Lots of Family Fun Planned at August Fun Fest at Cedar Creek Park

Last Updated on Tuesday, 01 August 2017 15:37

The annual August Fun Fest will take place at Cedar Creek Park on Sunday, August 13, 2017 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. There’s something for everyone, with great food, fun entertainment, and lots of children’s rides and amusements. This event is free to the public and offers free parking.

Featured this year are The Magic Moments, performing at the amphitheater at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. The Magic Moments are dedicated to the sounds of the early legends of Rock ‘n Roll! Also featured is magician Steve Haberman. Steve will surprise audiences with a unique blend of sleight-of-hand, comedy, mindreading, and stunning larger-than-life illusions! Showtimes are 11:30 a.m., 2:30 p.m., and 4:30 p.m.

That Guy With The Birds will be showing off his feathered friends at 10:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m. With music, magic, and hands on interaction, get an up-close adventure with these intelligent creatures!

A Pittsburgh Pirates alumni player will be on hand for autograph sessions from 2 to 4 p.m.

The Road Kings Car Club will host the giant August Fun Fest Show Car Cruise, with over 500 antiques, hot rods, modifieds, stock cars, and commercials! No motorcycles are permitted. The show features all types of cars up to 2017 models. Show cars may enter beginning at 9 a.m.

The Mid-Mon Valley Model Railroad Club will be displaying their modular train layout at Pavilion 16.

Five local musical groups will be featured in a cavalcade of bands at Pavilion #1. Groups performing include Perry’s Union at 12 p.m., Wally Ginger’s Orchestra at 2 p.m., The Townsmen Plus One at 3 p.m., Pittsburgh Big Band Legends at 4 p.m., and the Andy Gregg Country Combo at 5 p.m.

Kids can have fun all day with an All Day Ride Pass for only $4!

August Fun Fest is a Westmoreland County Bureau of Parks and Recreation special event, and is sponsored by the Greater Rostraver Chamber of Commerce, the Road Kings Car Club, and the Mon Valley Independent.

Cedar Creek Park is located in Rostraver Township off Route 51. For more information, please call Westmoreland County Parks and Recreation at 724-830-3950 or visit www.co.westmoreland.pa.us/parks.