Events

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Arts + Culture

Pittsburgh’s Hidden History: Behind the Curtain

Mar 8, 2026 | 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Take a behind-the-scenes look into the making of the marquee exhibition. READ MORE
Workshops & Classes

Exactitude Dance Workshop with Traci Reszetylo (2026 Child)

Mar 8, 2026 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Acclaimed Radio City Rockette and Point Park Alumn returns to Pittsburgh for an exclusive workshop for children! READ MORE
Sports + Recreation

Penguins vs. Bruins

Mar 8, 2026 | 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Catch the Pittsburgh Penguins as they battle the Boston Bruins at PPG Paints Arena in a thrilling matchup between two Eastern Conference rivals. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Family,
Music

Stardew Valley: Symphony of Seasons

Mar 8, 2026 | 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Make your way to the Benedum Center to embark on a musical journey from your first day in the valley all the way to your arrival to the summit, with the brand new Stardew Valley concert Symphony of Seasons! READ MORE
Free event,
Workshops & Classes

Retelling the Tale: Finding Your Way Into Adaptation with TJ Young

Mar 8, 2026 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
This free workshop focuses on identifying the key elements of an established story to help participants find their “way into” an adaptation, using targeted exercises to highlight the theatrically essential aspects of the source material and develop a clear point of view that serves as a guiding framework for the new work. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community

BOOM Concepts presents Sweat and Sacrifice Exhibition

Mar 7, 2026 - May 1, 2026
Sweat and Sacrifice will present artifacts, memorabilia, media-based ephemera, and sports experiences as a way to celebrate teamwork, fanatic culture, personal well-being, and the integration of creative media into sports culture. READ MORE
Workshops & Classes

Exactitude Dance Workshop with Traci Reszetylo (2026 Adult)

Mar 7, 2026 - Mar 8, 2026 | 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Exactitude Dance founder Traci Reszetylo returns for a Precision Dance Workshop! Acclaimed Radio City Rockette and Point Park Alumn returns to Pittsburgh for an exclusive workshop for children and adults. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Music

Ax Plays Brahms

Mar 6, 2026 - Mar 8, 2026
There’s so much expressive power in this famous piano concerto – one of Brahms’ most personal works and a cornerstone of the repertoire. Who better to hear it from than the world-famous (and Pittsburgh favorite) Emanuel Ax? READ MORE
Convention

2026 Pittsburgh Home & Garden Show

Mar 6, 2026 - Mar 15, 2026
Head to the David L. Lawrence Convention Center for the 44th Annual Pittsburgh Home and Garden Show, a spectacular event occurring March 6 to March 15, 2026. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Family

Jonathan Levit in Reality Reinvented

Mar 5, 2026 - Mar 29, 2026
Prepare to embark on a journey 45 years in the making—a stunning exploration of the connections that unite us all. READ MORE
Community,
Convention

57th Annual NeMLA Conference

Mar 5, 2026 - Mar 8, 2026
The Northeast Modern Language Association (NeMLA) Conference brings together teachers, scholars, and students of literature, language, and culture for engaging panels, discussions, and networking opportunities within one of the largest regional affiliates of the Modern Language Association (MLA). READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment

Forbidden Broadway

Mar 4, 2026 - Mar 8, 2026
All the drama of Broadway—none of the royalties! READ MORE
Arts + Culture

Katarzyna Perlak: The Land Beneath Sleeps Lightly

Mar 4, 2026 - Mar 22, 2026
Experience The Land Beneath Sleeps Lightly at Wood Street Galleries from March 4–22, a free multimedia exhibition by artist Katarzyna Perlak that explores identity, memory, and folklore through a dreamlike, feminist and queer lens. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Film & Movies,
Sports + Recreation

The Football Town

Feb 28, 2026 - Apr 12, 2026
As part of the celebration of Western Pennsylvania’s rich football history leading up to the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh, NFL Films presents the world premiere of “The Football Town,” which explores the region’s storied football tradition. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment

Time to Act

Feb 28, 2026 - Mar 8, 2026
Pittsburgh Opera is proud to present this gripping world premiere. Time to Act demonstrates how the arts can uplift and unify victims of trauma, empowering them to act, while giving voice to the young citizens who have been most impacted by an ongoing cycle of devastating school violence. 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
Community,
Free event

Workbox: Winter Wednesdays

Jan 7, 2026 - Mar 25, 2026
Join Workbox as they open their doors this winter for those looking to experience a vibrant coworking and workspace community and escape the cold! READ MORE
Arts + Culture

Andy Warhol: Vanitas

Nov 26, 2025 - Mar 9, 2026
Andy Warhol: Vanitas explores the ephemeral nature of life as seen through the eyes of one of the most iconic artists of the 20th century. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment

Under The Radar

Sep 20, 2025 - Mar 21, 2026 | 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Join us for an entertaining night of hilarious comedy at Under The Radar and support Pittsburgh's vibrant improv scene! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Family,
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation,
Tours

Beauty of the Burgh Bike Tour

Jan 1, 2026 - Jan 1, 2027 | 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Whether you are visiting Pittsburgh or you are a local, you will learn interesting facts about the history and culture of Pittsburgh while riding past beautiful sights and architecture. READ MORE

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