🍦 Hoist the (ice cream) cone

Hoist the (Ice Cream) Cone

The Pirates are leaning all the way into the traffic cone phenomenon with a special giveaway at their remaining Sunday home games, Sept. 6 and Sept. 20. Fans can snag the limited-edition PNC-branded traffic cone holder for free with the purchase of ice cream. If you're going, we've got thoughts on what else to eat at PNC Park. [Axios Pittsburgh / City Cast Pittsburgh]

• More of a hockey fan? The Penguins just released their theme nights and giveaways for the upcoming season. Nab a Zamboni™ Gravy Boat, an Iceburgh Nutcracker or, best of all, a singing Jeff Jimerson bobblehead! [NHL]

PRT To Upgrade the T

The transit agency landed an $82.8 million federal grant to help replace its aging light rail fleet. It plans to purchase 45 new vehicles with larger, more energy efficient cars featuring a "modern, open concept interior." Don't get too excited, however. PRT won't seek a manufacturer until mid-2027, with design and testing following. [🔒 Post-Gazette]

Eviction Help In PGH

Roughly 13,600 eviction cases were filed around Pittsburgh last year. Public Source put together a guide explaining what happens after a notice arrives, how to navigate eviction court, and where renters can find help. [Public Source]

Market District Gets a Rebrand

Giant Eagle recently hired a Dallas ad agency to rebrand their upscale Market District stores. The new slogan (“Discover Great Taste”) hits their TV and social media ads as the Kroger merger nears and Wegmans and Meijer move into the region. [🔒 Business Times]

September is when Pittsburgh starts acting like fall. We rounded up every event we could find this month, from Oktoberfests and corn mazes to community harvest days and the first haunted trails of the season. Plus, some of the scariest (and cutest!) haunted houses around.

Teutonia Männerchor Oktoberfest

Sept. 4-6

One of Pittsburgh's biggest, oldest German cultural organizations hosts its annual festival over Labor Day weekend, including imported beer, authentic food, and live music.

Pumpkin Palooza!

Sept. 5

Check out Brenckle’s enormous stock of pumpkin and gourds, plus some of the most unique and fun decorations to get your home ready for fall. Look for vendors like Nosh & Curd specialty food shop, The Roaming Bean coffee truck, Amish donuts, Recon Brewing, and more.

Sewickley Harvest Festival

Sept. 12

Look for 140 vendors offering food, arts and crafts, kids’ activities, and all-day sidewalk sales in the village — all decked out for autumn. 

Moon Wizarding Fest

Sept. 12

Step into the magic with Moon Parks & Recreation, featuring boozy and non-alcoholic potions, arts and crafts, music, games, costume contests, and more. Ticket sales support local parks!

Hobbit Festival

Sept. 12

Enjoy a Tolkien-inspired day of fantasy, food, and fun for the whole family at Bloom Cafe in Valencia. There will be live folk music, local vendors, craft workshops, themed drinks, and more.

Fall Fest & The Great Pup-Kin Race

Sept. 13

Watch costumed dogs (up to 25 pounds) zip around an obstacle course near the Waterfront gazebo while the kiddos get their faces painted, take home balloon animals, and more. The pumpkin patch alone is worth a walk around the square.