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UID:6436-1702141200-1702155600@gaptrail.org
SUMMARY:Winter Festival and Market
DESCRIPTION:Make your December bright at the Cumberland Winter Festival and Market on December 2 and December 9\, each evening from 5:00 to 9:00 pm\, at Canal Place in Cumberland. Features include live music\, food and drink tents\, arts and retail vendors\, a kids’ area with games and art projects\, fire pits to toast marshmallows\, a holiday selfie station and more!  All kinds of restaurants and B&B’s await you in Cumberland\, as does a sunny afternoon ride on the Great Allegheny Passage.  Check out the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad’s Polar Express ride up to Frostburg\, too! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare:
URL:https://gaptrail.org/event/winter-festival-and-market/
LOCATION:Cumberland\, 13 Canal Street\, Cumberland\, Maryland\, 21502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231105T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231105T170000
DTSTAMP:20240108T214359
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UID:6440-1699185600-1699203600@gaptrail.org
SUMMARY:Bonfires\, Barrels & Brews
DESCRIPTION:Sample a variety of delicious craft beers\, wines\, ciders\, and spirits from Laurel Highlands Pour Tour makers while enjoying the cozy warmth of a bonfire\, just a few miles off the Great Allegheny Passage. With live music\, food trucks\, vendors\, and great company\, this event promises to be a Pour Tour event to remember. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to taste the best of local beverages and enjoy the atmosphere of the Laurel Highlands countryside. Grab your friends and get ready to raise a glass to good times! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare:
URL:https://gaptrail.org/event/bonfires-barrels-brews/
LOCATION:Mt. Pleasant\, 681 Mulberry Hill Road\, Mount Pleasant\, Pennsylvania\, 15666\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231027T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231027T220000
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UID:6290-1698429600-1698444000@gaptrail.org
SUMMARY:Homestead Live Fridays
DESCRIPTION:Make your way to Homestead on October 27 for the next installment of Homestead Live Fridays!  Located in multiple venues throughout Homestead’s Eighth Avenue business district—and at street-side pop-ups along the way\, Homestead Live Fridays features local performers\, art exhibitions\, and activities each evening from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. Grab a drink or bite to eat and check out some of the region’s best local live music! All just off the Great Allegheny Passage.  Find out more from Rivers of Steel\, which curates this monthly series. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare:
URL:https://gaptrail.org/event/homestead-live-fridays-2/
LOCATION:Homestead\, 623 East Eighth Avenue\, Homestead\, Pennsylvania\, 15120\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T170000
DTSTAMP:20240108T214359
CREATED:20230922T202849Z
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UID:6371-1697886000-1697907600@gaptrail.org
SUMMARY:Fall Arts Walk
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the beautiful autumn weather at Frostburg’s 13th Annual Fall Arts Walk!  Artists and creators of all mediums will show off their talents and local small businesses are ready to celebrate the arts with discounts and specials.  Check out the switchback from the Great Allegheny Passage\, marked with bicycle-themed sculpture\, and walk the National Road through the historic business district!    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare:
URL:https://gaptrail.org/event/fall-arts-walk/
LOCATION:Frostburg\, Frostburg\, Maryland\, 21532\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T140000
DTSTAMP:20240108T214359
CREATED:20231011T165640Z
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UID:6412-1697281200-1697292000@gaptrail.org
SUMMARY:Bike 'n Brew
DESCRIPTION:Please join friends for Bike ‘n Brew on Saturday\, October 14\, for an afternoon filled with fun\, bikes\, and delicious brews in McKeesport. Ride the McKeesport Loop from McKeesport to Versailles\, then cross the bright blue Boston Bridge to the Great Allegheny Passage\, and head back to McKeesport.  Two tour stops — the McKeesport Community Garden and the trail access area in Boston — will have drinks and snacks available.  Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors\, get active\, and indulge in some tasty brews. All registrants must be 21+. Each registrant will receive one beer and one hot dog at each site. Kids will receive a free drink and hot dog! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare:
URL:https://gaptrail.org/event/bike-n-brew/
LOCATION:McKeesport\, 13th and Walnut Street\, McKeesport\, Pennsylvania\, 15232\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231013T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T230000
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CREATED:20231009T180629Z
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UID:6404-1697218200-1697324400@gaptrail.org
SUMMARY:Allegheny Sport + Outdoor Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Check out this two-day film festival celebrating sport\, bicycling\, running\, outdoor culture and adventure documentary films\, at the Harris Theater in Downtown Pittsburgh\, just minutes off the Great Allegheny Passage.  Curated by Chas Wagner\, and a featured project of Allegheny Sport and Outdoor\, an new attempt to bring disparate\, alienated\, fragmented selves together through a quarterly publication\, an annual festival\, a regional membership club and other in-person celebrations\, gatherings and competitions. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare:
URL:https://gaptrail.org/event/allegheny-sport-and-outdoor-film-festival/
LOCATION:Pittsburgh\, 809 Liberty Avenue\, Pittsburgh\, Pennsylvania\, 15222\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231007T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231007T170000
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UID:6051-1696665600-1696698000@gaptrail.org
SUMMARY:Festival of Combustion
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the industrial arts and American crafts at the Carrie Blast Furnaces across from the Great Allegheny Passage in Braddock\, Pennsylania. The Festival of Combustion\, a signature event of Rivers of Steel\, features live music throughout the day and evening from local and regional artists along with tethered hot air balloon rides with views over the beautiful Monongahela River (weather permitting)!  Evening festivities include flame performances\, an evening iron pour\, a host of arts activities\, and a one-of-a-kind fireworks display over the Carrie Blast Furnaces National Historic Landmark beginning at dusk. \n\n\n\nWorkshops and demonstrations at the Festival of Combustion offer a chance for folks to get a closer look at the action and even make something of their own to take home that day.  Whether your interest is artistic or industrial\, each of the following activities reflect the type of creative hard work that built America and enables visitors to enjoy an authentic\, site-based experience.  All workshops are appropriate for both kids and adults alike \n\n\n\nTake a mini tour of the Carrie Blast Furnaces between workshops. Visit the marketplace to score some unique local products created by the region’s most exciting makers. With food trucks\, craft beer\, and live music all day and night there’s plenty to explore! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare:
URL:https://gaptrail.org/event/festival-of-combustion/
LOCATION:Carrie Blast Furnaces National Historic Landmark\, 801 Carrie Furnace Boulevard\, Pittsburgh\, Pennsylvania\, 15218\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231006T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231008T170000
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UID:5321-1696600800-1696784400@gaptrail.org
SUMMARY:Pumpkinfest
DESCRIPTION:Plan an overnight in beautiful Confluence for Pumpkinfest\, a famous fall tradition centered in its lovely town square.  Featuring arts and crafts vendors\, food trucks\, the Pumpkinfest Queen Pageant\, a 5K run/walk\, an antique and classic auto show\, a parade and a largest pumpkin contest\, this quintessential autumn celebration is the most beloved along the Great Allegheny Passage. Other events include a garden tractor pull\, photo contest\, tough man fire truck pull\, tractor square dancing exhibition\, live music and more.  Pumpkinfest is a great reason to head out on the GAP this fall. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare:
URL:https://gaptrail.org/event/pumpkinfest/
LOCATION:Confluence\, 600 Logan Place\, Confluence\, Pennsylvania\, 15424\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230923T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230923T140000
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CREATED:20230809T190131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T190134Z
UID:6316-1695454200-1695477600@gaptrail.org
SUMMARY:Tour the Montour
DESCRIPTION:Ride the country’s most celebrated suburban rail-trail at Tour the Montour\, a non-competitive out-and-back bike ride along the Montour Trail on Saturday\, September 23.  Registration includes rest stops with snacks\, on-trail rider support\, a hot lunch close to the finish\, and basket chance items. Volunteers also offer a set of super raffle prizes. Choose a standard length ride\, from a short family fun ride to a metric century\, or custom-design your distance. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare:
URL:https://gaptrail.org/event/tour-the-montour/
LOCATION:Coraopolis\, 2419 State Avenue\, Coraopolis\, Pennsylvania\, 15108
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T150000
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CREATED:20230727T210834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230913T202458Z
UID:6295-1694849400-1694876400@gaptrail.org
SUMMARY:Yough-N-Roll Bike Ride and Party
DESCRIPTION:Join friends for the Yough-N-Roll Bike Ride and Party this September 16\, and choose among a four-\, 20- or 40-mile out-and-back ride on the Great Allegheny Passage from the Boston trailhead.  Rest stops will be staffed and will have water\, drinks\, fruit\, and snacks.  Hot dogs and snacks will be served at the conclusion of the ride from 11:00 am  to 1:00 PM back in Boston\, with a party atmosphere — food vendors\, music\, gift baskets\, local artists\, book signings\, and much more — until 3:00 pm.  Proceeds support the Mon/Yough Trail Council\, which deploys volunteers along the GAP. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare:
URL:https://gaptrail.org/event/yough-roll-bike-ride-and-party/
LOCATION:Boston\, 1906 Donner Street\, McKeesport\, Pennsylvania\, 15135\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230914T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T170000
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CREATED:20220705T153700Z
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UID:5325-1694678400-1694883600@gaptrail.org
SUMMARY:Appalachian Festival
DESCRIPTION:Plan to attend the amazing Appalachian Festival\, a colorful celebration of makers and artisans\, traditional mountain music\, regional history\, and the autumn riches of Frostburg\, high along the Great Allegheny Passage.  This three-day event features bluegrass\, old-time string bands\, Appalachian recipes and foods\, traditional dances\, a film festival\, and lecture series.  Explore the grounds of Frostburg State University and walk a section of the historic National Road in downtown Frostburg.  This is a beautiful\, family-friendly weekend well worth an overnight stay.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare:
URL:https://gaptrail.org/event/appalachian-festival/
LOCATION:Frostburg State University\, 101 Braddock Road\, Frostburg\, MD\, 21532\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230909T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230909T170000
DTSTAMP:20240108T214359
CREATED:20230613T192250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230613T192337Z
UID:6201-1694246400-1694278800@gaptrail.org
SUMMARY:3M Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Think you have what it takes to cycle faster than a speeding train? Cyclists are invited to challenge the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad’s train as it climbs Mt. Savage in this face-off between man\, machine\, and mountain. \n\n\n\nA timed challenge between cyclists and the train locomotive organized by Mountain Maryland Trails\, the 3M Challenge will follow a 15.3 mile stretch of the Great Allegheny Passage alongside the WMSR railroad tracks\, from Cumberland to Frostburg. Teams of up to six riders per team or individuals can enter the challenge\, and funds raised will support maintenance and development projects on the Maryland portion of the Great Allegheny Passage as well as new trail development opportunities.  \n\n\n\nRiders will depart from the Western Maryland Railway Station every 10 minutes\, starting at 8:00 am. The train will depart from the station at 11:30 am and will be timed. Teams are challenged to have a better climb time than the train. Teams and individuals who beat the train’s time will receive a prize\, and all participants will receive a souvenir gift. For more information and to register your team for the challenge\, visit www.bikereg.com/3m. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare:
URL:https://gaptrail.org/event/3m-challenge/
LOCATION:Canal Place\, 13 Canal St\, Cumberland\, Maryland\, 21502
CATEGORIES:Competition
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230907T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230910T170000
DTSTAMP:20240108T214359
CREATED:20230816T144654Z
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UID:6329-1694073600-1694365200@gaptrail.org
SUMMARY:Heritage Days Festival
DESCRIPTION:Spend an overnight in Cumberland and enjoy part of the trail town’s famous Heritage Days Festival — and the official start of fall!  Four charming days of live music\, arts and crafts vendors\, yummy festival food\, children’s activities\, historic interpretation\, and walking tours await you.  Explore the Allegany Museum\, wander Canal Place\, shop for local treasures\, and plan a delicious dinner out\, right within walking distance of the Great Allegheny Passage.  Several B&B’s and hotels provide super accommodations\, and the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad offers bucket-list trips up to nearby Frostburg.  Come celebrate fall! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare:
URL:https://gaptrail.org/event/heritage-days-festival/
LOCATION:Cumberland\, 13 Canal Street\, Cumberland\, Maryland\, 21502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230906T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230910T170000
DTSTAMP:20240108T214359
CREATED:20210810T125807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T164439Z
UID:3579-1693994400-1694365200@gaptrail.org
SUMMARY:Farmers and Threshermans Jubilee
DESCRIPTION:This fall festival celebrates vintage farm equipment\, from antique tractors to steam-powered threshers and straw-balers to corn shellers\, all on display in their mechanical glory.  Noisy demonstrations abound!  Add to the fun a pie-baking competition\, grand parade\, arts and crafts booths\, a quilt show and sale\, hay bale toss\, horsehoe pitching contest\, and arm-wrestling tournament\, and you’re in for great entertainment.  A lineup of live bands\, local barbeque\, and kids’ activities make this a popular event just a few miles of road-riding from the Great Allegheny Passage in Rockwood.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare:
URL:https://gaptrail.org/event/farmers-and-threshermans-jubilee/
LOCATION:New Centerville\, 3054 Kingwood Road\, Rockwood\, Pennsylvania\, 15557\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230904T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230904T170000
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UID:6076-1693816200-1693846800@gaptrail.org
SUMMARY:Labor Day Poker Run
DESCRIPTION:Walk or ride the Great Allegheny Passage to checkpoints near West Newton to pick up playing cards in a competitive\, fun morning outdoors. At the end of the event\, each poker hand is tallied and the person with the best hand in each category receives a prize. Raffle prizes will be available after 10:00 am\, and at 11:00 am\, the winners of the best hands will be announced along with the winner of a brand-new bicycle.  Proceeds from this fundraiser will be used by volunteers with the Westmoreland Yough Trail Council to maintain\, preserve and enhance the Great Allegheny Passage in Westmoreland County. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare:
URL:https://gaptrail.org/event/labor-day-poker-run-2/
LOCATION:West Newton\, 111 Collinsburg Road\, West Newton\, Pennsylvania\, 15089\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230902T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230902T173000
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CREATED:20230502T165523Z
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UID:6031-1693639800-1693675800@gaptrail.org
SUMMARY:Bike4Haiti
DESCRIPTION:Join Haiti H2O for one of several fully-supported rides on the Great Allegheny Passage over Labor Day Weekend!  From a family-friendly 12-mile loop or a one-day ride from Downtown Pittsburgh to Connellsville\, or an all-weekend 150-mile trek\, you’ll have fun!  And the money you raise will invest in Haitian-led initiatives in remote villages\, like building schools\, homes\, sanitation infrastructure\, and hosting medical clinics. Return transportation is part of the package!  A portion of proceeds supports the Great Allegheny Passage Conservancy.  Early bird registration discounts apply through May 31. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare:
URL:https://gaptrail.org/event/bike4haiti/
LOCATION:Pro Bike & Run\, 2400 Smallman Street\, Pittsburgh\, Pennsylvania\, 15222\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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ORGANIZER;CN="Haiti H2O":MAILTO:info@haitih2o.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230813T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230813T170000
DTSTAMP:20240108T214359
CREATED:20230613T190557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230613T190622Z
UID:6192-1691917200-1691946000@gaptrail.org
SUMMARY:Cystic Fibrosis Foundation CF Cycle for Life
DESCRIPTION:Ride for a good cause on August 13 by participating in the 2023 CF Cycle for Life event!  Routes of 14\, 40\, or 65 miles will take you through Downtown Pittsburgh and onto the Great Allegheny Passage\, with the most adventurous folks headed to Connellsville!  This ride will be fully supported with bike techs\, rest stops\, and a fantastic Finish Line Festival with food and beverages to refuel from your ride.  Every CF Cycle for Life participant is driven by a dream that all people with cystic fibrosis should have the chance to live a long\, healthy life. By joining the fun at CF Cycle for Life\, you can help make a difference for people living with Cystic Fibrosis. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare:
URL:https://gaptrail.org/event/cystic-fibrosis-foundation-cf-cycle-for-life/
LOCATION:Washington’s Landing\, 100 Waterfront Drive\, Pittsburgh\, 15212
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230812T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230812T170000
DTSTAMP:20240108T214359
CREATED:20230704T211055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230704T211057Z
UID:6237-1691841600-1691859600@gaptrail.org
SUMMARY:Whitsett Community Day
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the lovely community of Whitsett\, a patch town populated by descendants of coal miners and home to a lovely afternoon community appreciation day.  The grill will be hot\, and the lemonade on ice\, and friendly neighbors will greet you and tell about this quiet spot along the Great Allegheny Passage.  There’s a baseball field and meadow with abundant goldenrod\, and the Youghiogheny River meanders nearby.  Consider arriving with a donation to support local trail volunteers!  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare:
URL:https://gaptrail.org/event/whitsett-community-day/
LOCATION:Whitsett\, Township Road 515\, Perryopolis\, Pennsylvania\, 15473
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230806T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230806T180000
DTSTAMP:20240108T214359
CREATED:20230704T204203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230704T204206Z
UID:6229-1691316000-1691344800@gaptrail.org
SUMMARY:August Fun Fest
DESCRIPTION:Bike on out to Cedar Creek Park for a family-friendly day of activities\, between West Newton and Smithton\, at mile marker 110 on the Great Allegheny Passage!  Live music at the amphitheater at 11:00 am and 1:00 pm\, food and drink\, educational workshops featuring exotic animals\, inflatables for the kids\, a rock-climbing wall\, a flea market\, arts and crafts\, and a custom and vintage car cruise punctuate the day.  While you’re there\, walk the Cedar Creek Gorge path\, fish the Youghiogheny River\, or throw a frisbee.  Overnight bicyclists can take advantage of the hiker-biker campsite\, too!   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare:
URL:https://gaptrail.org/event/august-fun-fest/
LOCATION:Cedar Creek Park\, 453 Evergreen Drive\, Belle Vernon\, Pennsylvania\, 15012\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230805T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230805T210000
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UID:6307-1691233200-1691269200@gaptrail.org
SUMMARY:Confluence 150 Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Ride on out to lovely Confluence for this charming trail town’s sesquicentennial event on August 5!  Starting with an opening color guard ceremony at 11:00 am\, and continuing with an art show\, a succession of live music each hour\, a cornhole tournament\, and vintage car show\, this packed day will ring in Confluence’s 150th with style.  At 8:00 pm\, find the best vantage point for a lantern parade featuring a larger-than-life George Washington likeness\, followed by evening fireworks.  Great restaurants and ice cream await!  Explore the Joshua C. Whetzel\, Jr. Recreation Area\, or Youghiogheny River Lake and Dam.  And make an overnight of it among one of the many guesthouses and bed-and-breakfasts in town.     \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare:
URL:https://gaptrail.org/event/confluence-150-celebration/
LOCATION:Confluence\, 711 Logan Place\, Confluence\, PA\, 15424
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230723T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230723T170000
DTSTAMP:20240108T214359
CREATED:20220614T203404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230704T205608Z
UID:5282-1690099200-1690131600@gaptrail.org
SUMMARY:Mt. Davis Challenge
DESCRIPTION:The Mt. Davis Challenge Road Race is a 40/56 mile bicycle race that traverses the highest point in Pennsylvania. The course is “lollipop style\,” starting in Confluence\, and utilizes the hilly back roads of the Mt. Davis area and climbs to an elevation of 3\,213 feet. Once over the top\, bicyclists descend on the eastern side and climb back up on Savage Road before returning to Confluence. Prolonged climbs\, fast descents and some rough road surfaces make this a true challenge.  Several classifications of riders will draw a competitive crowd for this event.  Not your style?  Come cheer on the participants and go for a leisurely roll on the Great Allegheny Passage. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare:
URL:https://gaptrail.org/event/2022-mt-davis-challenge-road-race/
LOCATION:Confluence Community Center\, 711 Logan Place\, Confluence\, Pennsylvania\, 15424\, United States
CATEGORIES:Competition
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230701T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230701T150000
DTSTAMP:20240108T214359
CREATED:20220426T203257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230613T181240Z
UID:5130-1688205600-1688223600@gaptrail.org
SUMMARY:Frostburg Elks Annual Derby Day
DESCRIPTION:Ride out to Frostburg to watch crews and drivers race soapbox-style cars down a section of the National Road in Frostburg’s historic business district.  This annual event gains great interest from local residents\, and the clatter of these iconic racers is legendary to behold.  Pick your favorite car by paint color or driver\, and come cheer all the participants.  Make it a day trip from Meyersdale or Cumberland\, or stay overnight in one of the town’s bicycle-friendly lodging properties. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare:
URL:https://gaptrail.org/event/frostburg-elks-annual-derby-day/
LOCATION:Frostburg\, Frostburg\, Maryland\, 21532\, United States
CATEGORIES:Competition
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230701T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230701T170000
DTSTAMP:20240108T214359
CREATED:20230502T170639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230508T162114Z
UID:6038-1688198400-1688230800@gaptrail.org
SUMMARY:60 Miles for Veterans Bike Ride
DESCRIPTION:Saddle up and ride 60 miles with the Veterans Leadership Program between Connellsville and Downtown Pittsburgh this July 1! Volunteers will staff five refueling stops along this section of the Great Allegheny Passage\, and your participation will fund efforts to end homelessness among veterans.  You’ll also be supporting the Great Allegheny Passage Conservancy.  Put some training miles in this spring\, and register today! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare:
URL:https://gaptrail.org/event/60-miles-for-veterans-bike-ride/
LOCATION:Yough River Park\, 259 Sixth Avenue\, Connellsville\, Pennsylvania\, 15425\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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ORGANIZER;CN="Veterans Leadership Program":MAILTO:info@vlpwpa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230624T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230625T170000
DTSTAMP:20240108T214359
CREATED:20220623T211559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T163909Z
UID:5293-1687604400-1687712400@gaptrail.org
SUMMARY:Reenactment of Braddock's Crossing
DESCRIPTION:Visit Connellsville for a series of reenactments commemorating General Edward Braddock’s famous crossing of the Youghiogheny River en route to Fort Pitt in 1755.   The event will begin at 11:00 am with an opening ceremony. This is an annual public event great for gaining a knowledge of life in the region when it was the frontier of the United States.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare:
URL:https://gaptrail.org/event/reenactment-of-braddocks-crossing/
LOCATION:Yough River Park\, 259 Sixth Avenue\, Connellsville\, Pennsylvania\, 15425\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230617T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230617T183000
DTSTAMP:20240108T214359
CREATED:20230509T152416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230509T152418Z
UID:6087-1687015800-1687026600@gaptrail.org
SUMMARY:Ohiopyle Beer & Gear Festival
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a great summer day with friends on the Great Allegheny Passage\, see the latest new outdoor gear from your favorite vendors\, and sample the best brews in Southwestern Pennsylvania. What could be better? Oh yeah – add awesome live music and kick up your feet dancing on Garrett Street right in the middle of Ohiopyle.  It’s the annual Beer & Gear Festival!  Enjoy Ohiopyle State Park all day\, then relax and celebrate along the Youghiogheny River at Ohiopyle’s biggest and best summer party! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare:
URL:https://gaptrail.org/event/ohiopyle-beer-gear-festival/
LOCATION:Ohiopyle\, 15 Sherman Street\, Ohiopyle\, Pennsylvania\, 15470\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230610T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230610T150000
DTSTAMP:20240108T214359
CREATED:20230403T135920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230403T140435Z
UID:5821-1686394800-1686409200@gaptrail.org
SUMMARY:2023 Great Day on the GAP!
DESCRIPTION:Bike or hike your way to Cedar Creek Park for the 2023 Great Day on the GAP\, where you’ll make merry celebrating the Great Allegheny Passage\, rain or shine! \n\n\n\nOn Saturday\, June 10 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm\, enjoy tasty food served up by Earth\, Wheel\, and Fire and Revival Chili\, plus sip the very best beers from Bloom Brew and Trailhead Brewing Company. Live music\, an event t-shirt\, raffled auction baskets\, and famous Nancy B.’s cookies add to the fun. Take a test ride on a custom tandem bike with the Joyriders. The first 40 VIP ticketholders receive a complimentary guided tour of The Ruins Project in nearby Whitsett that morning or afternoon. \n\n\n\nThe Great Allegheny Passage Conservancy seeks to steward and sustain the GAP for future generations. “Great Day on the GAP!” is our inaugural fundraising event designed to further this exciting mission and vision. Gather with GAP fans and trade stories from your favorite treks.  Register here: https://gaptrail.org/2023-great-day-on-the-gap/ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare:
URL:https://gaptrail.org/event/2023-great-day-on-the-gap/
LOCATION:Cedar Creek Park\, 453 Evergreen Drive\, Belle Vernon\, Pennsylvania\, 15012\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230604T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230604T160000
DTSTAMP:20240108T214359
CREATED:20230509T141631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230509T141635Z
UID:6079-1685876400-1685894400@gaptrail.org
SUMMARY:Trail Appreciation Day
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the West Newton Visitor Center for the Westmoreland Yough Trail Council’s trail appreciation day along the Great Allegheny Passage.  Enjoy hot dogs\, cookies\, chips and refreshments!  A “Sale on the Trail” flea market is part of the day’s festive atmosphere. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare:
URL:https://gaptrail.org/event/trail-appreciation-day/
LOCATION:West Newton\, 111 Collinsburg Road\, West Newton\, Pennsylvania\, 15089\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230602T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230604T170000
DTSTAMP:20240108T214359
CREATED:20230509T150641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230509T150643Z
UID:6081-1685721600-1685898000@gaptrail.org
SUMMARY:Yough River Rally
DESCRIPTION:Ride out to Connellsville for this three-day festival along the Youghiogheny River!  A kids’ fishing derby\, an annual duck drop race\, a spectacular “anything that floats” competition\, dozens of vendors\, and live music featuring The Clarks are all part of this trail town event.  Local food and microbreweries will be on hand\, too\, right in beautiful Yough River Park.  Explore the Connellsville business district and ride the local bike loops before enjoying the shade along the river itself. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare:
URL:https://gaptrail.org/event/yough-river-rally/
LOCATION:Yough River Park\, 259 Sixth Avenue\, Connellsville\, Pennsylvania\, 15425\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230527T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230527T170000
DTSTAMP:20240108T214359
CREATED:20230523T163149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230523T163151Z
UID:6143-1685174400-1685206800@gaptrail.org
SUMMARY:Trail Appreciation Day
DESCRIPTION:Join members of the Steel Valley Trail Council for an open house and free lunch at its new maintenance building at mile marker 136.5 along the Great Allegheny Passage.  Learn about volunteer opportunities\, meet other fans of the GAP\, and gawk at the coasters high above at Kennywood Park.  Take a ride into Homestead to peek at the newly-paved 1.3 mile section of the GAP there.  It’ll be a great day to explore!  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare:
URL:https://gaptrail.org/event/trail-appreciation-day-2/
LOCATION:Duquesne\, 40.386657\, -79.858581
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230525T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230528T170000
DTSTAMP:20240108T214359
CREATED:20210902T153856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T182233Z
UID:3693-1685008800-1685293200@gaptrail.org
SUMMARY:DelFest
DESCRIPTION:DelFest is a family-friendly music festival celebrating the rich legacy of McCoury Music\, a forum for world-class musical collaborations\, and a showcase for fresh new talent with a down-home feeling. Held over four days at the Allegany County Fairgrounds in Cumberland\, Delfest features traditional stage sets by world-class artists\, one-of-a-kind musical collaborations\, special guest sit-ins\, various tributes to Del McCoury and his musical legacy\, intimate appearances at unique “playshops” — informal workshops where the emphasis will be on performance rather than instruction — and in late night indoor performances and picking sessions. Delfest will be immediately preceded by a 3-day Music Academy hosted by The Travelin’ McCourys and other all star players.  Finish your ride on the Great Allegheny Passage and celebrate with tickets to this Appalachian heritage event. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare:
URL:https://gaptrail.org/event/delfest/
LOCATION:Allegany County Fairgrounds\, 11400 Moss Avenue\, Cumberland\, Maryland\, 21502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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