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11 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend (1/25-1/27)

PITTSBURGH — Looking for something to do on a frigid January weekend in Western Pennsylvania? We've got 11 ideas for you right here!

Gallery Crawl in the Cultural District

Friday 5:30-10 p.m.

The gallery is a free, quarterly, multi-venue showcase of downtown’s dynamic art and entertainment scene. There will be dozens of galleries, stages, storefronts and more.

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Roberto Clemente Museum Open House

Friday 4-8 p.m., 3339 Penn Ave., Pittsburgh

The Clemente Museum is hosting its first open house of the year on Friday from 4-8 p.m. Visitors can explore the museum at their leisure without an appointment. Admission at the door is $10 per adult, $5 per child under 18, and $5 with a valid military or student ID.

January Food Truck Roundup

Sunday, 11:30 a.m.-4p.m., The Coffee Buddha, 964 Perry Highway, Ross Township

The longest-running food truck roundup returns with Pgh Taco Truck, Bull Dawgs, Hoshi Pgh, Billu’s Indian Grill on Wheels, Wood Stoked Oven, Lone Wolf Grill and more.

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Won’t You Be My Neighbor? Movies We Have To Talk About

Sunday 4-6:30 p.m., Jewish Community Center, 5738 Forbes Ave., Pittsburgh

Join with your Pittsburgh neighbors -- and Mr. Rogers' widow JoAnne -- at the JCC for a movie, conversation and Zeke’s Coffee Bar.

Orchid and Tropical Bonsai Show: Eye Candy

Various times, Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens

Phipps is newly transformed with beautiful candy-striped orchids, orchids in the shape of oversized lollipops, confectionery-scented varieties and more, with over 1,000 spectacular blooms to enjoy.

Cool Down for Warmth 2019

Various times, Market Square

A massive ice house will be constructed in Market Square. The goal of the event is to build awareness for the many families who will go without heat during the harsh winter months, while attempting to raise money for utility assistance grants.

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Wizard of Oz 80th Anniversary

Sunday 2-4 p.m., South Side Works Cinemas

A special 80th anniversary event is coming to SouthSide Works with two screenings of the iconic "The Wizard of Oz."

PiratesFest

Saturday, noon-5 p.m., PNC Park

Come to kick off the 2019 season with the Buccos! Events include appearances by Corey Dickerson, Jameson Taillon, Josh Bell, Starling Marte and more; free autograph sessions for kids; photo opportunities in the dugout; the Pirate Parrot and the Racing Pierogies; National Anthem auditions; and more! Every attendee gets a free calendar.

'Free Solo'

Various times, Carnegie Science Center Rangos Giant Cinema

Just nominated for an Academy Award for Best Feature Documentary, this is a stunning, intimate and unflinching portrait of climber Alex Honnold as he prepares to achieve his lifelong dream: climbing the face of the world’s most famous rock – the 3,000-foot El Capitan in Yosemite National Park – without a rope.

Butler County Wine Festival

All day Saturday, Butler Days Inn, 139 Pittsburgh Rd.

The 13th Annual Butler County Wine Festival features11 Pennsylvania wineries, high-end merchandise vendors, refreshments, basket raffle and more  in the Crystal and Terrace rooms of the Butler Days Inn.

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  • 5 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
  • 6 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
  • 11 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.

Sunday:

  • 5 a.m. – 9 a.m.
  • 6 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
  • 11 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.
 

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