Holiday Brass Spectacular
When: December 16 Where: Heinz Hall, 600 Penn Avenue, Downtown Pittsburgh For more info: pittsburghsymphony. org
The Holiday Brass Spectacular is a festive symphony tradition featuring timeless masterpieces, thrilling premieres, and renowned guest artists.
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Jingle Bell Run – Pittsburgh
When: December 6 Where: Federal and Isabella Streets, Pittsburgh’ s North Shore For more info: events. arthritis. org / jbrpittsburgh
Be part of this festive race for charity and signature Arthritis Foundation event! Wear your favorite holiday attire and gather a team of family, friends and co-workers to run, walk, or stroll to help raise funds to support research for arthritis treatments and a cure.
Kennywood Holiday Lights
When: November 14 through January 4( Check the website for select dates.) Where: Kennywood Park, 4800 Kennywood Boulevard, West Mifflin For more info: kennywood. com
Take a stroll with the family among more than 3 million twinkling lights and marvel at“ the tallest Christmas tree in the state”! Savor the flavors of festive foods and holiday drinks, and enjoy rides for the kids and special entertainment for all.
Phipps Holiday Magic
When: November 14 through January 4 Where: Phipps Conservatory, 1 Schenley Drive, Pittsburgh’ s Oakland neighborhood For more info: phipps. conservatory. org
The holiday season isn’ t complete without a visit to Phipps for festive displays and glowing gardens. This year’ s playful theme,“ Wild Winter,” invites guests into a wonderland of whimsical topiary wildlife and enchanting scenes. Prepare to be dazzled!
The UPMC Rink at PPG Place
When: Check the website for this year’ s dates. Where: PPG Place, between Third and Fourth Avenues, Downtown Pittsburgh For more info: ppgplace. com
PPG Place comes alive every holiday season, where thousands enjoy ice skating in the open air around a huge Christmas tree on a spectacular one-of-a-kind rink.
Wild Illuminations: A Holiday Lantern Experience
When: November 22 through January 11 Where: Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium, 7370 Baker Street, Highland Park For more info: pittsburghzoo. org
Wild Illuminations is a holiday lantern experience, presented by UPMC Health Plan, that features new silk-and-steel lanterns that will spark the imagination, highlighting amazing animals, beloved holiday characters, and traditional Asian icons. ■
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