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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.
OCTOBER 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.
GREECE: SECRETS OF THE PAST
Carnegie Science Center, North Side
ongoing
412-237-3400
Experience the wonders of the ancient world in Greece: Secrets of the Past. The birthplace of democracy comes alive through an exciting archaeological adventure that explores the majesty of the Greek islands, with some of the most advanced digital re-creations ever undertaken.
GRAND CANYON ADVENTURE
Carnegie Science Center, North Side
ongoing
412-237-3400
Set against the immense backdrop of this national treasure, Grand Canyon Adventure takes you on an exhilarating, river-rafting adventure down the Colorado River in the company of a team of explorers who are committed to bringing awareness to global water issues.
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.
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
RAPTOR ENCOUNTER
National Aviary, North Side
ongoing
412-323-7235
Meet one of the Aviary’s exciting raptors or owls, from the favorite Snowy Owl to a regal red-tailed hawk. Daily at 10:30 AM. Free with general admission.
GLASS: SHATTERING NOTIONS
Senator John Heinz Pittsburgh
Regional History Center, North Side
ongoing
412-454-6000
Before it was known for steel, Pittsburgh was America’s Glass City. Pittsburgh-produced glass has been used in fine tableware for five U.S. presidents, as tiles for the walls of New York City’s great tunnels, and in searchlights at the Panama Canal.
HENRY BUHL, JR PLANETARIUM
Carnegie Science Center, North Side
ongoing
412-237-3400
Catapult into space in the Henry Buhl, Jr. Planetarium and travel from the Solar System to the outer reaches of the galaxy and beyond.
LASER SHOWS IN THE
HENRY BUHL JR PLANETARIUM
Carnegie Science Center, North Side
ongoing
412-237-3400
Enjoy the sounds of The Doors, Pink Floyd, Celine Dion, and more with live laser shows choreographed with lasers and special effects all blended together on the cosmic backdrop of the Planetarium sky.
FALLINGWATER: A PLACE FOR RENEWAL
Fallingwater, Mill Run
through November
724-329-8501
The Frank Lloyd Wright masterwork, nestled within the lush, wooded Bear Run Nature Reserve, is a timeless monument to organic architecture at its absolute best. Learn how architect, client, and site came together to create a house designed for living in harmony with nature. Thursdays at 2:00 PM
FALLINGWATER FACES
Fallingwater, Mill Run
through November
724-329-8501
Listen to oral histories and hear about the people who first settled in the Bear Run area. Learn how a wealthy Pittsburgh family came to know the area, which was perfectly suited for a summer camp and later, a private retreat into nature. Fridays at 2:00 PM.
HEAD OF THE OHIO REGATTA
Allegheny River banks, Clemente Park, North Side
October 3
412-232-7506
Rowing teams from the local area as well as from throughout the United States and Canada race on Pittsburgh’s rivers to benefit Mercy Hospital’s Burn Center. www.headoftheohio.org
8TH ANNUAL ART IN THE PARK
Mt. Lebanon Park, Mt. Lebanon
October 3, 4
412-697-0366
This event features more than 50 artists, several food vendors, live music, children’s activities and more. Perfect for a fall family outing. 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
CIRQUE DU SOLEIL-ALEGRIA
Petersen Events Center, Oakland
October 7-11
800-745-3000
Like all Cirque du Soleil shows, “Alegria” is embroidered and embellished with breathtaking acrobatics, aerial feats, synchronized choreography and tumbling. Call for more information.
COLUMBUS DAY PARADE
Downtown Pittsburgh
October 10
1-877-LOVE-PGH
Columbus Day in Pittsburgh marks the first official holiday weekend of the fall. The summer’s heat and crowds are gone and the air is refreshingly crisp.
MURDER MYSTERY DINNER THEATER
Spaghetti Warehouse, Strip District
October 10, 17, 24, 31
412-261-6511
“Mobsters, Molls, and Marinara”
Sat., October 10 – 6:45 PM
“Dial M for Mother”
Sat., October 17 – 6:45 PM
“Death Bites”
Fri., October 24 – 6:45 PM
“Death Bites”
Halloween Costume Party
Sat., October 31 – 6:45 PM
15TH ANNUAL PENSYLVANIA ARTS & CRAFTS CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL
Washington County Fairgrounds
October 16-18, 24, 25
724-863-4577
More than 200 booths of arts and crafts and food vendors. All displays indoor in heated buildings. Call for more information.
FALL FLOWER SHOW
Phipps Conservatory, Oakland
Mid October-Early November
412-622-6914
Phipps celebrates the splendor of autumn with a colorful indoor flower display at the Schenley Park conservatory. Call for more information on this popular fall display. www.phippsconservatory.org
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