Events

Name: Downtown Pittsburgh
Address: Pittsburgh, PA

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Arts + Culture,

Entertainment

Lads and Ladies of the Night

Dec 21, 2024 | 9:00 pm - 10:00 pm

A night where pushing the envelope is encouraged and gasps are expected. Although true lads and ladies of the night partake in a different kind of evening entertainment… READ MORE

Entertainment,

Film & Movies,

Holidays,

Tours

Holiday Ride + Movie

Dec 21, 2024 | 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Join the Burgh Bus for a special holiday experience, the Holiday Ride + Movie! READ MORE

Entertainment,

Holidays,

Tours

Laughter Under the Lights

Dec 21, 2024 | 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Join the Burgh Bus for a special holiday experience, Laughter Under the Lights! READ MORE

Community,

Entertainment,

Film & Movies

Library Lounge: Throwback Cinema – Gremlins

Dec 21, 2024 | 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Join Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh for a fun movie screening of movies at least 20 years old. READ MORE

Family,

Holidays

Santa at the History Center

Dec 21, 2024 | 10:30 am - 1:30 pm

Ho-ho-ho, the holidays are here and that means jolly Old Saint Nick is back at the History Center! Plan your visit to the museum to meet Santa in the Great Hall on select days throughout the holiday season. READ MORE

Entertainment,

Holidays,

Music

Trans-Siberian Orchestra

Dec 21, 2024 | 2:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Come see the Trans-Siberian Orchestra perform LIVE at PPG Paints Arena on The Lost Christmas Eve Tour! READ MORE

Entertainment,

Holidays,

Music

Trans-Siberian Orchestra

Dec 21, 2024 | 7:30 pm - 11:30 pm

Come see the Trans-Siberian Orchestra perform LIVE at PPG Paints Arena on The Lost Christmas Eve Tour! READ MORE

Family,

Film & Movies,

Holidays

Breakfast and The Polar Express (3D) with Santa

Dec 21, 2024 | 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

All Aboard! Get ready for a jolly good time at Carnegie Science Center’s Breakfast and a Movie with Santa! This magical event is packed with holiday cheer and merriment for the whole family. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment

Texture Ballet presents: The Nutcracker

Dec 21, 2024

This timeless classic follows the young Clara and her Nutcracker Prince as they are swept away on an enchanting adventure, led by the mysterious Drosselmeyer and Lady Silberhaus. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Film & Movies

All We Imagine As Light

Dec 20, 2024 - Jan 2, 2025

Crafted with visual poetry and emotional empathy, this 2024 Cannes Film Festival Grand Prix winner from director Payal Kapadia shines a light on three nurses as they negotiate love and life in the teeming Mumbai metropolis. READ MORE

Holidays,

Music

Highmark Holiday Pops

Dec 13, 2024 - Dec 22, 2024

Pittsburgh's favorite holiday tradition! Celebrate the season with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra in this annual festive program. Featuring "Sleigh Ride," the "Hallelujah" chorus as well as sing-alongs and a very special guest, come get in the holiday spirit and experience the festive Yuletide splendor of Heinz Hall. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Family

A Musical Christmas Carol

Dec 11, 2024 - Dec 22, 2024

Join the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come as they lead Ebenezer Scrooge on a heartfelt journey of self-reflection and redemption to discover the true meaning of family, friendship and love. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Family,

Holidays

The Nutcracker

Dec 6, 2024 - Dec 27, 2024

The dazzling world of The Nutcracker returns to the Benedum Center this December. Set in turn-of-the-century Pittsburgh, The Nutcracker sweeps audiences into a thrilling journey with Marie and the Nutcracker Prince as they travel through sparkling snow into the Land of Enchantment. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment

A Christmas Story: The Play

Dec 4, 2024 - Dec 22, 2024

Be a holiday hero and bring your brood downtown this season to bask in the warm glow of holiday lights and experience the joy of a tale that is anything but your average Christmas “story.” READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment

Luis Carreon in La Bestia

Dec 4, 2024 - Jan 5, 2025

Beneath Luis Carreon's suave and debonair exterior lies La Bestia (The Beast)–a magician of unparalleled skill with a mischievous sense of humor. In his one-man show, Luis combines his jaw-dropping magical skills, his Latin heritage, and off-the-wall comedy to share his real-life experiences, poking fun at stereotypes, cultural differences, and himself. READ MORE

Entertainment

Who's Holiday

Nov 27, 2024 - Dec 22, 2024

This Cabaret of WHO’S HOLIDAY by Matthew Lombardo is strictly R-rated, so don’t bring your kiddo! READ MORE

Family,

Holidays

22nd Annual Gingerbread Display

Nov 23, 2024 - Jan 3, 2025

The City of Pittsburgh's annual Gingerbread House Competition returns for the 22nd year! The people of Pittsburgh, surrounding Allegheny County communities, and beyond are invited to see the dazzling array of edible houses on display this holiday season! READ MORE

Holidays,

Outdoor,

Shopping

Peoples Gas Holiday Market™

Nov 22, 2024 - Dec 24, 2024

Find one-of-a-kind wares from local makers along with beautiful and practical gifts created by artisans from around the world at the 13th Peoples Gas Holiday Market. Shopping in this European-style holiday market—with its international flair, local charm, and full stocked shelves—has never been better! READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Free event

Kim Bond: We Are Not Alone

Sep 6, 2024 - Jan 12, 2025

Kim Bond: We Are Not Alone is curated by Steph Neary & Anastasia James and presented by the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust. This exhibition is part of a series of exhibitions in collaboration with VaultArt Studio that promotes the inclusion of artists with disabilities in contemporary art. READ MORE

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

Arts + Culture

KAWS + Warhol

May 18, 2024 - Jan 20, 2025

In celebration of its 30th anniversary, The Warhol presents KAWS + Warhol, the first exhibition to examine the dark themes present in the work of both artists. READ MORE

Holidays,

Outdoor,

Tours

Holiday Lights Tour

Nov 29, 2024 - Jan 1, 2025 | 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Enjoy an evening in Downtown Pittsburgh, learning about the history of the city, discovering beautiful squares and pieces of architecture, while getting to see all the festive holiday lights and decorations! READ MORE

Outdoor,

Tours

Black & Ghost Tour

Oct 17, 2024 - Dec 31, 2024 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Experience the spookiest of Pittsburgh’s Downtown! Get to see outstanding historic landmarks (often beautifully lit up in the darker and colder months) during the quiet evening hours and learn about their history and which spirits lurk in them. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Outdoor,

Tours

Best Of The Burgh Tour

Oct 9, 2024 - Dec 31, 2024 | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

A "Best of the Burgh" guided walking tour of Downtown Pittsburgh. READ MORE

Community,

Outdoor,

Sports + Recreation

Beauty of the Burgh Tour

Aug 1, 2024 - Dec 31, 2024 | 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. But if you know the Burgh already, we promise you that you will still find out unknown historical facts! READ MORE

Family,

Holidays,

Tours

Santa Fun Cruise & Tour

Dec 7, 2024 - Dec 22, 2024

Bring the whole family down aboard this Pittsburgh holiday tradition for a special meet-and-greet with Santa Claus! Aboard this holiday Pittsburgh riverboat tour, the kids will enjoy a DJ dance party and a special treat from Santa Claus! Kids, get your Christmas list in order and we’ll see you on the riverboat! READ MORE

Holidays,

Tours

Holiday Captain's Dinner Cruise & Tour

Dec 7, 2024 - Dec 21, 2024 | 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

‘Tis the Season to be Jolly in Pittsburgh! Let the season sparkle and shine on the river! Enjoy a holiday celebration onboard a Pittsburgh riverboat cruise & tour. Featuring our fabulous holiday buffet, festive holiday DJ entertainment and even a special appearance by Santa! READ MORE

Arts + Culture

HIGHRISES: The Art and History of Classic Skyscrapers

Oct 31, 2024 - Dec 21, 2024

Downtown's newest art gallery features stunning drone-scan portraits of Art Deco towers across the USA. Open to the public. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Free event

Roger Jacoby: Pittsburgh Stories

Oct 25, 2024 - Jan 5, 2025

Wood Street Galleries is pleased to present the world premiere of three newly restored experimental films by Roger Jacoby (b. New York, 1944–1985), a pivotal figure bridging the pre- and post-liberation eras of gay experimental filmmaking. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Outdoor,

Tours

Art & Artists Tour

Jun 1, 2024 - Dec 28, 2024 | 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Venture off the beaten path with us to discover downtown Pittsburgh's public art. Our expert guides will navigate the hidden parts of downtown to showcase murals, art installations, sculptures and more. You'll also learn about the many artists and musicians who called Pittsburgh home. READ MORE