Downtown

Market Square Modernization Project Reaches Halfway Mark; Construction Shifts to Southern Side by November 10

Following last week’s Market Square Beam Signing Ceremony, which marked the halfway milestone in the $15 million Market Square Modernization Project, the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership (PDP) today announced the next major construction phase: the transition from the north to the south side of the Square.

The shift will begins this week and be completed by Monday, November 10, when vehicle traffic will fully transition to the newly reopened north side of the Square.

Vehicular Traffic Pattern and Access Changes
As crews move to the south side:

• Vehicular access through the south side will close, with drivers rerouted to the north corridor of the Square.
• Pedestrian access will remain open on all sides, with clear wayfinding signage to guide visitors to restaurants and shops.
• All Market Square businesses remain open and accessible throughout construction.

Looking Ahead

When complete in April 2026, the reimagined Market Square will feature improved lighting, expanded greenery, more flexible event spaces, and the new pavilion designed for markets, performances, and community gatherings. The project exemplifies the power of public-private collaboration and marks a defining investment in Downtown Pittsburgh’s future.

For more information on the Market Square Modernization, visit DowntownPittsburgh.com/MarketSquareUpdates. 

Motorists can check conditions on more than 40,000 roadway miles, including color-coded winter conditions on 2,900 miles, by visiting www.511PA.com. 511PA, which is free and available 24 hours a day, provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information, and access to more than 860 traffic cameras.

511PA is also available through a smartphone application for iPhone and Android devices, by calling 5-1-1, or by following regional twitter alerts accessible on the 511PA website.