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Juneteenth, short for “June Nineteenth,” is considered our 

 — a national holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in 1865. Every year, Pittsburgh marks this historic day with a Grand Jubilee Parade, live music, and more cultural events across the city.

Here’s how to celebrate Juneteenth, also known as “Freedom Day” and “Emancipation Day,” in Pittsburgh 

 at Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall

 A Juneteenth Youth Fashion & Arts Showcase at Velum Fermentation

Celebrate Juneteenth in Pittsburgh with rollerskating, live music, the Grand Jubilee Parade, dance parties, a community garden day, and more.

The Best Juneteenth Events in Pittsburgh 2026

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Pittsburgh's Best

Laura Tsutsui

 with these Pittsburgh shops, rentals, and repair services.

Visit this small, scrappy shop on East Ohio Street for a used bike or tune up. The shop runs a membership program that includes discounts, free stand use, and more. Want to learn to work on your own bike? Organize a group lesson or request a private session. Call ahead at 412-586-5410 to schedule.

Find new bikes, parts and accessories, car racks, clothing, and more at this shop on Forbes Avenue. Already have a ride? They also do bicycle repairs, from 

. Browse the impressive catalog on their site (including e-bikes!) before you stop in.

Did you know that this North Side spot is the world’s largest bicycle museum and bike shop? It has a collection of 6,000 new and vintage bikes — including some once owned by famous riders like Pee-wee Herman. You can buy, rent, and repair bicycles here, but it’s also completely free to visit and explore!

What started as a hobby for steelworker Steve Kraynick in the 1940s is now a staple Pittsburgh bike store and repair shop. Every year, volunteers with the shop’s “Bikes Before Christmas” program repair hundreds of donated bicycles for local families.

Do it yourself! This collective is a community space where you can learn basic bike repair through volunteering and get store credit in return. The Collective also sells fully-built bikes and everything you need to assemble or repair your own bike. Visit during shop hours to use the tools on hand, purchase parts and ask questions. Want to learn? 

Join a volunteer night Mondays and Wednesdays.

Take a guided tour of Pittsburgh, go on your own adventure, or book a group experience at this shop on First Avenue along the Monongahela River. Want something more long term? They also do used bike sales and repairs.

This full-service bike shop offers a range of services, from flat tire fixes to complete overhauls. They also service e-bikes, which are gaining popularity with daily commuters who 

From wheels to chains, this Butler Street spot has everything you need for, as they put it, “two-wheeled freedom machine.” Need help finding parts for repairs? The staff is super helpful and can guide you to the right gear.

If you want to discover Pittsburgh’s trails or go on a long trip through the Great Allegheny Passage, Bike the Burgh offers rentals for all the gear you need. Or, you can take an urban tour with one of their expert guides for $49.

Want to ride a Fern Hollow Bicycle on the new Fern Hollow Bridge? Get a new or used bike, an electric ride, accessories, a tune-up, or a larger repair at this S. Trenton Avenue shop.

This full-service bike shop will give you a basic tune-up or full restoration, polish your old parts, or make you a custom bike with one of their vintage frames. They have 

Need a good look before you test ride? Thick Bikes has a full inventory of new and used bikes on their website. Stop in for a bike repair, special flat fix clinic event, or — if you’re brave — try to balance on one of their unicycles! Join them Friday evenings at the South Side River Trail below Hofbrauhaus from 7-9 p.m through July.

Leading this shop is the former manager at ramp designer at 

 to the Burgh. Shop bikes, frames, merch and more online or at the store’s brick-and-mortar. You can even 

Service your bike, or get a new ride at these Pittsburgh shops.

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Jill Terner

Summer has arrived, and with it, pool season! We’re lucky enough to have 16 city pools open this year. To help you decide which pool(s) to visit, we’ve tapped “

” to share the ideal swimming experience 

If you've never visited a Pittsburgh pool before, 

 for how to get the most bang for your buck on pool tags and more tips for a fun day in the sun.

 There’s not an Aquarius who doesn’t think their sign is the best, so it’s fitting that they would most enjoy the “Patrick Mahomes of Pools” in Highland Park.

 Pisces’ whimsical and romantic nature should place them in the Perry Hilltop fortress, surrounded by nature and serenity, like at Riverview pool.

 Competitive, active Aries can play water polo and soak in the vibes of the Hill District at Ammon pool!

 Practical yet loving, Tauruses should take a dip at Ream where they can enjoy a view of the community garden in Mt. Washington.

For the Gemini twins, we offer two pools on two sides of town (Bloomfield and Ormsby in South Side), with similar social and urban vibes that are anything but boring.

 Family and friend-centric Cancer belong where you can wade into the shallow end with the kiddos and also chat by the diving wall with BFFs. This charming community space in Greenfield feels like a home away from home.

 (take your pick!): Leos don’t swim with plebes.

Virgos tend to shy away from center stage, and they can do that while enjoying a dip at this off-the-beaten-path gem. Perfectionist Virgos will also love the clean locker rooms at this South Hills neighborhood find.

The accessibility of this pool will appeal to Librans’ love of fairness and access for all. A love of the outdoors is also satisfied by the proximity to Schenley Park!

Passionate Scorpio loves the punk vibes at the West Penn pool in Polish Hill, especially during Skullfest.

 Bustling up on Brookline’s Pioneer Ave, you’ll find Moore pool which speaks to Sags’ extroverted nature. There’s plenty of space to swim away if you accidentally put your foot in your mouth.

While Sue Murray pool may have needed some TLC, its historic vibes in the Allegheny Center will appeal to Capricorn’s love of tradition and historical aesthetics.

Pittsburgh pools are open. Find a swimming hole that aligns with your astrological aura.

Find Your Pittsburgh Pool Based on Your Astrological Sign

Your Ideal Pittsburgh Pool Experience Based on Your Astrological Sign

Sophia Lo

You don't need to shell out for a gym membership to get in a good sweat. Pittsburgh has free outdoor exercise classes that cater to all fitness levels ⬇️

Sample all sorts of workouts at this summer fitness series. Classes are offered on select Thursday nights through Aug. 6. Build strength with Pilates or dance it out with boy band-themed classes.

On select Sundays through September, try workouts in the plaza from fitness studios across Pittsburgh. Classes include full-body workouts, strength training, and dance. All fitness levels are welcome.

Get your heart rate up with running groups that meet on Monday and Thursday nights, or slow it down with Saturday yoga in the sun. Plus, keep an eye on the calendar for one-off fitness classes, like a bootcamp with SHAPE Training on July 13.

Start your day by stretching on the water with YogaRoots. Classes are on Sunday mornings from 10-11 a.m., and advanced registration is required to participate.

Join 3 Rivers Outdoor Co. and the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy every Thursday through October at 6 p.m. for happy-hour yoga in front of the Carnegie Library. The class is drop-in and pay-what-you-can.

Take deep breaths under mature trees every Saturday at 10 a.m. on the North Side. This free, all-ages, and all-levels series by Counseling & Wellness Center of Pittsburgh runs through September.

Enjoy the newly-renovated Market Square with free yoga classes on Sundays, 10-11 a.m. Prefer sweating it out after work? Head over to PPG Plaza on Tuesdays for yoga, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Both locations run their classes through September.

All Bodies Welcome Yoga hosts a free, relaxing and inclusive class in the library’s backyard every Thursday through August at 5:45 p.m. Stop by to stretch, then check out a book after your workout.

Free yoga by the river, strength-training in an outdoor plaza, groovy dance classes, and more.

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 fan of dinosaurs, and it all traces back to Diplodocus carnegii — the massive, long-necked sauropod discovered in an excavation funded by steel mogul Andrew Carnegie in 1899. A life-size statue of the dinosaur, nicknamed “Dippy,” sits outside the Carnegie Museum of Natural History, and a reconstruction of its skeleton is displayed inside the museum.

The discoveries still continue today! A paleontologist with the museum recently co-led a team who found a 

 in China — Jian changmaensis. This feathery creature is similar to a velociraptor and lived more than 120 million years ago. Researchers found part of a shoulder and forelimb, which they believe will help them learn more about how birds evolved to fly.

You can see a replica of this fossil at the Carnegie Museum of Natural History and have more dino-mite fun this summer at the events below ⬇️

DinoFest at Carnegie Museum of Natural History

 and prehistoric life on June 13. Visitors can interact with museum scientists, explore active research, and discover how fossils help us understand Earth’s history. Don’t miss the PaleoLab talks to learn about how the museum cares for the fossils on display.

, from dragonflies to Triceratops, across the garden’s 65 acres of stunning green space. The installation is created by artist Dale Lewis and made from recycled metal and found objects. Be sure to see the shiny pterodactyl on your way in and look for her nest and babies hidden in the gardens! It’s on display through Oct. 31.

Check out over 30 giant creatures from the Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous periods 

 throughout the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium. The display runs until September 7 and includes photo opportunities, fossil dig pits, and more activities.

Have you ever noticed the colorful dinosaur sculptures placed all over Pittsburgh? The Carnegie Museum of National History led a public art project in 2003 called 

, and you can still see some of these figures around town. I wrote about how you can take a DIY tour in my book, “

100 Things To Do in Pittsburgh Before You Die

.” One of my favorites is the Ketchupsaurus at PPG Place!

See these prehistoric creatures at Carnegie Museum of Natural History, Pittsburgh Botanic Garden, the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium, and more in summer 2026.

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Paint the town rainbow! Don’t miss the annual 

 June 6 and 7 in Allegheny Commons Park and 

 on June 7. There’s nothing quite like seeing a sea of color flow through the city — all in celebration of love and equal rights. The parade starts in the Strip District, goes through Downtown, and ends on the North Side at the Pride Festival in Allegheny Commons Park. Check out vendors, organizations, performances, and more.

For more pride, look no further than your own (or nearby) neighborhood! There are additional celebrations in 

Find all sorts of handmade arts and crafts at the 

, the Arts Landing in the Cultural District, June 5-7 and 11-14. Expect to see hundreds of arts and crafts vendors and a variety of live music performances, from rock to alternative hip hop to pop-folk. (

.) Don’t miss Pittsburgh’s art-rock troupe Squonk turn Arts Landing into a “kinetic, music-filled playground.”

What’s better than popcorn under the stars? Pittsburgh has a new 

 in the Strip District. Lounge in a sling chair, put on headphones, and snack on treats at The Stacks at 3 Crossings — every fourth weekend of the month, May through October. Or, bring your blanket and get cozy on the lawn for free movie screenings in 

Experience Pittsburgh from a new perspective at Bike Pittsburgh’s annual 

 event June 28. Miles of city streets will be shut down to cars and open for residents to walk, run, bike, skate, and roll. There will also be free fitness workshops, kids’ biking classes, local food vendors, and more family-friendly activities. 

Find Treasures at Mexican War Streets Yard Sale

. Not only can you find secondhand gems, but it’s a chance to see inside historic rowhouses and charming courtyards. Fuel up at my favorite coffee shop, 

Pittsburgh has a new 21+ night festival happening every weekend this summer! Starting June 20, East Carson Street will transform into one of Pittsburgh’s biggest outdoor nightlife destinations with live music, cocktails, vendors, and more entertainment. 

Celebrate the Warhol Bridge’s 100th Birthday

Hang out with City Cast Pittsburgh! We’re joining Allegheny County for an afternoon of music, food, games, and art to celebrate the Andy Warhol Bridge’s 100th Birthday on June 27. 

Make more plans for June! Tune into the City Cast Pittsburgh podcast to hear 

June 2026 in Pittsburgh: Three Rivers Arts Festival, Pride celebrations, Mexican War Streets yard sale, South Side Street Festival, and more.

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Put on your helmet, and let’s ride! Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or a newbie to biking in the Burgh, we’ve got tips to 

Mark your calendar for these upcoming rides and events ⬇️

 gives you a sweet incentive to make it to each checkpoint: donuts! Pedal along bike lanes and trails throughout the city and snag treats from Paddy Cake Bakery, Pigeon Bagels, Sidecar, and Baked True North.

, stopping at a few breweries along the way. You’ll start at Millvale Riverfront Park and roll along the trail toward the city. The event is a part of their Battles to Bikes program for local veterans.

, then meet up at the Frick Environmental Center afterwards for a community picnic. There will be hot dogs with all of the fixings (vegan available!), icy treats, and good company. The ride is a fundraiser for BikePGH, and if you raise $100, you can get a special picnic blanket.

Have a chill ride with friends or race to win some cool prizes at 

. The ride starts and ends at 3 Rivers Outdoors Co. in Regent Square, and all proceeds go toward 

, a volunteer-run nonprofit that helps Pittsburghers get, repair, and maintain bikes.

 is dedicated to breaking down barriers to bicycling. Join the group for a beginner-friendly group ride along the riverfront trail, or get some more miles in with a steady, long climb from Point State Park to the top of Riverview Park.

, starting at Allegheny Commons Park on the North Side. All experience levels are welcome at this charity ride for BikePGH. There will be beer, NA beverages, music, and food trucks at the finish line.

Experience Pittsburgh from a new perspective at BikePGH's’s annual 

 event series, where miles of city streets are shut down to cars and open for residents to walk, run, bike, skate, and roll through. Stay tuned for details.

Pedal in Pittsburgh at group bicycle rides, races, and special events featuring tasty treats.

The Best Group Rides and Biking Events in Pittsburgh This Summer

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Ever wonder what your favorite house on the block looks like inside? Or do you catch yourself peeking through the fence to spot gorgeous flowers in your neighbor’s yard?

Now’s your time to be nebby! Explore Pittsburgh homes, gardens, and more on walking tours this summer.

will take you inside uniquely restored homes, repurposed lofts, and green spaces — each with a distinct style. Get to know the stories of each dwelling through personal art collections, family heirlooms, and memorabilia.

Step inside the botanical oasis at Grow Pittsburgh’s 

 in Wilkinsburg. The certified organic farm and greenhouse provides plants to urban farmers, schools, community gardeners, and home growers throughout the community. After the tour, stick around for a barbecue and social hour.

Want a tour with a performance? Get inspired by historical Pittsburgh legends on a 

 in Lawrenceville. Prime Stage Theatre actors will resurrect the stories of locals buried in one of Pittsburgh’s largest and oldest burial grounds.

See how residents grow vegetables, fruit trees, and pollinator-friendly flowers throughout private gardens 

. Then join the community for a picnic and party afterwards with food, entertainment, and activities for all ages.

Take in the sweet smells and sights of the gardens throughout this North Hills suburb. Previous stops on 

 featured prairie gardens with native perennials, peaceful ponds, water features, and stone landscaping.

Want to know what Pittsburgh looked like during its steel industry days? Get a glimpse of our region’s industrial past on a 

 — stretching between Rankin and Swissvale and towering 92 feet above the Monongahela River. The furnaces, built in 1884, are a remnant of the U.S. Steel Homestead Steel Works and a rare example of both 20th century steel dominance and pre-World War II iron-making technology.

Hartwood Acres Sculpture Garden Audio Tour

Visitors to this magnificent 629-acre park — originally a county estate for an equestrian family — can take a 

 of the Carol R. Brown Sculpture Garden. Learn about Pittsburgh’s industrial past while touring 14 large displays. Bring your headphones, and find a QR code at each stop!

Mosey through brick-lined streets, turn-of-the-century Victorian homes, and dreamy gardens on this 

. You’ll be stunned by the intricate woodwork, stained-glass windows, tall ceilings, and manicured gardens in Pittsburgh’s largest historic district.

Open doors to beautifully restored rowhouses on this 

 on the North Side. Attendees will be awed by stonework hearths, gorgeous wood floors, charming courtyards, and verdant community gardens.

 — from the homes on Judges Row to the iconic Allegheny Observatory. Last year’s tour started at Riverview Park, and featured craft beer samples from local breweries at stops throughout the tour.

Be your best nebby self and explore lush gardens, historic homes, and magnificent parks on these summer tours.

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Whether you want a solo relaxing day or festivities for you and all of your friends, here are our tips for planning the best birthday in the Burgh.

There is so much art and history to explore in Pittsburgh. Get a glimpse of our region’s industrial past at the Carrie Blast Furnaces along the Monongahela River. 

 offers tours where you can learn about the landmark’s iron-making legacy or see how the site has been transformed with art.

Want more than just an elegant birthday dinner? Explore the flavors of an entire neighborhood with a 

. Choose from spots like the Strip District, Lawrenceville, South Side, Oakland, Allegheny West, and Brookline.

Trivia buff? Discover fun facts about Pittsburgh from an expert guide at 

. Tours take place in Downtown and go between one and two miles. Learn about the whiskey rebellion while tasting cocktail samples, see a spooky side of the city with nighttime ghost tours, or explore iconic buildings on a family-friendly outing.

If you love inventive food made with fresh ingredients, splurge on a prix fixe dinner at 

 in Garfield. Each small plate is paired with wine and cocktails or NA drinks, crafted to perfection. Look around the communal table, and you’ll be amazed by all of Spork's food lab tools, from a koji incubator to a dehydrator.

 hosts farm-to-table meals by a rotating lineup of impressive local chefs. All of the dinners are made with ingredients grown on the Carrick farm and enjoyed just a skip away from the crop fields and pollinator gardens. They always sell out fast, so plan ahead for your next occasion.

Want an excuse to dress up? Put on your best threads to step inside a fairytale at 

 in Coraopolis, a cottage-style restaurant located inside of a castle. Hyeholde always serves full-course dinners, but look out for special events like summer picnics and literature-inspired meals.

Host Megan Harris recommends bringing the meal to you by booking a private chef, like friend of the City Cast Pittsburgh podcast 

Level up your knowledge as you celebrate another year under your belt. Learn how to make ravioli, tortellini, and more pasta shapes with 

 in Swissvale, or find more tasty how-to’s with our list of the 

 in Wilkinsburg, which offers tutorials in sewing, watercolor painting, knitting, woodworking, and more. Or, get fired up with a pottery class at the 

 in Highland Park or a Make-It-Now session at the 

 in Friendship. (Tip: Union Project hosts adult birthday parties!)

On my list: For my birthday this year, I want to take an antique printing press workshop with local stationery maker 

 in Lawrenceville. I’ve been a fan of Lindsay’s art for years, and I’d love to make a unique memento to mark my special day.

Invest in yourself and opt for a luxurious spa experience. I’m a big fan of 

 in Chateau, which offers a variety of massages, light therapy, acupuncture, and more.

If you’re feeling adventurous, dip into a float tank at 

 in Lawrenceville or Sewickley. The tank cuts off all external stimuli, and the water perfectly matches your body temperature, ensuring you come out of the session feeling refreshed.

Want to meditate but can’t figure out how? Try sound healing at 

 in Castle Shannon. The tones of Tibetan bowls, gongs, and drums will calm your mind. Check out their massage menu, too.

 in Garfield are always stellar. Choose from menu staples like the chocolate hazelnut cake with espresso-rum syrup, or vanilla-chiffon cake with amaretto syrup and almond pastry cream.

Want treats for your whole birthday week? Order an assorted box of bonbons from 

Producer Sophia Lo recommends celebrating with three cakes: a local favorite, one you want to try, and a homemade goodie baked by a friend.

Step under the lights and star in your own game show at the 

 in Millvale. You and all of your pals will be laughing through games like Survey Shoutout and Wheel of Winners.

Challenge your friends to a casual game or a full-on tournament at 

 in Fox Chapel. With their self-serve beer and wine system, you can play and pour at your own pace.

Take a guided tour, learn a new skill, have a spa day, or play games with friends on your next birthday in Pittsburgh.

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