December Is Here! Holiday Events Around Pittsburgh This Weekend!
December is finally here, and Christmas is only 25 days away! Many towns around Pittsburgh are having light-up events this weekend. Let’s get into the holiday spirit and check them out! 🎄🥂
One-time Event:
Thursday 12/01
- Zelienople - Miracle on Main St
Children’s activities, carriage rides, Santa Clause, Christmas parade, local restaurants, and merchants.
Time: 4 PM - 8 PM
Location: Main St, Zelienople
Free Event*
Click here for more information
Friday 12/02
- Sewickley - Light Up Night
Ice sculpting, carriage rides, food trucks, fireworks and so much more!
Time: 5 PM - 9 PM
Location: 601 Thorn Street, Sewickley
Free Event*
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Saturday 12/03
- Downtown Pittsburgh - Handmade Arcade Holiday Market
Shop one-of-a-kind handmade products from 250+ talented makers at the largest holiday market in the region!
Time: 11 AM - 7 PM
Location: David Lawrence Convention Center, Pittsburgh
Free event, registration online needed*
Register for free tickets on Eventbrite
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- Seven Fields - Light Up Night
Sing carols with friends, write a letter to Santa, enjoy hot drinks and cookies, create a holiday craft, visit the food trucks, and take home a treat bag.
Time: 6 PM - 8 PM
Location: Seven Fields Town Park (by the pool)
Free Event*
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- Zelienople - Free Polar Express Event Hosted by Glade Run
Friends and family are invited to kick off the holiday season at a FREE, private showing of the holiday classic The Polar Express
Time: 11 AM, 2 PM
Location: The Strand Theater
Little ones are encouraged to wear their pajamas and all guests will enjoy complimentary refreshments and a visit with Santa Claus
No admission fee, a donation of a gift card or toy for a Glade Run child or
a family in need is requested***
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- Bellevue - Light Up Bellevue
Outdoor holiday market, activities for children, tree lighting, a visit from Santa, live music, and more!
Time: 5 PM - 9 PM
Location: The Center of Bellevue
Free Event*
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Sunday 12/04
- Oakmont - Oakmont Christmas Home Tour
Take a peek inside beautiful homes, both large & small, decked out in all their Christmas glory!
Time: 12 PM - 4 PM
Location: Oakmont Chamber of Commerce 504 Allegheny River Boulevard Oakmont
Tickets required*
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Recurring Event:
- Pittsburgh Zoo Lights Drive - Thru
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*
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- Dazzling Nights Pittsburgh
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*
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- Kennywood Holiday Lights (Recurring Event)
Date: 11/19 - 12/31
Time: 5 PM - 9 PM
Location: Kennywood Park, 4800 Kennywood Blvd
Tickets Required*
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- Carnegie Trees: Holiday Splendor (Recurring Event)
Date: 11/19 - 1/8
Time: 10 AM - 5 PM
Location: Carnegie Museum of Art, 4400 Forbes Ave, Pittsburg
Tickets Required*
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- Phipps Conservatory Holiday Magic! Winter Flower Show (Recurring Event)
Date: 11/18 - 1/8
Time: Visit the official website for hours of operations
Location: Phipps Conservatory, 1 Schenley Drive, Pittsburgh
Tickets Required*
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- Peoples Gas Holiday Market (Recurring Event)
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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