Winter Wellness and Whimsy
Holidays in the Burgh
WESTMORELAND SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS
When: December 19 Where: The Palace Theatre, 21 West Otterman Street, Greensburg For more info: westmorelandsymphony. org
Don’ t miss this joyful concert where you can sing along to your favorite carols and enjoy the All-Star Choir of Westmoreland County conducted by Andrés Franco. Gather the whole family and experience the magic of this popular annual performance.
Winter Wellness and Whimsy
GREENBERG’ S GREAT TRAIN & TOY SHOW
When: November 7 & 8 Where: Monroeville Convention Center, 209 Mall Boulevard, Monroeville For more info: greenbergshows. com
This train show is designed for children of all ages, featuring hundreds of tables of trains, accessories, scale models and collectible toys for sale as well as huge operating exhibits, activities for kids, free seminars and educational opportunities.
STEEL CITY CON
When: December 5 – 7 Where: Monroeville Convention Center, 209 Mall Boulevard, Monroeville For more info: steelcitycon. com
This event is one of the largest comic cons with more than 100,000 square feet of convention space and around 600 vendor and artist tables, plus celebrity guests. Meet TV and film celebrities along with Q & As, panels, photo ops and the Artist Charity Quick Sketch, cosplay, trivia and costume contests.
Holidays in the Burgh
‘ A MUSICAL CHRISTMAS CAROL’
When: December 11 – 23 Where: Byham Theater, 101 Sixth Street, Downtown Pittsburgh For more info: pittsburghclo. org
This show is the spirit of the season, wrapped up with your favorite yuletide melodies and some holiday magic. See Scrooge, Bob Cratchit, Tiny Tim, and a host of other colorful characters in the classic Dickens story.
HANDMADE ARCADE’ S HOLIDAY MARKET
When: December 4 – 6 Where: David L. Lawrence Convention Center, 1000 Fort Duquesne Boulevard, Downtown Pittsburgh For more info: handmadearcade. org / holiday-market
This massive market boasts 275 independent makers selling lots of unique handmade gifts.
HIGHMARK HOLIDAY POPS
When: December 11 – 20( Check the website for specific performance dates.) Where: Heinz Hall, 600 Penn Avenue, Downtown Pittsburgh For more info: pittsburghsymphony. org
Celebrate with the Pittsburgh Symphony, the Mendelssohn Choir, and special guests in this annual offering of seasonal music.
HIGHMARK LIGHT UP NIGHT
When: November 21 Where: Downtown Pittsburgh( various locations) For more info: visitpittsburgh. com This official kickoff to the Pittsburgh holiday season combines longstanding traditions and new holiday experiences with a supersized fireworks display as the big finale.
HOLIDAY BRASS SPECTACULAR
When: December 17 Where: Heinz Hall, 600 Penn Avenue, Downtown Pittsburgh For more info: pittsburghsymphony. org
This is a festive holiday tradition featuring timeless masterpieces as well as new arrangements of holiday favorites by Pittsburgh Symphony musicians.
JINGLE BELL RUN( PITTSBURGH)
When: December 5 Where: North Shore Drive and Mazeroski Way, Pittsburgh
( North Shore) For more info: events. arthritis. org / jbrpittsburgh Be part of this 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 in support of arthritis research and treatment.
KENNYWOOD HOLIDAY LIGHTS
When: November 13 through January 3( Check the website for select dates.) Where: Kennywood Park, 4800 Kennywood Boulevard, West Mifflin For more info: kennywood. com
Take a stroll among more than 3 million twinkling lights and marvel at the giant Christmas tree! Savor the flavors of festive foods and holiday drinks while enjoying rides for the kids and special entertainment for all.
THE UPMC RINK AT PPG PLACE
When: Check the website for this year’ s dates. Where: PPG Place, between Third and Fourth Avenue, Downtown Pittsburgh For more info: ppgplace. com
The UPMC Rink at PPG Place comes alive every holiday season! Thousands enjoy ice skating in the open air around a huge Christmas tree on a spectacular one-ofa-kind rink.
ZOO LIGHTS DRIVE-THRU
When: November 27 through January 3( Check the website for select nights.) Where: Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium, 7370 Baker Street, Highland Park For more info: pittsburghzoo. org
The Pittsburgh Zoo will glow with holiday magic for this special holiday experience. n
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