This first weekend of the new year is the perfect chance to cozy up for the last few days of winter break — or head out for some Yinzer family fun. There are events big and small across the region.

So start 2026 off right with Kidsburgh as your guide:

Through Jan. 4: “Aim High: Soaring with the Tuskeegee Airmen” at the Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh.

This is your last weekend to visit this groundbreaking and exciting new exhibit, which closes Jan. 4. Children of all ages can imagine themselves as future aviators through hands-on imaginative play and inspirational real artifacts and stories from the past. This exhibit was created by the Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh in partnership with Hosanna House, Inc. The exhibit includes the Black Wings, American Dreams of Flight exhibit, featuring a series of historic artifacts that tell the story of how African Americans, despite facing racial barriers, attained great achievements in the world of aviation. Black Wings, American Dreams of Flight is organized by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service (SITES) in collaboration with the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum. This exhibit is included with general admission. Find more details here.

Through Jan. 4: “Clue” at the Benedum Center

Opening on Dec. 30 and running through Jan. 4, this fun, nonstop stage musical is great for big kids and adults. Tickets are still available through the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, beginning at $54.

Courtesy of the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust.

Thursday, Jan. 1: WTAE Project Bundle-Up Polar Bear Plunge, 9:30 a.m. 

At this event, folks will be “freezin’ so they don’t have to.” Ring in the New Year by jumping into the freezing cold Monongahela River at the Mon Wharf with the Pittsburgh Polar Bear Club. The event is free, but commemorative t-shirts are sold to benefit WTAE-TV’s project Bundle-Up. Find more details here.

Courtesy of WTAE.

Thursday, Jan. 1: Icicle Bicycle 2026 at REI South Side Works, 10:45 a.m.

Whether you want to partake in this chilly journey or just cheer others on and donate to the Community Human Services Food Pantry, stop by REI on New Year’s Day to kick off this annual bike ride that loops all around the city. Find details and register here.

Friday, Jan. 2: Wiggles and Giggles Story Time at Penn Hills Library, 10:30 a.m. 

This free weekly event is just the place to work off some of that frenetic holiday energy. Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to celebrate books, learning and new friends at this casual event. Find more details here.

Saturday, Jan. 3: “K-Pop Demon Hunters” Children’s Cinema at Penn Hills Library, 1:30 p.m. 

Join library staff for a children’s movie watch party, snacks, and crafts! This month will feature K-Pop Demon Hunters, which is rated PG. Children of all ages are welcome. Please register here or by calling the library at 412-775-4700.

Saturday, Jan. 3 and Sunday, Jan. 4: Greenberg’s Great Train and Toy Show, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

Enjoy model trains, toys, exhibits and more at the Monroeville Convention Center this weekend. Kids 11 and under are free, and general admission is just $6. Purchase tickets and find more information here.

Courtesy of Greenberg’s Train and Toy Show.

Sunday, Jan. 4: Pittsburgh Reptile Show and Sale, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 

Discover the region’s largest selection of reptiles and exotics at the Pittsburgh Mills Mall. Browse a huge variety of snakes, geckos, bearded dragons, frogs, inverts, bioactive plants and isopods — plus enclosures, lighting, heating, décor, feeders, and specialty supplies. Whether you’re a first-time keeper or an experienced hobbyist, you’ll find knowledgeable breeders, responsible husbandry advice and great show-day deals. This event is family-friendly, with education tables and photo opportunities. Tickets are $6.

Courtesy of ReptiRoots.

Sunday, Jan. 4: Pancakes and Pajamas at Lincoln Avenue Brewery, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

Were you gifted a new pair of PJ’s as a present? Does your crew dress up in a matching set each year? None of the above? You can still come out to family-friendly Lincoln Avenue Brewery in Bellevue to welcome the new year in style! The staff will redefine “Sunday Best” as they serve up pancakes and other treats while wearing pajamas. Just roll out of bed and show up. Food will be served until 3 p.m., with the tap room closing at 4 p.m. Find details here.

Sunday, Jan. 4: Breakdancing for Kids with Los Sabrosos, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. 

These easy, fun classes are where students learn the first steps to becoming a breakdancer. Students will get the chance to explore new movements gradually, as the teacher breaks down the elements of each step. Class begins with a warm-up and ends with open questions. The goal is for students to build confidence in themselves and the new moves they’ve learned. This is a 60-minute class with breaks. The cost is $20 for drop-in, with discounts and packages available. The 2 p.m. class is for kids who are more experienced, while the 3 p.m. class is for beginners. Learn more and register here.

Courtesy of Los Sabrosos.

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Photo at top of guide courtesy of the Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh.