Events
Events
See what’s happening in Downtown Pittsburgh with the official neighborhood calendar.
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August 2018
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
Community,
Festival
2018 Heinz Field Kickoff and Rib Festival
Aug 30, 2018 - Sep 3, 2018 | 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm
Welcome to the Kickoff and Rib Festival at Heinz Field. It’s all about family! You’ll find food and fun for all ages. Free admission offers the best ribs in the country, world class entertainment, games and rides for the kids, and much more. Bring along your Steelers pride and appetite to this Pittsburgh tradition. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community
“The Cooking Gene” with Michael Twitty
Aug 30, 2018 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Culinary historian Michael Twitty brings a fresh perspective to race and food in his illuminating new memoir of Southern cuisine and food culture, tracing his ancestry—both black and white—through food, from Africa to America and from slavery to freedom. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
City of Asylum Staff Showcase
Aug 29, 2018 | 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
An evening of songs, readings, performances and more presented by the staff at City of Asylum! READ MORE
Arts + Culture
QAppy Hour: 10 Years + Beers with Rivers Agile
Aug 29, 2018 | 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Join Rivers Agile in celebrating our 10th anniversary! Enjoy a jam session with colleagues, networking, plus complimentary food and drinks. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community
From Maps to Mermaids: Fort Pitt Museum’s Carved Powder Horn
Aug 29, 2018 - Dec 31, 2018 | 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Used by soldiers on the American frontier to keep gunpowder dry, powder horns also served as a blank canvas on which they could leave their mark READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Family
Parker/Throckmorton
Aug 28, 2018 | 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Parker/Throckmorton is a band co-lead by Brooklyn based guitarist, Chris Parker, and Pittsburgh based drummer, David Throckmorton. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Family,
Nightlife
Dancing on the Roof with Arthur Murray Studios
Aug 28, 2018 | 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Join Arthur Murray Studios at the Distrikt Hotel every Tuesday for Dance Lessons & Drinks on the rooftop with friends & partners overlooking amazing views of downtown Pittsburgh. READ MORE
Family
Music Mondays
Aug 27, 2018 | 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Come join the Carnegie Science Center at the new monthly event, Music Mondays! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Sembène Film Festival: Nothing But The Truth
Aug 27, 2018 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
A screening of Nothing But The Truth presented by Sembène–The Film & Art Festival. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family
Michael Jackson Laser Show
Aug 27, 2018 - Aug 31, 2018 | 1:00 pm - 2:00 am
Love Michael Jackson? "Don't stop till you get enough"...with this family-friendly Michael Jackson laser show. READ MORE
Community,
Entertainment
End of Summer Wine Dinner
Aug 27, 2018 | 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Join Union Standard, Monday August 27th for a Six Course Wine Dinner with pairings from Cline Cellars. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Parker & Throckmorton
Aug 26, 2018 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
An evening of jazz with Chris Parker and David Throckmorton. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Family,
Festival
Piano Day Pittsburgh
Aug 26, 2018 | 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Piano Day Pittsburgh is an all-day, all-volunteer celebration of the piano and our city’s rich musical heritage and future. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family
Laser Stranger Things
Aug 26, 2018 - Aug 29, 2018 | 5:00 am - 12:00 pm
Take a trip to the upside-down in the safety of the dome! Experience 1980s tunes and soundscapes from the show reinterpreted in vibrant laser light. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Family
Ceinwen King-Smith
Aug 25, 2018 | 3:00 pm - 4:00 am
A family-friendly afternoon of storytelling with Ceinwen King-Smith. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Family
Mini-Factory: Renew
Aug 25, 2018 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Inspired by Bill Woodrow, Mini artists will take apart take apart discarded objects to create something brand new. READ MORE
Arts + Culture
Indian Captive, Indian King: Peter Williamson’s American Odyssey
Aug 25, 2018 | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
In this talk, Dr. Timothy Shannon will unravel the fact from fiction in Williamson’s odyssey and use it to illustrate how working people in eighteenth-century Britain exploited an empire that was built on exploiting them. READ MORE
Arts + Culture
Guided Tour: A Tradition of Innovation
Aug 25, 2018 | 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Discover the story of Pittsburgh’s past and future in this guided tour of the Pittsburgh: A Tradition of Innovation exhibit. READ MORE
Community,
Family
All Scout Badge Day
Aug 25, 2018 | 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Explore the History Center’s world class exhibitions and archival resources to earn Girl and Boy Scout badges and complete Cub Scout Adventures! READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family,
Sports + Recreation
Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Tennessee Titans
Aug 25, 2018 | 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
The Pittsburgh Steelers’ 2018 NFL Preseason home opener against the Tennessee Titans. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Festival,
Nightlife
Rock, Reggae, & Relief
Aug 25, 2018 | 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Forbes Avenue will turn into an island oasis at the second annual Rock, Reggae, and Relief Benefit Festival. The streets will be filled with island vibes, themed food and drink, and live music every hour. READ MORE
Community
Naturalization Ceremony
Aug 24, 2018 | 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Welcome new citizens in a naturalization ceremony, a pivotal milestone in the naturalization process. Guests will watch as immigrants become new U.S. citizens. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Made in America
Aug 24, 2018 - Aug 25, 2018 | 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
A certified American comedy institution since 1959, The Second City’s laughs are 100% USA-made in this latest take on our great, big dysfunctional nation! READ MORE
Community
Ellevate Pittsburgh: End of Summer Sip and Connect
Aug 23, 2018 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Join the women of Ellevate Pittsburgh for a casual happy hour networking event at the Foundry on the North Shore! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons
Aug 23, 2018 | 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Oh, what a story. Frankie Valli, who came to fame in 1962 as the lead singer of the Four Seasons, is hotter than ever in the 21st century. READ MORE
Sports + Recreation
Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC vs Tampa Bay Rowdies
Aug 22, 2018 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Cheer on the Riverhounds as they battle Tampa Bay Rowdies. READ MORE
Arts + Culture
Hop into History: Celebrate Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood
Aug 22, 2018 | 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood” and play, laugh, watch, and enjoy creating in this session that explores the world of “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood.” READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Disney's Aladdin
Aug 22, 2018 - Sep 9, 2018 | 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Hailed by USA Today as “Pure Genie-Us,” ALADDIN features all your favorite songs from the film. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Know the Show Before You Go - Aladdin
Aug 22, 2018 | 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Visit the Trust Arts Education Center on Wednesday night of PNC Broadway in Pittsburgh performances. READ MORE
Entertainment
Page To Screen - Free Movie!
Aug 21, 2018 | 1:00 pm - 1:00 pm
During the Korean War, an American patrol is captured by communists and one soldier is programmed to become an assassin. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
All Time Low & Dashboard Confessional
Aug 21, 2018 | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
The American rockers All Time Low have been rocking the stages across North America and the world since their debut all the way back in 2003. READ MORE
Community,
Convention
Connecting Diverse Healthcare Professionals
Aug 21, 2018 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
All for All is partnering with our friends at the Whitetulip Health Foundation for the first of four workshops to better connect diverse healthcare professionals to each other and to local issues and opportunities pertaining to immigrants and refugees in our community. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family
Michael Jackson Laser Show
Aug 20, 2018 - Aug 24, 2018 | 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Love Michael Jackson? "Don't stop till you get enough"...with this family-friendly Michael Jackson laser show. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
ReelQ: Mr. Gay Syria
Aug 20, 2018 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
The Pittsburgh premiere screening (before its theatrical release) of Mr. Gay Syria, presented by ReelQ. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community
Trust Arts Education Showcase
Aug 20, 2018 | 9:00 am - 12:00 am
Teachers, community educators, and teaching artists are all invited to the Trust Arts Education Center to partake in a sampling of innovative educational programming. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family,
Sports + Recreation
Pirates vs. Braves
Aug 20, 2018 - Aug 22, 2018 | 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm
At PNC Park! READ MORE
Community,
Entertainment,
Family
2018 Family Fest and Steelers Practice
Aug 19, 2018 | 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Activities for Family Fest will take place outside on Art Rooney Avenue beginning at 3 p.m. and continue throughout Heinz Field in the FedEx Great Hall, the Ford Fan Zone and the West Concourse. READ MORE
Sports + Recreation
Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC vs. Charlotte Independence
Aug 18, 2018 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Cheer on the Riverhounds as they battle the Charlotte Independence. READ MORE
Festival
Falconry- The Sport of Kings
Aug 18, 2018 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join the National Aviary’s certified falconer, Cathy Schlott, to discover the history, practices, and theories behind the unique sport of falconry. Explore the variety of birds used in the sport and why they are selected, and become familiar with equipment and regulations governing falconry in the United States. READ MORE
Sports + Recreation
Downtown 5k Tour
Aug 18, 2018 | 9:00 am - 10:00 am
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
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Family
Fort Pitt Garrison Drill
Aug 18, 2018 | 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
The Fort Pitt Garrison will be on hand at the Fort Pitt Museum in Point State Park to demonstrate 18th century military drills. READ MORE
Arts + Culture
Guided Tour: From Slavery to Freedom
Aug 18, 2018 | 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Join a History Center docent for a closer look into the history of slavery, abolition, and civil rights in the Pittsburgh region. READ MORE
Convention
American Postal Workers Union Biennial Convention
Aug 17, 2018 - Aug 23, 2018
The APWU National Convention will gather more than 2,000 APWU members for debates over a wide variety of topics in addition to exploring new goals to improve the services we provide. READ MORE
Nightlife
21+ Beer Night
Aug 17, 2018 | 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Explore the chemistry of beer and enjoy free samples from more than a dozen local breweries. READ MORE
Family
Penguins & Pajamas
Aug 16, 2018 | 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Come dressed in your favorite pajamas and catch a movie with our coolest residents, the African Penguins! Explore the National Aviary after hours and keep your eyes peeled for opportunities to meet some of our penguin colony. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Mark Bingham: Lost Hoagy Carmichael
Aug 16, 2018 | 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Mark Bingham performs “Lost Hoagy Carmichael,” a curated set of little-known and previously unrecorded songs by the famed composer of American standards such as “Stardust,” “The Nearness of You,” and “Georgia on My Mind.” READ MORE
Nightlife
2018 Game Night
Aug 16, 2018 | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
It is that time of year again, GAME NIGHT 2018! Mark it on your calendars! Join Buckhead Saloon in Pittsburgh on Thursday, August 16th from 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM for their annual game night with Pop Craft! READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family,
Sports + Recreation
Pirates vs. Cubs
Aug 16, 2018 - Aug 19, 2018 | 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm
At PNC Park! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
The Avett Brothers
Aug 16, 2018 | 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
The incredible talent that is The Avett Brothers will be LIVE this coming summer, get ready to catch them as they come to Stage AE! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
MCG Jazz All-Stars
Aug 15, 2018 | 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
The MCG Jazz All-Stars present a tribute concert celebrating Sergio Mendes’ Bossa Rio Sextet as part of Pittsburgh’s Jazz Days of Summer! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Cowboy Bebop 20th Anniversary
Aug 15, 2018 - Aug 16, 2018 | 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Celebrate the 20th anniversary of the most groundbreaking anime series of all time at The Rangos Giant Cinema! READ MORE
Community,
Entertainment
Future Generation
Aug 14, 2018 | 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Explore how today’s energy innovations are working to meet tomorrow’s challenges. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Tomoko Omura’s Post Bop Gypsies
Aug 14, 2018 | 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
The New York City based trio also features Alex Goodman on guitar and George DeLancey on bass. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Family
James Moore
Aug 14, 2018 | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
James Moore, PhD, Dean of the Faculty, Chief Academic Officer, and Associate Professor of Music, is the director of jazz ensembles at West Virginia Wesleyan College. Since 2011 he has served as the chairperson of the Department of Music at WV Wesleyan and has worked to build one of the most vibrant collegiate jazz programs in the region. READ MORE
Family
History Center Summer Camp: Blast from the Past (Session Two)
Aug 13, 2018 - Aug 17, 2018 | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
The Heinz History Center’s exciting summer camps explore Pittsburgh history in engaging and hands-on activities. Blast From the Past session two is for students who have finished 5th or 6th grade. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family
Michael Jackson Laser Show
Aug 13, 2018 - Aug 17, 2018 | 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Love Michael Jackson? "Don't stop till you get enough"...with this family-friendly Michael Jackson laser show. READ MORE
Festival
A-Trak at The 3rd Annual Crosstown Cookout
Aug 12, 2018 | 9:00 am - 11:00 pm
Fame15 Creative and El Gallo in conjunction with Riverlife, a nonprofit rebuilding Pittsburgh's riverfront park systems, present the Third Annual Crosstown Cookout Festival. READ MORE
Community,
Family
Kindergarten... Here I Come!
Aug 11, 2018 | 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Join the Children's Museum for the 14th annual celebration of your child's entrance into Kindergarten. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Jeff Beck with Ann Wilson
Aug 11, 2018 | 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Jeff Beck has never been shy about speaking his mind through his music. For more than 50 years, the Grammy-winning guitarist has expanded rock’s sonic vocabulary with an inventive style of playing that defies categorization. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family
Michael Jackson Laser Show
Aug 11, 2018 - Aug 12, 2018 | 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Love Michael Jackson? "Don't stop till you get enough"...with this family-friendly Michael Jackson laser show. READ MORE
Community,
Entertainment,
Festival,
Sports + Recreation
Bocce Tournament & Festival
Aug 11, 2018 | 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Come play some bocce for a worthy cause this summer at the History Center’s Ninth Annual Bocce Tournament and Festival. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Family
Guided Tour: Pittsburgh’s Attic From Glass to Ketchup
Aug 11, 2018 | 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Join a History Center docent for a tour where you’re guaranteed to see something new. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family
H2Oh! River Weekend
Aug 11, 2018 - Aug 12, 2018 | 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
H2Oh! River Weekend showcases special water-themed demonstrations and activities inspired by the H2Oh! why the rivers matter exhibit. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Rod Stewart
Aug 11, 2018 | 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Following the incredible success and rave reviews for their 2017 summer tour, Stewart has invited the legendary Cyndi Lauper to again join him as the tour’s special guest. READ MORE
Arts + Culture
Teaching American History Seminar: The Executive Branch
Aug 10, 2018
Join the Ashbrook Center at Ashland University to explore the topic of executive power, which has become one of the most controversial aspects of modern American government. READ MORE
Arts + Culture
Crafts and Drafts: Kreepy Dolls
Aug 10, 2018 | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Bring your imagination to life and make a kreepy doll! Students will Design and Create their own Kreepy Doll in this fun 3 hour workshop! Learn sewing tricks and doll making strategies while having a creative Friday night. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Family,
Festival
2018 DreamOn Festival
Aug 10, 2018 - Aug 11, 2018 | 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Pittsburgh's only music and ice cream festival returns for its biggest weekend yet READ MORE
Family
History at Play: Art of the Everyday with Burton Morris
Aug 9, 2018 | 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Youth ages 8-11 are invited to join workshops where they can discover, imagine, and create! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Nightlife
Best of PGH 2018 Party
Aug 9, 2018 | 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Celebrating the winners of Pittsburgh City Paper's Best of PGH 2018 readers' poll. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Sports + Recreation
Ignite the Night
Aug 9, 2018 | 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Junior Achievement is proud to present the inaugural Ignite the Night - a Pittsburgh's Golden Ticket event at BURN by Rocky Patel. READ MORE
Community
Bottoms Up for Babies
Aug 9, 2018 | 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
The Catholic Charities Emerging Leaders Council is Hosting Happy Hour in support of pregnant women in need. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Family
History at Play: Make it Pop
Aug 9, 2018 | 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Youth ages 8-11 are invited to join us for the Heinz History Center’s “History at Play” youth workshop summer series, where they can discover, imagine, and create! READ MORE
Arts + Culture
Jaws
Aug 9, 2018 - Aug 12, 2018 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
You’re gonna need a bigger boat, but you won’t need a bigger screen. Steven Spielberg’s seminal summer blockbuster is coming to The Rangos Giant Cinema! Experience the stunning 4K digital restoration of Jaws on Pittsburgh’s largest screen, Aug. 9–12. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Family
Elephant & Piggie Story Time & Meet Up
Aug 9, 2018 | 11:00 am - 2:30 am
A reading of one of Mo Willems' Elephant & Piggie books and the chance to meet two very special guests. READ MORE
Convention
Association of Professional Researchers for Advancement Annual Conference
Aug 8, 2018 - Aug 13, 2018
The Association of Professional Researchers for Advancement Annual Conference will feature leading educational sessions, networking opportunities where attendees can connect with fellow peers and engage in conversations and debates on topics of interest to you and the community! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Family
Hop Into History: Corps of Discovery: A Journey from Pittsburgh
Aug 8, 2018 | 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Join the Lewis & Clark expedition, which launched from Pittsburgh and was the first to explore the American West. Build a boat, pick your supplies, and head on a whirlwind adventure! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Thoroughly Modern Millie
Aug 7, 2018 - Aug 12, 2018 | 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Based on the 1967 Academy Award-winning film, THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE takes you back to the height of the New York City Jazz Age, when "moderns” were bobbing their hair, raising their hemlines, entering the workforce and rewriting the rules of love. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Taylor Swift’s Reputation Stadium Tour
Aug 7, 2018 | 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Taylor Swift is returning to Pittsburgh on August 7, 2018, as part of her reputation Stadium Tour. The 10-time Grammy winner’s recently-debuted studio album “reputation” quickly became the top-selling album of 2017 and will be the focal point of her tour. She is joined by special guests Camilla Cabello and Charlie XCX. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family
EQT Water Week at the Children's Museum
Aug 6, 2018 - Aug 12, 2018 | 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Explore, create, experiment and get wet! READ MORE
Family
History Center Summer Camp: Pittsburgh Imagineers (Session Two)
Aug 6, 2018 - Aug 10, 2018 | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
The Heinz History Center’s exciting summer camps explore Pittsburgh history in engaging and hands-on activities. Pittsburgh Imagineers session two is for students who have finished 5th or 6th grade. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Café Scientifique
Aug 6, 2018 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Monthly participants discuss the hottest topics in science with the experts. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family
Michael Jackson Laser Show
Aug 6, 2018 - Aug 10, 2018 | 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Love Michael Jackson? "Don't stop till you get enough"...with this family-friendly Michael Jackson laser show. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Family
Puppets in the Park with Felicia Cooper
Aug 5, 2018 | 10:30 am - 1:30 pm
Join the Children's Museum outside in Buhl Community Park for Puppets in the Park with Felicia Cooper. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
In This Corner of the World
Aug 5, 2018 | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
A screening of In This Corner of the World, presented by Remembering Hiroshima, Imagining Peace. READ MORE
Community,
Family,
Sports + Recreation
2018 Pittsburgh Paddlesports Championship
Aug 5, 2018 | 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
The American Cancer Society, Performance Kayak Inc. and the EQT Pittsburgh Three Rivers Regatta are teaming up to bring you the 2018 Pittsburgh Paddlesports Championships!This 6 mile course will take place on the Allegheny River during the 2018 EQT PIttsburgh Three Rivers Regatta on Sunday, August 5th starting at 12:30pm. READ MORE
Sports + Recreation
Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC vs.Toronto FC 2
Aug 4, 2018 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Cheer on the Riverhounds as they battle Toronto FC 2. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Family
Andy's 90th Birthday Party
Aug 4, 2018 | 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Celebrate the 90th anniversary of Andy Warhol’s birth with family-friendly activities throughout the museum. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Claire Ascani
Aug 4, 2018 | 8:00 pm - 12:00 am
Enjoy songs from the great American songbook, celebrate the legacy of Pittsburgh jazz and experience eclectic world music and fresh musical surprises during Jazz at Andys. READ MORE
Sports + Recreation
North Shore 5k Tour
Aug 4, 2018 | 9:00 am - 10:00 am
From bridges to stadiums to fantastic views of downtown and more, there is plenty to see on the North Shore 5k route. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Smashing Pumpkins
Aug 4, 2018 | 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
The monumental Shiny And Oh So Bright Tour, which coincides with the 30th anniversary of the band’s formation, will highlight music from the group’s inception through 2000. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Sports + Recreation
Public Art Run: Downtown
Aug 4, 2018 | 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Explore the murals and other public art found in historic downtown Pittsburgh. Runners will get the chance to learn about the many pieces of public art in downtown Pittsburgh. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Family
Artillery and Artificers
Aug 4, 2018 - Aug 5, 2018 | 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Witness how artillerists at historic Fort Pitt prepared for cannon firings to defend the Point in the 18th century. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family
Michael Jackson Laser Show
Aug 4, 2018 - Aug 5, 2018 | 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Love Michael Jackson? "Don't stop till you get enough"...with this family-friendly Michael Jackson laser show. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Highly Suspect
Aug 4, 2018 | 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Highly Suspect comes to Stage AE on Saturday 4th August 2018 for a night of unforgettable entertainment! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Family
Andy’s 90th Birthday Party
Aug 4, 2018 | 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Celebrate the 90th anniversary of Andy Warhol’s birth with family-friendly activities throughout the museum. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Mike Quu & Full Throttle Comedy Tour
Aug 3, 2018 - Aug 4, 2018 | 10:00 pm - 12:00 am
Ready to go from zero to funny? Full Throttle Comedy is a pedal to the metal ride of laughs coming to Pittsburgh! READ MORE
Arts + Culture
Artist Discussion with Curator Kris Nuzzi
Aug 3, 2018 | 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
A conversation and Q & A with Kris Nuzzi, director at Pavel Zoubok Fine Art in New York, and represented Pittsburgh-based artists Vanessa German and Diane Samuels. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family
Elephant & Piggie Story Time & Meet Up
Aug 3, 2018 | 11:00 am - 2:30 pm
A reading of one of Mo Willems' Elephant & Piggie books and the chance to meet two very special guests. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family,
Sports + Recreation
Pirates vs. Cardinals
Aug 3, 2018 - Aug 5, 2018 | 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm
At PNC Park! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
HANSON String Theory, Live with the PSO
Aug 2, 2018 | 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
After a sold out world tour celebrating 25 years together, HANSON marks their 26th birthday with a musical experience unlike any other. HANSON String Theory is a musical manifesto with new and career spanning works from HANSON, arranged by David Campbell, making their Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra debut! READ MORE
Entertainment
The Mother of All Baby Showers, The Pittsburgh Edition
Aug 2, 2018 | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
This event connects new parents and parents-to-be with others in the local area, and local and national resources as well, thus creating a strong, accessible support system. READ MORE
Family
History at Play: Taming the Tomato: The Innovations of H.J. Heinz
Aug 2, 2018 | 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Youth ages 8-11 are invited to join Heinz History Center workshops where they can discover, imagine, and create! READ MORE
Sports + Recreation
Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC vs. Richmond Kickers
Aug 1, 2018 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Cheer on the Riverhounds as they battle the Richmond Kickers. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Vivaldi's The Four Seasons
Aug 1, 2018 | 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Enjoy an evening of Vivaldi at Heinz Hall. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family
Michael Jackson Laser Show
Aug 1, 2018 - Aug 3, 2018 | 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Love Michael Jackson? "Don't stop till you get enough"...with this family-friendly Michael Jackson laser show. READ MORE
Convention
SNAPA Annual Food Show and Education Conference
Jul 31, 2018 - Aug 2, 2018
Each year, the School Nutrition Association of Pennsylvania provides unique educational content, an impressive line-up of expert speakers, "The Biggest & Best Food & Equipment Show in Pennsylvania", and a wide array of special dinners and networking activities. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
*Summer Camp* From Page to Stage: Theatre Production
Jul 30, 2018 - Aug 3, 2018 | 9:30 am - 4:30 am
In this week-long camp, students will work together to create their own short plays from start to finish combining elements of play-writing, acting, and design, which will conclude with a festival of original short plays, all created by them in 5 days. READ MORE
Festival
Grand Prix Downtown Parade & Plaza Display
Jul 17, 2018 - Jul 17, 2019 | 9:30 am - 2:30 pm
The Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix hosts a parade and 3 distinct car displays in the golden triangle. 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
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
Arts + Culture
Seven Deadly Sins
Aug 24, 2018 - Aug 25, 2018 | 7:00 pm - 1:00 am
Seven Deadly Sins, is a rarely performed ballet chanté, or sung ballet. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family
Michael Jackson Laser Show
Aug 18, 2018 - Aug 19, 2018 | 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
"Don't stop till you get enough" with this family-friendly Michael Jackson laser show. 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
Family
Solar SUNdays
Aug 5, 2018 - Aug 26, 2018 | 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
The summer is filled with sunshine, and the museum's astronomical staff is ready to help you safely observe the Sun! READ MORE
Sports + Recreation
Move it Mondays | Lunchtime
Jun 4, 2018 - Aug 27, 2018 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
When the weather gets warm, take back your Mondays with a free fitness class in Market Square! READ MORE
Sports + Recreation
Move it Mondays | Evenings
Jun 4, 2018 - Aug 27, 2018 | 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
In the evening, unwind from your work day with free fitness classes from various partners! READ MORE
Nightlife,
Sports + Recreation
Dancing in the Square
Jun 1, 2018 - Aug 31, 2018 | 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us to get your weekend moving as you learn exciting new and traditional dances in the heart of Pittsburgh. 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
Entertainment,
Nightlife
Live Music With John Puckett
Aug 28, 2018 | 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Live music every Tuesday Night With John Puckett. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Family,
Nightlife
Dancing on the Roof with Arthur Murray Studios
Aug 21, 2018 | 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Join Arthur Murray Studios at the Distrikt Hotel every Tuesday for Dance Lessons & Drinks on the rooftop with friends & partners overlooking amazing views of downtown Pittsburgh. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family
Space Weather Wednesdays
Aug 1, 2018 - Aug 22, 2018 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
The summer is filled with sunshine, and the museum's astronomical staff is ready to help you safely observe the Sun. READ MORE
Entertainment
DJ Malls Spins Vinyl
Jul 27, 2018 - Aug 31, 2018 | 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Groove into the weekend at Andy's Wine Bar. READ MORE
Entertainment
Haunted Pittsburgh Downtown Ghost Tour
Jul 13, 2018 - Nov 11, 2018 | 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Haunted Pittsburgh is the curator of Pittsburgh's nightmares and all things that go bump in the night. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Family
Solar Concert Series 2018
Jul 11, 2018 - Aug 29, 2018 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Enjoy free live music outside in the sunshine at Buhl Community Park at Allegheny Square. Bring your lunch and enjoy family-friendly concerts on a solar-powered sound system Wednesdays at 12:15 p.m. in July and August. READ MORE
Community,
Family
Partners for Play
Jul 10, 2018 - Sep 25, 2018 | 10:30 am - 11:30 am
This program is an hour of play-themed learning hosted by amazing partners throughout our city! READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family,
Nightlife
Horse & Carriage Rides
Jun 1, 2018 - Oct 1, 2018 | 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Carriage Service offers carriage rides most Friday and Saturday evenings from May through October, weather-permitting. 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
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