Events
Events
See what’s happening in Downtown Pittsburgh with the official neighborhood calendar.
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May 2018
Community,
Family,
Festival,
Sports + Recreation
OpenStreetsPGH
May 27, 2018 | 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Experience your city in a whole new way while enjoying a summer day with your friends and family. READ MORE
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
Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Tampa Bay Bucaneers
Aug 9, 2019 - Nov 30, -0001 | 7:30 pm - 12:00 am
READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Nightlife
21+ Speakeasy Socials
May 31, 2018 | 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Step into the History Center’s swingin’ speakeasy on select Thursdays this spring. Guests 21 and over can learn how to concoct the perfect Prohibition-inspired cocktail with Wigle Whiskey, sample scintillating spirits and speakeasy-era snacks, and test their ‘20s knowledge during boozy trivia in a recreated speakeasy. READ MORE
Entertainment
William Shakespeare's Long Lost First Play (Abridged)
May 31, 2018 - Jul 1, 2018
The Reduced Shakespeare Company returns to wrap up the 2017/2018 season with an all-new, laugh-a-minute “tale told by idiots.” The Bard’s most famous characters, greatest lines, and magnificent speeches are lampooned in a comic smorgasbord that erupts when Puck & Ariel hijack the plot of The Comedy of Errors, creating such strange bedfellows as Kate & Beatrice, Hamlet & master motivator Lady Macbeth, and Dromio & Juliet. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
The Decemberists
May 31, 2018 | 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
he Decemberists explore a new sound with a new producer on their inspired eighth studio album I’ll Be Your Girl, which will be released March 16 on Capitol Records. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Chuck Kinder
May 31, 2018 | 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Join us for the book launch of Hot Jewels, Chuck Kinder’s second collection of poetry on Six Gallery Press, and a celebration of the author’s life and work. READ MORE
Sports + Recreation
Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC vs. Nashville SC
May 30, 2018
Cheer on the Riverhounds as they battle Nashville SC! READ MORE
Community
Who’s Next: Tourism
May 30, 2018 | 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Meet 16 people who are showing off the Pittsburgh region. READ MORE
Family
Family Work and Play Space
May 30, 2018 | 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Do you need to work on a computer and have a little one who needs to be engaged? This is the program for you! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Lou Stellute & Friends (U.S.)
May 30, 2018 | 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Join us for an evening of jazz with Lou Stellute & Friends. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family
Gateway Clipper Boat Tours
May 30, 2018 - Nov 30, 2018 | 11:30 pm - 8:30 pm
The Gateway Clipper Fleet is America's premier excursion boat operation. READ MORE
Community
The Reel Story - "Darkest Hour"
May 29, 2018 | 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm
The Downtown & Business Branch hosts free movies on Tuesdays starting at 12:15 pm. Please join them for this week's film! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Jevon Rushton Group
May 29, 2018 | 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
By the age of six, Jevon Rushton was already mesmerizing those around him with his dexterity as a young drummer. READ MORE
Family
Storytime: Family Fun
May 29, 2018 | 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Bring the whole family for books, songs, and rhymes. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community
The Bridge Series
May 29, 2018 | 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
The Bridge Series visits City of Asylum at Alphabet City to celebrate the publication of the new anthology ‘Bullets Into Bells: Poets & Citizens Respond to Gun Violence’ (Beacon Press, 2017). READ MORE
Community
Memorial Day Flag Ceremony
May 28, 2018 | 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
Honor Memorial Day at the History Center. Gather in the History Center’s Great Hall for a very moving and patriotic flag ceremony. Join local veterans and museum visitors to help to unfurl a giant 36-foot American Flag. During the ceremony, participate in the National Anthem and a moment of silence for those who served our country. Then help to ceremoniously fold the flag with the help of fellow visitors. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family,
Sports + Recreation
Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Chicago Cubs
May 28, 2018 - May 30, 2018 | 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm
at PNC Park! READ MORE
Arts + Culture
LGBTQ+ Youth Prom
May 27, 2018 | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
The Warhol hosts its fifth annual LGBTQ+ Youth Prom, one of the only LGBTQ+ Youth Proms in Southwestern Pennsylvania. Prom night is often considered a milestone in the life of a young person. LGBTQ+ Youth Prom is an affirming space where every young person can make memories that last a lifetime. READ MORE
Family
Free Family Fishing Day
May 27, 2018 | 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Join staff from the Fort Pitt Museum and Point State Park for a free family fishing day at the Point. Modern fishing equipment will be provided, along with tips on contemporary fishing. Costumed interpreters with 18th century fishing equipment will demonstrate how Fort Pitt soldiers fished at the Point more than 250 years ago. This event will be held in the amphitheater along the Monongahela Wharf. READ MORE
Community,
Sports + Recreation
Pittsburgh Pirates vs. St. Louis Cardinals
May 27, 2018 | 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
The Pirates take on the Cardinals at PNC Park! READ MORE
Community,
Family
Submarine Memorial
May 27, 2018 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Submarine veterans of the USS VI Requin Base will hold a memorial service on USS Requin (SS 481) at 10 am on Sunday, May 27. READ MORE
Family
Story Time and Planting Party with Cynthia Wylie
May 27, 2018 | 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Today we celebrate Rachel Carson's birthday with children's book author Cynthia Wylie. We’ll start with a story time to hear her newest book Bloomer's Island: The Great Garden Party. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment
Off Minor Jazz Series: 1, 2 & 3
May 27, 2018 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Join us for an evening of jazz with Erik Lawrence, Tony DePaolis and Thomas Wendt as part of the Off Minor Jazz Series. READ MORE
Sports + Recreation
Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC vs. Penn FC
May 26, 2018 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Cheer on the Riverhounds as they battle Penn FC. READ MORE
Sports + Recreation
2018 East Coast Volleyball Championships
May 26, 2018 - May 28, 2018
Spend Memorial Day weekend at the 2018 East Coast Championships in beautiful Pittsburgh PA! Join us for our 36th year! READ MORE
Community
WED Saturday: Resume Writing
May 26, 2018 | 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Your resume is your best advertisement in today’s job market. Is your current resume the best it can be? Review resume basics, consider new strategies, and categories, and take an opportunity to look at your resume with fresh eyes. Learn more about the many ways the Library supports job seekers around the region. READ MORE
Community,
Sports + Recreation
Pittsburgh Pirates vs. St. Louis Cardinals
May 26, 2018 | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
The Pirates take on the Cardinals at PNC Park! READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family
Penny Arcade SUPERHEROES: All Ages Show
May 26, 2018 | 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Penny Arcade is calling all super-fans and junior experts to discover funny new worlds with the debut of monthly Theme Shows! These matinee shows will debut on-topic improv games, themed crafts, and other partnerships to explore comedy in fun new worlds! READ MORE
Entertainment
Sean Collier Presents
May 26, 2018 | 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
A brand new comedy series from WDVE Morning Show's Sean Collier and featuring comics from all over Pittsburgh. READ MORE
Entertainment
Gamma Ray: Variety Show!
May 26, 2018 | 9:00 pm - 10:00 pm
GAMMA RAY is a special variety show highlighting acts developed at our weekly comedic laboratory Beta Stage. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Nightlife
You're the Next Contestant! Game Show
May 26, 2018 | 10:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Now's your chance to hop up on stage, be a contestant in a real funny game show, and win some fabulous prizes! READ MORE
Community
WED Saturday: Resume Writing
May 26, 2018 | 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Your resume is your best advertisement in today’s job market. Is your current resume the best it can be? READ MORE
Arts + Culture
Dandy Andy: Warhol’s Queer History
May 26, 2018 | 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Join artist educators for Dandy Andy, a monthly tour that focuses on Warhol’s queer history. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Family
PBT School Spring Performance 2018
May 25, 2018 - May 26, 2018 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Performance of classical and contemporary works featuring over 200 students of Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre School's Student and Pre-Professional divisions, presented on stage at the beautiful and historic Byham Theater in downtown Pittsburgh. READ MORE
Community,
Sports + Recreation
Pittsburgh Pirates vs. St. Louis Cardinals
May 25, 2018 | 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
The Pirates take on the Cardinals at PNC Park! READ MORE
Entertainment,
Nightlife
Iguanatron and Friends
May 25, 2018 | 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Join hosts Iguanatron (Brian Gray and Greg Gillotti) as they invite some of their friends and favorite acts for a continuous long-form improv showcase that is as fun as it is unpredictable. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Nightlife
Knights of the Arcade: Epic D&D Comedy
May 25, 2018 | 9:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Knights of the Arcade is a live Dungeons & Dragons game played on stage by comedians, improvisers, and tried-and-true geeks. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Nightlife
Celebrity Sofa
May 25, 2018 | 10:00 pm - 11:00 pm
It's like watching TV... live on a stage! READ MORE
Arts + Culture
A Crisis of Criminality and Policing
May 24, 2018 | 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Join Elaine Frantz, professor of history at Kent State University, and Wesley Oliver, associate dean and professor of law at Duquesne University School of Law, for an in-depth look at crime (organized and otherwise), law enforcement, corruption, and the rise of the Ku Klux Klan in Prohibition-era America. READ MORE
Community
American Cancer Society Emerging Leaders Kickoff
May 23, 2018 | 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
The American Cancer Society Associate Board of Ambassadors is seeking new members! Please join us for a happy hour at Penn Society for networking and drinks for a good cause. This event is open to anyone who is interested in learning more about the American Cancer Society and their new Associate Board of Ambassadors. READ MORE
Wednesday Night Live at Rivers Club
May 23, 2018 | 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Celebrate one of Downtown Pittsburgh's most active evenings with fresh and unique music. READ MORE
Community
AAA Travel Open House
May 23, 2018 | 11:00 am - 2:00 am
You are invited to join the AAA Downtown branch at their open house! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Family
Half-Pint Prints
May 23, 2018 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Families work with The Warhol’s artist educators to create silkscreen prints during this drop-in silkscreen printing activity for children ages 1 to 4 years old. READ MORE
Community
The Reel Story "I, Tonya"
May 22, 2018 | 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm
The Downtown & Business Branch hosts free movies on Tuesdays starting at 12:15 pm. Please join them for this week's film! READ MORE
Family
REMAKE LEARNING DAYS: PNC Grow Up Great Mobile Learning Adventure
May 22, 2018 | 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
PNC Grow Up Great Mobile Learning Adventure will be set up outside, in front of the Museum, and admission to the exhibit is free. READ MORE
Arts + Culture
Half Full, Half Empty: Prohibition Glassware
May 22, 2018 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Ever wonder why a cocktail glass is shaped that way? How did Pittsburgh glassmakers stay afloat during Prohibition? What cocktails came about during the Prohibition era? READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Family
Cinderella
May 22, 2018 - May 27, 2018 | 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Rodgers + Hammerstein’s CINDERELLA is the Tony Award®- winning Broadway musical from the creators of The Sound of Music and South Pacific that’s delighting audiences with its contemporary take on the classic tale. READ MORE
Festival
One Big Table
May 21, 2018 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Diversity enriches the fabric of our community and contributes to the vitality and strength of our region. Greater Pittsburgh Literacy Council is proud to launch One Big Table, an international food tasting and entertainment showcase, benefitting our students and programs. READ MORE
Sports + Recreation
Pittsburgh Pirates vs. San Diego Padres
May 20, 2018 | 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
At PNC Park READ MORE
Sports + Recreation
Row Through History
May 20, 2018 | 8:00 am - 10:00 am
Enjoy a great view of the Monongahela River and explore the Fort Pitt Museum while taking part in a sweat producing, heart pounding, full body indoor rowing workout. California Cycle Path, a local North Side fitness studio, is excited to partner with the Fort Pitt Museum to “row through history.” READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Family
Let's Travel the World!: Dovie Thomason
May 19, 2018 | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
City of Asylum @ Alphabet City invites children to travel the world through our storyteller series! We will be presenting renowned storytellers, each sharing tales from around the globe. Storytelling will be directed towards an audience of children ages 4-10, but all are welcome. Join us for stories, songs, and worldwide exploration! READ MORE
Convention
2018 Mortgages for Mothers
May 19, 2018
Mortgages for Mothers is a one-day workshop designed to provide valuable information about our financial services and how to identify what is the fastest way for you to own a home! READ MORE
Community
Let's Garden!
May 19, 2018 | 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Learn basic gardening techniques by planting your own mini-herb garden. Check out cookbooks and organic craft books for ideas to creatively use the herbs you grow. READ MORE
Community
HOW Workshop: Butter Making with Kristina
May 19, 2018 | 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Join Carnegie Library for an afternoon of butter making! All are welcome. No registration is necessary for these sessions. Seating for all workshops is available to 20 participants on a first-come, first-served basis. You’ll want to come early to be sure you MAKE it on time. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Nightlife
Drinking Partners Present: A Night of EPIC Comedy
May 19, 2018 | 9:00 pm - 11:00 pm
The award-winning Drinking Partners present A Night of EPIC Comedy @ Arcade Comedy Theater, in the heart of Pittsburgh's Cultural District! Sponsored by Mindful Brewing Company! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Family,
Festival
Sunjata Kamalenya
May 18, 2018 - May 19, 2018 | 12:00 pm - 11:00 am
Sunjata Kamalenya is a completely interactive show about a magical world filled with sorcery and enchantment, celebrating the hero of West African legend, Sunjata Keita. READ MORE
Arts + Culture
Colorful Horoscopes and Cocktails
May 18, 2018 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Sip a cocktail and color shoe, butterfly and cupid drawings just like Warhol did in the 1950s with his friends and fellow artists. READ MORE
Entertainment
An Evening with Ghost
May 18, 2018 | 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
LINKÖPING, SWEDEN - FEBRUARY 27 - Grammy® Award-winning band Ghost announced a tour that will visit US cities throughout the Spring. READ MORE
Family,
Festival
EQT Children's Theater Festival
May 17, 2018 - May 20, 2018
Bringing extraordinary and unique experiences to young people, the EQT Children's Theater Festival is dedicated to continuing the tradition of theater for your children. Live performances from professional, international artists engage children of all ages from different cultures and perspectives, showing them different ways to express ideas. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Family,
Festival
Panda's Home
May 17, 2018 - May 20, 2018 | 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
In this imaginary and interactive journey, audience members will explore China’s stories, tradition, and culture, following the footprints left by a panda. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Family,
Festival
Terrance Simien & the Zydeco Experience
May 17, 2018 - May 20, 2018 | 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
In Terrance Simien & the Zydeco Experience, audiences will take a multicultural tour of the world and will feel the spirit and joy of Creole country. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Family,
Festival
The Rainbow Fish
May 17, 2018 - May 20, 2018 | 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
The Rainbow Fish will enchant even the youngest child with his silver scales and heart of gold in this award-winning book about the beautiful fish who learned to share his most prized possession. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Family,
Festival
Poggle
May 17, 2018 - May 20, 2018 | 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
This warm-hearted performance uses live music, clapping rhythms, and comedy to engage the youngest audience members in an imaginative and adventurous exploration with Poggle, a friendly woodland creature. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Family,
Festival
The Young King
May 17, 2018 - May 20, 2018 | 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
The language of Oscar Wilde joins internationally-acclaimed theatre company Slingsby as we journey to faraway lands in this interactive experience. READ MORE
Entertainment
Fleet Foxes
May 17, 2018 | 8:00 pm - 12:00 am
Fleet Foxes' self-titled debut made a profound impact on the international musical landscape, earning them Uncut's first ever Music Award Prize, and topping numerous "Best of " lists, including Rolling Stone's 100 Best Albums of the 2000's and Pitchfork's 50 Best Albums of 2008. Fleet Foxes is certified Gold in North America and Platinum in both the UK and Australia. READ MORE
Festival
Northside Sandwich Week Sampler
May 17, 2018
Northside Sandwich Week Highlights the sandwich-making skills of select North Side restaurants, bars and delis. The tickets for this year's Sandwich Sampler: The French Bread Connection which is May 17th, allows attendees to sample the new sandwich creations from all participating restaurants and vote for the Northside Sandwich King or Queen of 2018. READ MORE
Sports + Recreation
Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Chicago White Sox
May 16, 2018 | 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm
At PNC Park READ MORE
Entertainment
Wednesday Wine Flights: Iberian Wines & Charcuterie
May 16, 2018 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Join Jacob Bacharach and Cory Hart of Winebow Imports as you sample four great Iberian wines alongside a paired charcuterie selection. Suggestions for creating your own charcuterie board at home will be available. Doors open at 5:45pm. READ MORE
Entertainment
YANNI 25 Acropolis Anniversary Concert Tour
May 16, 2018 | 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Legendary performer and composer YANNI has announced he will celebrate the 25th Anniversary of “Live At The Acropolis” with a world tour that will launch this spring in the United States. READ MORE
Arts + Culture
Smithfield Critics Book Discussion Group
May 16, 2018 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
The Smithfield Critics meet at 12:00 pm on the third Wednesday of each month. This month’s selection is: "The Breakdown" by B. A. Paris. READ MORE
Sports + Recreation
Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Chicago White Sox
May 15, 2018 | 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
At PNC Park READ MORE
Entertainment
Thomas Wendt
May 15, 2018 | 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Thomas Wendt has been playing the drums professionally since the age of 14. A graduate of The Pittsburgh High School for the Creative and Performing Arts, he has studied with master drummers Roger Humphries, Joe Harris, and Kenny Washington. Thomas maintains a busy freelancing schedule with Pittsburgh’s top jazz artists such as Dwayne Dolphin, Joe Negri, Sean Jones, David Budway, Kenia, the Latin jazz group, Salsamba, and the newly re-formed Pittsburgh Jazz Orchestra. READ MORE
Community
Page To Screen: “Standing In The Shadows Of Motown”
May 15, 2018 | 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm
The Downtown & Business Branch hosts free movies on Tuesdays starting at 12:15 pm. Please join thrm for this week's film! READ MORE
Community
Circulo de Lectores: Spanish Book Club
May 14, 2018 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
"Crónica de una Muerte Anunciada" de Gabriel García Márquez Once a month we will get together to discuss in Spanish a book originally written in Spanish. We welcome readers who have a love of Spanish language and culture – native speakers and advanced level Spanish speakers. READ MORE
Sports + Recreation
Pittsburgh Pirates vs. San Francisco Giants
May 13, 2018 | 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
At PNC Park READ MORE
Convention
Society for Science & the Public Intel International Science and Engineering Fair
May 13, 2018 - May 18, 2018
The Intel International Science and Engineering Fair is an annual gathering of more the 1,800 brilliant high school students showcasing their inventions and independent research at a competition with prizes consisting of $4 million. READ MORE
Arts + Culture
DNA Successes with Lara Diamond
May 13, 2018 | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
The Jewish Genealogy Society of Pittsburgh and the Heinz History Center’s Rauh Jewish History Program & Archives welcome noted genealogist Lara Diamond, who will discuss the complications of genetic genealogy within endogamous populations. READ MORE
Family
Mother’s Day at the History Center
May 13, 2018 | 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
All day on Mother’s Day, moms will receive 50 percent off regular admission at the History Center and a special discount in the Museum Shop! READ MORE
2018 Highmark Walk for a Healthy Community
May 12, 2018
The 2018 Highmark Walk for a Healthy Community Pittsburgh will be held on Saturday, May 12, 2018, at Stage AE. This year, the Walk will benefit 78 health and human service organizations. READ MORE
Entertainment
Fiddlesticks Outdoor Overtures
May 12, 2018 | 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Discover the music of the great outdoors with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra! Travel to the wild west with Copland’s Hoe Down, soar with Rimsky-Korsakov’s Flight of the Bumblebee, and journey to the majestic Grand Canyon with Grofe’s Grand Canyon Suite. Create a live rainstorm inside Heinz Hall with your friends and family. The stars at night are big and bright in this fanciful outdoor adventure! READ MORE
Arts + Culture
Harmony of Your Heart
May 12, 2018 | 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Caruso’s latest commission in collaboration with the world famous cardiac surgeon, Dr. Gerald Buckberg, explores the evolution of the heart from animal to human and the value of this fascinating discovery on modern medicine. Hailed as an choreographer whose specialty is the interface of dance and narrative with medical and scientific discovery, this new ballet will not only be performed in Pittsburgh, but it will be presented as a full length movie documentary to share with the world. READ MORE
Entertainment
Marion Meadows: SmoothFest Weekend
May 12, 2018 | 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Meadows hooked up with numerous artists and musicians and became a well known sideman in his own right, recording or performing over the years with Brook Benton, Eartha Kitt, Phyllis Hyman, Jean Carne, The Temptations, Michael Bolton, Angela Bofill, Will Downing and Native American flute player Douglas Spotted Eagle, among many others. In the late ‘80s, Meadows stretched his usual pop/jazz boundaries as a member of a New York avant-garde band called the Aboriginal Music Society. READ MORE
Arts + Culture
An Afternoon With Caroll Spinney
May 12, 2018 - May 13, 2018 | 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm
The Rangos Giant Cinema, in partnership with In Person Productions, is proud to announce that Caroll Spinney, the legendary puppeteer behind beloved Sesame Street characters Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch, will pay a visit to the North Shore movie theater for a Q&A session and screening of Sesame Street Presents: Follow That Bird on May 12 and 13. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Nightlife
Crafts & Drafts: Throw and Grow Seed Bombs
May 11, 2018 | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Get into the swing of spring with this great garden project at the Society for Contemporary Craft! Students will make seed bombs with wildflower seeds molded together by recycled paper pulp that can then be thrown or laid in the soil. READ MORE
Sports + Recreation
Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC vs. Indy Eleven
May 11, 2018 | 7:00 am - 9:00 pm
Cheer on the Riverhounds as they battle the Indy Eleven. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Love, Lust & Rock n' Roll
May 11, 2018 - May 13, 2018
From Cole Porter and Frank Sinatra to Elton John, The Pixies and Queen, join the sensational and sultry Storm Large on a pulse-racing tribute to Love, Lust & Rock ‘n’ Roll, with powerful hits including “I’ve Got You Under My Skin,” “Forbidden Fruit,” “Somebody to Love,” and much more!” READ MORE
Arts + Culture
Will Downing: SmoothFest Weekend
May 11, 2018 | 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Will Downing is the Prince of Sophisticated Soul, hands down. He is a celebrated singer, songwriter and producer who is famous for his rich, baritone vocals when he performs contemporary jazz and R&B music. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Women Who Rock Benefit Concert
May 10, 2018 | 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
2nd Annual Women Who Rock Benefit Concert! Proceeds benefit women's and infants' health research at Magee-Womens Research Institute, the largest research institute in the U.S. devoted exclusively to women’s health research. READ MORE
Arts + Culture
Israel Night at the Museum (21+)
May 9, 2018 | 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
A slice of Israel is coming to Pittsburgh. Come celebrate with; an artisan market, an art exhibit, wine tasting, Israeli eats, music, dancing, and more! READ MORE
Arts + Culture
Soylent Green 45th Anniversary Screening
May 9, 2018 | 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Join Carnegie Science Center for a screening of Soylent Green in celebration of its 45th anniversary! READ MORE
Family
Healthy Hydration and Granola Station
May 9, 2018 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Summer time is on its way so its time to play hard and snack healthy by joining us in the café from 12:00-1:00 pm to create your own energizing snack and enjoying some fruit infused water. READ MORE
Entertainment
Parkway Drive - US Spring Tour 2018
May 8, 2018 | 6:30 pm - 12:00 am
At Stage AE! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Mark Lucas
May 8, 2018 | 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Mark Lucas is a contemporary jazz guitarist who has performed and/or recorded with Ron Carter, Richie Cole, Ledisi, Alex Bugnon and others. He was a student of Charlie Banacos and Mick Goodrick and has recorded two solo guitar CD’s: Myth and Feeling and Solo(s). READ MORE
Community
The Reel Story: “Marshall”
May 8, 2018 | 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm
The Downtown & Business Branch hosts free movies on Tuesdays starting at 12:15 pm. Please join them for this week's film! READ MORE
Community
Best Buddies/Five P Minus Charity dinner at Union Standard
May 7, 2018 | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Join some of Pittsburgh's most renowned chefs for a spectacular four course meal at Union Standard for Charity. READ MORE
Arts + Culture
Café Scientifique
May 7, 2018 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Join Dr. Kurt Regester, Professor at Clarion University of Pennsylvania, as he discusses “The Secret Lives of Mole Salamanders” in this month’s cutting-edge science discussion. Admission to Café Sci is free. Doors open at 6 pm. Register online at CarnegieScienceCenter.org. Presented by PPG and sponsored by Green Mountain Energy. READ MORE
Arts + Culture
Sound Series: Imarhan
May 6, 2018 | 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
The Warhol welcomes Imarhan from Tamanrasset, Southern Algeria. Imarhan, meaning ‘the ones I care about,’ deftly blend repeating guitar melodies with pan-African rhythms, which draw on the traditional Tuareg music of Southern Sahara, African ballads and modern pop and rock influences. READ MORE
Arts + Culture
Renewal
May 6, 2018 - May 7, 2018
The Dance Conservatory of Pittsburgh presents RENEWAL, a celebration and demonstration of the entire student body! Join us for an evening of artistry and athleticism as these young dancers present two evenings of movement that will engage and entertain audiences. READ MORE
Sports + Recreation
2018 Dick's Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon
May 6, 2018 | 7:00 am - 3:00 pm
Celebrating 10 years running in the Burgh. READ MORE
Arts + Culture
In Vino Veritas: A Smithsonian Conversation on Wine
May 6, 2018 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
oin Smithsonian Curator Paula J. Johnson for a fascinating conversation on the history of wine, food, and Prohibition in conjunction with the History Center’s Italian American Program and the American Spirits exhibition. READ MORE
Festival
Pgh City Paper Presents: Cinco De Derby
May 5, 2018 | 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm
What happens when the Kentucky Derby and Cinco De Mayo fall on the same day? That’s right. Cinco De Derby. Wear your most splendid hats and your finest threads for this one, folks. Pgh City Paper is bringing the Derby experience to Pittsburgh. READ MORE
Nightlife
Cinco de Mayo at Howl
May 5, 2018 | 6:00 pm - 12:00 am
Come celebrate! Cinco de Mayo is coming and with it the kickoff of margarita season! Come celebrate at Howl at the Moon with our Blue Margarita Buckets* because there is no better way to enjoy a holiday than with a bucket of booze with your friends, singing along to a live band on stage and dancing the night away! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Cyrus Chestnut's African Reflections
May 5, 2018 | 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
In 2014 Cyrus visited Senegal, where he performed at the U.S. Embassy in Dakar and at the Saint-Louis Jazz Festival. This was his first trip to Africa, and it inspired him to create a new collection of material- jazz filtered through African rhythms and pieces influenced by Cyrus’s own experiences on his journey. READ MORE
Community
Mexican War Streets Walking Tour
May 5, 2018 | 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Explore one of the most colorful sections of the Mexican War Streets on Pittsburgh’s North Side with PHLF docents. READ MORE
Family
Mini-Tonk Party
May 5, 2018 | 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
This program is in partnership with Pittonkatonk. Now in its fifth year, Pittonkatonk is a free, outdoor, family friendly community celebration of brass music that features both local and touring musicians. READ MORE
Entertainment
Decades Rewind
May 5, 2018 | 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Decades Rewind is a National touring music production, dance party and theatrical performance all wrapped up in one blockbuster show! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Guided Tour: American Spirits
May 5, 2018 | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Join a History Center Docent for a roarin’ good tour through the American Spirits: The Rise and Fall of Prohibition exhibition. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Nightlife
Jockeys and Juleps
May 5, 2018 | 4:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Happy hour, prizes, live music, and more to celebrate the Kentucky Derby at Union Standard! READ MORE
Entertainment
UPMC Presents ‘West Side Story Suite’ + ‘In the Night’ with the PBT Orchestra
May 4, 2018 - May 6, 2018
“West Side Story Suite” samples classic songs and dances from the full-length musical and film. In this work, the dancers not only dance – they’ll sing excerpts from famous songs like America and Cool. READ MORE
Family
Dick’s Sporting Goods Weekend
May 4, 2018 - May 6, 2018 | 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
The temperature is on the rise and we're looking forward to the sunny days ahead. So let’s celebrate with a weekend jam-packed with activities focused around all the wonderful ways to play outside! Sponsored by DICK'S Sporting Goods. READ MORE
Convention
GNC Live Well Pittsburgh Health & Fitness Expo
May 4, 2018 - May 5, 2018
As part of the Pittsburgh Marathon, visit the GNC Live Well Pittsburgh Health & Fitness Expo! The expo will feature running gear, fitness equipment, and the latest health products. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Nightlife
21+ Night Sci-Fi
May 4, 2018 | 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
May the fourth be with you at 21+ Night Sci-Fi! Suit up as your favorite character and explore the science fiction behind popular comics, movies, and literature at our next no-kids night. READ MORE
Entertainment
ODESZA: 2018 A Moment Apart Tour
May 3, 2018 | 6:00 pm - 12:00 am
At Stage AE! READ MORE
Arts + Culture
TRUTHSayers: Symone Sanders
May 3, 2018 | 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Former National Press Secretary for Bernie Sanders Presedential Campaign, CNN Political Commentator Symone Sanders, champions inclusivity and encourages people to embrace diverse voices and perspectives in the persuit of building and extending strong communities that will help change the world. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Lovett or Leave It
May 3, 2018 | 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Lovett or Leave It is a weekly podcast that marries the entertainment and humor of a variety show with the substance and information of a Sunday Show. It is helmed by Jon Lovett, Pod Save America co-host and a "straight shooter" who previously served as a speechwriter to President Obama and then-Senator Hillary Clinton. Each week, Lovett breaks down the week’s news with a rotating panel of comedians, journalists, activists, elected officials and other Friends of the Pod. READ MORE
Community
Communicating with Comedy – A How-To Event for Writers and Marketers
May 3, 2018 | 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Learn how to use humor in your business communications at Pittsburgh’s second annual humor writing conference on Thursday, May 3 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at The Arcade Comedy Theatre. Join local sponsors – WordWrite Communications and PRSA Pittsburgh – for a night of learning, laughter and of course … happy hour! READ MORE
Arts + Culture
On Stage at Heinz Hall
May 3, 2018 | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra is hosting a happy hour On Stage at Heinz Hall! For only $25, go beyond the front row to see the view that’s been reserved for Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra musicians until now. READ MORE
Convention
American Society of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Annual Conference
May 2, 2018 - May 5, 2018
The ASPHO’s Annual Conference will gather 1,100 professionals in hematology and oncology. The event will feature unparalleled educational programs through sessions and presentations held by renowned experts in addition to unique networking opportunities where peers will share knowledge and experience on various topics. READ MORE
Community
Page To Screen: “Wonder”
May 1, 2018 | 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
The Downtown & Business Branch hosts free movies on Tuesdays starting at 12:15 pm. Please join them for this week's film! READ MORE
Entertainment
Walk the Burgh Tours
Jan 1, 2018 - Dec 31, 2018
Discover beautiful squares and fascinating pieces of public art on historical walking tours through various neighborhoods of the city. READ MORE
Community
Job Help with PA CareerLink
May 29, 2018 - May 30, 2018 | 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Get help finding and applying to jobs from Pennsylvania CareerLink at the Downtown & Business branch. READ MORE
Family
Thomas & Friends™: Explore the Rails
May 19, 2018 - Sep 9, 2018 | 10:00 am - 5:00 am
Explore the Island of Sodor in the Thomas & Friends™: Explore the Rails exhibition surrounded by the island’s iconic locations, including Knapford Station and the Sodor Steamworks. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family,
Sports + Recreation
Bike the Burgh Tours
Jan 1, 2018 - Dec 31, 2018 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Historical bike tours through various neighborhoods of the city; 3 hours long. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family,
Sports + Recreation
Best of the Burgh Tour
Jan 1, 2018 - Dec 31, 2018 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Historical walking tour through Downtown Pittsburgh; 2 hours long. READ MORE
Community,
Sports + Recreation
Yoga in the Square
May 30, 2018 - Sep 26, 2018 | 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Yoga in the Square is a free, one-hour yoga program hosted on Sundays and Wednesdays and provided by the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership and Whirl Magazine. READ MORE
Community,
Sports + Recreation
Yoga in the Square
May 27, 2018 - Sep 30, 2018 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Yoga in the Square is a free, one-hour yoga program hosted on Sundays and Wednesdays and provided by the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership and Whirl Magazine. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Festival,
Nightlife,
Shopping
PDP Saturday Night Market & Downtown Sound Series
May 12, 2018 - Oct 27, 2018 | 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
PDP Night Markets bring an awesome outdoor pop-up shopping market and festival to Downtown! READ MORE
Community,
Entertainment,
Shopping
Market Square Farmers Market
May 10, 2018 - Oct 25, 2018 | 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Over 30 weekly vendors are showcased. Fresh-cut flowers, live herb plants, fresh fruit and vegetables, organic milk and cheese, honey, yarn, breads, cakes, and fresh-pressed juices are all available for Downtown shoppers, along with an assortment of prepared foods ready for lunch. 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
Arts + Culture,
Family
Free Bridges and River Shores Walking Tour
Jun 1, 2018 - May 25, 2018
You’ll hear about a Pittsburgh sports hero and pop artist––and about two American daredevils––as you cross the Roberto Clemente and Andy Warhol bridges with your PHLF guides READ MORE
Community
Let’s Speak English
May 25, 2018 - Jun 29, 2018 | 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
If English is not your native language, join the group for lively English conversation. READ MORE
Sports + Recreation
Pittsburgh Pirates vs. San Diego Padres
May 18, 2018 - May 19, 2018 | 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
At PNC Park READ MORE
Arts + Culture
The Forest of Everywhere
May 17, 2018 - Jun 3, 2018
This fully accessible experience takes your kids out of their seats and into a real-life adventure. They’ll explore an open-world environment, have one-on-one interactions, and play without the restrictions and rules of traditional theater. Sitting is not a requirement. Being quiet for long periods of time is not a requirement. The Forest of Everywhere was built with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and their families in mind, and is a place where all kids can be themselves. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Perfect Wedding
May 17, 2018 - Aug 12, 2018 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
At the CLO Cabaret! READ MORE
Sports + Recreation
Pittsburgh Pirates vs. San Francisco Giants
May 11, 2018 - May 12, 2018 | 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
At PNC Park READ MORE
Community
Free tours at the Old Allegheny County Jail Museum
May 7, 2018 - May 21, 2018 | 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
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. Tours take 30 minutes. Arrive by 12:30 to see and hear everything. READ MORE
Community
Downtown Walking Tour
May 4, 2018 - May 25, 2018 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
See the beauty and discover the stories of significant places in the Pittsburgh Region. READ MORE
Family
The Pigeon Comes to Pittsburgh! A Mo Willems Exhibit
May 1, 2018 - May 13, 2018
The Pigeon and his friends are here! Spend an exciting day with the characters created by children's book author and illustrator Mo Willems, including best friend duo Elephant and Piggie, faithful companion Knuffle Bunny and The Pigeon, the wily city bird best known for his antics. READ MORE
Entertainment
52 Up Close
Apr 27, 2018 - Jun 30, 2018 | 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
"52 Up Close" starring Lee Terbosic is a live 75-minute performance that features conjuring at its finest. Using a pack of playing cards, your mind and Lee's ten fingers, you will witness a display of fantastic magic, mind-reading, sleight of hand and illusions at the closest level possible. This intimate show will enchant you with wonder and blow your mind in the process. READ MORE
Entertainment
Weekly Live Music
Feb 21, 2018 - May 9, 2018
Pittsburgh's Renaissance Hotel lobby will be filled with the soulful sound of Nick Barilla each Wednesday from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. Experience his pop-piano stylings while enjoying the hotel restaurant and bar in a fun and relaxing setting. READ MORE
Entertainment
Discover Chef Saxon: Weekly Chef Demonstrations
Feb 20, 2018 - May 8, 2018 | 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Join the Pittsburgh Renaissance Hotel as they feature a cooking demonstration series each Tuesday called “Discover Chef Saxon”. Chef Nick Saxon, executive chef of the Pittsburgh Renaissance Hotel and Braddock’s Pittsburgh Brasserie which is located inside the historic hotel, will prepare a meal and beverage each week. READ MORE
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