There’s still plenty of time for summer fun! Plan your month with the best events happening around the city. Get the scoop on family fun and don’t forget to ‘LIKE’ us on Facebook for daily updates and reminders!
Top 10 Things to do in August in Pittsburgh
National Night Out at the Waterfront | August 2
This free community family event promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, better places to live. Festivities at the Waterfront will feature: Finger Printing for Kids, Balloon Twisting, Face Painting, Food, Games, Giveaways, merry-go-round, Meet Max the K-9 Police Dog and more! (more info)
Youth Baseball and Softball Day at the Carnegie Science Center | August 5
Children wearing a youth baseball or softball jersey to the Science Center on August 5th will receive FREE admission! (more info)
EQT Three Rivers Regatta | August 5 – 7
Live entertainment, water, air, and land events, craft and food vendors, children’s activities, boat races and more! Just of few of the fun activities to experience at this year’s Regatta! (more info)
August Wilson Community Park Celebration | August 6
Celebrate the grand reopening of Pittsburgh’s newest park and playground – the August Wilson Community Park. Ribbon-cutting, family-friendly activities, food trucks, and fun for all! (more info)
Soergel’s Peach Festival | August 7
Bring the whole family to Soergel’s for games, prizes, petting zoo, pony rides and plenty of peachy fun! (more info)
Kindergarten… Here I Come! at the Children’s Museum | August 13
This event at the Children’s Museum is free to every child entering kindergarten and one accompanying parent/caregiver. Meet Daniel Tiger, board a real school bus, meet a crossing guard, enjoy free books, a t-shirt and more! (more info)
FREE Admission Day at the Carnegie Science Center | August 14
Free admission to the Science Center and Highmark Sportsworks, all day! (more info)
Kids’ Day in Schenley Plaza | August 14
Don’t miss tons of free activities for children under the tent at Schenley Plaza including face painting, a balloon artist and free rides on the PNC Carousel. (more info)
Free Family Fun Night at Meadows Racetrack | August 19
Free family fun featuring a petting zoo, face painting, games, pony rides, meet and greet with a racehorse, inflatables, freebies, balloon animals, an obstacle course and much more! Also, purchase tickets to buffet dinner in advance to benefit CASA for Kids, Inc. Washington County. (more info)
Great American Banana Split Celebration | August 26 – 28
Celebrate the birthplace of the the Banana Split, in Latrobe! Concerts, eating contests, farmers market, two kids areas and of course, plenty of ice cream! (more info)
Play Pittsburgh’s Calendar
There’s so much going on in August! Find events easier by using Play Pittsburgh’s “search” on the event calendar.
- Location: Type in any zip code or city name to find events happening near you. If you view as “map,” a convenient map will not only display interactive pins, but also list only the events you’re searching for.
- Date: Looking for something fill time on a particular day? No problem! You can search and view events by each week or even daily.
- Keyword Search: Search terms such as “Free” / “Outdoor” / “Festivals” / “Museums” / etc.
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