Saturday in the Square – The Season Send-Off

Join us for a festive farewell to Aurora on Saturday, December 28th, with a day full of holiday cheer and entertainment!

• Enjoy a live Holiday Songwriter Showcase featuring Dave Shepherd, Tyler-James Kelly with Jess Powers, and more.
• Warm up with free hot cocoa at the Mellon Square Hot Cocoa Cart, courtesy of the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy.
• Explore seasonal pop-up surprises from Mellon Square District restaurants.
• Delight in an uplifting performance from the legendary Derek Tynes Gospel Singers during the evening’s finale.

Although programming concludes on December 28th, Aurora will remain lit through the New Year, with its final display scheduled for January 10th, 2025.

Schedule for December 28th:

• Time TBD: Caricatures by Jack
• Time TBD: Holiday Songwriter Showcase with Dave Shepherd, Tyler-James Kelly, Jess Powers, and more
• 7:00 PM: Derek Tynes Gospel Singers

Special Holiday Highlights:

• Holly Trolley Extended Hours: Ride from 1:00 PM–8:30 PM.
• Beautifully Lit – A Self-Guided Tour: Pick up a Passport at the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy Information Tent in Mellon Square to experience the magic of downtown Pittsburgh.

Learn more about Aurora!

With the generous support of The Benter Foundation and Eden Hall Foundation, Aurora is set to be the marquee holiday attraction in downtown Pittsburgh, offering a unique blend of art, light, and festive cheer. Additional support for Aurora comes from the Richard King Mellon Foundation.