Spring has sprung! Check out our top events happening in Pittsburgh in April!
Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood at Byham Theater: April 4-6
Watch Daniel Tiger and his friends hop aboard the neighborhood trolley in this interactive musical adventure filled with dancing, singing, and sharing stories about friendship. You will have a “grr-ific” time!
The Man Who Planted Tree at the Trust Arts Education Center: April 6-8
Can one man and a dog make a difference in the world? Find out in the inspiring classical tale about a shepherd who plants a forest one acorn at a time. This funny yet inspiring puppet show will leave you smiling!
The Shrine Circus at the PPG Paints Center: April 7-9
The circus is coming to town! Now celebrating its 68th (and LAST) year, The Shrine Circus features live circus acts, exotic animals, clowns, and more!
Bunny Tyke Hike at Schenley Park with Venture Outdoors: April 8
Take a family hike and discover a trail of Easter eggs, followed by Easter crafts and snacks.
Eggtravaganza at the National Aviary: April 8-9, 14-16
Have the most egg-cellent time at The National Aviary. With family fun activities including Easter crafts, an eggs-trodinary egg hunt, story time, an Easter parade, paper mache egg painting, and an appearance from the Easter Bunny!
Pittsburgh Pirates Kids Day at PNC Park: April 9 and more
Let’s play ball! Join the kick-off party of “Kids Day” on Federal Street from 11:00 a.m. to 1 p.m with a kid-friendly Pirate item, bouncy houses, and music before the Pirates game. After the game, all kids are invited to hit the field and “Run the Bases”.
Pirates vs. Braves; Sun, Apr 9 @ 1:35 PM EDT
Easter Egg Eggs-travaganza at The Frick: April 15
The Frick Easter Egg Eggs-travaganza has it all! This fun-filled morning includes egg rolling and racing, photo booth, Easter games, face painting, refreshments, a huge Easter egg hunt and prizes.
Egg-cellent Egg Hunt at the Carnegie Museum of Natural History: April 15
This is more than just an Egg Hunt! Receive scavenger hunt maps and prizes, follow the clues to treats, and meet live springtime animals! What an egg-cellent way to spend an afternoon!
Earth Day Celebration at Frick Park: April 21-23
The annual three-day Earth Day celebration includes hiking on the trails at Frick Park, community campfire, a welcome from the Mayor, family solar concert, tree climbing demos, performances at the amphitheater, and much more. Everyday is Earth Day!
Pittsburgh Superhero Run at North Park: April 22
It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s…..Super runners! Dress in your favorite Superhero outfit and support the Superhero Foundation. Every child needs a hero, but every abused child needs a superhero.
PPG Party for the Planet: April 22
Celebrate Earth Day at the zoo with Party for the Planet! Families can learn how to help save endangered animals, recycle, and help protect the environment. Join the many activities including recycling games and eco-crafts.
FutureFest 2017 at Phipps Conservatory: April 29
See the future! This large festival will give you a glimpse of the forward thinkers of tomorrow with demonstrations, art, performances, science and technology activities, and more. Beam me up, Scotty!
March for Babies at Heinz Field: April 30
Grab your walking shoes and help support our little babies. Hear stories from families, join a family team, and feel great knowing you are helping to improve the research towards improving the health of babies.
We hope this guide gives you a few ideas to keep your family busy in April.
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