Whether it’s their heritage, the arts, or a holiday, Pittsburghers always have something to celebrate. The following is a list of upcoming festivals and/or events. For more information or additional events, call the Greater Pittsburgh Convention & Visitors Bureau at 800-366-0093 for updates, or visit the website at www.visitpittsburgh.com.

For more information for Laurel Highlands, call Laurel Highlands Visitors Bureau at 800-925-7669 or check out www.laurelhighlands.org.

Other bureaus in the region that may be helpful include Monroeville Convention Visitors Bureau at 800-527-8941, www.visitmonroeville.com; Butler County Tourism & Convention Bureau at 866-856-8444, www.visitButlerCounty.com; and Mercer County PA Convention & Visitors Bureau at 800-637-2370, www.mercercountypa.org.

The event dates are subject to change. The phone numbers may be used to verify dates.

MAY 2009

DINOSAURS IN THEIR TIME—T. REX RETURNS
Carnegie Museum of Natural History, Oakland
ongoing
412-622-3131
Tyrannosaurus Rex returns to the museum, but it is not alone. In one of the most dramatic paleontological displays ever constructed, Carnegie Museum of Natural History’s original T. Rex is joined by a second T. Rex, and the two are frozen in a confrontation over the remains of an Edmontosaurus, a plant-eating dinosaur.

MUMMIES: SECRETS OF THE PHARAOHS
Carnegie Science Center, North Side
ongoing
412-237-3400
Audiences will rediscover the tombs of the great pharaohs of Egypt, examine the mummification process and its role in ancient society, and tour the great civilization of Egypt.

THE ALPS
Carnegie Science Center, North Side
ongoing
412-237-3400
Filled with majestic views of Switzerland’s natural beauty, The Alps follows the true life story of mountaineer and journalist John Harlin III, who sets out on an epic personal journey to climb the deadly North Face of the Eiger—the stormiest, steepest peak in all of Europe.

WILD OCEAN
Carnegie Science Center, North Side
ongoing
412-237-3400
Each year an unbelievable feeding frenzy takes place in the oceans of South Africa as billions of sardines migrate up the Kwazulu-Natal Coast. Wild Ocean captures spectacular breaching whales, feeding sharks, diving gannets, and massive bait balls inside and up close on the giant screen.

PENGUIN PREMIERE SHOW
National Aviary, North Side
ongoing
412-323-7235
Meet one of the Aviary’s four African Penguins! Daily at 1 p.m. Free with general admission. www.aviary.org

PITTSBURGH FOLK FESTIVAL
David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Downtown
May 1-3
412-278-1267
Pittsburgh’s 20-plus nationalities celebrate their heritage
with colorful costumes, authentic folk dancing,
and mouth-watering delicacies. www.pgh.folkfest.org

PITTSBURGH MARATHON
Downtown
May 3
412-392-1021
The Dick’s Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon winds
through the wonderfully historic neighborhoods of
Pittsburgh. Community celebrations, cheering spectators,
and music throughout the course welcomes runners
from all over the world. www.pittsburghmarathon.com

MURDER MYSTERY DINNER THEATER
Spaghetti Warehouse, Strip District
May 8, 10, June 4, 13, 21
412-261-6511
Mystery’s Most Wanted presents a night of great dinner,
comedy, theater, and Murder! Join us for an all-inclusive
show. Contact the Spaghetti Warehouse for more information,
or online at www.mysterysmostwanted.com

INTERNATIONAL CHILDREN’S FESTIVAL
University of Pittsburgh campus,
Schenley Plaza, Oakland
May 13-17
412-321-5520
Oakland will sparkle with a showcase of dazzling professional
theater from Russia, Spain, South Korea,
Canada, the United States, and more, presented by
Pittsburgh International Children's Theater and
Citiparks. The theater shows will be complemented by
fun hands-on cultural and educational activities.
www.pgh.kids.org

16TH ANNUAL PENNSYLVANIA ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL
Washington County Fairgrounds
May 15-17
724-863-4577
Featuring over 175 booths of arts and crafts and food
vendors. Adults $5.50, Seniors $5.00, and Children $1.00.

GREEK FOOD FESTIVAL
St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral, Oakland
Mid May
412-682-3866
More than 20,000 people stop in for an appetizing dose
of Greek food and culture. The festival includes dancing
and live entertainment each evening.
www.stnickspgh.org/festival

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