Fun Things to Do in Pittsburgh this Labor Day Weekend
Work hard, play harder. There’s plenty of the Only in Pittsburgh kind of fun to be had throughout the holiday weekend! Enjoy free concerts, festivals, special events and much more in the original birthplace of the Federation of Organized Trades and Labor Unions in the United States and Canada.
This Labor Day weekend is the perfect opportunity to take a respite from work and bring your family and friends to the ‘Burgh for a little R&R. Pack a chair to sit under the stars for a free outdoor concert or bring a blanket to stretch out in one of our parks. Come on over. No labor involved!
Sept. 2-5 | Acrisure Stadium, North Shore
Enjoy mouthwatering ribs and BBQ from award-winning food vendors, free concerts by local and national recording artists, games and rides for the kids and more. Admission for the Rib Fest is free all weekend long.
Sept. 2-4 | Market Square
Pittsburgh's Soul Food Fest honors the rich history of culinary, butchery and Black food businesses in Pittsburgh since 1795. The festival will take place in downtown Pittsburgh inside Market Square and extending to Third and Fourth Avenue. Enjoy delicious food from a variety of vendors across Western Pennsylvania along with:
- A BBQ contest
- Speakers
- Local and national entertainment
- Family-friendly activities
Sept. 2 | South Park Amphitheater
Experience the Allegheny County Summer Concert Series at South Park over Labor Day weekend. Enjoy a free concert as Gene the Werewolf and special guest The Paul Luc Band take the stage at South Park Amphitheater.
Sept. 2-5 | Carnegie Science Center
Don’t miss this amazing touring exhibition featuring nearly 100 acoustic, electric and antique guitars, as well as engaging STEM interactives and the world’s largest playable guitar!
Sept. 3-4 | Frick Park
The Bard is alive and well in the Burgh as Pittsburgh Shakespeare in the Parks opens their 18th season with this raucous comedy full of magic and mistaken identities. Opening weekend is free in Frick Park with performances continuing throughout the month at various outdoor locations.
Sept. 3 | Allegheny Commons Park West
Design your own lantern and watch it reflect on the water with thousands of others in this magical event that brings the community together.
Sept. 3 | Acrisure Stadium
The Steelers Run & Walk returns to kick off the 2022 football season! The event starts at 8 a.m. with Hall of Fame running back Franco Harris as the honorary captain. All participants will receive a t-shirt, finisher medal and have a chance to win autographed prizes and VIP trip to the home opener.
Sept. 4 | Hartwood Acres Park Amphitheater
Experience a night of music under the stars at Hartwood Acres Park, featuring:
- theCAUSE
- Dogs in a Pile
- Pink Talking Trash
The concert begins at 5:30 p.m. with food trucks and Hop Farm Brewing Company opening on-site at 6 p.m. Pack a blanket unwind during this musical night in the park. A $20 per vehicle donation is requested to benefit the Allegheny County Department of Human Services.
Pittsburgh Labor Day Parade
Sept. 5 at 10 a.m. | Downtown Pittsburgh
Join Allegheny-Fayette Central Labor Council for one of the country’s largest and oldest Labor Day parades! The parade will feature special guests from across the country as they celebrate the history of organized labor in our region. Step off is set for 10 a.m. Downtown.
Can't-Miss Concerts
Take your pick of concerts to enjoy Sept. 3, from a free outdoor jazz festival to indie, punk and rock shows at some of the best venues in the city, including:
Whatever you choose to do to celebrate Labor Day in Pittsburgh, enjoy yourself and share your photos using #LovePGH on social media!
