Johnstown Insider – Weekend Events April 16-19, 2026

This weekend is packed with a little bit of everything across Johnstown and the surrounding area—from gallery nights and live performances to family-friendly events, workshops, and plenty of music into the late hours. Whether you’re browsing Record Store Day releases, catching a live show, taking the kids out for activities, or just looking for a good spot to unwind, there’s something happening in every corner of the community. Here’s your guide to what’s going on this weekend.

Best of luck to the Johnstown Concert Ballet as they take the stage this week for Beauty and the Beast at the Pasquerilla Performing Arts Center.

ACRP Anniversary Celebration
ACRP Play Center & Splash Park
Free family celebration with games, food, activities, and community fun.

Beauty and the Beast presented by Johnstown Concert Ballet
Pasquerilla Performing Arts Center
Classic ballet retelling with original choreography and live stage performance.

RECORD STORE DAY
George’s Song Shop
Annual vinyl event featuring exclusive releases and first-come, first-serve finds.

Live Comedy Magic Show
Johnstown Galleria
Interactive comedy magic show with audience participation and limited seating.

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11:00 AM - Drop-In Storytime (Cambria County Library) - Storytime session for young children with songs, reading, and interactive fun.

5:00 PM - Adventurous Eaters [All ages] (Cambria County Library) - Hands-on food education event exploring healthy eating and simple cooking skills.

6:00 PM - Paint N Sip Night Northern Lights (814 Lanes and Games, Belmont) - Guided painting night with drinks, materials included, and reservation required.

6:00 PM - Blind Tasting Event (The Loft, Johnstown) - Interactive tasting experience where guests guess mystery drinks in a fun setting.

6:00 PM - 3rd Thursday on 3rd Avenue Gallery Night (Bottle Works, Johnstown) - Gallery openings, artist showcases, and light refreshments across multiple exhibits.

6:30 PM - Ladies Night on Minnow Creek -- Interchangeable Bread Board (Minnow Creek Acres, Windber) - Craft night creating seasonal interchangeable bread boards with add-on options.

6:30 PM - Instructor Led Line Dancing (Ponfeigh Distillery, Somerset) - Beginner-friendly line dancing class led by a local instructor.

7:00 PM - Trivia Night (Harrigan’s Cafe & Wine Deck, Johnstown) - Competitive trivia night with prizes, food, and drinks.

9:00 AM - Replay Consignment Sale (Ebensburg American Legion Fairgrounds) - Large consignment sale with clothing, kids items, and household goods; free public admission.

10:00 AM - Play & Grow Story Time (Somerset County Library) - Storytime with crafts, songs, and interactive learning activities for young children.

3:00 PM - ACRP Anniversary Celebration (ACRP Play Center & Splash Park, Johnstown) - Free family event with games, food, face painting, and activities for all ages.

4:00 PM - Dine Then Dance – Ace’s Fridays (Ace’s, Johnstown) - Dinner specials followed by dancing and late-night music with rotating entertainment.

6:00 PM - Slapshot Movie Night & Beer Releases- 21+ (Forbes Trail Brewing, Stoystown) - Movie night with themed beer releases celebrating Slapshot and NHL playoff season.

7:00 PM - Matt Burns Acoustic (Ziegler’s Tavern, Windber) - Live acoustic rock and country performance with food and drinks available.

7:30 PM - Beauty and the Beast presented by Johnstown Concert Ballet (Pasquerilla Performing Arts Center) - Live ballet performance of the classic tale with original choreography and music.

8:00 PM - Grateful Dead Night at Fetz’s with some Grateful Bros (Fetz’s Sports Pub, Johnstown) - Live Grateful Dead tribute music in a casual bar setting.

8:00 PM - Herb & Hanson @ Westwood (Westwood Bar & Grill, Johnstown) - Americana duo performing roots-inspired acoustic music and harmonies.

8:00 PM - FTT Unplugged returns The Solomon Run Firemen’s Club!!! (Solomon Run Firemen’s Club, Elton) - Live unplugged performance featuring From The Top Band.

9:00 PM - Friday w/the Despoes! (Southmont Gardens, Johnstown) - High-energy live band playing requests and crowd favorites all night.

10:00 PM - Silver Screen @ Windber Hotel (Windber Hotel, Windber) - Late-night live music with a small cover charge and lively bar atmosphere.

8:00 AM - RECORD STORE DAY (George’s Song Shop, Johnstown) - Annual record store event with exclusive releases, first come first serve.

9:00 AM - Replay Consignment Sale (Ebensburg American Legion Fairgrounds) - Large consignment sale with clothing, kids items, and household goods; free admission.

9:00 AM - GRAND OPENING at Little Jungle Play Co. (Little Jungle Play Co., Duncansville) - Indoor play space grand opening with sessions, treats, and activities for young kids.

10:00 AM - S'mores French Toast One-Day Adult Workshop (Community Arts Center, Johnstown) - Hands-on cooking workshop creating a campfire-inspired dessert breakfast dish.

11:00 AM - Cambria County Crimestoppers Shred It Day (Fox’s Pizza Richland, Johnstown) - Secure document shredding event with optional electronics disposal and community support.

11:00 AM - Hogwarts Academy-Kids Workshop (Community Arts Center, Johnstown) - Harry Potter themed kids workshop with crafts, potions, and interactive activities.

12:00 PM - Healthy Kids Day! (Greater Johnstown YMCA) - Free family event with games, activities, and community resources for kids.

12:00 PM - GRAND OPENING (Johnstown Galleria) - Barber shop grand opening with community vibes and celebration.

12:00 PM - Whitehorse Brewing (Whitehorse Brewing, Berlin) - Food truck and craft beer day featuring Cousins Maine Lobster.

2:00 PM - Beauty and the Beast presented by Johnstown Concert Ballet (Pasquerilla Performing Arts Center) - Matinee performance of the classic ballet with original choreography.

2:30 PM - Johnstown's Past: Fact, Fiction and Everything In Between (Heritage Discovery Center) - Historical lecture exploring Johnstown’s stories, myths, and legacy.

5:00 PM - Island Cuisine Buffet dinner and live music! (Island Cuisine Restaurant, Elton) - Buffet dinner with live music and BYOB option.

5:00 PM - Spring raffle (Masonic Temple, Johnstown) - Community raffle event with prizes and fundraising opportunities.

5:00 PM - Windber HealthCare Foundation Cash Bash (Windber Community Building) - Cash prize drawings, raffles, and food with proceeds supporting healthcare initiatives.

5:00 PM - Trivia Night! April Edition....80's Night! (Flood City Cafe) - 80’s themed trivia night with team competition and prizes.

6:00 PM - Rosebud Bistro with Krazy Kat Daddies (Rosebud Bistro, Parkhill) - Live music performance with local band in an intimate dining setting.

7:00 PM - Back Page - Coffee House Series 2026 (Community Arts Center, Johnstown) - Live music coffee house performance featuring local favorites Back Page.

7:00 PM - Live Comedy Magic Show (Johnstown Galleria) - Comedy magic performance with audience interaction and limited seating.

7:00 PM - Smooth Sound Band @ Jimmy T’s Pub! (Jimmy T’s Pub, Johnstown) - Live band performance with great drinks and a lively atmosphere.

7:30 PM - JAZZ - Pittsburgh's Don Aliquo Jazz Quartet w/ Special Guest Vocalists: Jessie Wills (Venue of Merging Arts, Johnstown) - Live jazz performance featuring acclaimed musicians and guest vocalists.

9:00 PM - Artie's Party (Westwood Bar & Grill, Johnstown) - Late-night party event with music and entertainment.

10:00 PM - UNDERCOVER at Woodside - 04.18.2026 (10PM) (Woodside Bar and Grill, Johnstown) - Live band performance covering rock, dance, and country hits.

10:00 PM - Miss Keystone Alliance/Gaylife Newsletter Pageant 2026 (Lucy’s Place, Johnstown) - Pageant event featuring performances, community celebration, and entertainment.

10:00 AM - 2026 RVFC Basket Party (Riverside Volunteer Fire Company) - Basket party fundraiser with drawings, raffles, and take-home dinner included.

11:00 AM - Beats and Brunch (Stone Bridge Brewing Company, Johnstown) - Brunch with DJs, music, and drinks for a lively Sunday vibe.

1:00 PM - GIRLS’ AFTERNOON OUT + CRAFT DAY (Coal Country Brewing LLC) - Craft workshop event with DIY projects, drinks, and a relaxed social atmosphere.

3:00 PM - Sunday Funday with Night Hawk! (Jim & Jimmies, Johnstown) - Live music in the pavilion with no cover and a laid-back Sunday crowd.

3:00 PM - SUNDAY FUNDAY - OPEN to the PUBLIC! (American Legion Post 363, Ebensburg) - Live music and open-to-public gathering with food and drinks available.

Rusty Cat Café, Johnstown’s first cat café, recently opened in downtown Johnstown. The space offers coffee, pastries, and time with adoptable cats from local rescue efforts.

It’s a unique new addition to downtown and an interesting concept to see locally.

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