The reviews here are spot on. This is a really fun festival with lots to see and plenty of…read moreshopping and eating options. I've been coming for years and has been one of our highlights each fall. The only reason I'm not giving this a 5-star is because the local eating establishments have gone straight downhill. They really do make you feel like they are doing YOU the favor by serving you. We stopped at lunch at the Tavern only to have a young waitress who was very snippy and a menu indicating no substitutions for this event. Understanding that they were busy (even though there were tons of people working and not all that many people in the place yet as it just opened) we picked something from the menu and waited a very long time for our drinks and food. Once we were done, I thought she was going to blow her top when we asked for separate checks and were abruptly told we were not allowed to have the check broken out. We paid a lot of money for food that wasn't that great to be treated like crap. We then went for dessert at the food vendor area at market square. What a difference in kindness, service, and the raspberry cheesecake was delicious! We did a little shopping then went over to the bowling alley to grab a drink and have a seat. When we walked in, there were people at the bar area and a lot of empty tables so we had a seat. My friend grabbed her dessert while we were waiting to be waitied on and proceeded to take a few bites when a young girl came running over to tell us we were not permitted to bring in outside food then turned around in the same breath and stormed away. Fair enough, although taken aback by such rude aggressive behavior, we put ours away, but my friend proceeded to finish her 3 bites of ice cream before doing so. I'm sitting there scratching my head asking why the little witch didn't bother taking our orders when she came over while another young lady proceeds to come over and throw us out while the whole "busy" waitstaff was standing behind the bar smiling. We understood why no one was in the bowling alley as we left that place with a pretty overall bad feeling about the event. Next year we plan to stick with the vendors and stay out of the "regular" eating establishments. "They don't seem to care for outsiders" was our overall feeling for the day. They can do without our money too.

This was my first opportunity to attend this festival which is dedicated the battle of Ft Ligonier…read morethat took place during the French and Indian War. My husband and I missed the parade since it was a rainy morning but I did manage to get a glimpse of the Heinz hitch as it was going by and some of the University of Pittsburgh marching band as well as a float or two left parked. The festival is spread out throughout the entire town which is fairly small. Vendors and crafts are set up in various locale all around. If you are not up to walking they do have a complimentary shuttle that will take you to where you want to go. At the center where the diamond of the town sits is an information booth. They are on hand to answer all your questions as well as give you a festival map with all the events, food, vendors, etc. They have live entertainment in the Gazebo throughout the day. Make sure to check your guide if there is anyone in particular you wish to see. Most of the vendors are craft vendors and some of them I have seen elsewhere such as the Three Rivers Arts Festival and the Pittsburgh Home and Garden show. They have other specialty services scattered around such as healthcare or major product advertising. Perhaps the best is that they do re enactments of the battle of Fort Ligonier. It's neat to see the townspeople dressed in colonial costume and militia. Food abounds in this place with the majority of it being around the diamond. There is no shortage of desserts, ice cream, and pizza. Much of the food is your typical fried stuff but look around if you see something that interests you. As far as restroom faculties are concerned, all they have are port a johns. You're not going to find a business that will let you in for that purpose. While we had hoped to park at the high school and shuttle over that lot was full so we were able to find "grass" parking on Rt. 711 south of the town for a fee. We grabbed a bite to eat at the "Laughing crab"-reviewed separately and later went for dessert at a raspberry and fruit vendor. Needless to say I loved our desserts there. I had a mixed raspberry and blackberry pie while my husband had raspberry shortcake ala mode. They don't skimp on toppings here. We found it interesting to look around at some of the original vendors we hadn't seen before. I was very impressed with one who uses old post office boxes found in the Post Office and used different types of wood to make banks. It's like having your own combination lock to a mini safe. Time did not permit us to see everything but we were very pleased with what we did see. We did not get the chance to tour the fort itself. There is a separate admission charge for that but hope to on some future visit. Fort Ligonier days are always held the 2nd full weekend in Oct. The vendors sell their merchandise from 9-6 on Friday and Saturday and from 9-5 on Sunday. It definitely was worth a visit and next time plan to come earlier so I can see the parade.

Awesome location. Came here on Saturday June 29th to buy fireworks. Super happy that Pennsylvania…read morefinally legalized fireworks and to have a store like this nearby. Their selection is large. The store is about half the size of Walmart and they have a wide variety of mortars, cakes, rockets, fountains, firecrackers, etc. Their prices are reasonable too as everything is buy 1 get 1 free and even cheaper if you have specific coupons. I found in cheaper than other firework outlets in West Virginia but it is still expensive bc it is fireworks. If it were it for the buy 1 get 1 free, it would be expensive. I'd advise if you want good fireworks that are now legal in PA, give this phantom location a try. All the workers are friendly and willing to help as well and are very knowledgeable on the fireworks. Overall, a great experience will definitely be back in the future.

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Very well maintained and spacious park. Sitting on over 300 acres, the park has a long paved…read morewalking trail that circles the area. They also offer plenty of pavilions and restrooms as well as multiple fields and playground areas. Another awesome factor to this park is they coordinate and hold special needs baseball and other sporting events in an area specific for special needs children and adults. Did I mention dog friendly just make sure you clean up after them, and they graciously supply doggie doo-doo bags if you just so happen to forget yours in the car. For the past few years they have held a concert in the park event that is packed full of music, food trucks, games, and other sources of entertainment. Admission is free and fireworks round out the event.

What a great park. There were two playgrounds and a sandpit. One of the playgrounds was very very…read moreunique. The trail was very lovely as well.

Our kids love this park. From the multiple play places to the magically large sand box filled with…read moretrucks, they enjoy every visit. There are play places for different ages, the soft bouncy ground around the play places, and benches around the sandbox and nearby for parents to sit close while letting the kids independently play. In terms of potties, there's a porta potty nearby but this is probably the big thing that's lacking at this park. There are other fields, courts, and hiking paths at this part too. Given it's so close to our home it really does have it all. They also regularly host Franklin Park Borough events here, which is really fun! Check out Blueberry Hill next time you're looking for a park outing!

Place is awesome and the staff was really helpful in describing all of their items. Huge selection…read moreand a bunch of stuff that I have never seen before. I have been back three times already because the kids love the shows I've been putting on. Stocking up for a nice 4th of July party!

Awesome fireworks store. Staff was super helpful and friendly! Scan and video display of fireworks…read morewas cool and helpful.

Great fireworks. The show is set to music on a radio station so bring a radio and a blanket and…read morehave fun. The show lasted a little more than 45 minutes and there were no down times. Fair food stations are around. A few took credit but bring cash just to be safe.

Great shop, nice selection, the guy with the glasses working in the store was super nice and…read morehelpful! Well gladly return for fireworks in the future.

I bit of a drive, yet it's the closest place to my house. Good selection, helpful and friendly…read morestaff. Great prices, buy one get two free. If it's closed, call ahead of time, they will open for you.

Nice selection and decent prices. Especially at last minute. Plus this post is giving me some free…read morestuff.

Personally I like to look and touch my fireworks for weight and balance - as well as fill versus…read moreactual powder. The fireworks are lock being aging Plexiglas and most were out of stock. there were no "good" mortar packages just the 500+ range and yeah... I'm not doing that. The have no specials "because their prices are so low" I was told. Not really feeling it.

I live nearby, and this firework store is amazing! I visit a couple times a year, and every time…read moreI'm impressed by the huge selection and the helpful staff. Everything is organized well, the prices are fair, and it's always easy to find exactly what I need. Definitely my go-to spot for fireworks!

Huge parking lot. This store seems like it was once a small movie theater…read more Massive store, high ceilings, cameras abound, tons of inventory, neatly arranged, every possible type of fireworks you could ever imagine. Prices range from $30 to $250. Expect 20% tax (different types of taxes passed onto the consumer). Do a little research on what you're looking for, what's allowed by local jurisdictions, and where to safely launch. Store staff were friendly and knowledgeable and eager to help. You can't bring lighters inside, so leave any in your car or right outside the store (which is what they suggest). There's a separate area for entrance and exit, you have to read and sign a waiver, and you have to provide personal contact info. Wear a face mask or buy one on-site. It's a process. Be kind to retail staff; don't come in with a cell phone ready to test & record their reactions to their mask policy and try to go viral. I've seen so many videos of just that at other businesses.