{"id":141849,"date":"2026-03-18T16:51:21","date_gmt":"2026-03-18T16:51:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/141849\/"},"modified":"2026-03-18T16:51:21","modified_gmt":"2026-03-18T16:51:21","slug":"12-things-to-do-in-pittsburgh-this-weekend-march-19-22-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/141849\/","title":{"rendered":"12+ things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend, March 19-22, 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"

What\u2019s going on in Pittsburgh this weekend, March 19-22? Find out here. Know of a cool event?\u00a0Email us<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Thursday, March 19: Excellence in Fibers XI at Contemporary Craft
6-8 p.m.
Contemporary Craft teams up with Fiber Art Now<\/a> to showcase artists who are redefining \u201cthe conceptual and physical boundaries of fiber.\u201d Don\u2019t miss Thursday night\u2019s free opening reception for \u201cExcellence In Fibers XI,\u201d presented in Contemporary Craft\u2019s new David Zeve Gallery for Regional Artists. On view through June 27, the dynamic exhibition \u201cexamines the expansive field of contemporary fiber and textile practice through works that range from traditional techniques to complex expressive forms.\u201d Viewers can explore a range of materials, processes and techniques, such as basketry, embroidery, felting, weaving and quilting. Information<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Thursday, March 19-Sunday, March 22: Pittsburgh Fringe Festival at multiple venues
Various times
March 19-28
A shadow puppet show weaving the myth of Krampus with the rock music of The Cramps. A performance-based escape room challenging attendees to save a life in less than one hour. A psychological dramedy set in a prison. A tale of a thousand foreskins<\/a>. These are just some of the provocative productions on tap for the 13th annual Fringe Festival<\/a>. Activating venues across the East End, the multi-genre lineup features 50 events, from circus arts and comedy, to musicals, cabaret and more. Fringe brings international touring acts to the Burgh, while showcasing local talent. New this year, the ambitious Fringe footprint will stretch to include venues in Allentown, Sharpsburg and Downtown Pittsburgh.<\/p>\n

Starting Thursday, March 19, audiences can catch high-caliber productions exploring bold ideas and nurturing creative risk-taking. Find out what happens when President Donald Trump is about to be replaced or when two comics and a drag queen walk into a bar. Don\u2019t miss \u201cJawsica,\u201d a one-woman show about the iconic summer movie, a performance at the new queer-friendly Soft Spot Cafe and a \u201cgluten-free musical comedy about an overachieving American Gen-Zer.\u201d In short, get out there, chance and discover something new. Schedule and tickets<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"\"Texture Contemporary Ballet dancers Madeline Kendall Schreiber and Madison Jayne Cole. Photo by Rachel Harman.<\/p>\n

Friday, March 20-Sunday, March 22: \u201cEternal Beauty\u201d at the\u00a0New Hazlett Theater
7:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m.
Texture Contemporary Ballet wraps up its milestone 15th anniversary season by producing \u201centirely new works that showcase the company\u2019s evolving artistic voice.\u201d Featuring original premieres choreographed by Texture\u2019s longtime resident artists, the works in \u201cEternal Beauty\u201d will explore connections between sound and movement, the resilience and strength of women, sensuality, power and more. The night will also provide audiences with an intimate look back, and forward, at the Pittsburgh-based company founded in 2011 by Alan Obuzor. The program will culminate with \u201cMoment of Impact,\u201d Obuzor\u2019s newest work highlighting the company\u2019s \u201ccommitment to sharing physically dynamic and emotionally complex dance.\u201d Tickets<\/a>. <\/p>\n

Saturday, March 21: Africana Wellness Conference at the Community Empowerment Association
9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
The Legacy Arts Project<\/a> teams up with the Ujamaa Collective<\/a> to host this seventh annual conference in the heart of Homewood. Organized around the theme, \u201cNow That We Are Here: Let\u2019s Be Human,\u201d this year\u2019s conference<\/a> invites participants to explore wellness \u201cas a collective practice rooted in culture, creativity and connection.\u201d Attendees can join wellness workshops and food demonstrations led by community practitioners and teaching artists. The one-day conference also features hands-on activities, wellness vendors and youth activities across the street at the Homewood YMCA. Conference-goers can select gently used items to take home from the event\u2019s Community Closet. Free breakfast and lunch will be provided. Registration is required<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"\"NatureFest. Photo courtesy of Carnegie Museum of Natural History.<\/p>\n

Saturday, March 21: NatureFest at Carnegie Museum of Natural History
10 a.m.-5 p.m.
The first weekend of spring is the perfect time to explore the sounds of nature all around us. Curious adventurers of all ages are invited to \u201ctune in to nature\u201d at this this one-day celebration<\/a> in Oakland. Join scientists, educators and community partners to discover the science behind sound and the \u201cvibrant voices of the natural world.\u201d There\u2019s so much to hear, see and discover \u2014 from dinosaur roars to Bornean frog calls to animal communication to natural soundscapes.<\/p>\n

Investigate anatomy to learn about about dinosaur vocalization and hearing abilities and learn to identify a variety of frog calls. Visit the Visible Lab to see conservation and collections staff hard at work as they catalog frog calls recorded during research trips to Borneo. Compare ultrasound graphs of bird calls and then learn to identify them visibly. Sign up for the City Nature Challenge, ask the experts your burning questions and pop into the Earth Theater to hear stories featuring unique animal sounds. Check out performances and demonstrations by the Council of Three Rivers American Indian Center and unwind with yoga sessions led by SolSoulSole. Schedule and tickets<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"\"Photo courtesy of the August Wilson African American Cultural Center.<\/p>\n

Saturday, March 21: Black in Bloom Spring Community Day at the August Wilson African American Cultural Center
12-3 p.m.
Step into spring and get \u201cBlack in Bloom\u201d at the August Wilson African American Cultural Center during this vibrant celebration of community and resilience. Highlighting Black health, joy and growth, the free event promotes wellness, empowerment and connection with free activations and experiences. Visit the Spring Vendor Market, enjoy music by DJ KING B and check out performances from local artists. Join The Writers Landscape Tour led by Wali Jamal, relax with R&B ThinkWell Yoga sessions. Wander into the Komorebi Sound Garden and participate in creation stations led by the Young Dreamers Bookstore. The festival also includes health screenings with UPMC, art activities and community resources. . Food and beverages will be provided by Cafe As\u00e9. .<\/p>\n

\"\"Tom Sarver, \u201cMemory of The Quiet Storm,\u201d 2026. Photo courtesy of Associated Artists of Pittsburgh.<\/p>\n

Saturday, March 21: \u201c2025-2026 Featured Artists Exhibition\u201d at Associated Artists of Pittsburgh
5-8 p.m.
Did you know that the country\u2019s oldest continuously operating artist member organization was founded right here in Pittsburgh? Join Associated Artists of Pittsburgh for the organization\u2019s seventh annual \u201cFeatured Artist Exhibition.\u201d Saturday\u2019s free opening reception at AAP\u2019s Lawrenceville HQ celebrates the culmination of its monthly featured series. Presenting work by 12 artists, the exhibit spans a diversity of creative processes and materials \u2014 from painting, photography and ceramics to rubber and even dryer lint.<\/p>\n

Curated by AAP Exhibitions Coordinator Dawn Henry, the group exhibit showcases work created over the last 12 months. Featured Artists are: Sobia Ahmad, Tony Balko, Seth Clark, Fabrizio Gerbino, Peggi Habets, Noah Emhurt, Penny Mateer, Lorrie Anne Minicozzi, Tom Sarver, Sarah Simmons, Bradley Weyandt and Hisham Youssef. On view through May 29, the exhibition is accompanied by an online store featuring additional works not found in the gallery. Information<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Saturday, March 21: North Hills Home Brew Fest at The Pittsburgh Shrine Center
5-9 p.m.
With spring coming in like a lion, it\u2019s a good thing that this local Home Brew Fest is moving the fun indoors. Pittsburgh home brewers and beer lovers will converge in Cheswick to raise a glass to a very hoppy spring. See who will be crowned the grand champion, as the region\u2019s leading beer makers showcase their unique creations during the Battle of the Home Brews. Taste the latest libations and vote on your favorites, watch the Brewers Challenge, participate in the event raffles and more. The winning beer during the festival\u2019s V.I.P. tasting event will be made and served at Pittsburgh\u2019s legendary Penn Brewery. The event offers three tickets options<\/a> and includes food vendors. Information<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"\"Photo courtesy of the Andy Warhol Museum.<\/p>\n

Saturday, March 21: Teen Sensory Friendly Silent Disco at The Andy Warhol Museum
6-8 p.m.
Looking for a fun night out that celebrates young people with autism spectrum disorders or sensory sensitivities? Slip into your most comfortable party outfit and hit the dance floor at The Warhol. The free event<\/a> is open to teens up to 18 years old and their families. Join the accommodating staff for a sensory-friendly evening of dancing, socializing and art-making. A live DJ will spin dance tunes, while adjustable wireless headphones allow participants to choose their own volume levels or opt out. Partygoers can decompress or connect in a calm setting in the enclosed sensory-friendly area on the museum\u2019s first floor. In the underground studio, attendees try a variety of art projects including silkscreen printing. Register for free<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Saturday, March 21: \u201cMorgan Freeman\u2019s Symphonic Blues Experience\u201d at Heinz Hall
7:30 p.m.
The rich traditions of the Mississippi Delta Blues will fuse with symphonic orchestra sounds for this special one-night only production<\/a>. If you loved him in \u201cThe Shawshank Redemption,\u201d \u201cMillion Dollar Baby\u201d or \u201cInvictus,\u201d you can\u2019t miss this evening guided by the iconic voice and vision of Oscar-winning actor, producer and narrator Morgan Freeman. Featuring \u201cauthentic Delta Blues performances backed by powerful symphonic arrangements,\u201d the night promises much more than a concert. Called a \u201cgroundbreaking live concert experience that transcends time, weaving the deep-rooted history of the Blues with the grandeur of orchestral music,\u201d the immersive PSO show will explore sound, culture and storytelling. Tickets<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Sunday, March 22: FAKES!: Fooling the Art World for Fun and Profit at the Frick Art Museum
2 p.m.
Stop the doom scrolling about deepfakes and attend this thought-provoking lecture exploring \u201cthe thrilling world of art fakes.\u201d Dr. Kahren Jones Arbitman, who specializes in 17th-century Dutch art, with a specific focus on the Dutch painter, Rembrandt, will deliver what is sure to be an entertaining talk focused on the \u201cintriguing world of art fakes and forgeries.\u201d<\/p>\n

You\u2019ve likely read about such scandals involving some of the most prominent figures within the history on art. Explore this highly complex world as Arbitman unpacks the tools experts use to separate the imposters from the real things and shares inside stories about some of the art world\u2019s most fascinating fakes. Arbitman, who also served as The Frick Art Museum\u2019s first curator in 1985, will also \u201cseparate those works created solely to deceive from legitimate copies, student works and school pieces.\u201d Audiences will discover background about everything from from art styles to connoisseurship to the rigorous authentication process. Tickets<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Sunday, March 22: \u201cArtfully Uplifting\u201d at the Pittsburgh Playhouse
2 p.m.
The Pittsburgh Playhouse is partnering with Autism Connection of Pennsylvania, the ESTEEM Group and Achieva to present this \u201csensory-friendly specifically created for neurodivergent individuals with sensory processing difficulties, sensory needs and disabilities.\u201d Head Downtown to enjoy sensory-friendly music and movement in a relaxed theater environment designed for all ages and abilities.<\/p>\n

A variety of live performances \u2014 from singing and dancing to poetry \u2014 will be showcased in a concert-style format. Creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, the entire theater offers a relaxed experience, including house lights up and production sound down. A quiet room for calming time will be located near the grand lobby, and attendees are welcome to enter and exit the theater as needed. The Sunday afternoon performance is also a great opportunity for first-time theatergoers or young children. .<\/p>\n

7 more things to do this weekend<\/p>\n

Thursday, March 19-Sunday, March 22: Rivers of Steel presents the Intercollegiate Iron Pour<\/a> at the Carrie Blast Furnaces, various times<\/p>\n

Thursday, March 19-Sunday, March 22: Pittsburgh Japanese Film Festival<\/a> at Row House Cinema, various times<\/p>\n

Friday, March 20: Fred Rogers\u2019 Birthday Free Admission Day<\/a> at the Children\u2019s Museum of Pittsburgh, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.<\/p>\n

Friday, March 20: Jellyfish Queer Dance Party<\/a> at Spirit, 8 p.m.-2 a.m.<\/p>\n

Saturday, March 21: Achieva presents the Pittsburgh Promenade: Bright Futures<\/a> gala at The Westin Pittsburgh, 6-9 p.m.<\/p>\n

Sunday March 22: Pittsburgh Bridal Showcase and Pittsburgh Women\u2019s Expo<\/a> at the David Lawrence Convention Center, 12-4 p.m.<\/p>\n

Sunday, March 22: Sojourner House presents the 22nd Annual Victorian Tea<\/a> at the Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh, 1-4 p.m.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"What\u2019s going on in Pittsburgh this weekend, March 19-22? Find out here. Know of a cool event?\u00a0Email us.…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":141850,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[9],"tags":[59379,73,1913,1914,1915,1916,75,74,1477,1917,1918],"class_list":["post-141849","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-pittsburgh","tag-march-events","tag-pittsburgh","tag-pittsburgh-event-calendar","tag-pittsburgh-event-guide","tag-pittsburgh-event-listings","tag-pittsburgh-events","tag-pittsburgh-headlines","tag-pittsburgh-news","tag-things-to-do-in-pittsburgh","tag-weekend-event-guide","tag-weekend-events"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/141849","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=141849"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/141849\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/141850"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=141849"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=141849"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=141849"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}