The best things to do in Johnstown

“Bowling center also offering an arcade & laser tag, plus a bar/grill with music, karaoke & DJs.”

“Row House Cinemas - Hollywood + MegaScreen keeps the single-screen, circa-1920s magic alive with balcony views, classics, and quirky festivals, plus Rocky Horror shows with callbacks and props. This month brings Persepolis on 35mm, Akira’s 4K restoration, and a 100th-birthday community celebration on September 26.”

From the Plum newsletter, September 9, 2026

“Whether you're sneaking in a midweek game or corralling the entire crew, AMF Mt. Lebanon Lanes brings 52 lanes of classic bowling energy, a legit arcade, and a sports-bar menu that actually hits. League nights, party-ready lanes, easy online reservations...”

From the Penn Hills newsletter, August 31, 2026

“Whether Penn Hills weather is brutal or you just want data nerd bliss, Miller Mulligans lets you play over 230 iconic courses on Trackman-powered simulators, with shot-by-shot stats and games like Closest-to-the-Pin. Grab a bay with up to six friends, join a league, or book coaching to actually groove it.”

“Cool Springs Golf is the local all-in-one setup, with a two-level, heated driving range packed with Toptracer, plus Full Swing and AboutGolf indoor sims when the weather stinks. Add mini golf, clinics, private lessons, and a legit pro shop with fittings, and you’ve got practice that actually sticks.”

“Built by Pittsburgh Pirates legends Dick Groat and Jerry Lynch, Champion Lakes Golf Course & Resort pairs country club-quality, tree-lined bent grass greens with Laurel Highlands views. It’s a public track with legit pedigree, plus stay-and-play packages and a new outdoor patio bar when the round deserves a toast.”

From the Westmoreland County newsletter, September 1, 2026

“Bob O'Connor Golf Course is Pittsburgh’s walking-only, in-the-park escape with skyline views, The Bob 9 that suits beginners and accomplished golfers, the Palmer Loop to sharpen skills, and the Arnold Palmer Learning Center’s Trackman simulators when the weather is being... Pittsburgh.”

From the Pittsburgh newsletter, August 14, 2026

“Casual locale featuring three courses of indoor miniature golf along with a bar, drinks, food options, and friendly staff.”

“King Valley Golf Course is the kind of family-owned public track that keeps locals coming back for the views and the vibe, not just the scorecard. Join the Monday Night or Conrail leagues, or roll into one of their monthly tournaments and settle some friendly Altoona bragging rights.”

From the Altoona newsletter, August 22, 2026

“Tucked inside St. Nicholas Church in Millvale, Maxo Vanka Murals deliver 25 floor-to-ceiling gut punches painted in 1937 and 1941, mixing immigration, social justice, love, loss and war. Book a public or themed tour, then brag you finally saw our city's most under-the-radar masterpiece.”

From the Pittsburgh newsletter, September 5, 2026

“Whether you’re grinding through deadlines or just need an excuse to see some green, Cambrian Hills Golf Course is a full-service spot that’s actually peaceful and pretty. Friendly staff shepherd you from arrival to goodbye, so you can focus on good shots, bad jokes, and a little fresh air.”

From the Altoona newsletter, August 13, 2026

“IMAX dome theater at Carnegie Science Center screening large-scale educational films for children.”

“Stylish venue for golfing enthusiasts of any level, featuring 11 simulators, a full bar and good eats.”

“When you just want a crisp, well-kept loop without burning your whole day, Mt. Lebanon Golf Course is a historic 9-hole that plays year-round when the weather cooperates and keeps the focus on smooth fairways and honest greens. Friendly vibes, tidy greens, and the perfect excuse to sneak in a quick nine after work.”

From the Pittsburgh newsletter, August 20, 2026

“Harris Theater is rolling a new 4K restoration of The Piano and Mark Jenkin’s Rose of Nevada on 35mm, plus today’s Celebrating Elvis! with an impersonator and fun snacks. If you miss megaplex noise, stay home.”

From the Pittsburgh newsletter, August 18, 2026

“Trade the algorithm for actual vibes at Row House Cinemas. This week’s The Show Must Go On series rolls through Inside Llewyn Davis, Black Swan, All That Jazz, and Phantom of the Paradise, with a live folk set before Llewyn Davis that makes the Coens hit even harder.”

From the Penn Hills newsletter, August 26, 2026

“When you need a quick nine or a full 18 without leaving the South Hills, South Park Golf Course delivers classic muni vibes, forgiving fairways, and just enough challenge to keep the group chat humble. Grab your sticks, set a friendly wager, and make par-ish your weekday therapy.”

From the Pittsburgh newsletter, August 24, 2026

“Manor Theatre in Squirrel Hill keeps the neighborhood tradition alive with a newly renovated theater and a lineup heavy on imaginative indie, documentary, and foreign films.”

From the Pittsburgh newsletter, August 12, 2026

“Level up your mini golf this week at Puttshack in the Strip District Terminal. Their tech-infused courses auto-score every ridiculous bank shot while you fuel up on chef-driven shareables and craft cocktails. Perfect for date night, friendly trash talk, or corralling the crew for something actually fun.”

From the Pittsburgh newsletter, August 15, 2026