 2019 STATE OF DOWNTOWN PITTSBURGH REPORT
Last week, the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership released our 2019 State of Downtown Pittsburgh report. The eighth annual publication provides a comprehensive look at economic indicators across six sectors in Downtown Pittsburgh, as well as comparisons to peer Central Business Districts. The report allows trends to be identified, as well as opportunities for the PDP to focus resources to support the changing Downtown landscape.
“As we have produced this report for eight years, we continue to find that it provides us with valuable insight into development trends in Downtown,” said Jeremy Waldrup, President and CEO of the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership. “With 31 projects under construction representing new residential units, new hotels, and commercial redevelopment valued at $1.2 billion, we will continue to see significant growth in the heart of our city.”
View the complete report here.
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 CELEBRATE MOTHER'S DAY IN DOWNTOWN
Celebrate all of the amazing women in your life, at one of the many special events happening Downtown for Mother’s Day!
Treat mom to a delicious brunch at some of Downtown's finest hotels and restaurants, including the Omni William Penn Hotel, Fairmont Pittsburgh, Roost, and Ten Penny. Or click here for the full list of Downtown eateries and check out somewhere new for mom!
End the evening in style, with a ride on the Gateway Clipper for their Mother's Day Dinner, at a showing of The Sleeping Beauty with the PBT Orchestra at the Benedum Center, or enjoying a performance of Mahler Song of the Earth & Beethoven Violin Concerto at Heinz Hall.
Don't forget about that perfect gift while planning for Mother's Day! On May 8 -10, from 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. daily, browse the one-of-a-kind gifts at Fifth Avenue Place and receive a free Mother's Day Keepsake with any retail purchase of $25 or more. Plus, PG&H is hosting a flower pop-up for the perfect bouquet, along with a pottery seconds sale. Browse the full list of Downtown retailers here.
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 WIN A DOWNTOWN PRIZE PACKAGE: SHARE YOUR SPRING CONTEST
There's nothing like springtime in the "burgh." Whether you enjoy spring in the city by having dinner out on a patio, kayaking down the Allegheny, or taking in the natural scenery of Point State Park – we want you to Share Your Spring!
There's still a chance to win some incredible prizes, including 2 free admission tickets to Doors Open Pittsburgh, a Segway Pittsburgh group tour for 4, hand totes from love, Pittsburgh, a $50 gift card PG&H, and 2 tickets to Liberty Magic: Billy Kidd in BRIDGING THE GAP.
From now until May 17, 2019, share your spring with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter by tagging us @DowntownPitt using the hashtag #ShareYourSpring19. (You can also check out previous entries for some seriously springy inspiration!) At the end of the contest, our staff will pick our favorites to win some great Downtown prizes!
📷: #ShareYourSpring19 entry by @feliciapagexo on Instagram
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 LIBERTY MAGIC: SEE LEE TERBOSIC BEFORE HE DISAPPEARS MAY 12
After nearly a two month run on Liberty Avenue, this week is the last week to see Lee Terbosic at Liberty Magic!
The show was created exclusively for Liberty Magic and is presented by The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust. Lee Terbosic is a Pittsburgh native that is now touring the world performing his magic shows. Lee also Co-stars in the Discovery Channel's recent hit show "Houdini's Last Secrets".
The final performance will take place on May 12 and tickets are still available on The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust's website.
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E-SPORTS COMES TO DOWNTOWN: STEEL CITY SHOWDOWN
In collaboration with the Pittsburgh Penguins, Cleveland Cavaliers and the Pittsburgh Nights, Point Park University will host an E-Sports competition at The Pittsburgh Playhouse.
The event will be a multi-game competition, consisting of Super Smash Bros., NBA 2K19, and NHL19. Each game will carry a $1,500 top prize. The event is open to both spectators and competitors and takes place on May 11 and 12.
More information about this event and tickets can be found here.
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 WELCOME TO NEW MEMBERS
We're thrilled to welcome the Renaissance Pittsburgh Hotel as our newest Downtown Champion, and Brian Murello of BNY Mellon Wealth Management as our newest Downtown Advocate!
Our members live, work, and play in Downtown and make a difference in our vibrant community. In addition to attending exclusive membership events like our tour of the Renaissance Pittsburgh's newly renovated luxury suites last month, members receive recognition on the DowntownPittsburgh.com website, strategic discounts, the knowledge that they are supporting a thriving Downtown, and so much more. Learn more about membership with the PDP.
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Each week we compile a list of places where you can catch some live music in support of our Downtown Sound Initiative. Learn more about the project here.
Jazz at Andy's Wine Bar:
Friday, May 10 - Chantal Joseph from 8:00 p.m. - midnight
Saturday May 11 - Trudy Holler from 8:00 p.m. - midnight
Backstage Bar:
Tuesday, May 7 - Travelin' - Jazz at 5:00 p.m.
Bar Oxford:
Friday, May 10 - Live music from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Beerhead Bar & Eatery:
Friday, May 10 - Live music from 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Saturday, May 11 - Live music from 9:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.
Eddie V's:
Monday, May 6 - Maria Becoates-Bay from 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Tuesday, May 7 - Symmetry from 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p..m.
Wednesday, May 8 - George Heid 3 from 6:00 p.m. - 10:00
Thursday, May 9 - Bethany James Quartet from 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Friday, May 10 - Symmetry from 6:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 11 - Donna Peck Trio from 6:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Sunday, May 12 - Alex Peck Trio from 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Boulevard Lounge at or, The Whale:
Friday, May 10 - Live music from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
NOLA:
Friday, May 10 - Dan Bubien from 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Saturday, May 11 - Benny Banack from 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Olive or Twist:
Live music every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
Redbeards:
Live acoustic music every Thursday from 4:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Rivers Club:
Wednesday. May 8 - Wednesday Night Live featuring Jessica Lee & Friends @ 5:30 p.m.
Stage AE:
Tuesday, May 7 - Bring Me The Horizon @ 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday May 8 - Ella Mai @ 7:00 p.m.
Thursday May 9 - Falling In Reverse @ 6:00 p.m.
Friday May 10 - Frank Turner and The Sleeping Souls @ 6:00 p.m.
Wolfie's Pub:
Tuesday May 7 - Charlie Barath feat. Jimmy Adler and John Burgh from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday, May 8 - Funk Factory featuring John Hall Jr & Steeltown Horns from 7:00 - 10:00 p.m.
Friday May 10 - Luke Williams Trio 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Saturday, May 11 - Lee Robinson Trio Trio from 8:00 - 11:00 p.m.
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Coneman Tip of the Week: Grant Street Closures
With warmer weather here to stay, construction season has been gearing up over the last month. In and around Downtown, there are a number of construction and redevelopment projects taking place and many more expected to be underway over the next year in the Central Business District, Uptown, the Lower Hill District, the North Shore, and South Shore. On the list of these construction projects is the multi-year Grant Street rebuilding project, with construction beginning at 9:00 a.m. on Monday, May 6 and continuing until Wednesday, July 3, to repair and replace the brick street and replace damaged portions of the concrete subbase. This project is part of the city’s $20 million street resurfacing budget tied to fiscal year 2019 (also stay tuned for an upcoming tip on this!). Bi-directional motor vehicle traffic will be provided one single lane in each direction on the southbound side of Grant Street, with no left turn lanes. Two-way traffic will be maintained on the inbound lanes of Grant Street.
Important note to transit users: A total of fifteen Port Authority routes and additional regional transit routes will be impacted by the resulting road closures and A. Meranti Construction will be closing both northbound lanes of Grant Street, between Seventh Avenue and the intersection containing Liberty Avenue and Port Authority’s MLK Busway.
Additional questions and inquiries can be made to Eric Setzler, the Chief Engineer, at 412-477-6066. |
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