Pierogi Fest, Party On The Mount Top Pittsburgh Weekend Events

PITTSBURGH, PA - Kennywood’s daily season is over, alas, but there still are opportunities to visit the storied West Mifflin amusement park by taking in one of its autumn special events. Two of them occur this weekend.

On Saturday, Brews in the Park returns for another year of providing folks 21 and older the opportunity to try dozens of craft beers from local and national breweries. Select rides will be open from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., while the beer fest occurs from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. While sampling your beers, you’ll be able to hear tunes from Walkin’ Rosie and Totally 80s and chow down on Kennywood treats and offerings from local food trucks.

On Sunday, the Pittsburgh Pierogi Festival is back with more than 40 vendors offering different pierogi styles, music and entertainment, and the ability to ride some of Kennywood's most popular attractions. Among those scheduled to appear at the event are WQED’s Rick Sebak and Chris Fennimoe, along with Pittsburgh Dad. The festival takes place from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Other weekend highlights:

• Disney's The Lion King, Sept. 19, 7:30 p.m.; Sept. 20, 8 p.m.; Sept. 21, 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. and Sept. 22, 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., Benedum Center.

The beloved musical’s triumphant return to the Benedum continues its month-long run. engagement. As animals are brought to life onstage, you can thrill to the rhythms of the African Pridelands and an unforgettable score including Elton John and Tim Rice's Oscar-winning song "Can You Feel The Love Tonight" and "Circle Of Life."

• Party On The Mount, Sept. 21, 3:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Grandview Avenue, Mt. Washington.

This third annual fundraiser for the Mt. Washington Community Development Corp. takes place against the backdrop of Grandview Avenue's spectacular views. The event takes place on the eastern side of Grandview near the Monongahela Incline and will feature vendors, food trucks and live music. Trust us, you'll like it.

• Bitchcraft Fair, Sept. 22, 11 a.m.,David L. Lawrence Convention Center

The convention center hosts a day of artists, mystics, wine and spirits. Your $10 admission gets you into the hall where more than 200 vendors have set up shop. There also will be a cash bar and non-alcoholic refreshment for any underage apprentice sorcerers in attendance.