Going responsibly at the NFL Draft: Porta-potty etiquette 101
As fans flood Downtown Pittsburgh and the North Shore during the NFL Draft, there’s one thing that hopefully won’t be flooding: all of the portable toilets. From trash to smell to even potential physical altercations, there are plenty of pitfalls to porta-potties. Having somewhere to go on the go is...
Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: April 17-19
It’s the final moment of calm before the storm. As we anticipate the NFL Draft descending upon our city next week, Pittsburghers tend to fall into two camps: those excited to head to the North Shore to party, or those ready to stock up on groceries and stay in the...
Here are 5 things to do in Westmoreland this weekend: April 17-19
The NFL Draft will rock the region next weekend, so this is the weekend to get out and about to enjoy the calm before the storm. Here are a few things you can do around Westmoreland County. ArtsWalk 2026 Experience the artistic offerings of Greensburg with ArtsWalk this Saturday. The...
Pop star Meghan Trainor cancels upcoming tour, including PPG Paints Arena stop
She may be “All About That Bass,” but pop star Meghan Trainor isn’t all about her summer tour anymore. She announced Thursday that her national “Get In Girl Tour,” set to open in June, has been canceled. That means no July 11 concert at PPG Paints Arena. “After a lot...
Review: It may be corny, but ‘Shucked’ is a down-home good time at the Benedum Center
Yes, it’s a musical about corn. Obviously, it’s not just about corn; “Shucked” is a modern show with a lot of old-fashioned sensibilities, from its farcical rom-com plot to its folksy score. And it’s also perfect for popping a few kernels, turning off your brain and having a soul-nourishing night...
Pittsburgh artists, locally inspired art to be part of NFL Draft
Pittsburgh will be woven into every aspect of the upcoming NFL Draft, which will be held Downtown and on the North Shore from April 23-25. On Tuesday, the NFL announced locally inspired art that will add another dimension to the ‘Burgh representation throughout the event. Two artists with local connections...
Review: Soul Asylum goes acoustic at sold-out City Winery Pittsburgh show
For every kind of music, there is a season. For me, spring is the perfect time of year to open up all the windows and blast ’90s alt-rock. So there’s no better time to see a band like Soul Asylum, one of the genre’s underrated gems. They may have released...
Western Pennsylvania CSAs bring produce to your table
Eating in spring summer is all about fresh and flavorful produce, from juicy tomatoes and vitamin-rich greens to sweet and tangy berries. Salads, skewers, sorbets and sangrias will cover picnic tables, and farmers markets make mouths water. For those looking for the freshest produce that the season has to offer,...
What you need to know for NFL Draft weekend
The 2026 NFL Draft will take over parts of Downtown Pittsburgh and the North Shore from April 23-25. Whether you’re coming in from out of town or a local looking to join the fun, there are lots of logistical concerns to consider. Here’s your guide for what you need to...
America250PA concert in Point State Park headlined by Nelly, Third Eye Blind
In celebration of America’s semiquincentennial, America250PA is putting on a Pennsylvania-wide concert series this summer. Pittsburgh is the final stop with two blockbuster headliners. The free concert is set for June 27 at Point State Park and will be headlined by rapper Nelly and alt-rockers Third Eye Blind. The Commonwealth...
Pittsburghese Primer: An NFL Draft visitor’s guide to understanding Yinzers
Whether it’s saying yinz for the plural of “you” or flattening vowels in words like “out” or “down,” Pittsburghers have a distinctive way of speaking. But for us, it’s totally natural. “That’s why you can pretty easily pick out a Pittsburgher,” said Brian Butko, director of publications at the Heinz...
Here are 5 things to do in Westmoreland this weekend: April 10-12
Is the temperature roller coaster finally over? We know better in Southwestern Pennsylvania. Whether you’re too warm or too cold, head to one of these events this weekend. Spring pop-up market Do you want a fresh look — for yourself or your home — now that winter is nearly over?...
Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend, April 10-12
Construction season may be in full effect, but Pittsburgh is jumping with fun events all weekend long. Set your GPS, try to avoid the traffic and head out of the house. Bailey Zimmerman Country artist Bailey Zimmerman released his second album, “Different Night, Same Rodeo,” last year and is taking...
Jack White announces Pittsburgh show at Citizens Live at the WylieVideo
Fans of former White Stripes frontman and solo rocker Jack White will have a chance to see him at a brand new venue this fall. White announced a new slate of dates on Thursday, including one on Nov. 12 at the soon-to-open Citizens Live at the Wylie. The show will...
Review: Pittsburgh Playhouse’s ‘Our Town’ paints a poignant portrait of small-town America
There are undoubtedly some shows in the theatrical canon that are overdone. It can be groan-inducing to see the same plays and musicals performed over and over again, revived and revisited ad nauseam. Thornton Wilder’s classic “Our Town,” while frequently produced, isn’t one of them. This slice of Americana is...
Sweetwater Center for the Arts set to acquire ownership of their building
After occupying the building for nearly four decades, and after almost ayear and a half of negotiations and bureaucracy, Sweetwater Center for the Arts will soon officially own its longtime home, the Old Sewickley Post Office. Established in 1975, Sweetwater Center for the Arts moved into the Old Sewickley Post...
American Red Cross teams up with ‘The Pitt’ for series of blood drives
Viewers watch the doctors and nurses of the fictional Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Center save lives every Thursday on the HBO Max series “The Pitt.” Now, the American Red Cross is teaming up with the show to help everyday Pittsburghers save some lives of their own. The organization is holding a...
Review: Bush kicks off 2026 tour on a high note at UPMC Events Center
In a crowded field of 1990s alt-rock bands, Bush is one of the more memorable ones. The British rockers stormed onto American shores in the mid-’90s, bringing hits “Glycerine” and “Comedown” to radio stations and car tape decks across the nation. Gavin Rossdale’s gravelly voice, their catchy post-grunge sound and...
Bands & Bids auction and concert to benefit Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank
This week, Southwestern Pennsylvanians have the chance to feed their soul with music while feeding local families in need. In its inaugural year, the Bands & Bids fundraiser, benefitting the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank, has a variety of unique music items, tickets and experiences up for silent auction. The...
Rocker Billy Idol announces tour stop at Star Lake this summer
It’ll be a nice day to see rock icon Billy Idol perform this summer. The 2026 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominee will be headed to the Pavilion at Star Lake on Aug. 20 with his It’s a Nice Day to … Tour Again! tour. Idol last performed in...
Here are 5 things to do in Westmoreland this weekend: April 3-5
Easter weekend is here. Before you don your pastels, take the ham out of the oven and hunt for your hidden basket, consider heading out to one of these events around Westmoreland County with your family. ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ The Palace Theatre will host a production of the classic Andrew...
Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: April 3-5
Not only is it Easter weekend, but it’s also Pirates Home Opener weekend! If you manage to find time between celebrating those two important holidays, here are some things to do around town that will be just as fun. Jurassic Quest Bring the whole family to real-as-life animatronic dinosaurs this...
Pittsburgh-set film ‘The Gymnast’ to premiere at Miami Film Festival
Director and writer Charlotte Glynn grew up in Pittsburgh in the era after the industrial boom. Her most recent film, “The Gymnast,” evokes that time with a ringing authenticity. The third of her films set in Pittsburgh, “The Gymnast” has its North American premiere April 10 at the Miami Film...
Quantum Theatre takes audiences behind the scenes with ’10 out of 12′
Controlled chaos reigns in playwright Anne Washburn’s “10 Out of 12,” and director Andrew William Smith has been in charge of creating it. Quantum Theatre is mounting the play at the Mellon Institute in Oakland, with opening night on Friday. The run continues through April 26. “It’s been beautiful because...
Review: ‘Water for Elephants’ at Benedum Center is a pachyderm-sized spectacle with a dark side
Much like the circus at its center, the musical “Water for Elephants” is a dazzling spectacle — but also a bit messy, and with a lot of darkness lurking in the shadows beyond the Big Top lights. The musical is based on the best-selling 2006 novel by Sara Gruen and...
