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⛽ City gets a Sheetz!
August 29, 2025 · — Francesca Dabecco
The Burgh is busy for Labor Day Weekend — especially the North Shore! Rib Fest is cooking all weekend long, the Savannah Bananas are playing at PNC Park, and Pitt football kicks off its season against Duquesne at Acrisure Stadium. Plus, Soul Food Festival is happening Downtown.
Scroll for more fun weekend plans ⬇️
What's CITY Talking About?
Sheetz To Open in City Limits
The Altoona-based gas station and convenience store, which has a fierce local following, is moving into a former Rite Aid location in Banksville. [🎧 City Cast Pittsburgh / Axios Pittsburgh]
- We’re talking about this and more wins of the week on today’s Friday news roundup podcast. [🎧 City Cast Pittsburgh]
Juneteenth Organizers Sue City, Mayor
William "B" Marshall and wife Margo allege that Mayor Ed Gainey and the city attempted to take over the Western Pennsylvania Juneteenth Celebration, which the Marshalls have hosted for 12 years. The lawsuit claims a violation of civil rights, but the mayor’s office denies these allegations. [WTAE]
City Council Advances Tiny House Bill
Council is showing support for a measure that would allow tiny home communities to be built for unhoused residents. Locations have not been decided, and a public review process would happen before anything is built. A final vote on the bill is expected next week. [TribLive]
Students Join Pittsburgh Public Schools Board
A senior at Obama Academy 6-12 and a junior at Allderdice High School were selected to be the district’s first student board representatives. They will serve as nonvoting members but will provide insight into the student experience. [WESA]
- Learn about the district’s pending school closure plan. [🎧 City Cast Pittsburgh]
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What To Do
Friday, Aug. 29
- 🎷 Jazz Fest at Golden Age Beer — Aug. 31 (Homestead)
- 🏈 Kickoff & Rib Fest at Acrisure — Sept. 1 (North Shore)
- 🚲 Learn 2 Ride at Bud Harris Track (Highland Park)
- 🎊 Silver Street Series at The Warhol (North Shore)
- 🍻 Parks on Tap Beer Garden at Schenley Park (Oakland)
- 💃 Free Concert at South Park Ampitheater (South Park)
- 🖼️ Dago Arts Solo Show at Studio 4 (Bloomfield)
- 📚 Lit Fridays at August Wilson Center (Downtown)
- 🍽️ Soul Food Festival on the Blvd of the Allies — Aug. 31 (Downtown)
- 🥨 Oktoberfest at Teutonia Männerchor — Aug. 31 (East Allegheny)
- 📖 Fight Back Books at Black Cat Market (Garfield)
- 🌵 Succulent Night at Phipps Conservatory (Oakland)
- 🐕 Yappy Hour at The Terminal (Strip District)
- 🎼 80’s Music & Beyond at The Frick (Squirrel Hill)
- 👖 Pitt Vintage Palooza in Schenley Plaza (Oakland)
- 🍺 Anni Celebration at 11th Hour Brewing — Aug. 31 (Lawrenceville)
Saturday, Aug. 30
- 🎤 Celebration of Mac Miller at Blue Slide Park (Squirrel Hill)
- 🏳️🌈 Dandy Andy at The Warhol (North Shore)
- 🎼 Jam at Grandview Park Bandstand (Mt. Washington)
- 🛶 Paddle benefiting Three Rivers Waterkeeper (Herrs Island)
- 🐈⬛ Tats for Cats at Steel Goat Marketplace (Penn Hills)
- 🎶 Live Music at De Fer Coffee & Tea (Strip District)
- 🛍️ Neighborhood Flea in SouthSide Works (South Side)
- 🧗 Climb & Brunch at ASCEND (Boyce Park)
- 📸 Headshots for Hope for Alzheimer’s Association (Robinson)
- 🛍️ Night Market at Novo Asian Food Hall (Strip District)
- 🌙 Art Exhibit & Auction for Casa San Jose (Shadyside)
- 🏈 Pitt vs Duquesne at Acrisure (North Shore)
Sunday, Aug. 31
- 🌳 Yoga in Grandview Park (Mt. Washington)
- 🪩 A Very Dolly Disco at City Winery (Strip District)
- 💅 Bad Bitch Bazaar on Craig Street (Oakland)
- 🎶 Free Concert at Hartwood Acres (Allison Park)
- ✨ Inner Ecology: A Yogic Exploration (Hazelwood)
- 🏙️ Free Yoga in PPG Plaza (Downtown)
- 🎷 Reservoir of Jazz at Highland Park (Highland Park)
- 🐈⬛ Kitten Ka-Brew-Dle at Helltown Brewing (Strip District)
- ♻️ Reuse Reunion at Westinghouse Park (Point Breeze)
- 🏐 College Volleyball Showcase at PPG Paints (Downtown)
- 🍅 Farmers Market at Beacon Bartlett Lot (Squirrel Hill)
- 🛍️ Flea Market at Guyasuta Square (Sharpsburg)
- 🌽 Farm Market on Brookline Boulevard (Brookline)
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Here’s your reminder to check in on what your neighborhood garden is up to. A lot of farms and gardens are gearing up for harvest celebrations and fall festivals 🌽
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