Highmark First Night Pittsburgh (Wed., 12/31/25)

The New Year’s ball rises in Pittsburgh. (photo courtesy of Pittsburgh Cultural Trust)

Highmark First Night Pittsburgh 2026 is the biggest New Year’s Eve party in the ‘Burgh, and it’s happening all over the Downtown’s Golden Triangle. Musical highlights include Pittsburgh Samba Group and Timbeleza (Highmark Stage in the Cultural District, 8:15 to 8:45 p.m.), Dollar Bank Battle of the Bands (Highmark Stage 10 p.m. to midnight). The entertainment and attractions lined up for First Night are amazing. Battle of the Bands features BROOM, NASH.V.ILL, Lindsay Liebro, and The Pit Crew; hosted by the Queen of Emcees, Black Benatar, with special guest judges FRZY, Mike Canton, and Amy Kline. New Years Eve Cabaret Soirée with FireWALL Dance Theater p.m. is at the Greer Cabaret Theatre (ticketed event, 8 -9 p.m. and 10 – 11 p.m.). GBU Life Sing-off Competition winner performing (Highmark Stage 7 to 7:15 p.m.), O’Ryan the O’Mazing (7 – 8:30 p.m., roaming). Plus plenty of family friendly activities. Oh, and of course, fireworks! The revelry starts at 7 p.m. and goes until midnight. Check the First Night website for a complete rundown of events, times, and locations.

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