Meadowcroft Rockshelter and Historic Village opens for the 2026 season on May 2. Located in Avella, PA, Meadowcroft is home to the oldest known site of human habitation in North America. Visitors can tour the rockshelter, a reconstructed 16th-century Indian village, and a colonial homestead. Open Thursdays through Sundays, 10 AM to 4 PM throughout…
Active Bank of America, Merrill, or BofA Private Bank credit/debit cardholders receive complimentary general admission to Carnegie Museum of Art, Carnegie Museum of Natural History, and The Andy Warhol Museum on the first full weekend of each month (May 2–3, 2026). Use promo code BOFA at online checkout.
The Ligonier Valley Free Museum Day offers free admission to multiple museums along the Lincoln Highway on May 3. Organized by the Lincoln Highway Experience near Latrobe, PA, this annual event draws over 1,000 visitors who explore the rich history and culture of the Ligonier Valley region. It's a rare opportunity to visit several outstanding…
North Park Lounge Richland in Gibsonia hosts a special Mother & Daughter Paint Night on May 5, a wonderful way to celebrate your bond with a creative evening out. Guided by an instructor, pairs will create their own take-home masterpiece on canvas. No artistic experience is needed — just bring your mom or daughter and…
Baldwin Borough Public Library combines two great things — diamond art and donuts — for a fun drop-in craft event on May 5. Participants create sparkling diamond art pieces using a simple peel-and-stick process, making it accessible for all ages and skill levels. Sweet treats sweeten the crafting experience. Free and open to the public.…
Baldwin Borough Public Library's Artist Alley program features a cloud slime-making workshop on May 6. Kids will learn the science and art of making fluffy, stretchy cloud slime to take home as their own creation. This free drop-in crafts event is perfect for hands-on young makers. Located at 5230 Wolfe Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15236.
Kitty Queen Cat Rescue hosts a jewelry-making workshop where guests craft their own accessories while spending time with adorable, adoptable cats. This creative and heartwarming event combines a fun hands-on craft activity with the joy of meeting rescue cats in need of loving homes. Proceeds support the rescue's work caring for and rehoming cats. Located…
Allegheny County Parks presents Movies Under the Stars at Boyce Park featuring Superman. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets for this free outdoor screening at 7:00 PM. Movies Under the Stars is one of Allegheny County's most beloved summer traditions, offering free family films in beautiful park settings throughout the season. Check the county parks…
Second Saturdays at Meadowcroft Rockshelter and Historic Village offer enhanced programming and guided experiences at this remarkable outdoor history museum in Avella, PA. Open from 10 AM to 4 PM, visitors can tour the oldest-known site of human habitation in North America, a reconstructed 16th-century Indian village, and a colonial homestead. Admission is included in…
Old-fashioned sock hop at the Brentwood Public Library, 3501 Brownsville Rd, Pittsburgh PA, featuring music from the 50s to the 70s spun on real vinyl records by DJ Bruce Altemus. Dancing, food, and special decor. Pre-Mother's Day outing. Registration required. Free event.
