Homewood Library – A Hidden Jewel: Celebrating 116 Years of Greatness Presented by: Friends of Homewood Library Date: Friday, May 1, 2026 Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Doors at 5:30 PM) Location: Homewood Library, 7101 Hamilton Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15208 Admission: Free | No refunds Parking: Free About the Celebration: Join us as we celebrate 116 amazing years of the Homewood Library. Discover the stories, Read more...

Trillium Garden Club Plant Sale Presented by: Trillium Garden Club of the Fox Chapel Area Date: Saturday, May 2, 2026 Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Location: O’Hara Township Community Park, Fox Chapel Road, Pittsburgh, PA (O’Hara Township) Admission: Free About the Sale: The Trillium Garden Club welcomes spring with its annual fundraiser plant sale. A wide selection of plants will be available, including: Annuals Read more...

Joomchi Paper Workshop with Rae Gold Presented by: Contemporary Craft Date: Saturday, May 2, 2026 Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM Location: Contemporary Craft – Timmons Studios, Papers Studio (First Floor), 5688 Butler St., Pittsburgh, PA 15201 Tuition: $65 + $25 materials fee Refund Policy: Refunds available up to 7 days before event ($25 cancellation fee applies) About the Workshop: Learn the ancient art of Joomchi—the Read more...

AWAACC Youth Writers Camp 2026 Presented by: August Wilson African American Cultural Center Dates: Saturdays, March 14 – May 2, 2026 (Five sessions + Showcase) Times: Virtual Sessions 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM | In‑Person Sessions 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM Location (In‑Person): August Wilson African American Cultural Center, 980 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 Showcase: Friday, May 15, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 Read more...

Pittsburgh Mac and Cheese Festival 2026 Presented by: TasteUSA Food and Drink Festivals Date: Saturday, May 2, 2026 Time: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM (Two sessions available) Location: 3 Crossings, 2865 Railroad Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 (Strip District) Tickets: On sale now | No refunds Age: 21+ to consume alcohol (valid ID required) About the Festival: The cheesiest event in Pittsburgh returns for its fourth Read more...

Journeys in Movement: A Multicultural Dance Showcase Date: Saturday, May 2, 2026 Time: 2:00 PM Location: The Frick Pittsburgh Tickets: $15 members, $20 non‑members, $10 students About the Event: Bridging past and present through movement and music, this performance explores the paths of early immigrants inspired by the “Lewis Hine Pictures America” exhibition. Allegro Dance Company, Grecian Odyssey Dancers, and the Shovlin Academy of Read more...

Pittsburgh Playhouse 2025–2026 Season Location: Pittsburgh Playhouse at Point Park University, 350 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PADetails: For 90 years, the Pittsburgh Playhouse has served as a hub for creative performance in the city. Their 2025–2026 season honors that legacy with a vibrant mix of professional and student-led theatre, dance, music, and community events. Highlights include the return of The Chief, Read more...

Walking/Hiking Tour at McConnells Mill State Park with Author Tory Mather Presented by: Reedy Press Book: Scenic Natural Wonders of Pennsylvania by Tory Mather Date: Sunday, May 3, 2026 Time: 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM Location: McConnells Mill State Park, 1436 Shaffer Rd, Portersville, PA 16051 Admission: Ticketed (open to the public) About the Event: Join author Tory Mather for a guided walking and hiking tour at McConnells Mill State Read more...

Autumn in Spring: 20th Anniversary Celebration Presented by: Autumn House Press Date: Monday, May 4, 2026 Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM Location: Duquesne Club, 325 Sixth Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15222 Benefiting: Autumn House Press – Pittsburgh’s only independent literary press Attire: Cocktail encouraged About the Event: This special evening marks 20 years of uniting Pittsburgh’s philanthropic and literary circles. Notable Pittsburghers share their favorite poems Read more...

4 the Love of the Dance Cancer Research Gala – Weekend Pass $140 Presented by: Teamex LLC Dates: Thursday, May 7 – Saturday, May 9, 2026 Location: Wyndham Grand Downtown Pittsburgh (Thursday/Friday/Saturday Jazz) + August Wilson African American Cultural Center (Saturday Gala) Tickets: Weekend Pass $140 | Single event tickets available Early Bird Discount: Ends April 15, 2026 About the Event: Three elegant evenings of Read more...