Hello Pittsburgh parents! Your weekend for February 28th and March 1st is packed with major theatre shows, fantastic animal encounters at the Aviary, and warm botanical escapes. Don't miss the final days for some great winter activities before spring officially hits!
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PSO in Libraries
Local Libraries
Free chamber music from the symphony musicians happening at a local branch this Saturday.
Orchid and Tropical Bonsai Show: Blooming with Love
Phipps Conservatory
Escape the cold in the beautiful, warm indoor gardens at Phipps all weekend long.
Read to Dream Experience
Not specified (Downtown)
A free, interactive storytelling session designed specifically for children aged birth to 10 on Saturday morning.
· February 28
4: Time to get pink! Head to the Aviary for Flamingo Fest where you can make fun crafts and learn all about the long-legged residents. This is a perfect indoor activity if the weather is chilly this weekend.It's an interactive wildlife experience perfect for getting out of the winter chill, and it's only running this weekend.
: The Pittsburgh Symphony's Fiddlesticks concert is rolling out music from across America, from Motown to jazz and blues. It’s a short morning concert perfect for younger attention spans.It's a professionally staged musical experience tailored specifically for young audiences, running Saturday morning.
: Escape the late-winter gloom in the warm, beautiful environment of Phipps Conservatory. This orchid and bonsai show is running all weekend long.Indoor botanical gardens are always a fantastic refuge in late February, and admission prices for kids are clearly listed.
FREE : The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra musicians perform free chamber concerts right in your local library branch this Saturday. Check local listings for the specific branch performance time closest to you.It’s a fantastic, free cultural event happening across various neighborhoods.
· March 1
3: Catch the final performance of Disney's classic musical revival, Beauty and the Beast! This is a big Broadway-style production perfect for a grand Sunday outing.This is the very last day (March 1st) to see this major production, making it a key limited-run event.
: The famous musical about the optimistic orphan, Annie, is closing its run this Sunday. If you missed it earlier in the run, grab tickets for the final performances.It's the closing day for this beloved musical revival, offering a great Sunday afternoon activity.
: The Carnegie Performing Arts Center is presenting the classic children's play, Sleeping Beauty, on Sunday afternoon. With a specific price point for children, this is geared directly toward families.This production is explicitly structured with child pricing and themes.
Also On· anytime this weekend
7: Dinosaur fans rejoice! Check out the miniature railroad display themed around the prehistoric age while you are visiting Phipps this weekend. It runs through Sunday.The dinosaur theme makes this a guaranteed hit for grade-school kids, and it's still running Sunday.
FREE : It's the last chance to take advantage of free admission for all kids under 18 at the Trolley Museum! Enjoy a ride on an antique trolley and explore the historic streetcars.This is the final Saturday of the month, meaning the final day for free admission for children.
: Bring your young ones for a short, engaging story session tied directly to the amazing exhibits at the Natural History Museum this Saturday morning. This is a great way to start your museum visit.It's a dedicated, brief morning story time perfectly suited for toddlers and preschoolers.
: Enjoy some classic winter fun by skating outdoors downtown, right through Sunday! It’s a great way to soak up the city views before the ice melts for the season.This is likely one of the final weekends for outdoor ice skating downtown before the season ends.
: Turn a downtown walk into an adventure with this scavenger hunt focused on Pittsburgh's history and architecture. Great for kids who need a mission while walking around the city.This offers an active, self-paced way to explore the city center this Saturday.
FREE : This free Saturday session is designed for young children (birth to 10) to explore reading through interactive storytelling and creative activities. A wonderful, calming morning option downtown.It's a focused, free event specifically for early literacy development on Saturday.
: If your child loves drama, check out the acting classes running Saturday afternoon at the South Park Theatre. A great two-hour workshop to explore creativity.It’s a specialized, interactive activity focused solely on kids' skills development this Saturday.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Pittsburgh this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 28-01) families can enjoy free kid admission (ages 0-17) on Saturday at the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum, plus the free PSO in Libraries concert series happening at various branches on Saturday.
What are the best theater options for kids this weekend?
You have two major musical closings: Disney's Beauty and the Beast at the Benedum Center and Annie at the Byham Theater, both wrapping up on Sunday, March 1st. For something smaller, check out Sleeping Beauty on Sunday afternoon at the Andrew Carnegie Music Hall.
Are there any good indoor nature/science activities?
Yes! Phipps Conservatory is hosting their Orchid and Tropical Bonsai Show, which is perfect for escaping the late-winter weather, and they also feature the Garden Railroad: The Age of Dinosaurs exhibit through Sunday.
