This weekend is a busy one. It’s Halloween, Día de los Muertos, the beginning of November, and time to set our clocks back. In between celebrating and adjusting to new schedules, we hope your family finds time to squeeze in one of these family-friendly weekend activities:

Friday, Oct. 31: Duo’s Treehouse with La Escuelita Arcoiris, 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

Duolingo and La Escuelita Arcoiris invite caregivers and little ones (birth to 5 years) to spend time learning and playing on Fridays. This bilingual (Spanish and English) free program aims to foster healthy development for children and support the adults who care for them. This program is held every Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Kingsley Association. Registration is week-by-week. Sign up here. (And learn more about Duo’s Treehouse here.)

Friday, Oct. 31 to Sunday, Nov. 2: Bugs Bunny at the Symphony at Heinz Hall

Celebrating Bugs Bunny’s 85th Anniversary, guests are invited to watch 16 beloved, classic Looney Tunes projected on the big screen while the PSO plays their iconic, classically infused original scores live. Tickets start at $32.

Saturday, Nov. 1: Storytime at the Museum, 10 a.m. 

Join staff at the Carnegie Museum of Natural History for Storytime at the Museum every Saturday. Hear nature and science stories read by their Natural History Interpreters and get a chance to touch museum specimens. Stop by for one page, one book or stay for the whole 45 minutes. This event meets at the bench in the entrance of Dinosaurs in Their Time. No registration is required, and this storytime is free with museum admission.

Courtesy of the Carnegie Museum of Natural History.

Saturday, Nov. 1: The Great Pumpkin Smash at the Kamin Science Center, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

Celebrate the end of the Halloween season at the Science Center! Toss your carved pumpkins from a designated drop zone and watch them splatter to the ground. Come for the thrill and learn about the physics behind why these colorful gourds smash, splatter, and even bounce. Halloween isn’t over until the last pumpkin falls. Here’s how it works: Bring in your carved pumpkin to the Ticket Counter and receive $5 off general admission (cannot be combined with other discounts). Then, drop your pumpkin high above the 16 ft. portico and watch it splatter. Also: Watch as museum educators use liquid nitrogen to explode pumpkins during special demonstrations at 10 a.m., 12 p.m., and 2 p.m. Visitors are encouraged to get in the spirit by wearing their Halloween costumes one last time. Find details here.

Saturday, Nov. 1: Hip-Hop Art Camp at the August Wilson African American Cultural Center, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

While the first session of this workshop was last weekend, kids of all ages are still welcome to sign up for this weekend’s session. Guided by artist Juliandra Jones, this experience takes participants from the world of graffiti to the creation of large-scale murals that tell powerful community stories. Each session invites students to study the legacy of women in hip-hop, uncover the history behind graffiti writing, and design their own tags that reflect individuality and voice. Through paint, movement and storytelling, participants will see how art can be both personal and transformative. Every participant receives a swag bag, light refreshments and the opportunity to connect with peers who share their passion for creativity and culture. The cost for this session is $25.

Courtesy of the AWAACC.

Saturday, Nov. 1: Fiddlesticks Festival of Music at Heinz Hall, 11:15 a.m. 

Fiddlesticks and the Pittsburgh Symphony explore festive sounds of holidays celebrated by families in our community. From the colorful traditions of Diwali and Dia de los Muertos, to the joy of Thanksgiving, Sukkot, Yalda Night and Kwanzaa. Arrive early for pre-concert activities. Tickets are $24-$37. (Learn more here.)

Fiddlesticks shows are full of joy and silliness. (Photo courtesy of PSO.)

Saturday, Nov. 1: “Coco” at the Harris Theater, 1 p.m.

As part of the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust’s Día de los Muertos series, “Coco” will be screened this weekend at the Harris Theater. Tickets are $13 for adults, $10 for students and free for anyone under 12. Purchase tickets right here.

Sunday, Nov. 2: Día De Los Muertos at La Escuelita Arcoiris, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

This free cultural event is the perfect way to introduce your kids to the Mexican holiday of Día De Los Muertos. There will be food, games, crafts, and family activities. This event is free to participants of all ages.

Courtesy of Escuelita Arcoiris.

Sunday, Nov. 2: The Slovak Heritage Festival at the Cathedral of Learning, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

It’s the 35th anniversary of the Slovak Heritage Festival! This afternoon at the Cathedral of Learning in Oakland is filled with Slovak and Eastern European food, cultural displays and lectures, Slovak and Eastern European vendors, and musical and folk dance performances. Come celebrate this strong culture from the Pittsburgh community and across the country. Street parking in Oakland is free on Sundays, and can also be found in the Soldiers and Sailors parking garage. ADA accessible entrances can be found on the first floor, facing the Fifth Avenue entrance to the building, and on the ground floor to the right of the fountain facing Bigelow Boulevard. This event is free.

Courtesy of the Slovak Heritage Festival.

Sunday, Nov. 2: Twilight at Mansfield at Oliver Miller Homestead, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. 

Come for a special evening at the Oliver Miller Homestead. The property will be beautifully lit by candles, lamps, lanterns and crescents, offering a rare opportunity to see the homestead in a quaint, traditional evening setting. Enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of fresh-baked goods during this lovely autumn event. Admission is $2.

If you find yourself asking, “What is there to do in Pittsburgh this weekend?” it may be time to sign up for the Kidsburgh newsletter! It’s the best way to find out about local family-friendly events.