⚠️ As Pittsburgh begins to reopen, be sure to check with the event organizer as many events have been postponed, canceled, or moved online due to the COVID-19 outbreak.
A fun new musical based on the books Rosie Revere, Engineer, Iggy Peck, Architect and Ada Twist, Scientist by Andrea Beaty which spotlights the STEM curriculum READ MORE
In honor of Trans Day of Visibility, ReelQ presents a screening of “Where is my Refuge,” episode 4 of the award-winning Sundance documentary series America in Transition. This screening will be followed by a discussion and Q&A lead by the subject of the documentary episode, Nina Chaubal. READ MORE
The Hard Rock Cafe is pleased to present the return of our monthly GLAM ROCK: DRAG BRUNCH - Salute to the 90's/Early 2000s! Join us on Sunday, March 31 as we present the best Drag Brunch in the city with your host Lola LeCroix and the best divas in the Steel City! READ MORE
The 2019 UPMC Children's Ball benefits the Matilda Theiss Early Childhood Behavior Health Program of UPMC. The event is filled with family fun for all ages. READ MORE
On Saturday, March 23, 2019, The Children’s Home of Pittsburgh & Lemieux Family Center will present its 18th annual signature gala, Lights, Camera… Shake Your Booties! READ MORE
LEO is a mind-bending, funny, surreal, and surprisingly touching theater work that challenges the senses and tests perceptions of reality through the clever interplay of live performance and high tech video projection. READ MORE
Fueled by a fierce chemistry and brother-like camaraderie, Red Bank, New Jersey-based foursome Young Rising Sons deliver anthemic alt-rock that's uplifting and infectious but unshakably honest. READ MORE
Join the Office of Public Art on a Downtown, light-based artworks tour. The tour will include works such as Garrison Canal, FLOW, and a stop to Wood Street Galleries to see the latest exhibition by Refik Anadol. READ MORE
Inclusive Innovation Summit is returning for a fourth year in a row! It's an opportunity for local organizations and businesses to come together and showcase their vision for inclusion in Pittsburgh. All of the programming will be free of charge and complimentary childcare, bus passes and refreshments will be provided. READ MORE
Let Midnight Radio sweep you away to a land full of magic with a legendary crew of misfit friends where the weather is unpredictable, wickedness flies in from every direction, and a ‘great and powerful’ man behind a curtain is said to have all the answers. READ MORE
You're invited to our second Creatives Hour presented by @PGH.Creative at @BeaconPGH , so if you missed the first one, we better see you at this one! Come mix & mingle with us and our talented cohost @ZacharyRutterArt Thursday, March 28th, from 7-11. 484 Graeme Street, Pittsburgh, PA Catch you on the 3rd floor of Market Street Grocery @marketstgrocery READ MORE
Join City of Asylum for a screening of Burkinabè Rising presented by Sembène–The Film & Art Festival. (This film will be presented in French, English & Moore.) READ MORE
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
Join City of Asylum for a screening and Q&A discussion of the newly released political documentary What Is Democracy?, presented as part of the CMU Humanities Festival. READ MORE
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
Celebrate the rainforest, learn about its intricate ecosystem, and meet beautiful rainforest birds and other rainforest creatures including a Linnaeus's Two-toed sloth. READ MORE
History never goes out of style! Shop ‘til you drop at the seventh annual Vintage Pittsburgh retro fair, presented in partnership with the Neighborhood Flea at the Heinz History Center. READ MORE
Join the Fort Pitt Museum for a day-long seminar commemorating the 245th anniversary of Lord Dunmore’s War, which will feature noted authors along with guests from the Shawnee Tribe. READ MORE
Bookish in the ‘Burgh is a free, one-day festival celebrating teen literature by bringing authors and readers together. On March 23, 2019 in Pittsburgh’s Cultural District, eight acclaimed young adult authors will join their readers for a full day of conversation, book signings, and a celebration of all things bookish. Books will be available for sale at the festival. READ MORE
The Pittsburgh Humanities Festival brings together internationally-renowned academics, artists, and intellectual innovators offering interviews, intimate conversations, and select performances focused on art, literature, music, science, policy, politics, and more—all in a lively, entertaining, accessible format in the Cultural District. It’s smart talk about stuff that matters. READ MORE
As a counter to the divisiveness currently exploding in our world, our nation, and even in our city, this is We Are All Related - a passionate visualization of heartstrong humanity presented through exhibition of multimedia. READ MORE
Join City of Asylum for a reading with John Corbett in conversation with Josiah McElheny. This program will be held downstairs in our intimate Word Cellar. READ MORE
You’ve admired their work — now it’s time to meet them in person. Pittsburgh Magazine is hosting the winners of their annual Best of Design contest at the Renaissance Hotel READ MORE
Did you know a cluttered environment has direct correlation to your physical well-being? Sandra Lane will inspire you to renew yourself by taking steps towards the release of excess in your life and space. Getting to a place of simplicity is easier than you think! READ MORE
The Warhol welcomes vocalist and performance artist, serpentwithfeet (aka Josiah Wise) on a tour supporting his debut full-length album, soil, co-released by Tri Angle Records and Secretly Canadian. READ MORE
Explore Pittsburgh’s Hollywood stories, look at clothing and see how it has changed over time, and weave a simple pattern at the Heinz History Center. Then watch the work of Lois Weber, America’s first female film director, and make your own mini movie! READ MORE
Created exclusively for Liberty Magic, Lee Terbosic’s newest show IN PLAIN SLEIGHT is an interactive performance of incredible magic, comedy, illusion, sleight of hand, mind reading and story telling all rolled up into one 75 minute show that will leave you wanting more. READ MORE
Join City of Asylum for a reading with author Amitava Kumar who will be presenting his newest book Immigrant, Montana. This event is co-sponsored by CMU’s Literary and Cultural Studies Colloquium & The Humanities Festival. READ MORE
It's the first day of spring, and Pittsburghers want to go outside to enjoy the beauty of this region, without putting their health at risk from air pollution. READ MORE
The PDP Annual Meeting will be on Wednesday, March 20, 2019 at 3:30 p.m. with a cocktail reception to follow immediately, hosted at the Pittsburgh Playhouse at Point Park University. READ MORE
Ever since 2010, when Gary Clark Jr. wowed audiences with electrifying live sets everywhere from the Crossroads Festival to Hollywood’s historic Hotel Café, his modus operandi has remained crystal clear: “I listen to everything...so I want to play everything.” READ MORE
We’ve invited a few of our great local craft brewers to join us at this class to bring us up to speed on what is happening with the craft beer scene locally. READ MORE
Join City of Asylum for a concert featuring the powerhouse jazz talents of Eric DeFade, Paul Thompson and Thomas Wendt playing the music from Sonny Rollins’ classic album, Way Out West. READ MORE
Punch Brothers are the quintet of mandolinist Chris Thile, guitarist Chris Eldridge, bassist Paul Kowert, banjoist Noam Pikelny and violinist Gabe Witcher. Says the Washington Post, "With enthusiasm and experimentation, Punch Brothers take bluegrass to its next evolutionary stage, drawing equal inspiration from the brain and the heart." READ MORE
Join Irish genealogy experts Fintan Mullan and Gillian Hunt from the Ulster Historical Foundation in Belfast for the fifth annual Irish Genealogy Workshop featuring new topics on the rich genealogical sources found in Ireland. READ MORE
Join City of Asylum for a screening of Five Fingers for Marseilles presented by Sembène–The Film & Art Festival. (This film will be presented in Sesotho with English subtitles.) READ MORE
Hailed worldwide as one of the greatest guitar players of his generation, Joe Bonamassa has almost single-handedly redefined the blues-rock genre and brought it into the mainstream. READ MORE
“White, a blank page or canvas …” splattered with love, obsession, critics and the music of Stephen Sondheim creates the Tony Award-winning masterpiece that is Sunday in the Park with George. READ MORE
Girl Scout Brownies and Juniors, join a “security guard” to explore the History Center after hours and search for pieces of a magical artifact that allow life-like figures to come alive every night! READ MORE
When Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre and Dance Theatre of Harlem joined forces in 2017 for a sold-out run at the August Wilson Center, the Post-Gazette called it “a pas de deux of voluminous proportions.” Audiences called for an encore. In March, PBT and DTH will reunite for a mixed repertory production, featuring repertoire signatures from both companies and a collaborative staging of Stanton Welch’s expressive Orange READ MORE
Wear your favorite party clothes and dance the night away with DJ Kelly Mom from KID CITY Rockers at this year's annual member only dinner dance! READ MORE
Catalogue contributors, Jessica Beck, Emily Colucci, Alex Fialho, and Rickey Laurentiis, talk with Devan Shimoyama about his work and practice. READ MORE
My Favorite Murder is the hit true crime comedy podcast hosted by Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark. Since its inception in early 2016, the show has broken download records and galvanized a devoted “Murderino” fan base. Their live tours are known throughout the world, selling out large theaters across the US, Canada, Australia, and Europe. READ MORE
Celebrate Women’s History Month with the Heinz History Center by exploring the story of Lois Weber, a Pittsburgher who became America’s first female film director. See film highlights, re-create movie making techniques, and star in your own silent movie! READ MORE
Join the Carnegie Library Downtown and Business branch on the second Monday of each month for Círculo de Lectores to discuss Spanish literature READ MORE
A panel of judges composed of Pittsburgh theatre and music professionals will select singers and actors from three different age groups to perform in a talent showcase. READ MORE
Join us for an intimate evening of readings with exceptional writers co-curated by Pat Hart and Marc Nieson of the Free Association Reading Series. READ MORE
Come explore the murals and other public art found in historic downtown Pittsburgh with Pittsburgh Running Tours. Runners will get the chance to learn about the many pieces of public art downtown. READ MORE
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
Join the Fort Pitt Museum for a program that will help us better understand the impact of Colonel Daniel Brodhead’s 1779 expedition up the Allegheny River into Seneca country. READ MORE
Camille A. Brown is a prolific Black female choreographer whose work examines the cultural narrative of African American identity. A Jacob’s Pillow Dance Award-winner and Guggenheim Fellowship-recipient, her bold work taps into both ancestral stories and contemporary culture to capture a range of deeply personal experiences. READ MORE
This free event is designed to provide an opportunity for veterans, as well as their spouses, to receive training and resources related to developing a great resume, enhance interview skills, and gain greater understanding of personal finance. READ MORE
Cub Scouts, join a “security guard” to explore the History Center after hours and search for pieces of a magical artifact that allow life-like figures to come alive every night! READ MORE
Experience the spirit, passions and courageous acts of the Mirabal sisters – “The Butterflies” – as they inspired a fight for freedom in the Dominican Republic READ MORE
This hybrid storytelling sensation has been growing in popularity since its co-producer, Alan Olifson, brought it to Pittsburgh over 4 years ago. With its steadily growing audience and frequent media buzz, WordPlay has become a staple of Pittsburgh’s literary and theater scene. READ MORE
Join the Heinz History Center for the premiere of “The Rock,” a documentary about the life and legacy of Therese Rocco—one of America’s first female assistant police chiefs and the first in Pittsburgh. READ MORE
Dave English is a Pittsburgh-based puppeteer, a former F.I.N.E. Art Resident, and Children's Museum of Pittsburgh collaborator whose creative practice blends storytelling, writing, performance, and elaborate small scale construction READ MORE
The high-flying action of a Marvel Studios movie is meant to be seen on the biggest screen available with super surround sound. That’s why there’s no better theater to experience Captain Marvel 3D than The Rangos READ MORE
Join FBIP artist Martha Jackson Jarvis in conversation with Thaddeus Mosley, sculptor and Carnegie International, 57th Edition, 2018 artist followed by Q & A. READ MORE
Take an enlightening journey through 5,000 years! SHEN YUN’S unique artistic vision expands theatrical experience into a multi-dimensional, inspiring journey through one of humanity’s greatest treasures—the ?ve millennia of traditional Chinese culture. READ MORE
A Rube Goldberg Machine Contest (RGMC) is an event where students of all ages compete with the machines they have imagined, designed and created in a fun and competitive forum READ MORE
Join the Children's Museum for fragments in the Art Studio. slowdanger and David Bernabo create a series entitled ‘fragments’, an accumulative performance process where the group layers movement, sound, and mark making to build a textural landscape over the process of a day. READ MORE
From award-winning documentary filmmaker E. Chai Vasarhelyi and world-renowned photographer and mountaineer Jimmy Chin comes National Geographic Documentary Film’s Free Solo, a stunning, intimate and unflinching portrait of the free soloist climber Alex Honnold READ MORE
Television Host and Culture Expert on the Emmy-nominated Netflix reboot of Queer Eye, Karamo Brown says that the key to his success is tapping into the many facets of his identity. READ MORE
The conference provides consumers with ten days of networking and educational opportunities. Seasonal cooking demonstrations, gardening, and information about the nutritional value of local food are presented by local experts. READ MORE
Winter in Pittsburgh calls for a cozy bar crawl! Wigle Whiskey and the Omni William Penn Hotel are teaming up for an indoor bar crawl inside the hotel’s bars and restaurants. READ MORE
Tapescape 3.0 is an indoor climbing, sliding, rolling landscape made of more than 50 miles of packing tape stretched over a two-story steel frame READ MORE
This new exhibit showcases Pulitzer Prize winning humorist and inventor Rube Goldberg™’s iconic contraptions and celebrates his imaginative techniques, humorous storytelling and inventive skills. READ MORE
A remarkably timely piece, Vinegar Tom, written in 1976, explores issues surrounding gender inequality with inspiration from the 17th century English witch trials. READ MORE
A portion of one of the cell blocks was preserved when the former Allegheny County Jail was renovated in 2001 to house the Family Division of the Court of Common Pleas READ MORE