COPORRE W G PUTTING THE "DO" IN DOWNTOWN: A visit to Washington County is not complete without a stop to the vibrant downtowns in the county, each with an individual flair. By Beth Seabright Combining history with a whole lot of fun, this past May marked the inaugural "Run- ning of the Wools" in downtown Washing- ton. This family-friendly event highlighted Washington's prominence as the top ex- porter of wool in the 19th Century and fea- tured sheep races through the streets of downtown Washington, as well as a full day of sheep-filled activities including a chil- dren's area featuring "lambies in pajamies," kitchen clash, breakfast crawl, education al activities like sheep shearing and many other engaging exhibitions. The fun carried into the following day with Washington County Free Museum Day, which offered free admission to six local museums. CARDSHOP FREY Washington ington County. Visit Pike Street on select Saturdays during the summer for Alleyway Saturday, themed family-friendly events designed to bring the community together. From concerts to bingo to community flea markets, Alleyway Saturday always offers an experience for visitors. with the second largest parade in Penn- With historic sites like the Bradford House Museum, Whiskey Rebellion Education and Visitor Center and the LeMoyne House, downtown Washington is rich and alive with history. But do not just visit for the his-sylvania, capped off by a magnificent fire- tory: downtown Washington is also known for their great food. Southern Yanks Smoke- house was named Best BBQ in the Burgh by Pittsburgh Magazine in 2022. The Union Grill and Presidents Pub are also Washing- ton favorite lunch and dinner spots. Canonsburg A town known for its celebrations, Canons- burg is a beloved destination point in Wash- works display, Canonsburg is the place to be on July 4th. Nationally-ranked on the list of the best American Oktoberfests, the Pennsylvania Bavarian Oktoberfest takes place in Canonsburg in September and welcomes over 60,000 people throughout the three-day festival. This authentic Bavar- ian event features food trucks, vendors, live bands performing traditional German mu- sic, and of course German beers. Cap off your year at Canonsburg's Old-Fash- ioned Christmas celebration in December. Recognized by VisitPA.com as one of Penn- sylvania's most "Hallmark movie-esque" lo- cations in the state, you can enjoy a parade, tree lighting, food and craft vendors. No visit to Canonsburg's Old-Fashioned Christ- mas is complete without spending time with Santa and posing for a family photo in front of the signature 1952 Ford truck, the centerpiece of the celebration. Monongahela Community is the lifeblood of downtown Monongahela. With over 20 community organizations and 17 churches, chances are you will encounter some sort of cel- ebration, event or parade when you visit downtown Monongahela. A weekly farm- ers market, live music, pet events and a 5K run throughout the warmer months, in ad- dition to a growing retail sector complete with gift, clothing and other shops, as well as a charming ice cream/candy shop and newly opened winery featuring live enter- town Monongahela a vibrant stop on your tainment most weekends, make down- summer bucket list. The Monongahela Aquatorium, an en- tertainment venue that juts out into the Monongahela River, is the only large am- phitheater of its kind in the region and is the perfect destination point for summer fun. Grab a seat by the river, bring your own chair or blanket, or dock your boat in the "Mon" to catch a show on the semi-hexag- onal stage. Make a point to visit this ven- ue for their summer concert series, food truck festival and other events, and be sure to catch Angelo Il's magnificent inflatable holiday decorations that light up the town leading up to Easter, Halloween, Thanks- giving, and Christmas. Sponsored content brought to you by Visit WASHINGTON COUNTY PENNSYLVANIA COPORRE W G PUTTING THE " DO " IN DOWNTOWN : A visit to Washington County is not complete without a stop to the vibrant downtowns in the county , each with an individual flair . By Beth Seabright Combining history with a whole lot of fun , this past May marked the inaugural " Run ning of the Wools " in downtown Washing ton . This family - friendly event highlighted Washington's prominence as the top ex porter of wool in the 19th Century and fea tured sheep races through the streets of downtown Washington , as well as a full day of sheep - filled activities including a chil dren's area featuring " lambies in pajamies , " kitchen clash , breakfast crawl , education al activities like sheep shearing and many other engaging exhibitions . The fun carried into the following day with Washington County Free Museum Day , which offered free admission to six local museums . CARDSHOP FREY Washington ington County . Visit Pike Street on select Saturdays during the summer for Alleyway Saturday , themed family - friendly events designed to bring the community together . From concerts to bingo to community flea markets , Alleyway Saturday always offers an experience for visitors . with the second largest parade in Penn With historic sites like the Bradford House Museum , Whiskey Rebellion Education and Visitor Center and the LeMoyne House , downtown Washington is rich and alive with history . But do not just visit for the his - sylvania , capped off by a magnificent fire tory : downtown Washington is also known for their great food . Southern Yanks Smoke house was named Best BBQ in the Burgh by Pittsburgh Magazine in 2022. The Union Grill and Presidents Pub are also Washing ton favorite lunch and dinner spots . Canonsburg A town known for its celebrations , Canons burg is a beloved destination point in Wash works display , Canonsburg is the place to be on July 4th . Nationally - ranked on the list of the best American Oktoberfests , the Pennsylvania Bavarian Oktoberfest takes place in Canonsburg in September and welcomes over 60,000 people throughout the three - day festival . This authentic Bavar ian event features food trucks , vendors , live bands performing traditional German mu sic , and of course German beers . Cap off your year at Canonsburg's Old - Fash ioned Christmas celebration in December . Recognized by VisitPA.com as one of Penn sylvania's most " Hallmark movie - esque " lo cations in the state , you can enjoy a parade , tree lighting , food and craft vendors . No visit to Canonsburg's Old - Fashioned Christ mas is complete without spending time with Santa and posing for a family photo in front of the signature 1952 Ford truck , the centerpiece of the celebration . Monongahela Community is the lifeblood of downtown Monongahela . With over 20 community organizations and 17 churches , chances are you will encounter some sort of cel ebration , event or parade when you visit downtown Monongahela . A weekly farm ers market , live music , pet events and a 5K run throughout the warmer months , in ad dition to a growing retail sector complete with gift , clothing and other shops , as well as a charming ice cream / candy shop and newly opened winery featuring live enter town Monongahela a vibrant stop on your tainment most weekends , make down summer bucket list . The Monongahela Aquatorium , an en tertainment venue that juts out into the Monongahela River , is the only large am phitheater of its kind in the region and is the perfect destination point for summer fun . Grab a seat by the river , bring your own chair or blanket , or dock your boat in the " Mon " to catch a show on the semi - hexag onal stage . Make a point to visit this ven ue for their summer concert series , food truck festival and other events , and be sure to catch Angelo Il's magnificent inflatable holiday decorations that light up the town leading up to Easter , Halloween , Thanks giving , and Christmas . Sponsored content brought to you by Visit WASHINGTON COUNTY PENNSYLVANIA