Come to Pittsburgh’s best New Year’s Eve Party! Enjoy live music, drink packages, complimentary buffet, party favors and a champagne toast at midnight! READ MORE
Murder and blackmail are on the menu when six mysterious guests assemble at Boddy Manor for a night they’ll never forget! Was it Mrs. Peacock in the study with the knife? Or was it Colonel Mustard in the library with the wrench? Based on the fan-favorite 1985 Paramount Pictures movie and inspired by the classic Hasbro board game, Clue is the ultimate whodunit that will leave you dying of laughter and keep you guessing until the final twist. READ MORE
Mike Tomaro has been the Director of Jazz Studies at Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, PA, since 1997. A saxophonist, flutist, clarinetist, composer, arranger, and educator, he wrote one of the definitive books on jazz arranging used by countless high school and college band directors. “Instrumental Jazz Arranging - A Comprehensive and Practical Guide” is published by Hal Leonard. READ MORE
The Glamour Gala Fashion Show and Art Exhibit (GGFSAE) will be hosting their 2nd annual fashion show “The Glamour Gala Vol.2” on December 28, 2025 from 3:00-7:00pm. READ MORE
Venture into the unknown with us during this very special screening of “Frozen II” in 3D at Rangos Giant Cinema on Sun., Dec. 28 at 10 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. Come early to meet the ice princess! READ MORE
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Pittsburgh. READ MORE
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Pittsburgh. READ MORE
For the first time in forever, come sing along to this very special screening of “Frozen” at the Rangos Giant Cinema Sat., Dec. 27 at 10 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. Come early to meet the ice princess! READ MORE
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Pittsburgh. READ MORE
Experienced improvisers Well Known Strangers get a suggestion from the audience to inspire laugh-out-loud stories and characters. Don’t miss this night of clever and absurd scenes by this fun-loving team of goofs. READ MORE
Back by popular demand and just in time to wrap up your holiday season with a little wonder: the best of the ‘Burgh! It’s Whose Trick is it Anyway? The improv magic show where everything is made up and the points still don’t matter. That’s right, they’re like the volume of Teller’s microphone... completely silent. READ MORE
Get ready for Animeverse Fest, happening December 20–21, 2025, at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center! This dynamic event will bring the venue to life as anime and gaming fans come together for an unforgettable weekend. READ MORE
Seventeen-year stand-up comedy veteran Subhah Agarwal has been seen on HBO, NBC, Hulu, and more. Now she’s returning to the Arcade Theater for a hilarious night of comedy covering everything from spy pigeons to questionable burlesque. READ MORE
Join the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh for a movie screening of Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas. All movies selected will be at least 20 years old. READ MORE
Max Fleischer is one of the most renowned pioneers in animation. From 1919 to 1942, he and his company, Fleischer Studios, produced nearly 700 cartoons. Among his many achievements, his studio was the first to animate both Popeye and Superman — and he created the legendary Betty Boop, who remains an icon of American culture to this day. READ MORE
Propel Performing Arts Academy presents Open Letters: Home Is Where the Heart Is, a student-led original musical performance that explores meaningful themes and personal stories through music, movement, and creativity. READ MORE
The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear… and, of course, watching “Elf” at the Rangos Giant Cinema on Fri., Dec. 19 at 8 p.m. READ MORE
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Pittsburgh. READ MORE
The Brazilian director Kleber Mendonça Filho, who has gifted us such breathtakers as Aquarius and Bacurau, returns with a thrillingly unpredictable, empowering political fable about people swept up in forces beyond their control. READ MORE
Choose your own adventure! Continue a Kids Club activity; explore the supplies, toys and games in the children’s space; or teach other kids something you love. Children’s Services staff will be there to support you. For kids in grades K-5. READ MORE
Bob Buncher began working as a sculptor in the 1980s. In 1992 he started investigating video as a medium. Video has become his main avenue of expression. READ MORE
Join the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh for a lively discussion on The Wright Brothers, by David McCullough. This title is available for checkout in our Catalog and may also be available through one of our eResources, including Libby and Hoopla. READ MORE
If you’re into hands-on projects, epic games, music, books and just chilling out, join the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh for Teen Time. For teens in grades 6-12. READ MORE
The virtuosic brass section of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra is renowned for its brilliance, refinement and incredible power. Join the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra for this annual, festive holiday tradition with our special Holiday Brass Spectacular! From traditional Baroque favorites to new arrangements of your most-loved holiday tunes, this evening, perfect for the whole family, is sure to usher in the merry season! READ MORE
Dr. Emmett C. Goods is a trombonist and Associate Professor of Music/Africana Studies and Director of Jazz Studies at the University of Rhode Island. He has been performing for over 25 years. READ MORE
With a special introduction and post-film discussion by Jane Austen Society of North America members and scholars Linda Troost and Sayre Greenfield! AND hot tea and sweets! READ MORE
The Steeler's annual Hall of Honor Dinner celebrates the induction of each year's Hall of Honor class during a special ceremony at Acrisure Stadium. The evening features drinks, dinner, and the appearance of Steelers Legends. READ MORE
“Carrying the voices of women through history, and Henley’s work in American roots music, it’s a fascinating and beautiful release.” – THE GUARDIAN READ MORE
The Family-Friendly Holiday Concert of the Year Gather your friends, family, and festive spirit for an unforgettable evening of holiday music that blends, jazz, soul, and global rhythms. Sounds of the Season brings together some of Pittsburgh’s most celebrated artists – alongside internationally recognized performers – for a joyful concert that welcomes all ages and all traditions. READ MORE
The best way to spread holiday cheer is rooting for your home teams! Be among the first to experience the?Sports360 exhibit with an afternoon packed with game-day excitement and Renegade chills. READ MORE
When singer, fiddler, and songwriter Lily Henley set out to make an album of Sephardic Jewish ballads set to new melodies, she was looking for her own way to interpret a critically endangered tradition. On Oras Dezaoradas (out on Lior Éditions Records), Henley highlights the Ladino language, a threatened tongue that fuses old Spanish with Hebrew, Arabic, Turkish, and Persian elements spoken by less than 100,000 people in the world today. READ MORE
The CHEERSPORT – Pittsburgh Classic 2025 invites spectators to experience a high-energy day of spirit and competition at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center on December 13, 2025. This premier event brings together elite cheerleading teams from across the region as they showcase their athleticism, precision, and teamwork in an electrifying competitive environment. READ MORE
This month's informal afternoon concert will be the Pittsburgh Opera’s “Holiday” concert, featuring holiday favorites and a sing-along for the whole family! READ MORE
Join the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh for a new cookbook club with the Library! At select CLP locations, we will talk cookbooks, share stories and cultures and explore all things culinary. This month will feature The Encyclopedia of Cast Iron: Over 350 Recipes for the Cast Iron Connoisseur. READ MORE
You can be too old for a lot of things, but you’re never too old to be afraid…Or to enjoy "Home Alone" at the Rangos Giant Cinema on Fri., Dec. 12 at 5:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. READ MORE
The David L. Lawrence Convention Center will host the 2025 Play It Forward Toy Drive, a heartwarming annual tradition dedicated to bringing joy to children in need. Held December 12–13, the event invites the community to donate new or gently used toys to brighten the holiday season for families across the region. READ MORE
Join the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to enjoy some coffee and snacks and meet a representative from a local community organization to learn more about their services. READ MORE
Need help getting started with your resume? Learn everything from types of resumes to current formatting trends to getting your resume to potential employers. READ MORE
Reflect on and brainstorm ways to incorporate technology into routines with children. Learn about research and activities that emphasize joint media engagement as a path for positive outcomes. Registration is required for this virtual event. READ MORE
The Cure’s widely acclaimed album, 'SONGS OF A LOST WORLD’ was released in November 2024 and on the night of the album’s unveiling, the band performed the record in full for the first and only time, at London’s Troxy where 3,000 fans attended and tickets sold out within seconds. READ MORE
Join the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh for a lively discussion on Weird Black Girls by Elwin Cotman. Title selections will include genre books including memoirs, plays, poetry, photobooks, and novels. Attendees are welcome to join in-person or virtually using the link provided in your RSVP confirmation email. READ MORE
From NY & LA to Hattiesburg MS & Kamloops Canada (and returning again to Pittsburgh, PA) HUNDREDS OF BEAVERS will be having a one-night-only Northwoods Christmas event on December 10th. And yes, the film is 100% a Christmas film! So come celebrate the season and see the film on the BIG SCREEN, with an audience, for the first or fiftieth time! There will be a special intro, and some giveaways while supplies last! READ MORE
If the phrase “male a cappella group” conjures up an image of students in blue blazers, ties, and khakis singing traditional college songs on ivied campuses... think again. READ MORE
Learn the basics of staying safe and secure while using the internet for everyday activities like browsing websites, checking your email, or making purchases. We will review the CIPA and NCIPA legislation and how the library uses filtering to keep minors safe online. READ MORE
Despite its immense popularity, Handel’s Messiah stands apart from all his other oratorios. It is unique in many ways: it is one of only two oratorios, along with Israel in Egypt, whose text is drawn entirely from the Bible; it lacks a continuous dramatic plot; it is the only one based on the New Testament; and it was the only oratorio performed in a consecrated space during Handel’s lifetime—a reflection of its sacred rather than theatrical nature. READ MORE
Best Buddies Taste Buds 2025 invites guests to enjoy an unforgettable evening of exceptional cuisine and meaningful connections. Held at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center on December 8, 2025, the event brings together top local chefs and devoted food enthusiasts in support of the Best Buddies mission to promote inclusion for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. READ MORE
An evening of GOOD news, community connection and holiday spirit–The award-winning Yinz Are Good podcast presents its annual LIVE Christmas show! READ MORE
‘Tis the season to see eagles! Join the National Aviary for an exciting day trip to Goddard State Park! Birders and animal-lovers will be able to hone bird identification skills, while younger families with birding beginners can learn the basics while exploring one of Western Pennsylvania’s most beautiful locations. READ MORE
Jason Kendall Productions presents the 13th Annual Jason Kendall Holiday Show, offering an unforgettable evening of music and festive entertainment featuring some of Pittsburgh’s finest musicians and performers. READ MORE
Krampus is coming to town on Sat., Dec. 6 at 8 p.m. to Kamin Science Center's Rangos Giant Cinema. Make sure you’re not on his list by joining us for this seasonal fright. READ MORE
Experience an evening of exquisite flavors with Tasting Night, where you can indulge in a curated selection of gourmet dishes, premium wines, or artisanal spirits. READ MORE
Get curious! At Super Science, kids in K-5th grade will have a chance to get excited about a science topic. A read aloud is paired with hands-on, high quality STEM activities promoting scientific inquiry and wonder about science. For kids in grades K-5. READ MORE
Drop in to learn how to use your tablet, iPad, smartphone, laptop, computer or other devices. At this informal help session you can ask us about your device or the apps and programs installed on it, including Microsoft and Google tools. First come, first served. READ MORE
You Got Gold: A Celebration of John Prine captures a star-studded tribute to the legendary songwriter, filmed in October 2022 at Nashville's Ryman Auditorium. The event brought together acclaimed artists, friends, and family to share behind-the-scenes stories and perform classic songs, honoring Prine's enduring legacy. READ MORE
Handmade Arcade’s Holiday Market - Pittsburgh’s largest handmade shopping event - returns on December 5-6 to the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. Shop from more than 290+ makers and artists selling handcrafted clothing, accessories, art, home decor, jewelry, bath & body products, and more unique items - all in one place! READ MORE
You’ll tackle a challenging crime while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The criminal is lurking somewhere in the room, and you may be a Prime Suspect! READ MORE
Join the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to practice your English-reading skills! We will read and discuss a short story together. This group is for English language learners who want to practice with other learners. READ MORE
From 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., community members are invited to donate blood and help save lives this December — with the added chance to win big. Vitalant is thanking December donors with the opportunity to be entered into a drawing for a $20,000 gift card. Appointments can be made at vitalant.org or by calling 877-25-VITAL. Use blood drive code 100563334. READ MORE
The Library is the place to be! Kids Club programs may include crafts, games, books, technology and more. Meet new friends, hang out with old friends and try something new. For kids in grades K-5. READ MORE
Learn about and discuss common developmental delays in children aged birth through five years. Identify actions to take, along with activities, strategies and Library resources that offer positive sensory experiences for all young children. Registration is required for this virtual event. READ MORE
It is 1843, and a 31-year-old Dickens is riding the crest of extraordinary fame. Even as he prepares to write his most celebrated work, A Christmas Carol, he attends an evening of magical theatre that will change his life. Fascinated by the art form, he becomes Charles Dickens, Conjurer. Here is a world of wandering spirits, a tragic death, sweat-shops, debtor’s prisons, hypnotism, mysticism, and a most extraordinary bird. READ MORE
Wood Street Galleries is proud to partner with Visual AIDS for Day With(out) Art 2025 by presenting Meet Us Where We’re At, a program of six videos that forefront the experiences of drug users and harm reduction practices as they intersect with the ongoing HIV crisis. READ MORE
If you’re into hands-on projects, epic games, music, books and just chilling out, join the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh for Teen Time. For teens in grades 6-12. READ MORE
Step into the spirit of the season with Rocky Mountain High Experience®: A John Denver Christmas—an intimate, nostalgic journey back to the 1970s, when John Denver’s music filled the airwaves and hearts across the country. READ MORE
Attendees are encouraged to plan ahead for the 2025 Tourism Development Summit, an opportunity to connect with VisitPITTSBURGH representatives and fellow industry partners. The event offers valuable insight into the latest strategic plans shaping Allegheny County’s tourism landscape, along with updates on current changes and future projects designed to strengthen and grow the region’s visitor economy. READ MORE
Acclaimed retelling of classic film Die Hard?from Richard Marsh – Fringe First-winner, London poetry slam champion, BBC Audio Drama Best Scripted Comedy Drama award-winner and New York cop (one of these is untrue). READ MORE
Experience one of the best family Christmas shows with America’s showman singer/entertainer Mark Milovats and his Santa Belle Dancers, his Holiday Pops Orchestra, live penguins and special celebrity guests. Enjoy holiday songs from “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” to “Sleigh Ride” to pop standards like “Copacabana” and “My Way.“ “Milovats is better than Sinatra, Bennett and Bublé.” - Rocky Bleier Don’t miss it! READ MORE
Walk the Burgh's holiday tour! Get into the holiday spirit and 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
This holiday season, from November 25 through December 29, Hofbräuhaus Pittsburgh Brewery & Restaurant is giving back with its Holiday Bonus Cards—where the more guests celebrate, the more they earn. READ MORE
Journey to the far reaches of the Pacific Ocean, where blue-green islands, pink-hue atolls, and coral reefs thrive with a dizzying array of wildlife and tropical beauty. READ MORE
Titled after a line from her own writing, I Will Belong to Only Me marks the first U.S. solo survey of Peju Alatise (b. 1975 in Lagos, Nigeria). A defining figure in contemporary African art, this exhibition brings together two decades of her work across sculpture, installation, text, and film. READ MORE
Picture This is a free public art exhibit featuring vibrant photos by renowned Pittsburgh photographers, personal recordings, and interactive activations, this new multimedia exhibition reveals the power of connecting across generations. READ MORE
Con Alma keeps the vibes flowing with two daily Happy Hours—early evenings feature $8 Latin-style cocktails, wine, and $1 off select beers, while late nights bring $9 martinis, Old Fashioneds, and select wines. READ MORE
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trusts presenst an exhibition that celebrates the incredible talents of CAPA alumni and faculty for its 45th Anniversary. READ MORE
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
Enjoy free family-friendly activities on weekends throughout December, presented by Space Bar with support from the Downtown Placemaking Grant. READ MORE
Join the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to practice your English-speaking skills! You can freely practice with friendly neighbors in this relaxed social group. This group is for English language learners who want to practice with other learners. READ MORE
Join the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh for stories, songs and action rhymes. During this 30 minute program, families will meet new friends and develop early literacy skills. For children ages birth to five years and their caregivers. READ MORE
Con Alma keeps the vibes flowing with two daily Happy Hours—early evenings feature $8 Latin-style cocktails, wine, and $1 off select beers, while late nights bring $9 martinis, Old Fashioneds, and select wines. READ MORE
Con Alma keeps the vibes flowing with two daily Happy Hours—early evenings feature $8 Latin-style cocktails, wine, and $1 off select beers, while late nights bring $9 martinis, Old Fashioneds, and select wines. READ MORE
Con Alma keeps the vibes flowing with two daily Happy Hours—early evenings feature $8 Latin-style cocktails, wine, and $1 off select beers, while late nights bring $9 martinis, Old Fashioneds, and select wines. READ MORE
Con Alma keeps the vibes flowing with two daily Happy Hours—early evenings feature $8 Latin-style cocktails, wine, and $1 off select beers, while late nights bring $9 martinis, Old Fashioneds, and select wines. READ MORE
Arcade Comedy Theater presents Got Rights? - a monthly comedy open mic that celebrates and centers comedy from queer individuals, women, and femmes! READ MORE
Get ready for a sightseeing tour like no other! Hop aboard the Burgh Bus where the laughter never stops. Enjoy stunning skyline views and hilarious local comedians! READ MORE