Events
Events
See what’s happening in Downtown Pittsburgh with the official neighborhood calendar.
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June
Entertainment,
Family
Unicorn World
Jun 29, 2024 - Jun 30, 2024
Your ticket unlocks a world of enchantment at Unicorn World! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Workshops & Classes
Dance Camp
Jun 29, 2024 | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
The August Wilson African American Cultural Center is thrilled to bring back Dance Camp for the 3rd year, with educator Christian “JITA” Brown. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Family
PCLO SHOW CARE - The Color Purple
Jun 29, 2024 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
For parents torn between the desire to experience the magic of the stage and the responsibility of childcare, Pittsburgh CLO offers a solution. READ MORE
Workshops & Classes
Laser Cutting 201: Laser Rotary Attachment
Jun 28, 2024 | 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
The laser is a great tool for etching glass and painted metal surfaces. Learn how to use the rotary attachment to etch your own designs into cups, bottles, and other round items! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Free event,
Online & Virtual Events
Lit Friday: Nicholas Goodly
Jun 28, 2024 | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Nicholas Goodly joins LIT Friday to discuss Black Swim. READ MORE
Community,
Free event
Pride and Joy Community Day
Jun 28, 2024 | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Join us for a special Pride edition of Community Day at the August Wilson African American Cultural Center, where we come together to celebrate unity, diversity, and love in the LGBTQIA+ community. READ MORE
Community,
Nightlife
Pride and Joy
Jun 28, 2024 | 8:00 pm - 12:00 am
Join us at the August Wilson African American Cultural Center for our 2nd Annual Pride and Joy event, an event that celebrates the pride, resilience, and empowerment of Black queer individuals. READ MORE
Convention
Snow & Ice Management Association 2024 Symposium
Jun 26, 2024 - Jun 28, 2024
The SIMA’s Symposium is a must-attend event for manufacturers eager to display their latest technologies and services to the snow professional community. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
The Color Purple
Jun 25, 2024 - Jun 30, 2024
This musical adaptation of Alice Walker’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel (and the popular 1985 Steven Spielberg film) spotlights Celie, a downtrodden young woman whose personal awakening over the course of 40 years forms the arc of this epic story. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Family,
Free event,
Online & Virtual Events
Storytime Spotlight
Jun 25, 2024 | 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Storytime Spotlight is an educational series presented by the August Wilson African American Cultural Center that introduces young children to books that features stories, songs, rhymes, and fingerplays. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Music
A Night at the Symphony with Laufey
Jun 24, 2024 - Jun 25, 2024 | 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Raised in D.C. and Reykjavik, with Icelandic and Chinese roots, Laufey's classical piano and cello training from her mother collided with her love for her father's jazz records. READ MORE
Convention,
Workshops & Classes
ASNT Research Symposium
Jun 24, 2024 - Jun 28, 2024
Join us at the ASNT Research Symposium 2024 and be at the forefront of "Innovations in NDE: Beyond Boundaries." READ MORE
Community,
Free event,
Outdoor
The Pittsburgh Congenital Heart Walk Presented by US Steel
Jun 23, 2024 | 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
Join passionate walkers, teams, sponsors, and volunteers as we walk to support The Children's Heart Foundation's mission: to advance the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of congenital heart defects by funding the most promising research. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Nightlife
Pete Davidson: Prehab Tour
Jun 23, 2024
Pete Davidson is the creator, executive producer, writer and star of Peacock’s critically acclaimed comedy “Bupkis.” READ MORE
Workshops & Classes
Laser Cutting 101
Jun 21, 2024 | 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Learn to use the 40W laser at Fab Lab Carnegie Science Center to safely cut and etch your own designs! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Music
Let's Groove Tonight: Motown & The Philly Sound
Jun 21, 2024 - Jun 23, 2024
Magic melodies come to life as the pop, soul and R&B sounds of Motown and the famous hits from the Philly Sound face off in this exciting concert experience READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Festival
2024 Pittsburgh Tattoo Festival
Jun 21, 2024 - Jun 22, 2024
The Pittsburgh Tattoo Festival brings more than 200 of the best world’s artist to showcase their artistic skills. The event will also feature merch selling and related tattoo art activities, all under one roof. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Nightlife
DVE Comedy Festival
Jun 21, 2024 | 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
The DVE Comedy Fest, an Annual Night of Comedy, for you to enjoy at The Byham Theater. READ MORE
Music,
Outdoor
Brothers Osborne: Might As Well Be Us Tour
Jun 20, 2024 | 6:30 pm - 11:00 pm
Featuring the Cadillac Three READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Free event
Intermission: The Artful Happy Hour Series
Jun 20, 2024 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Drink. Dine. Dance. Decompress. READ MORE
Holidays
National Martini Day at Bae Bae's
Jun 19, 2024 | 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
In case you needed an excuse, join us for National Martini Day June 19th! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Music
Howie Alexander
Jun 18, 2024 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
HOWIE ALEXANDER, who hails from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, grew up in a home filled with jazz, R&B, and funk. READ MORE
Music
Lucinda Williams
Jun 18, 2024 | 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Lucinda Williams’ music has gotten her through her darkest days. It’s been that way since growing up amid family chaos in the Deep South, as she recounts in her candid new memoir, Don’t Tell Anybody the Secrets I told You. READ MORE
Convention
Metal Powder Industries Federation 2024 Powdermet
Jun 17, 2024 - Jun 19, 2024
Our conference will provide a platform for the exchange of information regarding the most recent scientific and technical advancements in the realm of powder metallurgy. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Music
Chris Coles: 9 Lives Project ft. Sean Jones
Jun 17, 2024 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Chris is a Yamaha Performing Artist currently based out of Akron, Ohio and serves on the faculty at Oberlin Conservatory, The University of Akron and The Tri-C Creative Arts JazzFest Academy where he takes pride in bridging the gap to help the next generation of jazz giants. READ MORE
Family,
Holidays
Father's Day BBQ Brunch
Jun 16, 2024 | 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Let the National Aviary treat you and your loved one to a special day! READ MORE
Music
Lionel Richie and Earth Wine and Fire
Jun 16, 2024 | 7:30 pm - 11:30 pm
Sing a Song All Night Long Tour READ MORE
Holidays
Father's Day at Bae Bae's
Jun 16, 2024 | 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
Treat your dad and join us for Father's Day! READ MORE
Convention,
Sports + Recreation
USA Weightlifting 2024 National Championship / Judo Jr. Olympics
Jun 15, 2024 - Jun 23, 2024
READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Family
PCLO SHOW CARE - West Side Story
Jun 15, 2024 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
For parents torn between the desire to experience the magic of the stage and the responsibility of childcare, Pittsburgh CLO offers a solution. READ MORE
Entertainment
Laser Bob Marley
Jun 14, 2024 | 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Laser Bob Marley brings to life some of Marley’s best-known songs in a unique and inspiring show. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Music,
Nightlife
Laser Pink Floyd - The Wall
Jun 14, 2024 | 9:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Rock’s greatest opera comes to life in lasers. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Music,
Nightlife
Laser Rock Monsters | PG-13
Jun 14, 2024 | 10:00 pm - 11:00 pm
We’re on the “Highway to Hell” this fall! Grow out a mullet and bang your head to Laser Rock Monsters. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Music,
Nightlife
Best of Laser Floyd
Jun 14, 2024 | 11:00 pm - 12:00 am
Go on an audiovisual journey through some of the best of Pink Floyd’s discography, including favorites from Dark Side of the Moon, The Wall, The Division Bell, and more! READ MORE
Workshops & Classes
3D Printing 101
Jun 14, 2024 | 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Learn to design and print on Fab Lab’s 3D printers and explore the technology of 3D printing using a 3D printing pen. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Festival,
Free event,
Holidays,
Outdoor
2024 Western Pennsylvania Juneteenth Celebration
Jun 14, 2024 - Jun 16, 2024
READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Music
Fifteen & Firebird: The Season Finale
Jun 14, 2024 - Jun 16, 2024
A fantastical finale to a fabulous season READ MORE
Music,
Outdoor
T-Pain's Mansion in Wiscansin Party
Jun 12, 2024 | 6:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Featuring LaRussell, NandoSTL, and Young Ca$h READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
West Side Story
Jun 11, 2024 - Jun 16, 2024
Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet is transported to modern-day New York City as two young, idealistic lovers find themselves caught between warring street gangs, the American Jets and the Puerto Rican Sharks. READ MORE
Family,
Workshops & Classes
Summer Camp - Brick Engineers
Jun 10, 2024 - Jun 14, 2024 | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Do you have what it takes to be a LEGO® engineer? Build 2D and 3D models, then tackle daily challenges and activities. READ MORE
Tours
Antique Skyscrapers Rooftop Views
Jun 8, 2024 - Jun 9, 2024
Climb atop four historic Pittsburgh skyscrapers for spectacular views and learn about the amazing stories and people behind these landmarks READ MORE
Convention,
Workshops & Classes
Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists 2024
Jun 8, 2024 - Jun 12, 2024
The CSTE Annual Conference serves as a nexus for over 2,500 public health epidemiologists nationwide. The event encompasses various activities, such as workshops, plenary sessions featuring leaders in public health, oral breakout sessions, roundtable discussions, and poster presentations. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Workshops & Classes
Dance Camp
Jun 8, 2024 | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
The August Wilson African American Cultural Center is thrilled to bring back Dance Camp for the 3rd year, with educator Christian “JITA” Brown. READ MORE
Shopping
Leisuretime Warehouse Summer Spa Show 2024
Jun 7, 2024 - Jun 9, 2024
You don’t want to miss the Summer Spa Show in Pittsburgh and the unique opportunity to browse and buy the latest products and technologies available today in hot tubs, swim spas, and saunas. READ MORE
Workshops & Classes
Blender 101
Jun 7, 2024 | 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Learn the basics of Blender, a free and open-source 3D sculpting and modeling software! READ MORE
Music,
Outdoor
Modest Mouse with special guest Cat Power - Summer 2024
Jun 7, 2024 | 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Music
Darkness to Light: Manfred & Mahler 5
Jun 7, 2024 - Jun 9, 2024
Experience the transcendence READ MORE
Convention,
Workshops & Classes
Smart Manufacturing Experience 2024
Jun 3, 2024 - Jun 8, 2024
The Smart Manufacturing Experience is geared toward professionals eager to advance the future of manufacturing through quality, cutting edge technologies, and the most skilled workforce. READ MORE
Convention
IASA Xchange 2024
Jun 2, 2024 - Jun 9, 2024
Our Annual Conference & Business Show features over 80 educational sessions, hundreds of products showcased on the trading floor, and incredible networking opportunities. READ MORE
Community,
Music
Nick Staples Presents Pride on the Shore 2024
Jun 2, 2024 | 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Featuring Chappell Roan, Jess Glynne, Slayyter, G FLIP, Matt Suave, The Scarlet Opera, Kaleena Zanders, Jessica Wild, and Xunami Muse READ MORE
Community,
Workshops & Classes
Jewish Genealogy Day
Jun 2, 2024 | 10:30 am - 3:00 pm
Lara Diamond leads two dynamic sessions on Jewish genealogy. READ MORE
Convention,
Workshops & Classes
Insurance Accounting & Systems Association 2024 Annual Conference & Business Show
Jun 2, 2024 - Jun 9, 2024
Our Annual Conference & Business Show features over 80 educational sessions, hundreds of products showcased on the trading floor, and incredible networking opportunities. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Music
PSO360: Benjamin Grosvenor
Jun 1, 2024 | 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
British pianist Benjamin Grosvenor, heralded as one of the most important pianists to emerge from the United Kingdom in decades, is internationally recognized for his sonorous lyricism and understated brilliance at the keyboard. READ MORE
Music,
Outdoor
Kenny Chesney Sun Goes Down 2024 Tour
Jun 1, 2024 | 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
With Zac Brown Band and special guests Megan Moroney and Uncle Kracker READ MORE
Convention,
Workshops & Classes
3 Rivers Comicon
Jun 1, 2024 - Jun 2, 2024
Putting the comics back in comicon since 2016! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Music
Pittsburgh CLO presents Jeff Golfblum & the Mildred Snitzer Orchestra
Jun 1, 2024 | 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
ONE NIGHT ONLY! Be it jazz, conversing with crowds, or collaborating with aspiring musicians, Goldblum does it all with a joyful sense of connection and reveling in the moment. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Free event
Furry Friends: Juried Visual Art Exhibition 2024
May 31, 2024 - Aug 11, 2024
Furry Friends, the 2024 edition of the Dollar Bank Three Rivers Arts Festival’s annual Juried Visual Art Exhibition will celebrate the diverse ways in which animals enrich our lives, challenge our perspectives, and inspire our creativity. READ MORE
Family,
Workshops & Classes
The Science Behind PIXAR
May 25, 2024 - Jan 5, 2025
Step into the world of Pixar in this upcoming blockbuster exhibition with Woody, Buzz Lightyear, Mike and Sulley, Nemo and Dory, and all your favorite Pixar characters! READ MORE
Tours
Captain's Dinner Cruise & Tour
May 25, 2024 - Jun 1, 2024 | 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Join the Gateway Clipper Captain’s Dinner Cruise & Tour in Pittsburgh, PA! READ MORE
Free event,
Market Square,
Music,
Outdoor,
Shopping
Market Square Farmers Market
May 16, 2024 - Jun 27, 2024 | 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
The 20th season of the rain-or-shine market offers regionally grown produce, organic products, and small-batch foods from a variety of vendors each week, serving Downtown’s workers, residents, visitors, and more. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Tours
A Woman's Place: How Women Shaped Pittsburgh
Mar 23, 2024 - Oct 6, 2024
From pioneering investigative journalism to leading their country to Olympic gold, Western Pennsylvania women have made an immeasurable impact in America, but too often, their stories have been overlooked. READ MORE
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation,
Tours
Beauty of the Burgh Tour
Jan 1, 2024 - Jul 1, 2024 | 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
This tour is perfect if you are new to the city and you would like to see the most interesting spots of Pittsburgh. But if you know the Burgh already, we promise you that you will still find out unknown historical facts! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Zabrecky in Turn on the Dark
Jun 5, 2024 - Jul 14, 2024
He is a five-time award winner at the Magic Castle in Hollywood, California. In 2011 and 2012 he was voted “Stage Magician of the Year,” in 2014 and 2015, “Parlour Magician of Year,” and most recently in 2017, “Lecturer of the Year.” READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Free event,
Market Square,
Outdoor,
Shopping
WorldSquare
May 31, 2024 - Jun 9, 2024
Welcoming Pittsburgh and the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership are teaming up to host World Square, a platform to celebrate, promote, and welcome our local international communities. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Music
Once Upon a Time: The Sorcerer's Apprentice
May 31, 2024 - Jun 2, 2024
From notes to narratives READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
The Coffin Maker
May 29, 2024 - Jun 16, 2024
WORLD PREMIERE • THIS INSTANT CLASSIC IS TO DIE FOR READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Music
Lady Day at Emerson's
May 17, 2024 - Jun 30, 2024
The time is 1959. The place is a seedy bar in Philadelphia. The audience is about to witness one of Billie Holiday’s last performances, given four months before her death. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Tours
Comedy Bus
May 17, 2024 - Jun 1, 2024
Explore the Steel City like never before! Hop aboard and experience Pittsburgh's one and only transportainment bus. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Spotlight on the 'Burgh
May 15, 2024 - Jun 2, 2024
Experience the very best Magic, mentalism and storytelling Pittsburgh has to offer in this special. READ MORE
Free event,
Market Square,
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation
Yoga in the Square
May 14, 2024 - Sep 3, 2024 | 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Relax and unwind in Market Square with our free, weekly yoga classes. READ MORE
Outdoor
Tri-Anglers Lunchtime Fishing
May 8, 2024 - Oct 2, 2024
Join us for Tri-Anglers, a free fishing program that has been running for over 22 years in downtown Pittsburgh! We catch and release a variety species of fish along the Allegheny River – bass, carp, catfish, freshwater drum, and more! No prior fishing experience needed and great activity for all ages. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Free event
Wavy Wednesday: WHERE DID YOUR CHRIST COME FROM?
Apr 6, 2024 - Jun 2, 2024
WHERE DID YOUR CHRIST COME FROM, is the second solo exhibition of Pittsburgh-based artist, muralist, and activist, Kamara Townes, known professionally as Wavy Wednesday. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Nightlife,
Workshops & Classes
Latin Thursdays
Jan 25, 2024 - Jun 27, 2024 | 9:00 pm - 1:00 am
Come out & enjoy the perfect mix of Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba & Zouk! READ MORE
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