Are you looking to escape your office during your break? Downtown has a lot to offer, from restaurants and green spaces to cultural staples that can bring brightness to your workday.

On August 15th, 2025, Cancer Bridges is hosting a Summer Send-Off at 2816 Smallman St. The event will feature carnival-style games, hands-on activities, and food. 

Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh (HARP) is one of the largest animal rescues in Pennsylvania. They have three locations–one on the north side, one on the east side, and a wildlife center. The shelter locations are packed with dogs and cats, but there are also bunnies, ferrets, turtles, and more. While some require a little more patience, many are kind, gentle pets waiting for a family to see their potential.

Howl at the Moon is a piano bar in the heart of Downtown. If you’re looking to dance, this is the spot for you. The performers aim to get you on your feet with an upbeat, energetic setlist. It's open until 2am Thursday-Saturday, so be sure to bring your dancing shoes. 

If you’re melting in the hot, sticky haze of a Pittsburgh summer, stop what you’re doing and head straight to Live Fresh Juicery — your oasis in the concrete jungle. Nestled right in Downtown at 120 Fifth Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15222, this spot is a total lifesaver when the temperature spikes and your energy dips.

Sit back and enjoy the show (and the food) at Greer Cabaret Theater. This project of The Cultural Trust, puts on magnificent performances joined by delicious food and drinks. During showtimes, tickets are required to sit and dine in the theater, but other times the lounge is open to the public Tuesday-Sunday.

Let's be honest, Pittsburgh is always picture perfect. Help us prove it by sending in your photos to our Downtown Through Your Eyes photo submission! Send in your favorite view, sunset, special moment, mural, or whatever is sitting in your camera roll, but submissions must be taken in Downtown or the Strip District.

In June of 1961, art curator G. David Thompson was going out to dinner with his wife, thinking nothing of it. But when he got back, he was met with quite a shock– 10 paintings, wiped from his house, and more damaged.

OpenStreetsPGH is back in downtown Pittsburgh! OpenStreetsPGH is a free community event that allows people to walk, run, bike, and explore spaces that would usually be used for motor vehicles.

On July 9th, Mayor Ed Gainey, the Downtown Neighbors Alliance, and Huntington Bank welcomed our newest downtown resident, Katie Rotz, with a DNA welcome basket filled with an array of perks and gifts from Downtown restaurants and businesses.

Attention Yinzers! Now’s your chance to showcase your photography skills and our beautiful city.

For 80 years, The CLO has been an instrumental part of Downtown Pittsburgh, creating magic on stage. But this magic doesn’t happen by accident. 

Your favorite places to eat, sip, and gather in Greater Downtown have officially been crowned. After weeks of voting, we’re excited to announce the 2025 winners of The Downtowner’s Best Restaurants competition!

Downtown Pittsburgh is changing, and tomorrow, you have a chance to help shape what comes next for the city.

Looking for a fun way to break up the week? Head to Talia on Wednesday nights for their Beer & Burgers special, it’s the perfect midweek treat!

In need of weekend plans? We’ve got you. Here's a list of fun activities for all ages in Downtown Pittsburgh!

If you're searching for one of the best seafood experiences in Pittsburgh, look no further than Penn Avenue Fish Co., located right in the heart of the Strip District.

The DNA's slogan, "Think tnereffiD" is a message that challenges conventions and embraces unique solutions to problems. "Think tnereffiD" isn't just about thinking in a different manner; it's about being fundamentally different in thought.

Pittsburgh’s annual commemoration of Juneteenth kicks off June 19th-22nd with a weekend full of free activities, music, and celebration around the Pittsburgh area.

Are you looking for a change in socializing, but you’re feeling lost? The Department of Public Safety for the City of Pittsburgh is looking to put an end to that, but they need your help.