westmoreland County, and is located within 200 miles of the major metropolitan areas of Pittsburgh, Baltimore, Cleveland and Washington, D.C. From rolling hills, the deepest river gorge, the highest peak in Pennsylvania and many other remarkable landmarks, the Laurel Highlands is the ideal place to

getaway, enjoy the great outdoors and find your adventure. Immerse yourself in the arts and culture of the region or step into the past at historical sites. Beautiful scenery provides a picturesque backdrop for attractions such as Frank Lloyd Wright's Fallingwater, Pennsylvania's largest resort, Seven Springs, five national parks, ten state parks, and the award-winning Nemacolin resort. Established in 1958, GO LH implements year-round seasonal marketing campaigns throughout the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic to enhance awareness of the Laurel Highlands as a travel destination, which increases overnight stays, generates jobs and contributes to the economic growth and quality of life for the region. GO Laurel Highlands and its partners influence thousands of decision makers and millions of visitors to choose the Laurel Highlands through direct sales, marketing, public relations, branding and visitor services.

Happy 4-year work anniversary to Kelli Brisbane, Director of Partnership Development ✨💫For four years, Kelli has been th...
05/31/2026

Happy 4-year work anniversary to Kelli Brisbane, Director of Partnership Development ✨💫

For four years, Kelli has been the ultimate connector—building strong partnerships, creating meaningful opportunities, and making sure our tourism community feels supported every step of the way.

Kelli's favorite part of her role? "Connecting partners to each other and to resources or opportunities that truly make a difference.”

That commitment shines through in everything she does—from championing partner success to finding new ways to elevate their presence and impact across the Laurel Highlands. We’re so grateful for her dedication, strategic mindset, and unwavering support of our partners.

Cheers to 4 incredible years—and many more connections to come 💛

START YOUR ENGINES🏎️⚡🏁From May through mid-September, Jennerstown Speedway Complex LLC  turns the Laurel Highlands into ...
05/30/2026

START YOUR ENGINES🏎️⚡🏁

From May through mid-September, Jennerstown Speedway Complex LLC turns the Laurel Highlands into a half-mile blur of stock car chaos at 6PM. Engines roar, fenders rub, and six divisions of drivers battle it out while you sit just close enough to feel it in your chest.

❗UPCOMING EVENTS❗
🏁May 30, 2026 | Regular Season Racing
🏁June 6, 2026 | UPMC Children's Hospital + Jerley Auto Body Night Free Admin
🏁June 13, 2026 | Allied Milk Producers Night
🏁June 20, 2026 | Armstrong Cable Night

$10 adult tickets, kids 12 & under FREE, free parking, and all the classic race-night eats that somehow taste better when there’s horsepower in the background 🍔🍦

Add some full throttle energy to your weekend plans😎👇
https://www.golaurelhighlands.com/listing/jennerstown-speedway-complex/1558/

Summer markets just hit different in the Laurel Highlands☀️ Fresh Greensburg Night Marketlocal never felt so good🍎🥕🌽🛍️St...
05/29/2026

Summer markets just hit different in the Laurel Highlands☀️ Fresh Greensburg Night Marketlocal never felt so good🍎🥕🌽🛍️

Stroll, shop, snack, repeat… all summer long in the Laurel Highlands with this lineup👇

🧺Greensburg Night Market | Select Thursdays, now through December
🧺SOCO Farmers Market | Opening Day - June 6, every Saturday
🧺Old Salem Market | Opening Day - June 7, every Sunday
🧺Uniontown Farmers Market | Opening Day - May 30, every Saturday
🧺Ligonier Country Market | Opening Day - May 23, every Saturday
🧺1822 Winery's Farm Market | June 14, one day only
🧺All Saint's Farmers Market | Open for the season, every Saturday
🧺Springs Farmers Market | Open for the season, every Saturday
🧺Ligonier Valley Farmers Market | Opening Day - June 13, select Saturdays
🧺Latrobe Farmers Market | Opening Day - June 2, every Tuesday
🧺Hannastown Farmers Market | Open for the season, every Saturday

Check out our Farmers Market list for more info👇
https://www.golaurelhighlands.com/events/seasonal-festivals/farmers-market/

05/28/2026

FREE admission, family memories, AND fresh air??? That’s a win-win-win 👏🏻

🌳 Powdermill Nature Reserve
📍 Rector, PA

Spend the day wandering through woodland trails, spotting wildlife, exploring hands-on exhibits, and discovering the magic of nature science ✨

Save this and go touch some grass this summer ☀️

DID YOU KNOW: Some of the Laurel Highlands' best views are underground✨At Laurel Caverns State Park, adventure goes belo...
05/27/2026

DID YOU KNOW: Some of the Laurel Highlands' best views are underground✨

At Laurel Caverns State Park, adventure goes below the surface— literally. From winding cave passages to cool underground temps and one-of-a-kind geology, this Laurel Highlands destination is anything but your average park day.

Have you visited PA’s first underground state park yet? 👀⛰️👇
https://www.golaurelhighlands.com/listing/laurel-caverns/281/

Tequila, but make it local ✨7th Ward Spirits is bringing a little desert spirit to Pennsylvania—finishing, blending, and...
05/26/2026

Tequila, but make it local ✨

7th Ward Spirits is bringing a little desert spirit to Pennsylvania—finishing, blending, and bottling small-batch agave creations right here in Westmoreland County.

Stop by their Westmoreland Mall tasting room for guided pours, craft cocktails, and a Laurel Highlands Pour Tour sticker❗

Your Laurel Highlands trip just got a whole lot smoother🍸Get to sipping 👇
https://www.golaurelhighlands.com/listing/7th-ward-spirits/10426/

This Memorial Day, we pause to remember the brave individuals who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.❤️Here in ...
05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to remember the brave individuals who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.❤️

Here in the Laurel Highlands, their stories are woven into our small towns, impactful memorials, historic landmarks, and the generations of families who continue to honor their legacy.

Today, we recognize their courage, reflect with gratitude, and remember that freedom is never free.

Friends of Flight 93 National Memorial
Flight 93 National Memorial
Patriot Park
Remember Me Rose Garden - A Living Tribute to the Heroes of 9/11 Flight 93

Safari vibes… but make it the Laurel Highlands 🐘🌿In Somerset County, the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium’s International Conse...
05/24/2026

Safari vibes… but make it the Laurel Highlands 🐘🌿

In Somerset County, the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium’s International Conservation Center is home to roaming elephants, bison, camels, reindeer, and nearly 1,000 acres dedicated to protecting endangered wildlife.

From immersive educational experiences to unforgettable overnight camps, this isn’t your average animal encounter — it’s a chance to see conservation in action while wildlife roams in wide-open natural habitats🐘

LEARN MORE: https://www.golaurelhighlands.com/listing/international-conservation-center/9500/

⚠️ Pre-booking required for all visits

Memorial Day weekend >> hard launching into summer in the Laurel Highlands☀️It's a Laurel Hill State Park kinda season.....
05/23/2026

Memorial Day weekend >> hard launching into summer in the Laurel Highlands☀️

It's a Laurel Hill State Park kinda season... 👇

🌊 Lake days at Laurel Hill Lake
🥾 Wooded hiking trails to explore
🦋 Wildlife watching around every corner
🌲 Thousands of acres of scenic state park & forest land
🏖️ A sandy beach perfect for cooling off
🌿 Hemlock Natural Area and Jones Mill Run Dam

Add this stop to your summer bucket list✨

💦 Water in the Laurel Highlands? Yeah, we’ve got options. Whether you’re here to float, paddle, or full-send your way do...
05/22/2026

💦 Water in the Laurel Highlands? Yeah, we’ve got options. Whether you’re here to float, paddle, or full-send your way downriver, there’s a water adventure with your name on it 🌊

Rely on the experts to get you started!
White Water Adventurers, Inc.
Laurel Highlands River Tours & Outdoor Center
Wilderness Voyageurs
Ohiopyle Trading Post and River Tours

🛶 Go chill mode (easy + scenic)
• Calm lakes + flatwater river stretches
• Canoeing & kayaking at places like Laurel Hill State Park, Casselman River, Northmoreland Park
• Bottom Yough = super mellow, super relaxing

🏄 Try something fun + flexible
• Stand-up paddleboarding on calm waters
• Short learning curve, big freedom vibes
• Rentals available in Ohiopyle + Laurel Hill State Park

🚣 Turn up the adventure
• Middle Yough (Class I–II rapids) = perfect for families + beginners
• Guided rafting trips with all the gear + know-how included
• Just enough splash to keep it interesting 😄

🔥 Go full adrenaline
• Lower Yough (Class III–IV rapids)
• One of the busiest whitewater runs east of the Mississippi
• Fast, wild, unforgettable

🚴‍♀️➕🛶 Double the fun
• Pedal-and-paddle trips in Ohiopyle
• Bike upstream → swap for a raft or kayak → float back

From glassy calm to whitewater chaos, the Laurel Highlands is basically a choose-your-own-water-adventure story 💙Find your summer splash! 👇
https://www.golaurelhighlands.com/outdoors/seasonal-recreation/water-sports/

Address

113 East Main Street
Ligonier, PA
15658

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

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