Events

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Entertainment,
Family,
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation

Pirates vs. White Sox

Jul 20, 2025 | 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Watch the Pittsburgh Pirates take on the Chicago White Sox at PNC Park! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Family,
Music

Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons

Jul 20, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Witness Frankie Valli at Heinz Hall as he brings The Last Encores Tour to Pittsburgh! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Family,
Festival,
Music

Gospel Sunday at the North Side Music Festival

Jul 20, 2025 | 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Don't miss Gospel Sunday on July 20, 2025—-a city-wide celebration of faith, family, and music capping off the Northside Music Festival in Pittsburgh’s vibrant North Side. Enjoy live Gospel and Worship performances, kids’ activities, photo ops, prize raffles, and 10 top-tier food trucks. Free and open to all, grab a lawn chair or a picnic blanket and join us for an unforgettable day in the park! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Family,
Outdoor,
PDP Events,
Workshops & Classes

Paint & Sip Night

Jul 22, 2025 | 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Get creative in this hands-on, guided painting session while enjoying evening drinks and beautiful outdoor vibes in Mellon Square! READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family,
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation

Pirates vs. Tigers

Jul 23, 2025 | 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Watch the Pittsburgh Pirates take on the Detroit Tigers at PNC Park! READ MORE
Community,
Family,
Free event,
Outdoor,
PDP Events

Pupsburgh

Jul 23, 2025 | 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Come find your newest furry friend and support the work of local animal shelters! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Family,
Free event,
Music,
Outdoor

DJ FEMI and Wade Anthony Present: Afro on the House

Jul 24, 2025 | 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Inside Out, Carnegie Museum of Art's free summer outdoor event series celebrates Pittsburgh’s rich cultural landscape with performances, live music, art-making, food, and drinks! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Family,
Music,
Nightlife

$14.99 Friday Night Special

Jul 25, 2025 | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Friday Night Special is a monthly summer series of lively, community-centered events at Mattress Factory for just $14.99. Museum admission included - what a deal! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Family,
Free event,
Music,
Outdoor

Kenny Blake & The New Hip

Jul 25, 2025 | 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Enjoy some live music with Blake & The New Hip in a free, outdoor concert at Agnes Katz Plaza! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Family,
Festival,
Free event,
Outdoor,
Tours,
Workshops & Classes

Gallery Crawl at the August Wilson African American Cultural Center

Jul 25, 2025 | 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
An immersive experience celebrating creativity, culture, and community. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Family,
Free event,
Music,
Outdoor

Assemble Presents: Assembling Worlds of Our Radical Imagination

Jul 26, 2025 | 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Inside Out, Carnegie Museum of Art's free summer outdoor event series celebrates Pittsburgh’s rich cultural landscape with performances, live music, art-making, food, and drinks! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Family,
Free event,
Music,
Outdoor

MICHIYAYA Presents: Baby Bops & Family Jams

Jul 26, 2025 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Inside Out, Carnegie Museum of Art's free summer outdoor event series celebrates Pittsburgh’s rich cultural landscape with performances, live music, art-making, food, and drinks! READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family,
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation

Pirates vs. Diamondbacks

Jul 27, 2025 | 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Watch the Pittsburgh Pirates take on the Arizona Diamondbacks at PNC Park! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Family,
Festival,
Free event,
Outdoor

The Hill District Arts Festival

Jul 26, 2025 - Jul 27, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm
The Hill District Arts Festival is a vibrant, family-friendly celebration of creativity, culture, and community right in the heart of the Hill! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Family

Parents' Day Portraits

Jul 27, 2025 | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Celebrate Parent's Day at the Children's Museum! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Family,
Free event,
Workshops & Classes

The Power of Being Seen – Moderated by Caleb A. Smith

Jul 30, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
The August Wilson African American Cultural Center, Kofi Collections, and The Future Is Black are excited to announce a three-part series of panel discussions featuring artists from the Being/Seen Exhibition. Artists will expound upon how visibility and being seen (by oneself and by others) impact the way they walk through life and how it impacts the way they approach their own creative practice. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Family

Pizza + Clothing Upcycling

Jul 31, 2025 | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
A pizza party and specialized workshop for 6th-8th graders. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Family,
Free event,
Outdoor

YOGAMOTIF Presents: Meditation Garden: Rest Stop

Aug 2, 2025 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
These all-levels gentle practices may include seated, floor, and standing postures with variations available throughout! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Family,
Free event,
Music

PearlArts Movement & Sound Presents: Drift Terrain

Aug 2, 2025 | 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Inside Out, Carnegie Museum of Art's free summer outdoor event series celebrates Pittsburgh’s rich cultural landscape with performances, live music, art-making, food, and drinks! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Family,
Free event,
Music

slowdanger Presents: lowgardens

Aug 7, 2025 | 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Inside Out, Carnegie Museum of Art's free summer outdoor event series celebrates Pittsburgh’s rich cultural landscape with performances, live music, art-making, food, and drinks! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Family,
Tours

Walking Tour: Downtown's Best

Aug 7, 2025 | 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
From grand landmarks to hidden gems, explore how Downtown's past and present come together in its most iconic spaces. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Family,
Music

The Mario Williams Band

Aug 8, 2025 | 5:00 pm - 1:00 pm
READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Family,
Free event,
Music

Ricardo iamuuri Robinson Presents: Listening to the Sky

Aug 9, 2025 | 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Inside Out, Carnegie Museum of Art's free summer outdoor event series celebrates Pittsburgh’s rich cultural landscape with performances, live music, art-making, food, and drinks! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Family,
Free event,
Music

Johnny Zoloft + MIRA MIRA + Ron Mist Present: Ombré

Aug 14, 2025 | 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Inside Out, Carnegie Museum of Art's free summer outdoor event series celebrates Pittsburgh’s rich cultural landscape with performances, live music, art-making, food, and drinks! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Family,
Music,
Nightlife

$14.99 Friday Night Special

Aug 15, 2025 | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Friday Night Special is a monthly summer series of lively, community-centered events at Mattress Factory for just $14.99. Museum admission included - what a deal! READ MORE
Community,
Entertainment,
Family

Summer Send-off

Aug 15, 2025 | 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Summer Send-Off is designed with everyone in mind—from little ones to grown-ups!With carnival-style games for all ages, hands-on activities, and delicious bites and treats,there’s something for everyone to enjoy.Whether you're winning prizes, enjoying local food, or just soaking up the last summer vibes,this is an evening to connect, give back, and make memories together. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Family,
Outdoor,
PDP Events,
Workshops & Classes

Paint & Sip Night

Aug 19, 2025 | 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Get creative in this hands-on, guided painting session while enjoying evening drinks and beautiful outdoor vibes in Mellon Square! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Family,
Free event,
Outdoor,
PDP Events,
Shopping

Burgh Bazaar

Aug 23, 2025 | 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
SUMMER EDITION: Monthly outdoor market featuring live music, local vendors, and plenty of food and drink to keep the good vibes going.  READ MORE
Community,
Family,
Free event,
Outdoor

Out of the Darkness Pittsburgh Walk

Sep 6, 2025 | 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Save Lives and Bring HopeMany people’s introduction to AFSP comes through the Out of the Darkness Walks, taking place in cities nationwide. In our Community, Campus and Overnight Walks, those affected by suicide – and those who support them – raise awareness and much-needed funds, strongly sending the message that suicide can be prevented, and that no one is alone. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Family,
Free event

Free Exhibition Opening: Yasmine El Meleegy

Sep 12, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Join us for the exclusive unveiling of Yasmine El Meleegy's latest solo exhibition at Mattress Factory! READ MORE
Community,
Entertainment,
Family,
Free event,
Outdoor

American Diabetes Association's Step Out Walk

Sep 13, 2025 | 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
Join the American Diabetes Association® (ADA) along with your friends, family, and colleagues as we walk in support of people living with diabetes. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Family,
Music,
Nightlife

$14.99 Friday Night Special

Sep 19, 2025 | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
A monthly summer series of lively, community-centered events at the Mattress Factory for just $14.99. Museum admission included - what a deal! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Family,
Free event,
Music,
Outdoor,
PDP Events,
Shopping

Burgh Bazaar

Sep 20, 2025 | 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
FALL EDITION: Monthly outdoor market featuring live music, local vendors, and plenty of food and drink to keep the good vibes going.  READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Family,
Free event,
Outdoor,
PDP Events,
Shopping

Burgh Bazaar

Oct 25, 2025 | 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Join Fright Up Night at Burgh Bazaar! READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family,
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation

Pirates vs. Tigers

Jul 21, 2025 - Jul 22, 2025 | 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Watch the Pittsburgh Pirates take on the Detroit Tigers at PNC Park! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Family,
Workshops & Classes

Imagination in Action: A Creative Acting Adventure (Ages 9-12)

Jul 21, 2025 - Jul 25, 2025 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join a supportive and encouraging environment to discover the joy of performance and ignite your passion for the stage. All acting levels welcome! READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family,
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation

Pirates vs. Diamondbacks

Jul 25, 2025 - Jul 26, 2025 | 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Watch the Pittsburgh Pirates take on the Arizona Diamondbacks at PNC Park! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Family

International Summer Dance Performance 2025

Jul 25, 2025 - Jul 26, 2025 | 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
A culmination of performances from Point Park’s International Summer Dance program, presented by studenst, teachers, and musicians from across the country and around the globe. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Family,
Film & Movies,
Music

Pittsburgh CLO's Production of Disney's FROZEN

Jul 18, 2025 - Jul 27, 2025
Set the magic free with Disney’s spectacular, award-winning musical, Pittsburgh CLO's production of Disney’s FROZEN. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Family,
Free event,
Music

Pretzels For Pups!

Jul 1, 2025 - Jul 31, 2025 | 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
Benefitting The UPMC Children's Hospital Foundation READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Family,
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation,
Tours

Beauty of the Burgh Bike Tour

Mar 1, 2025 - Nov 30, 2025 | 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Explore the Burgh in this three hour history and architecture bike ride that will take you through 3 Pittsburgh neighborhoods with an expert local guide! READ MORE
Family,
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation,
Tours

Bike the Burgh - Beauty of the Burgh Tour

Jan 1, 2025 - Dec 22, 2025 | 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! READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family,
Outdoor,
Tours

BBQ Lock and Dam Dinner Cruise & Tour

Jul 10, 2025 - Jul 24, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Cruise Through a Lock and Dam on this BBQ Dinner Cruise in Pittsburgh! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Family,
Free event,
Outdoor,
PDP Events,
Sports + Recreation,
Workshops & Classes

Steel in the City

Jun 29, 2025 - Aug 31, 2025
Learn how to play music together through this free interactive community workshop! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Family,
Free event,
Music,
Outdoor,
PDP Events

Mellon Lunchtime Concerts

May 11, 2025 - Oct 31, 2025 | 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Enjoy live performances all week long with daily lunchtime concerts, Sunday through Saturday. Stop by Tuesday through Thursday to grab a bite from rotating food vendors! READ MORE

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