A Taste of McKean
The Rotary Butler Cultural District and Experience Butler County invite you to A Taste of McKean on Friday, October 16, 2026, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. along Butler’s historic McKean Street.
Enjoy a festive “Happy Hour” before heading to Dueling Pianos at the Penn Theater at 7 p.m. or Side Show at the Butler Musical Theatre Guild’s William Lehnerd Performance Hall in Butler Memorial Park at 7:30 p.m.
Friday, October 16, 2026
5:00–7:30 p.m.
McKean Street, Butler, PA
Entertainment Along McKean Street
There will be plenty to see and do throughout the evening. Strolling magician Steve Haberman and caricature artist Adam Walmsley will entertain guests at the Butler Public Library.
At the Maridon Museum, enjoy jazz performed by Gary Kleeman and try your hand at making origami ghosts and pumpkins. Strolling button box musician Nic Landon also returns, sharing music along with a little history and education.
Fall & Halloween Porch Decorating Contest
Take a stroll along McKean Street, where residents will compete in a porch decorating contest. Walk the entire street and enjoy some of the neighborhood’s best fall and Halloween displays.
Food, Drinks & Wristbands
Guests can enjoy appetizers from the Monroe Hotel, along with local wines, brews and other beverages.
Show your digital ticket for any upcoming Butler theater performance at the entrance to the library, museum or beverage tent to receive a wristband. Wristbands may also be purchased for $15 each.
