Experience Butler County Pennsylvania

06/19/2026

Shortline rides today at Mars Area History and Landmarks Society and during Experience Butler County History Week 2026!

We're back with another gorgeous Friday of Shortline Railroad rides and self-guided tours today, June 19th from 10am - 2pm!

See you at the Station!

06/19/2026

Preston Park is a wonderful place to play! ☀️

06/19/2026

I spent a lovely afternoon exploring Preston Park in Butler County Experience Butler County Pennsylvania [partner]

Preston Park is an English-style garden created by conservationists Frank and Jane Preston, who spent decades transforming the property into a peaceful retreat designed to inspire a love of nature. The estate was donated to Butler Township in 2010 and opened to the public in 2011.

Grab a brochure in the parking area to help you explore over 4 miles of trails that include:

🎣 Ponds for fishing
🌲 Arboretum
🏠 Jane’s Cabin
🥾 Unique bridges
🌱 Meadow
🪻 Gardens
🧺 Picnic areas
✨ And more!
🐶 Dog-friendly trails

This is a wonderful place to spend a day in nature. The Prestons created a unique and beautiful retreat that continues to welcome visitors looking for a peaceful place to walk, explore, and enjoy the outdoors.

Have you visited Preston Park?

06/18/2026

06/18/2026

It's National Go Fishing Day! Cast a line for Father's Day weekend and catch some memories at our favorite fishing holes, just north of Pittsburgh.

🔗 https://www.experiencebutler.com/blog/fishing-in-butler-county-pa/

06/16/2026

There’s a new brewer in town! Hop Car Brewing is bringing craft beer back to Butler’s Main Street 🍻

If you have plans tonight, support this brand new small business and make a pit stop for dinner and drinks Tuesday through Saturday! The ribbon cutting and grand opening will be Friday, June 19 at 3:30PM!

Stop in tonight for a bite and a brew at 4PM!

Have you been to Hop Car Brewing yet? Drop us your favorite drink in the comments below!

📍 Butler Downtown

06/15/2026

☀️ Summer is officially here, and Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania has locked in its 2026 lineup for Movies on the Lawn and Concerts in the Park!

Grab your lawn chairs, blankets, and your favorite event crew because the whole series is free to the public!

🎬 Movies on the Lawn at the Armstrong Great Lawn begin at 9PM!

❄️ July 22: Frozen
🌺 August 5: Lilo & Stitch
🦊 August 12: Zootopia

🎸 Concerts in the Park at the Rotary Amphitheater at Community Park begin at 7PM (except where noted)!

🎸 June 18: Scott, Rob, and Greg of The Clarks
🤠 June 25: Ruff Creek
🎻 July 2: Butler County Symphony Orchestra (7:30PM Start) & fireworks to celebrate !
🎤 July 23: Neon Bridges
🥁 August 13: The Extraction

Which nights will you be attending? Tag a live music lover in the comments below!

06/14/2026

🎡 Mark your calendars!

The Big Butler Fair is returning to bring you family-fun July 3 through July 11! This week is going to be a historic celebration for 🎡🎠🎆🎟️🎢

Gate admission is $10/person after 4PM and children under the age of six get in for free! Tickets are available online, or cash only at the gate.

Don’t miss the Fourth of July festivities, featuring The Rodfathers of Butler's Inaugural Cruise at 12PM, Military Honors at 6PM and firework display at dusk!

Other events throughout the week include the school bus demo derby, bull ride mania and the free giant sundae! 🔗 bigbutlerfair.com/schedule

📷 Barbara Keller & Layla Joseph

06/13/2026

Are you ready for a historic celebration? The week leading up to the Fourth of July is Butler County’s History Week 🎆📜☀️🇺🇸

Events and landmarks across the county will be waiting to transport you back in time for ! See historical reenactors, museum tours, crafts and activities for kids, and more!

Participating landmarks include ⤵️

Butler County Historical Society
Evans City Area Historical Society
Foltz School at Jennings Environmental Education Center
Historic Harmony, Inc - Harmony Museum
Weavers' Cabin of Harmony
Burgh Bits and Bites Food Tours in Harmony *ticketed event
Mars Area History and Landmarks Society
Saxonburg Museum
Zelienople Historical Society

This is just the beginning: our towns are rolling out festivities all week long for and the Fourth of July! 🔗 https://www.experiencebutler.com/history-week/