Looking for free things to do with kids in Pittsburgh this May?
You’re in the right place!
We’ve put together a list of 100 free family-friendly events and activities happening in Pittsburgh and the surrounding areas in May 2026. From library storytimes and outdoor festivals to nature centers and community days, this guide makes it easy to plan fun, budget-friendly outings all month long.
Let’s make May fun… and affordable!!!
Please note: Some events occur over multiple days. If you see an event you’re interested in attending, always check the link for the specific date/time/details/registration. Many of these popular kids events in Pittsburgh fill up quickly so be sure to arrive early . While admission is free, some activities at the events may cost extra.
100+ Free Things to do in Pittsburgh in May
Friday May 1
Saturday May 2
- LEGO ‘Star Wars’ Build Event at Barnes and Noble
- Steel City Spooky Market
- Free Kid May at Pennsylvania Trolley Museum
- Kids Workshops @ Home Depot
- Spring Vendor Show at Janoskis Farm
- Bank of America Museums on Us®
- Storywalk with Beaver County Library System
- Sasquatch and Snacks at Moon Park
Sunday May 3
- Ligonier Valley’s Free Museum Day
- Free Kid May at Pennsylvania Trolley Museum
- Michael’s Kids Club: Free Craft
Monday May 4
- Toddler Dance Party at Penn Hills Library
- Dormont Library Monday Storytime
- PJ Family Storytime: May the Fourth Be With You at Pleasant Hills Public Library
Tuesday May 5
- Spring Book Sale at Cranberry Public Library
- Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall Baby & Toddler Storytime
- Hampton Community Library Family Storytime
Wednesday May 6
- Free Beginner Tennis Play at South Fayette Township Parks and Recreation
- Cloud Slime at Baldwin Public Library
- Andrew Carnegie Free Library Stay & Play Wednesdays
Thursday May 7
- Free Kid May at Pennsylvania Trolley Museum
- Zelienople Open Air Market
- Andrew Carnegie Free Library Preschool Storytime
Friday May 8
- Elfinwild Fire Company Craft Market & Flower Sale
- Friends of the Front Yard Community Party and Skate Night
- Allegheny RiverTrail Park kick-off Party
- Free Admission to Neighborhood North Museum of Play
- Movies Under the Stars at Boyce Park: Superman
Saturday May 9
- Kids Markets joins the Sewickley May Mart
- Michael’s Kids Club: Free Craft
- Running of the Wools
- 5th Annual Steel City Duck Derby
- Old Fashioned Sock Hop at Brentwood Library
- Movies Under the Stars at Settlers Cabin Park: Jurassic World Rebirth
Sunday May 10
- Movie Night on the Lawn at Bakery Square
- Mother’s Day Celebration Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium
- Neighborhood Flea – Mother’s Day Edition
- Michael’s Kids Club: Free Craft
Monday May 11
- Tuesday May 12
- Junior Explorers at Mingo Creek State Park
- New Brighton Night Mart
- Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall Baby & Toddler Storytime
- Hampton Community Library Family Storytime
Wednesday May 13
Thursday May 14
Friday May 15
- Millvale Music Festival
- Moon Markets in Butler
- Foodie Fridays Downtown Butler
- Star Party at Mingo Creek State Park
- Movies Under the Stars at South Park: Song Sung Blue
Saturday May 16
- Upper St. Clair Community Day
- Springtime Music & Food Fest at Tanger Outlets
- Touch A Truck @ Moon Park
- Portersville Steam Show 2026 Spring Gas Up
- Findlay Outdoor Flea Market
- Garden Basket DIY-U by Lowe’s Workshop
- The National Pike Steam, Gas and Horse Festival
- The National Road Festival
- Star Party at Mingo Creek State Park
- Movies Under the Stars at North Park: Solo Mio
Sunday May 17
- North Strabane Twp. Parks & Recreation Fishing Derby
- Springtime Music & Food Fest at Tanger Outlets
- Kids Fishing Derby at Canonsburg Lake
- Michael’s Kids Club: Free Craft
Monday May 18
- Dormont Library Monday Storytime
- Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Beechview Storytime
- Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Homewood Storytime
- Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Oakmont Storytime
Tuesday May 19
- Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh East Liberty Baby & Toddler Storytime
- Hampton Community Library Family Storytime
Wednesday May 20
- Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Oakmont Book Buddies Storytime
- Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Brookline Kids Club
Thursday May 21
Friday May 22
Saturday May 23
Sunday May 24
- Fish-for-Free Days
- Michael’s Kids Club: Free Craft
- FREE Baseball Tickets, FREE Kids Meals, and FUN with the Washington Wild Things!
- Carnegie Memorial Day Parade
Monday May 25
- Free Kid May at Pennsylvania Trolley Museum
- New Brighton Memorial Day Parade
- Lower Burrell Memorial Day Parade
- Hookstown Grange Annual Memorial Day Car Parade and Cruise
Tuesday May 26
Wednesday May 27
Thursday May 28
- Wexford Car Cruise at Orchard Hill Church
- Greensburg Night Market II
- Andrew Carnegie Free Library Preschool Storytime
Friday May 29
- Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Lawrenceville Little Artists
- Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Downtown Little Artists
- Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Mt. Washington Preschool Pals Storytime
Saturday May 30
- Free Family Fishing at Carnegie Lake
- Sunset Music Festival
- Party in the Park Carnegie
- Dormont Library 90th Birthday Celebration
Sunday May 31
- Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Oakland Family Fun Storytime
- Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Squirrel Hill Family Fun Storytime
Event Calendar
If you want to keep the ideas coming, check out the full event calendar. I’m updating constantly with new local events.
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