The weekend is here, and it’s more than just Steelers vs. Seahawks at Acrisure Stadium, so if you’re still in need of plans, we’re here to help you have a fun one!

Kennywood Phantom Fall Fest

Beginning tonight, Kennywood kicks off its Phantom Fall Fest. 

More than 300 actors will fill the park grounds, all with the intention of scaring. 

There will also be six haunted houses and four scare zones. 

The organizers said “Detached” is their newest and most horrifying haunt yet. 

You can also enjoy fall food, jump on some of the rides, and more. 

Phantom Fall Fest runs on select weekends until November 1, and you can get a full schedule as well as tickets right here. 

Idlewild’s Hallow-BOO

This weekend is the return of Hallow-BOO at Idlewild. 

All of the traditional favorites will be there, but there will also be brand-new characters for kids to meet. 

The family fun runs on Saturdays and Sundays through October 26. 

Check out the details on their website. 

50s Fest and Car Cruise

Head down to Greene County this weekend for the 50s Fest and Car Cruise.

Traffic will be blocked off down the main drag in Waynesburg outside of the Greene County Courthouse on East High Street. 

Along the road will be classic cars, food, music, and so much more. 

It goes from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. and it’s free to attend. 

Visit Greene County has all you need to know at this link. 

Pittsburgh County Fair

If you’re looking to squeeze in one more fair before the summer officially comes to a close, Pittsburgh is hosting its county fair on Saturday. 

Now in its third year, Allegheny Commons Park West on the North Side will have all things homemade and homegrown. 

From 11 a.m. until 6 p.m., there will be food, music, farm animals, a farmers’ market, and more. 

It’s free to attend, and you can see more right here. 

Green Tree Oktoberfest

If you’re ready for fall, you can kick off the season early at the Green Tree Oktoberfest. 

It’s happening at Green Tree Park on Saturday from 11 a.m. until 8 p.m. 

There will be entertainment, arts and crafts, vendors, food, and family fun. 

Of course, it just wouldn’t be a Pittsburgh-area event without fireworks. 

Those are set to start around 8:15 p.m. 

Check out the full Oktoberfest schedule of events at this link. 

Jeff Goldblum, the Pittsburgh-area native who has elevated the arts as an internationally acclaimed actor and musician, will give the new terminal at Pittsburgh International Airport a star-studded lift-off.

He’s coming home to perform with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, as well as his own jazz ensemble, the Mildred Snitzer Orchestra, at an Oct. 3 gala that will celebrate the terminal’s opening.

Known for his roles in movie blockbusters like the “Jurassic Park” series and “Independence Day,” he most recently starred as The Wizard in the movie version of “Wicked” and its sequel.

“I’m more than thrilled and delighted to be part of this glorious event back in my beloved hometown. What a jazzy dream come true — there’s no place like home!” Goldblum told Blue Sky News, the news service for the Allegheny County Airport Authority.

An opening date for the new $1.7 billion landside terminal, which has been under construction since October 2021, has not been announced, but it will take place this fall. Before the opening, 10,000 members of the public will get a chance to see the new terminal at a community open house on Oct. 11.

“The opening of Pittsburgh’s new terminal is an opportunity for this region to showcase its best assets on a global stage across all business sectors. From global Fortune 500 companies to tech start-ups, this region is a business and arts powerhouse, and the new terminal is the front door to that story,” Christina Cassotis, CEO of Pittsburgh International Airport, said in a statement. “We’re proud to have both the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra and Jeff Goldblum perform at the gala as part of our opening series of events.”

Goldblum, who originally is from the Mon Valley, launched the Mildred Snitzer Orchestra 30 years ago; it’s named for a family friend who played bridge with his parents. With this orchestra (he plays the piano), he performs contemporary arrangements of classic jazz and American songs.

The actor returns to Pittsburgh from time to time to perform with his orchestra and to make other appearances. He was last here to perform in June 2024.

The entertainment is just the latest example of the airport trying to amplify the arts in the region. In a recent media tour, Cassotis showed off not only the mobile by Alexander Calder called “Pittsburgh,” which has just been installed in the atrium area of the new terminal, but also the works of 15 artists — 80% of whom are local — that will be showcased around the airport.

Several Jewish organizations in the Pittsburgh area say they received threatening letters in the mail, which are now being investigated.

The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh says while there is no imminent danger stemming from the threats, the community’s safety and security is of top concern.

In a statement to KDKA, the Jewish Federation said they are in close contact with the Federal Bureau of Investigation and law enforcement partners, who are actively investigating the threats.

“Our Federation’s security team continues to monitor the situation closely and is working to ensure that all Jewish institutions remain protected.”

Officials didn’t detail the specific nature of the threats or which organizations specifically received the letters.