PITTSBURGH —
Pittsburgh is getting in the holiday spirit.
Highmark Light Up Night will be returning to the Steel City on Nov. 21 for its 65th year. Peoples Gas Holiday Market is set to be held from Nov. 20 to Dec. 24.
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We are getting a look at the new and returning programs, and the artists taking the stage for 2026.
All the fun at Light Up Night beings at 4 p.m. and will end with a fireworks show from Zambelli’s.
Light Up Night Concert Headliner
This year’s headliner is Mt. Lebanon native Daya. Daya took the stage for the celebration ten years ago to open for JoJo. This year, she returns as the headliner for Xfinity Jam at Arts Landing.
Last year’s headliner for the event was “Wherever You Will Go” hit-maker The Calling.
New this year at Arts Landing
This year, Arts Landing offers a new tradition for people of Pittsburgh. The Hallmark Winter Glow will be a free new seasonal attraction that will animate Arts Landing.
We will update you with the latest information on this attraction when we learn more.
Dolly Parton Imagination Library joins the Celebration
Also new this year, the Dolly Parton Imagination Library will be partnering with Fred Rogers Productions for Holiday Kids Play.
The space at 219 Forbes Avenue will be open on 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturdays and until 6 p.m. on Sundays starting on Light Up Night.
The event offers free fun, educational, and hands-on activities for children.
Where will the Holiday Market be?
The holiday market will be returning to Market Square.
In 2025, the holiday market was relocated to the Cultural District due to ongoing renovations in Market Square ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft.
Check back with us as we learn more information on the exact schedule.
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