Events
Events
See what’s happening in Downtown Pittsburgh with the official neighborhood calendar.
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August
Community,
Convention,
Sports + Recreation
State Farm Women’s College Volleyball Showcase 2025
Aug 31, 2025 - Sep 1, 2025
Defending national champion Penn State, Pitt, TCU and Arizona State will converge for the four-match event that helps kick off the 2025 college volleyball campaign! READ MORE
Arts + Culture
I AM WILD: A Charley Harper Exhibit Closing Date
Aug 31, 2025 | 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Say goodbye to I AM WILD before it leaves on August 31! READ MORE
Entertainment
Beta Stage
Aug 30, 2025 - Nov 29, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Support emerging talent and join us for Beta Stage, a monthly showcase of fresh comedy! READ MORE
Community,
Sports + Recreation,
Tours
Gems of Pittsburgh Tour
Aug 30, 2025 | 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Pedal through five distinct North Side neighborhoods on this 3-hour, 9-mile insider’s tour—perfect for both first-time visitors and seasoned locals. READ MORE
Community,
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation
Pitt Panthers vs. Duquesne Dukes
Aug 30, 2025 | 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Watch the Pitt Panthers and the Duquesne Dukes meet on the football field for the first time in 86 years! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Nightlife
Knights of the Arcade
Aug 30, 2025 | 9:00 pm - 10:30 pm
A comedy quest awaits! Knights of the Arcade is an award-winning comedy show that takes audiences on a wild, madcap adventure every month. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Family,
Festival,
Music,
Outdoor
Soul Food Festival
Aug 29, 2025 - Aug 31, 2025
Join A Soulful Taste of Pittsburgh for the 6th annual Soul Food Festival, happening August 29–31 in Downtown Pittsburgh! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Nightlife
Select Start Improv Show
Aug 29, 2025 | 9:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Join the Select Start team for a night of fun and fast-paced short-form improv comedy. READ MORE
Community,
Nightlife
The Cure Jam: 90s-00s Throwback Party benefiting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
Aug 29, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Epic Throwback Party for a Cause READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Free event
Celebrating 45 Years of CAPA: Alumni and Faculty Exhibition
Aug 29, 2025 - Jan 25, 2026
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trusts presenst an exhibition that celebrates the incredible talents of CAPA alumni and faculty for its 45th Anniversary. READ MORE
Film & Movies
Barbie (2023)
Aug 29, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
On Fri., Aug. 29, at 7 p.m., join Barbie as she leaves her idyllic world of Barbie Land and travels to the real world, only to experience the highs and lows of human life. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Free event,
Online & Virtual Events
Lit Fridays
Aug 29, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Join the August Wilson African American Cultural Center on the final Friday of each month now through October for replays of their archives and new conversations with writers, artists, and thinkers of the African Diaspora. READ MORE
Family,
Free event,
Music,
Shopping
Yappy Hour at The Strip District Terminal
Aug 29, 2025 | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Yappy Hour at The Strip District Terminal READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Nightlife,
Outdoor
Wine Tasting Cruise & Tour
Aug 28, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Sip n Savo the wine's of Italy! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Sports + Recreation
Salsa Nights at the Greer
Aug 27, 2025 | 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Join Jeff and Colleen Shirey, founders of Salsa Pittsburgh, as they bring their lively salsa classes and open-floor dancing back to the Greer Cabaret Theater. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Outdoor,
PDP Events
Illuminate: ‘All the World’s a Stage’
Aug 27, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
An unforgettable evening of theatrical fashion, where every outfit, every accessory, and every detail serves as a canvas for self-expression! READ MORE
Community,
Convention,
Workshops & Classes
DUG East/Appalachia Meeting Summer 2025
Aug 27, 2025 | 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Join industry leaders, innovators, and decision-makers at the premier event focused on the heart of the Appalachian Basin, home to the Marcellus and Utica formations. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Music
Gary Clark Jr.
Aug 26, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Four-time grammy winner and gifted songwriter and performer, Gary Clark Jr., is coming back to Pittsburgh! READ MORE
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation,
Workshops & Classes
Beginner River Paddle
Aug 25, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Take in the sights and sounds of the Allegheny while learning the basic of kayaking with Venture outdoors. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Music,
Outdoor
Summer Music Series: The Key West Express- Jimmy Buffet Tribute
Aug 24, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
The PERFECT Jimmy Buffett tribute band is coming aboard the Gateway Clipper Fleet for the ALL-NEW Summer Music Series! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment
Lucky Draw
Aug 24, 2025 | 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Arcade Comedy Theater presents "Lucky Draw" — an improv comedy show where half of the cast is drawn at random! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Music,
Outdoor
Rumbón de la Calle
Aug 24, 2025 | 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Enjoy live tunes from locally-based percussionists and drummers, Rumbón de la Calle in Mellon Square. READ MORE
Family,
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation
Pirates vs. Rockies
Aug 24, 2025 | 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Watch the Pirates take on the Colorado Rockies at PNC Park! READ MORE
Community,
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation
UPMC Health Plan PedalPGH
Aug 24, 2025 | 7:00 am - 3:00 pm
Welcoming cyclists of all ages and fitness levels to participate in UPMC Health Plan PedalPGH, Pennsylvania’s largest bike ride. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Family,
Free event,
Outdoor,
PDP Events,
Shopping
Burgh Bazaar
Aug 23, 2025 | 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
SUMMER EDITION: Monthly outdoor market featuring live music, local vendors, and plenty of food and drink to keep the good vibes going. READ MORE
Community,
Entertainment,
Film & Movies,
Free event
Summer Film Screening: Atmospheres + Auras
Aug 23, 2025 | 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Enjoy short art film screenings in the Mattress Factory's intimate setting with other film lovers and your favorite theater snacks stocked just for you! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Nightlife
Chris Distefano
Aug 23, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Get ready for a night of nonstop laughs with comedy sensation Chris Distefano! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Sarah Hester Ross: Serving Tour
Aug 23, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Witness internationally touring cabaret artist and viral social media creator, Sarah Hester Ross, on the Pittsburgh stage! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Nightlife
Louis C.K.
Aug 23, 2025 | 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Join six-time Emmy Award and three-time Grammy Award winner, Louis C.K., as he brings his stand-up act to Heinz Hall! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Family,
Free event,
Holidays,
Outdoor,
Shopping
Steel City Spooky Market
Aug 23, 2025 | 10:00 am - 3:00 am
The Steel City Spooky Market awaits with thrills, chills, and eerie delights... READ MORE
Film & Movies
Miss Congeniality (2000)
Aug 22, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
If you asked us our perfect date… we’d have to say Aug. 22, because it’s not too hot and not too cold – and we’re showing “Miss Congeniality” at 7 p.m. on the largest screen in Pittsburgh! READ MORE
Nightlife,
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation
Pirates Fireworks Paddle
Aug 22, 2025 | 8:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Watch the postgame fireworks from the water! (Ages 3+) READ MORE
Outdoor,
Tours
Downtown Walking Tour: Wood Street
Aug 22, 2025 | 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Tour Pittsburgh's Wall Street! READ MORE
Arts + Culture
Hot Dog Accessories
Aug 22, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
A comedy show hosted by Improv Troupe "Hot Dog Accessories" Note: Hot dogs may not be included! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Music
The Magic of Motown
Aug 22, 2025 | 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Join this powerful group of vocalists delivering all the hits from: The Temptations, The Jackson Five, Diana Ross & The Supremes, Marvin Gaye, Aretha Franklin etc. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Free event,
Music,
Nightlife,
Outdoor
Mostbeautifullest Presents: All Black Everything
Aug 22, 2025 - Aug 23, 2025 | 8:00 pm - 12:00 am
Inside Out, Carnegie Museum of Art's free summer outdoor event series celebrates Pittsburgh’s rich cultural landscape with performances, live music, art-making, food, and drinks! READ MORE
Community,
Entertainment,
Nightlife
Party at the Pier 2025
Aug 22, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
An unparalleled experience with RiverLife featuring multiple entertainment zones, interactive experiences, and a curated selection of the city’s best bites and beverages. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Free event,
Music,
Nightlife,
Workshops & Classes
Intermission: An Artful Networking Series
Aug 21, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Drink. Dine. Dance. Decompress. Take an “intermission” from work and join the party. Tour the galleries and chill on the patio…simply BE at AWAACC. 21 and over + City Stylish Attire Cash Bar and Hors D’oeuvres READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Free event,
Outdoor,
PDP Events,
Sports + Recreation,
Workshops & Classes
How-To Series: Salsa with Cross Body Dance
Aug 21, 2025 | 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Learn how to dance while getting in a fun, casual workout! Free and open to the public - No partner required! READ MORE
Entertainment,
Music
Nicole Henry
Aug 21, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Join acclaimed vocalist Nicole Henry for an evening of music that spans generations and genres! READ MORE
Family,
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation
Pirates vs. Blue Jays
Aug 20, 2025 | 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Watch the Pirates take on the Toronto Blue Jays at PNC Park! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Family,
Outdoor,
PDP Events,
Workshops & Classes
Paint & Sip Night
Aug 19, 2025 | 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Get creative in this hands-on, guided painting session while enjoying evening drinks and beautiful outdoor vibes in Mellon Square! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Music,
Nightlife
Linkin Park
Aug 19, 2025 | 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Join rock band, Linkin Park, on their From Zero World Tour coming to PPG Paints Arena! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Free event,
Music
John Shannon's Adventure Time
Aug 19, 2025 | 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Catch free live music in the Cultural District with guitarist and composer, John Shannon. READ MORE
Community,
Family
Jackson Family Wine Dinner & Tasting
Aug 19, 2025 | 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Step into an evening of indulgence where each course is a celebration of flavor, artfully paired with the renowned wines of the Jackson Family. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Free event,
Tours
Senior Social: Pop Generation
Aug 18, 2025 | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Senior Social: Pop Generation is a series of events recommended for members ages 65 and over. Join the Andy Warhol Museum's staff throughout the year, for lectures, artmaking activities, and gallery talks that utilize the museum’s one-of-a-kind collection and special exhibitions. READ MORE
Community,
Free event,
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation
PedalPGH Practice Ride
Aug 17, 2025 | 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
PedalPGH is hosting a 25-mile practice ride for our WMNBikePGH community. READ MORE
Community,
Festival,
Free event,
Outdoor,
PDP Events,
Workshops & Classes
Girls Running Shit Wellness Festival
Aug 16, 2025 | 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Join Girls Running Shit, a local female-led organization, for a variety of wellness workshops and resource in Frankie Pace Park. READ MORE
Community,
Festival,
Free event,
Outdoor
Pittsburgh VegFest
Aug 16, 2025 | 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Pittsburgh VegFest is your go-to summer festival for all things plant-based! READ MORE
Nightlife,
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation
Downtown After Dark
Aug 16, 2025 | 8:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Hit the water once the sun sets and take in views of the city from a whole new angle! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Family
Kindergarten, Here I Come!
Aug 16, 2025 | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
The Children's Museum welcomes the Class of 2038 for its annual kindergarten readiness event. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation
Riverhounds vs. Charleston
Aug 16, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Watch the Riverhounds take on Charleston at Highmark Stadium! READ MORE
Community,
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation,
Tours
Gems of Pittsburgh Tour
Aug 16, 2025
Pedal through five distinct North Side neighborhoods on this 3-hour, 9-mile insider’s tour—perfect for both first-time visitors and seasoned locals! READ MORE
Community,
Entertainment,
Family
Summer Send-off
Aug 15, 2025 | 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Summer Send-Off is designed with everyone in mind—from little ones to grown-ups!With carnival-style games for all ages, hands-on activities, and delicious bites and treats,there’s something for everyone to enjoy.Whether you're winning prizes, enjoying local food, or just soaking up the last summer vibes,this is an evening to connect, give back, and make memories together. READ MORE
Film & Movies
Legally Blonde (2001)
Aug 15, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
You’re a “shoe-in” to win this case at The Rangos Giant Cinema. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment
School of Drag Showcase
Aug 15, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Support the Warhol's School of Drag students as they express themselves through performance. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Family,
Music,
Nightlife
$14.99 Friday Night Special
Aug 15, 2025 | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Friday Night Special is a monthly summer series of lively, community-centered events at Mattress Factory for just $14.99. Museum admission included - what a deal! READ MORE
Entertainment
Sketch Lab Report Vol. 2
Aug 15, 2025 | 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
After another year of goofing off in the laboratory, Arcade Comedy Theater's Sketch Comedy Lab presents its second Report showcasing laugh-out-loud sketches from the last year. READ MORE
Tours
Walking Tour: The Allegheny County Courthouse and City Building
Aug 15, 2025 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
An in-depth experience of two of Downtown Pittsburgh’s most significant buildings: H. H. Richardson’s Allegheny County Courthouse (completed 1888) and Henry Hornbostel’s City-County Building (completed 1917). READ MORE
Community,
Free event,
PDP Events
The Brave Space: A Place for Bravery In Action
Aug 15, 2025 | 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Join the Brave Women Project for an open-house style afternoon as they unveil Downtown's newest addition, The Brave Space! READ MORE
Entertainment
Josh Johnson: The Flowers Tour
Aug 15, 2025 - Aug 16, 2025
Comedy sensation Josh Johnson is bringing his sharp wit and viral storytelling to the Byham Theater for one unforgettable night. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Music,
Nightlife
EMO Night at Howl at the Moon
Aug 15, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 2:00 am
Get ready to scream your heart out with your favorite sad songs, cheap drinks, and all the feels you forgot you had! Reset your Myspace password and text your top 8 to join us for Howl at the Moon's bi-annual Emo Night! READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family,
Music
Disney Descendants/Zombies: Worlds Collide Tour
Aug 14, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
A one-of-a-kind interactive live concert experience that celebrates the chart-topping music from Disney’s “Descendants” and “Zombies” movie franchises! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Family,
Free event,
Outdoor,
PDP Events
BNY Lunchtime Concert/Food Truck Days
Aug 14, 2025 | 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Savor the sounds and flavors of the city during BNY's Food Truck Days! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Family,
Free event,
Music
Johnny Zoloft + MIRA MIRA + Ron Mist Present: Ombré
Aug 14, 2025 | 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Inside Out, Carnegie Museum of Art's free summer outdoor event series celebrates Pittsburgh’s rich cultural landscape with performances, live music, art-making, food, and drinks! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Free event
Form, Abstraction, and Spirituality in Black Art
Aug 13, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Moderated by Tacumba Turner, Founder and Artistic Director of The Future is Black, this fishbowl-style conversation will delve into the roles of form, abstraction, and spirituality in Black artistic practices. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Workshops & Classes
Blue-Collar Ancestry: Tracing Your Steelworker Roots
Aug 12, 2025 | 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Take a deep dive into the lives of your steelworker ancestors. READ MORE
Community,
Entertainment,
Music
Tom Swoope's Hip-Hop & R&B Bingo
Aug 11, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
This isn’t your grandma’s bingo – it’s a high-energy, unforgettable afternoon blending classic bingo with all your favorite Hip Hop and R&B hits from the 80s, 90s, and early 2000s. READ MORE
Family,
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation
Pirates vs. Reds
Aug 10, 2025 | 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Watch the Pirates take on the Cincinnati Reds at PNC Park! READ MORE
Entertainment,
Music,
Outdoor
Summer Music Series: The Flow Band- Reggae & Jazz
Aug 10, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
The Flow band has been performing for over 25 years throughout Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia providing lively reggae, calypso, reggae, and jazz music to listening audiences. Join us as we sail the three rivers and bring the island vibes with us! READ MORE
Entertainment,
Film & Movies
Fleabag (Screening)
Aug 10, 2025 | 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
The hilarious, award-winning play that inspired the BBC’s hit TV series Fleabag, was captured live on stage from London’s West End in 2019. READ MORE
Arts + Culture
Arcade Hootenanny
Aug 9, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
The Arcade Hootenanny features real stories turned into quick, hilarious improv scenes. Inspired by classic Chicago-style shows, it blends storytelling with sharp comedic performance. READ MORE
Family,
Sports + Recreation
Pittsburgh Riverhounds VS. Orange County
Aug 9, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
? August 9: Riverhounds Host $1 Beers & Bands Night with 80s Karaoke Theme ?? READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Nightlife
Comedy Confidential with Brittany Alexis
Aug 9, 2025 | 9:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Arcade Comedy Theater presents Comedy Confidential, a showcase of Pittsburgh's brightest comedic talents! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Film & Movies
Hearts of Darkness: A Filmmaker's Apocalypse
Aug 9, 2025 - Aug 16, 2025
Based on secret tape recordings and documentary footage shot by Eleanor Coppola at the time, HEARTS OF DARKNESS is a harrowing documentary about a disastrous ordeal that transmuted into one of the greatest films of all time. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Family,
Free event,
Music
Ricardo iamuuri Robinson Presents: Listening to the Sky
Aug 9, 2025 | 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Inside Out, Carnegie Museum of Art's free summer outdoor event series celebrates Pittsburgh’s rich cultural landscape with performances, live music, art-making, food, and drinks! READ MORE
Community,
Entertainment
The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show
Aug 9, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Tackle a challenging crime while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The criminal is lurking somewhere in the room, and you may be a Prime Suspect! READ MORE
Community,
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation
14th Annual Bocce Tournament & Festival
Aug 9, 2025 | 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Come throw out the pallino and throw down for a worthy cause! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Nightlife
B!tch Please
Aug 9, 2025 | 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Get ready for a night of unapologetic, fierce fun on August 9 at 8 PM! READ MORE
Film & Movies
Mean Girls (2004)
Aug 8, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Get in loser, we’re going to see “Mean Girls” at The Rangos Giant Cinema on Fri., Aug. 8 at 7 p.m. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Music,
Nightlife
21+ Night: Neuro Night
Aug 8, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Catch the “Mental Health: Mind Matters” exhibition before it leaves the Science Center! Spark your neurons with fun science demos, teach your brain about the brain, and hear from neuroscience experts about their research. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Music,
Outdoor
Mario Williams
Aug 8, 2025 | 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Enjoy a summer evening downtown with hometown favorite, Mario Williams, and his blend of country and rock in a live performance. READ MORE
Nightlife
Aug 8, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Forget your usual dinner plans and try something new! Indulge in a delicious 3-course menu… while blindfolded! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Family,
Free event,
Music
slowdanger Presents: lowgardens
Aug 7, 2025 | 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Inside Out, Carnegie Museum of Art's free summer outdoor event series celebrates Pittsburgh’s rich cultural landscape with performances, live music, art-making, food, and drinks! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Family,
Tours
Walking Tour: Downtown's Best
Aug 7, 2025 | 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
From grand landmarks to hidden gems, explore how Downtown's past and present come together in its most iconic spaces. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community
Hidden History Trivia
Aug 7, 2025 | 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Step right up and test your knowledge of weird, wild, and wonderful stories inspired by Pittsburgh’s past. READ MORE
Free event,
Workshops & Classes
Future in Focus Career Event - UPMC Pathways to Work
Aug 6, 2025 | 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Join UPMC’s FREE in-person career event hosted by the Pathways to Work team—designed to help you sharpen your job search, build your confidence, and make connections that matter. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation,
Tours
Pittsburgh History Paddle
Aug 6, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Take in Pittsburgh's river history by kayak! Local historian and paddler Sam Soergel will guide you through the three rivers past. READ MORE
Outdoor,
PDP Events,
Workshops & Classes
BNY Lunch & Learn | Mocktail Demo
Aug 6, 2025 | 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Spice up your lunch break with our Downtown Lunch & Learn series—free, hands-on demos that bring flavor and fun to your midday! READ MORE
Family,
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation
Pirates vs. Giants
Aug 6, 2025 | 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Watch the Pirates take on the San Francisco Giants at PNC Park! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Family,
Free event,
Workshops & Classes
Intro to DJing
Aug 6, 2025 | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Tech25 presents Intro to DJing workshop at the Carnegie Library Downtown. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Free event,
Music
Hugo Cruz and Caminos
Aug 5, 2025 | 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Led by award-winning Cuban drummer and composer Hugo Alexander Cruz Machado, this group blends Afro-Cuban rhythms with jazz and funk influences for a fresh sound rooted in tradition READ MORE
Community,
Free event,
PDP Events,
Sports + Recreation
Urban Serenity
Aug 5, 2025 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Come as you are. No pretenses, no perfection—just real people showing up for real connection. READ MORE
Community,
Tours
Showcase Manchester 2025
Aug 3, 2025 | 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Historic Manchester's Annual Home and Garden Tour READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Workshops & Classes
Summer Sessions: Audition Prep
Aug 2, 2025 - Aug 3, 2025 | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join the Pittsburgh Public Theater for Audition Prep, where you'll discover key tips and strategies to help you shine and stand out at your next audition! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Film & Movies
Marvel Infinity Saga: Concert Experience
Aug 2, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Performed by the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, immerse yourself in this thrilling celebration of the Infinity Saga, live in concert. READ MORE
Festival,
Tours
Best Bites Strip District
Aug 2, 2025 | 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Experience the Strip in a whole new way on this self-guided Pittsburgh food and drink crawl! READ MORE
Festival,
Music,
Outdoor
Rock, Reggae & Relief
Aug 2, 2025
A benefit music festival that brings reggae tunes, unity and feel-good vibes while offering a helping hand to our neighbors in need. READ MORE
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation
Riverhounds vs. Rhode Island FC
Aug 2, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Watch the Riverhounds take on Rhode Island FC at Highmark Stadium! READ MORE
Entertainment,
Nightlife
Irony City: Am I The Jagoff?
Aug 2, 2025 - Dec 6, 2025 | 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Join veteran comedy troupe Irony City at Arcarde Comedy Theater as they deftly navigate social missteps on the first Saturday of each month. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Family,
Free event,
Music
PearlArts Movement & Sound Presents: Drift Terrain
Aug 2, 2025 | 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Inside Out, Carnegie Museum of Art's free summer outdoor event series celebrates Pittsburgh’s rich cultural landscape with performances, live music, art-making, food, and drinks! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Family,
Free event,
Outdoor
YOGAMOTIF Presents: Meditation Garden: Rest Stop
Aug 2, 2025 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
These all-levels gentle practices may include seated, floor, and standing postures with variations available throughout! READ MORE
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation
Riverhounds vs. Orange County
Aug 2, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Watch the Riverhounds take on Orange County at Highmark Stadium! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Family,
Free event,
Music,
Outdoor
Greenwood Plan Block Party
Aug 2, 2025 | 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Greenwood Plan is hosting a family friendly block party August 2nd. READ MORE
Community,
Family,
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation,
Tours
Gems of Pittsburgh Tour
Aug 2, 2025 | 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Pedal through five distinct North Side neighborhoods on this 3-hour, 9-mile insider’s tour—perfect for both first-time visitors and seasoned locals! READ MORE
Community,
Tours
Neighborhood Brewery Hop
Aug 2, 2025 | 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Hop-on, hop-off style bus to explore local breweries and businesses at their own pace within a set time frame. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Convention
Pittsburgh ImportExpo
Aug 2, 2025 | 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Join a leading automotive brand producing quality industry car shows and motorsports events, now coming to Pittsburgh! READ MORE
Film & Movies
Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement (2004)
Aug 1, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Join the Carnegie Science Center at The Rangos Giant Cinema on Fri., Aug. 1, at 9:30 p.m. for “The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement.” READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Dear Halpractice
Aug 1, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
A brand new comedy show, hosted by seasoned Improv Troupe Halpractice! READ MORE
Film & Movies
The Princess Diaries (2001)
Aug 1, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Grab your pajamas and tiara and join the Carnegie Science Center for “The Princess Diaries” on Fri., Aug. 1, at 7 p.m. READ MORE
Community,
Free event,
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation
WMNBikePGH Group Ride
Aug 1, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join this beginner friendly on-street ride, that is 10 miles and almost completely flat! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Film & Movies
Pajama Party Double Feature
Aug 1, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
The super fantastic pajama party double feature showing of “The Princess Diaries” and “The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement!” at the Rangos Giant Cinema READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Family
Mr. Messado's School of Magic for the Young and Young at Heart Skip to get tickets
Jul 27, 2025 - Aug 17, 2025
Join superstar magician Mr. Messado for his new astonishing play, bringing a fresh new take on the age-old art of prestidigitation. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Free event
Ben Schonberger: Hi-NRG
Jul 25, 2025 - Nov 2, 2025 | 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Join the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust for an opening reception on July 25 during our Gallery Crawl. Ben Schonberger is a Pittsburgh-based artist whose multidisciplinary practice examines the complexities of identity, power, and the archive. Through processes of appropriation and recombination, he recontextualizes found imagery to explore the intersection of personal and collective histories. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Family,
Free event
Kid's Club
Jul 24, 2025 - Sep 25, 2025 | 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Kids Club programs may include crafts, games, books, technology and more. READ MORE
Arts + Culture
Juried Visual Art Exhibition 2025
May 16, 2025 - Aug 3, 2025
Celebrated as one of the region’s longest-running, juried exhibitions, the 2025 edition of the Dollar Bank Three Rivers Arts Festival’s annual Juried Visual Art Exhibition celebrates the rich history, vibrant culture, and scenic beauty of the Pittsburgh region. READ MORE
Tours
Black & Ghost Tour
Apr 1, 2025 - Dec 30, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Experience the spookiest of Pittsburgh’s Downtown! READ MORE
Entertainment,
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation
Savannah Bananas at PNC Park!
Aug 29, 2025 - Aug 30, 2025
Get ready for an event like no other – where the traditional ballgame is swapped for Banana Ball, a show-stopping and action-packed version of baseball! READ MORE
Community,
Entertainment,
Festival,
Sports + Recreation
Kickoff & Rib Festival
Aug 28, 2025 - Sep 1, 2025
Annual Acrisure Stadium Kickoff and Rib Festival celebrates the kickoff of the region's favorite tradition–FOOTBALL SEASON! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Convention
Oddities & Curiosities Expo
Aug 23, 2025 - Aug 24, 2025
Step into a world of the strange and unusual at the Oddities & Curiosities Expo, taking place at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center from August 23-24, 2025 READ MORE
Family,
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation
Pirates vs. Rockies
Aug 22, 2025 - Aug 23, 2025 | 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Watch the Pirates take on the Colorado Rockies at PNC Park! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Film & Movies
Highest to Lowest
Aug 22, 2025 - Sep 4, 2025
Spike Lee’s reinterpretation of Akira Kurosawa’s crime thriller HIGH AND LOW (1963), now playing at the Harris Theater. READ MORE
Family,
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation
Pirates vs. Blue Jays
Aug 18, 2025 - Aug 19, 2025 | 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Watch the Pirates take on the Toronto Blue Jays at PNC Park! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Free event,
Tours
Visit the Old Allegheny County Jail & Museum
Aug 18, 2025 | 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Step Inside Pittsburgh’s Past at the Old Allegheny County Jail Museum! READ MORE
Lydia Rosenberg: lawn
Aug 15, 2025 - Sep 14, 2025
Explore the most recent work of Pittsburgh based visual artist, Lynda Rosenberg, in a free exhibit at Wood Street Galleries. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Convention
Steel City Spectacular
Aug 14, 2025 - Aug 17, 2025
Excalibur Events presents a four-day gaming event at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. READ MORE
Community,
Convention,
Workshops & Classes
American Society of Biomechanics (ASB) 2025
Aug 13, 2025 - Aug 16, 2025
Join ASB to celebrate a face-to-face meeting, networking with colleagues from across North America and four days of great scientific exchange in this beautiful meeting place! READ MORE
Community,
Convention
Communications Workers of America 2025 Convention
Aug 10, 2025 - Aug 12, 2025
Join this vital opportunity for members to come together, shape the future of the Union, and reaffirm our shared commitment to the rights and well-being of communications workers everywhere. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Film & Movies,
Music
It's Never Over, Jeff Buckley
Aug 8, 2025 - Aug 14, 2025
In IT’S NEVER OVER, JEFF BUCKLEY, Berg brings her questing curiosity to Buckley’s personal archives, much of it never seen by the public. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
fireWALL: The Envelope
Aug 8, 2025 - Aug 9, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Get ready to walk the red carpet and step into a movie awards show like no other with fireWALL Dance Theater READ MORE
Family,
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation
Pirates vs. Reds
Aug 7, 2025 - Aug 9, 2025 | 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Watch the Pirates take on the Cincinnati Reds at PNC Park! READ MORE
Family,
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation
Pirates vs. Giants
Aug 4, 2025 - Aug 5, 2025 | 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Watch the Pirates take on the San Francisco Giants at PNC Park! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Family,
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation,
Tours
Beauty of the Burgh Bike Tour
Mar 1, 2025 - Nov 30, 2025 | 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Explore the Burgh in this three hour history and architecture bike ride that will take you through 3 Pittsburgh neighborhoods with an expert local guide! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Market Square,
Outdoor,
Tours
Best of the Burgh Walking Tour
Jan 1, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025 | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Take a walk with a knowledgable local guide to explore Downtown Pittsburgh's architecture, history and culture. READ MORE
Family,
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation,
Tours
Bike the Burgh - Beauty of the Burgh Tour
Jan 1, 2025 - Dec 22, 2025 | 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
This tour is perfect if you are new to the city and you would like to see the most interesting spots of Pittsburgh! READ MORE
Community,
Free event,
Outdoor,
PDP Events,
Shopping
Farmers Market in PPG Plaza
May 15, 2025 - Sep 25, 2025 | 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Join us for the 21st season of the Farmers Market in Downtown Pittsburgh! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Nightlife
Got Rights?
Aug 21, 2025 - Dec 18, 2025 | 9:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Arcade Comedy Theater presents Got Rights? - a monthly comedy open mic that celebrates and centers comedy from queer individuals, women, and femmes! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Michael Misko in "I Laugh in the Face of Magic"
Aug 15, 2025 - Nov 1, 2025
Prepare to laugh 'til it hurts and question reality in the best way possible—Michael's comedy magic show is anything but ordinary. READ MORE
Community,
Entertainment,
Tours
Comedy Bus
Aug 9, 2025 - Sep 6, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Join the Burgh Bus for these weekly, one-of-a-kind rides hosted by local comedians! READ MORE
Sports + Recreation,
Workshops & Classes
Beginner Bachata Bootcamp
Aug 7, 2025 - Sep 11, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
If you have NEVER danced bachata before, or have very little experience dancing bachata, this is where you start. READ MORE
Sports + Recreation,
Workshops & Classes
Beginner Salsa Bootcamp
Aug 7, 2025 - Sep 11, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
If you have NEVER danced salsa before, or have very little experience dancing salsa, this is where you start! READ MORE
Community,
Free event,
Tours
Visit the Old Allegheny County Jail and Museum
Aug 4, 2025 - Nov 24, 2025 | 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Open all year on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month except on Court holidays. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Sports + Recreation,
Workshops & Classes
COMP/TECH Competition & Technique Training Fall Semester
Aug 3, 2025 - Nov 30, 2025 | 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Even if you have ZERO interest in competing or performing, this will help take your social dancing to the next level! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Family,
Free event,
Outdoor,
PDP Events,
Sports + Recreation,
Workshops & Classes
Steel in the City
Jul 31, 2025 - Aug 31, 2025 | 6:00 am - 12:00 am
Learn how to play music together through this free interactive community workshop! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Family
Mr. Messado's School of Magic for the Young and Young at Heart Skip to get tickets
Jul 27, 2025 - Aug 17, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Join superstar magician Mr. Messado for his new astonishing play, bringing a fresh new take on the age-old art of prestidigitation. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family,
Outdoor
Gateway Clipper Fleet Captains Dinner
Jul 26, 2025 - Nov 29, 2025 | 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Captain’s Dinner Cruise & Tour The Gateway Clipper’s Signature Dinner Cruise & Tour READ MORE
Community,
Free event,
Workshops & Classes
Let's Speak English
Jul 25, 2025 - Sep 26, 2025 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Join the Carnegie Library Downtown to practice your English-speaking skills! READ MORE
Sports + Recreation,
Workshops & Classes
Summer Hustle: Latin Intensive
Jul 22, 2025 - Aug 26, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Dive into Latin Hustle with a 6-week intensive course designed to build your skills step-by-step—from foundational timing to social-ready moves. READ MORE
Community,
Music,
Nightlife,
Outdoor
Throwback Moonlight Dance Cruise
Jul 11, 2025 - Sep 26, 2025 | 9:30 pm - 12:00 am
Enjoy a Friday Night Party Cruise on Pittsburgh’s Three Rivers with the Gateway Clipper! READ MORE
Community,
Entertainment,
Outdoor
BBQ Lock and Dam Dinner Cruise & Tour
Jul 10, 2025 - Oct 30, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Come aboard a classic Pittsburgh dining and sightseeing cruise that is fun and exciting for the entire family! Enjoy our BBQ Buffet, passage through a Lock and Dam, music, and the beautiful sights of the Three Rivers! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Lee Terbosic in In Plain Sleight
Jul 10, 2025 - Aug 9, 2025
Lee Terbosic astounds audiences with his quick wit, masterful sleight of hand, and uncanny ability for mind reading! READ MORE
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation,
Tours
Bikes & Brews Tour
Jun 28, 2025 - Dec 28, 2025 | 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
Entertainment
5-Minutes or Bust
Jun 26, 2025 - Aug 28, 2025 | 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Five Minutes or Bust is a consensual comedy show where each comedian has a chance to shoot their shot and try to last a full five minutes on stage. READ MORE
Free event,
Music,
Outdoor,
PDP Events
Wind-Down Wednesdays
Jun 11, 2025 - Sep 10, 2025 | 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Wind-down with free weekly programming on Wednesday evenings including a rotating calendar of Bingo, Trivia, Karaoke, and Jam Nights. READ MORE
Arts + Culture
Eyes On the Point Exhibit
May 22, 2025 - Aug 29, 2025 | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Explore Pittsburgh’s transformation in the 1950s through the lens of Glenn Davis—an artist and accountant who captured the city’s shift from demolition to modern design. READ MORE
Arts + Culture
Eyes On the Point Exhibit
May 17, 2025 - Aug 30, 2025 | 10:00 am - 4:00 am
Explore Pittsburgh’s transformation in the 1950s through the lens of Glenn Davis—an artist and accountant who captured the city’s shift from demolition to modern design. READ MORE
Community,
Entertainment,
Free event,
Outdoor,
PDP Events,
Sports + Recreation,
Workshops & Classes
Yoga in the Square – PPG Plaza Edition!
May 11, 2025 - Oct 14, 2025 | 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Yoga in the Square is back for the 2025 season – in a new location! Relax and unwind in PPG Plaza with our free, weekly yoga classes. READ MORE
Free event,
PDP Events,
Sports + Recreation
Yoga in the Square - PPG Plaza Edition!
May 11, 2025 - Oct 12, 2025 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Yoga in the Square is back for the 2025 season – in a new location! Relax and unwind in PPG Plaza with our free, weekly yoga classes. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Family,
Free event,
Music,
Outdoor,
PDP Events
Mellon Lunchtime Concerts
May 11, 2025 - Oct 31, 2025 | 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Enjoy live performances all week long with daily lunchtime concerts, Sunday through Saturday. Stop by Tuesday through Thursday to grab a bite from rotating food vendors! READ MORE
Tours
Captain's Dinner Cruise & Tour
May 3, 2025 - Nov 29, 2025 | 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Looking for a fun and unique evening out in Pittsburgh? Come aboard our Captain’s Dinner Cruise & Tour for a fabulous dinner, music and dancing and fabulous views of the city skyline! Bring a date, a group of friends, or the whole family and just have fun out on the water in Pittsburgh! READ MORE
Entertainment,
Tours
Skyline Dinner Cruise
Apr 25, 2025 - Oct 24, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
The weekend is the time to relax, unwind, and have fun! Join the Gateway Clipper crew out on the water aboard our Sunset Dinner Cruise. Sailing Friday evenings, this cruise features the fabulous sunset dinner buffet with delicious hometown favorites, music, and the beautiful sunset on the Three Rivers. Bring family, friends, colleagues, or that special someone and just enjoy yourself out on the river this weekend! READ MORE
Tours
Black & Gold Sports History Tour
Apr 13, 2025 - Dec 28, 2025 | 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
The perfect walking tour for sports fans! READ MORE
Entertainment,
Tours
Three Rivers Sightseeing Cruise
Apr 5, 2025 - Nov 1, 2025
The only way to see the City of Pittsburgh and truly learn about her past, present and future is aboard one of the Gateway Clipper's Sightseeing Cruises. READ MORE
Outdoor,
Tours
Whiskey Rebellion & Prohibition Tour
Apr 5, 2025 - Nov 30, 2025 | 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Join Walk the Burgh for their cocktail tour! From the mill to the still, whiskey has been a cornerstone in Pittsburgh's history. Come downtown for the whiskey tour where you will discover how whiskey has fueled political, labor and social movements throughout the region. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Nightlife,
Tours
Comedy Bus Tour
Jan 31, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Get ready for a sightseeing tour like no other! Hop aboard the Burgh Bus where the laughter never stops. Enjoy stunning skyline views and hilarious local comedians! READ MORE
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