Pittsburgh thrives as a city with a bustling arts and culture scene. Whether it’s plays, music, paintings, photography, dance, sculptures, or social causes, we’re at the forefront of it all. September 15-21 in Pittsburgh proves just how much this city loves its creativity. Plus, each event below showcases themes that are close to the community’s heart such as preserving nature, the magic of music, and exploring togetherness. Don’t wait any longer to immerse yourself in the art of the Steel City.
Pittsburgh Events Happening September 15-21

The Art and Science of Rafael Lucas Rodríguez Caballero
September 16–December 17, Carnegie Mellon University
This fall, the Hunt Institute for Botanical Documentation presents a retrospective celebrating the Art and Science of Rafael Lucas Rodríguez Caballero, a Costa Rican botanist, artist, and educator. The exhibition features original watercolors, notebooks, and hand-drawn studies, including many of the 1,000+ orchid illustrations he painted.

15th Annual Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival
September 18-September 21, AWAACC & Downtown Pittsburgh
Celebrate 15 years of world-class jazz in the heart of Pittsburgh! The Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival, co-presented by Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, returns this fall with a lineup of jazz legends and rising stars alike. Featured artists include Branford Marsalis, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Bilal, Jazzmeia Horn, Keith David, and many others.

GLOW
September 19, Schenley Plaza
Glow for a cause at the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy’s annual Glow in the Park fundraiser. This party lights up Schenley Plaza with dazzling lights and music by DJ Digital Dave. Guests can indulge in chef-curated light bites, custom cocktails, and a sweet treat bar, all while enjoying a tarot card reader and other interactive surprises.

In This Moment – Texture Contemporary Ballet
September 19–21, New Hazlett Theater
Join in on Texture Contemporary Ballet’s 15th anniversary season with In This Moment. The evening features three world premieres including the long-awaited revival of The Art of Conversation by Pittsburgh choreographer Shana Simmons. Its themes of communication and compassion feel more relevant than ever.

Another Kind of Silence
September 20-October 12, City Theatre
Another Kind of Silence is a bilingual, bicultural world premiere presented in English as well as American Sign Language. This groundbreaking production makes City Theatre history while offering a moving story that speaks to the heart about a chance meeting in Athens, Greece.
Story by Kylie Thomas
Featured Photo by Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy
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