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.

Pride month is not looked over in downtown Pittsburgh, and it started off with one huge party. On Saturday and Sunday, downtown Pittsburgh and its North Shore welcomed hundreds of vendors to make this an unforgettable weekend to start off a month full of love. 

Are you sick of fast food on your lunch break? Maybe yearning to support a locally owned business in the big city? Look no further: a new, healthy spot for a quick refuel has arrived in downtown Pittsburgh, and it might be the spot you didn’t know you needed.

In the heart of downtown lies a new gem, with a rooftop and fresh nigiri, Sushi I is Pittsburgh’s newest catch.

That’s a wrap! Voting for The Downtowner’s Best Restaurants has officially closed on May 31st, and we’re thrilled by the incredible response. A huge thank you to everyone who has cast their votes and supported their favorite local spots across Greater Downtown!

Calling all music lovers: Pittsburgh’s DNA is putting on a brand new event just for you! Candlelight Crescendo starts at 8:00 PM on Friday, June 20th in the Highmark Theater at Pittsburgh Playhouse. Listen to some of your favorite songs of the summer, whether old or new, in a brand new way. The sound of the strings are sure to blow you away, but keep the candles lit as you're transported to a night of elegance and goosebumps.

Get ready to tap into your creativity at Pittsburgh’s annual arts celebration. Thursday, June 5th through Sunday, June 8th, Pittsburgh residents will come together to enjoy art at the Dollar Bank Three Rivers Arts Festival, including live music, an artist market, dance, gallery exhibitions, creative family activities, and more.

If you’re looking for a meal that’s satisfying, flavorful, and beautifully balanced, look no further than Nicky’s Thai Kitchen on Liberty Avenue. A longtime favorite among downtown regulars, Nicky’s delivers on both authenticity and comfort—and their Basil Tofu Eggplant lunch special is a standout.

Pittsburgh’s newest art exhibit has been nearly a century in the making. Eyes on the Point– Glen Davis is a new exhibit being held in the Benedum Trees Gallery through August of 2025, and you do not want to miss this chance to walk through a piece of Pittsburgh history.

Heinz Hall in Downtown Pittsburgh is home to the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, two time Grammy Award winners. Downtown Pittsburgh is lucky to have artistic excellence right in the heart of our city, you cannot miss it. The orchestra will be performing every weekend in June and certain weekdays. See below for more details. 

Get ready, Pittsburgh. Things are about to get delightfully sour. Picklesburgh is rolling back into town from July 11th to the 13th, and this year, it’s definitely bigger, bolder, and brinier than ever. Picklesburgh is celebrating its 10th anniversary on the iconic Sister Bridges, the Andy Warhol and Roberto Clemente, and spreading across Fort Duquesne Boulevard, Market Square, and beyond.

On June 20, 2025, Downtown Pittsburgh’s Highmark Theater will transform into a luminous sanctuary as DNA presents the inaugural performance of Candlelight Crescendo. This event promises more than just a musical performance, it’s a beautiful celebration of community, culture, and of the arts.

Discover Pittsburgh transform into your favorite fantastical universes for one weekend only at 3 Rivers Comicon hosted by The David L. Lawrence Convention Center. 

Pride month is nearly upon us and Pittsburgh is not shy of a celebration. The weekend of Friday May 30th through Sunday June 1st commemorates Pride in Pittsburgh at this year's annual Pittsburgh Pride Festival. The weekend includes a 3-day lineup of musicians, dancers, drag performers, speakers and more, ending with a march and parade.

The Coffee Village is a local, Pittsburgh-owned coffee shop chain, whose shops scatter from Downtown Pittsburgh to Sewickley. The Coffee Village hopes their customers taste and understand their commitment to the brew by emphasizing the journey the bean takes– from plant to cup. 

You’re running out of time! We’re almost at the deadline for best restaurants voting. 

DNA’s 2025 Awards Dinner was a special night thanks to the nearly 400 attendees. This annual dinner is all about celebrating Downtown Pittsburgh. It is a time to join together and toast to all the progress that has been made in the region this year. 

Starting next month, residents of Downtown Pittsburgh will be given a new opportunity to collaborate with the city itself. Downtown Dialogues, a new series of open forums launched by the Downtown Neighbors Alliance, will give residents an assured chance of being heard in the development of Downtown Pittsburgh.

In the heart of The Cultural District, in an intimate space of 75 seats, a sacred language is spoken: comedy. Not everyone may understand it, you might wish you could speak it. This summer is your chance to learn.