Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Family

Malpaso Dance Company

Jan 15, 2025 | 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Malpaso Dance Company has become one of the most sought-after Cuban dance companies with a growing international profile. READ MORE

Community,

Workshops & Classes

Smithfield Critics Book Discussion Group

Jan 15, 2025 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Join the Smithfield Critics Book Discussion Group for a lively book discussion on In the Pines: A Lynching, a Lie, a Reckoning, by Grace Elizabeth Hale. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Film & Movies

International Art House Classics: Harakiri (1962) 35mm

Jan 9, 2025 - Jan 15, 2025

An unparalleled, exquisite exploration of honor amidst corruption when a lone samurai wishes to commit the ultimate fatal rite. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Film & Movies

International Art House Classics: All About My Mother (1999)

Jan 10, 2025 - Jan 16, 2025

This Oscar-winning melodrama, one of Pedro Almodóvar's most beloved films, provides a dizzying, moving exploration of the meaning of motherhood. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Film & Movies

International Art House Classics: The Wages of Fear (1953)

Jan 11, 2025 - Jan 16, 2025

In a squalid South American oil town, four desperate men sign on for a suicide mission to drive trucks loaded with nitroglycerin over a treacherous mountain route. The result is one of the greatest thrillers ever committed to celluloid! READ MORE

Community,

Nightlife

Intermission

Jan 16, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Take an “intermission” from work and join the party. Tour the galleries, and enjoy the closing reception of DJ Big Phill’s “Collections in Black” exhibition in conjunction with live music featuring Cam Chambers. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Film & Movies

International Art House Classics: The Wages of Fear (1953)

Jan 11, 2025 - Jan 16, 2025

In a squalid South American oil town, four desperate men sign on for a suicide mission to drive trucks loaded with nitroglycerin over a treacherous mountain route. The result is one of the greatest thrillers ever committed to celluloid! READ MORE

Entertainment,

Family

Cat Kid Comic Club

Jan 16, 2025 - Jan 17, 2025

This hilarious musical adaptation of Dav Pilkey’s Dog Man spin-off series, Cat Kid Comic Club, is written by Kevin Del Aguila and Brad Alexander - the team that brought you DOG MAN: THE MUSICAL! READ MORE

Entertainment,

Music,

Nightlife

Silverstein: 25 Years of Noise

Jan 17, 2025

Silverstein, Thursday, Arm's Length, Split Chain LIVE at Stage AE! READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Nightlife

Shane Gillis

Jan 17, 2025 | 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Come see comedian Shane Gillis perform live at PPG Paints Arena! READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Nightlife

House Team Hot Spot

Jan 17, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Ignite your Friday nights at 7 pm with Arcade Comedy Theater’s House Team Hot Spot! Our talented house teams will light up the stage with spontaneous hilarity, quick-witted banter, and scenes that are sure to leave you in stitches. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Nightlife

Frankly Scarlett

Jan 17, 2025 | 9:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Frankly Scarlett presents a fun and interactive night of improv with an amazing cast of women! Check out this mix of short-form games and long-form scenes, featuring the cast of Frankly Scarlett alongside special guests from around Pittsburgh. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Film & Movies

European Union Film Festival: Feathers or Glamour + Rewilding

Jan 17, 2025 | 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Two films! REWILDING asks what if we brought back big carnivores throughout Europe, gave them vast areas to reproduce, and rediscovered the past landscapes? FEATHERS OR GLAMOUR explores a unique Estonian's town love of chickens. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Film & Movies

European Union Film Festival: The Animal Kingdom

Jan 17, 2025 | 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm

In a world hit by a wave of mutations that are gradually transforming some humans into animals, François does everything he can to save his wife, who is affected by this mysterious condition. READ MORE

Entertainment

Becky Robinson: Members Only Tour

Jan 18, 2025 | 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Originally from Portland, Oregon, Becky Robinson is an LA-based comedian, writer, actor and voice-over star that has gone from viral sensation to a sold-out theater act. READ MORE

Community,

Film & Movies

Library Lounge: Throwback Cinema – Planes, Trains and Automobiles

Jan 18, 2025 | 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Join the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Downtown for a fun movie screening of movies at least 20 years old. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment

Century Cycle Poetry Slam

Jan 18, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

In honor of the late August Wilson, 10 Pittsburgh writers will compete in a 4-round poetry slam for a chance to win $1000 and a slot on AWAACC’s “Poetry Unplugged” event in April. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Community

Century Cycle Poetry Slam

Jan 18, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

In honor of the late August Wilson, 10 Pittsburgh writers will compete in a 4-round poetry slam for a chance to win $1000 and a slot on AWAACC’s “Poetry Unplugged” event in April! READ MORE

Entertainment,

Family

Meet the Ice Sisters

Jan 18, 2025 | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Let it go and beat the winter blues at Carnegie Science Center! Join them for a magical event as the Ice Sisters visit the Science Center for an unforgettable Meet & Greet! Your little ones can share warm hugs and snap photos with the iconic duo. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Film & Movies

European Union Film Festival: Feathers or Glamour + Rewilding

Jan 18, 2025 | 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Two films! REWILDING asks what if we brought back big carnivores throughout Europe, gave them vast areas to reproduce, and rediscovered the past landscapes? FEATHERS OR GLAMOUR explores a unique Estonian's town love of chickens. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Film & Movies

European Union Film Festival: Next to Nothing

Jan 18, 2025 | 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm

A group of farmers organizes a protest at the house of an MP, the dead body of a local farmer is found... and a gripping social drama set in modern-day rural Poland ensues presenting a realistic and intriguing look at a microcosm of human relations. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Film & Movies

European Union Film Festival: Afire

Jan 18, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

A group of friends are in a holiday home by the Baltic Sea where emotions run high as the parched forest around them catches fire READ MORE

Entertainment,

Family

Paw Patrol LIVE! "A Mighty Adventure"

Jan 18, 2025 - Jan 19, 2025

Get ready to PAW-ty like never before in a fantastic new PAW Patrol Adventure! READ MORE

Convention

2025 RV Show

Jan 11, 2025 - Jan 19, 2025

The Pittsburgh RV Show will feature everything new in the RV industry! Get the chance to browse hundreds of models, see the latest technology, and even buy the one that suits your needs. READ MORE

Convention

Piratesfest 2025

Jan 18, 2025 - Jan 19, 2025 | 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Fans don’t want to miss the Piratefest 2025 an event designed to celebrate all things Pirates baseball. Join us and engage in unique experiences, interactive games, opportunities to meet with Pirates players, surprises, and so much more. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Music

Rachmaninoff's Rhapsody

Jan 17, 2025 - Jan 19, 2025

Rising pianist Janice Carissa brings this spectacular concerto to life in her PSO debut. Tchaikovsky’s Fifth rounds out this program of unabashedly lyrical, romantic music. READ MORE

Community

Locomotion Weekend

Jan 18, 2025 - Jan 19, 2025 | 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

All aboard for the holiday season’s family fun finale! It’s a building-wide extravaganza for all train enthusiasts! See a rail yard full of guest train displays owned and operated by model train enthusiasts. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Nightlife

Short Form Jelly with Select Start

Jan 19, 2025 | 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Join comedy troupe Select Start as they host a short form improv jam open to all performers! Join them on stage for a night of improv games. Performers can sign up at the box office when they arrive. Audience members can sit back, laugh, and inspire the comedy with all kinds of fun suggestions. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Film & Movies

European Union Film Festival: Duty of Care - The Climate Trials

Jan 19, 2025 | 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

The inspirational behind-the-scenes account of the court cases against oil giant Shell and the Dutch government to tackle climate change. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Film & Movies

European Union Film Festival: Luzzu

Jan 19, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

A man risks everything to provide for his wife and newborn son by entering Malta's black-market fishing industry. READ MORE

Arts + Culture

KAWS + Warhol

May 18, 2024 - Jan 20, 2025

In celebration of its 30th anniversary, The Warhol presents KAWS + Warhol, the first exhibition to examine the dark themes present in the work of both artists. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Film & Movies

European Union Film Festival: Afire

Jan 20, 2025 | 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

A group of friends are in a holiday home by the Baltic Sea where emotions run high as the parched forest around them catches fire READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Film & Movies

European Union Film Festival: Journey to Utopia

Jan 20, 2025 | 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

A comfortable family leaves Norway to join a Danish community committed to reducing the contribution of individuals to climate change. READ MORE

Community,

Film & Movies

Library Lounge: Movie Matinee – The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare

Jan 21, 2025 | 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Join the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Downtown for a movie screening! READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Film & Movies

European Union Film Festival: The Animal Kingdom

Jan 21, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm

In a world hit by a wave of mutations that are gradually transforming some humans into animals, François does everything he can to save his wife, who is affected by this mysterious condition. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Film & Movies

European Union Film Festival: Duty of Care - The Climate Trials

Jan 21, 2025 | 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

The inspirational behind-the-scenes account of the court cases against oil giant Shell and the Dutch government to tackle climate change. READ MORE

Community

Pour Me Another - Food Trends of 2025

Jan 22, 2025 | 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Get ready to taste some this year's hot trends at the first Pour Me Another of 2025! READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Film & Movies

European Union Film Festival: Luzzu

Jan 22, 2025 | 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

A man risks everything to provide for his wife and newborn son by entering Malta's black-market fishing industry. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Film & Movies

European Union Film Festival: Flowers of Ukraine

Jan 22, 2025 | 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

A strong, independent and anarchist woman full of humor sets out to protect her piece of land against all odds. Her struggle becomes even more existential with the attack on Ukraine, never giving up and bringing to the viewers sense of hope. READ MORE

Community

Backstage/Onstage January 2025

Jan 23, 2025 | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

The same week as the presidential inauguration, we meet to talk about civility in not only politics but also daily life. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Nightlife

Sketch Lab Report Vol. 1

Jan 23, 2025 | 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm

After a year of rigorous giggle-testing, local comedy writers have experimented with some wild hypotheses and the results are in! From slapstick to Jane Austen to leather daddies to puppets, this sketch show blends comedic styles and subjects to deliver 13 laugh-out-loud scenes from the lab. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Film & Movies

European Union Film Festival: Next to Nothing

Jan 23, 2025 | 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

A group of farmers organizes a protest at the house of an MP, the dead body of a local farmer is found... and a gripping social drama set in modern-day rural Poland ensues presenting a realistic and intriguing look at a microcosm of human relations. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Film & Movies

European Union Film Festival: Journey to Utopia

Jan 23, 2025 | 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

A comfortable family leaves Norway to join a Danish community committed to reducing the contribution of individuals to climate change READ MORE

Community,

Entertainment,

Free event

Band Together Autism Open Mic at The Warhol

Jan 24, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Pop in and showcase your talents! Register to attend this fun event and sign up to wow the audience. Original music, covers, poetry, and spoken word are all welcome. Instruments, drums, keyboard, and mic will be provided. READ MORE

Entertainment

U.S. Border Patrol PBR Pittsburgh Presented by Ariat

Jan 24, 2025 | 7:30 pm - 11:00 pm

It's Bull Time! READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Nightlife

House Team Hot Spot

Jan 24, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Ignite your Friday nights at 7 pm with Arcade Comedy Theater’s House Team Hot Spot! Our talented house teams will light up the stage with spontaneous hilarity, quick-witted banter, and scenes that are sure to leave you in stitches. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Nightlife

House Team Hot Spot

Jan 24, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Ignite your Friday nights at 7 pm with Arcade Comedy Theater’s House Team Hot Spot! Our talented house teams will light up the stage with spontaneous hilarity, quick-witted banter, and scenes that are sure to leave you in stitches. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Nightlife

Sketch Lab Report Vol. 1

Jan 24, 2025 | 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm

After a year of rigorous giggle-testing, local comedy writers have experimented with some wild hypotheses and the results are in! From slapstick to Jane Austen to leather daddies to puppets, this sketch show blends comedic styles and subjects to deliver 13 laugh-out-loud scenes from the lab. READ MORE

Hot Metal Happy Hour: Forged Bottle Openers

Jan 25, 2025 | 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Forge your own bottle opener at the Carrie Blast Furnaces! READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Community,

Entertainment

2025 Greater Pittsburgh Lunar New Year Gala

Jan 25, 2025 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Lunar New Year is the most important holiday celebrated by many international communities around the world. This year, the Pittsburgh Chinese Culture Center (PCCC) is once again partnering with the Pittsburgh Playhouse to present the annual Greater Pittsburgh Lunar New Year Gala, celebrating the Year of the Snake. READ MORE

Entertainment

U.S. Border Patrol PBR Pittsburgh Presented by Ariat

Jan 25, 2025 | 7:30 pm - 11:00 pm

It's Bull Time! READ MORE

Community,

Workshops & Classes

Wonder Workshops: Game Changers

Jan 25, 2025 | 10:00 am - 12:30 pm

Learn about board game design and the players’ place in it! From the rules to the design of the board itself, families will get to experience creating their own game that they can enjoy again and again even after the workshop is over. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment

Beta Stage

Jan 25, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

BETA STAGE IS BACK! Join us monthly as we showcase new and experimental acts, returning teams, and new ideas by familiar favorites! See the Arcade shows of tomorrow TODAY! READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Nightlife

Well Known Strangers

Jan 25, 2025 | 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Experienced improvisers Well Known Strangers get a suggestion from the audience to inspire laugh-out-loud stories and characters. Don’t miss this night of clever and absurd scenes by this fun-loving team of goofs. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Nightlife

Knights of the Arcade : Epic D&D Adventure

Jan 25, 2025 | 9:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Join Knights of the Arcade for another hilarious D&D comedy adventure! One of Pittsburgh’s longest running and best-selling comedy shows! A recurring cast of characters are joined by special guests and led by their maniacal dungeon master. Where they’re going, who they fight, and if they ultimately succeed is decided upon live dice that are rolled and projected on the theater wall. READ MORE

Entertainment,

Nightlife,

Tours

Comedy Bus Tour

Jan 25, 2025 | 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Get ready for a sightseeing tour like no other! Hop aboard the Burgh Bus where the laughter never stops. Enjoy stunning skyline views and hilarious local comedians! READ MORE

Holidays,

Outdoor,

Sports + Recreation

Princess and Prince Skate

Jan 26, 2025 | 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

With a touch of pixie dust and some fairy tale magic, the UPMC Rink at PPG Place will transport young families to a magical kingdom where fairy tales come alive. Fairy tale princesses, inspired by much beloved films and legendary stories, will skate and glide alongside families and friends. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Family

Look Forward: The Ruby Bridges Story

Jan 17, 2025 - Jan 26, 2025

2025 World of Wheels Custom Car Show

Jan 24, 2025 - Jan 26, 2025

You don’t want to miss the 64th Annual World of Wheels, an amazing gathering place for car enthusiasts to enjoy a full weekend of everything custom cars. Buy your tickets now! READ MORE

Convention

2025 Pittsburgh Travel Showcase

Jan 24, 2025 - Jan 26, 2025

AAA members and non-members are invited to the Pittsburgh Travel Showcase! Attendees will get the chance to meet one-on-one with travel representatives from all ends of the travel industry, including national and international exhibitors. READ MORE

Convention,

Entertainment

Champion Events- 2025 Pittsburgh Competition

Jan 25, 2025 - Jan 26, 2025

Cheerleading teams will showcase their talent and hard work in Pittsburgh. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Music

One Piece

Jan 25, 2025 - Jan 26, 2025

It is time for an epic array of music full of action and emotion! Immerse yourself in the magic of a full orchestra as it performs One Piece’s iconic music live on stage, while the greatest moments from the anime come to life on screen in perfect sync. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment

Robin & Me: My Little Spark of Madness

Jan 22, 2025 - Jan 26, 2025

An autobiographical play that follows Dave Droxler as he becomes multiple characters and whimsically relives hilarious and difficult life moments, including the times when his father dropped the ball and Robin stepped in to get him through. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Film & Movies

Present Laughter

Jan 26, 2025 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

As he prepares to embark on an overseas tour, star actor Garry Essendine’s colourful life is in danger of spiralling out of control. Engulfed by an escalating identity crisis as his many and various relationships compete for his attention, Garry’s few remaining days at home are a chaotic whirlwind of love, sex, panic and soul-searching. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Nightlife

Lucky Draw

Jan 26, 2025 | 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Arcade Comedy Theater presents “Lucky Draw” an improv comedy show where half of the cast is drawn at random! Each show, Arcade Academy students and team members drop their names into box at the start of the night. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Community,

Convention

The 35th Annual International Conference and Festival of Blacks in Dance

Jan 22, 2025 - Jan 26, 2025

The 35th Annual International Conference and Festival of Blacks in Dance invites the dance sector to celebrate and examine the tenacity of Black dance and Black art. While magnifying their accomplishments, this conference and festival will also gather our community to plan how we continue to be culture bearers and luminaries in the dance field. READ MORE

Convention

2025 Pittsburgh Travel Showcase

Jan 24, 2025 - Jan 26, 2025

AAA members and non-members are invited to the Pittsburgh Travel Showcase! Attendees will get the chance to meet one-on-one with travel representatives from all ends of the travel industry, including national and international exhibitors. READ MORE

Entertainment,

Family,

Music

Silkroad Ensemble: Percussion All-Stars

Jan 27, 2025 | 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

An evening of musical storytelling through the exchange of rhythm, pulse, and melody from different musical traditions around the world! READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Music

Silkroad Ensemble: Percussion All-Stars

Jan 27, 2025 | 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm

All-star percussionists of Silkroad present an evening of musical storytelling through the exchange of rhythm, pulse, and melody from different musical traditions around the world. The program features virtuoso performances showcasing each artist’s mastery, cultural heritage, and unique artistry, with a focus on both traditional works and their own original compositions. READ MORE

Convention

2025 College Fair

Jan 28, 2025 - Jan 29, 2025

Representatives from schools across the country come together to present their educational options and encourage students and attendees to join their institutions. READ MORE

Entertainment,

Music

TWO FRIENDS PRESENTS HEATWAVE: THE TOUR

Jan 29, 2025

See Two Friends LIVE at Stage AE! READ MORE

Workshops & Classes

Speakers Series: Oren Etzioni

Jan 29, 2025 | 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm

A pioneer in artificial intelligence, Etzioni was founding CEO of Allen Institute for AI, one of the most respected AI research institutes, partnering with Microsoft cofounder Paul Allen. The first student to major in computer science at Harvard, his TrueMedia.org fights disinformation by developing technology to identify deepfakes and altered images. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Workshops & Classes

Creative Conversations — Tiger Talks with Life of Pi

Jan 29, 2025 | 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Join Trust Arts Education for a pre-show chat on Wednesday nights with members from the company (schedule permitting) hosted by local theatre professionals to learn insights into the show you can’t find in your playbill. READ MORE

Community

Pittsburgh 2050 Comprehensive Plan Launch

Jan 30, 2025 | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

The City of Pittsburgh is hosting an open house where residents and stakeholders can connect, be informed, and share their dreams for the future of the city. There will be some food, interactive storytelling/engagement stations, information sharing, and more! READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Family

My Sister’s Lipstick

Jan 30, 2025 - Jan 31, 2025

This is an intimate play about how isolation affects self-expression and the active choice to continue living. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Nightlife

House Team Hot Spot

Jan 31, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Ignite your Friday nights at 7 pm with Arcade Comedy Theater’s House Team Hot Spot! Our talented house teams will light up the stage with spontaneous hilarity, quick-witted banter, and scenes that are sure to leave you in stitches. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Nightlife

Sketch Lab Report Vol. 1

Jan 31, 2025 | 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm

After a year of rigorous giggle-testing, local comedy writers have experimented with some wild hypotheses and the results are in! From slapstick to Jane Austen to leather daddies to puppets, this sketch show blends comedic styles and subjects to deliver 13 laugh-out-loud scenes from the lab. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Nightlife

Select Start Improv Show

Jan 31, 2025 | 9:00 pm - 10:00 pm

In 2023 Select Start Stole the Show… now, down to only (Ocean’s) eight players, there’s something missing from this heist crew… so now we’re planning to Steal The Talent. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Community,

Entertainment,

Festival

BRIGID Pittsburgh

Feb 1, 2025 | 12:30 pm - 7:30 pm

BRIGID, the event, is a musical celebration of Brigid the Saint, of Brigid the Goddess, of Irish and Celtic Women, of light and Springtime, and it is a celebration of Irish and Celtic culture, history, the present, and our future. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment

Life of Pi

Jan 28, 2025 - Feb 2, 2025

A theatrical event unlike anything else! READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Music

Shostakovich’s Final Symphony

Jan 31, 2025 - Feb 2, 2025

Written in 1971 when Shostakovich’s health was declining, the final symphony by this profoundly private composer is a reflection on his life and career: intensely personal, enigmatic, and somewhat surreal, with inexplicable quotes from music by Rossini, Glinka and Wagner alongside references to his own music from his younger years. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment

Francis Menotti in Sisyphus & Siri

Jan 8, 2025 - Feb 2, 2025

Darkly funny and mind-boggling, a play swallowed by a magic show— Sisyphus and Siri follows the whimsical journey of magician and creator Francis Menotti as he comically and mysteriously comes to terms with his inevitable demise while presenting his (supposedly) final performance. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment

Armida

Jan 25, 2025 - Feb 2, 2025

All’s fair in love and war. To prevent the capture of Jerusalem by the knights of the First Crusade, The Prince of Darkness has sent the enchantress Armida into the world to seduce the Christian heroes and turn them from their duty. READ MORE

Holidays,

Outdoor,

Sports + Recreation

Valentine's Day Couples Skate

Feb 14, 2025 | 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Join the Rink at PPG Place for an enchanted evening of skating with your sweetheart under the starts at the UPMC Rink at PPG Place. With the PPG buildings surrounding the plaza, you can skate hand in hand in the cool night air. READ MORE

Outdoor,

Tours

Best of the Burgh Tour

Jan 1, 2025 - Jan 31, 2025

Explore the heart of Downtown by foot! READ MORE

Outdoor,

Tours

Black & Ghost Tour

Jan 2, 2025 - Jan 31, 2025

Experience the spookiest of Pittsburgh’s Downtown! READ MORE

Outdoor,

Tours

Beers in the Burgh Tour

Jan 5, 2025 - Jan 26, 2025

Stroll through one of the most vibrant neighborhoods of Pittsburgh and learn all about the history of beer making in Pittsburgh and Western PA! READ MORE

Outdoor,

Tours

Whiskey Rebellion & Prohibition Tour

Jan 1, 2025 - Jan 31, 2025 | 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm

Come downtown for our whiskey tour where you will discover how whiskey has fueled political, labor and social movements throughout the region! READ MORE

Entertainment,

Nightlife,

Tours

Comedy Bus Tour

Jan 31, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Get ready for a sightseeing tour like no other! Hop aboard the Burgh Bus where the laughter never stops. Enjoy stunning skyline views and hilarious local comedians! READ MORE

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