Events
Events
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April
Entertainment
The Psychology of Serial Killers
May 2, 2026 | 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
The Psychology of Serial Killers is a gripping live true crime event that dives deep into one of the most disturbing and fascinating subjects of our time. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Sports + Recreation
Pittsburgh Riverhounds vs. Phoenix
May 2, 2026 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Cheer on the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC as they take on Phoenix Rising FC at Highmark Stadium. READ MORE
Entertainment
David Williamson in Ridiculous
Apr 2, 2026 - May 3, 2026
Step into a world where comedy and magic collide, as the inimitable David Williamson takes center stage in his latest spectacle, 'Ridiculous.' READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Little Shop of Horrors
Apr 29, 2026 - May 3, 2026
Love. Greed. A man-eating plant. What could go wrong? READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Impulse Festival: Atlantic
May 2, 2026 - May 3, 2026
Far off the west coast of Scotland, nearly 200 miles from the mainland, lies the most remote and forgotten island in the Outer Hebrides; St Kilda (or Hirta, in Gaelic). READ MORE
Entertainment,
Sports + Recreation
Pirates vs. Reds
May 1, 2026 - May 3, 2026
Cheer on the Pittsburgh Pirates as they take on the Cincinnati Reds at PNC Park! READ MORE
Entertainment,
Music
Bring Me The Horizon
May 5, 2026 | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Bring Me the Horizon is a genre-blending powerhouse that has evolved from Sheffield’s metalcore scene into global headliners, fusing heavy riffs, electronic elements, and melodic hooks into one of the most influential and ever-evolving sounds in modern rock. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment
Heinz History Center Hidden Trivia Night
May 7, 2026 | 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
It’s a trivia night in Pittsburgh! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
P4 Screenings
May 7, 2026 | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
These screenings showcase the Senior Class of the School of Film & Animation, premiering their capstone work as the culmination of their studies. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Music,
Nightlife
21+ Night: Beatlemania
May 8, 2026 | 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Come out to Kamin Science Center for a night of all things Beatles, including trivia, themed activities, and more! READ MORE
Entertainment
Happy Birthday Don Rickles!
May 8, 2026 | 9:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Celebrate the life and legacy of “The Insult King,” Mr. Don Rickles, on what would be his 100th birthday! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
A.I.M by Kyle Abraham
May 9, 2026 | 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
A.I.M by Kyle Abraham has, for nearly two decades, been at the forefront of contemporary dance, becoming one of the most acclaimed touring companies in the world. READ MORE
Community,
Entertainment,
Music
21+ Night: Beatlemania
May 8, 2026 - May 9, 2026 | 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Gather your friends for an adults-only night at Kamin Science Center. READ MORE
Community,
Entertainment,
Family
Late Night Lasers: Mamma Mia Mother’s Day
May 9, 2026 | 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Calling all Swifties, dancing queens, 2000s pop princesses, and Billie fans! This special late night laser event is perfect for girls’ night out or Mother’s Day plans in Pittsburgh. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Family,
Free event,
Music
PYCO PLATINUM – A Concert Celebrating 20 Years of Musical Excellence
May 10, 2026 | 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Pittsburgh Youth Concert Orchestras Presents “PYCO PLATINUM”A Free Concert at Heinz Hall Celebrating 20 Years of Musical ExcellenceMay 10 performance features music by Tchaikovsky and Rossini, selections from Carmina Burana, and a grand finale with over 300 musicians performing “Don’t Stop Me Now” by Queen READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Cheyenne Jackson
May 11, 2026
Step into an unforgettable evening with Mid Life Torso Tour starring Cheyenne Jackson, the Emmy and GRAMMY- nominated, Broadway bari-hunk who’s always ready to bear his chest and his soul! READ MORE
Entertainment,
Music
Ashnikko: Smoochies Tour
May 12, 2026 | 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Don’t miss Ashnikko bring her bold, high-energy performance to Stage AE. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Film & Movies
An Art21 Screening & Conversation with Artist Lenka Clayton
May 12, 2026 | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
“Human Nature” is the newest episode of Art21’s Art in the Twenty-First Century, the first series on television in the U.S. to focus exclusively on contemporary visual art and artists. READ MORE
Entertainment
The Arcade Hootenanny
May 15, 2026 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
The Arcade Hootenanny is styled after the classic Chicago-style improv show featuring monologist-inspired scenes. READ MORE
Entertainment
Ladies Ladies Ladies
May 15, 2026 | 9:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Ladies, Ladies, Ladies of Stand-Up Comedy is a line up of – you guessed it – ladies of the night performing their acts on stage. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Sports + Recreation
Pirates vs. Rockies
May 12, 2026 - May 15, 2026
Cheer on the Pittsburgh Pirates as they take on the Colorado Rockies at PNC Park! READ MORE
Entertainment
Ladies of Laughter
May 16, 2026 | 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
The evening features comedians Dena Blizzard, Liz Glazer, Leighann Lord, and Helen Wildy. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
The Tamburitzans
May 16, 2026 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Experience the World in One Night! Celebrate the grand finale of the 89th season with The Tamburitzans, America’s longest-running multicultural song and dance ensemble. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Film & Movies
Pittsburgh Sound + Image Presents: Maya Deren Birthday Party!
May 16, 2026
Celebrate the 109th birthday of Maya Deren with a complete 16mm retrospective of her major works, followed by birthday cake and a festive candle-blowing celebration for all in attendance. READ MORE
Community,
Entertainment,
Family,
Free event
Cafe Raymond Inaugural Pancake Championship
May 17, 2026 | 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Cafe Raymond will host its inaugural Pancake Championship, a structured competition built around the restaurant’s signature scratch-made Blueberry Ricotta pancakes, with proceeds supporting the Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Pennsylvania. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
A Midsummer Night's Dream
May 15, 2026 - May 17, 2026
Step into the enchanting world of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, an ethereal ballet that celebrates the transformative power of love. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family
Jared Kopf in We Phantom Figures Skip to get tickets
May 7, 2026 - May 17, 2026
Jared Kopf performs magic and interprets symbols from all over the world. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Sports + Recreation
Pirates vs. Phillies
May 15, 2026 - May 17, 2026
Watch the Pittsburgh Pirates as they take on the Philadelphia Phillies at PNC Park. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Nightlife,
Workshops & Classes
Pint of Science Pittsburgh
May 18, 2026 - May 20, 2026 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Join Space Bar for Pint of Science Pittsburgh! Pint of Science is an international festival that brings local scientists and researchers into bars to give engaging talks in an easy to understand manner. Learn something new while meeting scientists over a drink! READ MORE
Entertainment,
Film & Movies
Blue Heron
May 8, 2026 - May 20, 2026
Within a re-creation of childhood joys lies a more troubling story of a family’s growing crisis in Sophy Romvari’s affecting and intelligent feature debut. 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
Entertainment,
Film & Movies
American Solitaire
May 21, 2026 | 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
A wounded Afghanistan vet struggles to reintegrate into a fractured society plagued by gun violence, seeking redemption and healing for himself and his nation. READ MORE
Entertainment
Khairy Creek: Free Therapy
May 22, 2026 | 9:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Catch Khairy Creek live at Arcade Comedy Theater on May 22nd for an unforgettable night of comedy that hits deeper than just laughs. READ MORE
Entertainment
Khairy Creek: Free Therapy
May 22, 2026 | 9:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Catch Khairy Creek live at Arcade Comedy Theater on May 22nd for an unforgettable night of comedy that hits deeper than just laughs. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Music
Ryan Bingham and The Texas Gentlemen – Still Gettin' Away With It Tour
May 22, 2026 | 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Don’t miss Ryan Bingham and The Texas Gentlemen on the Still Gettin’ Away With It Tour for a night of gritty Americana, soulful storytelling, and roots-driven rock. READ MORE
Entertainment
The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show
May 23, 2026 | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Award-winning interactive comedy murder mystery dinner show in Pittsburgh! READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family,
Outdoor
SkyWatch: Moon Exploration
May 23, 2026 | 9:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Explore the giant leaps NASA has taken to explore the Moon, as well as the small steps they continue to take every day. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Music
Don Toliver
May 23, 2026 | 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Don’t miss Don Toliver live at PPG Paints Arena. 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
Entertainment
Summer of Kiss Kickoff Dance Cruise
May 24, 2026 | 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Guests 21+ are invited to board at 7:00 p.m. for a 8:00–10:30 p.m. cruise departing from Gateway Clipper Fleet, featuring DJ Midas, a cashless snack bar and full bar, and special pricing starting at $9.61 for the first week with code KISS2026. READ MORE
Community,
Entertainment
Teen Night: Building Block Party
May 28, 2026 | 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Step into the world of science through special programming, music, and fun activities at exclusive after-hour events, built just for teens, at Kamin Science Center. Events are free for teens 13-18! READ MORE
Entertainment,
Sports + Recreation
Pirates vs. Cubs
May 25, 2026 - May 28, 2026
Cheer on the Pittsburgh Pirates as they take on the Chicago Cubs at PNC Park. READ MORE
Entertainment
Brad Williams: The Tall Tales Tour
May 29, 2026
Pound for pound, Brad Williams is the funniest comedian in the country right now, and has become one of the most in-demand comedians working today. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Sports + Recreation
Riverhounds vs. Miami
May 30, 2026 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Cheer on the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC as they take on Miami FC at Highmark Stadium. 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
Entertainment,
Sports + Recreation
Pirates vs. Twins
May 29, 2026 - May 31, 2026
Cheer on the Pittsburgh Pirates as they take on the Minnesota Twins at PNC Park. 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
Entertainment
Sketch Comedy Lab
Apr 4, 2026 - Jun 6, 2026 | 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Every other month, Sketch Lab features sketches from writers who have attended Arcade Comedy Theater's writers room and are performed by a roster of comedic actors. See cutting edge comedy and new scripted works written by some of the city's funniest up-and-coming writers. 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
Entertainment
USS Requin Escape Room
May 2, 2026 - Jun 27, 2026
Something is lurking in the Ohio River, and it’s up to you and your team of intrepid explorers to help USS Requin escape! 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,
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
Entertainment,
Music
Morgan Wallen Live In Pittsburgh - Still The Problem Tour
Jun 5, 2026 - Jun 6, 2026 | 5:00 pm - 1:00 am
Morgan Wallen brings the Still The Problem Tour to Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh for two unforgettable nights! READ MORE
Entertainment,
Sports + Recreation
Escape USS Requin: Attack!
May 2, 2026 - Jun 27, 2026 | 5:30 pm - 1:00 pm
Something is lurking in the Ohio River, and it’s up to you and your team of intrepid explorers to help USS Requin escape! READ MORE
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