Events

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Arts + Culture,
Community

The Network Factory XII: Art & Entrepreneurship

May 21, 2026 | 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Join The Warhol Academy for an insightful discussion on becoming an entrepreneur in the arts! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community

Intermission: An Artful Networking Series

May 21, 2026 | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
The networking experience you’ve been waiting for. Drink. Dine. Dance. Decompress. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Film & Movies

Steal This Story, Please!

May 15, 2026 - May 21, 2026
This riveting portrait of Democracy Now!'s Amy Goodman spotlights journalism's power—and peril—amid rising corporate control and political attacks on the press. READ MORE
Arts + Culture

Spring Performance 2026

May 21, 2026 - May 23, 2026
Experience the future stars of ballet at the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre School Spring Performance, May 21–23, featuring iconic works, original choreography, and live music from the Pittsburgh Youth Symphony Orchestra in an unforgettable showcase of artistry and passion. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Convention,
Entertainment,
Festival

Just Another Bookish Ball

May 22, 2026 - May 24, 2026 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Just Another Bookish Ball is a three day event where book lovers can step into fantasy worlds and become the main character themselves. There will be two days of a market featuring 90+ authors and vendors as well as tons of adventures, and then a fabulous Fairy Ball where you get to dress up as your favorite fantasy character and dance the day away. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Festival,
Film & Movies

Impulse Festival: Happy Songs About Unhappy Things

Apr 30, 2026 - May 24, 2026
Join the CMU Center for New Work for the Pittsburgh premiere of this cutting-edge short musical film followed by an exclusive talkback with the creator and co-director Nikki Lynette. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community

Cultural District Gallery Crawl

May 29, 2026 | 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
A production of the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, the Gallery Crawl is a free, multi-venue “open house” showcasing Pittsburgh’s dynamic art and entertainment scene. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community

Dandy Andy: Warhol’s Queer History

May 30, 2026 | 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Join artist educators for Dandy Andy, a monthly tour that focuses on Warhol’s queer history. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Music

PSO360: Passageways

May 30, 2026
Stefan Jackiw’s rare combination of impeccable technique together with poetry and purity have earned him the distinction of one of America’s foremost violinists. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment

The Great Gatsby

May 26, 2026 - May 31, 2026
THE GREAT GATSBY is a “Broadway extravaganza that explodes with life and energy” (Entertainment Weekly). READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Music

Scheherazade

May 29, 2026 - May 31, 2026
One of the most colorful and magical scores in all symphonic music, Rimsky-Korsakov’s wondrous Scheherazade is pure romance – an imaginative portrayal of the Tales of the Arabian Nights and a wild ride for the whole orchestra. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Music

Bat Out of Hell: The Musical

Jun 4, 2026 | 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
BAT OUT OF HELL: THE MUSICAL, the award-winning musical, is a thrilling spectacle of a show where the timeless music of Jim Steinman and Meat Loaf reigns supreme! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Music

Hedwig and the Angry Inch

May 2, 2026 - Jun 7, 2026
Guests can experience Hedwig and the Angry Inch, a Tony Award-winning, high-energy musical presented by City Theatre Company. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment

Public Presents: Coconut Cake

May 28, 2026 - Jun 14, 2026
A story about friendship, aging, and the unspoken weight men often carry — especially when it comes to the women in their lives and the secrets they keep. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment

PSO in Libraries

Jan 13, 2026 - Jul 27, 2026
Look for the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra in your community! These FREE chamber-style concerts feature PSO musicians performing curated programs at a local library near you. Click on "Get Tickets" to find performance dates in East Liberty, Downtown, Squirrel Hill, Beechview, and more. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Music,
Outdoor

Rock Reggae & Relief

Aug 8, 2026
On Saturday, August 8, the ninth annual Rock Reggae & Relief event will once again take over Forbes Avenue and the newly renovated Market Square, bringing live music and community back to the heart of the city. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Sports + Recreation

Michael Zagaris: 60 Years of NFL Photography

Mar 27, 2026 - Nov 8, 2026
In celebration of the 2026 NFL Draft hosted in Pittsburgh, this exhibition offers glimpse into the world of professional football through the lens of legendary sports and rock and roll photographer, Michael Zagaris. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment

Comedy Confidential with Brittany Alexis

May 9, 2026 - Dec 12, 2026 | 9:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Arcade Comedy Theater presents Comedy Confidential, a showcase of Pittsburgh's brightest comedic talents! Host Brittany Alexis brings some of her funniest few friends to the stage for an entertaining night of stand-up. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Family,
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation,
Tours

Beauty of the Burgh Bike Tour

Jan 1, 2026 - Jan 1, 2027 | 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Whether you are visiting Pittsburgh or you are a local, you will learn interesting facts about the history and culture of Pittsburgh while riding past beautiful sights and architecture. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Tours

Visit the Old Allegheny Jail and Museum

Jan 5, 2026 - May 31, 2026 | 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Explore the Old Allegheny County Jail Museum, a preserved section of the historic 1886 jail located in Downtown Pittsburgh, open for free self-guided visits on the first and third Mondays of each month from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. READ MORE

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