- Things to Do
Free Things to DoYou don't have to spend a dime to have a good time in Pittsburgh!
Family FunMuseums, rollercoasters, riverboats, children's theater, family dining and more.
Sports and RecreationPittsburgh is home to the Steelers, Penguins, Pirates and Pitt Panthers.
History + HeritagePittsburgh's history, from the Gateway to the West to a center of industry.
FestivalsWorld-class film, art, music and cultural festivals happening year-round.
OutdoorsOutdoor sports, parks, backpacking, hiking, cycling, boating and more in Southwest Pennsylvania.
ArchitecturePittsburgh's world-class wonders, including Frank Lloyd Wright's Fallingwater.
Visual ArtsThe Andy Warhol Museum, Carnegie Museum of Art, public art displays and more.
Performing ArtsMusicals, Theater, Opera, the Pittsburgh Symphony, Jazz, Banjos.
Taste Of Our TownEat local! Farmers markets, CSAs, and food reviews from TABLE magazine.
NeighborhoodsExplore Pittsburgh's 89 distinctive and ethnically diverse neighborhoods.
Night LifeFind Pittsburgh Night Life suggestions, when the sun goes down the fun is about to begin!
- Countryside
- Other Travel
Reunions In PittsburghReunions offer a tremendous opportunity to experience Pittsburgh.
Reunion HelpNeep help planning your reunion? Let our experts help you!
Register Your ReunionRegister your reunion and receive a sample information pack.
Reunion KitThis handy kit can help you no matter what type of reunion or meeting you are planning.
Medical TravelPittsburgh provides high quality health care for both medical treatments and procedures.
HospitalsPittsburgh offers a variety of hospitals and treatment centers in many different locations.
Places to StayAll the information you need about hotels, and numbers of quaint, comfortable inns.
Temporary HousingFind furnished apartments and homes to make your extended stay as enjoyable as possible.
- Relocation
Real EstateEverything you need to know about real estate in America's Most Livable City.
Commercial Real EstatePittsburgh's real estate professionals are ready to help you.
Downtown LivingCondos, shopping, Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership, downtown transportation.
Relocation BasicsUtilities and other relocation services for a smooth transition.
EducationColleges, universities, trade schools and local public + private education.
HealthcareThe Pittsburgh region offers some of the best hospitals in the nation.
Relocation DirectoryDirectory of VisitPittsburgh Partners specializing in relocation services.
Send Me InformationSign-up and receive information from our relocation partners.
- Meeting Planners
Why PittsburghSee why Pittsburgh is an ideal location for your next meeting or convention.
Get HerePittsburgh is within 500 miles of 50% of the North American population.
Stay HereInformation about Downtown hotels, and numbers of committable rooms.
Meet HereFrom traditional to unique, Pittsburgh has a great selection of places to for you to meet.
Convention Center1.5 million sq.ft. of state-of-the-art space in the heart of Downtown.
Green PittsburghSee why Pittsburgh has been acknowledged as a leading city in green buildings and technology.
ServicesService suppliers, program planning, facilities, housing and more.
Bring It HomeInvite your organization to bring its convention home to Pittsburgh.
Meet the Sales TeamOur sales staff is ready to answer your questions and help you to plan an event today.
Three City AllianceThree dynamic destinations that share the same vision and commitment to excellence.
Submit Your RFPFill out this form to get started with planning your meeting in Pittsburgh.
- Travel Trade
Where To StaySelect from many group-friendly hotels to book rooms for your tour.
What To DoThese sample itineraries are a taste of the best the city has to offer.
Where To EatEven on the go you're going to need to take a break and grab a bite.
Events CalendarWhen's the best time to visit? Browse upcoming events today.
Planning ServicesWe have a multitude of services for the most entertaining tour possible.
AffiliationsVisitPittsburgh is a proud member of these travel trade organizations.
Multi-Lingual BrochuresInformation on Pittsburgh in a variety of languages.
- Press Room
Online Press KitA resource for journalists interested in writing about the Pittsburgh region.
Request A Press KitUse this Media Request Form to obtain a print copy of our Press Kit.
News ReleasesCurrent and archived press releases produced by VisitPittsburgh.
Photo RequestsDozens of high-resolution photographs available for editorial use.
Pittsburgh Press ToursVisitPittsburgh cordially invites you to experience Pittsburgh first-hand.
Visitation GuidelinesImportant background for members of the press who are planning a trip to Pittsburgh.
Marketing + Communications StaffWho we are and what we do.
Clip BookFind out what writers at national and international publications have been saying about our city.
- Partners
Partnership InformationLearn how Partnership with VisitPittsburgh is an investment in your future.
Apply NowBecome a Partner at VisitPittsburgh and help grow your business.
Partner EventsUpcoming events for VisitPittsburgh partners to network.
Be Social with VisitPittsburghHow can you participate in social media with VisitPittsburgh?
Advertising OpportunitiesHear what types of advertising opportunities we have to offer.- Partnership Staff
Partner LoginCurrent partners login to get the latest Convention Calendar.
Western PA Wineries
Covered Bridges
Bed + Breakfast Inns
Festivals: January-April
-
Annual Snow Shovel Riding Championship
January 14, 2012
Old Economy Park - Economy Borough
Beaver County websiteOne-of-a-kind event that will be celebrating its 49th year in 2012. All ages can participate in the regular and modified divisions while attempting to slide down a 160' snow-covered slope in the fastest time.
-
Distinctively Dutch Festival
February 18-May 20, 2012
Pittsburgh, PA
Distinctively Dutch Festival on visitpittsburgh.comCelebrating the culture and contemporary performing and visual arts from the Netherlands, the three-month festival will feature dance, theater, music, visual art, film, literature and architecture.
-
JFilm Festival (formerly the Pittsburgh Jewish Israeli Film Fest)
March 15-April1, 2012
Pittsburgh, PA
JFilm Festival websiteThe JFilm Festival, formerly the Jewish Israeli Film Festival, brings authentic Israeli movies, customs and cuisine to Pittsburgh. Movies are shown in various theaters throughout Pittsburgh, including SouthSide Works Cinema, Carnegie Mellon University and the Frick Fine Arts Building.
-
Carnegie Mellon International Film Festival: Faces of Others
March 22-April 15, 2012
Pittsburgh, PA
Carnegie Mellon International Film Festival websiteThe festival is an annual event directed by Jolanta Lion, Assistant Director of the Humanities Center at Carnegie Mellon, and is produced with the help of university students, and showcases films from around the world. In its sixth year, the Faces Film Festival continues to shine a cinematic light on the human faces that reflect the themes that shape contemporary social landscape, with this year's theme being the concept of 'the Other'.
-
Maple Syrup Festival
March 31-April 1, 2012
The Lodge at Bradys Run Park, Beaver County
For More Information Call 724-378-1701Pancake breakfast, antique machinery displays, traditional crafts, Civil War re-enactment, music and live performances.
Check out what other travelers say about Pittsburgh on TripAdvisor.
©2012 Greater Pittsburgh Convention & Visitors Bureau
