Pittsburgh’s Market Square constantly changes, but its purpose hasn’t wavered since 1784
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Posts tagged with Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership
VIDEO: Decoding the art and meaning behind Pittsburgh’s new Strawberry Way mural
This Downtown mural is about social justice and equity — not just selfies.
I ranked the 10 weirdest foods at Picklesburgh, and it was a jarring experience
Pittsburgh, we have a pickle problem.
What’s new this year at Picklesburgh, Pittsburgh’s celebration of all things pickled
It's going to be an even bigger dill.
You can play ‘the floor is lava’ on Pittsburgh’s Strawberry Way this summer
The artwork is about social justice and equity — not just games and selfies.
10 Memorial Day weekend events to welcome summer in Pittsburgh
There will be parades and a block party.
Enjoy a free lunch with a side of important conversation
At Soup for Change, enjoy a free bowl of hot soup, along with important conversation. The event provides Pittsburghers with an opportunity to begin a dialogue about homelessness and poverty in our region. Up to 80 participants can attend, and each will be paired up with a stranger to discuss these issues.
Where: Market Square holiday market at 2 Market Square (Downtown)
When: December 19, 2017 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
How much: Free
Why Pittsburgh celebrates Light Up Night before Thanksgiving
Also: Some solid tips for getting the most out of Friday's celebrations
Show off your Halloween costume Downtown
Dress to impress the judges at Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership's Fright Up Night, featuring a costume contest, live music, face painting and drink specials. The costume contest categories are: Best couples costume, best group costume, scariest costume, most creative costume and funniest costume. The Incline's own MJ Slaby will serve as one of the judges, so say hi to her, and try to wow her with your look. Need some inspiration? Here ya go.
Where: Market Square at Market Square (Downtown)
When: October 28, 2017 from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
How much: Free admission
Shop local at the night market Downtown
Listen to music from DJ Selecta while shopping the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership night market. At this pop-up market, local independent vendors will sell jewelry, apparel, photography, art, accessories, home decor and more.
Where: Market Square (Downtown)
When: September 9, 2017 from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Experience a glamorous night of cinema
It's an extra-special, extra-glamorous edition of the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership's Rooftop Shindig series. The evening includes a screening of the 1932 Greta Garbo and Ramon Novarro spy thriller, “Mata Hari," along with entertainment by Phat Man Dee and a vintage fashion market. The event kicks off at 5:30, with entertainment beginning at 6, and the movie at dusk. Guests are encouraged to bring their own seating or blanket.
Where: Top level of Theater Square Garage at 667 Penn Ave. (Downtown)
When: August 29, 2017 at 5:30 p.m.
How much: Free admission