Riverfront Park sits on the banks of the Susquehanna River and is also where the Luzerne County Rail Trail begins. The Art Loop Trail adds a distinct focus on art, while the market and festivals offer further reasons to visit. When planning your overnight stay, it is worth first deciding what you want to focus on: the river, art, an event or a seasonal market.
By the Water: Riverfront Park and Rail Trail
The Luzerne County Rail Trail begins in Riverfront Park; its starting point is near the Fort Jenkins Bridge. As a trail near Pittston, it combines views of the Susquehanna River and local history with outdoor recreation for walkers, runners and cyclists.
The park and trail offer different experiences: the park is right on the riverfront, while the trail brings together river views, history and exercise. If this combination interests you, you can take both aspects into account when choosing where to stay in Pittston.
Sculptures Along the Art Loop Trail
The Art Loop Trail is located behind the Pittston Memorial Library and opened on September 7, 2026. It features 25 permanent sculptures by local, regional and nationally recognized artists. Art lovers of all ages can explore the trail on their own.
The collection brings together different levels of artistic recognition in one place in Pittston. Its self-guided format makes the Art Loop Trail a distinct focus for your trip planning if public art is a priority.
Riverfest and the Pittston Tomato Festival
Riverfront Park is the venue for the annual Riverfest. Traditions of the Pittston Tomato Festival include an annual parade, a 5K run and a one-mile run, the Little Miss & Mr. Tomato contest, a tomato contest and a spaghetti-eating contest. The festival also features food stands, live entertainment, arts and crafts, carousel rides and games, as well as the famous locally grown Pittston tomatoes.
During the Pittston Tomato Festival weekend, family-friendly activities and community events take place downtown. If you want to plan your trip around a festival, check the specific event dates before choosing your accommodation dates.
Market Visits and Travel Dates
The Pittston City Farmers’ Market runs every Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., July through November. Local farms, bakeries and shops are represented there. The market therefore offers a different reason to visit than the festivals: both the day of the week and the stated seasonal period matter.
To visit the market, plan for a Tuesday between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. during the July-to-November period. For a festival visit, the specific festival dates are key. If your main interest is art or the riverfront, those themes can guide your choice of travel dates.
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For the broader travel overview: Luzerne.
