9 Holiday Events in Pittsburgh During Thanksgiving Week + Small Business Saturday
One thing that the Greater Pittsburgh Area cherishes most is the holiday season. As the days get colder and Christmas music starts to fill malls and department stores, you can find a plethora of fun events throughout the area to experience with your loved ones. It can be overwhelming even for locals to find the best events, so we have compiled a list of them. This Saturday is also Small Business Saturday. Let's go out there, enjoy the holiday magic, and support local small businesses!
Happy Thanksgiving from the Bryan Reilly Team!
1. Pittsburgh Zoo Lights Drive-Thru (Recurring Event)
Over 100 animal lights with new displays, festive music, and holiday treats.
Date: 11/25 - 12/30 (Selected nights, check the official website for details)
Time: 5:30 PM – 9:45 PM
Location: Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium, 7370 Baker St, Pittsburgh
Tickets required*
Click here for more information
2. Beaver Light Up Festival
An evening of holiday entertainment and attractions in beautiful downtown Beaver.
Date: 11/25 Friday
Time: 4 PM – 8 PM
Location: Beaver Area Chamber of Commerce, 469 3rd St, Beaver, PA
Free Event*
Click here for more information
3. Light Up Mars
Date: 11/26 Saturday
Time: Holiday Market: 4 PM – 8 PM
Tree Lighting: 5:30 PM
Parade: 7:30 PM
Location: Downtown Mars
Free Event*
Click here for more information
4. Glowland in Oakland - Small Business Saturday
A pop-up by Argyle Studio and treats from the Hilton Garden Inn - Pittsburgh University Place. Over 3,000 products from local-to-Pittsburgh makers, including clothing, jewelry, art, prints, pet products, home decor, and more! All items will be 15% off*
Date: 11/26 Saturday
Time: 12 PM - 5 pm
Location: Schenley Plaza, 4100 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh
Free Event*
Glowland in Oakland is a month-long winter festival, started on Nov.18 (Recurring Event)
Click here to see the full event program
5. Dazzling Nights Pittsburgh (Recurring Event)
A 65-acre journey of awe-inspiring light experiences.
Date: 11/27 - 1/1
Time: First entry - 5:30 PM | Last entry - 9:00 PM.
Location: Pittsburgh Botanic Garden, 799 Pinkerton Run Rd, Pittsburgh
Tickets required*
Click here for more information
6. Kennywood Holiday Lights (Recurring Event)
Fun Rides, over 2 million twinkling lights, and the tallest Christmas tree in the state.
Date: 11/19 - 12/31
Time: 5 PM - 9 PM
Location: Kennywood Park, 4800 Kennywood Blvd
Tickets Required*
Click here for more information
7. Carnegie Trees: Holiday Splendor (Recurring Event)
see the Hall of Architecture filled with towering Fraser fir trees, each lit to perfection and trimmed with festive baubles, gingerbread, glistening snow, and more!
Date: 11/19 - 1/8
Time: 10 AM - 5 Pm
Location: Carnegie Museum of Art, 4400 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh
Tickets Required*
Click here for more information
8. Phipps Conservatory Holiday Magic! Winter Flower Show (Recurring Event)
A fun-filled theme of an arctic adventure with magnificent light displays.
Date: 11/18 - 1/8
Time: Visit the official website for hours of operations
Location: Phipps Conservatory, 1 Schenley Drive, Pittsburgh
Tickets Required*
Click here for more information
9. Peoples Gas Holiday Market (Recurring Event)
Global artisans and local makers showcase their one-of-a-kind wares to fill the stockings on your list.
Date: 11/18 - 12/24
Time: Mon - Thurs: 11 am - 8 pm
Fri - Sat: 11 am - 9:30 pm
Sun: 11 am - 6 pm
Location: Market Square, Pittsburgh
Free Event*
Click here for more information
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