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What\u2019s going on in Pittsburgh this weekend, Oct. 22-25? Find out here.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t miss our monthly feature on 12 can\u2019t-miss October events in Pittsburgh<\/a>, and check out our\u00a0Live Music Guide<\/a>\u00a0for details about festivals and concerts on the horizon this fall. For a comprehensive guide to October art happenings around the region, see our\u00a0NEXT in the Gallery<\/a>\u00a0series.<\/p>\n

Note: For outdoor events, please check each event\u2019s social media pages and websites for updates about weather-related cancellations and postponements.
Have a cool event we should know about?\u00a0Email us<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Thursday, Oct. 22-Saturday, Oct. 24
Pittsburgh Coffee Week at multiple venues
Various times
Keep the buzz going all week at this 12th annual celebration<\/a> of our city\u2019s coffee scene. This year, the fest takes java lovers \u201cbehind-the-brews\u201d to explore the beloved beverage at shops all around the city. Inspired by this year\u2019s theme of \u201cexplore the pour,\u201d the roster of activities places special emphasis on educational events and opportunities that foster cross-shop collaboration and opportunities for learning, and connection. Discover the art behind making a coffee blend, cheer on contestants during a brewing technique competition, watch pro demonstrations and much more. Always wanted to run your own coffee business? You can even join a workshop focused on what it takes to open, manage and grow a coffee shop.<\/p>\n

The event series spans cafes across the Burgh and is open to anyone with an interest in coffee. This weekend, check out the Filter Coffee Throwdown, a Coffee Cocktails & Dancing Happy Hour, Pizza Party and more. The community-driven series also showcases drink specials that are only available exclusively during Pittsburgh Coffee Week. Schedule and information<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"\"Interactive Ofrenda Experience at the Greer Cabaret Theater. Photo courtesy of the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust.<\/p>\n

Thursday, Oct. 22
D\u00eda de los Muertos Kickoff Lunch at Arts Landing & Greer Cabaret Theater
12 p.m.
Head Downtown to welcome this year\u2019s D\u00eda de los Muertos festivities<\/a> in the heart of the Cultural District. Join Lisa DiGioia-Nutini, owner of Mexico Lindo Mercado y Galeria de Artesan\u00edas, and artist Alison Zapatta, who created the new ofrenda in the Greer Cabaret Theater\u2019s Kara Family Lobby. During the vibrant celebration of Mexican cuisine, culture and activities, attendees of all ages can savor authentic tacos and tamales from the Los Gallitos food truck and enjoy live music by DJ Mateo Mattos. Participate in art activities, visit the ofrenda and learn more about this authentic tradition with the artists.<\/p>\n

The free event includes outdoor activities at Arts Landing (weather permitting) and an artist talk inside the theater. Throughout October, the public is invited to participate in the community ofrenda by contributing personal mementos and flowers to the altar to honor and celebrate deceased loved ones. Information<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"\"Photo courtesy of the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium.\"\"Photo courtesy of the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium.\"\"Photo courtesy of the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium.\"\"Photo courtesy of the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium.<\/p>\n

Thursday, Oct. 22-Sunday, Oct. 25
Jack O\u2019Lantern Extravaganza at the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium
6:30-10 p.m.
Experience the spooky \u2014 and artistic \u2014 side of the zoo. Stroll amidst 3,500 creatively handcarved pumpkins illuminating the site\u2019s Islands and Jungle Odyssey areas. This year\u2019s gallery of glowing gourds features all-new designs and themed areas. Keep your eyes peeled for beloved zoo animals, Pittsburgh celebrities, creepy cryptids and characters from movies, animation, music and sports. The show-stopping spectacle will culminate with the Living Wall Pumpkin Trail finale.<\/p>\n

Presented with sound, light and other special effects, the display features pumpkins and decorations provided by local favorite Soergel Orchards<\/a>. The premier family-friendly event runs through Nov. 1. In addition to pumpkins of all shapes, sizes and designs, the extravaganza offers activities for children, \u201cgently spooky seasonal displays\u201d and seasonal food items. Don\u2019t miss the magic moment savannah path, scavenger hunt and live pumpkin carving. Hop on the night train and carousel, watch the pumpkin smash and check out the spooky sights pack. Tickets<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"\"Photo courtesy of Hello Neighbor.<\/p>\n

Thursday, Oct. 22
Neighborhood Nosh at The Maverick
7-9:30 p.m.
Now more than ever is a crucial time to show up for Pittsburgh\u2019s refugee and immigrant communities. A fantastic way to help while also experiencing a one-of-a-kind evening and savoring the culinary diversity and talents of Pittsburgh\u2019s refugee and immigrant communities is by supporting a vital mission of Hello Neighbor. Community, cuisine and culture will converge at the chic contemporary hotel housed inside a historic former YMCA in East Liberty. Nosh on authentic dishes from local immigrant-owned restaurants including Malaysian Kitchen, Maissa and Caribbean Food Snacks showcased throughout the evening, and enjoy bar service provided by Hey Babe<\/a>. Adding to the lively atmosphere will be live entertainment from the Thanakarn Limtham Trio.<\/p>\n

Every ticket purchased<\/a> directly aids Hello Neighbor\u2019s work supporting refugees, immigrants and their families as they build new lives in the Pittsburgh region. Critical programs and services provide essential resources, mentorship, family support and more. Open to ages 21 and up, the unique evening also includes an awards ceremony recognizing community leaders, businesses and volunteers who have supported Hello Neighbor\u2019s work across the region. Tickets<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Thursday, Oct. 22-Sunday, Oct. 25
\u201cOthello of the End Zone, or The Steel City Tragedy\u201d at the New Hazlett Theater
7:30 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m.
Experience Shakepeare and football like never before with the New Hazlett\u2019s first-ever co-production with DEMASKUS Theater Collective<\/a>. Take a seat on the North Side and \u201cstep onto the 50-yard line\u201d for a drama that will play out on and off the field. Written by Franky D. Gonzalez, the play \u201cfollows the journey and battles of Imani Othello who must navigate the treacherous world of sports and her own insecurities after being named head coach of America\u2019s most beloved football franchise.\u201d Sounds like a very Pittsburgh story.<\/p>\n

Directed by Shaunda Miles McDill, the \u201chard-hitting adaptation centers on a Black woman calling the plays at the height of her power, confronting ambition, betrayal and relentless doubt.\u201d Reimagining the bard\u2019s iconic 1603 tragedy set in Venice and Cyprus, \u201cOthello of the End Zone\u201d stars Cynthia Dallas and Michael Patrick Trimm. With a contemporary take on the play\u2019s language and setting, the bold adaptation explores the play\u2019s timeless themes such as emotional truth, power, ambition, gender roles and more. For budget tickets, don\u2019t miss the Pay-What-You-Can night starting at $20 on Thursday, Oct. 22. Tickets<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Friday, Oct. 23-Sunday, Oct. 25: Tours at Buffalo Bill\u2019s House in Perryopolis
Various times
Are you feeling that crispness in the air and hearing the leaves crunching beneath your feet? This can only means it\u2019s time to supercharge the spooky season with one of the most terrifying films ever made. This Halloween, make Jonathan Demme\u2019s 1991 film, \u201cThe Silence of the Lambs\u201d even more unforgettable by visiting the actual home<\/a> of fictional serial killer Buffalo Bill. You heard us right: Step into the spine-tingling 1910 Victorian manse, immortalized during the cinematic climax of the five-Oscar-winning horror film starring Jodie Foster and Anthony Hopkins.<\/p>\n

Dubbed Buffalo Bill\u2019s House, it\u2019s the real film location inhabited by the fictional serial killer portrayed unflinchingly by Ted Levine. And this season, the creepy dwelling is celebrating the milestone 35th anniversary of the monumental film. Don\u2019t miss your chance to experience the filming location where the movie\u2019s finale was shot, as the final guided tours of 2026 take place this weekend. Largely unchanged since the movie was made, the creepy abode is located just 31 miles south of Pittsburgh in Fayette County. It\u2019s a rare chance to experience cinematic history nestled off the Great Allegheny Passage at mile marker 102. Book now if you dare<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Friday, Oct. 23-Sunday, Oct. 25: Fall Fest at Pittsburgh Playhouse
Various times
Forbes Avenue transforms into Fright Avenue for the Pittsburgh Playhouse\u2019s multi-week Fall Fest<\/a>. Stroll along the spooky street to enjoy seasonal bites and beverages, play games, paint pumpkins, win prizes and more. With various dates running through Nov. 1, the third annual fall extravaganza is free for all ages. For extras thrills, get tickets<\/a> to see \u201cBoo\u2019s Halloween House Party,\u201d with performances running in the Highmark Theatre. Created by Point Park alumnus Ahmad Simmons and written by Simmons and Lazlo Graves, the \u201cfrightfully fun family musical is filled with music, dancing, laughter and Halloween thrills for little monsters, grownup ghouls and everyone in between.\u201d Schedule and information<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Friday, Oct. 23
7-10 p.m.
Color is Life Grand Reopening Party at ALMA | LEWIS
Be among the first to experience the beautiful new home of ALMA | LEWIS<\/a> along Lynn Way in Point Breeze. Named in honor of trailblazing abstract artists Alma Thomas and Norman Lewis, ALMA | LEWIS serves as an \u201cexperimental, contemporary art platform for critical thinking, constructive dialogue, and creative expression dedicated to Black culture.\u201d The center\u2019s $1.2 million expansion includes doubling the size of its gallery space, fa\u00e7ade and HVAC upgrades, increasing visibility and accessibility and expanding arts programming. Attendees will be treated to an exclusive preview of \u201cThe American Beauty,\u201d the first U.S. survey exhibition presenting the work of photographer Cecil McDonald Jr. Black Radish Kitchen provides the night\u2019s menu with curated selections by award-winning chefs Kate Romane and Tunde Wey. Sip libations from Allora Wine Group and enjoy music by DJ Nate Da Barber. Tickets<\/a>. Read more about the event<\/a> in NEXT.<\/p>\n

\"\"Photo by Justin Merriman.<\/p>\n

Friday, Oct. 23-Sunday, Oct. 25
\u201cGiselle\u201d with the PBT Orchestra at the Benedum Center
7:30 p.m. & 2 p.m.
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre opens its 2026-27 season<\/a> in a very grand way. Audiences will be entranced with the breathtaking dancing and moving narrative in what has been called \u201cone of the oldest and most demanding works in the ballet repertoire.\u201d Renowned for its \u201cemotional depth, technical rigor and theatricality,\u201d the classic work first premiered in Paris in 1841 at the beginning of French Romanticism, a literary and artistic movement that appeared in France in the late-18th century. Experiencing the impact of \u201cGiselle\u201d in person is a must, with its \u201ciconic choreography, sweeping costuming and ethereal aesthetic.\u201d<\/p>\n

PBT\u2019s production features new staging by the company\u2019s artistic director Adam W. McKinney, based on the original choreography by Jean Coralli and Jules Perrot. Six PBT artists are starring in the lead roles of Giselle and Albrecht. The PBT explains that the \u201ctitle role of Giselle is considered one of ballet\u2019s greatest challenges, requiring the artist to move seamlessly from innocent protagonist to heartbroken spirit, all while demonstrating accomplished technique and expressive storytelling.\u201d <\/p>\n

Featuring a Adolphe Adam\u2019s captivating score performed by the PBT Orchestra, the monumental work is known for \u201celevating the ballerina\u2019s role and introducing new techniques and stylistic elements that continue to influence the field of ballet today.\u201d Go beyond the stage at one of the PBT Connects Programs, including Opening Night Preview with Rehearsal Director Barbara Bears, an Artist Q&A, Curtain Up! discussions with Costume Director Kristin McLain and Guest Conductor Ormsby Wilkins, and Tea with Artistic Director Adam W. McKinney. Tickets<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"\"Andy Warhol, \u201cElectric Chair, \u201d 1971 \u00a9 The Andy Warhol Museum, Pittsburgh; Founding Collection, Contribution The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, Inc.
1998.1.2398.8.<\/p>\n

Friday, Oct. 23
8 p.m.-midnight
Night of Death and Disaster at The Andy Warhol Museum
Craving something a little more wicked this Halloween? Don\u2019t miss this eerie revelry exploring the \u201cdarker side\u201d of the Pop Art King. Dubbed a \u201cNight of Death and Disaster,\u201d the event puts a new spin on the museum\u2019s annual Halloween celebration. Arrive decked out in your most \u201cmacabre couture\u201d to dance zombie-style to spooky, goth and darkwave sounds by Second Skin DJs Erica Scary and Huck Finn. Sit for tarot readings, have your own spooky poems composed on a vintage typewriter and visit the galleries to see iconic works from Warhol\u2019s \u201cDeath and Disaster\u201d series. Other-worldly theremin performances will set the scene, and floral arrangements will provide evocative selfie-scapes. Tickets. <\/a>Read more about the event<\/a> in NEXT.<\/p>\n

\"\"L-R: Melinda Nanovsky, Siovhan Christensen and Treasure Treasure in Quantum Theatre\u2019s \u201cradio island.\u201d Photos by Beth Barbis.<\/p>\n

Friday, Oct. 23- Sunday, Oct. 25
Quantum Theatre\u2019s \u201cradio island\u201d at Rockwell Park
8 p.m. & 2 p.m.
Just in time for Halloween, Quantum Theatre will transform Rockwell Park into the setting for a world-premiere<\/a> Gothic thriller. Written by Liza Birkenmeier, the work \u201ctells the story of an international hostage negotiator who returns to her childhood home where global and local worlds collide as memory, family and buried histories surface.\u201d Get ready to question the very reality that\u2019s right in front of your eyes. Audiences will experience an \u201cunsettling journey\u201d as family drama fuses elements of humor and suspense. <\/p>\n

The staging of \u201cradio island\u201d at the historic industrial park in North Point Breeze marks a new era for the homegrown company. Taking the director\u2019s seat is Katie Brook, who will begin tenure as Quantum Theatre\u2019s new artistic director on Jan. 1, 2027. A director, producer and educator with strong ties to Pittsburgh, Brook worked closely with Quantum founder Karla Boos when she directed \u201cThe Cherry Orchard\u201d in 2022. On opening night, join a post-show gathering with champagne, hors d\u2019oeuvres and time to mingle with the actors and creative team. Get a behind-the-scenes look at \u201cradio island\u201d further during the Q Behind the Curtain event on Saturday, Oct. 24. Stay after the show on Sunday, Oct. 25, for a discussion with the design team and crew. Tickets<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"\"Photo courtesy of the Dirty Dozen Bike Ride.<\/p>\n

Saturday, Oct. 24: Dirty Dozen Bike Ride starting in Highland Park
8 a.m.
For some, it\u2019s an epic challenge to tackle every fall \u2014 and with every fall \u2014 while for others, it\u2019s a bucket list goal. For still many others, it\u2019s a nail-biting spectator sport. During one of Pittsburgh\u2019s most unusual, extreme and momentous outdoor events<\/a>, bikers traverse open urban roads attempting to conquer Pittsburgh\u2019s 13 steepest hills. The ride\u2019s nine competitive heats include a women\u2019s division, handcycling competition, rouleur, fan club, nonbinary competition and more. There\u2019s even a party bus heat if \u201ccompeting is furthest thing from your mind.\u201d<\/p>\n

The ninth hill puts the \u201cdirty\u201d in Dirty Dozen, taking riders up the world\u2019s steepest public street \u2014 Beechview\u2019s Canton Avenue, with its staggering 37% gradient \u2014 where Audi famously filmed a high-octane car commercial<\/a>. Registration for the 43rd annual ride starts at 8 a.m. at the Rhododendron Shelter on Lake Drive in Highland Park. Groups of riders depart from 9 to 10 a.m., with competitors heading out first. Soothe those sore muscles at the after-party and awards ceremony at East End Brewing. Proceeds from the event\u2019s signature jerseys benefit event co-founder Danny Chew, a member of the UltraCycling Hall of Fame who was paralyzed in a 2016 accident. Register<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"\"Vera the Eurasian Eagle Owl at the National Aviary. Photo by Mike Faix.<\/p>\n

Saturday, Oct. 24, & Sunday, Oct. 25
Owl-O-Ween at the National Aviary
11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Step into your most charming or spellbinding Halloween costume and flock to the National Aviary<\/a> for some fall fun of the feathered kind. As the leaves on the trees start to turn vivid colors, it\u2019s time for this signature celebration of \u201cfantastic birds that soar through the night\u201d on the North Side. Be entranced by our mysterious nocturnal neighbors during Sp-OO-ky Meet and Greets with owl animal ambassadors and aviary experts. Explore the \u201cspooky foods\u201d that owls eat and how you can help protect their habitats. Test how wise you are during owl trivia games, and strike your own hoot-iful pose at the selfie station. Visit the Owl Discovery Zone, make fall crafts and cozy up in the book nook. Join the Shake Your Tailfeather Costume Dance Party, collect Halloween treats and hand in your completed scavenger hunt for special prizes. Tickets<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Saturday, Oct. 24
Millvale Fright Night Market
4-9 p.m.
Head up the Allegheny for some frightful localvore fun. Millvale gets in on the Halloween action with activations throughout the borough. More than 60 makers and bakers will line the town\u2019s main streets, selling everything from goods and gifts, to artwork and homemade treats. Join a salsa dancing street party, go trick or treating throughout the borough and pop into local Millvale<\/a> businesses offering \u201cscary great specials.\u201d Test your knowledge answering fun Halloween trivia questions and you just might win a gift card and candy bar from a friendly zombie! Providing the night\u2019s spooky soundtrack will be DJs from the Attic Record Store. Information<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Saturday, Oct. 24
\u201cSpeed the Musical\u201d at The Glitterbox Theater
7:30 p.m.
Still kicking yourself for missing the show\u2019s first sold-out run<\/a> in 2025? If you loved Jan de Bont\u2019s action thriller starring Keanu Reeves, Dennis Hopper and Sandra Bullock, and you\u2019re in need of your next speed fix, don\u2019t miss this musical phenomenon<\/a> when it returns to the DIY Homestead venue. Rolling into the town for a limited engagement through Nov. 7, the musical \u201ctakes the iconic 1994 film and sends it careening onto the stage in a wildly campy, high-octane parody.\u201d Hop aboard the runaway bus and hold on tight for a wild ride packed with \u201ceverything you love about the \u201990s classic with a whole lot more singing, dancing and theatrical chaos.\u201d Created and written by Chris St. Pierre, the show features original music and choreography and a live band. Several performances are already sold out, so get those tickets soon<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Saturday, Oct. 24, & Sunday, Oct. 25
\u201cThe Creation: When Man Plays God\u201d at Row House Hollywood
7:30 p.m. & 4 p.m.
You haven\u2019t truly experienced Frankenstein in all of its Gothic glory until you\u2019ve seen the classic 1931 film starring Boris Karloff as the monster. Even better? Watching it on the big screen accompanied by a live musical score. You have only two chances for this rare cinematic experience that arrives just in time for Halloween. The Bach Choir of Pittsburgh<\/a> teams up with Row House Cinemas to present Frankenstein with a thrilling live score. With newly unveiled Metropolis-themed environs, The Hollywood Theater in Dormont<\/a> will make for the perfect setting for the 1931 film. This Universal Monsters classic will be reimagined through an original R&B-inspired soundtrack by Artistic Director Thomas W. Douglas, performed live by the Bach Choir of Pittsburgh and band. Based on the classic 1818 Gothic novel by Mary Shelley, the film is directed by James Whale. Watch and listen from the edge of your seat as an obsessed scientist assembles a living being from human remains only to create a monster. Tickets<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"\"Fall Flower Show at Phipps. Photo by Paul g. Wiegman.<\/p>\n

Sunday, Oct. 25
Queen of Hearts Royal Tea at Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
at Phipps
11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. & 2-3:30 p.m.
Sipping tea on your porch is relaxing but sipping tea inside a landmark Victorian greenhouse is absolutely fabulous. Slide down the rabbit hole woith Alice and the Mad Hatter to spend your Sunday sipping a variety of blends of tea. Inspired by the current \u201cAlice\u2019s Adventures in Autumn\u201d displays, the elegant affair<\/a> will be a teatime journey through Wonderland. Savor tasty treats and beverages with the Fall Flower Show as your breathtaking botanical backdrop. The tea service served by Oh So Frilly Events will be complemented by brunch menu items from Big Burrito. While sipping, nosh on tea sandwiches, curried egg salad, quiche, apple tarts, pumpkin whoopie pies and more. Tickets<\/a>.<\/p>\n

12 more things to do in October<\/p>\n

Thursday, Oct. 22: Witches Night Out double feature screening of \u201cPractical Magic\u201d and \u201cThe Craft\u201d at The Halloween Hangout at The Plaza at North Shore<\/a>, 6 p.m.<\/p>\n

Friday, Oct. 23: Beers of the Burgh Beer Market<\/a> at Streets of Cranberry, 5-8 p.m.<\/p>\n

Saturday, Oct. 24, & Sunday, Oct. 25: ZooBoo at the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium<\/a>, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.<\/p>\n

Saturday, Oct. 24: PGH Social Club Halloween Bar Crawl<\/a> in Lawrenceville, 5-10 p.m.<\/p>\n

Saturday, Oct. 24: Night of the Living Compost<\/a> at the Hazelwood Food Recycling Site (4501 Sylvan Ave.), 5:30-8:30 p.m.<\/p>\n

Saturday, Oct. 24: Halloween Extravaganza and 7th Anniversary<\/a> at Redfishbowl Studios, 8 p.m.<\/p>\n

Sunday, Oct. 25: CLUB A.M.<\/a> at Ineffable C\u00e0 Ph\u00ea, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.<\/p>\n

Sunday, Oct. 25: Haunted History Center Halloween<\/a> at the Heinz History Center, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.<\/p>\n

Sunday, Oct. 25: FosterCat Bingo Fundraiser<\/a> at Salvatore\u2019s Restaurant in Baldwin, 1-5 p.m.<\/p>\n

Sunday, Oct. 25: Disco Sunday Disco<\/a> under the Bloomfield Bridge, 3-9 p.m.<\/p>\n

Monday, Oct. 26: Northside Sandwich Week<\/a> at The Priory, 6-9 p.m.<\/p>\n

Monday, Oct. 26: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures<\/a> presents Michael Lewis at Carnegie Music Hall, 7:30 p.m.<\/p>\n

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