August is one of Pittsburgh’s busiest months, packed with festivals, live music, food, sports, neighborhood celebrations, and family fun. Whether you’re looking for a cultural experience, a great meal, or a summer concert under the stars, there’s something happening nearly every weekend.
August 1–31: Summer Concert Season
August brings one of the strongest concert lineups of the summer, including:
- Bruno Mars at Acrisure Stadium (Aug. 29)
- TLC & Salt-N-Pepa (Aug. 24)
- Ne-Yo & Akon (Aug. 2)
- Zac Brown Band (Aug. 13)
- Kesha (Aug. 25)
- The Black Keys (Aug. 2)
- Goo Goo Dolls (Aug. 14)
The City of Pittsburgh also offers free music every week with:
- Jam at Grandview on Saturday evenings overlooking the skyline.
- Reservoir of Jazz every Sunday in Highland Park.
TLC & Salt-N-Pepa bring their iconic catalog to Pittsburgh on Aug. 24.
August 8: Barrel & Flow Festival
One of Pittsburgh’s signature cultural festivals returns, celebrating Black-owned breweries, live music, art, food vendors, and entrepreneurs. The nationally recognized festival has become one of the city’s premier summer events.
Barrel & Flow Festival celebrates Black-owned breweries, culture, and community.
Little Italy Days
Bloomfield transforms into one giant street festival featuring:
- Authentic Italian food
- Live entertainment
- Family activities
- Local vendors
- Wine, desserts, and shopping
It’s consistently among the largest neighborhood festivals in Western Pennsylvania.
August 10–16: Pittsburgh Restaurant Week
Restaurants across the region offer special prix-fixe menus and discounts, making it a perfect week to explore Pittsburgh’s food scene without breaking the budget.
Pittsburgh Restaurant Week runs Aug. 10–16 with prix-fixe menus across the region.
Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival
Downtown comes alive with internationally known performers, local musicians, food vendors, and free outdoor performances centered around the August Wilson African American Cultural Center and the Cultural District. The festival has become one of Pittsburgh’s premier music events.
The Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival fills Downtown with world-class performers and free outdoor stages.
International Village – McKeesport
Celebrating cultures from around the world with:
- International cuisine
- Cultural performances
- Dancing
- Live entertainment
- Family activities
The annual festival attracts more than 20,000 visitors each year.
Pirates Baseball Continues
Summer evenings are perfect for baseball along the North Shore. Catch the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park while enjoying one of baseball’s most scenic stadiums, complete with skyline views, fireworks on select nights, and family promotions.
PNC Park offers one of baseball’s most scenic settings, with the Pittsburgh skyline as a backdrop.
Neighborhood Festivals
Throughout August you’ll also find:
- Brookline Breeze & Breezefest
- Taste of Greece Festival
- Community fairs
- Farmers markets
- Outdoor movies
- Weekend art markets
These neighborhood celebrations showcase Pittsburgh’s diverse communities with food, music, local vendors, and family entertainment.