Upcoming Events & Features

Scroll through to see a sampling of what’s happening now in and around Venango County, PA and dive deeper to learn what else awaits you on your next trip to the Oil Region!

Farmers / Curb / Artisan / Open Air Markets

May 30, 2024 - October 20, 2024
Farmers/Curb/Artisan/Open Air Markets Franklin Curb & Artisan Market Wednesdays & Saturdays, May-October 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. 12th St. Island... Read More

Leaf Peeping

September 30, 2024 - October 26, 2024
Get out and enjoy all the amazing autumnal color of the changing leaves in Northwest PA. Bonus points if you... Read More

OC 100 Trail Runs

October 12, 2024 - October 13, 2024
Saturday, October 12, 2024 Unforgiving. Historic. Gnarly. Do you have what it takes? This trail race in four lengths covers... Read More

Oil Region Bass Tournament

October 13, 2024
October 13, 2024 6:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. The first 49 two-person teams to register will be eligible for a... Read More

Rock Oil Foliage Frenzy Gravel Bike Poker Run

October 19, 2024
9 a.m. This is a bicycle event that will start and finish in the valley that changed the world, Titusville... Read More

Tarbell Tea — Served by Student Re-Enactors

October 20, 2024
1 p.m. 324 E. Main St., Titusville, PA Join Titusville High School students as they portray real life characters from... Read More

Dracula at the Barrow

October 31, 2024 - November 3, 2024
Dracula "I want your fear. For your fear, like a current, rushes through your body. Your fear makes your heart... Read More

Tarbell Tea — Served by Student Re-enactors

November 9, 2024
Saturday, November 9, 2024 1 p.m. 324 E. Main St., Titusville, PA Join Titusville High School students as they portray... Read More

Holiday at Burgess Drive Through Light Display

November 29, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Free, drive through holiday light display nightly from Black Friday through New Year's Eve at Burgess Park in Titusville hosted... Read More
National Heritage Area - Oil Region

Explore the Oil Region

Check out this interactive map of our beautiful Oil Region National Heritage Area – A Museum You Can Hike, Bike, Float & Fish!

Lodging

Discover the comfort and charm of the Oil Region. Whether you’re looking for a rustic retreat, a cozy B&B, a tried and true chain hotel, or whatever keeps you closest to the trail, river, or competition, we have a wide variety of options to suit your needs.

Dining

Experience a diverse array of local fan favorites from deep-fried fair specialties to health-conscious choices, and homegrown staples like ham loaf, pierogies, and loaded sandwiches, each reflecting the region’s culinary heritage. Pictured is a dish from Bella Cucina, a fine dining favorite, in Franklin

Festivals & Events

The Oil Region is home to a variety of special events, from festivals to free concerts, trail races to Jeep rides, fishing contests to BBQ cookoffs, nature walks to nightlife, live theater to lectures. There’s something for everyone. Find your next fun thing here.

Get to Know the Oil Region

Experience heritage and adventure in the Oil Region, where every trail tells a story and every activity is one step from making history.

History & Heritage

The Oil Region National Heritage Area is home to a rich history that includes stories of innovation, perseverance, and fortunes won and lost in connection to the birth of the oil industry.

Outdoor Recreation

Our area has recovered from the industrial boom to become an outdoor recreation paradise. The Allegheny River, Oil Creek State Park, and more than 70 miles of paved bike trails that make up a portion of the Erie to Pittsburgh Trail are just a few examples.

Arts & Culture

Galleries, concerts, museums, makers, and performances abound here. Murals and sculptures greet you at every turn along with friendly, welcoming faces and the opportunity to get creative yourself.

A Member of the National Heritage Area System by the National Park Service
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