Events
Events
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April
Arts + Culture,
Film & Movies
Pittsburgh Sound + Image Presents: An Evening with Bill Brand
Apr 16, 2026
For the first time in over 50 years, multi-disciplinary artist Bill Brand returns to Pittsburgh to share his work. READ MORE
Sports + Recreation
Pirates vs. Nationals
Apr 16, 2026 | 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Watch the Pittsburgh Pirates take on the Nationals at PNC Park! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community
Intermission: An Artful Networking Series
Apr 16, 2026 | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Drink. Dine. Dance. Decompress. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Music,
Workshops & Classes
Estill Voiceprint™ Launch (Workshop + Party)
Apr 17, 2026 | 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Celebrate World Voice Day in downtown Pittsburgh with the launch of Estill Voiceprint™, a new browser-based voice analysis tool developed by Pittsburgh-based Estill Voice International in collaboration with a local software development team. This special two-part event includes a voice training course at the Pittsburgh CLO Academy and a launch celebration at Howl at the Moon, featuring live demonstrations, music, and community connection. READ MORE
Sports + Recreation
Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Rays
Apr 17, 2026 | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Watch the Pittsburgh Pirates take on the Rays at PNC Park! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Music
The Magic of Motown
Apr 17, 2026 | 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
This highly-acclaimed show features all of your favorite hits! Hailed by critics and audiences alike, it has established a reputation as being "the #1 Motown show in the country." It is quite simply, "more than two hours of Detroit city magic!" READ MORE
Community
Draft Day Happy Hour with SoftLedger
Apr 17, 2026 | 2:30 pm - 6:00 pm
SoftLedger is hosting an NFL Draft Happy Hour to kick off the weekend with great drinks, great company, and exciting raffle prizes. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Free event
Fourth Annual Martin R. Delany Symposium
Apr 18, 2026 | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Join the African American Program for the Fourth Annual Martin R. Delany Symposium: Organizing and Activism. READ MORE
Sports + Recreation
Pittsburgh Riverhounds vs. Detroit City FC
Apr 18, 2026 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Watch the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC take on Detroit City FC in an exciting USL Championship matchup at Highmark Stadium. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community
TAARi The African Experience
Apr 18, 2026 | 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Guests are invited to the TAARi Legacy Impact Gala, an inspiring evening celebrating the culture, excellence, and influential leaders shaping the future of the African diaspora. READ MORE
Sports + Recreation
Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Rays
Apr 18, 2026
Watch the Pittsburgh Pirates take on the Rays at PNC Park! READ MORE
Entertainment
David Spade: I Got A Feel For It
Apr 18, 2026 | 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Catch comedian David Spade live as he brings his sharp wit and iconic humor to the stage for a night of stand-up entertainment. READ MORE
Workshops & Classes
Read to Dream Experience
Apr 18, 2026 | 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
The Read to Dream Experience brings families together to explore how books help children imagine, reflect, and dream. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family,
Music
Sing, Dance, Play!
Apr 18, 2026 | 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
What happens when you mix a cuddly cat, a stage full of musicians, and your favorite songs from movies, musicals, and TV? You get Sing, Dance, Play! a concert full of imagination and fun! READ MORE
Entertainment,
Family
Hare & Tortoise
Apr 19, 2026
Two unlikely friends, the Hare and the Tortoise, meet for the greatest race on earth! A race with a nail-biting, seconds-ticking, medal winning-end, that will determine who is the quickest of all - the excitable Hare or the wise Tortoise. Ready? Steady? It's time to GO! READ MORE
Sports + Recreation,
Tours
Acrisure Stadium On-the-Clock Tours
Mar 18, 2026 - Apr 19, 2026
The exclusive On-The-Clock tour is a guided, behind-the-scenes experience featuring a stadium walkthrough and includes exclusive access to the Steelers Hall of Honor Museum! READ MORE
Sports + Recreation
Pirates vs. Rays
Apr 19, 2026
Watch the Pittsburgh Pirates take on the Rays at PNC Park! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Music
Tropical Rock
Apr 17, 2026 - Apr 19, 2026
Jimmy Buffett, Bob Marley, Van Morrison, The Beach Boys... celebrate the vibe, the breeze, and the legendary tropical songs and timeless hits of these sun-soaked artists and more as they are brought to life by the PSO and celebrated vocalists. READ MORE
Sports + Recreation
Hoop Group Jam Fest
Apr 17, 2026 - Apr 19, 2026
Pittsburgh is thrilled to welcome back Hoop Group for their annual Pittsburgh Jam Fest boys basketball tournament at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center, April 17-19. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Music
2026 Ecolution Fashion Gala
Apr 20, 2026 | 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
POP COUTURE: Fashion, Fame & Obsession is a bold, visually arresting dance-theatre musical that immerses audiences in the electrifying intersection of fashion, art, celebrity, and desire. Set against the backdrop of a transformative creative era, the production explores the rise of style as power—and the personal cost of living under constant attention. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Sports + Recreation
At the Confluence of Sport, Arts & Industry: A Unique Perspective on Southwest Pennsylvania
Apr 21, 2026 | 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Explore the intersection of sports, arts, and industry through this unique program featuring artists, steel industry experts, storytellers, and a renowned sports photojournalist sharing Southwest Pennsylvania’s rich legacy. READ MORE
Community,
Sports + Recreation
Taste of the Draft
Apr 22, 2026
Join the Pittsburgh Steelers and VisitPITTSBURGH for the second annual Taste of the Draft! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Free event,
Music,
Outdoor,
PDP Events
PicksBURGH Music Crawl
Apr 22, 2026
Is there a better way to familiarize yourself with a city than getting in on its local music scene? READ MORE
Entertainment,
Sports + Recreation
DVE Rocks the Draft Gateway Clipper Party
Apr 23, 2026 | 5:30 pm - 11:00 pm
DVE Rocks the Draft on the Three Rivers for an epic night of live music, draft coverage, and good vibes aboard the Gateway Clipper! READ MORE
Music,
Nightlife
412 After Dark
Apr 23, 2026 - Apr 24, 2026 | 9:00 pm - 2:00 am
Keep the energy going after the Draft with a late-night destination that blends an upscale lounge vibe upstairs with a lively dance floor downstairs, all in the heart of Downtown. READ MORE
Outdoor,
PDP Events
Mini Golf in PPG Plaza
Apr 23, 2026 - Apr 24, 2026 | 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
Putt your way through Downtown during Draft weekend at Mini Golf in PPG Plaza, where a fun, interactive course brings a playful twist to the city’s biggest event. READ MORE
Sports + Recreation
Pittsbrugh Riverhounds vs. Greenville Triumph SC
Apr 25, 2026 | 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Watch the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC take on Greenville Triumph SC in an exciting USL Championship matchup at Highmark Stadium. READ MORE
Convention,
Sports + Recreation
Next Up Card Show
Apr 24, 2026 - Apr 25, 2026 | 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Steps away from the excitement of draft weekend, Next Up Card Show will be ultimate gathering of sports card fans in Pittsburgh, April 24 & 25, 2026. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Music,
Nightlife
T.S. Dance Party with DJ Swiftie
Apr 25, 2026 | 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
SWIFTIES get ready for the T.S. Dance Party DRAFT WEEKEND featuring DJ SWIFTIE. READ MORE
Convention
2026 Pittsburgh Sports & Collectibles Show
Apr 24, 2026 - Apr 25, 2026
Attendees are invited to the 2026 Pittsburgh Sports & Collectibles Show, a premier event for sports cards, toys, and collectibles enthusiasts and collectors alike, taking place at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center from April 24 to April 25, 2026. READ MORE
Community,
Sports + Recreation
Picksburgh Draft Day 5K
Apr 25, 2026 | 8:00 am - 11:00 am
Get ready to hit the streets on Saturday, April 25, for the PicksBURGH Draft Day 5K. READ MORE
Nightlife
Revel's Draft After Party
Apr 23, 2026 - Apr 25, 2026
Experience Revel’s Late Night Draft DJ Event in downtown Pittsburgh, April 23–25 from 9PM–1AM, with live DJs, happy hour specials, and nightlife just steps from Market Square during the Draft. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Tours
Dandy Andy: Warhol’s Queer History
Apr 25, 2026 | 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Join artist educators for Dandy Andy, a monthly tour that focuses on Warhol’s queer history. READ MORE
Workshops & Classes
AWAACC Youth Writers Camp 2026
Apr 25, 2026 | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
The Youth Writers Camp is an inspiring and creative space for middle and high school students passionate about writing. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Sports + Recreation
Pitt Block Party
Apr 23, 2026 - Apr 25, 2026
NFL Draft weekend is not just for pro football. The University of Pittsburgh Athletics and the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust will score big when they team up to host this fan-friendly block party. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Sports + Recreation
NFL Draft 2026 Exhibit
Apr 23, 2026 - Apr 25, 2026
Fans can uncover the stories that connect the region’s rich football roots to the 2026 NFL Draft in this limited-time exhibition, developed in partnership with the Pittsburgh Steelers and the 2026 NFL Draft Football Legacy Committee. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community
Rebels & Rye: The Whiskey That Shaped Pittsburgh
Apr 21, 2026 - Apr 25, 2026 | 12:00 pm - 11:00 pm
The Industrialist Hotel?is excited to host “Rebels & Rye: The Whiskey That Shaped Pittsburgh”, a whiskey activation honoring the historical Whiskey Rebellion throughout NFL Draft Week, providing travelers with an authentic, Pittsburgh whiskey experience. See below for more details. READ MORE
Outdoor,
PDP Events
Mini Golf in PPG Plaza
Apr 25, 2026
Putt your way through Downtown during Draft weekend at Mini Golf in PPG Plaza, where a fun, interactive course brings a playful twist to the city’s biggest event. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Sports + Recreation
Sweat & Sacrifice Pop-Up Activations
Apr 23, 2026 - Apr 25, 2026
BOOM Concepts will host a special Sweat and Sacrifice Pop-Up Thursday, April 23rd through Saturday, April 25th featuring Don’t Play Corp and Senseless along with a video game tournament, paper football, and more! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community
Black Cameo Boutique
Apr 21, 2026 - Apr 25, 2026 | 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
During NFL Draft Week, step into the Black Cameo Boutique, a limited-time, in-person shopping experience at the August Wilson African American Cultural Center. Featuring a curated selection of vendors from across Pennsylvania, the boutique brings together art, design, and culture in one dynamic space. READ MORE
Outdoor
Sunrise Paddle Trip
Apr 26, 2026 | 6:00 am - 9:00 am
See the sun rise over Pittsburgh from the water with Venture Outdoors! READ MORE
Convention
Starpower National Talent Competition
Apr 25, 2026 - Apr 26, 2026
Starpower National Talent Competition is the ultimate stage where dancers and performers of all ages and skill levels from across the globe gather to showcase their artistry, celebrate their passion, and perform at their very best. READ MORE
Sports + Recreation
Pirates vs. Cardinals
Apr 27, 2026 | 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Watch the Pittsburgh Pirates take on the Cardinals at PNC Park! READ MORE
Sports + Recreation
Pro Football Hall of Fame Exhibition
Apr 17, 2026 - Apr 27, 2026
Discover Western Pennsylvania’s quarterback legacy at this special pop-up exhibit, featuring game-worn jerseys from NFL legends and original Steelers Draft cards that showcase the region’s unmatched impact on the game. READ MORE
Sports + Recreation
Pirates vs. Cardinals
Apr 28, 2026 | 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Watch the Pittsburgh Pirates take on the Cardinals at PNC Park! READ MORE
Online & Virtual Events
Storytime Spotlight
Apr 28, 2026 | 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Join us for Storytime Spotlight on April 28th with author Tiffany Obeng and her book Goldilocks vs The 3 Bears. READ MORE
Sports + Recreation
Pirates vs. Cardinals
Apr 29, 2026 | 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Watch the Pittsburgh Pirates take on the Cardinals at PNC Park! READ MORE
Arts + Culture
Speakers Series: Cristina Mittermeier
Apr 29, 2026 | 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Experience the powerful work of Cristina Mittermeier, whose stunning wildlife photography brings awareness to ocean conservation and climate change. READ MORE
Community
30th Annual Celebration of Early Childhood Educators Dinner
Apr 30, 2026 | 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Trying Together will hold its annual event to celebrate the Month of the Young Child (MOYC) and the work of early childhood educators on Thursday, April 30. READ MORE
Sports + Recreation
Pirates vs. Cardinals
Apr 30, 2026 | 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Watch the Pittsburgh Pirates take on the Cardinals at PNC Park! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community
BOOM Concepts presents Sweat and Sacrifice Exhibition
Mar 7, 2026 - May 1, 2026
Sweat and Sacrifice will present artifacts, memorabilia, media-based ephemera, and sports experiences as a way to celebrate teamwork, fanatic culture, personal well-being, and the integration of creative media into sports culture. READ MORE
Entertainment
David Williamson in Ridiculous
Apr 2, 2026 - May 3, 2026
Step into a world where comedy and magic collide, as the inimitable David Williamson takes center stage in his latest spectacle, 'Ridiculous.' READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
Little Shop of Horrors
Apr 29, 2026 - May 3, 2026
Love. Greed. A man-eating plant. What could go wrong? READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Family,
Free event
Sam Berner, Chris Donadio, and VaultArt Studio: Spidrman-themusical
Mar 27, 2026 - May 5, 2026
Evil has taken over Pittsburgh and there is only one person that can save it! Little does the trusty neighborhood Spidrman know, the problem is larger than he can handle alone! Spidrmanthemusical - Issue 4: How’d We Even Get Here? is an art performance that celebrates Pittsburgh, friendship, and the unrelenting need to create. READ MORE
Community,
Family,
Free event,
Outdoor
2026 Walk To Cure Arthritis - Pittsburgh
May 16, 2026 - May 17, 2026 | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
The Walk to Cure Arthritis brings our community together to support the millions of adults and children living with arthritis. This free, family- and pet-friendly event welcomes individuals and teams of all ages. Register today and walk for a cause that truly makes a difference. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Convention,
Entertainment,
Festival
Just Another Bookish Ball
May 22, 2026 - May 24, 2026 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Just Another Bookish Ball is a three day event where book lovers can step into fantasy worlds and become the main character themselves. There will be two days of a market featuring 90+ authors and vendors as well as tons of adventures, and then a fabulous Fairy Ball where you get to dress up as your favorite fantasy character and dance the day away. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Sports + Recreation
Draft Week Fan Zone
Apr 23, 2026 - May 25, 2026
Get in the game at the Draft Week Fan Zone with tailgate-style games, scavenger hunts, special tours, and gameday bites! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Music
Bat Out of Hell: The Musical
Jun 4, 2026 | 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
BAT OUT OF HELL: THE MUSICAL, the award-winning musical, is a thrilling spectacle of a show where the timeless music of Jim Steinman and Meat Loaf reigns supreme! READ MORE
Entertainment
Sketch Comedy Lab
Apr 4, 2026 - Jun 6, 2026 | 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Every other month, Sketch Lab features sketches from writers who have attended Arcade Comedy Theater's writers room and are performed by a roster of comedic actors. See cutting edge comedy and new scripted works written by some of the city's funniest up-and-coming writers. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Community,
Entertainment
PSO in Libraries
Jan 13, 2026 - Jul 27, 2026
Look for the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra in your community! These FREE chamber-style concerts feature PSO musicians performing curated programs at a local library near you. Click on "Get Tickets" to find performance dates in East Liberty, Downtown, Squirrel Hill, Beechview, and more. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment,
Music,
Outdoor
Rock Reggae & Relief
Aug 8, 2026
On Saturday, August 8, the ninth annual Rock Reggae & Relief event will once again take over Forbes Avenue and the newly renovated Market Square, bringing live music and community back to the heart of the city. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Sports + Recreation
Michael Zagaris: 60 Years of NFL Photography
Mar 27, 2026 - Nov 8, 2026
In celebration of the 2026 NFL Draft hosted in Pittsburgh, this exhibition offers glimpse into the world of professional football through the lens of legendary sports and rock and roll photographer, Michael Zagaris. READ MORE
Entertainment,
Music
Morgan Wallen Live In Pittsburgh - Still The Problem Tour
Jun 5, 2026 - Jun 6, 2026 | 5:00 pm - 1:00 am
Morgan Wallen brings the Still The Problem Tour to Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh for two unforgettable nights! READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Family,
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation,
Tours
Beauty of the Burgh Bike Tour
Jan 1, 2026 - Jan 1, 2027 | 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Whether you are visiting Pittsburgh or you are a local, you will learn interesting facts about the history and culture of Pittsburgh while riding past beautiful sights and architecture. READ MORE
Arts + Culture,
Entertainment
The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show - Pittsburgh, PA
Apr 11, 2026 - Apr 18, 2026 | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Award-winning interactive comedy murder mystery dinner show in Pittsburgh READ MORE
Outdoor,
Sports + Recreation,
Tours
Bikes & Brews Tour
Jun 28, 2025 - May 1, 2026 | 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
Arts + Culture,
Tours
Visit the Old Allegheny Jail and Museum
Jan 5, 2026 - May 31, 2026 | 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Explore the Old Allegheny County Jail Museum, a preserved section of the historic 1886 jail located in Downtown Pittsburgh, open for free self-guided visits on the first and third Mondays of each month from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. READ MORE
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