What To Do in Pittsburgh in May 2024
Check out the ultimate guide on how to spend the most of May in Pittsburgh, PA.
It’s Time to Feast
Spring is the perfect time to indulge in nature’s bounty. Here are some events and places to grub on the good stuff:
- 🥕 May 4: VegFair at Rockwell Park
- 🌮 May 5: TacoMania Cinco de Mayo Block Party
- 🍅 Farmers Market season is here! Opening dates vary by market:
- 🌽 May 12: Squirrel Hill
- 🫛 May 24: Northside
Celebrate Mom and Mothers
For the person who does so much for others, show her how much you care at these special Mother’s Day-themed events:
- 🛍️ May 4: Pittsburgh Mom Owned Market
- 💐 May 12: Mother’s Day events at Armful of Flowers
- 🥰 May 11: 3 ROC Mother’s Day Market
Party On at These Music Fests
The sun is shining, and the weather is sweet! Get your groove on with your friends:
- 🎶 May 17-18: Millvale Music Fest
- 💿 May 19: Pittsburgh Record Fest
- ⭐ May 31: Three Rivers Arts Fest
And Even More Fun Festivals and Events!
There are so many more fun options to choose from. We’ve got you covered:
- 🎉 May 4: May Day Parade in Polish Hill
- 🚲 May 9: BikePgh Bike to Work Day
- 🤗 May 11: Open Streets Pgh (Plus, the City Cast Pittsburgh team will be there!)
- 📚 May 11: Greater Festival of Books at Pittsburgh Theological Seminary in East Liberty
- 🐦 May 11: World Migratory Bird Day at various Pittsburgh parks
- 🌷 May 18: Handmade Arcade Spring Market
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