Events

Name: Downtown Pittsburgh
Address: Pittsburgh, PA

See what’s happening in Downtown Pittsburgh with the official neighborhood calendar.

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July 2023

August 2023

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Sports + Recreation

Pirates vs. Giants

Jul 15, 2023 | 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Zambelli Fireworks Night & Block Party READ MORE

Family

Children's Performance Series: Smooth Moves presented by Texture Contemporary Ballet

Jul 15, 2023 | 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Texture Contemporary Ballet's Children's Performance of Smooth Moves consists of excerpts from the mainstage production, plus a fun, interactive portion on stage with the dancers for all children in attendance! READ MORE

Sports + Recreation

Riverhounds vs Detroit

Jul 15, 2023 | 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Home Game READ MORE

Entertainment,

Festival

DVE Comedy Festival

Jul 15, 2023 | 8:00 pm - 12:00 am

The DVE Comedy Fest returns after a much longer hiatus than expected. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment

Jerome And... Improv Comedy Show

Jul 15, 2023 | 9:00 pm - 10:30 pm

A one-of-a-kind comedy show! READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment

Frankly Scarlett: All Made Up

Jul 15, 2023 | 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Improv & lady bits READ MORE

Tours

DOORS OPEN Pittsburgh Boat Tour: Bridges, Buildings and Architecture of the Three Rivers

Jul 15, 2023 | 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm

We invite you to explore the Three Rivers with DOORS OPEN Pittsburgh, as we showcase our rivers, buildings and bridges. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Family,

Free event

AWCommunity S.T.E.A.M. Family Day

Jul 15, 2023 | 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

This event will bring family-friendly Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics activities to the August Wilson Cultural Center for all ages! READ MORE

Entertainment,

Film & Movies

Blaze

Jul 15, 2023 | 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Blaze tells the story of a 12-year-old girl who accidentally witnesses a brutal crime. READ MORE

Outdoor,

Tours

Walking Four Forts at the Point

Jul 15, 2023 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Join DOORS OPEN Pittsburgh for an exciting walking tour at the Point led by Alan Irvine to learn about the historic Four Forts of Pittsburgh’s revolutionary history. READ MORE

Festival,

Outdoor

Pittsburgh Summer Beerfest

Jul 15, 2023 | 12:00 pm - 10:30 pm

Sample more than 150 local and craft brews, as well as new craft wineries and distilleries! READ MORE

Tours

Guided Tour: George Washington in Western Pa.

Jul 15, 2023 | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Museum docents will lead a special guided tour through the Clash of Empires exhibition. READ MORE

Workshops & Classes

Act 48: The Green Book in Western Pa. and Beyond

Jul 15, 2023 | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Teachers are invited to join History Center educators for a professional development workshop on the Green Book. READ MORE

Festival,

Free event

2023 Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix

Jul 14, 2023 - Jul 23, 2023

A 10-day motorsport festival of races, car shows, and events! READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Family,

Festival,

Free event,

Market Square,

Music,

Outdoor

2023 Pittsburgh Black Music Festival

Jul 13, 2023 - Jul 15, 2023 | 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

Celebrate the history and heritage of Black Music in America July 13-15, 2023, at this free festival READ MORE

Family,

Free event,

Workshops & Classes

Teen Choice

Jul 12, 2023 - Jul 26, 2023 | 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Join us for Teen Choice where you can choose your own creative adventure! READ MORE

Arts + Culture

The Sound of Music

Jul 11, 2023 - Jul 16, 2023

The final collaboration between Rodgers & Hammerstein was destined to become one of the world’s most beloved musicals. READ MORE

Convention,

Sports + Recreation

National Senior Games Association - 2023 National Senior Games

Jul 7, 2023 - Jul 18, 2023

The Games will return to the "City of Champions" READ MORE

Entertainment

Jimmy Ichihana in The Cards

Jul 5, 2023 - Aug 13, 2023 | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

In this premier performance Jimmy brings his mastery of math to the art of intricate close up card magic, testing the laws of probability and transcending presumptions. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Community,

Entertainment,

Family

Architects of Air: Daedalum

Jul 1, 2023 - Sep 4, 2023

Enter and be amazed. READ MORE

Entertainment,

Nightlife

Arcade Hootenanny

Jun 9, 2023 - Sep 9, 2023 | 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Improv comedy night! READ MORE

Arts + Culture

Juried Visual Art Exhibition

Jun 2, 2023 - Jul 30, 2023 | 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm

"Taking Up Space" READ MORE

Entertainment,

Film & Movies

Moon Garden

Jul 14, 2023 - Jul 19, 2023

This film is a fantastical odyssey and a visionary, handcrafted, and fully practical work of art that shows how a child can shine light even in the darkest places. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Music

The Velvet Underground & Nico: Scepter Studio Sessions

May 12, 2023 - Sep 25, 2023

The Velvet Underground & Nico: Scepter Studio Sessions highlights the Velvet Underground and the music from their first recording sessions in April 1966 at Scepter Studios in New York City. READ MORE

Free event,

Market Square,

Nightlife,

Shopping

Market Square Night Market

Jul 14, 2023 - Jul 29, 2023 | 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Night Markets bring an awesome outdoor pop-up shopping market and festival to Downtown, featuring Pittsburgh’s most creative independent vendors. READ MORE

Entertainment,

Tours

Comedy Bus Tour

Jul 8, 2023 - Jul 29, 2023 | 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

The one and only, Pittsburgh Transportainment™ authority… READ MORE

Free event,

Market Square,

Music,

Outdoor

Lunchtime Concert Series

Jul 1, 2023 - Jul 31, 2023 | 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Enjoy free live music on your lunch break in Market Square! READ MORE

Entertainment,

Tours

Comedy Bus Tour (R-Rated)

Jul 1, 2023 - Aug 26, 2023 | 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Pittsburgh's best and most unique experience on wheels! READ MORE

Outdoor,

Tours

Uniquely Pittsburgh Sightseeing Tour

Jun 1, 2023 - Aug 31, 2023

Join Rivers of Steel on board the Explorer riverboat for the Uniquely Pittsburgh Sightseeing Tour. This 90-minute excursion seeks to answer the question “What makes Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh?” READ MORE