Events

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Entertainment,
Family,
Outdoor

SkyWatch: Moon Exploration

May 23, 2026 | 9:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Explore the giant leaps NASA has taken to explore the Moon, as well as the small steps they continue to take every day. READ MORE
Entertainment

The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show

May 23, 2026 | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Award-winning interactive comedy murder mystery dinner show in Pittsburgh! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Convention,
Entertainment,
Festival

Just Another Bookish Ball

May 22, 2026 - May 24, 2026 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Just Another Bookish Ball is a three day event where book lovers can step into fantasy worlds and become the main character themselves. There will be two days of a market featuring 90+ authors and vendors as well as tons of adventures, and then a fabulous Fairy Ball where you get to dress up as your favorite fantasy character and dance the day away. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Nightlife,
Workshops & Classes

Pint of Science Pittsburgh

May 18, 2026 - May 20, 2026 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Join Space Bar for Pint of Science Pittsburgh! Pint of Science is an international festival that brings local scientists and researchers into bars to give engaging talks in an easy to understand manner. Learn something new while meeting scientists over a drink! READ MORE
Community,
Entertainment,
Family,
Free event

Cafe Raymond Inaugural Pancake Championship

May 17, 2026 | 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Cafe Raymond will host its inaugural Pancake Championship, a structured competition built around the restaurant’s signature scratch-made Blueberry Ricotta pancakes, with proceeds supporting the Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Pennsylvania. READ MORE
Community,
Family,
Free event,
Outdoor

2026 Walk To Cure Arthritis - Pittsburgh

May 16, 2026 - May 17, 2026 | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
The Walk to Cure Arthritis brings our community together to support the millions of adults and children living with arthritis. This free, family- and pet-friendly event welcomes individuals and teams of all ages. Register today and walk for a cause that truly makes a difference. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Family,
Free event,
Music

PYCO PLATINUM – A Concert Celebrating 20 Years of Musical Excellence

May 10, 2026 | 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Pittsburgh Youth Concert Orchestras Presents “PYCO PLATINUM”A Free Concert at Heinz Hall Celebrating 20 Years of Musical ExcellenceMay 10 performance features music by Tchaikovsky and Rossini, selections from Carmina Burana, and a grand finale with over 300 musicians performing “Don’t Stop Me Now” by Queen READ MORE
Family,
Market Square

Mother’s Day at Pizzaiolo Primo

May 10, 2026 | 12:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Pizzaiolo Primo Invites Guests to Celebrate Mother’s Day with an Authentic Italian Dining Experience READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment

Comedy Confidential with Brittany Alexis

May 9, 2026 - Dec 12, 2026 | 9:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Arcade Comedy Theater presents Comedy Confidential, a showcase of Pittsburgh's brightest comedic talents! Host Brittany Alexis brings some of her funniest few friends to the stage for an entertaining night of stand-up. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Music,
Nightlife

21+ Night: Beatlemania

May 8, 2026 | 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Come out to Kamin Science Center for a night of all things Beatles, including trivia, themed activities, and more! READ MORE
Community

Outreach Teen & Family Services’ Connections Gala

May 8, 2026 | 6:30 pm - 1:00 pm
Outreach Teen & Family Services' annual Connections Gala returns to the Heinz History Center on Friday, May 8, 2026. This year’s celebration promises an inspiring program that will lift the organization’s mental health support ‘Up, Up & Away’ to new heights. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Family,
Outdoor,
Tours

Art & Artists Walking Tour

May 2, 2026 | 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Journey off the beaten path with Walk the Burgh  Tours and discover hidden art that is tucked away in our downtown nooks, crannies, and alleys. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment

Little Shop of Horrors

Apr 29, 2026 - May 3, 2026
Love. Greed. A man-eating plant. What could go wrong? READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Music

Falstaff

Apr 28, 2026 - May 3, 2026
A mischievous comedy unfolds as Sir John Falstaff’s attempt to woo two wealthy women backfires, leading to a clever scheme that teaches him a lesson in love and pride. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Sports + Recreation

Draft Week Fan Zone

Apr 23, 2026 - May 25, 2026
Get in the game at the Draft Week Fan Zone with tailgate-style games, scavenger hunts, special tours, and gameday bites! READ MORE
Entertainment

Sketch Comedy Lab

Apr 4, 2026 - Jun 6, 2026 | 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Every other month, Sketch Lab features sketches from writers who have attended Arcade Comedy Theater's writers room and are performed by a roster of comedic actors. See cutting edge comedy and new scripted works written by some of the city's funniest up-and-coming writers. READ MORE
Entertainment

David Williamson in Ridiculous

Apr 2, 2026 - May 3, 2026
Step into a world where comedy and magic collide, as the inimitable David Williamson takes center stage in his latest spectacle, 'Ridiculous.' READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Family,
Free event

Sam Berner, Chris Donadio, and VaultArt Studio: Spidrman-themusical

Mar 27, 2026 - May 5, 2026
Evil has taken over Pittsburgh and there is only one person that can save it! Little does the trusty neighborhood Spidrman know, the problem is larger than he can handle alone! Spidrmanthemusical - Issue 4: How’d We Even Get Here? is an art performance that celebrates Pittsburgh, friendship, and the unrelenting need to create. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Sports + Recreation

Michael Zagaris: 60 Years of NFL Photography

Mar 27, 2026 - Nov 8, 2026
In celebration of the 2026 NFL Draft hosted in Pittsburgh, this exhibition offers glimpse into the world of professional football through the lens of legendary sports and rock and roll photographer, Michael Zagaris. 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
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
Tours

USS Requin: In-Depth Tour

May 17, 2026 | 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Join a member of the USS Requin team for a one-hour, guided tour of the submarine. Advance tickets are required – walk-ups not available. 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
Arts + Culture

The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show

May 9, 2026 | 6:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Award-winning interactive comedy murder mystery dinner show in Pittsburgh! READ MORE
Entertainment,
Sports + Recreation

Escape USS Requin: Attack!

May 2, 2026 - Jun 27, 2026 | 5:30 pm - 1:00 pm
Something is lurking in the Ohio River, and it’s up to you and your team of intrepid explorers to help USS Requin escape! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Tours

Visit the Old Allegheny Jail and Museum

Jan 5, 2026 - May 31, 2026 | 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Explore the Old Allegheny County Jail Museum, a preserved section of the historic 1886 jail located in Downtown Pittsburgh, open for free self-guided visits on the first and third Mondays of each month from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. READ MORE
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation,
Tours

Bikes & Brews Tour

Jun 28, 2025 - May 1, 2026 | 2:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Bike the Burgh tour tour packed with lots of history, facts about beer making, and beer samples from each of the places we stop at READ MORE

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