Events

Phipps Summer Flower Show – Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland

The summer shows at Phipps Conservatory are always bright and vibrant, and 2026's Summer Flower Show goes through the looking glass with Alice's Adventures in Wonderland!

Check out rooms decorated with the Queen of Hearts, Cheshire Cat, the Mad Hatter's Tea Party, and so much more in this one.

As with all flower shows at Phipps Conservatory, we do not like to give away what you can see at all the rooms. So in this one, we wanted to share a few of our favorites. To see the rest, well, you'll have to visit for yourself!

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Enjoy Music All Summer Long in Allegheny County Parks

We love seeing live music in the area, and there are no shortage of great concert venues in Pittsburgh to check out a show.     

But some of the best music experiences in Pittsburgh are when free music performances pop up, and one of our favorites is during the Allegheny County Summer Concert Series which takes place at two great locations in the county!

We made our way up to Hartwood Acres to check out a show and wanted to share a bit more about what you can expect and how to get the most out of these free events!

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Scraposaurs Invade Pittsburgh Botanic Garden in 2026

The Pittsburgh Botanic Garden in Oakdale is one of our favorite nature spaces in southwest Pennsylvania, and its mission to convert the former industrial site into a collection of beautiful gardens is nothing short of impressive.

One element of the gardens that we love, in addition to the nature, of course, is that they often have extra art and decorations that change throughout the years. In 2026, the Scraposaurs have invaded the garden, and these dinosaurs made out of reclaimed metal fit in just right with the reclaimed nature of the park itself!

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The Carnegie International is a Once Every Four Year Treat

Move over, Olympics, the art world has its own once every four-year special event!

The Carnegie International at the Carnegie Museum of Art is the longest-running international art show in North America, and showcases works from artists from around the world every four years (okay, fine, four years-ish).

We got to check out the 2026-2027 Carnegie International during a media preview event, and this one really showcases the theme, If The Word We, quite beautifully.

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10 Great Ways to Celebrate the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh

NFL Draft Week in Pittsburgh is here!

We are really thrilled that Pittsburgh was chosen to be the home of the 2026 Draft, and for those who are visiting, rest assured, our city knows how to throw a party. From the big event at Acrisure Stadium itself (okay, fine, it'll always be Heinz Field to us) to numerous pop-up events throughout the North Shore, downtown, and throughout the city, there really is a lot to do during this one.

So whether you're coming into the city to check out the NFL Draft or are a local and want to get in on all of the football-themed fun, we've got you covered with some of the top things to do during the Draft!

Note: Most of the areas with programming will have metal detectors at entrances. The NFL's clear bag rules are in effect in virtually every event space in the city mentioned in this one. You may be asked to show your QR code for admittance to the Draft area and Point State Park; however, during our visits we were not asked to show ours.

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Seven Springs Pond Skim is an End of Season Blast

We didn't choose the ski life, the ski life chose us.

In recent years, we've been hitting the slopes at our area ski resorts more and more. Along with it, comes jumping into all things ski culture with the fun events and festivities scheduled throughout each season.

But there is one that should be toward the top of your list, and that is the end of season Pond Skim. At Seven Springs, this one is quite a blast!

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The Dirty Dozen is a Unique Bike Race in Pittsburgh

For years, we had heard stories about the insane bike race known as the Dirty Dozen.

Riders from all over come together to ride a baker's dozen of Pittsburgh's steepest streets, and is an event that even us as bicycle enthusiasts hesitate over the insanity of it all.

In 2025, I finally got a chance to check out part of this ride, at the incredibly steep Canton Avenue leg of the race, and wanted to share more about what you can expect when taking this ride in!

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10 of the Best Places for Christmas Lights in Pittsburgh

There are many reasons to love the holiday season in Pittsburgh, and perhaps one of the most amazing ones is your ability to see many beautiful Christmas lights all over the region.

From the holiday displays downtown, to the many drive-thru light shows, and more, there really is no shortage of impressive Christmas lights in Pittsburgh. So in this one, we wanted to curate all the best places where you can see holiday lights and decorations in the region!

Note: Many of the experiences below are drive-thru light displays such that you can enjoy the holiday lights and decorations from the comfort of your own car. However, we felt we would be doing you a disservice if we didn't mention a few other light viewing opportunities that take place outside of your car as well!

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Pittsburgh Black Friday Deals to Check Out in 2025

Who doesn't love a great discount? Naturally, the Black Friday to Cyber Monday shopping weekend presents a wealth of shopping opportunities with discounted prices.

Naturally, Pittsburgh businesses and attractions are getting in on the Black Friday celebration as well.

So in this one, we thought we would share some of the best deals that we see popping up on our feeds to help you get the most out of exploring the city. From annual memberships and season passes to special releases at area breweries and distilleries, we've found some gems!

  • Notes: The following is a quick summary of some of our favorite deals we have found so far. Black Friday deals tend to come out on an on-going basis and we will be updating this article over time as we find more- so check back in the lead up to (and on) Black Friday for the most up-to-date set of deals. Additional terms and conditions may apply that are not included in our summary, please read deals in full prior to purchasing. Some discounts may be available now, while other promotions may only occur on Black Friday or Cyber Monday.
  • Although we're not offering a Black Friday special on our new book in 2025, we'd love it if you picked up a copy of The Pittsburgh Guidebook if you're doing any shopping as well!

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Phipps Conservatory’s Winter Flower Show – Holiday Magic

When it comes to holiday festivities, one of the best places in Pittsburgh to visit is Phipps Conservatory. Their winter flower show, which typically begins before Thanksgiving and runs until early January, is a celebration of the holiday season with festive art pieces, an array of gorgeous winter flowers, and some of the most beautifully decorated Christmas trees in Pittsburgh.

The 2025-2026 flower show is themed Holiday Magic and takes an elegant look at all things Christmas. With traditional decorations and subtle design elements, this one is simply beautiful.

As members of the conservatory, we got the chance to visit early in the season (running until January 4th, 2026) and wanted to share a few of our favorite rooms here!

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