Grab your friends, family, and a cup a hot cocoa and gear up for a month full of holiday fun!

Around the City:

Handmade Holiday Market
December 6-7 | Convention Center
Shop one-of-a-kind handmade products from 250+ talented makers and artists at the largest holiday market in the region at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center at Handmade Arcade! Early bird tickets are available if you want to shop early and avoid the crowds.

GLOWLAND
December 14 | Oakland
Step into an enchanting world where excitement, ingenuity, and creativity abound. This free event will be filled with engaging and educational children’s activities from a music-led Glow Parade around Oakland Avenue, a glow in the dark puppet show, a live ice sculpture show, face painting, balloon art and more! Illuminate Your Imagination isn’t only for kids…it’s for everyone who wants to experience the magic of GLOWLAND this holiday season.

Wild Illuminations: A Holiday Lantern Experience
All month long | Pittsburgh Zoo
Wild Illuminations: A Holiday Lantern Experience, presented by UPMC Health Plan, is a fabulously frosty reimagination of the Zoo’s treasured Asian Lantern Festival and Zoo Lights. Guests who have marveled at the handmade silk and steel structures will be amazed by an all-new lineup of sights, sounds, and surprises. More than a million twinkling lights will further enhance our biggest and brightest holiday glow-fest ever! Wintry activities, holida

Carnegie Trees 2024: Iconic Pittsburgh
All month long | Carnegie Museum of Art
This year’s Carnegie Trees highlight the unique treasures that make the Steel City remarkable! The five majestic Fraser firs will be adorned by the Women’s Committee, each reflecting distinct themes.

Holiday Market
All month long | Market Square
Inspired by the original German Christkindlmarkts (or Christmas Market), the Peoples Gas Holiday Market™ brings a cherished European tradition to Pittsburgh with an international flair, a touch of local charm, and a pinch of sugar, spice, and everything nice. Drop on by Market Square in the heart of downtown Pittsburgh to see for yourself! As you weave through the Alpine-style wooden chalets, brimming with high quality gifts, you'll experience a one-of-a-kind holiday shopping experience.

Dazzling Nights
All month long | Pittsburgh Botanic Garden
Experience the magic of Dazzling Nights® at Pittsburgh Botanic Garden, where a million lights transform the landscape into a winter wonderland. Wander through forests aglow, explore pathways of trees wrapped in elegant light and surrounded by dancing fireflies, and immerse yourself in a 70' long tunnel of light. Delight in a nightly snowfall, interactive light walkways, and a breathtaking 30’ shimmering Holiday Celebration Tree-pure enchantment awaits!

Around Bakery Square:

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.

Storytime with Buddy the Elf
December 7 | Conservatory
Join us in the Bakery Square Conservatory for Storytime with Buddy the Elf! Kids will enjoy a festive story read by Buddy himself, followed by a fun, hands-on holiday craft.

Live Music by Radiant Strings
Every Sunday in December | Conservatory
Radiant Strings is a Pittsburgh-based string ensemble comprised of classically trained musicians and is the ideal blend of classical refinement, modern edge, and infectious energy. This is their fourth holiday season spent performing at BKSQ and they are so excited to be continuing the tradition!

Holly Jolly Holiday Party
December 14 | Conservatory
Join us for THE holiday party of the season! Santa bounce house, face painting, craft station, holiday treat table, and more.

Christmas Movie Trivia
December 19 | City Kitchen
What is the name of the Grinch's loyal dog? In the movie Elf what is the main character Buddy's favorite type of pasta? Join us as we put your knowledge and love for Christmas movies to the test at City Kitchen - Bakery Square, where you'll compete for prizes and pride! Play for a chance to win a $50 gift card to City Kitchen!

Noon Years Eve
December 31 | Conservatory
Why wait until midnight?! Party with the kiddos as we watch the ball drop and welcome in 2024 with Bakery Square's Noon Year's Eve party! The party includes...

• Live DJ and Dance Floor
• NYE Themed Craft Station
• Create Your Own Punch Station
• Photobooth
• Festive hats, beads and more
• Brunch buffet from City Kitchen
• Complimentary mimosa bar from Alta Via Pizzeria (for the big kids!)

Activities will take place in the Conservatory from 10:00 to noon and brunch buffet will open immediately following the countdown at noon in the City Kitchen restaurant. Tickets are $30.

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 December events at BKSQ here.

See ya next year!