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What to do in Pittsburgh: Winter Edition

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Winter in Pittsburgh is full of cozy fun and festive activities to brighten the season! From events at Bakery Square to happenings around the city, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

March

Around the City:

Pittsburgh Winter Wine Fest
February 27 - March 2 | Market Square
Experience two floors of wine, music, and food at 24 and 25 Market Square! With over 150 wines, seltzers, ciders, beers, and cocktails to taste, plus live entertainment each day, there's something for everyone. Tickets include access to the event, a 9oz souvenir wine glass, and tastings. Don't miss out on the fun!

Disney on Ice: Mickey's Search Party
March 6 - 9 | PPG Paints Arena
Join Mickey Mouse and his friends at Disney On Ice presents Mickey's Search Party, an adventure filled with world-class skating, high-flying acrobatics and unexpected stunts! Explore the colorful spiritual realm of Coco, sail away with Moana as she bravely saves her island, see Belle in the sky as the enchanted chandelier comes to life, and sing-along with Elsa in the icy world of Frozen. Make memories during Aladdin, Toy Story, and The Little Mermaid as the search party becomes an all-out celebration!

St. Patrick's Day Parade
March 15 | Grant Street
With approximately 1/5th of the Pittsburgh metropolitan community claiming Irish heritage, it is no wonder the Steel City boasts one of the largest St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in the country. Irish step dancers, marching bands, military members, community organizations, and even Punxsutawney Phil are just a few of the participants that march down Grant Street every year on the Saturday before St. Patrick’s Day.

The Dinner Detective Comedy Mystery Dinner Show
March 1, 15, & 22 | Omni William Penn
America’s largest interactive true crime mystery dinner theatre show is now playing in Pittsburgh! Solve a hilarious mystery while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it! Get ready for an event that is very different from a traditional mystery dinner show. The actors are not dressed in costume and are hidden in the audience! This results in a fun, social and interactive evening suitable for all adults.

Bikes & Brews Tour
March 22 | Bike the Burgh Tours
Ride around the historic districts of Deutschtown, Millvale, Lawrenceville, and the Strip District. You'll visit 4 of their favorite local breweries and learn about the past, present, and future of beer making in Pittsburgh, with an emphasis on how beer figures in the diverse communities of the Steel City.
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At Bakery Square:

Mardi Gras Mania
March 1 | Conservatory
Put on your purple, green, and gold, grab your beads, and head down to Bakery Square for Mardi Gras Mania!

Yoga in the Portal
Every Saturday | The Portal
Enjoy a rejuvenating yoga experience every Saturday morning at Bakery Square! After the event, join us for brunch at one of our restaurants! Get $2 off mimosas at City Kitchen when you show your yoga punch card.

Page Turners Book Club
March 2 | Conservatory
Discover, discuss, and connect with fellow book lovers at the Page Turners Book Club hosted by @pghgoodreads! Munch on delicious food while chatting about your favorite reads. Enjoy awesome vendors and fun activities each month!

Bell School of Irish Dance Performance
March 7 | Conservatory
Enjoy a pop-up performance by the students of Bell School of Irish Dance at Bakery Square's Conservatory! Listen to some Irish music and get in the St. Patrick’s Day spirit! This event is free and open to the public. Registration is optional.

The Assembly: A Vintage Makers Market
March 16 | The Portal at BKSQ
Discover unique handcrafted goods and timeless treasures from local artisans and vintage vendors in The Portal at Bakery Square.

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 March events at BKSQ here.

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February

Around the City:

SnowFest 2025
February 1 | Boyce Park
Join the fun at the annual SnowFest at Boyce Park! Compete in the Mini-Junior Olympics for skiing and snowboarding, or put your engineering skills to the test in the Cardboard Box Snow Tubing Derby. Prizes will be given to the top three participants in each category, and the whole family can enjoy live music and free hot cocoa at the Lodge.

Valentine's Market at Trace Brewing
February 2 | Trace Brewing
Treat yourself or a loved one! Join us at Trace Brewing for a family-friendly pop-up market featuring small, local businesses. While you're there, keep an eye out for hidden Valentine’s ornaments around the bar—find one and enjoy a free drink, including non-alcoholic options!

Animal Instincts Valentine's Dinner
February 7, 8, 14 | Pittsburgh Zoo
Feeling love in the air already? We are! Join us at Animal Instincts, our 21+ Valentine's event with dinner, drinks, and a humorous, adults-only presentation revealing the intimate secrets of animal mating. From mating battles to subtle courting rituals, learn how the animals of land, sea, and air find love in the wild!

Monster Jam
February 15 | PPG Paints Arena
Experience Monster Jam® live and become a fan for life. With awesome trucks, amazing stunts and action-packed excitement, it's the definition of fun for everyone! You'll be close to the action watching the world's best drivers tear up the dirt and show off crazy skills and all-out racing in fierce head-to-head battles of speed and skill. Plus, you get to score the drivers in real time based on their skills, stunts and saves.

Pittsburgh Winter Beerfest
February 21-22 | David L. Lawrence Convention Center
Hundreds of craft beers, thousands of craft beer fans, great music, and endless winter fun! Don’t miss out—grab your tickets early and save!
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At Bakery Square:

Ice Cream for Breakfast
February 1 | Jeni's at BKSQ
Put on your PJs and grab a spoon for the topsy-turviest day of the year. Celebrate Ice Cream For Breakfast Day at the Bakery Square scoop shop!

Yoga in the Portal
Every Saturday | The Portal
Enjoy a rejuvenating yoga experience every Saturday morning at Bakery Square! After the event, join us for brunch at one of our restaurants! Get $2 off mimosas at City Kitchen when you show your yoga punch card.

Page Turners Book Club
February 2 | Conservatory
Discover, discuss, and connect with fellow book lovers at the Page Turners Book Club hosted by @pghgoodreads! Munch on delicious food while chatting about your favorite reads. Enjoy awesome vendors and fun activities each month!

Bubble & Broom: A Wicked Pop-Up Bar
Till the end of February | City Kitchen
Step into the enchanting world of Oz at Bubble & Broom: a Wicked-inspired pop-up bar! Snap a pic in front of the shining Emerald City, admire Glinda’s pink wardrobe, sit amongst Elphie’s bewitching books, and sip on spellbinding cocktails!

The Assembly: A Vintage Makers Market
February 16 | The Portal at BKSQ
Discover unique handcrafted goods and timeless treasures from local artisans and vintage vendors in The Portal at Bakery Square.

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 February events at BKSQ here.

Check back every month for more winter fun and events around the city!