We are almost to Thanksgiving and fabulous events embracing the creeping start of winter are in full gear. Get holly and jolly by exploring light displays in the city, celebrating Thanksgiving with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, or taking in a play on a classic book with a seasonal twist. No matter the choice, share it with your loved ones as a way to get into that special holiday feeling.
Holiday Lights Walking Tour
Downtown Pittsburgh, November 22 – January 1
Stroll through the city decorated with holiday cheer and bright light displays. Visit the world’s largest pickle ornament, gingerbread house displays, and of course the giant PPG Place Christmas tree surrounded by the UPMC Ice Rink. The walking tour ends at the Peoples Gas Holiday Market so you can get some shopping done while having a blast.
Thanksgiving with Randall Goosby
Heinz Hall, November 24 – 26
Cherish the gratitude of Thanksgiving with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra and violinist Randall Goosby, a protégé of Itzhak Perlman. Delight in a joyful concert featuring Gloria Isabel Ramos’ Joy, Korngold’s Violin Concerto, and Strauss’ Family Waltzes & Polkas. Plus there will be many chances to come together as a community with different celebratory activities.
Dazzling Nights
Pittsburgh Botanic Gardens, November 24 – January 1
Immerse yourself in a mile-long awe-inspiring holiday experience. The Pittsburgh Botanic Gardens decorates its outside space with millions of tiny twinkling lights each winter season. There’s beauty at every turn whether you’re dancing through a tunnel of stars or posing with a stained glass tree.
AFRICANISM, A FashionAFRICANA Gala
Pittsburgh Public Theater, November 25
Explore amazing creations by leading Black and African designers and artists all in style and elegance. Taste some premier African cuisine, dance away to moving rhythms, and view the vibrant atmosphere. The gala is by FashionAFRICANA and this year’s theme, “AFRICANISM,” celebrates the global influence of African culture on contemporary movements.
Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley
City Theater Mainstage, November 25 – December 17
This one’s for all the book lovers out there. Dive into the world of Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice in this play by Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon, directed by Kyle Haden. Follow the Bennets, Darcys, and Bingleys, for a Christmas at Pemberly when an unexpected guest makes an appearance.
See what else we’re excited about this November.
Story by Kylie Thomas
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