LINESVILLE, Pa. — The annual Pymatuning Onion Fest is set to return to Linesville Beach on Friday and Saturday, July 10-11, bringing together local artisans, educational exhibits, outdoor recreation activities, entertainment, and one of the region’s most unique agricultural traditions—celebrating the once-famous onion fields of the Pymatuning area.
Hosted by the Pymatuning Lake Association, the two-day festival will take place at Linesville Beach, Linesville Beach, Pymatuning State Park, 3443 West Erie St., Linesville, Pa., next to the Linesville Marina. Festival hours are 2-8 p.m. on Friday, July 10, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, July 11.
Visitors to the Festival can expect to explore more than 40 booths, offering a wide variety of artisan crafts and outdoor-themed products, including handmade jewelry, birdhouses, freeze-dried candy, homemade fishing lures, and other unique items. Also featured will be several educational booths and interactive experiences designed to engage attendees of all ages. Educational and conservation partners scheduled to participate include Tamarack Birds of Prey, the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission, and exhibits exploring the history of the region’s onion fields.
Highlights of this year’s event include:
• More than 30 craft and specialty vendors
• A variety of food trucks
• A 5K race
• Educational exhibits from conservation and wildlife organizations
• Archery demonstrations and hands-on activities
• Blooming onions!
• New this year: Fish USA
“The Pymatuning Onion Fest is a celebration of our community’s agricultural heritage, natural resources, and local businesses,” said Katie Wickert, Vice-President of the Pymatuning Lake Association. “We invite families, visitors, and outdoor enthusiasts to join us for a weekend of good food, entertainment, education, and fun along the shores of Pymatuning Lake.”
The festival is supported by the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Pymatuning State Park Staff, and community partners dedicated to promoting recreation, conservation, and local tourism in the Pymatuning region.
Additional event details are available through the Pymatuning Lake Association and Pymatuning State Park.
