Johnstown Insider – Weekend August 28-31, 2025

Hello Johnstown! Labor Day Weekend is here, and so is the perfect mix of summer fun and fall flavor. From festivals and floats on the river to live music and local eats, it’s a long weekend filled with good vibes and plenty to explore.

⚡ Reckless Ram: Grayson Mahla ⚡
On a night where Richland rolled past Central Cambria 21–6, Grayson Mahla set the tone with a relentless defensive performance. With 17 tackles, a tackle for loss, and an interception, he gave a true “reckless” effort that powered the Rams’ victory.

Cambria City Ethnic Festival – Johnstown, PA – Cultural food, stage performances, and vendors across historic Cambria City.

Forest Hills Labor Day Festival – Berwind Wayside Park (St. Michael) – Music, food, fireworks, and family fun all weekend.

Log House Arts Festival – Community Arts Center, Johnstown – Juried art, crafts, live music in a scenic setting (Aug 30–31).

Tubapalooza – Coal Tubin’, Johnstown – Float with live music stages; benefits a local cause.

Roxbury Bandshell Summer Concert Series – Johnstown – Free summer concert Sunday evening—bring a chair or blanket.

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5:00 PM – Pat O’ Lantern Pumpkin Beer Release – Whitehorse Brewing (Berlin, PA) – Seasonal pumpkin-beer release ushers in early fall vibes.

5:00 PM – Margarita Night – Whitehorse Brewing (Berlin, PA) – Sip special margaritas in a lively taproom.

7:15 PM – Barre at Bottle Works – Join us for an outdoor barre class surrounded by beautiful flowers and the amazing Johnstown skyline. All levels welcome — bring your mat and water!

All Day – Cambria City Ethnic Festival – Johnstown, PA – Three days of cultural food, music, and vendors.

8:30 AM – VJMC 2025 National Rally – Windber Recreational Park, Windber, PA – Vintage Japanese Motorcycle Club rally with historic rides and community.

9:00 AM – Johnstown Farmers Market – Central Park, Johnstown, PA – Local farmers and artisans gather under the sun.

7:00 PM – Crawdad Joe – Asiago’s Tuscan Italian, Johnstown, PA – Live music Friday night in the bar area.

9:00 PM – Texas Tex’s Honky Tonk Review – Southmont Gardens, Johnstown, PA – Classic country steel guitar and honky tonk vibes.

10:00 PM – Day Ja Vu – Windber Hotel, Windber, PA – High-energy live show from local band Day Ja Vu ($5 cover).

All Day – Cambria City Ethnic Festival – Johnstown, PA – Three days of cultural food, music, and vendors.

8:00 AM – La Vigneta Winery at Ligonier Country Market – Ligonier, PA – Wine tasting & bottle sales from La Vigneta Winery during the market.

8:30 AM – VJMC 2025 National Rally (Day 2) – Windber Recreational Park, Windber, PA

9:00 AM – Ebensburg Farmers Market – Penn Eben Park, Ebensburg, PA – Fresh produce and homemade goods from local sellers.

9:00 AM – Saturday On Farm Market – McCormick Family Farm, Portage, PA – Shop meats, breads, eggs, and local goods fresh from the farm.

10:00 AM – Log House Arts Festival (Day 1) – Community Arts Center, Johnstown, PA – Handcrafted art, live music, and family activities.

10:00 AM – Ride and Shine: Bicycle Safety Day – Staple Bend Tunnel Trailhead, Mineral Point, PA – Family-friendly cycling event with safety tips, giveaways, and guided ride.

11:00 AM – Forest Hills Labor Day Festival – Berwind Wayside Park, St. Michael, PA – Community festival with food, music, and fireworks.

1:00 PM – Bullies On Ice 3.0 – 1st Summit Arena, Johnstown, PA – A dog show with vendors and Best in Show fun.

6:00 PM – Turner & Black Live Music – Whitehorse Brewing (Berlin, PA) – Acoustic duo returns with your favorite tunes.

All Day – Cambria City Ethnic Festival – Johnstown, PA – Three days of cultural food, music, and vendors.

8:30 AM – VJMC 2025 National Rally (Final Day) – Windber Recreational Park, Windber, PA – Final day of the national motorcycle rally in Windber.

9:00 AM – Tubapalooza – Coal Tubin’, Johnstown, PA – Day-long floating festival with multiple music stages.

9:00 AM – American Legion County Fair (Opening Day) – Cambria County Fairgrounds, Ebensburg, PA – Rides, shows, and fair food kick-off.

10:00 AM – Log House Arts Festival (Day 2) – Community Arts Center, Johnstown, PA – Final day of arts, music, and vendors.

11:00 AM – 47th Bluegrass Festival – Berlin Community Grove, Berlin, PA – Annual festival with William Dively, Mike Pagan, and live bluegrass all day.

12:00 PM – Vo-Tech Spartan Family Picnic – Lorain/Stonycreek Hiking Trails, Johnstown, PA – Reunion weekend finale with food, drinks, and entertainment.

3:00 PM – Sunday Funday with Southern Steel – Jim & Jimmies, Johnstown, PA – Southern Steel live in the pavilion, no cover.

5:00 PM – Roxbury Bandshell Summer Concert Series – Johnstown, PA – An outdoor summer concert wrap-up.

7:00 PM – Community Picnic & Fireworks – Bethel United Methodist Church, Hollsopple, PA – Free picnic with live music by The Glory Guys and fireworks.

Serendipity Ice Cream – A sweet little spot in Johnstown serving up hand-scooped favorites and creative flavors. Perfect for cooling off after a summer festival or treating the family on a warm evening. 🍦

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