The mansion is all decked out for the holidays. The tour, which runs through Jan. 13, includes 20 beautifully decorated rooms. Reservations are required. Candlelight tours are also available.
We’re finishing final holiday touches at #HartwoodAcres Mansion! Tour 20 beautifully decorated rooms Monday-Saturday 10-3 & Sunday 12-3 now through Jan. 13. Admission $1-$8. Special candlelight tours also offered. Reservations are required by calling 412-767-9200. pic.twitter.com/OqWznkJOQF
— Allegheny County (@Allegheny_Co) November 13, 2017
The North Park ice rink is open for the season through mid-march! Right now, South Park ice rink is under renovation and won't be open until a later date. Once they open, there will be a new NHL sized ice rink and skate trail.
North Park Ice Rink is open for the season, which runs through mid-March, weather & conditions permitting. For hours & rates, visit https://t.co/qGOhJXP2XZ. South Park Ice Rink is being renovated and will open later - improvements include a new NHL-size rink & skate trail! pic.twitter.com/S7XIfzlh77
— Allegheny County (@Allegheny_Co) November 9, 2017
Starting Friday, Market Square in Downtown Pittsburgh will hold their sixth annual Peoples Gas Holiday Market. The market includes several different vendors, places to grab snacks and Santa's house where you have the chance to take a photo with him.
There is no need to stress about finishing your holiday shopping this year: the Peoples Gas Holiday Market™ opens this...
Posted by Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership on Wednesday, November 15, 2017
Starting Saturday through Nov. 30, the zoo will be offering free admission as a thank you for supporting them throughout the whole year.
We are thankful for you! 🦃🦁 #FreeForAll #zooforall pic.twitter.com/5RF3IgjsXS
— Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium (@PghZoo) November 7, 2017
Fun Fore All's traditional Holiday Lights Mini Golf begins Friday. They transform their golf courses into a walk through light show. The walk through includes two light tunnels, a 20ft Christmas tree, and a musical show. There are different events held everyday, with Friday being their Light Up Night.
Real mini golf, real reindeer, real FUN - only at Holiday Lights Mini Golf! We are only 2 DAYS AWAY!
Posted by Fun Fore All Family Fun Park on Wednesday, November 15, 2017
Visitors will have the opportunity to explore new species on exhibit including a daily free-flight bird show. They also offer daily owl talks included with admission. You will learn about owls' unique traits, such as their hunting ability.
Whooooo’s back? It’s the Eurasian Eagle-owls, X and Dumbledore! Stop in soon to visit with them and other Extraordinary Owls at the National Aviary. #Owls #NationalAviary #Pittsburgh pic.twitter.com/5uZguxVjzj
— National Aviary (@National_Aviary) November 9, 2017
They offer different routes year-round, any day of the week. They are holding several different runs this weekend. The tours will explore the amazing views of Pittsburgh, and there will even be time to stop for photos.
Satisfy your RUNderlust: explore Pittsburgh on a running tour!
Posted by Pittsburgh Running Tours on Monday, November 13, 2017
The city of Pittsburgh will kick off the start of the holiday season with it's annual celebration. The event includes the lighting of the Unity Tree, Season of Lights display, live music, fireworks and more.
Saturday
Every Saturday through Dec. 23, there will be horse drawn carriage rides through Market Square. The rides are free and and do not require a reservation, although they encourage everyone to arrive early.
There will be a 6 to 8 mile trek along Nine Mile Run. The hike will go through Frick Park and end at it's terminus at the Monongahela River. There will be a break for lunch along the banks of the river.
We won't quite be doing 9 miles on Nine Mile Run, but we will come pretty close! Put your hiking boots on and hit the trails with us on Sunday! https://t.co/tmrmGSR6aP pic.twitter.com/WOOgmHHIy5
— ventureoutdoors (@ventureoutdoors) November 14, 2017
It's almost that time of year again! WPXI's annual Holiday Parade will take place Nov. 25 starting at 9 a.m. on Liberty Avenue in Downtown Pittsburgh. Performers include Chris Jamison from "The Voice" and Jeff Jimerson, recording artist and Pittsburgh Penguin's national anthem singer and Mirror Image from season 12 of "America's Got Talent."
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