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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 also include Butler County Tourism & Convention Bureau at 866-856-8444, www.visitbutlercounty.com; Beaver County Tourism at 800-342-8192, www.co.beaver.pa.us; and Monroeville Convention Visitors Bureau at 800-527-8941, www.visitmonroeville.com.
The event dates are subject to change. The phone numbers may be used to verify dates.
NOVEMBER 2007
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
UPMC SPORTSWORKS
Carnegie Science Center, North Side
Permanent Exhibition
412-237-3400
36,000 square feet of scientific fun completely dedicated to sports! Come and find out for yourself how your family and friends can discover the science in sports, push their bodies to the limit, and embark on wild virtual journeys. www.carnegiesciencecenter.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.
RAINBOW LORIKEETS LAND AT THE NATIONAL AVIARY
National Aviary, North Side
ongoing
412-323-7235
A new walk-through exhibit is being invaded by a flock of 20 Rainbow Lorikeets, fearless and flashy youngsters who consider humans to be an excellent source of entertainment, particularly when they come bearing nectar. www.aviary.org
FALL FLOWER SHOW
Phipps Conservatory, Oakland
through 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
CHIHULY AT PHIPPS
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Oakland
through November 11
412-622-6914
Phipps is proud to present the works of artist Dale Chihuly in a spectacular exhibit designed exclusively for their conservatory. A pioneer in the use of glass has joined with our horticulturalists and landscape designers to a dazzling fusion of art and nature. Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday evenings.
FLY FOR FUN
Allegheny Airport
through December 31
412-466-1008
You can be the pilot or bring your camera and enjoy the view. Get a great view of the city.
DINOSAURS ALIVE!
Carnegie Science Center, North Side
Rangos Omnimax Theater
through January 2008
See the mighty giant reptiles that once ruled the world reborn in IMAX in Dinosaurs Alive! The latest in digital technology recreates the world of the dinosaurs in the giant four-story theater as never seen before.
WINGS AND WILDLIFE ART SHOW
National Aviary, North Side
November 3, 4
412-323-7235
Pittsburgh’s indoor bird zoo hosts this festival, where some of the country’s best nature artists sell their work. This festival also features many demonstrations, children’s activities and educational programs. www.aviary.org
GREENBERG’S GREAT TRAIN & COLLECTIBLE TOY SHOW
Greater Pittsburgh ExpoMart, Monroeville
November 9-11
412-795-7447 or 412-856-8100
“America’s Premier Toy Train & Miniature Event” with
dramatic layout displays, a huge hobby marketplace offering competitive prices, ongoing how-to clinics, dollhouses, door prizes and the newest hobby books. All aboard for a fun-filled family weekend. www.greenbergshows.com
PITTSBURGH ARTS & CRAFTS HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR WEST
Northern Lights Shopping Center, Baden
November 9-11
724-863-4577
This annual show features over 200 booths of artists, craftspeople, and food vendors from 14 states. Call for more information.
LIGHT-UP NIGHT
Downtown
November 16
412-566-4190
Grab a spot atop Mount Washington to enjoy a spectacular light show, as every downtown building lights up to celebrate the start of the holiday season. www.downtownpittsburgh.com
10TH ANNUAL GREATER PITTSBURGH ARTS & CRAFTS HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR
Pittsburgh ExpoMart, Monroeville
November 16-18
427-863-4577
This annual show features over 200 booths of artists, craftspeople, and food vendors from 14 states. Call for more information.
DOWNTOWN PITTSBURGH, A HOLIDAY TRADITION WITH A NEW TWIST
Downtown
November 16-January 5, 2008
412-566-4190
Downtown holiday shopping and celebrations launched with Light-Up Night on the weekend before Thanksgiving. Entertainment by area attractions, performances, ice sculptures and shopping. www.downtownpittsburgh.com
THANKSGIVING WEEKEND
Downtown Pittsburgh
November 21-25
1-877-LOVE-PGH
You’ll be surrounded by restaurants and more Christmas shopping opportunities and sales than you can imagine. A perfect time for the entire family to visit…plus the fall weather is simply beautiful.
WINTER FLOWER SHOW
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Oakland
November 23-January 6, 2008
412-622-6914
Phipps welcomes winter with an indoor flower display at the Schenley Park conservatory. Call for more information on this popular winter display. www.phippsconservatory.org
CELEBRATE THE SEASON PARADE
Downtown Pittsburgh
November 25
1-877-LOVE-PGH
There will be lots of school marching bands, beautiful holiday floats, local celebrities, and of course, Santa Claus. It is the perfect way for families to begin the holiday season.
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