pittsburgh summer fun

Kennywood's vintage Racer still rocks the coaster scene.

Entertainment Central Summer Guide (Early-to-Mid Season) 2025

Summers in Pittsburgh are packed with fun events and activities.

Look beyond the city to find wide-open beaches at state parks. This is one of several on the big lake at Pymatuning.

Pittsburgh Area Swimming Pools and Beaches (Mon., 7/8/24)

Summer swimming

The crème brûlée at Pusadee's Garden has a Thai twist. (Photo: Rick Handler)

Summer Dining Sampler

The summer season is in full bloom and here’s a few hotspots with outdoor seating we’re recommending.

Kennywood's vintage Racer still rocks the coaster scene.

Kennywood and Idlewild Amusement Parks (Mon., 5/27/24)

Kennywood and Idlewild

Kennywood's vintage Racer still rocks the coaster scene.

Entertainment Central Summer Guide (Early-to-Mid Season) 2024

Summers in Pittsburgh are packed with fun events and activities.

Look beyond the city to find wide-open beaches at state parks. This is one of several on the big lake at Pymatuning.

Pittsburgh Area Swimming Holes and Swimming Pools (Mon., 8/28/23)

Summer Swimming Places

environmental exhibits

Pittsburgh Fourth: Fireworks, The Clarks, Joe Grushecky and The Houserockers, The Billy Price Band, Byron Nash and Jacquea Mae

Fourth of July festivities.

Kennywood's vintage Racer still rocks the coaster scene.

Pre-Fourth Fun at Kennywood and Idlewild Parks (Mon., 7/3/23)

Kennywood and Idlewild Amusement Parks

Kennywood's vintage Racer still rocks the coaster scene.

Summer Guide (Early to Mid Season) 2023

Seize the (summer) day with some of our suggestions for seasonal fun.

Rose Royce and Arrested Development at Juneteenth Fest; No Bad JuJu Plays Jam on Walnut; (Sat., 6/18/22)

Rose Royce and Arrested Development, No Bad JuJu,

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