Events
Events
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September 2022
Arts + Culture,
Festival,
Film & Movies
Dear Tenant
Sep 30, 2022 | 8:30 pm - 12:00 am
University of Pittsburgh’s Asian Studies Center and Film and Media Studies Program are pleased to announce the second annual SCREENSHOT: Asia Film Festival READ MORE
Festival,
Film & Movies
Small, Slow But Steady
Sep 30, 2022 | 6:30 pm - 12:00 am
University of Pittsburgh’s Asian Studies Center and Film and Media Studies Program are pleased to announce the second annual SCREENSHOT: Asia Film Festival READ MORE
Community,
Entertainment,
Nightlife
Knights of the Arcade: Epic D&D Comedy
Sep 30, 2022 | 9:30 pm - 12:00 am
Knights of the Arcade is a monthly RPG-based improv comedy show. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Music
Nick Mason's Saucerful of Secrets
Sep 30, 2022 | 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Nick Mason’s Saucerful of Secrets returns to North America in 2022 offering fans a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience Pink Floyd’s celebrated and significant early body of work. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Online & Virtual Events
Lit Fridays with Mel D. Cole
Sep 30, 2022 | 6:00 pm - 12:00 am
Lit Fridays is a literary-focused, virtual salon presented by the August Wilson African American Cultural Center, featuring conversations and guest performances READ MORE
Entertainment,
Nightlife,
Outdoor
Final Fridays on Rose Way
Sep 30, 2022 | 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Bask in the summer evenings with The Warhol! Join artists, creatives, and entrepreneurs in the newly outfitted Rose Way event space READ MORE
Entertainment,
Music,
Nightlife
Creature Canyon Live at Revel
Sep 29, 2022 | 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
See San Diego based indie/alt band, Creature Canyon with local openers including Quiet Hours and Byron Nash with Jacquea Mae READ MORE
Community,
Free event,
Music,
Outdoor
Mellon Square Block Party
Sep 29, 2022 | 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Join the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy in Mellon Square for a block party you don't want to miss! READ MORE
Community,
Entertainment
Pittsburgh Improv Jam
Sep 29, 2022 | 7:30 pm - 12:00 am
Join the Well Known Strangers as they host the Pittsburgh Improv Jam, a now-monthly jam presented at the Arcade Comedy Theater READ MORE
Music,
Outdoor
Thomas Wendt Quintet
Sep 27, 2022 | 5:00 pm - 12:00 am
Live at the Backyard in the Cultural District READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Free event
Warhol, Club Culture, and the Black Celebrity Image
Sep 25, 2022 | 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
In conjunction with the exhibition "Andy Warhol’s Social Network: ‘Interview,’ Television and Portraits", join The Warhol for a panel conversation moderated by author, music historian and DJ Adrian Loving, featuring legendary New York artist and filmmaker Fab 5 Freddy and Rory Trifon, president of The Estate of Richard Bernstein. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Music,
Outdoor
Rumbón de la Calle
Sep 25, 2022 | 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Join Pittsburgh Creative Corps artist in residence Christiane Dolores as she hosts a series of acoustic musical performances in collaboration with musician Geña. Each performance will be held at Allegheny Landing from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM on the last Sunday of the month, July through September. The performances will be held in the public space/upper terrace of the park, a three minute walk from the Andy Warhol Museum. READ MORE
Sports + Recreation
Pittsburgh Pirates vs Chicago Cubs
Sep 25, 2022 | 1:30 pm - 12:00 am
It's Kids Day! READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family,
Sports + Recreation
Pittsburgh Penguins vs Detroit Red Wings
Sep 25, 2022 | 7:00 pm - 12:00 am
READ MORE
Free event,
Music,
Nightlife,
Outdoor
College Night at the Backyard
Sep 24, 2022
join the Cultural Trust at the Backyard at 8th & Penn for their first-ever College Night back-to-school bash! READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family
Preschool Adventures: Bubble Science
Sep 24, 2022 | 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Carnegie Science Center’s Preschool Adventures are specifically designed around suitable themes for little scientists to cultivate a love for learning and to teach them basic science concepts. READ MORE
Community,
Entertainment
Nebby Neighbors: Block Party
Sep 24, 2022 | 8:00 pm - 12:00 am
Nebby Neighbors is a comedy variety show filled with improv and sketch inspired by Nextdoor. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Nightlife
Barbara, A Mother
Sep 24, 2022 | 9:30 pm - 12:00 am
Dr Pittsburgh presents a night of comedy featuring short-form and long-form improv by independent local teams. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Tours
Dandy Andy: Warhol’s Queer History
Sep 24, 2022 | 3:00 pm - 12:00 am
Join artist educators for Dandy Andy, a monthly tour that focuses on Warhol’s queer history. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Nightlife
Body Music: A Celebration of 80s NY Club Culture
Sep 24, 2022 | 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Join us for the opening celebration of the exhibition Andy Warhol’s Social Network featuring music collective Axel F. and music ranging from Warhol’s days READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Free event,
Music
Body Music: A Celebration of 80s NY Club Culture
Sep 24, 2022 | 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Join The Warhol for the opening celebration of the exhibition "Andy Warhol’s Social Network" featuring music collective Axel F. (DJs Adrian Loving, Jahsonic and Smi) and music ranging from Warhol’s days at Studio 54, Area, The Palladium, Mudd Club and the Paradise Garage. READ MORE
Sports + Recreation
Pittsburgh Pirates vs Chicago Cubs
Sep 24, 2022 | 6:30 pm - 12:00 am
Doug Drabek Cy Young Bobblehead READ MORE
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation
Riverhounds vs Orange County SC
Sep 24, 2022 | 7:00 pm - 12:00 am
READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Sports + Recreation,
Tours
Public Art 5k Tour: Downtown
Sep 24, 2022 | 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Come 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,
Entertainment,
Nightlife
Science After Hours 18+ Night: Black & Gold
Sep 23, 2022 | 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Pittsburgh Sports Fans! Come on dahn and enjoy a night that combines two of your favorite things: science and Pittsburgh sports! READ MORE
Entertainment
Speakeasy at Arcade Comedy
Sep 23, 2022 | 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Speakeasy invites some of Pittsburgh’s funniest storytellers to tell a true story while DJ Fadewell and musician Feralcat along with a full band of local musicians provide a real time soundtrack. READ MORE
Community,
Family,
Market Square,
Shopping
Moonrise Maker Market
Sep 23, 2022 | 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Join Handmade Arcade for its newest outdoor pop-up maker market featuring 30 talented local makers, craftspeople, and artists. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Family,
Nightlife
Fall Gallery Crawl
Sep 23, 2022 | 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm
READ MORE
Entertainment
Mike Birbiglia Live!
Sep 23, 2022 | 7:00 pm - 12:00 am
Mike Birbiglia is a comedian, storyteller, director, producer, and actor who has performed in front of audiences worldwide, from the Sydney Opera House to Carnegie Hall. READ MORE
Nightlife,
Sports + Recreation
Pittsburgh Pirates vs Chicago Cubs
Sep 23, 2022 | 6:30 pm - 12:00 am
Miller Lite Happy Hour READ MORE
Entertainment
Wine Tasting Cruise & Tour
Sep 22, 2022 | 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Looking for a great night out in Pittsburgh? Come aboard a Three Rivers cruise and tour featuring wine, hors d’oeuvres and the great company of friends on a Thursday Evening! READ MORE
Sports + Recreation
Pittsburgh Pirates vs Chicago Cubs
Sep 22, 2022
Sugardale Dollar Dog Night READ MORE
Community,
Free event,
Online & Virtual Events
Webinar: Bringing Pennsylvania Recycling into the 21st Century
Sep 21, 2022 | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
READ MORE
Music,
Nightlife
Big 104.7 Next Big Thing Concert with Dillon Carmichael
Sep 21, 2022 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
It’s a BIG Country Night out on the water the Three Rivers with great music, cool drinks and great views of Pittsburgh! READ MORE
Music,
Nightlife
Sound Series: Haley Heynderickx and The Westerlies with special guest Illegal Son
Sep 21, 2022 | 8:00 pm - 12:00 am
The Andy Warhol Museum welcomes Portland, Oregon-based folk singer/songwriter Haley Heynderickx for the first time on a tour supporting her debut album, I Need to Start a Garden READ MORE
Entertainment,
Music
FINAL FANTASY 35th Anniversary Distant Worlds: music from FINAL FANTASY Coral
Sep 20, 2022 | 7:30 pm - 12:00 am
The producers of Distant Worlds: music from FINAL FANTASY are proud to present a new orchestra concert experience: FINAL FANTASY 35th Anniversary Distant Worlds: music from FINAL FANTASY Coral. READ MORE
Music,
Outdoor
Roger Humphries + RH Factor
Sep 20, 2022 | 5:00 pm - 12:00 am
See local jazz icon Roger Humphries live at the Backyard READ MORE
Community,
Family
Sensory Friendly Mornings
Sep 19, 2022 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Explore the National Aviary during a sensory inclusive morning designed for all visitors to make the most of their Aviary experience. READ MORE
Music
Stephen Schwartz & Friends
Sep 19, 2022 | 7:30 pm - 12:00 am
See Stephen Schwatrz, Debbie Gravitte, Scott Coulter, and Michael McCorry Rose READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family
Princess & Superhero Cruise & Tour
Sep 18, 2022 | 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Bring your little princesses and your tough little superheroes and have a blast with the entire family! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Family,
Festival
Oktoberfest Brunch
Sep 18, 2022 | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Welcome the start of the fall season and revel in delectable German cuisine prepared by Chef Josef Karst of Atria’s Specialty Catering. READ MORE
Community
Hello Neighbor Home Sweet Home 2022
Sep 18, 2022 | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join Hello Neighbor for a plated dinner, amazing entertainment, and incredible honorees at their signature annual fundraiser READ MORE
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation
Pittsburgh Steelers vs New England Patriots
Sep 18, 2022 | 1:00 pm - 12:00 am
READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family,
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation
Mystery N Mayhem 5K - Pittsburgh
Sep 18, 2022 | 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fun with Friends & Family! Mystery Solving, Adventurous Scavenger Hunt! READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family,
Tours
Family Adventures - Go With The Flow
Sep 17, 2022 | 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Join Carnegie Science Center instructors on a special tour of exhibits, followed with hands-on activities and experiments fit for the whole family! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Frankly Scarlett: All Made Up
Sep 17, 2022 | 8:00 pm - 12:00 am
Frankly Scarlett presents a fun and interactive night of improv with an amazing cast! READ MORE
Entertainment,
Free event
Lads and Ladies of the Night: Stand-Up Show
Sep 17, 2022 | 9:30 pm - 12:00 am
Join Kayleigh Dumas and friends for some late-night reverie. Plus, see the show for free as a part of RADical Days READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community
Introduction to Appreciating Birds
Sep 17, 2022 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Join the National Aviary to learn about birds and what makes them so special with this exciting program. READ MORE
Family,
Workshops & Classes
Producing and Directing Theatre for Students
Sep 17, 2022 | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
This workshop will provide instruction for all levels of directing and producing a high school or middle school theatrical productions: from choosing the right script for your students to analyzing scripts, blocking, and coaching actors and everything in between. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family,
Workshops & Classes
Traditional West African Folklore
Sep 17, 2022 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
This workshop will focus on learning traditional music, culture, and history of the Malian Empire of West Africa through drumming, song, storytelling, and visual arts activities. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Sports + Recreation
On2 Salsa for On1 Dancers
Sep 17, 2022 | 4:30 pm - 12:00 am
Take the afternoon to learn “New York Style” On2 Salsa with Vincent & Rachel from CrossBody Dance + Movement READ MORE
Community
The BIG Bash
Sep 17, 2022 | 7:30 pm - 11:00 pm
Join Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Pittsburgh at The BIG Bash 2022! Attendees will dance the night away while enjoying cocktails, delicious bites, an expansive silent auction, and a few special surprises! READ MORE
Film & Movies,
Music,
Nightlife,
Outdoor
11th Annual James Bond Soiree
Sep 17, 2022 | 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Join Pittsburgh Fashion Week and the Global Bond Society for an 11th consecutive year of this internationally recognized event that celebrates the luxury lifestyle of James Bond, through an experience of intrigue, high-profile networking, and curated entertainment, while benefitting Animal Friends. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Workshops & Classes
Self Portraits as Family Albums
Sep 17, 2022 | 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
This workshop will explore the ways that everyone is influenced by the people and places they’ve come from—all “born with a prologue of references.” READ MORE
Festival,
Film & Movies
Three Stooges Festival
Sep 17, 2022 | 7:30 pm - 12:00 am
Pittsburgh has always loved the Three Stooges and now they're back where they belong, on the big screen! READ MORE
Tours
North Shore 5k Tour
Sep 17, 2022 | 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 with Pittsburgh Running Tours. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community
Symphony of Bridges Gala
Sep 17, 2022 | 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Celebrate our Opening Night Gala with one of the most celebrated violinists of our time. READ MORE
Community,
Family
Introduction to Appreciating Birds
Sep 17, 2022 | 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Join the National Aviary to learn about birds and what makes them so special with this exciting program. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Nightlife
Bracket Night: Best Reality TV Show
Sep 16, 2022 | 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Bracket Night @ Arcade returns for its monthly show where the audience and panelists get to decide the BEST of a pop culture topic. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Tours
Downtown Walking Tour: Grant Street (from Sixth to Fourth Avenues)
Sep 16, 2022 | 10:00 am - 11:30 pm
Learn the history around Grant Street from the Pittsburgh History & Landmarks Foundation READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Bracket Night
Sep 16, 2022 | 8:00 pm - 12:00 am
Bracket Night at Arcade Comedy returns with interactive game show where the audience and panelists get to decide the BEST STUFF. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Nightlife
BBQ Comedy Show
Sep 16, 2022 | 9:30 pm - 12:00 am
Join Aarik Nesby at the BBQ — it’s a hot new stand-up comedy show at Arcade Comedy Theater READ MORE
Family,
Music,
Outdoor
Elton John: Farewell Yellow Brick Road - The Final Tour
Sep 16, 2022
READ MORE
Festival,
Music
Ron Carter Foursight + Taste of Jazz
Sep 16, 2022 | 8:00 pm - 12:00 am
The August Wilson African American Cultural Center is excited to kick off the 12th Annual Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival at our center, with Ron Carter Foursight and the Opening Night: Taste of Jazz Party. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Festival,
Music,
Nightlife
A Taste of Jazz
Sep 16, 2022 | 9:30 pm - 12:00 am
The August Wilson African American Cultural Center is excited to kick off the 12th Annual Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival at our center with our Opening Night: A Taste of Jazz Party! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Lucky Draw
Sep 15, 2022 | 7:30 pm - 12:00 am
Arcade Comedy Theater mixes up performers with special guests by drawing names out of a hat READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Music,
Nightlife
Sound Series: Nation of Language with special guests Gift
Sep 15, 2022 | 8:00 pm - 12:00 am
The Andy Warhol Museum welcomes the Brooklyn-based synth-pop trio, Nation of Language, on a tour supporting their second full length album, A Way Forward, on Rough Trade. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Family
RADical Day 2022: Andy Warhol Museum
Sep 15, 2022
Featuring FREE admission READ MORE
Arts + Culture
Mai Khoi: The World Premiere of Bad Activist
Sep 15, 2022 | 7:00 pm - 12:00 am
The Pittsburgh Playhouse, Point Park University's Center for Media Innovation and the International Free Expression Project (IFEP) are proud to present the world premiere of the fully realized theatrical production of "Bad Activist" READ MORE
Community
National Kidney Foundation Corporate Monopoly Tournament
Sep 15, 2022 | 5:30 pm - 1:00 pm
The National Kidney Foundation is holding its Monopoly Tournament Fundraiser at the Rivers Casino Ballroom READ MORE
Community
HiringPittsburgh Job Fair
Sep 15, 2022 | 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Hiring Fair at Duquesne Power Center Ballroom READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Festival,
Music
Highmark Blues & Heritage Festival
Sep 14, 2022 - Sep 15, 2022
The Highmark Blues & Heritage Festival (HBHF) is about hope, roots, and the connections that music makes across races, neighborhoods, and beliefs. The August Wilson African American Cultural Center celebrates that diversity and hopes that you will join them in hoping for a more humane TODAY, and a brighter TOMORROW. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Family,
Music,
Nightlife
The 18th Annual Voices Carry
Sep 14, 2022 | 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Voices Carry is a live concert event benefitting the individuals, families, and communities served by Auberle. READ MORE
Community,
Tours
Showboat Luncheon Cruise & Tour
Sep 14, 2022 | 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
All aboard the Gateway Clipper for a grand riverboat tour on the Three Rivers of Pittsburgh! Enjoy the show-stopping, fantastic entertainment and fabulous dining READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Free event
Angie Cruz: How Not to Drown in a Glass of Water
Sep 13, 2022 | 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Angie Cruz visits City of Asylum on launch day for her fourth novel How Not to Drown in a Glass of Water. READ MORE
Sports + Recreation,
Tours
Venture Outdoors Pride Paddle
Sep 13, 2022 | 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Enjoy a pleasant paddle along the Allegheny River with LGBTQIA friends and allies. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Music,
Outdoor
Reggie Watkins Quartet With Orrin Evans
Sep 13, 2022 | 5:00 pm - 12:00 am
Internationally recognized trombonist Reggie Watkins will be playing at the Backyard! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Music
Karim Nagi: Arab Musician and Folklorist
Sep 12, 2022 | 7:30 pm - 1:00 pm
Arab musician and folklorist Karim Nagi opens the season with a concert highlighting Arab musical traditions through his unique blend of performance and storytelling. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Free event,
Online & Virtual Events
Morgan Talty: Night of the Living Rez
Sep 12, 2022 | 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Set in a Native community in Maine, Night of the Living Rez is a riveting debut collection about what it means to be Penobscot in the twenty-first century READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Music
Chamber Music Pittsburgh presents Karim Nagi
Sep 12, 2022
Arab musician and folklorist Karim Nagi brings a concert highlighting Arab musical traditions through his unique blend of performance and storytelling. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Tours
Bridges, Buildings and Architecture of the Three Rivers
Sep 11, 2022
Get a fresh perspective on how Pittsburgh’s iconic skyscrapers and bridges came to be during this exclusive 90-minute boat cruise with DOORS OPEN Pittsburgh. READ MORE
Community,
Free event,
Music
American Sufi Music Project
Sep 11, 2022 | 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
The American Sufi Music Project is an exploration and celebration of the connection between original Sufi compositions and improvised Jazz READ MORE
Community,
Sports + Recreation,
Tours
Bike to the Ballgame
Sep 11, 2022 | 9:30 am - 12:00 am
Peruse the best parts of the city with Bike the Burgh on the way to a ballgame! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community
RADical Days: Fort Pitt Museum
Sep 11, 2022 | 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Enjoy free admission to the Fort Pitt Museum as part of this year’s RADical Days READ MORE
Music,
Tours
Pop Generation: Senior Social
Sep 11, 2022 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
For the generation that inspired Warhol, Pop Generation is a program exclusively for adults, age 65 and over, and features guided tours of The Warhol’s collection and special exhibitions READ MORE
Family,
Sports + Recreation
Pittsburgh Pirates vs St Louis Cardinals
Sep 11, 2022 | 1:30 pm - 12:00 am
It's Kids Day! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Tours
Bridges, Buildings and Architecture of the Three Rivers
Sep 11, 2022 | 11:00 am - 1:30 pm
Get a fresh perspective on how Pittsburgh’s iconic skyscrapers and bridges came to be during this exclusive 90-minute boat cruise with DOORS OPEN Pittsburgh. READ MORE
Family,
Workshops & Classes
Girl Scouts Workshops: Programming Robots
Sep 10, 2022 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Join the Carnegie Science Center to discover how to communicate with robots using algorithms and computer coding. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Free event
Midnight’s Children’s Children: Writers on Salman Rushdie
Sep 10, 2022 | 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Join City of Asylum and fiction writers Amitava Kumar, Kiran Desai, and Suketu Mehta to reflect on Salman’s legacy from his imaginative use of language and joyousness in his fiction READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community
RADical Days: Heinz History Center
Sep 10, 2022 | 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Experience six floors of dynamic exhibitions, including Heinz, Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, and our newest addition, Pittsburgh’s John Kane: The Life & Art of an American Workman, for FREE READ MORE
Music,
Sports + Recreation
ELIAS KHOURI HIGHMARK STADIUM POP UP
Sep 10, 2022 | 7:00 pm - 12:00 am
The August Wilson African American Cultural Center will celebrating the Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival with a Pop Up featuring Elias Khouri at The Highmark Stadium Tailgate Zone READ MORE
Community,
Free event,
Shopping
Primanti's X Steel City Drop
Sep 10, 2022 | 10:00 am - 12:00 am
The “Almost Famous” collection arrives hot & fresh- shop at Steel City Downtown READ MORE
Entertainment
Last Podcast On The Left
Sep 10, 2022 | 8:00 pm - 12:00 am
Whether it's cults, killers, or cryptid encounters, Last Podcast on the Left laughs into the abyss that is the dark side of humanity. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Sports + Recreation
Spins & Styling Workshop
Sep 10, 2022 | 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Join CrossBody Dance + Movement for a workshop all about techniques to improve your spins READ MORE
Family,
Sports + Recreation
Pittsburgh Pirates vs St Louis Cardinals
Sep 10, 2022 | 7:30 pm - 12:00 am
Zambelli Fireworks Night READ MORE
Family,
Shopping,
Sports + Recreation,
Tours
Pirates Firework Paddle
Sep 10, 2022 | 9:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Join Venture Outdoors for a cool night paddle under the city lights on the Allegheny River, plus see the Zambelli Fireworks light up the Pittsburgh skyline after the Pirates game! READ MORE
Tours
Downtown 5k Tour
Sep 10, 2022 | 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 with Pittsburgh Running Tours. READ MORE
Community,
Outdoor,
Tours
Pittsburgh Out of the Darkness Walk
Sep 10, 2022 | 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
The Out of the Darkness Community Walk is a journey of remembrance, hope, and support. It unites our communities and provides an opportunity to acknowledge the ways in which suicide and mental health conditions have affected our lives and the lives of those we love and care about. READ MORE
Community,
Nightlife
Date Night
Sep 9, 2022 | 9:30 pm - 12:00 am
Welcome to Date Night, an intimate night of Improv at Arcade Comedy Theater. READ MORE
Family,
Sports + Recreation
Pittsburgh Pirates vs St Louis Cardinals
Sep 9, 2022 | 6:30 pm - 12:00 am
Free Shirt Friday READ MORE
Entertainment
The Big Queer Improv Show
Sep 9, 2022 | 8:00 pm - 12:00 am
The Big Queer Improv Show celebrates featuring improv by Pittsburgh’s queerest and funniest improvisers. READ MORE
Arts + Culture
Literally So Hot – Artist Talk with Rosabel Rosalind
Sep 9, 2022 | 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
The Pittsburgh Creative Corps invites you to join artist Rosabel Rosalind for a reception for her newest exhibition, Literally So Hot.During the reception, Rosalind will talk about the works in Literally So Hot, followed by a Q & A. Following the artist talk, attendees are invited to explore the exhibition. Refreshments will be provided. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Outdoor,
Tours,
Workshops & Classes
Write the Rivers, North Side
Sep 9, 2022 | 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Interested in exploring Pittsburgh’s rivers this summer? Sometimes they seem to hide in plain sight. We plan to think, write, and walk beside a few. In this guided walk-and-write tour you’ll get outside, explore city neighborhoods, and write creatively. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Tours
Downtown Walking Tour: Market Square
Sep 7, 2022 | 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
See how historic architecture meets recent construction with the Pittsburgh History & Landmarks Foundation READ MORE
Entertainment,
Music
An Evening With Judy Collins
Sep 7, 2022 | 8:00 pm - 12:00 am
See Judy Collins live at the Byham Theater. Plus, see her perform her newest release, Spellbound READ MORE
Music
Anita Levels at The Backyard
Sep 6, 2022 | 5:00 pm - 12:00 am
Anita Levels is a vocal artist, voice influencer, songwriter and producer who began singing at the age of 3 in Frankfurt, West Germany. READ MORE
Arts + Culture
“Finding Relatives in the Forverts” with Michael Morgenstern
Sep 4, 2022 | 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Founded in 1897, the “Forverts” (Jewish Daily Forward) was a leading Yiddish language newspaper in the United States throughout the 20th century. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Sports + Recreation
Pittsburgh Pirates vs Toronto Blue Jays
Sep 4, 2022 | 12:00 pm - 12:00 am
Kids get a free Beanie! READ MORE
Community,
Family,
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation
8th Annual Cornhole Classic Benefitting Veterans Place
Sep 4, 2022 | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
With Heinz Field Kickoff & Rib Fest, join them for a day of fun, competition, food, and more to raise money for ending veteran homelessness! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Family,
Music
Miss Cassidy's Music and Dance Party @ the Backyard at 8th and Penn
Sep 3, 2022 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Join local performer and educator, Miss Cassidy, for an interactive, fun-filled music and dance party for the whole family in the heart of downtown Pittsburgh! READ MORE
Community,
Family,
Festival,
Music,
Outdoor
Pittsburgh, PA Water Lantern Festival
Sep 3, 2022 | 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Pittsburgh, PA Water Lantern Festival is coming up on September 3rd, 2022! READ MORE
Outdoor,
Tours
Riverboat Birding on the Explorer
Sep 3, 2022 | 8:30 am - 11:30 am
Join National Aviary Ornithologist Robert Mulvihill and the Rivers of Steel Explorer boat captain for a birding experience like no other! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Family,
Festival,
Music
Love & Living Music Festival
Sep 3, 2022 | 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
In celebration of TMC's 50th anniversary, you're invited to a family-friendly music festival in the park! READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family,
Sports + Recreation
Pittsburgh Pirates vs Toronto Blue Jays
Sep 3, 2022
Inaugural Hall of Fame Game READ MORE
Music
THE SHINS: Oh, Inverted World - The 21st Birthday Tour
Sep 3, 2022 | 6:30 pm - 12:00 am
READ MORE
Community,
Family,
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation,
Tours
Steelers 5K Run and Walk
Sep 3, 2022
READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Nightlife
Select Start Improv at Arcade Comedy
Sep 2, 2022 | 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Audiences will inspire the performers in interactive games and scenes throughout the show and see their suggestions turn into laughs! READ MORE
Entertainment,
Tours
The Burgh Bus Friday Night Light Show
Sep 2, 2022
Hop aboard Pittsburgh’s one and only transportainment bus with Matt Light READ MORE
Community,
Festival,
Market Square,
Outdoor
A Soulful Taste of The Burgh: Pittsburgh Soul Food Festival
Sep 2, 2022 - Sep 4, 2022 | 11:00 am - 11:00 am
Pittsburgh's Soul Food Fest honors the rich history of culinary, butchery and Black food businesses in Pittsburgh since 1795.Food Vendors from across Western Pennsylvania selling specialized foods along with a BBQ contest, speakers, local and national entertainment and kids activities. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Film & Movies
The Bread, My Sweet
Sep 2, 2022 - Sep 8, 2022
Set in the Italian section of Pittsburgh’s Strip District, The Bread, My Sweet is a love story about what happens when Dominic’s worlds collide. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Nightlife
Kurtis Conner
Sep 2, 2022 | 7:00 pm - 12:00 am
A sell-out performer, podcaster, and global YouTube sensation, Conner is bringing his freshest, funniest material yet to the stage. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family
Pittsburgh Pirates vs Toronto Blue Jays
Sep 2, 2022 | 6:30 pm - 12:00 am
It's free t-shirt Friday! READ MORE
Community,
Family
Hike-A-Thon Presented by UPMC Health Plan
Sep 1, 2022 - Sep 30, 2022
Hike, bike, birdwatch, or explore from wherever you are, and support the National Aviary’s work to save birds and protect their habitats! READ MORE
Community,
Entertainment,
Family,
Music
Best of Laser Floyd at The Carnegie Science Center
Jun 1, 2022 - Sep 5, 2022
Experience Pink Floyd in a show as vibrant and diverse as their entire discography. READ MORE
Convention,
Shopping
Pittsburgh Home & Garden Fall Show
Sep 30, 2022 - Oct 2, 2022
The Pittsburgh Fall Home Show brings you face-to-face with hundreds of local firms – all ready to help you answer the questions and find everything you need for your home. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Music
The Sounds of New Orleans
Sep 30, 2022 - Oct 2, 2022
Celebrate the spirit of The Big Easy with a night of hot, steamy New Orleans jazz. READ MORE
Entertainment
Chris Rock Ego Death World Tour 2022
Sep 26, 2022 - Sep 27, 2022
Chris Rock is one of the world’s most important comedic voices, as well as an award-winning actor, director, producer, and writer. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Music
Symphonie Fantastique
Sep 23, 2022 - Sep 25, 2022
The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra kicks off the season with two drastically different depictions of romance READ MORE
Convention,
Workshops & Classes
2022 Global Clean Energy Action Forum
Sep 21, 2022 - Sep 23, 2022
This global event is a chance for advocates from all corners of the energy community to come together and share their ideas on how to deliver a successful global green transition. READ MORE
Convention,
Workshops & Classes
Eradicate Hate Global Summit 2022
Sep 19, 2022 - Sep 21, 2022
The Eradicate Hate Global Summit is the most comprehensive anti-hate conference in the world. It unites experts and leaders from around the globe, who are dedicated to eradicating all forms of hate-fueled violence. READ MORE
Festival,
Music
Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival
Sep 16, 2022 - Sep 18, 2022
PIJF brings you the best in jazz. World renowned musicians grace the stages as well as new artists to watch. They employ over 140 local musicians every year during the PIJF. READ MORE
Convention,
Workshops & Classes
27th National Tanks Conference & Exposition
Sep 13, 2022 - Sep 15, 2022
NEIWPCC has hosted the National Tanks Conference and Exposition (NTC) for over a decade. The event brings together hundreds of UST/LUST professionals READ MORE
Convention,
Workshops & Classes
ASTC 2022 Annual Conference
Sep 12, 2022 - Sep 15, 2022
The ASTC Annual Conference is one of the premier annual events for science-engagement professionals and leaders in science and technology centers and museums as well as allied organizations across North America and around the world. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Urban Bush Women's "Hair & Other Stories"
Sep 9, 2022 - Sep 10, 2022 | 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Hair & Other Stories is a dance-theater work that reflects on race, identity, and ideas of beauty through the lens of Black women’s hair. READ MORE
Festival,
Film & Movies
ReelAbilities Pittsburgh Film Festival
Sep 7, 2022 - Sep 11, 2022
ReelAbilities Pittsburgh presents award-winning films that promote awareness and appreciation of the lives, stories, and artistic expressions of individuals with disabilities. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Sports + Recreation
Pittsburgh Pirates vs New York Mets
Sep 5, 2022 - Sep 7, 2022
READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family,
Film & Movies
The Blob at Harris Theater
Sep 2, 2022 - Sep 5, 2022
In his debut role as a leading man, a 28-going-on-40 Steve McQueen stars as a teenager trying to make it on Lover’s Lane with his girlfriend (Aneta Corsaut) when a shooting star rudely interrupts by landing nearby. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Festival,
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation
The 2022 Acrisure Stadium Kickoff and Rib Festival
Sep 1, 2022 - Sep 5, 2022
Enjoy 5 days of football, the best ribs in the country, FREE live music and more to celebrate the kickoff of football in Western PA READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Music
Laser Queen at The Carnegie Science Center
Jun 1, 2022 - Sep 5, 2022
The rock will be loud, emotions high, and LASER light bright when they play all the sing-along hits like “Crazy Little Thing Called Love” READ MORE
Family,
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation,
Tours
Beauty of the Burgh Tour
May 4, 2022 - Nov 30, 2022 | 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Join Bike the Burgh while you cruise through the streets of the financial and cultural district, explore the Strip District and check out the North Shore. READ MORE
Tours
Best of the Burgh Tour
Jan 4, 2022 - Dec 31, 2022 | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Walk by and into must-see cultural and historical landmarks as well as iconic buildings with Walk the Burgh READ MORE
Family,
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation,
Tours
Insider Northside Bike Tour
Sep 30, 2022 | 10:30 am - 1:30 pm
Our most Insider Tour! Discover some hidden treasures beyond the Allegheny river and get a good understanding of what the Northside, that is located across Point State Park in Downtown, used to be. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Holidays
Haunted Pittsburgh Cruise & Tour
Sep 30, 2022 - Oct 31, 2022
Hear “true” haunted tales of Pittsburgh as experts provide you with a rich collection of ghost stories and tales that center around the Three Rivers READ MORE
Entertainment,
Tours
The Burgh Bus Friday Night Light Show
Sep 23, 2022 - Oct 31, 2022
Hop aboard Pittsburgh’s one and only transportainment bus with Matt Light READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family
Sunset Dinner Cruise & Tour
Sep 16, 2022 - Nov 18, 2022
Enjoy Fabulous Dining as you cruise & tour Pittsburgh’s Three Rivers! READ MORE
Market Square,
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation
Sunday Salsa in the Square
Sep 11, 2022 - Sep 18, 2022 | 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
New to salsa or bachata? No problem! Crossbody Dance + Movement will show you some quick moves to get you dancing in no time. READ MORE
Community
The Dinner Detective Comedy Murder Mystery Dinner Show
Sep 10, 2022 - Oct 29, 2022 | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Admission includes a full dinner, murder mystery entertainment, a prize package for Top Sleuth, and much more! READ MORE
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation,
Tours
The Inside Northside Tour
Sep 9, 2022 - Sep 30, 2022 | 10:30 am - 12:00 am
Join Bike the Burgh to discover hidden treasures along the North Shore and see unforgettable views of Downtown READ MORE
Outdoor,
Shopping
BOW by Kat Pop-Up at the Backyard
Sep 9, 2022 - Sep 23, 2022 | 4:30 pm - 9:00 pm
The Backyard at 8th & Penn is excited to welcome BOW by Kat — a boutique on wheels in Pittsburgh READ MORE
Entertainment,
Tours
R-Rated Saturday Night Ride on the Burgh Bus
Sep 3, 2022 - Oct 31, 2022
Hop aboard Pittsburgh’s one and only transportainment bus where local comedians will guide yin on a journey through 'tahn. Your black and gold chariot awaits. READ MORE
Family,
Nightlife,
Tours
Sunset Dinner Cruise & Tour
Sep 2, 2022 - Sep 4, 2022
Enjoy Fabulous Dining as you cruise & tour Pittsburgh’s Three Rivers! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Family
The Factory at the Andy Warhol Museum
Sep 2, 2022 - Sep 4, 2022
Visit The Factory, an all-ages hands-on art studio! READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family,
Tours
PG-13 Comedy Bus Tour on the Burgh Bus
Sep 1, 2022 - Oct 31, 2022
Hop aboard Pittsburgh’s one and only transportainment bus where local comedians will guide yin on a journey through 'tahn. Your black and gold chariot awaits. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Free event
Use What You Got at 707 Gallery
Aug 26, 2022 - Nov 20, 2022
USE WHAT YOU GOT is the debut solo-exhibition of works created by atiya jones. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Free event
The Pittsburgh Left at Space Gallery
Aug 26, 2022 - Oct 23, 2022
The Pittsburgh Left is an exhibition of work by eleven artists whose practice is intrinsically connected to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Sports + Recreation
Zouk Practica
Aug 16, 2022 - Sep 13, 2022
Join CrossBody Dance + Movement on Tuesdays for a free Zouk practica from 8:30-10:30! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Nightlife,
Workshops & Classes
Latin Thursdays at Crossbody Dance + Movement
Aug 11, 2022 - Dec 29, 2022 | 9:00 pm - 1:00 am
Join Crossbody for a mix of Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba & Zouk! READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family
Liberty Magic: Guy Hollingworth in THE EXPERT AT THE CARD TABLE
Aug 10, 2022 - Oct 2, 2022
Concentrate as you may, those hands are too darned quick. A full-time barrister practicing intellectual property law, Guy Hollingworth has become world famous for his night job! READ MORE
Entertainment,
Music,
Outdoor
Summer at the Square
Aug 10, 2022 - Sep 29, 2022 | 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
In the heart of downtown Pittsburgh lies Mellon Square, a magnificent green space, and the perfect place to step outside for a lunch break! READ MORE
Music,
Nightlife,
Tours
Moonlight Cruise on the Gateway Clipper
Aug 5, 2022 - Sep 30, 2022 | 11:00 pm - 12:30 am
It’s time to party out on the water every Friday night this summer! DJ ROC is back on the boat with a mix of the best of today’s urban hits, hip-hop, rap, R&B, and old school jams. And enjoy a free Tex Mex buffet! READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family,
Outdoor
Gateway Clipper Fleet Chicken & Ribs Lock & Dam Dinner Cruise & Tour
Aug 4, 2022 - Oct 20, 2022 | 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Chicken & Ribs Lock & Dam Cruise & Tour BBQ, Music, & Beautiful Sights! READ MORE
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation
Tri-Anglers – Free Lunch Time Fishing
Aug 3, 2022 - Sep 30, 2022 | 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Join Venture Outdoors each Wednesday in the summer months for this free Downtown fishing tradition that has been running for over 20 years! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Family,
Outdoor,
Tours
Pittsburgh's Drunken History Walking Tours
Jul 30, 2022 - Oct 31, 2022 | 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Join us for a fun, family-friendly tour to learn about Pittsburgh's boozy past with the help of a few characters along the way! READ MORE
Community,
Market Square,
Shopping
The Saturday Night Market
Jul 23, 2022 - Oct 29, 2022 | 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Experience Market Square with live entertainment, vendors, and delicious food! READ MORE
Tours
Yinzers and Jagoffs Long Lost Pittsburgh History Tour (from the folks behind Haunted Pittsburgh)
Jul 23, 2022 - Sep 24, 2022
A jaw-dropping, hilarious walking tour into Pittsburgh's true but astounding and largely unknown past--the Steel City's story as you've never heard it. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Free event
Supply and Demand at Wood St Galleries
Jul 22, 2022 - Nov 20, 2022
Supply and Demand by artist Ian Brill, is an interstitial navigation between beauty, the sublime, and the picturesque. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment,
Free event
Traveling Show
Jul 1, 2022 - Sep 12, 2022
The artworks in Renee Piechocki’s exhibition Traveling Show are a multi-compilation of work including photographs, video, and books created during or in response to her travel journeys from 2018 and 2019 while living abroad READ MORE
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation,
Workshops & Classes
Yoga In the Backyard
Jun 25, 2022 - Sep 24, 2022 | 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Start your weekends this summer with free, creative outdoor yoga classes with the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust! READ MORE
Entertainment,
Tours
Haunted Pittsburgh Downtown Walking Tour
Jun 17, 2022 - Nov 6, 2022 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Join Haunted Pittsburgh for a spine-tingling, outdoor, walking ghost tour of one of America's most haunted cities. READ MORE
Outdoor,
Tours
SIMPLY STEPS: A CITY STEPS TOUR
Jun 12, 2022 - Nov 27, 2022 | 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
An Insider Tour! While Pittsburgh is commonly known as the "City of Bridges," it also tops the charts in the number of public city steps. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Music,
Nightlife
Steel Garden
Jun 2, 2022 - Sep 30, 2022 | 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Enjoy live music, craft beer, food trucks and more with Brew Gentlemen READ MORE
Community,
Outdoor
Office Retreat on Grant Street
Jun 2, 2022 - Sep 30, 2022 | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Book your next meeting at one of three beautifully designed and curated outdoor spaces in the U.S. Steel Plaza on Grant Street. READ MORE
Sports + Recreation,
Tours
Bikes & Brews Tour
May 29, 2022 - Nov 27, 2022 | 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Join Bike the Burgh for a ride around the historic districts of Deutschtown, Millvale, Lawrenceville, and the Strip District, as we visit 5 of Pittsburgh's favorite local breweries and learn about the past, present, and future of beer making in Pittsburgh, with an emphasis on how beer figures into the diverse communities of the Steel City. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family
Mr. Messado's SCHOOL OF MAGIC FOR THE YOUNG AND YOUNG AT HEART
May 22, 2022 - Sep 25, 2022
Join superstar magician Mr. Messado for his new astonishing play designed exclusively for Liberty Magic. This 60 minute spectacular, featuring a combination of stunning magic and clean comedy, is full of interactive wonder. READ MORE
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation,
Tours
Black & Gold Sunset Tour
May 12, 2022 - Oct 16, 2022 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Golden, squared—it’s our Best of the Burgh Tour around Pittsburgh’s Golden Triangle during the golden hour! READ MORE
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation,
Workshops & Classes
Yoga in the Square
May 4, 2022 - Oct 31, 2022
Pittsburgh’s favorite public yoga series brings some of the city’s best instructors into Downtown for two weekly classes held in the middle of picturesque Market Square. READ MORE
Tours
Captain's Dinner Cruise
Apr 2, 2022 - Oct 31, 2022 | 6:30 pm - 12:00 am
Looking for a fun and unique evening out in Pittsburgh? Join the Gateway Clipper for a great dinner, music and fabulous views of the city skyline! READ MORE
Tours
Whiskey Walking Tour
Jan 3, 2022 - Oct 29, 2022 | 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Love whiskey? Walking? Pittsburgh? This sounds like the Walk the Burgh tour for you! READ MORE
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