Sports
- Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Cincinnati Reds – PNC Park hosts a four-game series starting Thursday, Jul 2 through Sunday, Jul 4. Fireworks after the Friday and Saturday games! Tickets: pirates.com.
- Riverhounds SC vs. Miami FC – Highmark Stadium, Saturday Jul 4 at 7:00 PM. Post-match fireworks. riverhounds.com.
Music & Nightlife
- Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra: Star-Spangled Spectacular – Heinz Hall, Friday Jul 3 and Saturday Jul 4 at 8:00 PM. Patriotic favorites with fireworks. pittsburghsymphony.org.
- Stage AE – Check their calendar for shows; often hosts outdoor concerts. stageae.com.
- Thunderbird Cafe & Music Hall – Lawrenceville venue with local acts. Check thunderbirdcafemusichall.com for schedule.
Arts & Culture
- First Fridays at the Children's Museum – Pittsburgh Children's Museum, Friday Jul 3, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Free admission for Allegheny County residents. pittsburghkids.org.
- Mattress Factory – Open through the week. Current exhibition: "Urban Garden". mattress.org.
- Carnegie Museum of Art – Ongoing exhibitions. cmoa.org.
Food & Drink
- Bloomfield Saturday Market – Saturday Jul 4, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM on Liberty Avenue. Local produce, crafts, and food trucks. bloomfieldsaturdaymarket.com.
- Strip District – Open daily; visit Pennsylvania Macaroni Co. or Wholey's for fresh seafood. Great for a weekend stroll.
Family & Outdoors
- Fourth of July Fireworks – Point State Park, Saturday Jul 4 at 9:30 PM. The city's main display. Free. pittsburghpa.gov.
- Phipps Conservatory – Summer Flower Show: "Tropical Paradise". Open daily. phipps.conservatory.org.
- Kayaking on the Three Rivers – Rentals available at Kayak Pittsburgh. kayakpittsburgh.org.
Note: Many venues require advance tickets or reservations. Check websites for updated hours and COVID-19 protocols. Have a safe and fun week!
