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

Sports + Recreation

Downtown 5k Tour

Aug 31, 2019 | 8:00 am - 9:00 am

Downtown Pittsburgh (or ‘dahntahn’ as the locals know it) is full of history, from the French and Indian War to the Underground Railroad. Learn about Fort Pitt, the Diamond Market, and more of Pittsburgh’s fascinating history on this 5k tour. READ MORE

Sports + Recreation

North Shore 5k Tour

Aug 31, 2019 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am

From bridges to stadiums to fantastic views of downtown and more, there is plenty to see on the North Shore 5k route. We make plenty of stops for photo opportunities on this flat, fun route. READ MORE

Sports + Recreation

Pitt Panthers vs. Virginia Cavaliers

Aug 31, 2019 | 7:30 pm - 11:00 pm

The Panthers take on the Cavaliers. READ MORE

Arts + Culture

The New Map of Empire

Aug 31, 2019 | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Join the Fort Pitt Museum in welcoming S. Max Edelson, professor of History at the University of Virginia, for a discussion on the British efforts to map America before the American Revolution. READ MORE

Entertainment

The Nightingale

Aug 30, 2019 - Sep 5, 2019 | 12:00 pm - 12:00 am

Set during the colonization of Australia in 1825. READ MORE

Entertainment,

Family,

Festival

Heinz Field Kickoff and Rib Festival

Aug 29, 2019 - Sep 2, 2019

The 2019 Heinz Field Rib Fest will feature food from some of the best rib and brisket vendors in the world. Known as the “largest Rib Fest east of the Mississippi,” the Rib Fest is expected to attract more than 100,000 attendees over the five-day event schedule. Entry to the festival grounds and concerts are free for all fans. Gates open at 12 p.m. each day and close at 11 p.m. READ MORE

Entertainment

Pulp Fiction – 25th Anniversary

Aug 29, 2019 - Sep 1, 2019 | 12:00 pm - 12:00 am

Celebrate 25 years of Quentin Tarantino’s signature, unforgettable crime film at The Rangos! READ MORE

Arts + Culture

"Mutant Media" at SPACE

Aug 23, 2019 - Nov 11, 2019

An exhibition of American artists working within the DIY aesthetic at SPACE gallery. 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

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,

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

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

Family,

Market Square

Saturday KidsPlay

Jun 8, 2019 - Aug 31, 2019 | 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

KidsPlay provides free interactive and educational programming for children in Downtown Pittsburgh! READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Community,

Market Square,

Shopping

Night Market

May 18, 2019 - Oct 26, 2019 | 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Night Markets bring an awesome outdoor pop-up shopping market and festival to Downtown, featuring Pittsburgh’s most creative independent vendors. Clothing, furniture, candles, food, drinks, and more are exhibited in this weekly series. READ MORE

Sports + Recreation

Yoga in Allegheny Commons Park

May 18, 2019 - Aug 31, 2019 | 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Join the Counseling and Wellness Center of Pittsburgh for free yoga 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

Entertainment