Events

Name: Downtown Pittsburgh
Address: Pittsburgh, PA

See what’s happening in Downtown Pittsburgh with the official neighborhood calendar.

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August 2019

September 2019

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Entertainment,

Sports + Recreation

Espolon Halloween Party at Five Iron Pittsburgh

Oct 29, 2021 - Nov 30, -0001 | 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Come to Five Iron Golf for a night of BOOS, BREWS and BIRDIES! READ MORE

Nightlife

21+ Night: Game Night

Aug 16, 2019 | 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Community,

Festival

Pittsburgh Restaurant Week

Aug 12, 2019 - Aug 18, 2019

The summer edition of Pittsburgh Restaurant Week READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment

Liberty Magic: Eric Jones in IMPOSSIBLE

Aug 7, 2019 - Sep 8, 2019

After making every single ticket disappear during his sold out, six-week run in the spring, Eric Jones returns to Liberty Magic for an encore performance. READ MORE

Entertainment

'Burgh Blues Cruise

Jul 31, 2019 - Aug 28, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm

This cruise features the best in Pittsburgh foods, great beer specials, and the beautiful sights of “dahntahn!” And we have none other than Pittsburgh’s own Joe Gruschecky on board playing all his classics in a solo performance. READ MORE

Arts + Culture

"Fine Print" at 707 Penn Gallery

Jul 26, 2019 - Sep 29, 2019

What makes screenprinting cool or important? You’ll find the answers here in this exhibit. The works are unified through the medium itself – one that is vast in its potential function, aesthetic sensibility, and messaging. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment

Gina Apostol

Jul 23, 2019 - Aug 23, 2019 | 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Join City of Asylum for a reading and conversation with PEN/Open Book Award winner Gina Apostol! Featuring her new novel, Insurrecto, one of Publishers’ Weekly’s Best Books of 2018. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Family

PBT: "Ella Bella Ballerina" Workshop (Ages 3-7)

Aug 12, 2019 - Aug 16, 2019 | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Children can discover the magic of famous ballets with the charming Ella Bella Ballerina book series, a creation of author and illustrator James Mayhew. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Family,

Tours

Best of the Burgh Walking Tour

Jul 18, 2019 - Dec 31, 2019 | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Daily Downtown walking tour: Come join and explore the heart of Downtown Pittsburgh! Walk by and into must-see cultural and historical landmarks as well as iconic buildings. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Tours

Walk the Burgh Tour

Jun 1, 2019 - Dec 31, 2019 | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Historical 2-hour walking tours through various neighborhoods of the city READ MORE

Arts + Culture

Elemental Fiber

May 17, 2019 - Aug 18, 2019 | 6:00 am - 1:00 pm

California fiber artist Kathy Nida creates fabric narratives by translating her dreams into artworks. Through the six of her colorful quilts exhibiting in Elemental Fiber, Nida explores public issues such as women’s rights, climate change, and other social topics through art. This exhibit is opened daily through midnight and is also free to the public. READ MORE

Family,

Sports + Recreation,

Tours

Bike the Burgh Tour

Apr 1, 2019 - Dec 31, 2019 | 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Historical city bike tour through various neighborhoods of the city READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment

Bubble Boy: The Musical

Sep 22, 2019 - Nov 30, -0001

Arcade Comedy Theater presents its first ever musical! READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Community

Gateway Center Walking Tour

Aug 2, 2019 - Aug 30, 2019 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Free weekly guided 1-hour Gateway Center walking tour READ MORE

Sports + Recreation

Free Fridays at Town Place Fitness

Aug 2, 2019 - Sep 27, 2019

Try one of Downtown's newest gyms for free Fridays in August and September, featuring a rooftop basketball court, free weights, new equipment, and more. READ MORE

Sports + Recreation

Free Fridays at Town Place Fitness

Aug 2, 2019 - Sep 27, 2019 | 5:00 am - 10:00 pm

Try one of Downtown's newest gyms for free Fridays in August and September, featuring a rooftop basketball court, free weights, new equipment, and more. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment

Live Music Fridays at Backstage Bar

Jul 5, 2019 - Aug 30, 2019 | 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Come to the Greer Cabaret Theater and Backstage Bar to take advantage of our full bar and dinner menu as you enjoy the free, live music every Friday/Saturday from 5:00-7:30 p.m. READ MORE

Entertainment,

Nightlife

Salsa Fridays

Jul 5, 2019 - Aug 23, 2019 | 10:00 pm - 1:30 am

Doors open 10-10:15pm. Dancing from 10:30pm-1:30am. Late Night Happy Hour 9-11pm. READ MORE

Shopping

Mellon Square Farmers Market

Jun 28, 2019 - Oct 25, 2019 | 10:30 am - 1:30 pm

Shop local vendors for fresh fruits & veggies, prepared foods, and more Fridays in Mellon Square. READ MORE

Entertainment,

Family,

Market Square

Dancing in the Square

Jun 7, 2019 - Aug 30, 2019 | 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Dancing in the Square is presented by USA Dance Pittsburgh in conjunction with the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership. Join us to get your weekend moving as you learn exciting new and traditional dances in the heart of Pittsburgh. Classes are free, don’t require a partner, and are followed up perfectly with dinner in Downtown. READ MORE

Market Square,

Shopping

Fashion Market

Jun 7, 2019 - Aug 30, 2019 | 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

A variety of retailers and mobile fashion trucks offer unique deals, great finds, and an exciting way to do some shopping on your lunch break in Downtown while supporting small, local businesses. READ MORE

Entertainment,

Tours

Haunted Pittsburgh Downtown Walking Tour

May 18, 2019 - Nov 10, 2019 | 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Haunted Pittsburgh is the curator of Pittsburgh's nightmares and all things that go bump in the night. Join us for a spine-tingling ghost tour of one of America's most haunted cities. READ MORE