Events

Name: Downtown Pittsburgh
Address: Pittsburgh, PA

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Community,

Free event,

Workshops & Classes

Let's Speak English!

Apr 19, 2024 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Let’s Speak English is a fun, relaxed discussion group where participants get a chance to practice English speaking skills with friendly neighbors. READ MORE

Family,

Workshops & Classes

Laser Cutting 101

Apr 19, 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

Family,

Workshops & Classes

Wonder Workshops: Terrariums

Apr 20, 2024 | 10:00 am - 12:30 pm

Unleash your imagination as you and your family work together to design and build a terrarium from the ground up. READ MORE

Community,

Family,

Free event,

Workshops & Classes

Teen Choice

Apr 24, 2024 | 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Join us for Teen Choice where you can choose your own creative adventure! READ MORE

Community,

Free event,

Workshops & Classes

Let's Speak English!

Apr 26, 2024 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Let’s Speak English is a fun, relaxed discussion group where participants get a chance to practice English speaking skills with friendly neighbors READ MORE

Online & Virtual Events,

Workshops & Classes

African American Genalogy Workshop: Reviewing Freedmen's Bank Records

Apr 27, 2024 | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Explore your genealogical history in the African American Genealogy Workshop: Reviewing Freedmen’s Bank Records. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Workshops & Classes

Pre-Opera Talk

Apr 27, 2024 | 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Learn about the composer, the story, and some juicy details about the opera! These talks are free to all ticketholders. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Community,

Convention,

Entertainment,

Family,

Festival,

Music,

Shopping,

Workshops & Classes

Pittsburgh Yinzerfest

Apr 25, 2024 - Apr 28, 2024

4-day festival celebrating our town’s rich culture of food, ethnic diversity, sports fanatics, and more! READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Festival,

Sports + Recreation,

Workshops & Classes

Steel City Bachata Fusion Weekender

Apr 26, 2024 - Apr 28, 2024

Get ready for an epic weekend of Bachata Fusion in the Steel City! 3 days of workshops, dancing, and performances READ MORE

Community,

Free event,

Workshops & Classes

ERBA Spring Reception

Apr 30, 2024 | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

A night of networking and fun! READ MORE

Community,

Workshops & Classes

Sci-Fi Writers and Readers Club - in Space!

Apr 30, 2024 | 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Readers: Bring a book, grab one from our library of Sci-Fi classics, and enjoy some Space. Writers: Write your next piece on a star ship! READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Workshops & Classes

Meet the Artists - The Passion of Mary Cardwell Dawson

Apr 30, 2024

Ticketholders for each Tuesday opera performance are invited to join General Director Christopher Hahn immediately following the performance to enjoy lively repartee, as Mr. Hahn interviews the stars of the production. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Workshops & Classes

Pre-Opera Talk

Apr 30, 2024 | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Ticketholders are invited to attend a Pre-Opera Talk one hour before each performance’s curtain at all Pittsburgh Opera performances at Benedum Center, Pittsburgh CAPA School Theater, and the Byham Theater. READ MORE

Family,

Workshops & Classes

Preschool Adventures - Bubble Science

May 1, 2024 | 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Explore the ‘S’ in STEM (science) with amazing bubbles and bubble blowers. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Online & Virtual Events,

Workshops & Classes

"Why did our Jewish ancestors leave the Pale?"

May 5, 2024 | 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Everything you need to know about the heart of Eastern European Jewry. READ MORE

Convention,

Workshops & Classes

Eastern Gas Compression Roundtable 2024

May 7, 2024 - May 8, 2024

EGCR is an event geared towards natural gas industry professionals and provides industry-specific training programs, interactive content with industry experts, and even more activities designed to satisfy all educational needs. READ MORE

Community,

Workshops & Classes

Putting Your Family in Context: The History of Ukraine's Jews

May 8, 2024 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

The historical background on an important corner of European Jewry. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Workshops & Classes

Creative Conversations - The Kite Runner

May 8, 2024 | 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Get the inside scoop on the PNC Broadway in Pittsburgh performances with Creative Conversations presented by the Trust Arts Education Department. READ MORE

Family,

Workshops & Classes

Preschool Adventures - Incoming Landing!

May 11, 2024 | 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Build parachute landers and Mars rovers while learning the importance of engineering design and teamwork in space exploration. READ MORE

Workshops & Classes

2024 "The Way Home" Homebuyers Workshop

May 11, 2024

Dollar Bank offers comprehensive workshops designed to provide valuable information about our financial services. READ MORE

Family,

Workshops & Classes

Mommy & Me Dance Party

May 11, 2024 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

For All Ages: Bring your boogie-shoes and best moves to celebrate all moms and mother-figures in this Mommy & Me Dance Party! READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Workshops & Classes

What is an Ally?

May 11, 2024 | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

For Early Childhood and K12 Educators: Allies are key to ensuring a positive learning experience for children of all races, ethnicities, and nationalities. READ MORE

Convention,

Workshops & Classes

National Association of State Treasurers-Nast Treasury Management Training Conference 2024

May 20, 2024 - May 23, 2024

The event is also open to private sector, non-governmental, and other nonprofit employees, with members of the press being welcome to attend. READ MORE

Community,

Workshops & Classes

Sci-Fi Writers and Readers Club - in Space!

May 30, 2024 | 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Readers: Bring a book, grab one from our library of Sci-Fi classics, and enjoy some Space. Writers: Write your next piece on a star ship! READ MORE

Convention,

Workshops & Classes

3 Rivers Comicon

Jun 1, 2024 - Jun 2, 2024

Putting the comics back in comicon since 2016! 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

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

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,

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

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

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

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

Community,

Free event,

Workshops & Classes

Sci-Fi Writers and Readers Club - in Space!

Jun 30, 2024 | 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Readers: Bring a book, grab one from our library of Sci-Fi classics, and enjoy some Space. Writers: Write your next piece on a star ship! READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Family,

Workshops & Classes

To Cue or Not to Cue: Theatre Production Camp

Jul 8, 2024 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

For Students Entering Grades 6-8: Embark on a captivating journey into the world of theatre, where students not only take center stage but also explore the dynamic intersection of creativity and technology through integrated STEAM elements while exploring the many backstage jobs that make theatre magic possible. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Workshops & Classes

Dance Camp

Jul 13, 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

Convention,

Workshops & Classes

2024 Joint Meeting of Ichthyologists & Herpetologists

Jul 10, 2024 - Jul 14, 2024

The ASIH Joint Meeting of Ichthyologist and Herpetologist will provide the most advanced scientific content throughout our symposia, posters, oral presentations, workshops, etc. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Family,

Workshops & Classes

Art From All Angles: Arts and Science Camp

Jul 15, 2024 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

For Students Entering Grades 3-6: Launch into a week-long artistic journey in Pittsburgh’s Cultural District! READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Family,

Workshops & Classes

Stories of the Great Outdoors: Early Childhood Camp

Jul 15, 2024 | 9:00 am - 2:30 pm

For Children Ages 3-5: Welcome to "Stories of the Great Outdoors", an early childhood camp designed exclusively for the imaginative minds of 3–5-year-olds! READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Festival,

Workshops & Classes

Costumes, Cosplay, and Capers! Costume, Stagecraft, and Storytelling Camp

Jul 22, 2024 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

For Students Entering Grades 8-12: Attention budding costume designers, creative spirits, and those ready for an exhilarating journey into creativity – our summer camp is tailor made just for you! READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Family,

Workshops & Classes

Global Arts Explorers: Art Exploration Camp

Jul 22, 2024 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

For Students Entering Grades 1-3: Get ready for a Global Arts Adventure! Our passionate and experienced teaching artists will guide young artists through hands-on activities, encouraging experimentation with various mediums of art from visual arts, performance, music, and more from all around the world! READ MORE

Workshops & Classes

PA Bar Exams

Jul 30, 2024 - Jul 31, 2024

Eligible candidates will take the PA Bar Exams in Pittsburgh READ MORE

Convention,

Workshops & Classes

United Steelworkers: Health & Safety Conference

Aug 19, 2024 - Aug 22, 2024

The USW Health, Safety and Environment Conference brings together activists, union leadership, and other interested peers eager to acknowledge the latest developments in their area of interest. READ MORE

Convention,

Workshops & Classes

Neighborworks America - 2024 Neighborworks Training Institute

Aug 23, 2024 - Aug 30, 2024

Housing and community development professionals come together for five days of intensive workshops to train and equip you with the skills you need. READ MORE

Convention,

Workshops & Classes

Rubber Division - International Elastomer Conference 2024

Sep 9, 2024 - Sep 12, 2024

The International Elastomer Conference and Expo is the gathering place of the rubber industry’s professionals. The event provides an ideal place for networking, a perfect idea exchanging platform, observatory and regulatory forums, a highlight on innovative technologies and a wide array of educational programs. READ MORE

Convention,

Workshops & Classes

World-Class Instructional Design and Assesment - 2024 WIDA Annual Conference

Oct 15, 2024 - Oct 18, 2024

The WIDA Annual Conference is the largest conference geared toward educators and professionals activating in Pre-K through grade 12 multilingual learners. READ MORE

Community,

Family,

Workshops & Classes

Juvenile Arthritis Family Fun Day

Oct 26, 2024 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

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

Workshops & Classes