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MLK Weekend Activities in Westmoreland County

Looking for some family fun over the extended weekend? Check out this list of local activities!

By Kerry Zema, Macaroni Kid North Huntingdon publisher January 16, 2020


This Monday, January 20, 2020, we celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Many schools and businesses are closed, so you may be on the search for some last-minute, local family fun to keep those kids entertained over the extended weekend.  Look no further! Below, check out some of Macaroni Kid North Huntingdon's top picks for this weekend. Here is a list of 8 different events and activities that are local, kid-friendly, free or low-cost, and do not require pre-registration:


Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration at Westmoreland Museum of American Art

Saturday, January 18, 2020 and Sunday, January 19, 2020, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Description: The museum invites all ages to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. all weekend with musical performances and art making. Registration is not required, but encouraged for planning purposes!
Who: All ages!
Cost: FREE
How: Registration is not required, but encouraged. Click HERE for more info!


Read to Kaya's Friends at Greensburg Hempfield Area Library

Saturday, January 18, 2020, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Description: Ages 3 and up are invited to practice their reading skills by reading to a certified therapy dog! There is no advanced registration, and as many children as possible will be accommodated within the hour-long session.
Who: Ages 3 and up
Cost: FREE
How: Just show up! Click HERE for more info!


Story Time at Barnes and Noble

Saturday, January 18, 2020, 11:00 AM

Description: A children's story time featuring Nobody Hugs a Cactus, followed by various activities.
Cost: FREE
How: Just show up! Click HERE for more info!


Family Swim at the Aerobic Center

Saturday, January 18, 2020, 1:30 PM - 2:55 PM and Sunday, January 19, 2020, 1:00 PM - 2:55 PM

Description: Non-members are welcome to come enjoy the pool for this family swim time!
Who: All ages!
Cost: $5/adult, $2/child

How: Just show up! Click HERE for more info!


Public Skating Sessions at Latrobe Skating Center

Saturday, January 18, 2020, 2:00 PM - 8:30 PM; Sunday, January 19, 2020, 12:00 PM - 5:30 PM; and Monday, January 20, 2020, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Description: Bring the family and enjoy some roller skating at Latrobe Skating Center! There is no charge for NON-SKATING adults during regular public skating sessions. Watch your kids have fun while enjoying free coffee! All others are required to pay admission for entrance.
Who: All ages!
Cost: $7/admission, $2.50/skate rental
How: Just show up! Click HERE for more info!


Public Ice Skating Sessions at Kirk S. Nevin Arena

Saturday, January 18, 2020, 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM, and Sunday, January 19, 2020, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Description: Join us for Public Skate!
Who: All ages!
Cost: $5/children and seniors, $6/adult, $3/skate rental
How: Just show up! Click HERE for more info!


All Day Block Party at Sewickley Twp Public Library

Monday, January 20, 2020, 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Description: Families with children of all ages are invited to come to this free play session and build with a variety of blocks. No registration necessary, just come when convenient!
Who: All ages!
Cost: FREE
How: Just show up! Click HERE for more info!


Play Date at Murrysville Community Library

Monday, January 20, 2020, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Description: Families are invited to an hour of unstructured, drop-in play time. Bring your own snacks and toys to share, and come make new friends!
Who: Families of all ages!
Cost: FREE
How: Just show up! Click HERE for more info!


Are you from North Huntingdon, Greensburg, Latrobe, Murrysville, or surrounding areas? Looking for more family-friendly events this weekend or in the future? Check out Macaroni Kid North Huntingdon's event calendar HERE or subscribe to receive a list of local events and family-friendly articles to your inbox weekly by clicking HERE!


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