Things to Look Forward to in 2024

There's a lot to be excited about in Pittsburgh in 2024!

Here's a few highlights

There are many adventures to be had in Pittsburgh throughout the year, and 2024 is already stock full of exciting things to look forward to. From new thrills and museums to the return of some of the city's favorite events, the 'Burgh is full of fun for everyone. Be sure to mark your calendar with this list of things to see and do in 2024.

Bracket Busting Starts Here

Experience March Madness® in the City of Champions March 21 & 23, 2024 at PPG Paints Arena! Duquesne University hosts the First and Second Rounds of the NCAA® Division I Men’s Basketball Championship right here in Pittsburgh.

Now Boarding: Iceland to Pittsburgh

Icelandair will offer European, UK and Scandinavian passengers easier routes than ever to spend time in Pittsburgh thanks to a new nonstop route connecting our city with Keflavik International Airport outside Reykjavik, Iceland. Four flights a week will arrive and depart Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday starting May 2024.

Craft Beer Continues Its Dominance

Craft breweries continue to pop up in neighborhoods throughout Pittsburgh, but what will set 2024 apart is how many of our beloved brews are getting second, third and even fourth homes at expanded locations. Here's what's on tap so far:

  • Burgh'ers Brewing - Opening a third location in the South Side and a sprawling 13,000-square-foot fourth location in Millvale.
  • Necromancer Brewing Co. - Second location named The Midnight Whistler coming to Greenfield with a signature cask ale bar and elevated bites.
  • Allegheny City Brewing - Expanding into a standalone taproom and indoor/outdoor beer garden in Deutschtown/NorthSide.
  • Trace - Second location named Trace Echo in Uptown including outdoor space and a collab, Ghost Coffee Collab espresso bar and food.

50 Years of Potato Patch Fries

Don't spill your cheese sauce! Kennywood is celebrating their iconic Potato Patch french fries and their bumper car ride by transforming the latter with a total rebrand as drivers sit in fry boats powered by forks as they try to knock the toppings off of opposing drivers. It doesn't get more Pittsburgh than this.

PiratesFest Returns (And 1 More Year for Cutch)

Always one of my favorite events of the year, PiratesFest returns Jan. 6, 2024 at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center with exclusive autograph sessions featuring current and former players, fun photo ops, lots of activities and your first crack at the team store for the season. Plus, the Pirates have signed Andrew McCutchen for another year giving us plenty of reasons to celebrate.

Massive Concerts

The new year hasn't even started but the 2024 concert season lineup is already shaping up to be one of the best. Here's just some of the highlights (for full lists of upcoming shows at smaller venues, click here):

Barrel & Flow Fest

Named the best beer festival in the ENTIRE COUNTY in 2023, Barrel & Flow Fest returns to The Stacks at 3 Crossings Aug. 10, 2024! The Burgh will be celebrating Black-owned breweries with collaborations with Black artists from across the country along with great energy from live entertainment and art demonstrations. Tickets to this can't-miss event go on sale Feb. 1, 2024.

Events You Don't Want to Miss

Celebrations, special events and festivals range across Pittsburgh's 90 neighborhoods throughout the year. 2024 will see the return of many perennial favorites that represent a variety of cultures and lifestyles, including Only in Pittsburgh favorites like:

These are only a few of the many great things to look forward to in the 'Burgh for 2024. Be sure to tag us in your Pittsburgh adventures this year using #LovePGH for a chance to be featured in our marketing materials. Happy 2024!

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