Pittsburgh Will Surprise You
Enjoy the sunshine and simmer down your summer in our city of multitudes
Summer and sunshine have made their way into the region, which means plenty of activities are starting to get outside. You can too with baseball season and different festivals and concerts throughout the city.
Get ready for an unforgettable August in the city!
Kick off the month with Barrel & Flow Fest, recently named the #2 best beer festival in the country in USA Today's 10Best polling. The nation’s first Black brew fest is back with an award-winning lineup showcasing Black breweries, artists and business owners, with musicians and deejays throughout the day to keep the party going. With 3,000 craft beer industry professionals and enthusiasts coming together for a weekend celebrating Black-owned breweries, this festival truly is something special.
But the fun doesn’t stop there! You don’t want to miss Little Italy Days in Pittsburgh's own Italy: Bloomfield. Enjoy Italian-themed food, play bocce, learn to stretch pizza dough and dance along with traditional entertainment this summer at the region’s largest heritage festival.
If you're in the mood for more food, the Soul Food Festival is scheduled to wrap up the month of August. Pittsburgh's Soul Food Fest honors the rich history of culinary, butchery and Black food businesses in Pittsburgh since 1795. The event includes food vendors from across Western Pennsylvania selling specialized foods along with a BBQ contest, speakers, local and national entertainment and kids activities.
So, whether you’re a local or just visiting, August is packed with exciting events and things to do in Pittsburgh. Don’t miss out on the city’s best summer celebrations!