Events

Name: Downtown Pittsburgh
Address: Pittsburgh, PA

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

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September 2019

October 2019

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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

Entertainment

The BIG Bash

Sep 28, 2019 | 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Our 2019 signature event, The BIG Bash, promises to be a captivating evening of inspiration and celebration. Partygoers will dance the night away while enjoying cocktails and delicious bites, an expansive silent auction, and few special surprises. This party is not to be missed! Last year’s event was a huge success thanks to notable sponsors, partners, and more than 550 guests in attendance. READ MORE

Family,

Sports + Recreation

Dollar Bank Junior Great Race

Sep 28, 2019 | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Enjoy fun and fitness at the Dollar Bank Junior Great Race! Parents can join their kids ages 12 and younger for the Family Fun Run or cheer on little ones in the Tot Trot and Diaper Dash. READ MORE

Sports + Recreation

Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC vs Indy Eleven

Sep 28, 2019 | 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm

The Pittsburgh Riverhounds continue on their quest of a USL Championship. The 'Hounds face-off against their USL rival that will have ramifications on the October playoffs. READ MORE

Sports + Recreation

Penguins vs. Buffalo

Sep 28, 2019 | 4:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Free Game for Kids. READ MORE

Sports + Recreation

Pitt Panthers vs. Delaware Blue Hens

Sep 28, 2019

The Panthers take on the Blue Hens (Time TBD) READ MORE

Sports + Recreation

Riverhounds SC vs. Indy Eleven

Sep 28, 2019 | 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC battles Indy Eleven READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Community,

Family,

Festival,

Shopping

RADical Day at Contemporary Craft

Sep 28, 2019 | 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

The most RADical Days of it all! Contemporary Craft is moving! You are invited to Contemporary Craft’s RADical Day on Saturday, September 28 to celebrate its 33 years in the Produce Terminal at the “Farewell Party”. Unleash your creativity and draw on the gallery walls, treasure hunt in the Garage Sale/Giveaway, transform exhibition postcards into woven paper coasters (11AM – 2PM), and more. READ MORE

Entertainment

Looney Tunes Marathon

Sep 28, 2019 - Sep 29, 2019 | 12:00 pm - 12:00 am

Eh, what’s up, doc? Relive the glory of the golden age of American animation as we present eight of your favorite Looney Tunes cartoon classics, featuring Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Elmer Fudd, and others. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment

Sum of Its Parts: The Possible 4 ft. Ilya Kaminsky, Tarfia Faizullah, & Franny Choi

Sep 28, 2019 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Join us for an installment of our monthlong Jazz Poetry Festival! “Sum of Its Parts” will feature brand new sets and soloist showcases from The Possible 4. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Community,

Entertainment

Mystery Science Theater 3000 LIVE: The Great Cheesy Movie Circus Tour

Sep 28, 2019 | 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm

The hilarious Peabody Award-winning hit TV comedy is coming to Pittsburgh with an all-new Mystery Science Theater 3000 Live: The Great Cheesy Movie Circus Tour! READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment

STAND-UP WORKSHOP: Eddie Brill

Sep 28, 2019 | 10:30 am - 5:00 pm

1-Day Stand-Up Comedy Bootcamp READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment

Knights of the Arcade: Epic D&D Comedy

Sep 28, 2019

A LIVE D&D COMEDY SHOW WHERE YOU CHOOSE THE ADVENTURE READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment

Mini Dungeon

Sep 28, 2019 | 10:00 pm - 11:30 pm

A comedy variety show from Mini Dungeon! READ MORE

Arts + Culture

"Boat Trip" at Wood Street Galleries

Sep 27, 2019 - Dec 31, 2019

"Boat Trip" investigates recent artist projects, installations, and videos related to the fast disappearing Arctic Circle. READ MORE

Sports + Recreation

Pittsburgh Pirates vs Cincinnati Reds

Sep 27, 2019 - Sep 29, 2019

The Pirates take on the Reds. READ MORE

Entertainment

Dial M for Murder 3D

Sep 27, 2019 - Sep 29, 2019 | 12:00 pm - 12:00 am

Is this the man she was waiting for…or the man who was waiting for her? READ MORE

Entertainment

Rear Window – 2K Restoration

Sep 27, 2019 - Sep 29, 2019 | 12:00 pm - 12:00 am

Seeing isn’t always believing. Experience the essential Alfred Hitchcock classic, Rear Window, newly restored in 2K resolution, and feel the suspense like never before. READ MORE

Convention,

Sports + Recreation

GREAT RACE EXPO

Sep 27, 2019 - Sep 28, 2019 | 11:00 am - 5:00 pm

The Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield Great Race Expo offers something for everyone, including product sampling, health screenings, demonstrations and discounted sporting good sales. READ MORE

Arts + Culture

"A Few Good Men" at Pittsburgh Public Theater

Sep 12, 2019 - Oct 13, 2019

Set in 1986, this play introduced Aaron Sorkin’s sharp dialogue and irresistible wit to the world before he went on to create TV’s “The West Wing,” the film Steve Jobs, and, most recently, a new adaptation of To Kill a Mockingbird for Broadway. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Family

Early Learning

Sep 10, 2019 - Sep 29, 2019

This program is an hour of hands-on activities that explore the fascinating world of science and technology. Come experiment, tinker and discover with the Children's Museum! READ MORE

Arts + Culture

"Mutant Media" at SPACE

Aug 23, 2019 - Nov 11, 2019

An exhibition of American artists working within the DIY aesthetic at SPACE gallery. READ MORE

Arts + Culture

"Fine Print" at 707 Penn Gallery

Jul 26, 2019 - Sep 29, 2019

What makes screenprinting cool or important? You’ll find the answers here in this exhibit. The works are unified through the medium itself – one that is vast in its potential function, aesthetic sensibility, and messaging. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment

Comedian Eddie Brill

Sep 27, 2019 - Sep 28, 2019

From the Late Show to Pittsburgh! READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment

Liberty Magic: Dennis Watkins in THE MAGIC PARLOUR

Sep 11, 2019 - Sep 29, 2019

Award-winning, third-generation magician Dennis Watkins brings an evening of sophisticated sorcery to Liberty Magic, direct from Chicago! READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment,

Family

Disney's The Lion King

Sep 4, 2019 - Sep 29, 2019

Experience the phenomenon of Disney’s THE LION KING when Pittsburgh’s best-loved musical makes a triumphant return to the Benedum Center following its record-breaking 2013 engagement! READ MORE

Arts + Culture

Crafting Conversations: A Call and Response to Our Changing Climate through Art

Sep 1, 2019 - Jan 15, 2020 | 6:00 am - 12:00 am

Curated by Katy DeMent and Ann Rosenthal, the exhibiting artworks are organized thematically, addressing issues related to climate change through craft, while posing literal questions for the public to ponder. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Family

Studio

Sep 1, 2019 - Sep 28, 2019

Hosted by the Children's Museum, explore composition, color, art, and more. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Family,

Tours

Best of the Burgh Walking Tour

Jul 18, 2019 - Dec 31, 2019 | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Daily Downtown walking tour: Come join and explore the heart of Downtown Pittsburgh! Walk by and into must-see cultural and historical landmarks as well as iconic buildings. READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Tours

Walk the Burgh Tour

Jun 1, 2019 - Dec 31, 2019 | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Historical 2-hour walking tours through various neighborhoods of the city READ MORE

Family,

Sports + Recreation,

Tours

Bike the Burgh Tour

Apr 1, 2019 - Dec 31, 2019 | 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Historical city bike tour through various neighborhoods of the city READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Entertainment

Penny Arcade: All Ages Comedy Show

Sep 14, 2019 - Sep 28, 2019

A Comedy Show for the Whole Family! READ MORE

Entertainment,

Nightlife

Live Music at NOLA on the Square

Sep 6, 2019 - Sep 28, 2019

Free live music Fridays and Saturdays READ MORE

Arts + Culture,

Community,

Market Square,

Shopping

Night Market

May 18, 2019 - Oct 26, 2019 | 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. Clothing, furniture, candles, food, drinks, and more are exhibited in this weekly series. READ MORE

Entertainment,

Tours

Haunted Pittsburgh Downtown Walking Tour

May 18, 2019 - Nov 10, 2019 | 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Haunted Pittsburgh is the curator of Pittsburgh's nightmares and all things that go bump in the night. Join us for a spine-tingling ghost tour of one of America's most haunted cities. READ MORE