16 Things to Do in Pittsburgh This Week · July 9–12, 2026

Music & Nightlife

King's X at The Oaks Theater

Hard rock legends King's X perform live at the iconic Oaks Theater in Pittsburgh.

Thursday, July 9, 2026 · The Oaks Theater, Pittsburgh, PA

Puppet eers for Fears at City Winery Pittsburgh

Puppeteers for Fears performs live at City Winery Pittsburgh in the intimate Strip District Terminal venue.

Thursday, July 9, 2026 · City Winery Pittsburgh, Strip District

Louis Tomlinson – How Did We Get Here? World Tour

Louis Tomlinson brings his world tour to Stage AE outdoors with The Beaches and Picture Parlour as support acts.

Friday, July 10, 2026 6:00 PM · Stage AE, Pittsburgh, PA

Longturn Open Air Rooftop Party at Finch PGH

Longturn's first open-air rooftop party features Milanese DJ Ivory spinning melodic grooves and indie dance on the 6th floor patio of Finch PGH, with fire performers at sunset.

Sunday, July 12, 2026 3:00 PM · Finch PGH at The Distillery Complex, Pittsburgh

Arts & Culture

The Music of Arcane – Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra

The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra performs the acclaimed music from the animated series Arcane at Heinz Hall.

Thursday, July 9, 2026 · Heinz Hall, Pittsburgh, PA

IN COLOR: Opening Reception at the Historic Wilkinsburg Train Station

Opening reception for the IN COLOR art exhibition at the Historic Wilkinsburg Train Station, a can't-miss arts event this week per the Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council.

Saturday, July 11, 2026 · Historic Wilkinsburg Train Station, Wilkinsburg

The Playboy of the Western World – Film Screening

Pittsburgh Playhouse screens the classic Irish film The Playboy of the Western World as part of its summer film series.

Sunday, July 12, 2026 1:00 PM · Pittsburgh Playhouse, Downtown Pittsburgh

Food & Drink

Guest Chef Dinner featuring Jessica Bauer of Altius

A special guest chef dinner at Community Kitchen in Hazelwood, featuring Jessica Bauer of acclaimed Pittsburgh restaurant Altius.

Thursday, July 9, 2026 · Community Kitchen, Hazelwood

Festivals & Special Events

Braddock's Bike Night – Bikes, Bands & BBQ

A lively evening of motorcycles, live bands, and BBQ food at Braddock's Bike Night.

Thursday, July 9, 2026 · Pittsburgh, PA

Pinburgh 2026

Pinburgh 2026, the world's largest competitive pinball tournament, takes over Rezzanine Esports in Pittsburgh.

Thursday, July 23, 2026 10:00 AM · Rezzanine Esports, Pittsburgh

Free Events

Beatles Tribute at Mellon Park

A free outdoor Beatles tribute concert in Mellon Park, presented as part of the City of Pittsburgh's Community Pop-Up Concert series.

Friday, July 10, 2026 7:00 PM · Mellon Park, Point Breeze

Outdoors & Active

Allegheny Observatory Tours

Free ticketed tours of the beautiful Allegheny Observatory in Riverview Park, available Thursdays and Fridays throughout summer — clear nights may include telescope viewing.

Friday, July 10, 2026 · Allegheny Observatory, Riverview Park

Schenley Park Fest – Summer Picnic Day

A casual summer park day from PGH Social Club and PUMP PGH featuring lawn games, picnic blankets, food trucks, corn hole, spikeball, and frisbee in Schenley Park.

Saturday, July 11, 2026 3:00 PM · Schenley Park, Pittsburgh

Yinz Run Club Returns – July 15

Yinz Run Club resumes group runs after their summer programming break — come walk or run with fellow Pittsburghers.

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 · Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Date Night

Pittsburgh Speed Dating for Singles Age 40s/50s at Doce Taqueria

Structured speed dating event for singles in their 40s and 50s at Doce Taqueria in Bridgeville — spots almost full.

Saturday, July 11, 2026 7:00 PM · Doce Taqueria, Bridgeville, PA

Heels Dance Class at Level Up Studios

A beginner-friendly burlesque-inspired heels class at Level Up Studios, teaching movements, technique, confidence, and a full routine.

Saturday, July 18, 2026 6:00 PM · Level Up Studios, 4836 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh