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Take a look below to see if your local Eat'n Park has a special event coming up to raise money for local children's hospitals! Learn more about our Caring for Kid's Campaign here!

Friday, November 29

Ugly Christmas Sweater Party and Rodeo Round-Up (5:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
Location: Robinson Eat'n Park

Rodeo Round-Up (6:00 AM - 11:00 PM)
Location: Hermitage Eat'n Park


Saturday, November 30

Pictures with Santa and Smiley (11:00 AM - 2:00 PM)
Location: Robinson Eat'n Park

Rodeo Round-Up
Location: Center Township Eat'n Park


Sunday, December 1

Franklin Park Eat'n Park Holiday Vendor and Craft Show (10:00 AM - 3:00 PM)
Location: Coraopolis VFW (412 Mulberry St, Coraopolis, PA 15108)

Pictures with Santa (10:00 AM - 2:00 PM)
Location: Moon Township Eat'n Park


Monday, December 2

Edgewood Bingo (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
Location: Robinson Eat'n Park
Tickets available to purchase at the door. 

Meet and Greet with Santa (4:00 PM - 7:00 PM)
Location: Washington Eat'n Park

Breakfast with Santa (8:00 AM - 11:00 AM)
Location: Indiana Eat'n Park


Tuesday, December 3

Edgeworth Wheeling Island and Oglebay Lights Bus Trip (12:00 PM - 10:00 PM)
Location: Winter Festival of Lights (Oglebay Dr, Wheeling, WV 26003)
First come, first served. Call (412) 741-4650 to reserve your seat.


Wednesday, December 4

Pictures with Santa (4:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
Location: Belle Vernon Eat'n Park
Join us to enjoy pictures with Santa, a balloon artist, face painting, and a 50/50 raffle.


Thursday, December 5

Pictures with Santa and Smiley (5:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
Location: Natrona Heights Eat'n Park
Join us for pictures with Santa, ornament making, and giveaways!


Rodeo Round-Up: If you happen to be dining at an Eat’n Park restaurant during this event, you will be encouraged to “round-up” your bill to the nearest dollar, donating the extra change to the campaign.

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It’s hard to believe that December is here and the holidays are already upon us. While there are busy schedules and stress that sometimes come along with this time of year, there are also long-beloved traditions that we look forward to all year long.

One long-running tradition here at Eat’n Park is our cherished Christmas Star commercial. Every year, we are moved by the comments we hear about this classic spot. Many of you have told us that it is what gets you in the holiday spirit, and that it reminds you of what the holidays are all about. We’ve even heard that the commercial has been referenced in Christmas Eve sermons!

This year marks the 37th anniversary of the commercial – and because it’s so timeless, it’s hard to believe that it has been around for so long. And just how did this classic come to be?

It all started in early 1982. Eat’n Park was just beginning to blossom into the family restaurant chain that you’re now familiar with, and the company was prospering. Our CEO at the time, Jim Broadhurst, wanted to create a holiday card on video to thank the city of Pittsburgh for their support of Eat’n Park.

So, Jim charged Ketchum, our ad agency at the time, with creating a message that would “last for 20 years.” Easy, right? Craig Otto, then a young Art Director, and Cathy Bowen, a fledgling Copy Writer at the time, lead the project. The pair worked for 3 weeks to generate over 30 ideas, none of which were met with approval. Eventually, they hit upon the idea of an animated commercial, but they still weren’t sure where they were going with it.

One Sunday shortly thereafter, Craig decided to come into the office. He sketched out a star, a traditional holiday image, and then stopped. “How does the star get to the top of the tree?” He played around with a few ideas until deciding that, of course, the star would need some help from the tree itself. In a fateful coincidence, Cathy had also decided to come in to the office that Sunday. So, while Craig worked out the illustrations, Cathy devised a simple, yet perfect sentiment to wrap up the commercial.

Jim immediately loved the spot, and an ageless favorite was born. Even better, the commercial has outlasted his original expectations. The idea of the relationship between the tree and the star illustrates a timeless holiday lesson – by helping another, you’re helping yourself, and you’re making the world a better place.

So, from everyone here at Eat’n Park, here’s hoping that the special lift you get this holiday season lasts all year long!

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Send some holiday cheer to family and friends near or far from SmileyCookie.com! With a wide variety of designs including reindeer, snowmen, Christmas Star, and more, these sweet treats are sure to deliver a smile to loved ones craving a taste of home. Plus, our products from SmileyCookie.com are individually wrapped and nut free, making them safe for all the elves in Santa’s workshop!

Order now and use the code “TREE20” by 12/16/2019 to take 20% off  any cookie or gift basket purchase at SmileyCookie.com! Coupon code not valid on gift cards or at Eat’n Park Restaurants.

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For many, the holiday season does not truly begin until they’ve seen our beloved Christmas Star commercial. First airing more than 35 years ago, it has since become an annual tradition shared by generations. With a timeless message of goodwill for all, it’s a classic that has stood the test of time.

From our family to yours, we hope the special lift you get this holiday season lasts all year long!

Waiting to see our classic commercial on your TV? Click here to see when it will be airing on TV in the Pittsburgh area!

Send the Star
Spread holiday cheer to all your friends and family both far and near by sending the star right to their email inbox at SendtheStar.com. This free greeting is a fun way to surprise your loved ones with special holiday tidings and let them know they’re on your mind!

Christmas Star Mugs
For the perfect stocking stuffer, stop by any of our locations to pick up one of our Christmas Star Ceramic Mugs for only $6.99. Did you know that 10% of all proceeds from these mugs will go to our Caring for Kids campaign , which benefits local children’s hospitals? Pick yours up today – they’re only available while supplies last!

Steel City Christmas Star Shirts
We’re partnering with our friends at Steel City  for some sweet new t-shirt designs , including one featuring our famous holiday commercial. With a textured look to add a vintage charm, this shirt is available exclusively at ShopSteelCity.com or at their store in Downtown Pittsburgh. Make sure to tell Santa to add it to your Christmas list!


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Between Thanksgiving Day festivities and a Black Friday shopping spree, you’ve got a busy week ahead! Since you’re focused on preparing for the big feast, let us help with your dinner plans with this coupon for $1 off a quart of soup or chili.

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Our Christmas Star commercial is a beloved favorite for young and old. Its simple, timeless message has resonated with viewers for over 35 years. Read on to see when it will be airing on TV in the Pittsburgh area! Check your local listings for times.

AMC

• Best Christmas Ever (Week of 12/9, 12/16)

FOOD NETWORK

• Holiday Baking Championship (Week of 12/2, 12/9, 12/16)

HALLMARK CHANNEL

• A Christmas Love Story (Week of 12/2)
• Christmas at Dollywood (Week of 12/2)
• Christmas in Evergreen: Tidings of Joy (Week of12/9)
• Alice in Christmasland (Week of 12/9)
• It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas (Week of 12/16)
• Holiday Date (Week of 12/16)

HGTV

• House Hunters: Home for the Holidays (Week of 12/9, 12/16)
• White House Christmas Tour (Week of 12/2)

LIFETIME

• It’s A Wonderful Life (Week of 11/25, 12/9, 12/16)

TBS

• 24 Hours of a Christmas Story (Christmas Eve)
• 24 Hours of a Christmas Story (Christmas Day) 

TNT

• 24 Hours of a Christmas Story (Christmas Eve)

FREEFORM

• 25 Days of Christmas (Week of 12/9, 12/16)

KDKA-TV

• Kennedy Center Honors (Week of 12/9)
• Frosty/Frosty Returns (Week of 12/9)
• Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer (Week of 12/2)

WPXI-TV 

• Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade (Week of 11/25)
• How the Grinch Stole Christmas (Week of 12/2)
• Christmas at Rockefeller Center (Week of 12/2)
• SNL Christmas Special (Week of 12/9)
• It’s a Wonderful Life (Week of 12/23)

WTAE-TV 

• Ellen Holiday Episodes (Week of 12/9, 12/16)
• Disney Christmas Parade (Week of 12/23)
• Great Christmas Light Fight (Week of 12/23)

WQED

• Peg + Cat + The Holidays (Week of 11/25, 12/16)
• Curious George: A Very Monkey Christmas (Week of 11/25)
• Let’s Go Luna: Luna’s Christmas Around the World (Week of 11/25)
• A Christmas Cookie Story (Week of 12/2)
• The Cat in the Hat Knows a lot About Christmas (Week of 12/2)
• Wild Kratts: A Creature Christmas (Week of 12/2)
• Nature Cat: A Nature Carol (Week of 12/9)
• Christmas with the Tabernacle Choir (Week of 12/9)
• The Ornament of the World (Week of 12/9)
• It’s Pittsburgh / Santa Will Lie the Sleigh (Week of 12/9)
• Christmas on the Danube (Week of 12/9)
• Lidia Celebrates America / Return of the Artisans (Week of 12/9)
• Christmas at Belmont (Week of 12/16)
• Happy Holidays in Pittsburgh (Week of 12/16)

Can't wait to see our beloved commercial on TV? Click below to watch it now!



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Christmas decorations are springing up all over town and holiday music has arrived on the radio. It’s official… the holiday season is officially here, and we can’t wait to gather around the table with those that we hold dear. In fact, we will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, November 28, so that our wonderful team members can spend the holiday with their families.

We hope you’ll stop by to see us on Friday for our special Black Friday Shoppers’ Breakfast and Fruit Buffet, available at select locations. It's perfect for all the early morning bargain hunters out there who need some fuel (and coffee)!

Check out the list below to find your nearest holiday buffet locations and times:

Black Friday Shoppers’ Breakfast Buffet (Friday, November 29 for $8.49):

Pennsylvania locations:
Altoona: 5:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Avalon: 7:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Banksville: 7:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Belle Vernon: 7:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Bethel Park (Library Road): 7:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Bridgeville: No Shopper’s Buffet
Butler (Clearview): 5:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Butler (United): 7:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Center Twp.: 7:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Chippewa: 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Clarion: 7:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Cranberry (Marshall Twp): 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Dormont: No Shopper's Buffet
Dubois: 6:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Edgewood: No Shopper’s Buffet
Erie (Peach Street): 5:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Etna (Shaler): No Shopper’s Buffet
Franklin: 7:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Franklin Park: 7:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Greensburg: 5:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Grove City: 5:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Hampton Twp.: 7:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Hermitage: 7:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Indiana: 6:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Johnstown: 6:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Latrobe: 6:30 AM - 11:00 AM
McKeesport: No Shopper's Buffet
McKnight Rd. (Northbound): 7:30 AM - 11:00 AM
McKnight Rd. (Southbound): 7:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Monongahela: 7:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Monroeville: 6:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Moon Twp.: 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Murrysville: 7:30 AM - 11:00 AM
North Huntingdon: 6:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Natrona Hts.: 7:30 AM - 11:00 AM
New Kensington: No Shopper’s Buffet
New Stanton: 7:30 AM – 11:00 AM
North Versailles: 7:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Penn Hills: No Shopper’s Buffet
Peters Township : 7:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Pittsburgh Mills: 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Robinson: 6:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Sewickley: 7:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Somerset: 6:00 AM-11:00 AM
South Hills Village: 6:00 AM- 10:30 AM
Squirrel Hill: No Shopper’s Buffet
Uniontown: 5:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Washington (Mall): 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Waterfront: 7:00 AM-11:00 AM
Waterworks: 7:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Westmont: 7:30 AM-10:30 AM
Whitehall: 7:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Ohio locations:
Austintown: 7:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Steubenville: 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM
St. Clairsville: 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Warren: 7:30 AM - 10:30 AM

West Virginia locations:
Clarksburg: 7:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Morgantown: 7:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Weirton: 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Wheeling Highlands: 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Christmas is right around the corner and it’s time to get shopping! Our new line of ceramic Smiley Mugs are available at all locations and the perfect stocking stuffer for the Eat’n Park fan in your life. Be Santa’s helper this holiday season and pick up one up today for only $6.99!

Don’t forget about the ultimate Christmas Gift – a Christmas Star Mug! Available at all locations while supplies last, these classic mugs are contributing to a great cause… 10% of proceeds from our Christmas Star Mugs will go to our Caring for Kids campaign, which benefits local children’s hospitals. Click here to learn more about how you can help give to our annual campaign!


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Our Caring for Kids campaign is still going strong! Read on to learn what’s happening at some of our locations this week.

Friday, November 22

Rodeo Round-Up (5:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
Location: Robinson Eat'n Park

Rodeo Round-Up (6:00 AM - 11:00 PM)
Location: Hermitage Eat'n Park

Breakfast with Santa (9:00 AM - 11:00 AM)
Location: Indiana Eat'n Park

Family Fun Day (9:00 AM - 8:00 PM)
Location: Wheeling Eat'n Park


Saturday, November 23

Marshall Twp. Cash Bash (4:00 PM - 9:00 PM)
Location: Economy VFD (3308 Conway Wallrose Rd, Sewickley, PA 15143)
Tickets are $25 and include dinner.


Sunday, November 24

Murrysville Spaghetti Lunch (12:00 PM - 5:00 PM)
Location: Astorri's Tavern (2831 PA-66, Export, PA 15632)
Tickets are $10 at the door.

Skate for a Cause (2:00 PM - 4:00 PM)
Location: UPMC Lemieux Sports Complex (8000 Cranberry Springs Dr, Cranberry Twp, PA 16066)
Buy tickets here for $10. Includes entrance to public skate and skate rental. Due to limited sizes please feel free to bring your own skates.


Rodeo Round-Up: If you happen to be dining at an Eat’n Park restaurant during this event, you will be encouraged to “round-up” your bill to the nearest dollar, donating the extra change to the campaign.


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Thanksgiving is almost here and it’s time to start preparing for your big feast: Turkey? Check. Cranberry Sauce? Check. Eat’n Park Pies? Check!

With a wide selection of fresh-baked pies including Oreo Crème, Apple, Pumpkin Crème, and more, we have something for everyone to feast on at your table. For the Thanksgiving Dinner traditionalists out there, our delicious Pumpkin Pie is on sale right now for only $8.99!

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As the holiday shopping season kicks into high gear, we’re excited to announce our new partnership with Pittsburgh-based clothing company, Steel City. Available exclusively on the Steel City website, you’ll find several Eat’n Park inspired designs that would be the perfect surprise for any Pittsburgher in your life!

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Our Caring for Kids campaign is in full swing! Here's what's happening at some of our locations!

Friday, November 15, 2018

Rodeo Round-Up (5:00 - 8:00 PM)
Location: Robinson Eat'n Park

Rodeo Round-Up (6:00 AM - 11:00 PM)
Location: Hermitage Eat'n Park


Saturday, November 16

Rodeo Round-Up
Location: Edgewood Eat'n Park

Breakfast with a Princess (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM)
Location: Center Township Eat'n Park


Sunday, November 17

Pictures with Santa (10:00 AM - 2:00 PM)
Location: Moon Township Eat'n Park

Johnstown Eat'n Park Basket Party and Bake Sale (1:00 - 5:00 PM)
Location: 1st Slovak Band Hall (716 Chestnut St., Cambria City, Johnstown PA, 15906)
Tickets are $8 at the door.


Tuesday, November 19

Washington Eat'n Park Spaghetti Dinner and Bake Sale (4:00 - 8:00 PM)
Location: South Strabane Fire Hall (172 Oak Spring Rd., Washington, Pa 15301)
Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children.


Thursday, November 21

Papparazzi Jewelry Party (5:00 - 8:00 PM)
Location: Indiana Eat'n Park

Belle Vernon Bowling Party (6:30 - 9:00 PM)
Location: Brunswick Zone (4742 Pa 51, Belle Vernon, Pa 15012)
Pay at the door.


Rodeo Round-Up: If you happen to be dining at an Eat’n Park restaurant during this event, you will be encouraged to “round-up” your bill to the nearest dollar, donating the extra change to the campaign.

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There are many reasons to give thanks this month: for friends, family, and delicious Pumpkin Pie! We’re also thankful for you and we hope you'll enjoy this coupon for a free slice of Pumpkin Pie – on us!


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Gobble up something sweet this Thanksgiving with Turkey Cookies from SmileyCookie.com, only available at SmileyCookie.com! These nut-free, individually wrapped cookies are hand iced and decorated with care, making them a tasty addition to your dessert table. They’re also available in bulk!
Need a gift idea for your Thanksgiving dinner host? Our Thanksgiving Sugar Cookie Gift Basket is the way to go! Complete with 6 Turkey, 6 Classic Fall, and 18 Mini Fall Smiley® Cookies in a wicker basket, this gift pack will certainly show your host that you’re thankful for them!

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Two years ago, we decided to expand our philanthropic efforts at Eat’n Park Hospitality Group to better support our veterans and their families. We knew this was a cause that was important to both our team members and our guests – so we em”barked” on a journey with Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs (GAMSD) and sponsored the training of Parker, a service dog that would ultimately be paired with a veteran in our region!


Since the start of Parker’s journey two years ago, she’s gone through extensive training – from learning how to interact with children and adults, mastering basic commands, recognizing increased anxiety, and sensing nightmares, she’s been preparing to save and change a life.

We’re proud to announce that Parker now has a new leash on life with a local veteran in Western PA. But it’s not just Parker who has a new leash on life – it’s also our recipient. Check out Parker’s full journey in the video below!

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Take a look below to see if your local Eat'n Park has a special event coming up to raise money for local children's hospitals! Learn more about our Caring for Kid's Campaign here!

Friday, November 8, 2019

Rodeo Round-up (5:00 PM  - 8:00 PM)
Location: Robinson Eat'n Park

Rodeo Round-up (6:00 AM  - 11:00 PM)
Location: Hermitage Eat'n Park


Saturday, November 9,  2019

Cash Bash (5:00 PM - 9:00 PM)
Location: Greensburg Hose Company #1 (6 McLaughlin Dr, Greensburg, PA 156013)
Tickets can be purchased at the door or in advance at Greensburg Eat'n Park

Family Fun Day (9:00 AM - 8:00 PM)
Location: Wheeling Eat'n Park

Belle Vernon Eat'n Park Bingo (3:00 PM - 7:00 PM)
Location: Hoot Owl Athletic Association (129 Forth Ave, New Eagle, PA 15607
Enjoy Bingo, Chinese Auctions, 50/50 Raffle, Tip Boards and $500 Jack Pot!


Wednesday, November 13,  2019

Whitehall Eat'n Park Spaghetti Dinner (4:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
Location: North Zion Lutheran Preschool (5100 Brownsville Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15236)
Tickets can be purchased at the door for $10 per adult and $7 per child, or at Whitehall Eat'n Park for $7 per adult and $4 per child.


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Since 1979, Eat'n Park guests and team members have united every November and December to do some serious fundraising for local children’s hospitals. That's right - it's time for Caring for Kids! Since the start of our campaign, we have raised over $11 million in total contributions and want to keep that momentum going!

Read on to learn how you can help support our 41st Annual Caring for Kids campaign!


$2 Raffle Tickets – 2019 Ford Ranger

Our generous partner, Neighborhood Ford Store, has kindly donated a 2019 Ford Ranger to the campaign - so one lucky guest is going to be taking home a pretty sweet Christmas present!

Raffle tickets are available for just $2 each at our PA and OH locations. Just ask your server for one (or 10!) for your chance to win. Proceeds from the raffle go benefit the campaign.

For full details and raffle restrictions, click here.


10% of proceeds from our ceramic Christmas Star Mugs will go to our Caring for Kids campaign. Available at all of our locations for only $6.99, they’re the perfect stocking stuffer for the Eat’n Park fan in your life!

Stop in to pick yours up today – they’re only available while supplies last!

• Akron Children's Hospital Mahoning Valley 
• Arnot Ogden Medical Center 
• Children's Hospital of Philadelphia 
• Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh Foundation 
• Comer Children’s Hospital 
• Dayton Children's Hospital 
• Four Diamonds Fund at Penn State 
• Geisinger Health System 
• Indiana Regional Medical Center 
• Johns Hopkins Children's Center 
• Penn Highlands Healthcare 
• Saint Vincent Health System 
• Toledo Children’s Hospital  
• University of Virginia Children's Hospital 
• West Virginia University Children's Hospital 

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Enhancing the lives of our military, veterans and their families is one of the three focus areas of our philanthropic efforts . In addition to supporting various organizations dedicated to serving veterans, all November long, former and current military members will receive 10% off for themselves and their entire party each visit (dine-in only).


Proof of service is required for this discount, so please be prepared to show your Military ID or your Veteran Designation on your driver’s license. We will also extend this promotion to service members who arrive in uniform. The 10% discount will be applied to any meals on the same check.

While this offer cannot be combined with any other coupon offer or discount, it can be used with our free coffee promotion for voters on Election Day on Tuesday, November 5.

This offer is valid November 1-30, 2019 and not available for takeout.

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We’re ready to rock the vote this Tuesday and want to help reward our fellow voters… Show us your voting stub or sticker this Election Day, November 5th, and we’ll pour you a hot, steaming cup of coffee on the house!

Offer not available for takeout or online ordering.

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