The Downtown Blog

Name: Downtown Pittsburgh
Address: Pittsburgh, PA

The official blog of Downtown Pittsburgh. Read up on what's new, what's happening, and what stories are being told in the neighborhood.

The Downtown Blog

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Skate The Square

Friday, May 1, 2026

Coming to Market Square

Thursday, May 7 – Monday, May 25

Live DJs, Drinks and More!

Kick Off Night is Thursday May 7, 4pm – 10pm

Downtown Pittsburgh has a new attraction! Spark some in-person connections and create amazing memories as you Skate The Square Downtown. A new roller rink is coming to Market Square, May 7-25. You can skate, gather, snap selfies, or simply enjoy the music and energy from the sidelines. With drinks, live music, and a retro vibe, this brand-new activation is guaranteed to get you moving! ‘Cos that’s how we roll here in Pittsburgh!

There will be a bar serving beer and cocktails and plenty of music to move to, including Live DJ’s

Cost to Skate: $17 for 75 minutes of skating (skates included) and is open to all ages.
* Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Guests may bring their own skates, but the ticket price remains the same.

In the event of inclement weather, #SkateTheSquare is closed and refunds will be issued. Please reference your confirmation email.

Skate The Square Schedule

Thursday, May 7: 4pm – 10pm [Kick Off Night!]

Mondays: 4pm – 10pm

Monday, May 25: 11am – 6pm [Memorial Day Hours]

Tuesdays: 4pm – 10pm

Wednesdays: 4pm – 10pm

Thursday, May 14: 11am – 2pm & 4pm – 10pm [Farmers Market 10am-2pm]

Thursday, May 21: 11am – 2pm & 4pm – 10pm [Farmers Market 10am-2pm]

Fridays: 4pm – 10pm

Saturdays: 12pm – 10pm

Sundays: 12pm – 10pm

Featuring DJ Talent

DJ COLT | IG @therealdjcolt

DJ Colt is a world renounced DJ with roots in Pittsburgh PA! Has had the pleasure to share stages with Sean Paul, Zara Larsson, K$sha and many more. He is credited with multiple edits that are played throughout clubs across the world.

Thursday, May 7 | 4pm-10pm

Friday, May 8 | 5pm-10pm

Saturday, May 9 | 11am-3pm & 5pm-10pm

Sunday, May 10 | 1pm-5pm

DJ MAGIC MIKE | IG @djmagicmikepgh

DJ Magic Mike is a local Pittsburgh DJ who has been around for over 15 years! Has provided the soundtracks for the Pittsburgh Penguins Night of Assists and multiple clubs around the city.

Thursday, May 14 | 5pm-10pm

DJ KRISTYLES | IG @djkristyles

DJ Kristyles is Production Manager at WOVU 95.9fm in Cleveland and has provided the sounds for MSC Cruise ships as well as multiple NFL teams.

Friday, May 15 | 5pm-10pm

Saturday, May 16 | 11am-3pm & 5pm-10pm

Sunday, May 17 | 1pm-5pm

DJ OZ | IG @djoz8

DJ Oz is a local Pittsburgh DJ who has been in multiple clubs and restaurants across the city. Known for his technical skills and be able to read a room!

Thursday, May 21 | 5pm-10pm