Events This Week in Pittsburgh

What's happening in Pittsburgh this week, you ask?

For things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend and upcoming events that will pique your interests, fire up your taste buds and inspire new adventures, look no further. Check back each week for an up-to-date list of what to do in the 'Burgh.

Happening This Week:

Pittsburgh Public Theater's NOISES OFF🎦

October 1-19 | O'Reilly Theater
Regarded as the ultimate theatrical farce, Noises Off is a riotous rollercoaster of slamming doors, romantic entanglements, and slapstick chaos. Behind the scenes of a disastrous play-within-a-play, a troupe of hapless thespians struggle to bring their production to life. As their rehearsals descend into comedic catastrophe, the actors, director, and stage manager learn the hilarious and hard way what happens when everything that can go wrong does. This uproarious journey will leave you laughing until the final curtain.

Richard O'Brien's THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW🎭

October 14 - November 8 | Greer Cabaret Theater
Get ready for a wild ride through sci-fi, seduction, and rock ‘n’ roll rebellion as squeaky-clean sweethearts Brad and Janet stumble into the eerie mansion of Dr. Frank-N-Furter. What follows is a high-energy, time-warping night of music and mischief that’s thrilled audiences worldwide.

31st Annual Pennsylvania Arts & Crafts Christmas Festival🎄

October 17-19, 25-26| Washington County Fairgrounds
Get ready for a festive celebration like no other at the 31st Annual Pennsylvania Arts & Crafts Christmas Festival! Discover over 200 vendors with handcrafted gifts, holiday décor, delicious treats and so much more. With live entertainment, family activities, and plenty of holiday spirit, this event is perfect for creating magical memories and crossing off your holiday shopping list. Don't miss it!

Bark or Treat🐶

October 17 | Hartwood Acres Park

Join us for howl-o-ween fun at Bark or Treat at Hartwood Acres Park dog park on Saturday, October 18, from noon to 2:00 pm.
Dogs are invited to wear their best costume for a free treat. Dogs can trick or treat by finding tennis balls hidden throughout the dog park in exchange for prizes.

The Last Splash💦

October 18 | Allegheny Landing Park/Shore Thing
With an incredible first season of Shore Thing winding down, we couldn’t say goodbye without one Last Splash.
The Last Splash is our heartfelt farewell that celebrates the memories made along the Allegheny River this year and looks ahead to Shore Thing’s return next spring. Alongside live music, food trucks, and family-friendly activities, the day will also feature powerful, playful activations designed by the artists who helped shape this first season; with each piece inviting us to reflect, connect, and look forward together.

Witch Fest 2025🧙

October 18 | Monongahela Aquatorium
The 8th Annual Witch Festival at Monongahela Aquatorium is happening on October 18th!
Peruse the finest selection of oddities, curiosities, and wares from our selection of over 70 juried vendors. Dress up in your favorite costume, eat, drink, and dance! Readers are available all day and evening.
Older children are welcome. This may not be an event for the littles. Some vendors will have mature items and witches can be scary!!

Ongoing…

Phantom Fall Fest🎢

September 12 - November 1 | Kennywood Amusement Park
Kennywood's signature spooky-season event lets you do Halloween your way depending on the time of day. Come early for family-friendly fun, including festive food and a unique autumn atmosphere. Plus, enjoy your favorite coasters and rides during the day! Then, when the sun goes down, the Phantom takes screams to the extreme with six haunted houses and four scare zones.

Catching Sunbeams from the Porch Swing of Wisteria Castle☀️

May 23 - October 26, 2025 | The Frick Pittsburgh
Explore abstract sculptures by Pittsburgh-based artist Atticus Adams in "Catching Sunbeams from the Porch Swing of Wisteria Castle." Adams’ pieces — most made from metal mesh and wire — hang from the windows and ceilings of The Frick Pittsburgh's historic greenhouse, adding a whimsical touch to the vibrant, flora-filled oasis. The exhibition includes never before seen works as well as a site-specific sculpture inspired by the Frick’s history, collections, and founder, Helen Clay Frick.

Carnegie Crawl🛍️

September 2 - October 10 | Carnegie
The town of Carnegie invites you to join them on Main Street every second Friday from May to October! Businesses stay open later and part of the street gets closed so folks can listen to live music while dining and shopping in Carnegie. Every Crawl is different!

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