- Thursday, October 22 at 9:00 p.m.: Lucky Draw: Online Improv Encounters
Arcade Comedy Theater presents an online version of "Lucky Draw" a show filled with random improv encounters. Hosted by Scott Trampus, each show features randomly selected Arcade students and improvisers who perform alongside special guests.
- Friday, October 23 at 7:00 p.m.: Pittsburgh Humanities Festival @ Home
The Pittsburgh Humanities Festival wraps up this weekend, featuring a candid conversation Boaz Frankel on a journey through the worlds of offline and online curiosity.
- Friday, October 23 at 9:00 p.m.: Dial-Up™: Improvised Zoom Calls with the Frances Bros.
Voted Pittsburgh City Paper's "3rd Best Live Stream Theater Performance", Dial-Up™ is a new kind of live-streamed comedy show for our socially distant times.
- Saturday, October 24 at 8:00 p.m.: Live from the West Side: Women of Broadway
Join the Cultural Trust for a new live stream concert series, Live from the West Side: Women of Broadway, featuring two-time Tony Award winner Patti LuPone, Tony Award winner Laura Benanti, and critically acclaimed actress and singer Vanessa Williams.
- Saturday, October 24 at 11:00 a.m.: AWCommunity Day: Fall Edition
Tune in online for AWCommunity Day with the August Wilson African American Cultural Center. Enjoy virtual performances, community conversations, and more!
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- All weekend long: Enjoy the warm fall weather and dine outdoors
It's beautiful in Downtown Pittsburgh and the perfect time to rediscover your favorite restaurants through outdoor dining. See what's open here.
- Thursday, October 22 and Friday, October 23 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.: Dine Out in Downtown with Live Music in Market Square
Order takeout from your favorite Downtown restaurants and enjoy live music in Market Square. Performing this week: Louie Castle and the Rooks and Jacquea Mae + David Edmunds.
- Discover the Fall Season in Downtown
Fall is in the air, and there is no better way to celebrate the season than by enjoying and exploring Downtown.
- Through October 25: Explore the Downtown Fall Cocktail Trail
Find crisp cocktails, autumn pairings, and cool city views with the first-ever Downtown Fall Cocktail Trail! Thursday, October 15 through October 25, explore 16 restaurants offering a 10-day long fall-inspired drink and food menu.
- Saturday, October 24 at 10:00 a.m.: Owl-o-Ween at the National Aviary
Meet mysterious owls, pick up trick-or-treat goodies and avian-themed craft kits and experience the thrills and chills of the season at Owl-o-Ween at the National Aviary.
- Saturday, October 24 at 1:00 p.m.: Penny Arcade Halloween Costumes & Comedy!
An outdoor kids comedy show! This Halloween-themed comedy event will be filled with family-friendly improv games and interactive activities!
- Sunday, October 25 at 7:00 p.m.: Arcade at the Oasis
Have a laugh behind your mask with some short and sweet comedy shows in the heart of the Cultural District. This week enjoy music by Sierra Sellers and standup comedy from Matt Solter and Kevin O'Brien.
- Celebrate and explore local theaters, museums, and more with RADical Days!
RADical Day events are back with free admission, special programming, and activities funded by the Allegheny Regional Asset District (RAD).
- Spend Sunday mornings getting your zen on with Yoga in the Square
Don't miss the final Sunday Yoga in the Square of the season!
- Sail away on the Gateway Clipper for a frightful trip on the three rivers
Set sail on the Gateway Clipper for a frightful trip on the three rivers with the Haunted Pittsburgh Cruise. Weekends in October, listen to true haunted tales of Pittsburgh from the water.
- Shop and dine (safely) with your favorite stores and restaurants
Spend the weekend rediscovering your favorite small businesses: shop online and in-person at a number of Downtown retailers. Find a list of what's open here (and don't forget your mask!).
- Find $3 weekend and evening parking at select garages
Parking in Downtown just got a whole lot easier: now through November, find $3 parking on nights and weekends at select garages in Downtown Pittsburgh. Learn more.
Is your organization hosting or planning unique virtual or online events and resources? Send us an email so we can help get the word out.
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PENNY ARCADE OUTDOOR KIDS HALLOWEEN SHOW
Enjoy a socially distant Halloween comedy show that the whole family will enjoy at Penny Arcade's Halloween Costumes and Comedy show!
Arcade Comedy Theater's award-winning kid's show, Penny Arcade, will be throwing an outdoor Halloween costume and comedy party on Saturday, October 24, at the Trust Oasis. The Halloween-themed comedy event will be filled with family-friendly improv games and interactive activities.
Kids and parents are encouraged to dress and participate in the Halloween costume contest. Prizes will be awarded for the most creative and cool costumes. While you're there, snack on sweet treats before the show starts and then get ready to laugh out loud when the Penny Players take the stage.
This year's Halloween comedy show has been reimaged with safety and social distancing in mind. Families are invited to enjoy activities at their assigned tables, show off their Halloween costumes, and inspire hilarious comedy scenes.
Tickets are available at $10 for adults and $5 for children, along with the option to pay as you wish.
Learn more.
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INTRODUCING “DOWNTOWN RENOWN,” A NEW PUBLIC ART SERIES HIGHLIGHTING INSPIRATIONAL PITTSBURGH ATHLETES
With a well-recognized fan base that reaches across the entire country and a long legacy of sports achievements, there's no wonder why Pittsburgh has been named the City of Champions. Learn about some of the dynamic athletes who have contributed to Pittsburgh’s identity while exploring the visual artwork located all around Downtown with "Downtown Renown!"
The new art series features 14 vibrant designs from acclaimed artist Gavin Benjamin. Athletes featured as part of the series include Mario Lemieux, Franco Harris, Swin Cash, Dan McCoy, and more.
"Downtown Renown" was made in collaboration with the Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum at the Heinz History Center and is now on display through the new year.
Learn more.
“Roberto Clemente” on display at Eighth and Penn
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CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS: NEW DOWNTOWN WINTER SNAPSHOT
Make new memories by bringing together old ones to make a new Downtown Winter Snapshot! We are looking to brighten up the winter season with a new holiday window display that you can be a part of.
Send in your photos and videos (less than 5 mins) of you and your loved ones celebrating any and everything during the winter months. Your memories will then be weaved into a video art installation displayed in a storefront in Downtown Pittsburgh.
Submissions will be accepted until December 10, 2020.
Get the details.
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(EVEN MORE) $3 PARKING IN DOWNTOWN
Parking in Downtown is now easier than ever! Now running through November, find discounted night and weekend parking in the neighborhood.
Also, you can park for up to three hours at the 350 Oliver Avenue Parking Garage for just $3 during weekdays, so there’s even more reason to visit your favorite stores, restaurants, salons, and gyms during the week.
Garages offering $3 night and weekend parking include:
Garages offering $3 night and weekend parking that require reservations include:
Reservations can be made here.
This program is made possible thanks to ALCO Parking, InterPark, the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, the Sports & Exhibition Authority, Millcraft Investments, and Kossman Development.
Learn more.
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RESOURCES, INFORMATION, AND MORE
Below, see a list of resource pages available for residents, workers, and visitors in Downtown Pittsburgh with everything from where to get dinner from home to which coffee shops can deliver beans to your front door. Check back often as these pages are updated regularly.
- What's Reopening in Downtown Pittsburgh
- Downtown Delivers: Pittsburgh Restaurants Open for Dine-In, Delivery, and Takeout
- Supporting Downtown Pittsburgh’s Small Businesses
- Support Programs, Loans, & Resources for Individuals, Business Owners, and More
- How to Stay Safe & Support Downtown’s Small Businesses
- Health & Safety Communications Resources
See official links to federal, state, county, and city information and resources related to the COVID-19.
For questions, comments, suggestions, or help finding resources that are available, send us an email at PDP@DowntownPittsburgh.com.
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