All Festivals

Acrisure Stadium Kickoff & Rib Fest Aug. 28–Sept. 1 | Acrisure Stadium, North ShoreDig into award-winning ribs and BBQ while enjoying free concerts and family fun. Kids can play games and ride attractions, while sports fans catch Pitt vs. Duquesne University at the stadium. A classic Pittsburgh Labor Day tradition. Photography Courtesy of Alexandru-Bogdan Ghita For more information, visit here! Find Read more...

A Soulful Taste of the Burgh Aug. 29–31 | Market SquareCelebrate soul food and Black culinary pioneers in Downtown Pittsburgh Soulful Tasteof the Burgh, the Pittsburgh Soul Food Festival. Enjoy fried chicken, ribs, mac and cheese, collard greens, seafood, and classic desserts. With over 100 small business vendors, live entertainment, and cultural performances, the festival kicks off with Howard Hewitt Read more...

34th Annual Pittsburgh Irish Festival Friday, September 5 (4pm – 11pm) Saturday, September 6 (11am – 11pm) Sunday, September 7 (9am – 5pm) Carrie Blast Furnaces National Historic Landmark Celebrate the rich heritage of the Emerald Isle at the 34th Annual Pittsburgh Irish Festival, a three-day Celtic celebration packed with music, dance, storytelling, and Irish pride. Set against the dramatic backdrop of the Carrie Read more...

Get ready, Pittsburgh! The Original Pittsburgh Taco Festival is back for another year of flavor, music, and community spirit. On Saturday, September 6, 2025, head over to 3 Crossings (2865 Railroad St.) in the Strip District for a day packed with delicious tacos and vibrant entertainment. What to Expect This year’s festival promises an even bigger and better experience with: Read more...

Pittsburgh Brewing Company’s annual OktoberfestDates: Saturday, September 13 & Saturday, September 27, 2025Location: Pittsburgh Brewing Company, 150 Ferry Street, Creighton, PADetails: Celebrate autumn on the Allegheny River at Pittsburgh Brewing Company’s annual Oktoberfest. The family-friendly festival features two full Saturdays of live music, authentic German food, craft vendors, and the limited-edition release of Herman’s Best Oktoberfest lager. Guests can enjoy Read more...

15th Annual Pittsburgh International Jazz FestivalAugust Wilson African American Cultural Center & Downtown Pittsburgh Celebrate 15 years of world-class jazz in the heart of Pittsburgh! The Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival (PIJF), co-presented by Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, returns this fall with an unforgettable lineup of jazz legends, rising stars, and boundary-pushing performances. This year’s eclectic lineup includes Branford Marsalis, Read more...

Glory Daze Vintage & Custom Motorcycle Show Sept. 20 (12–7 PM) & Sept. 21 (10 AM–3 PM) | Iron City Brewing Rev up for one of Pittsburgh’s most exciting celebrations of motorcycle and car culture. The Glory Daze Vintage & Custom Motorcycle Show is a two-day festival showcasing over 100 custom bikes and hot rods, along with a full slate Read more...

Glory Daze Vintage & Custom Motorcycle Show Sept. 20 (12–7 PM) & Sept. 21 (10 AM–3 PM) | Iron City Brewing Rev up for one of Pittsburgh’s most exciting celebrations of motorcycle and car culture. The Glory Daze Vintage & Custom Motorcycle Show is a two-day festival showcasing over 100 custom bikes and hot rods, along with a full slate Read more...

Pittsburgh Brewing Company’s annual OktoberfestDates: Saturday, September 13 & Saturday, September 27, 2025Location: Pittsburgh Brewing Company, 150 Ferry Street, Creighton, PADetails: Celebrate autumn on the Allegheny River at Pittsburgh Brewing Company’s annual Oktoberfest. The family-friendly festival features two full Saturdays of live music, authentic German food, craft vendors, and the limited-edition release of Herman’s Best Oktoberfest lager. Guests can enjoy Read more...

Celebrate Pittsburgh’s iron-making legacy at the annual Festival of Combustion. Inspired by the historic Carrie Blast Furnaces, this one-of-a-kind event brings the industrial arts and American crafts to life. Families and visitors of all ages can enjoy hands-on activities, trade demonstrations, guided tours, and live music. As the day winds down, fireworks light up the sky to close out the Read more...