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Family-Friendly Events in Westmoreland, October 6–12, 2026

🛍️ NEW BUSINESS

Tractor Supply Opens New Kensington Store

Westmoreland County shoppers have a new place to pick up farm, home, pet and outdoor supplies. Tractor Supply opened its new New Kensington location at 200 Greensburg Road in September, with a grand-opening celebration held September 26. The store serves area residents with livestock and pet supplies, tools, lawn and garden products, workwear and other rural-lifestyle essentials.

Stop in and welcome the new location to the community. Because no reliable local owner interview or owner quote was available, we’ve left that information out rather than guessing.

🔥 WHAT'S TRENDING IN WESTMORELAND COUNTY

1. Fort Ligonier Days Takes Center Stage
Westmoreland County’s premier fall festival returns October 9–11 with the Grand Parade, living-history demonstrations, juried crafts, food, live entertainment and the annual 5K. A brand-new Children’s Corner adds even more family fun this year.

2. Saturday Night Fireworks Are Back
One of the biggest weekend highlights arrives Saturday at 7:30 PM, when Fort Ligonier Days lights up the night with its fireworks celebration.

3. Local Libraries Are Packed With Family Activities
Westmoreland County libraries have a busy October calendar, including toddler programs, story times, art activities and other programs designed to get families learning and creating together.

4. Fall Fun Is Filling the County Calendar
October activities are ramping up across Westmoreland County, with seasonal outdoor programs and community gatherings giving residents plenty of reasons to get out and enjoy autumn close to home.

5. America’s 250th Is Being Celebrated Locally
Fort Ligonier’s special To Rise and Fight Again: The Road to Revolution Begins at Fort Ligonier exhibit continues through December 30, connecting Westmoreland County history with America’s 250th anniversary.

✨ LOCAL SHOUTOUTS, HEROES, CAUSES, FUNDRAISERS, VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

👏 Local Shoutout — Delmont Apple ’n Arts Gives Back
The volunteer-run Delmont Apple ’n Arts Festival does more than bring fall fun to the community. Festival proceeds support local charitable organizations, with more than $10,000 in donations made each year to groups serving the area.

❤️ Local Heroes — Community Volunteers Stepping Up
A shoutout goes to the volunteers across Westmoreland County who keep local programs moving—from food assistance and mentoring to veterans programs, parks and cultural events. The county maintains an active list of organizations looking for residents willing to lend their time and talents.

📣 Local Cause — Fighting Hunger Together
Rise Against Hunger, First United Methodist Church of Greensburg and Pitt-Greensburg are teaming up for Westmoreland County’s first Rise Against Hunger meal-packaging experience on Saturday, October 17, from 10 AM to noon at the Chambers Hall Gymnasium, 150 Finoli Drive in Greensburg.

💙 Fundraiser — Community Events Supporting Local Needs
The Delmont Apple ’n Arts Festival continues its mission of turning a popular community tradition into support for local charitable organizations. Its volunteer committee says festival proceeds are returned to the community to help organizations serving local residents.

🙌 Volunteer Opportunity — Hobgoblin Hikes Need Helpers
Westmoreland County Parks & Recreation is looking for volunteers age 15 and older to serve as trail guides and scare actors for the Hobgoblin Hikes at Cedar Creek Park on October 17 and Twin Lakes Park on October 24. To volunteer, call 724-830-3968. Groups are welcome.

Another way to help: Pitt-Greensburg expects about 200 campus and community volunteers for the October 17 Rise Against Hunger meal-packaging event, giving residents another hands-on way to make a difference this month.