FESTIVALS AND FUN IN THE BURGH
BLOOMFIELD LITTLE ITALY DAYS
When: August 13 – 16 Where: Liberty Avenue( from Ella to Gross St.), Bloomfield For more info: littleitalydays. com
Bring your appetite to one of the region’ s largest heritage festivals. Expect lots of music and food, games, and activities for the kids among the unique shops and fine restaurants. This four-day festival will have three packed stages with more than 30 acts.
NIGHT IN THE TROPICS: SUNSET RIVIERA
When: July 17 Where: National Aviary, 700 Arch Street, Pittsburgh’ s North Side For more info: aviary. org
Feel the Mediterranean breeze at this 21 + summer party! Live music, tropical drinks and great food from more than a dozen local restaurants will be available while enjoying the lush habitats of the aviary after hours.
NORTHSIDE MUSIC FESTIVAL
When: July 10 – 12 Where: Various locations in Pittsburgh’ s North Side For more info: northsidemusicfestival. com
Northside Music Festival offers a curated lineup with a wide variety of genres along with art vendors, food and lots of family activities.
PEDAL PGH
When: August 30 Where: Allegheny Commons Park West, 600 West North Avenue, Pittsburgh’ s North Side For more info: pedalpgh. org
This casual, fun event welcomes thousands of riders of all ages, abilities and fitness levels to explore the Steel City. Proceeds benefit BikePGH, a nonprofit organization that works to make the city safe and accessible for everyone to bike and walk.
PICKLESBURGH
When: July 16 – 19 Where: Downtown Pittsburgh( Check the website for specific locations.) For more info: picklesburgh. com
Picklesburgh is the destination for all things pickled! Enjoy international dishes, artisan cocktails and beers that feature pickled ingredients, plus lots of other prepared foods. There will also be canning demonstrations and much more. It’ s kind of a big dill!
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
World-renowned musicians, local jazz pros and new artists will take the stage to create a sound experience like no other. This annual event is presented by the August Wilson African American Cultural Center. Be ready to party, dance, sing and make some musical memories.
Continued on page 18 >
16 724.942.0940 TO ADVERTISE ❘ icmags. com