{"id":311096,"date":"2026-10-21T05:48:12","date_gmt":"2026-10-21T05:48:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/311096\/"},"modified":"2026-10-21T05:48:12","modified_gmt":"2026-10-21T05:48:12","slug":"your-weekend-guide-oct-23-25-pumpkins-plays-chances-to-learn-about-nature-and-more-for-pittsburgh-families","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/311096\/","title":{"rendered":"Your weekend guide Oct 23-25: Pumpkins, plays, chances to learn about nature, and more for Pittsburgh families!"},"content":{"rendered":"

This weekend, there\u2019s a long list of family-friendly fun, ranging from the spooky to general fall festivities. Don\u2019t miss our big fall events guide<\/a> for fun happening all season long, and check out this roundup of some of top events happening this weekend:<\/p>\n

Thursday, October. 22\u2013Sunday, Oct. 25: Campfire Ghost Stories at Allegheny County Parks<\/p>\n

Kick the weekend off early with free family fun. Fall nights and spooky season set the scene for family-friendly ghost stories<\/a> and songs by the glow of a roaring campfire. Halloween costumes are encouraged. Head to North Park, Settlers Cabin Park, Boyce Park or Harrison Hills Park all weekend long. No registration required.<\/p>\n

Friday, Oct. 23\u2013Sunday, Nov. 1: Fall Fest at Point Park University<\/p>\n

Kicking off this Friday and running all month long on weekends, this community street festival offers food, crafts and games. Grab a bite or a drink, paint a pumpkin, and win prizes at this fun-filled fall outing perfect for all ages. Click here for details<\/a> about this free celebration.<\/p>\n

Friday, Oct. 23\u2013Sunday, Nov. 1: \u201cBoo\u2019s Halloween House Party\u201d at Pittsburgh Playhouse<\/p>\n

Opening this weekend and running through the end of the month, this frightfully fun family show is filled with music, dancing, laughter and Halloween thrills for little monsters, grown-up ghouls, and everyone in between. Tickets<\/a> start at $23.<\/p>\n

\"\"\"\"<\/a>Courtesy of Point Park.<\/p>\n

Friday, Oct. 23, and Saturday, Oct. 24: Scary Sketches to Watch in the Dark at Arcade Comedy Theater, 7 p.m.<\/p>\n

This night of comedy will likely be more for parents and teens, but we thought we\u2019d include it here as an option: Cursed yard-sale finds and sinister childhood secrets get a comic twist as Pittsburgh sketch troupe Comedy The Gathering brings its Halloween show to Downtown\u2019s Arcade Comedy Theater. Expect spooky stories, dark humor and plenty of silliness. Tickets are $15. You can find all the details here.<\/a><\/p>\n

Saturday, Oct. 24: Third Annual Halloween Hoopla, 10 a.m.\u20132 p.m.<\/p>\n

Put on a costume and head to B is for Books in Homestead for Reading Ready Pittsburgh\u2019s free Halloween celebration. Families can enjoy pumpkin decorating, Halloween books, storytime and snacks. Pumpkins are provided while supplies last. More info can be found here.<\/a><\/p>\n

\"\"\"\"<\/a>Courtesy of B is for Books.<\/p>\n

Saturday, Oct. 24: Dave & Boo-ster\u2019s Boo Bash, 10 a.m.\u20131 p.m.<\/p>\n

Break out the costumes for a morning of pancakes and Halloween fun at Dave & Buster\u2019s at the Waterfront in Homestead. Families can enjoy a costume contest, scavenger hunt, coloring and Monster Mash music, with an optional game package that includes a $10 Power Card and three hours of unlimited play on select video games. Tickets are $26.67 for food and activities or $33.01 with the game package, including tax and gratuity. Check out all the details right here.<\/a><\/p>\n

Saturday, Oct. 24: Sensory Nature Walk and Caregiver Event, Frick Environmental Center, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Individuals age 14 and older with intellectual and developmental disabilities, along with their families and caregivers, are invited to spend an hour connecting with nature in a welcoming, inclusive environment this summer and fall. Registration<\/a> required.<\/p>\n

\"\"\"\"<\/a>Courtesy of the Frick Environmental Center.<\/p>\n

Saturday, Oct. 24: Halloween Fun Cruise, Gateway Clipper Fleet<\/p>\n

One of the best parts of Pittsburgh is the rivers, even in the fall. Calling all ghosts, ghouls, and goblins to come aboard for an afternoon river cruise and a ghostly good time. Admission<\/a> is $37 for grownups, $26 for ages 3-12, free for ages 2 and younger.<\/p>\n

\"\"\"\"<\/a>Photo courtesy of Gateway Clipper Fleet.<\/p>\n

Saturday, Oct. 24: SkyWatch: Life on Moons, Kamin Science Center<\/p>\n

Gaze upon the wonders of the cosmos with astronomy experts in an exciting one-on-one experience. SkyWatch lets you enjoy the Science Center\u2019s cutting-edge planetarium, private observatory deck and professional telescopes. Registration<\/a> is $12.<\/p>\n

Sunday, Oct. 25: The Fall Forecast, Pittsburgh Botanic Garden, 10 a.m.\u201312 p.m.<\/p>\n

What happens to the weather as fall gives way to winter? Join educator Courtney Hayes at Weisbrod Learning Pavilion to learn about the changing seasons. This drop-in program is included with regular Botanic Garden admission, and no registration is required. Registration and more info can be found here.<\/a><\/p>\n

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