Art All Night is an annual community art show in Pittsburgh’s Lawrenceville neighborhood that goes from 4 pm, Saturday April 26th until 2 pm Sunday, April 27th. Members of the community started the event as a way to showcase art–with no fee, censorship or jury. The mission of Art All Night is to include everyone’s…
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The Children's Museum of Pittsburgh will open one hour early for families with individuals on the Autism Spectrum. Regular admission rates apply. The Museum will open to the public at 10:00 am and families are welcome to stay and continue to explore the Museum.
$11 – $13
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Let loose and play with the Pittsburgh Play Collaborative! Join in a day of fun, free activities for kids and adults at Schenley Plaza and Carnegie Museum of Art. The Ultimate Play Day is a day to hula hoop with recycled materials; balance to play Hunker Hauser; build with the Imagination Playground; run with larger-than-life cardboard soccer…
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Fun Buy the Pound is a toy store where you can build with LEGO or K'Nex and then buy your creation by the weight. Grand re-opening to celebrate the renovation of their play space with enlarged the play area.
$3 At Latitude 40 (360) kids 12 yrs and under get a free kids meal, a free movie ticket and a free $5 game card with each purchase of an adult entree. Latitude 40 (360) is 65,000 sq ft and Pittsburgh’s luxury entertainment venue. Latitude 360 Pittsburgh includes a game room with over 70 interactive video &… At Latitude 40 (360) kids 12 yrs and under get a free kids meal, a free movie ticket and a free $5 game card with each purchase of an adult entree. Latitude 40 (360) is 65,000 sq ft and Pittsburgh’s luxury entertainment venue. Latitude 360 Pittsburgh includes a game room with over 70 interactive video &… |
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4 events,Oh, the Things You Can Think! Seussical is a fantastical, magical, musical extravaganza that brings to life all of your favorite Dr. Seuss friends. Bursting with frivolity and imagination, the colorful characters transport us from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus to the invisible world of the Whos. The musical score is top…
$12.25 – $39.75
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Mini-Factory is a FREE interactive learning program at the Mattress Factory Museum. It's designed specifically for children ages 3-6 years old and their parents and/or caregivers that uses contemporary installation art as the basis for enabling parents and educators to explore education ideas. Young children will explore a variety of themes and installations at the…
Free The Children's Museum presents Tot Moves every Thursday from 11:00am - 11:30am. The program is designed to bring out each child's creative side, tots dance, play and express themselves through a variety of movement and music activities. This special program is for toddlers ages 18 months through 4 years old and their caregivers. Sessions are free…
FREE with Admission
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The Allegheny Observatory is an astronomical research institution, a part of the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Pittsburgh. The facility is listed on the National Register of Historical Places and is designated as a Pennsylvania state and Pittsburgh History and Landmarks Foundation historic landmark. Night tours are every Thursday from from April through August. All tours begin at 8 p.m. and last until approximately 10 p.m.…
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2 events,The Carnegie Science Center hosts overnight sleepovers. Bring your family or Scout troop on a science siesta! Discover the science of shuteye as you explore circadian rhythms and hibernation. Investigate ultraviolet light in our glow room. Test your reflexes in our simulated sleep deprivation challenge and make a sleep mask to help you slumber the…
$35 |
5 events,Visit Assemble for Saturday Crafternoons. They promote project-based learning, hands-on making, experimentation and community engagement for youth ages 5-10 through free DIY workshops with local makers. This year, Crafternoons are offering more make-and-take activities, creating new DIY community-focused projects, connecting STEAM learning with craft, introducing environmental issues to youth, and catalyzing the creation of an Assemble DIY.org…
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The Frick Art and Historical hosts a family friendly event. Fruits and vegetables may stay put but young artists don't! Come along as they wiggle and giggle around the gallery in this lively look at the still life paintings in the Warner Collection.
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Admission to Planet Bounce is FREE for the celebration of their grand opening event! Enjoy a first look at Pittsburgh's newest indoor inflatable bounce house. Visitors will also enjoy snacks, crafts, games and more!
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2 events,Celebrate the Pittsburgh Zoo's rhino family with a fiesta! See baby Janine and mom receive a special treat. Enjoy authentic music while making a festive craft.
$13 – $15 |
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2 events,The event raised nearly 8 million dollars last year for local non-profits! The Day of Giving 2014 will run from 6:00 a.m. until 12:00 a.m. (Midnight.) This event is part of Give Local America, the national day for community foundations across the country. Public 501c3 nonprofit organizations that primarily serve Allegheny, Butler or Westmoreland Counties, and… |
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Come and join Venture Outdoors for a Tyke Hike! Parents and caregivers with children: newborn to 5 years old are welcome. Explore nature, touch the trees and look for little critters on these easy walks in the park. Hikes will be trail-friendly for strollers, slings, child-carriers or on foot. Strollers must be able to maneuver…
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Come and join Venture Outdoors for a Tyke Hike! Parents and caregivers with children: newborn to 5 years old are welcome. Explore nature, touch the trees and look for little critters on these easy walks in the park. Hikes will be trail-friendly for strollers, slings, child-carriers or on foot. Strollers must be able to maneuver…
$10 This weekly program at the Children's Museum is ideal for children ages 18 months through 3 years and their caregivers. Children will learn through hands-on activities, songs, creative movement and storytime inspired by each week’s theme. Offered every Tuesday and Wednesday, 11:00 am - noon. Check the Children's Museum Calendar of Events for the weekly Tot Time theme and…
$6 – $8 |
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The Allegheny Observatory is an astronomical research institution, a part of the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Pittsburgh. The facility is listed on the National Register of Historical Places and is designated as a Pennsylvania state and Pittsburgh History and Landmarks Foundation historic landmark. Night tours are every Thursday from from April through August. All tours begin at 8 p.m. and last until approximately 10 p.m.… |
5 events,Celebrate spring at Phipps Conservatories perennially popular May Market, a bustling marketplace where Phipps horticulturists, local garden clubs, nurseries, farms and other vendors come together for a plant sale of ultra-green proportions. May Market is free and open to the public, and in honor of National Public Gardens Day, Conservatory admission is 50-percent off during event hours.…
$1 – $2 The Carnegie Science Center hosts overnight sleepovers. Bring your family or Scout troop on a science siesta! Discover the science of shuteye as you explore circadian rhythms and hibernation. Investigate ultraviolet light in our glow room. Test your reflexes in our simulated sleep deprivation challenge and make a sleep mask to help you slumber the…
$35
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Teens take over The Warhol! This multi-faceted program features teens' unique take on Warhol and their creative expressions infusing and energizing the entire museum—its programming, interpretation, and display. Highlights of the program are: Fashion show Various performances Visiting artists Art making Dance party with DJ Refreshments
$10 – $20
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Every year the Annual Festival gathers the best ethnic performs in the area. The dancers have the most colorful costumes and dance ethnic dances from variety of nationalities. Musicians play traditional instruments from many cultures of the world! Watch our talented performers on stage, and participate in FREE Dance Lessons form all over the World! Each culture/nationality decorates…
$5 – $12 |
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Let your little ones dress up as their favorite dinosaurs and come to the museum for a truly amazing family event! Eat a hearty breakfast with a pterosaur-eye view of your favorite Mesozoic herbivores and carnivores in Dinosaurs in Their Time! At 8:40 a.m., the tables are cleared for very special hands-on activities developed especially for Breakfast…
$15 – $80
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The entire family can join in the fun at Schramm Farms Spring Festival. Children's Activities 11am - 3pm: Kids Crafts available to make for $2 11am - 3pm: Decorate a cook with Grandma's Country Oven Bake Shoppe $1 Family Fun 10am, Noon & 2pm: Hayrides through the apple orchard $5 Plus TONS of fun activities…
$1 – $5
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Round Hills Farm and park presents "Down on the Farm Day." Round Hill Farm is a exhibit farm with fun things to do and see for kids of all ages. 11am - 12pm: Explore the Farm and meet the animals 12am - 1pm: Annual Sheep Shearing 1pm - 2pm: Sing Along with Old McDonald and…
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4 events,Run Race For The Cure to end breast cancer and enjoy free rides on the PNC Carousel in Schenley Plaza.
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Mothers receive FREE admission to the Zoo when accompanied by a child. Happy Mother's Day!
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Mothers receive FREE admission to the Zoo when accompanied by a child. Happy Mother's Day! |
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2 events,Live performances engage people from different cultures and perspectives, showing them different ways to express ideas. This year the 28th Festival moves to downtown Pittsburgh’s vibrant Cultural District, showcasing classic Festival experiences as well as new adventures, performances and theater. See website for showtimes and ticket prices. Other Events & Activities: 30 or more FREE…
Free Live performances engage people from different cultures and perspectives, showing them different ways to express ideas. This year the 28th Festival moves to downtown Pittsburgh’s vibrant Cultural District, showcasing classic Festival experiences as well as new adventures, performances and theater. See website for showtimes and ticket prices. Other Events & Activities: 30 or more FREE…
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Come and join Venture Outdoors for a Tyke Hike! Parents and caregivers with children: newborn to 5 years old are welcome. Explore nature, touch the trees and look for little critters on these easy walks in the park. Hikes will be trail-friendly for strollers, slings, child-carriers or on foot. Strollers must be able to maneuver…
$10 The best Market in Downtown! Enjoy fresh baked pastries, pies, fresh flower arrangements, hot foods and more! Every Thursday from 10 am - 2 pm. Downtown’s showcase Farmers Market has returned to Market Square…and it’s even bigger and better than ever! Now in its 10th season, the popular Market Square Farmers Market is a great…
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The Allegheny Observatory is an astronomical research institution, a part of the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Pittsburgh. The facility is listed on the National Register of Historical Places and is designated as a Pennsylvania state and Pittsburgh History and Landmarks Foundation historic landmark. Night tours are every Thursday from from April through August. All tours begin at 8 p.m. and last until approximately 10 p.m.…
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4 events,Celebrate at Nemacolin Castle National Pike Road Festival, or Pike Days as its popularly known, which will take place on the castle grounds May 16-17-18. Along with food, craft vendors, Colonial and Civil War reenactments and musical entertainment, there will be special hours for History Tours (Fri: noon to 5pm / Sat. & Sun: 11am to 5pm)…
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The Food Revolution team, in partnership with chef Jamie Oliver, is presenting the 2nd annual Food Revolution day at the Obama Academy. It's the largest Food Revolution Day events globally with attendance of over 5,000. This event is free and includes 85+ exhibitors, 20+ chefs, a petting zoo, dunk tank, live mural, and soccer tournament so bring the…
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As a part of “Bright Night: A Larimer Light Festival”, Pittsburgh native Brandon Marshall will be conducting a camp that provides local youth a chance to develop both the on field skills necessary to performing at the next higher level as well as develop off field skills crucial to success at life in general. Pre-register online.
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Nature Discovery Days at the South Park Nature Center is for kids only! Two 2-hour sessions explore the natural world around us. *Pre-registration Required
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Seventh annual Touch-A-Truck in the Strip District at 15th & Smallman Streets hosted by The Junior League of Pittsburgh. Let your kids get behind the wheel, honk the horns and meet the men and women who drive the trucks. Tickets for all attendees 12 months and older can be purchased online for $4 or at the event…
$4 |
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In celebration of the kickoff of The Warhol’s 20th anniversary and American Art Museum Day, the museum will be open free to the public. Special activities include: Midnight – 2 am Notorious NYC DJ’s AndrewAndrew 11am – 5pm Hands-on art making and studio programs exploring Warhol’s artistic practices 3pm Author talk and book signing: Holy…
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Former Pittsburgh Pirate Jim Rooker will be in our store this afternoon signing copies of his books, Paul the Baseball, Kitt the Mitt! and Matt the Bat! These books are perfect for children young and old, and for baseball fans just the same. |
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Mini-Factory is a FREE interactive learning program designed specifically for children ages 3-6 years old and their parents and/or caregivers that uses contemporary installation art as the basis for enabling parents and educators to explore education ideas. Young children will explore a variety of themes and installations at the Mattress Factory, participate in story time…
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Join Venture Outdoors at Allegheny Commons for a Tykes & Tandems kayak experience. Start with a walk along the paved paths through the park, share your favorite nature stories and end at Lake Elizabeth where the kayaks await! No experience needed. Kayak lesson and snack are included. Minimum weight is 35 pounds. One adult per…
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Join Venture Outdoors at Allegheny Commons for a Tykes & Tandems kayak experience. Start with a walk along the paved paths through the park, share your favorite nature stories and end at Lake Elizabeth where the kayaks await! No experience needed. Kayak lesson and snack are included. Minimum weight is 35 pounds. One adult per…
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After closing for the day on Thursday, May 22, we will re-open our gates, letting Pittsburgh Zoo'z social media followers have the Zoo to themselves for a few hours. The evening will include several behind-the-scenes visits so make sure you bring your camera to catch a lasting memory.
$20 – $25
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The Allegheny Observatory is an astronomical research institution, a part of the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Pittsburgh. The facility is listed on the National Register of Historical Places and is designated as a Pennsylvania state and Pittsburgh History and Landmarks Foundation historic landmark. Night tours are every Thursday from from April through August. All tours begin at 8 p.m. and last until approximately 10 p.m.…
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3 events,FRIDAY, MAY 23 6:00 P.M. FLAG RETIREMENT CEREMONY 7:30 P.M. PATRIOTIC MUSIC 9:00 P.M. OR WHEN DARK CELEBRATION OF SERVICE FIREWORKS SATURDAY, MAY 24 10:30 A.M. MEMORIAL SERVICE AT THE COAST GUARD STATION SUNDAY, MAY 25 11:00 A.M. VETERANS MEMORIAL SERVICE Sewickley Lighthouse Baptist Church 301 Beaver Street MONDAY, MAY 26 10:00 A.M. 123rd ANNUAL MEMORIAL…
Free FRIDAY, MAY 23 6:00 P.M. FLAG RETIREMENT CEREMONY 7:30 P.M. PATRIOTIC MUSIC 9:00 P.M. OR WHEN DARK CELEBRATION OF SERVICE FIREWORKS SATURDAY, MAY 24 10:30 A.M. MEMORIAL SERVICE AT THE COAST GUARD STATION SUNDAY, MAY 25 11:00 A.M. VETERANS MEMORIAL SERVICE Sewickley Lighthouse Baptist Church 301 Beaver Street MONDAY, MAY 26 10:00 A.M. 123rd ANNUAL MEMORIAL…
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As part of the Kids Zone at the Pittsburgh Fitness Expo, Kidz of Steel will present the 60 Second Max-Rep Challenge. Do you have what it takes to set a new record? Prove it! Free competition (male / female seperate divisions) 9 years old & under 10-13 years old 14+ years old Friday May 23rd…
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5 events,Looking for things to do in Pittsburgh on holiday weekends? Well, celebrate the holiday on a cruise and enjoy great savings! All Kids 12 and under ride any One Hour/Evening Sightseeing, Kings Good Ship Lollipop, or Ice Cream Social Cruise for JUST $1 Check their website for a full list of sailing time for the One Hour…
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Bring the whole family to the Children’s Discovery Garden for a day of hands-on, sensory fun. At Discovery Garden Day, games, potting stations, crafts and more will cover a variety of nature-inspired topics, uncovering the fascinating world of pollinators, the life cycle of plants from seed to fruit, and the botanical origins of the foods…
FREE with Admission
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Join American's largest firework festival taking place at Hartwood Acres in Allegheny County. This family friendly event not only offers some of the best pyrotechnic displays ever seen (during the day and night), there's also a special salute to the troops, live music, great food, and even a kid zone for the little ones. Children…
$15 – $23 |
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Sundays are Kids Days! Every Sunday home game is a Kids Day. Join in the fun and games at the #1 Cochran Family Fun Zone on Federal Street from 11am-1pm, get a kid-friendly Pirates item at the gates (most Sundays) for kids ages 14 & younger with paid admission to the game, and then stick around after the…
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10 events,Pennsylvania residents and non-residents can legally fish without a license. Its a great way to introduce someone to the world of fishing! All other fishing rules and regulations still apply.
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The American Legion’s Annual Parade and Cemetery Service on Memorial Day strive towards public awareness and remembrance of those who gave their lives for freedom—the supreme sacrifice for their country. Marchers carrying flags representing each service branch will participate and escort 8-10 riflemen who will serve as an honor guard attending to the flags. Prior…
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The American Legion’s Annual Parade and Cemetery Service on Memorial Day strive towards public awareness and remembrance of those who gave their lives for freedom—the supreme sacrifice for their country. Marchers carrying flags representing each service branch will participate and escort 8-10 riflemen who will serve as an honor guard attending to the flags. Prior…
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Parade begins at 9am. Participants meet near Immaculate Conception Church, Second and Oak streets. Program following at Irwin Union Cemetery.
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1 event,Got Homework? Need help? BRING IT! There are free snacks and big brains to help you. You probably know the answers already any way. Sometimes it just easier when you have a friend. All grades welcome! Just come on by!
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Join in rededicating Mellon Square, Downtown Pittsburgh's emerald oasis! The Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy, the City of Pittsburgh, the Pittsburgh Parking Authority, the Pittsburgh History & Landmarks Foundation, and BNY Mellon invite you to witness history with the re-dedication of Downtown Pittsburgh's iconic Mellon Square. Experience the new life of this historic Downtown green-space with a public…
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The Allegheny Observatory is an astronomical research institution, a part of the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Pittsburgh. The facility is listed on the National Register of Historical Places and is designated as a Pennsylvania state and Pittsburgh History and Landmarks Foundation historic landmark. Night tours are every Thursday from from April through August. All tours begin at 8 p.m. and last until approximately 10 p.m.…
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Western Pennsylvania’s favorite magician, Al Mazing, is back! His tricks will astound! Sign up for summer reading, too! Please register.
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Western Pennsylvania’s favorite magician, Al Mazing, is back! His tricks will astound! Sign up for summer reading, too! Please register.
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4 events,Fun Slides will be opening its second location in the North Hills. Fun Slides Carpet Park is a 12,000 sq ft indoor play area with ramps, jumps and grind rails under a blacklight atmosphere. It's a safe yet thrilling alternative to skate boarding, inline and ice skating, carpet skating is fun for all ages. Unlike other sports that take…
$2.50 – $11
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Free health fair in front of new Weirton Medical Center office location. Screening, giveaways, refreshment and activities from the Children's Museum.
Free Create a one-of-a-kind gift for dad, grandpa, uncle or any special man in your life. Saturday Light Brigade staff will conduct an interview about that person and record it on a CD that can be decorated, affixed to a special card and brought home that day. Kids and adults can record alone or together and can… Create a one-of-a-kind gift for dad, grandpa, uncle or any special man in your life. Saturday Light Brigade staff will conduct an interview about that person and record it on a CD that can be decorated, affixed to a special card and brought home that day. Kids and adults can record alone or together and can… |
