Things to do in Saxonburg this summer
The Bantam Jeep Heritage Festival is a premier annual event that attracts Jeep enthusiasts from all over the world. The festival is a Jeep-only event. All drivers must be at least 18 years old. All Jeeps must be registered and have valid liability insurance during the festival dates to participate in any festival activities.
Location:
Cooper’s Lake Campground, 205 Currie Road, Worth Township
Hours:
Friday, June 12 — 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday, June 13 — 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sunday, June 14 — 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The Jeep Invasion will start at 6 p.m. Friday, June 12, downtown in Butler.
The Bantam Quarry at Kildoo Trail Sessions, Bantam Boot Camp and the Babes of Bantam ride take place at 989 Kildoo Road, outside Portersville.
A community event for friends and families to gather for good food, great games and fun rides. The carnival’s traditional Pet Parade, Water Battle and Fireman’s Parade are part of the week’s plans.
Admission: Admission is free. Ride tickets are available for purchase.
Location: Saxonburg Volunteer Fire Co., 290 Horne Ave., Saxonburg
Hours: 6 to close
Saxonburg will host a parade and fireworks to celebrate America250.
Location:
Main Street, Saxonburg
Hours:
Parade begins at 5 p.m.
The event, billed as “the largest fair in Western Pennsylvania,” includes food, animals, concerts and rides. Prices may vary in person and online.
Admission:
$8 to $10, cash only at the gate
Free for children aged 6 and under
No pets allowed
Location:
1127 New Castle Road, Prospect
Hours:
Daily: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Weekends and July 4: 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.
This unique event showcases Butler County’s farming community with a variety of farming exhibits, tractor pulls and demonstrations. Attendees also can enjoy arts and crafts, carnival rides, food vendors and more.
Location:
Butler Farm Show, 625 Evans City Road, Butler
This event features food, vendors, live music, carriage rides and kids activities.
Location:
Main Street, Saxonburg
Hours:
Saturday, Sept. 12: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sunday, Sept. 13: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location:
Saxonburg Volunteer Fire Co., 290 Horne Ave., Saxonburg
Hours:
Saturday, Sept. 12: 6 to 10 p.m.
Sunday, Sept. 13: 4 to 6 p.m.
Featured artists:
Noble Hops, Cecilia Tomko, Gary Burk III and Karen Waldrup.
Admission: $100 presale ticket vouchers for the two-day event are available through the office. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Call 724-352-3300, Ext. 755 for more information.
Location:
Saxonburg Volunteer Fire Co., 290 Horne Ave., Saxonburg
Hours:
Friday, Sept. 18: 6 to 10 p.m. Gates open at 5 p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 19: noon to 7 p.m. Gates open at 11 a.m.
