{"id":250485,"date":"2026-07-23T18:36:07","date_gmt":"2026-07-23T18:36:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/250485\/"},"modified":"2026-07-23T18:36:07","modified_gmt":"2026-07-23T18:36:07","slug":"here-are-5-things-to-do-in-pittsburgh-this-weekend-july-24-26","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/250485\/","title":{"rendered":"Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: July 24-26"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>We\u2019ve all got our fingers crossed for a summer weekend full of clear skies and great temperatures. Here are some things to do regardless of the weather.<\/p>\n<p>OpenStreetsPGH<\/p>\n<p>Walk or bike \u2014 don\u2019t drive \u2014 to OpenStreetsPGH this weekend, the event that shuts down the roads to motorists and throws a party in the street. This month, the event comes to the Strip District and Lawrenceville.<\/p>\n<p>A packed schedule of events on Sunday will include fitness classes, informational sessions, entertainment and more. From coloring activities to DJs to new hobbies to volunteer opportunities, there\u2019s something to do for everyone. Enjoy shopping, playing, food and fun.<\/p>\n<p>The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday in the Strip District and Lawrenceville. For a full map of street closures and listing of places to stop, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/openstreetspgh.org\/schedule\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">openstreetspgh.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Schenley Plaza 20th Anniversary Jubilee<\/p>\n<p>Time flies! Schenley Plaza in Oakland has been open for two decades, and it\u2019s time to celebrate this weekend with a jubilee from the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy.<\/p>\n<p>The event is free and open to the public. It will feature free carousel rides, live music, fairytale characters, a vendor market and festival mainstays including a balloon artist, face painting and caricatures. There will also be Giant Jenga and other games, plus surprises throughout today.<\/p>\n<p>Head to Schenley Plaza in Oakland on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. For a full schedule of events, check out <a href=\"https:\/\/pittsburghparks.org\/event\/schenley-plaza-jubilee-20th-anniversary-celebration\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">pittsburghparks.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Arrested Development<\/p>\n<p>Early \u201990s hip hop group Arrested Development will be coming to town this weekend as part of Allegheny County\u2019s free Summer Concert Series for a show in the park you won\u2019t want to miss.<\/p>\n<p>With hits including \u201cTennessee,\u201d \u201cMr. Wendal\u201d and \u201cPeople Everyday,\u201d all from their critically acclaimed 1992 album \u201c3 Years, 5 Months and 2 Days in the Life Of \u2026 \u201d the group won the 1993 Grammy Award for Best New Artist and has been highly influential in the genre.<\/p>\n<p>The show will take place at Hartwood Acres Park on Sunday at 7:30 p.m. Gates will open at 3 p.m. and Cam Chambers will open. To learn more, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.alleghenycounty.us\/Parks-and-Events\/Special-Events\/Summer-Concerts-Series\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">alleghenycounty.us<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Fridays at the Frick<\/p>\n<p>The Frick Pittsburgh will host a night full of music, art, food and fun on Friday night. This month, enjoy the sounds of the Polkamaniacs to brighten your summer evening.<\/p>\n<p>The high-energy band will blend the traditional sounds of polka with punk, rock and roots sounds to create a high-energy, interactive show you won\u2019t want to miss. Enjoy activities for all ages, refreshments and more alongside the show.<\/p>\n<p>There is a $5 entry fee for adults. The event will be held starting at 5 p.m., with music starting at 6:30 p.m. To learn more, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thefrickpittsburgh.org\/Event-Summer-Fridays-at-the-Frick\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">thefrickpittsburgh.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Blank Space: the Unofficial Taylor Swift Tribute<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re still sad that you missed out on Eras Tour tickets or you just want to relive the magic of dancing to Taylor Swift\u2019s music live, this tribute show is for you.<\/p>\n<p>Held at The Paza at North Shore, this show will explore Swift\u2019s music from its country beginnings to pop anthems to big hits. The act is a faithful tribute to the pop superstar and Swifties will have a blast singing and dancing along to all of the singles they know so well.<\/p>\n<p>The show will be held Saturday at 7:30 p.m. at The Plaza at North Shore. For tickets and information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.plazaatnorthshore.com\/events\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">plazaatnorthshore.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"We\u2019ve all got our fingers crossed for a summer weekend full of clear skies and great temperatures. 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