5 Things to Do in Pittsburgh This Weekend

Plus, seasonal events around the city.

October 13, 2026

PM Staff,

PHOTO BY DAVE DICELLO

Halloween Make-It-Now
Oct. 17 | Pittsburgh Glass Center

Even better than carving is making your own glass pumpkin in any color that you choose at the Pittsburgh Glass Center. Try glassblowing, flameworking, fusing and more. Make-It-Now events are an opportunity to quickly try glassmaking with the assistance of a local artist. Activities range from 20 minutes for glassblowing, flameworking, and sandblasting and up to an hour for fusing. Registration is required.

Opening Reception of Nature Unmasked
Oct. 17 | North Hills Art Center

A collection of Michael Marano’s hand-built pottery explores identity, vulnerability and our connection to nature. Nature Unmasked invites viewers to look beneath the surface and consider what emerges when we let go of expectations and allow ourselves to be seen. The opening reception will take place on Oct. 17 from 6-8 p.m. The show will be on view through Nov. 7.

Punkin Chunkin at Hartwood Acres Park
Oct. 17 | Hartwood Acres Amphitheatre

Join Allegheny County Parks and SHARP Robotics from the Sarah Heinz House at Punkin Chunkin, as pumpkins are launched across Hartwood Acres Park Amphitheater Field with a full-size trebuchet. There will also be family-friendly activities, including craft, face painting, cookie decorating, interactive storytelling and a farmer’s market.

Owl-O-Ween
Oct. 17-18 | National Aviary

Don your Halloween costume and bring the whole family to the National Aviary for fall fun. Kids can get Halloween treats at various activities throughout their visit, make their own craft and take in a “Sp-OO-ky” Meet and Greet, all while learning about some of your favorite nocturnal neighbors.

ZooBoo
Saturdays starting Oct. 17 | Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium

Celebrate the spooktacular with ZooBoo, the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium’s annual kid-friendly Halloween event. Enjoy safe daytime trick-or-treating throughout the Zoo, collecting treats and supporting local businesses at this daytime family favorite event. Enjoy giveaways and meet some of your favorite characters. Show off your costumes in our Halloween parade, dance and costume contest. Be sure to check out our animals enjoying Halloween treats throughout the park. ZooBoo is a walk-thru event that takes place during regular daytime operation. No additional ticket is required; trick-or-treating is included with your visit from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.