Longer days, warmer nights, and endless ways to explore Pittsburgh- Summer has arrived! Discover the can’t-miss events happening around the city this season.

June

Around the City:

Three Rivers Arts Festival
June 5-14th | Cultural District - Arts landing
A celebration of art in Pittsburgh attracting thousands of guests each year. The festival features live music, art exhibitions, and more!

Pittsburgh Pride March and Parade
June 7th at 12:00PM | Liberty Avenue
Pittsburgh’s most colorful celebration is back! Join the city as Downtown comes alive with vibrant floats, live entertainment, and a community-wide celebration of love, equality, and pride.

Rockin' Regatta
June 7-8th | 150 Ferry Street
Get ready to make waves at Rockin’ Regatta!  Pittsburgh Brewing’s high-energy summer weekend brings thrilling boat races, live music, food, fireworks, and family fun along the Allegheny River.

Holy Cross Greek Festival
June 15-19th | South Hills
Pittsburgh’s beloved Greek Festival is back, bringing the sights, sounds, and flavors of Greece to the city with authentic homemade cuisine, lively music, traditional dancing, and a vibrant cultural celebration you won’t want to miss!

Beers of the Burgh Festival
June 13th | The Carrie Blast Furnaces
Raise a glass to one of Pittsburgh’s favorite summer traditions! Beers of the Burgh! Sip your way through 50+ local breweries at the iconic Carrie Blast Furnaces while enjoying live music, food trucks, and the ultimate celebration of Pittsburgh’s craft beer scene.

Juneteeth Celebrations
June 19-22nd | Downtown Pittsburgh
Celebrate freedom, culture, and community at Pittsburgh’s annual Juneteenth celebration.From a vibrant parade and live music to local vendors, family activities, and powerful moments honoring Black history. 

Midsummer Mingle
June 18th | Allegheny RiverTrial Park
Come meet your new favorite people! Join us at the water's edge to celebrate the start of summer in Pittsburgh. We'll dance the night away as the summer sun sets over the Allegheny: think bonfires, flower crowns, delicious food and drinks, and a vibrant crowd of potential new friends.

Shadyside Summer Music Series
June 13th | Walnut Street
Come enjoy a night of FREE live music on Walnut Street! This event will either be held in the Parklet, or on a closed side street of Walnut near the Parklet. Featuring entertainment from Irish Trio Denizen, part of the Annan Collective. Also featuring wine from Red Stallion for 21+.
 

At Bakery Square:

East End Pub Run
Every Thursday Evening at 6:30PM | Bakery Square
Run into the weekend at Bakery Square! Routes of three and six miles are offered and all participants recieve $2 off their first draft beer at City Kitchen PGH.

Yoga
Every Saturday | Bakery Square
Join us for a free yoga session every Saturday at Bakery Square. Find your inner peace and rejuvenate. Namaste!

Free Outdoor Bootcamp: Powered by SHAPE Training
June 13th from 10:30 AM - 11:30AM | Sally's Path
Whether you're a seasond athlete or just starting your fitness journey, this dynamic outdoor session is designed to challenge and leave you engerized! Just register through the link to attend and enjoy a discounted brunch at City Kitchen after.

Taylor Swift Trivia
June 18th from 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM | City Kitchen
Test your Taylor Swift knowledge! Bring your friends and compete for prizes.

Father's Day Melodies & Mini Golf on the Lawn
June 21st from 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM | Bakery Square Conservatory
Spend Father's Day at Bakery Square while enjoying live music from Eceletic Acosutics and grab a bite from any of the go-to dinning spots. Take a swing with Steel City Mini Golf!

Movie Night on the Lawn
June 28th at 7:00 PM | Bakery Square
Join us in the Bakery Square courtyard for movie night! Grab some complimentary popcorn, snuggle up with a blanket on the lawn, and watch your favorites on the big screen. Movie begins at 7PM.

Find more June events at BKSQ here.

July

Around the City:

Big Butler Fair
July 3rd - 11th | Big Butler Fairgrounds
The Big Butler Fair is the largest fair in Western Pennsylvania and considered by many to be the best fair in the country. We are proud to be a symbol of American family values. Big Butler Fair to enjoy fireworks, the midway, games, demolition derbies, concerts and truck pulls.

July 4th Fireworks
July 4th | North Shore Great Lawn
Experience Pittsburgh’s largest Fourth of July firework display during the City of Pittsburgh Independence Day Celebration on July 4. More Information to come!

Picklesburgh
July 16th - 19th | Pittsburgh
Picklesburgh is returning to a four-day schedule, running Thursday, July 16, through Sunday, July 19. The extended run and larger footprint offer attendees more time and space to enjoy the festival before the peak weekend crowds, as well as accommodating a broader range of vendors, entertainment, and pickle-packed activities.

 Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix
July 18th - 19th | Pittsburgh
The Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix is the nation’s largest vintage street race and a premier motorsport festival, blending the excitement of racing with car shows, parties, and parades — all set against the scenic backdrop of Pittsburgh.

TEKKO 2026
July 23rd - 26th | David L. Lawrence Convention Center
Tekko is Pennsylvania's largest anime convention, attracting nearly 12,000 unique and diverse fans from across the country (and world!) to the region. We aren't just any old anime convention, though. We offer so much more by featuring Japanese arcade games, J-rock, J-fashion, Japanese pop culture, and education in our programming.
 

At Bakery Square:

Love Island USA on the Big Screen
Every Tuesday | Bakery Square Courtyard
Join us every Tuesday at 9 PM for an evening of love & drama. BYOB (bring your own blanket...or lawn chair, xoxo). If it rains the event will be cancelled.

Page Turners Book Club
July 5th from 11 AM - 1 PM | Bakery Square 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! We can't wait to see you there!

Open Salsa Dancing
July 17th from 8 PM - 10 PM | Bakery Square Courtyard
Join us for a beautiful evening of salsa dancing on the Courtyard from 8:00 - 10:00 pm. Let the pros guide you or sit back and watch. This event is FREE, and registration is recommended but not required.

VC2 Street Studio
July 25th from 5 PM - 9 PM | Bakery Square Courtyard
Join us for VC2 Street Studio on Saturday, July 25th from 5–9 PM in the Bakery Square Courtyard for an interactive art pop-up with Pittsburgh artist VC2 Art (Vincent Candelore). This live art pop-up brings unfiltered creativity to the streets and open invites to jump in and paint.

Modern Calligraphy for Beginners at Bakery Square
July 26th from 10:30 AM - 12 PM | Bakery Square Conservatory
Join us at Bakery Square in Pittsburgh, PA for pretty lettering for beginners! 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.

Find more July events at BKSQ here.