August Events Around Pittsburgh & Bakery Square
July 29, 2024
Just when you think those summer events are slowing down...
Around the City:
Lawrenceville Art CrawlAugust 3 | Butler Street
The Lawrenceville Art Crawl reinforces ties in the community by bringing together the neighborhood through the common thread of art and music. Artists, vendors, and musicians pair up with local businesses in order to line Butler Street with unique art & unforgettable performances! By doing so, the Art Crawl unifies the neighborhood for a day with vibrant culture, which in turn creates a platform for artists to further their career, for local shops to have a sell out day, and it fosters new relationships between the public, small businesses, and artists alike.
Bloomfield Little Italy Days
August 15-18 | Liberty Ave
Little Italy Days started in 2002 to celebrate Bloomfield’s Italian heritage, and create a destination spot for Italian-themed entertainment and food. The event has grown through the years and is now lasts four days. You don't want to miss it!
Annual Art Festival on Walnut Street
August 24-25 | Walnut Street
This popular neighborhood of tree-lined streets, historic homes and trendy businesses will again be transformed into an outdoor gallery of fine art. Walnut Street offers something for everyone – national retail stores, unique locally owned shops, numerous restaurants, bars and eateries featuring a vast variety of cuisines. Browse and purchase the artwork from national and local artists, sure to be something for everyone!
Squirrel Hill Night Market
August 31 | Squirrel Hill
Drawing inspiration from the vibrant pop-up night markets of Asia and beyond, the Squirrel Hill Night Market is a lively, free outdoor street festival perfect for all ages! Explore over 75 "I Made It!" Market artists showcasing their handmade creations. Enjoy live music, captivating performances, and unique art. Savor delicious offerings from your favorite Squirrel Hill restaurants and indulge in a variety of food trucks. Fun for both adults and kids!
Around Bakery Square:
RIF Storymobile: Storytime + Book GiveawayAugust 4 | Lawn
Join us for a special story time and book selection event! Kids can come onboard Reading is Fundamental (RIF) Pittsburgh's Storymobile from 12-2pm to select a brand-new book to keep and also participate in a family story time on the lawn at 1pm! The story time and most of the books will be targeting kids 12 and under but they will have books for all ages available on the Storymobile – so any adult or teen family members can also select a new book!
Sip & Script
August 11 | Conservatory
Join us in the Conservatory for pretty lettering by Sip & Script! Whether you're a stationery nerd, DIY Bride-to-be, or just a crafty individual, you'll be introduced to modern calligraphy with a pointed dip pen and ink in this workshop.
Box Bakery Square
August 17 | Sally's Path
Join our friends at Level Red Boxing for a FREE outdoor circuit workout! Meet us at Sally's Path where we'll be rockin' a high energy, high intensity, & always-fun boxing-inspired circuit workout! Zero equipment and zero experience necessary. If you have boxing gloves and wraps, bring them! If not, no worries - we'll hook you up. All you need is your body and a smile! Hang around after and meet the coaches and amazing Level Red Community! Then, head over to one of our restaurants for a discounted brunch!
Taylor Swift Trivia
August 22 | City Kitchen
Are you a Swiftie? Join us as we put your knowledge and love for Taylor Swift to the test at City Kitchen - Bakery Square, where you'll compete for prizes and pride! Play for a chance to win a $100 gift card to City Kitchen!
Movie Night on the Lawn
Every other weekend | Lawn
Join us in the Bakery Square courtyard for a movie! Grab some complimentary Pittsburgh Popcorn Company popcorn, snuggle up with a blanket on the lawn, and watch your favorites on the big screen. Movie begins at 7:30PM. This month's line-up:
Live Music on the Lawn
Every weekend | Lawn
Get ready to jam out all summer long with Bakery Square's Summer Music Series! Starting in May and running through September, we've got an incredible lineup of talented local artists that are sure to get you groovin'.
Takos & Trivia
Every Tuesday | tako torta
Grab a marg and take a seat because trivia is getting SPICY! Trivia is hosted by the amazing minds at Buzzworthy Pub Trivia. Join from the bar, the jungle, the lounge, anywhere in the restaurant! All questions are posted on the big screens so you can play along wherever you are.
Find more August events at BKSQ here.
Summer is coming to an end...but the events are here to stay! Check back next month to see what's happening.
