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10 Things to Actually Do in Steel Valley This Summer!

10 Things to Actually Do in Steel Valley This Summer! Summer is one of the best times to explore everything the Steel Valley has to offer. Whether you're a longtime resident, a newcomer to the area, or someone looking for things to do near Pittsburgh, Homestead, Munhall, and West Homestead are filled with unique experiences, local events, outdoor recreation, arts, entertainment, and community celebrations. To help you plan your summer, we've put together ten great ways to experience the Steel Valley. 1. Walk, Run or Bike the GAP Trail The Great Allegheny Passage (GAP Trail) is one of the region's greatest outdoor assets. Stretching from Pittsburgh to Cumberland, Maryland, the trail passes directly through the Steel Valley and offers beautiful river views, historic landmarks, and easy access to local businesses, restaurants, and attractions. Whether you're walking, jogging, biking, or simply enjoying the scenery, the GAP Trail is a perfect way to experience the community. 2. Explore & Experience History Few communities can tell the story of American industry like the Steel Valley. Visit Rivers of Steel destinations including the historic Pump House and Carrie Blast Furnaces. Take a guided tour, attend a workshop, explore industrial art experiences, or learn how […]

Heidi Beatty and the Velvet Collective at Golden Age Beer Co. | July 11

Golden Age Beer Co 337 E. 8th Avenue, Homestead

Heidi Beatty and the Velvet Collective at Golden Age Beer Co. | July 11 Saturday, July 11, 2026 7:00 PM  10:00 PM Led by vocalist and bandleader Heidi Beatty, Heidi Beatty and the Velvet Collective brings a jazz-centered sensibility to familiar pop, rock, and R&B. Rooted in swing, groove, and deep listening, the Collective reimagines well-known songs with elegance, warmth, and a smooth, decadent feel. The Velvet Collective emphasizes connection—between musicians, across genres, and with the audience—creating performances that feel intimate, polished, and alive in the moment. Each set balances tradition and familiarity, honoring jazz’s conversational spirit while welcoming listeners from every musical background. As always, live entertainment at Golden Age is FREE TO THE PEOPLE! Never a cover charge here. We love lager. We started Golden Age Beer Co. because we are passionate about making clean and crisp lagers that are eminently drinkable. From crisp Northern German and fragrant Italian-style pilsners to luxurious dunkels and Franconian rauchbiers to the easy-drinking, “lawnmower” American lager, we believe that, with their clean, subtle and eminently-drinkable finesse, lagers are the beers that bring people together, that cross divides, and that are both the past and the future of beer.  And so we brought a brewery that […]

Taj Mahal & the Phantom Blues Band at Carnegie Music Hall of Homestead | July 11

Carnegie of Homestead Music Hall 510 E 10th Avenue, Munhall

Taj Mahal & the Phantom Blues Band at Carnegie Music Hall of Homestead | July 11 Saturday, July 11th, 2026 | This event is for all ages. 91.3 WYEP & Drusky Entertainment present: Taj Mahal & the Phantom Blues Band Saturday, July 11th, 2026 Doors: 7:00PM / Show: 8:00PM Carnegie of Homestead Music Hall (Munhall, PA) *All tickets subject to day of show price increase. Prices at the ticket link reflect the all-in ticket price (face value + fees) - minus any taxes / credit card processing fees. This event is recommended for all ages.   Seating Chart (click to view) Carnegie of Homestead Seat Map (click to expand) Built in 1898, the Carnegie Library of Homestead was constructed by William Miller and Sons of Pittsburgh at a cost of $250,000. The second of three libraries built here in the Mon Valley, the Carnegie Library of Homestead was built for use by the common man but adorned with grandeur and opulence fit for a royal family. The Carnegie Library of Homestead is the oldest Carnegie library in continuous operation in its original structure in the US, and was chosen by CNN in 2014 as one of the 27 most fascinating […]

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