Here are 5 things to do in Westmoreland this weekend: Sept. 26-28

Autumn is upon us — are you ready to enjoy cooler temperatures, spooky vibes and hot drinks? Here are a few fun events to kick back and enjoy this weekend.

Mt. Pleasant Glass and Ethnic Festival

The Mt. Pleasant Glass and Ethnic Festival celebrates the borough’s glass making tradition all weekend. The event will have something for everyone, from a parade to a pet contest to kids’ activities and more.

Take a glimpse into history with Old Town Mt. Pleasant. Indulge in delicious eats from a variety of ethnic food sources. Browse a variety of glass vendors and collectors with beautiful wares. And dance along to a full slate of live entertainment throughout the festival’s three days.

Learn all the details at mtpleasant glassandethnicfestival.com.

‘The Addams Family’ musical

Enjoy this spooky, mysterious musical from Stage Right with two amazing casts comprised of more than 50 students from Westmoreland County. The atmosphere, score and plot of “The Addams Family” will thrill audiences this weekend at the Greensburg Garden and Civic Center.

Young Wednesday Addams is bringing home her new boyfriend … and his parents. But the kooky Addams Family has another dilemma; the new beau is as straight-laced as they come. What high jinks will ensue when the crazy Addams Family meets a normal new addition?

Performances will be held at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and at 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at the Greensburg Garden and Civic Center, 951 Old Salem Road. To get tickets, visit stageright.ludus.com.

HallowBoo at Idlewild

It’s not time to rule out theme parks just yet. This fall, head to Idlewild & SoakZone in Ligonier Township to enjoy an autumn transformation and new seasonal activities for all ages.

In addition to keeping open many of the rides that thrill patrons in the summer months, Idlewild will offer additional attractions for this Halloween season. They will include tasty fall favorite concessions, trick-or-treating through the beloved Story Book Forest, costumed characters, fall decorations and more.

HallowBoo season will last through Oct. 28, so don’t miss your opportunity to make autumn memories at the park, 2574 Lincoln Highway. Visit Idlewild.com for passes.

‘The Sound of Music’ at The Palace Theatre

For an older family favorite musical, visit The Palace Theatre in Greensburg this weekend for the classic “The Sound of Music,” presented by Westmoreland Performing Arts.

Featuring the von Trapp family and their lovable governess Maria, this story takes audiences back to Austria in the early 1900s for an unforgettable story. Longtime favorite songs including “My Favorite Things,” “Do-Re-Mi” and “Climb Every Mountain” will delight audiences both old and new.

Performances will be held at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday at The Palace Theatre, 21 W. Otterman St. in Greensburg. Tickets range from $20-$40 for adults. Get yours at westmorelandculturaltrust.org.

The Cure tribute

Time to go back to the ’80s, put on your eyeliner and get ready for some of the memorable songs of The Cure with Lovesong at The Lamp Theatre in Irwin.

The Cure frontman Robert Smith is a distinctive personality onstage, and Lovesong is headed by Rusty Wilmot, who perfectly embodies the iconic singer. You’ll hear fan favorite songs including “Pictures of You,” “Boys Don’t Cry,” “Just Like Heaven” and, of course, “Lovesong.”

The show will be held at 8 p.m. on Saturday at The Lamp Theatre, 222 Main St., Irwin. Tickets are $33. To get yours, visit lamptheatre.org.