COTRAIC 46th Annual Pow Wow; Cardinals vs. Panthers at Acrisure; Pittsburgh Brewing Co. Oktoberfest (Sat., 9/27/25)

COTRAIC 46th ANNUAL POW WOW—Sept. 27 – 28, Council of Three Rivers American Indian Center. Dorseyville.

1) At summer’s end, in late September, comes the lovely time known as Indian Summer. And with it comes the spectacular Annual Pow Wow held by the Council of Three Rivers American Indian Center. The Council doesn’t represent a particular American Indian nation or tribal group; it’s a service and cultural organization for everyone in our region whose ancestors arrived in America long before any Europeans did. The Pow wow reflects this diversity and is open to everyone, period. Major attractions are the music and dancing, which begin with the “grand entry” of dancers, then continues through the day. There are drum contests and dance contests. Also on tap are traditional American foods, plus arts and crafts (with items such as handmade jewelry, clothing, and ceramics for sale), and children’s activities. Although most dancing is done by experts skilled in the authentic styles, there are dances which all guests are invited to join. And, as at any pow wow, just plain socializing is a big part of the experience. Noon to 9 p.m. Sept. 27 and noon to 5 p.m. Sept. 28. 120 Charles St., Dorseyville. (M.V.)

BJ Williams (no. 55) is in pass protect mode in a 2024 game against North Carolina in Chapel Hill. (Photo by: Jeffrey Gamza/Pitt Athletics)

2) The Pitt Panthers football team is back in action today from a bye week after their heartbreaking loss to West Virginia in overtime in Morgantown. They’ll face the Louisville Cardinals in their ACC opener at Acrisure Stadium at noon. The Panthers are 2-1 and will hopefully will get back on the winning track this afternoon. 100 Art Rooney Way, North Shore.

3) It’s going to be a very busy weekend at Pittsburgh Brewing Company. Today is the continuation of the brewery’s Oktoberfest celebrations featuring live music, authentic German food, craft vendors, family-friendly fun, and the return of the limited-edition Herman’s Best Oktoberfest Lager. Tomorrow PBC is holding a Steelers vs. Vikings in Dublin, Ireland, morning watch party. There’s a Kegs & Eggs VIP Breakfast, food trucks, brewery-fresh beer, live entertainment with Chris Higbee at the half, and family fun activities. Kickoff starts at 9:30 a.m.

4) The Squirrel Hill Night Market returns to Murray Avenue. Food trucks, vendors, crafters, kids activities, neighborhood restaurants, live music, and more attractions will be on hand at this pop-up street festival on Murray Ave. 6-10 p.m. Free. Murray Avenue beginning at Forbes.

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