Pittsburgh, November 2026

The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra performs the film score live while Deathly Hallows Part 1 plays on screen.

A Halloween night of hard techno, industrial, and experimental electronic sounds under the bridge, with dancing from nine until dawn.

A monthly session focused on electronic music production at the library.

A post-Halloween party with live music, open to all ages.

A rock show blending Grateful Dead songs with jam-band energy, open to all ages. A casual pick for fans who like their classics loose and extended.

A tribute act performing music associated with the Grateful Dead, open to all ages.

A South Korean band blending traditional pansori storytelling with pop rhythms, signed to David Byrne's record label and praised by Brian Eno. Mostly standing room, so expect to be on your feet.

Memphis rapper GloRilla brings her trap and hip-hop sound to The Wylie, with support acts opening the night.

Rock and pop punk show with Sueco and opener Jeris Johnson, with VIP packages offering meet and greets and merch for superfans.

A night of chaotic music featuring XUR, A Cottage, and Echohead.

Sueco performs on the Party's Over Tour with special guest Jeris Johnson. All ages welcome.

Two indie rock acts share a bill for an all-ages night of guitar-driven sets.

Alternative rock from Tampa, mixing emo, pop-punk and post-hardcore influences.

A tour stop supporting the new album 'Moments of Riot,' with Ed Crawford, formerly of fIREHOSE, playing as a duo.

Cissy Rebich sings her way through a set built around Barbra Streisand and company, a cabaret-style tribute for fans of big ballads and old showbiz glamour.

A California folk duo formed this year brings dreamy, harmony-heavy songwriting to an intimate stage. 21 and over.

A free listening party for Eyepresser, with a DJ set from Nice Rec and a live set from Good Dude Lojack.

Bassist Paul Thompson leads a quintet marking fifty years since Jaco Pastorius released his debut album, playing through its material for the occasion.

Colin and the Crows mark the release of their new album 'Esoterra Sigillata' with support from Nowhere Wolves.

Hip-hop show with Chris Webby headlining, joined by Dizzy Wright and Lily Fangz. Open to all ages.

Country singer Lauren Alaina brings her headlining tour through town, all ages welcome.

Virginia-raised singer-songwriter Colby T. Helms plays songs from his album One for the Losers, about underdogs and working-class characters from his home region.

Reggae night with Fortunate Youth joined by Kash'd Out. All ages welcome.

Punk band Flipper plays with Justin Pearson of The Locust on lead vocals, joined by Thunder Vest and Bastard Squad.

A live orchestral concert performing music from the video game Undertale, part of a touring symphony production.

The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra performs Tchaikovsky's famous violin concerto, a staple of the romantic repertoire with its soaring melodies and technical fireworks for soloist.

Live show with special guest Kash'd Out. All ages welcome.

Amitafra performs live alongside Kamasi Washington in a program drawing on the writings of Khalil Gibran.

Rapper Vince Staples brings his tour through town for an all-ages night of hip-hop. Doors open an hour before the show.

Synth-pop artist George Clanton plays live with support from Ryan Hemsworth. Open to all ages.

Noise rock band Chat Pile headlines a touring bill with Soul Glo and Shallowater, an all-ages show for fans of heavy, abrasive guitar music.

Sting brings his band to the stage for an evening of rock and pop songs spanning his solo career and his Police years. All ages welcome.

An all-ages show featuring instrumental sets from three Pittsburgh bands.

A synthwave lineup with Power Rob and Black Signal, plus support from Neutron Dreams and Auxidate.

Virginia's genre-hopping rock band brings jam-heavy sets, improvisation, and offbeat stage antics, with support from Logan B and Dirty Leaf. A night for fans of loose, unpredictable live rock.

G. Clanton performs his Mainstream Now tour with support from Ryan Hemsworth.

Wonky Willa performs a set billed as Disco Wonk.

Noise rock band Chat Pile plays with Soul Glo and Shallowater, an all ages show.

Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra combines live music with narration for younger audiences, built around a storyline told through orchestral pieces.

Indie folk singer Ethan Regan brings his Young Regan tour through town, with support acts rounding out the bill. An all-ages night of guitar-driven songwriting.

A DIY benefit show featuring five acts: Farrah Faucet, Slacking, Private Collector, In-Country, and Vasterian.

A performance by Be Cool Algorithm with How Things Are Made.

A death metal and thrash bill with Storm Reaver, Warmbody, Nullum, and Extortion Cellar.

Folk and indie folk band Buffalo Rose plays a show open to all ages.

Heavy, atmospheric metal and post-punk acts Stalemate of Wills, Mires, and Passing Bell share a bill.

Baltimore act Seven Teller brings its mix of post-punk, dance, and psych-rock to the stage, with live sets built around extended improvisation. A 21+ show at a small venue.

Live alt-country double bill with Fantastic Cat and opener OK Cowgirl. Open to all ages.

A rock show featuring the band dogmeat, open to all ages.

A concert presented by Opus One, open to all ages.

A listening session featuring vinyl recordings of classic Pittsburgh jazz.

An evening of teaching and worship led by author Lysa TerKeurst and singer Tasha Layton, focused on letting go of control and finding peace.

A concert tour through the musical theater catalog of composer Jeanine Tesori, staged by CMU's School of Drama and Center for New Work.

Minneapolis indie pop-rock band Maria and the Coins bring their new EP tour through town, joined by Beach Boise Idaho and Almost Exactly Like Julia. 21 and over.

A 21+ show featuring Cairo Jag, Suprabeast and Hysteric Coils.

A night of emo, screamo, shoegaze and pop punk with Thoughts on Bowling, Computer, Softly, and HummusVacuum.

A live music lineup featuring The Cheats, Rattle Bones, and Nico Bones.

The Queers perform with Spitbite and Right on Warriors.

Longtime ska and reggae band The Slackers play a 2026 tour stop with support from The Operators.

UK post-punk outfit known for blending hardcore grit with melodic hooks takes the stage, with support acts to be announced. An all-ages show for fans of raw, danceable rock.

A jazz-focused holiday concert from Jazz at the Ballroom, with live music in a cabaret setting.

Pop and electro-pop act Little Image plays an all-ages show, with support acts to be announced.

Singer-songwriter Julia Jacklin brings her tour through town with opener Jordan Patterson. An all-ages show for fans of introspective indie rock.

The R&B group marks the anniversary of their debut album with a show covering decades of hits. Open to all ages.

New York singer-songwriter Jackie Evans brings piano-driven pop songs in the vein of Carole King and Billy Joel, with Elli Rowe opening. 21 and over.

Singer-songwriter Julia Jacklin performs live with support from Jordan Patterson. All ages welcome.

The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra traces a line from Louis Armstrong to Aretha Franklin, celebrating American music history with a live program of jazz and soul classics.

A live show at Mr. Smalls featuring SAP, with support from Sludge Mother and Sir Echo.

An evening of new jazz pieces drawing on the avant-garde tradition of composers like Henry Threadgill and Anthony Braxton, with room for the audience to get involved.

Sombr brings his alternative rock tour to the arena stage for a full night of live music.

Reggae-rock act Bumpin Uglies headlines a live set with Artikal Sound System and Fubar opening, an all-ages show.

Jack White brings his guitar-driven rock to The Wylie for a phone-free show, so leave the pouch sealed and actually watch the band.

A rock and alternative rock show open to all ages.

Indie folk-rock act Fruit Bats brings their new album to town, touring behind their latest release on Merge Records.

Singer-songwriter Nellie McKay plays a retrospective set drawing from nine albums that mix pop, jazz, rock and folk, a career that defies easy genre labels.

German trance DJ and producer Paul van Dyk performs live.

The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra pays tribute to Aretha Franklin, running through her catalog of hits across three performances.

Banda AL9 and The Burkharts play a stop on their 2026 US tour.

A mixed bill of hardcore, metalcore, and deathcore acts.

A live show marking the release of MILLIE DREAD's third album, Mary Death, with support from Hemlock for Socrates and Dread.

Singer-songwriter Maya de Vitry brings her alt-country and indie-folk songs to Club Cafe, touring behind her fifth album. Expect raw, lyric-driven storytelling over studio polish.

Two bands share the stage for a night of rock and pop at this all-ages show.

Dizgo and Big Blitz perform live at Thunderbird Music Hall.

A DJ-driven night of emo and pop-punk favorites for an adults-only crowd, with a small ticket donation going to charity.

A hard dance, techno, and acid rave with sets from NTPxMOS, Cereza, Strappa, and Ascent.

Punk rock lineup hosted by Tartan Devils FC, with sets from Submachine, Fuck Yeah Dinosaurs, 9th Ward, and Blessed State.

A club night with DJs Mike Servito, Carlos Souffront, Stallone The Reducer, and ROJO at an undisclosed venue.

A Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra concert built for kids, blending storytelling with live orchestral music.

Rapper Pouya brings his trap sound to the stage for an all-ages show.

A night of metal and nu-metal, open to all ages.

A show featuring Radar Waves and The Richard Move.

Michigander stops on his 'Over Before You Know It' tour, with Wildermiss opening.

A folk double bill pairing YAELOKRE with opener Ben Caplan. All ages welcome.

Rapper Pouya performs on his Foreverglades tour, with support from Ramirez, Fat Nick, Black Smurf, and Comehelpglo.

A lineup of musical acts, including Pop Baby alongside other performers, presented in a collaboration with a Pittsburgh band.

Radar Waves from Chicago headlines a rock lineup, joined by Inco Fido and Stereo Scandal.

PLEA marks the release of a new EP, joined by Boyhood, Rune Puzzles, and EchoHead.

A touring show from Shams with support sets from Falling North, OZNT MTTR, Dylan Presko, and Poizon.

A night of techno, house, wave, and post-punk, headlined by Veronica Vasicka and Formosa.

Juliana Huxtable and Clark Price play underground electronic sets at this Honcho-presented night.

Opus One presents a performance by Yaelokre, with Ben Caplan as special guest. All ages welcome.

Monthly percussion jam session at the library.

Punk-leaning rock outfit The Menzingers bring their North American tour through town, with doors well ahead of the set for anyone who wants to catch the openers.

Nashville singer-songwriter Chloe Kimes brings her Americana sound to town ahead of her new album, Daredevil. Expect honest lyrics and a strong vocal presence. 21+.

A rock show marking five decades of the band, with arena sound and a crowd likely to know every lyric.

Reggae-rock outfit Tropidelic headlines with support from The Quasi Kings. All ages show, with tickets sent by email a week before the date.

A rock show built for arena scale, with electric guitars and a full band setup. Check the clear-bag policy before heading in.

A lineup of electronic acts including a live set from Chicago/Brooklyn group Purelink, plus local performers Davis Galvin, Gusto, No Hitter, and a back-to-back DJ set from m.Kim and DJ Furniture.

A country music duo performs live, with the show open to all ages.

Country singer-songwriter Wyatt Flores plays an all-ages show, with a dollar from each ticket going to community nonprofits.

A Tony winner known for his Broadway work performs cabaret-style, mixing show tunes and stage stories in an intimate theater setting.

Live music show open to all ages, presented by Opus One.

A Brooklyn prog-rock and jazz band shares the bill with We Used To Cut Grass and Spilly Cave.

An ambient listening session focused on rest and recovery, hosted by Bella Figlia.

Deathcore band Whitechapel marks two decades together with a full-volume set for metal fans. An all-ages show, so bring the whole crew of headbangers.

A rock and punk show open to all ages, loud guitars and a general lack of pretension.

Hyperpop and digital hardcore artist Fraxiom plays a tour stop with support from Detatchi.

Americana rock songwriter Aaron Lee Tasjan, a Grammy nominee known for sharp, self-aware guitar pop, plays with opener Madeleine Kelson.

Swedish metal act Imminence brings its Axis Mundi tour through town, with heavy riffs and melodic vocals for fans of the genre. All ages welcome.

Metal tour stop featuring Imminence with support from Dying Wish and Gaerea.

A lineup of deathcore and beatdown bands sharing one bill, with six acts total.

Industrial musician En Esch performs with The Russian White and Solemn Shapes, a night of dark electronic sound.

Two-night pass to see jam band Goose, with a dollar from each ticket going to the Backline Foundation. All ages welcome.

Ska-punk veterans Goldfinger headline a four-band bill with Mustard Plug, The Planet Smashers, and Sullvn. An all-ages night of horns, skank beats, and old-school punk energy.

South Carolina rock musician Hannah Wicklund performs live, blending rock, soul and psychedelic sounds. This is a 21+ show.

Jam band Goose plays a live set at The Wylie, with a dollar from each ticket going to the Backline Foundation. All ages welcome.

Pianist and composer Joe Sheehan leads his quartet through a set of original compositions based on fictional places from literature.

A four-act lineup featuring foxesat3am, Sherry CD-ROM, Almost Exactly Like Julia and Biggg Ruth.

A holiday-themed show from the drumline and marching percussion group DRUMLine Live, mixing music and performance for a family-friendly night out.

JKYL & HYDE play a North America tour stop with special guest KLO and support from TRIIIPGOD.

The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra performs the score live while the film plays on screen above the stage.

Metal and nu-metal act Motionless In White brings its touring production to the arena stage. Entry requires a mobile ticket, and the venue is cashless.

A touring furry-adjacent dance party mixing hyperpop, hardcore, club, and hip hop, hitting Pittsburgh for the first time after a long run across North America. 18 and over, tickets sent by email ahead of time.

Canadian rock band The Sadies play Mr. Smalls, mixing twang-heavy guitar work with garage rock energy. Open to all ages.

A country and alternative country singer-songwriter signed to Oh Boy Records performs live, 21+.

The a cappella group brings its holiday arena show to town, mixing seasonal standards with their usual vocal arrangements. Good pick for couples who like singalong Christmas music.

Two tribute acts cover three decades of grunge staples, with Alice in Chains and Pearl Jam sounds standing in for the originals. An all-ages night for fans who want the riffs without the arena prices.

Upgraded seating for the Pentatonix show, with a lower bowl spot, entry to a club lounge serving food and drinks, and use of private restrooms.

Drummer Jason Bonham leads a live set built around his father's band's catalog, with Led Zeppelin songs played by a full band. Open to all ages.

Duluth guitarist Charlie Parr brings his blues-soaked folk and resonator guitar work to town, with Maisy Owen opening. A night for fans of weathered, traditional roots music.

A rock and pop show at Mr. Smalls, open to all ages.

A bass-focused night of electronic sets featuring Enigma Dubz and /squid, with a takeover set from NULL Entertainment.

A country-themed morning show pairing music with bloody marys, strictly for the 21-and-over crowd.

R&B and pop singer Victoria Monét brings her tour to the Wylie. Opening acts may vary by night.

Classic rock band hits the arena stage for a night of guitar-driven tunes from their long touring career.

A rock show from Catch Your Breath, touring behind their Not Broken Enough record. All ages welcome.

A metal bill headlined by Devil Master, with support from Baazlvaat, Jail and Glorious Descent. An all-ages show for fans of death and black metal.

Soul and blues vocalist Billy Price, known for his work with guitarist Roy Buchanan and a long recording career, performs live. 21+ show.

A radio reunion night with Seven Color Sky, Generation XX, Mahogany Sky, an R.E.M. tribute, and The Affordable Floors sharing the bill.

The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra performs works by Strauss and Tchaikovsky in one of two scheduled concerts.

Punchline marks two decades of its '37 Everywhere' album with support from Driveways, Hit the Lights, and Posterchild. An all-ages night of rock for longtime fans.

A reunion show featuring a guest set and a farewell performance from Generation XX, with tribute sets covering The Smiths, The Clash, The B-52's and The Cure.

Pianist Jim Brickman brings his holiday show of seasonal songs and arrangements, backed by a trust company sponsorship. A quiet option for an evening out during the Christmas season.

Philly rock-pop band MINKA brings a sound that splits the difference between glam, funk and new wave. 21 and over.

The Turpentiners perform at the venue.

A free 21-and-up bass music night with sets from SciDrok, 64bitt, DZNT MTTR, Auxidate, and Skannas.

Local singer-songwriters take turns performing in the visitor center's low-key setting, part of an ongoing Sunday series organized with Pittsburgh musician Brad Yoder. Free, no sign-up.

Punk and hip-hop act Ho99o9 plays New Kensington with support from Nöndrfce and Stay Sound.

A holiday variety show presented by Markem Entertainment Group, mixing music and seasonal cheer for an evening out.

A close-up magic show built around dark, late-night storytelling, with six performances for anyone who likes illusion mixed with theatrical atmosphere rather than straight tricks.

A film screening with four showings, presented by the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust.

A screening of the 1989 avant-garde horror film Begotten, a nearly wordless, visually brutal take on creation and death. Not for the squeamish, but a striking piece of experimental cinema.

A touring staging of the Tony-winning musical that retells the myth of Orpheus and Eurydice with folk and jazz influences. Part of a run of eight performances in a touring Broadway series.

A local stage spin on Night of the Living Dead, run by Bricolage with multiple performances for those who want zombies with a Pittsburgh accent.

Galleries and art spaces across the Cultural District open their doors for a free evening of walking between exhibits.

A dance program from fireWALL Dance Theater, staged across four performances. Expect contemporary movement work rather than classical ballet.

Writer Lin Hierse and translator Jon Cho-Polizzi discuss the first international anthology of contemporary writing on Berlin, part of Pitt's German Department campus series.

A discussion billed as serving up the tea on artificial intelligence and data centers.

Local storytellers take the mic for a monthly slam, this round built around stories of connections that stick with you.

A drop-in studio session for middle and high school students, with access to screen printing equipment, printers, and Photoshop.

A drawing workshop with cartoonist Chas Chasler on building characters out of basic shapes. No drawing background required, just come ready to sketch.

Local author Seyed Nourashrafeddin discusses his memoir tracing his path from war and poverty through a string of jobs to life in Pittsburgh.

A hands-on class covering basic clothing repair: replacing buttons, sewing seams, fixing tears, and patching worn spots.

Pittsburgh Musical Theater stages the stage adaptation of Roald Dahl's story about a girl who outsmarts the adults around her, with songs and dance numbers throughout.

An evening of close-up card magic from Andi Gladwin, performed in an intimate theater built for sleight of hand.

A tactile sculpture exhibit from local artists, organized with the Pittsburgh Society of Sculptors, with recorded statements accompanying each piece. Opening reception included.

Over 120 local artists, makers, and small-batch food sellers set up across two floors for holiday gift shopping.

A gallery opening honoring winners of the 2026 Teen Media Awards and Ralph Munn Creative Writing Contest, with their work on display and light refreshments served.

A belly dance company performs a narrative show built around the Arabian Nights tales, with costuming and choreography drawn from Middle Eastern dance traditions.

A film screening of Cece's Interlude, presented by Signal Otter Films.

A fan gathering for the Twin Peaks series, with cast appearances, autograph sessions, and a video tribute to David Lynch.

A talk on how Pittsburgh played an early role in bringing cremation practices to the United States during the 1800s.

Writers, a publisher, and a moderator mix reading, performance, and game-show banter to pick apart what books actually do. A new chapbook from the hosting press will be on sale too.

Cast members from the cult television series sit down to talk about the show and take questions from fans.

A stage musical adaptation of the romance novel and film, part of the Broadway in Pittsburgh series, running for a short run of performances.

A talk on the roots and rules of graffiti lettering, tracing its links to comic typography and the stylized names writers use. Good for anyone curious about how to read the tags around town.

Mark Houser traces how Pittsburgh shaped the development of tall buildings, from early skyscrapers to its modern skyline.

A drama staged by Confluence Theater of Pittsburgh, running for 14 performances.

A drop-in studio session for middle and high school students, with access to screen printing equipment, ink, transparencies, printers, and Photoshop.

Two-time Newbery winner Erin Entrada Kelly discusses her new middle-grade survival novel about a girl, her friends, and a guardian robot.

A screening of the comedy classic about rival con men on the French Riviera, paired with dinner service at the cabaret theater.

An adapted studio night for adults with autism or sensory sensitivities, with quiet areas and dimmer lighting. Bring your own images to turn into silkscreen prints for shirts or posters.

A contemporary dance program from Texture Contemporary Ballet, staged over two performances.

A multidisciplinary program blending dance, music, poetry, and visual art centered on Black and brown queer identity. Two performances, presented by Pittsburgh Cultural Trust.

Pittsburgh Opera stages the myth of Orpheus descending to the underworld to reclaim his lost love, sung over three performances.

A holiday-season stage production set in the world of Pride and Prejudice, with 21 performances giving plenty of chances to catch it.

A reading marking 60 years of this local poetry nonprofit, with history from director Jake Grefenstette and original work from Joel Dias-Porter, followed by a reception with light snacks.

A guided painting class at the National Aviary where you create a portrait of Gus the Great Argus, with all materials and admission included. No drawing skills needed, and you can spot the real bird in its habitat first.

A look at Pittsburgh's cemeteries, covering how tombstone design has changed over time and sharing stories of notable people buried around the city.

A talk from novelist Min Jin Lee, presented as part of the Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures series.

A discussion on AI image tools like Midjourney and Dall-E, and the questions they raise about copyright, ownership, and what counts as art.

A talk on recent findings about the Allegheny Arsenal, part of a local history lecture series hosted by the Lawrenceville Historical Society.

A conversation with author Jamaica Kincaid about her award-winning essay collection, in discussion with Anderson Tepper.

A drop-in studio session for middle and high school students, with access to screens, ink, transparencies, printers, and Photoshop for printmaking projects.

A talk with journalist and historian Anne Applebaum, known for her writing on authoritarianism and European politics.

Poetry and music performance featuring Megan Falley and the Goosebump Orchestra, built around Andrea Gibson's work. A fully seated show for all ages.

A full-length play by Julia Fraser exploring anxieties of the digital age.

A holiday pop-up market with more than 80 local makers selling handmade goods and small-batch food, good for early gift shopping.

A fair bringing together prints from 70 photographers, organized by Eastern Standard Photo.

Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre performs a holiday program across five shows, mixing seasonal cheer with classical technique.

The stage musical version of the holiday classic, with the Grinch's attempt to ruin Christmas in Whoville told through song.

A VIP add-on for the holiday drag tour stop, giving fans a chance to meet the queens before or after the show.

A weekly drop-in session for middle and high school students, with access to screens, ink, transparencies, printers, and Photoshop for printmaking projects.

A guided tour looking at Andy Warhol's life as a gay man, tracing his relationships with partners who were also his collaborators, set against the broader history of gay rights in America.

A seated tea service in the Founder's Room with sandwiches, pastries, and sweets, followed by access to the art and natural history galleries.

A gala marking 25 years of Free Ride.

This pass covers access to a private club space during the Steelers-Browns game, with food and drink, a walk-up bar, screens for the action, and views of the locker room tunnel. A separate game ticket is required.

AFC North rivalry football as the Steelers take on the Browns, with a designated alcohol-free family section available.

The Penguins take on the Golden Knights with an 80s theme night at the arena.

The Penguins host the Bruins, with a military appreciation theme and a lapel pin giveaway for early arrivals.

Penguins take on the Senators at home, with a Hall of Fame theme night and a mystery bag charm giveaway for the first 7,500 fans.

The Penguins host the Blues in a Hockey Fights Cancer themed game, with gloves given to the first 7,500 fans through the gates.

State high school championship soccer games run all day, with one ticket covering the full slate of matches.

The Penguins host the Calgary Flames, with a Pittsburgh Night theme and a kitchen apron giveaway for early arrivals.

The Steelers take on the Broncos in regular season NFL action. A chance to catch the team at home against an AFC opponent.

A premium add-on for Steelers-Broncos game day, not a game ticket itself. Access to a private club with food and drink, lounge seating, screens for the game, and views near the locker room tunnel.

The Penguins take on the Maple Leafs in NHL action downtown. Tickets are mobile only, so load them on your phone before heading in.

The Penguins take on the Columbus Blue Jackets in NHL action. Entry requires a mobile ticket, and the arena runs cashless, so bring a card or phone wallet.

Dr. Lucas DeGroote discusses research on where migrating birds find food and shelter and how window design can reduce fatal collisions. Free talk, registration required.

A guided hike through Hays Woods with a naturalist pointing out lichens and an air-quality expert talking about local pollution conditions.

A virtual session on planned accessibility upgrades at Frick Environmental Center, covering wayfinding, gathering areas, and amphitheater changes, with a chance to give feedback on the updated designs.

A talk on local river ecology and water quality, covering how to spot pollution and advocate for cleaner waterways.

Spend a morning with a National Aviary educator and an ornithologist spotting birds at Blue Spruce County Park, with a chance to hand-feed chickadees. Good for beginners and families as well as experienced birders.

A slow-paced 90-minute yoga session with Dr. Pamela Nichols focused on breathwork, stillness and self-massage tools like gua sha and cork balls. Open to all levels, with modifications offered as needed.

Volunteer sessions at Hays Woods, Pittsburgh's newest urban forest park, pulling invasive plants, clearing trails and tending the entry garden, with a hike included.

A public meeting for mushroom enthusiasts, with a presentation, club updates, and an identification table where you can bring specimens to ask about.

A guided bird walk for beginners led by a naturalist educator, with binoculars available to borrow. This month's meeting spot is August Wilson Park.

A space-themed show for kids and families, staged across multiple performances.

Local libraries, archives, and historical societies set up tables to show off Pittsburgh history resources, with speakers, a panel on community collections, a HistoricPittsburgh.org demo, and building tours.

Close-up and stage magic aimed at kids but watchable by adults, part of a run of shows at this small downtown theater.

Guided tours of PPG Paints Arena, arranged through the venue's tour hotline.

A library-wide event for Election Day with hands-on activities for all ages, a film screening, and snacks, aimed at making civic life feel a bit more approachable.

A morning program for young kids with art activities, sensory play, and books, paired with time exploring the bird habitats. Each month features a different color theme.

A hands-on chemistry session for kids in grades K-5, using color-changing redox reactions to show how energy transforms rather than disappears.

An evening of owl-themed activities including crafts, a live owl presentation, campfire storytime, lantern making, popcorn and cider, and owl pellet dissection with nature center staff.

Trade in puzzles you've finished for ones you haven't. Drop off gently used ones and browse the swap table for something new to piece together.

A hands-on look at Haudenosaunee traditions, with tools and crafted objects used to explain shared beliefs and differences among the Seneca, Cayuga, Onondaga, Oneida, Mohawk, and Tuscarora nations.

A guided walk through the trails at Powdermill Nature Reserve, starting from the atrium of the nature center. Open to all ages, registration suggested since spots fill up.

Guided tours of PPG Paints Arena, with details available through the venue's tour contact line.

A hands-on session for kids in grades K-5 covering how blood typing works and how it's used to solve mysteries, with a look at genetics along the way.

A library event with skin-safe face painting, glitter tattoos, airbrush designs and glow paint for all ages.

A quieter aviary visit for guests with sensory processing needs, with biofacts to touch, a modified Passport to Parks program, interactive play spaces, and loaner sensory bags with headphones and fidget toys.

Free, confidential sessions where staff review Pennsylvania criminal records and explain options for expungement, sealing, or pardons.

A hands-on look at Haudenosaunee culture through tools and crafted objects, tracing shared beliefs and traditions across the six nations.

Hands-on science for kids, with live animals, gel chemistry, and motor-and-magnet builds covering several branches of science.

Drop-in sensory activities for kids, including a smell lab, textured nature objects to handle, and kaleidoscopes for viewing the outdoors.

A hands-on look at Haudenosaunee culture through tools and crafted objects, with discussion of beliefs and traditions shared and distinct across the Six Nations.

Guided tours of PPG Paints Arena; contact the venue's tour line for details.

Children's author Grace Lin leads an interactive talk for grades K-5 on whether her books are real, with free copies of select titles while supplies last.

Allegheny County park rangers bring an Eastern rat snake named Mr. McSlithers for kids to see up close, with talk about his habitat, diet, and daily habits.

A violinist walks kids through the instrument's history and parts, plays classical pieces to illustrate musical terms, and lets them handle violins up close.

A four-session program for teens 14-18 who want to see what animal care work involves, with behind-the-scenes time on diet prep and habitat upkeep alongside staff caring for birds and other animals.

Guided tours of PPG Paints Arena; call or email the tour line for details.

Weekend holiday mornings at the National Aviary bring costumed guests like the Grinch and Santa alongside bird friends, plus photo ops and festive activities for the family.

Breakfast event at the National Aviary with a Santa visit, storytime, photo with an animal ambassador, and a scavenger hunt through the habitats.

Guided tours of PPG Paints Arena; contact the venue's tour hotline for details.