Run Santa Run 5K
When: December 13 Where: 260 Graham Park Drive, Cranberry Township For more info: runsanta5k. com
Join hundreds of runners and walkers at this year’ s Run Santa Run 5K. The event sells out every year so register early. Don’ t forget your Santa gear and holiday cheer!
Saxonburg Truthahntrab 5K
When: November 29 Where: 147 North Rebecca Street, Saxonburg For more info: runsignup. com
The Truthahntrab( Turkey Trot in German) will capture the essence of Saxonburg’ s roots dating back to 1832 when the town was settled by German immigrants. There will be unique turkeythemed awards, raffles, and post-race snacks.
Sewickley Turkey Trot 2025
When: November 27 Where: War Memorial Park, 811 Blackburn Road, Sewickley For more info: sewickleyymca. org / 5k
Open to everyone, the trot takes runners and walkers on a 5K path through the quaint town of Sewickley. The event is a joint project of the Heritage Valley Health System Foundation and the Sewickley Valley YMCA. Proceeds benefit the Faith in Action program at the YMCA.
HOLIDAYS IN THE BURGH
‘ A Musical Christmas Carol’
When: December 13 – 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 this classic story.
Breakfast or Lunch with Santa at the Pittsburgh Zoo
When: December 6 & 7, 13 & 14, 20 & 21 Where: Education Complex / Lecture Hall, 7370 Baker Street, Highland Park For more info: pittsburghzoo. org
Get into the holiday spirit with the return of this festive and favorite annual event! Enjoy a delicious breakfast or lunch buffet, meet ambassador animals, write a letter to Santa, and deliver it to him right at the zoo.( Note that tickets book quickly for this event.)
Highmark Holiday Pops
When: December 12 – 21( Check the website for specific performance dates.) Where: Heinz Hall, 600 Penn Avenue, Downtown Pittsburgh For more info: pittsburghsymphony. org
Celebrate the holidays with the Pittsburgh Symphony, the Mendelssohn Choir, and guest vocalist Blaine Alden Krauss in this annual offering of seasonal music.
Highmark Light Up Night
When: November 22 Where: Downtown Pittsburgh( various locations) For more info: visitpittsburgh. com
This official kickoff to the Pittsburgh holiday season combines long-standing traditions and new holiday experiences with a supersized fireworks display as the big finale.
Holiday Brass Spectacular
When: December 16 Where: Heinz Hall, 600 Penn Avenue, Downtown Pittsburgh For more info: pittsburghsymphony. org
Join the symphony’ s brass musicians for a festive holiday concert featuring timeless masterpieces, thrilling premieres, and renowned guest artists.
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 bring
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 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 while enjoying rides for the kids and special entertainment for all.
Phipps Holiday Magic
When: November 14 through January 4 Where: Phipps Conservatory, 1 Schenley Drive, Oakland 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 theme,“ Wild Winter,” invites you 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, presented by UPMC Health Plan, will feature new silk-and-steel lanterns to spark the imagination, highlighting amazing animals, beloved holiday characters, and traditional Asian icons. n
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