Free events in Allegheny County, PA

This walk-in food distribution serving the Hill District invites households to move through a selection of groceries and pick the items that fit their needs. Offerings include fresh produce, shelf-stable foods, and frozen proteins in family-sized portions, with vegetarian options available.

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Hosted by Hilltop Alliance, this walk-in food distribution offers an assortment of groceries in family-sized amounts. Participants move through a selection of items and pick what best fits their household, including dairy products, fresh produce, and shelf-stable goods. Vegetarian choices are available.

Visitors can find fresh foods, locally made items, and more at the Swissvale Farmers Market in Pittsburgh, PA. This seasonal market provides a place to browse local offerings and bring home items from the area.

This walk-in food distribution invites participants to select from a variety of loose grocery items. Offerings include produce, shelf-stable foods, and frozen proteins in family-sized portions, with vegetarian options available. Attendees move through a line of items and choose what best fits their household. Held at Faison K-5.

Celebrate the Dormont Street and Music Festival, a free, all-ages community gathering that takes place rain or shine. Enjoy continuous live performances on three stages featuring 18 bands, along with a wide range of food, arts and crafts, and activities for everyone. Browse more than 60 vendor booths and discover local businesses and artisans in a lively neighborhood setting. Current application status: band slots are filled, while sponsor and vendor applications remain open. Attendee notice: participation is at your own risk, and the Borough of Dormont and event organizers are not responsible for personal injury, loss, or damage to property. Photography and recording may occur, and attendance grants permission for images to be used in promotional materials. Please follow all applicable laws, posted signs, and instructions from staff, volunteers, and public safety officials. Entry may be refused or individuals may be removed if behavior is unsafe or disruptive.

Stage AE hosts the Pittsburgh Steelers tailgates in Pittsburgh, welcoming fans ahead of every home game at Acrisure Stadium. This outdoor gathering takes place regardless of the weather and is open to all ages. It is known as the largest tailgate event in the region, offering free admission, live music, specials on food and drinks, and opportunities to win prizes and autographed items.

This casual night offers a relaxed setting with no entry fee. It welcomes new players, and there are plenty of extra decks available for anyone who wants to try it out.

WPSCA presents free intermediate-level Slovak classes for learners who already have some prior experience, held at Brentwood Public Library in Pittsburgh. Sessions take place weekly on Mondays for this series, with two Thursday classes noted in the schedule. Attendees are asked not to park in the library lot and to use parking down the hill toward the park or nearby street parking instead. The course is taught by Božena Hilko, originally from Slovakia, an experienced educator who has worked with both children and adults and holds a master’s degree in foreign language education from the University of Pittsburgh. For registration or questions, email Božena at bozi@comcast.net. A complete schedule is available from WPSCA.

A monthly blues dance presented by BFF (Blues and Fusion Forge) at Mettā includes a free lesson followed by social dancing. Admission for the dance operates on a sliding scale from $5 to $20.

Enjoy relaxed, casual games of commander with players of all experience levels. New participants are welcome, and arriving a little early allows time for a brief walkthrough before play begins. There is no cover to participate.

At Club Cafe in Pittsburgh, this free showcase spotlights high energy live music built to fill dance floors. Attendees can watch a rehearsal, sample different musical styles and band sizes from a customizable ensemble that can range from three to fourteen performers, and speak with a producer about booking for weddings, festivals, corporate events, or private functions. The musicians are seasoned professionals with credits that include work with Stevie Wonder, John Legend, Mark Ronson, Kendrick Lamar, and Steve Miller, along with experience on Broadway productions. It is a relaxed night out with live music to enjoy with a friend or a fiancé.

Test your song knowledge with a fun night of music bingo hosted by DJ Zack Bang. It is free to participate, and the event features four games with prizes up for grabs.

Test your knowledge at a lively trivia night at Smokin' Joe’s Saloon, where brainy challenges and friendly competition take center stage. Participation is free. Attendees can play with a team or join one upon arrival. Food and drinks are available while you compete, and the top scoring teams earn prizes and bragging rights.

Managed by Pillar Pittsburgh, this free meetup welcomes moms with babies ages 0 to 3 to a relaxed space to simply be. Created by doula Shanyn Winnowski, the group centers on listening, mutual support, and encouragement as families navigate early parenthood. Attendees are welcomed exactly as they are, whether rested or tired, freshly showered or not, feeling confident or still finding their footing. Plenty of coffee and tea will be available, and a full kitchen is on site for anyone who prefers to bring beverages or snacks.

Experience a free opportunity fair designed for women at the University of Pittsburgh Community Engagement Center in Homewood. The event offers direct access to supportive services and guidance throughout the fair, on-site interviews, wardrobe and hair or makeup touchups, professional headshots for LinkedIn, and resume support. Attendees can meet hiring companies and nonprofit organizations, explore enrollment in personal and professional development programs, and get help connecting with needed resources. Participants also receive practical tools for success, including a self-directed and individualized success plan. Free childcare and lunch are provided on site.

Get ready for a lively, free bingo session filled with friendly competition. Winners take home small prizes, and light refreshments will be available. Expect an upbeat atmosphere where every number called brings a bit more excitement.