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SPOOKTACULAR BRASS
When: October 7 Where: Carson Middle School, 300 Hillvue Lane, McCandless For more info: rivercitybrass. org / concerts
River City Brass will present a Halloween spooktacular featuring music from favorite movies such as“ Ghostbusters,”“ The Nightmare Before Christmas,”“ Monster Mash,”“ Beetlejuice,”“ Jaws” and“ Psycho.” The show will be good for families, first-time concertgoers, and Halloween lovers of all ages.
Autumn in the Burgh
FESTIVAL OF COMBUSTION
When: October 3 Where: Carrie Blast Furnaces, 801 Carrie Furnace Boulevard, Rankin For more info: riversofsteel. com
This festival is a celebration of the industrial arts and American crafts. Hands-on activities for adults and kids, with demonstrations and experiences throughout the day and night.
FOUR CHORD MUSIC FEST
When: September 25 & 26 Where: F. N. B. Stadium, 510 West Station Square Drive, Pittsburgh( South Side) For more info: fourchordmusicfestival. com
Like punk rock? Check out Four Chord Music Fest 12, with the event’ s biggest lineup to date!
HALLOWEEN HAPPENINGS AT PHIPPS CONSERVATORY: A BOO-TANICAL BASH
When: October 23 Where: One Schenley Drive, Pittsburgh( Oakland) For more info: phipps. conservatory. org
Little ghosts and goblins can head to the conservatory in costume for an evening of spooktacular activities, free with regular admission.
HANDMADE ARCADE HOLIDAY MARKET
When: December 4 – 6 Where: David L. Lawrence Convention Center, 1000 Fort Duquesne Boulevard, Downtown Pittsburgh For more info: handmadearcade. org
This holiday market is Handmade Arcade’ s longest-running and largest event, hosting up to 275 makers and artists— and more than 10,000 enthusiastic shoppers.
IDLEWILD’ S HALLOWBOO!
When: September 12 through October 31( Saturdays and Sundays) Where: Idlewild Park, 2574 US-30 East, Ligonier For more info: idlewild. com
It’ s the Idlewild you know and love, with a fun, family-oriented, Happy- Halloween twist! Trick-or-treat through Story Book Forest, hop on favorite rides, and enjoy special entertainment perfect for the season.
JACK O’ LANTERN EXTRAVAGANZA
When: October 1 through November 1( Check website for exact dates.) Where: Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium, 7370 Baker Street, Highland Park For more info: pittsburghzoo. org
Thousands of artistically carved pumpkins will glow in the night during the walk-through Jack O’ Lantern Extravaganza. The gallery of pumpkins will feature an array of animals, scenes and characters presented with sound, light and other special effects.
PHANTOM FALL FEST
When: Select dates in September and October Where: Kennywood Park, 4800 Kennywood Boulevard, West Mifflin For more info: kennywood. com
Phantom Fall Fest lets you do Halloween your way. Family-friendly fun starts early, including rides, festive food and a unique autumn atmosphere.
When the sun goes down, the Phantom takes screams to the extreme with haunted houses and scare zones.
PHIPPS AFTER DARK: HOUSE OF HAUNTS
When: October 30 Where: Phipps Conservatory, 1 Schenley Drive, Pittsburgh( Oakland) For more info: phipps. conservatory. org
The conservatory will transform into a thrilling house of haunts! Guests are encouraged to attend in costume, grab a drink, and get into the Halloween spirit as they enjoy exciting and spooky activities.
PITTSBURGH CHINESE CULTURAL FESTIVAL
When: September 19 Where: Mellon Park, 6518 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh( Point Breeze) For more info: pghccc. org
This all-day festival offers tons of Asian cuisine, musical and dance performances, exhibits and games.
PITTSBURGH EMPOWER WALK & 5K RUN
When: September 19 Where: Acrisure Stadium, 100 Art Rooney Avenue, Pittsburgh( North Side) For more info: join. autismspeaks. org / event / 2026-pittsburgh-empower-walk- 5k-run / e767076
Participation in this event directly supports programs and services for the autism community.
PITTSBURGH INTERNATIONAL JAZZ FESTIVAL
When: September 17 – 20 Where: August Wilson African American Cultural Center, 980 Liberty Avenue, Downtown Pittsburgh For more info: pittsburghjazzfest. org
This festival features world-renowned musicians, local jazz pros, and new artists taking the stage to create a sound experience like no other. Be ready to dance, sing and make some musical memories!
PITTSBURGH MONSTER PUMPKINS FESTIVAL
When: October 17 & 18 Where: 3 Crossings Campus( between 28th and 29th Streets), Pittsburgh( Strip District) For more info: monsterpumpkins. com Pumpkins so big, so heavy and so fascinating-to-behold, you’ ll be doing double takes all day long! n
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