PITTSBURGH — Looking for something to do this weekend in western Pennsylvania? We've got 11 ideas for you right here!
Zombies of the Corn
Zombies are coming, and you can help stop the horde! It's not real zombies, but here's the idea anyhow: You and your friends (survivors) load up paintball guns, and try to stop the zombie invasion! There's a lot to enjoy, and is a good scare for the whole family. You can learn more at zombiesofthecorn.com.
Living Dead Weekend
All weekend
Evans City
Celebrate Evans City's heritage in popular culture as the home of George A. Romero's Night Of The Living Dead. It's a reunion and festival in the place it was filmed with the people who helped make it. This year also celebrates Romero's 1973 film, THE CRAZIES, which is both filmed and set in Evans City, PA! Celebrities will also be in attendance, and you can find out who's going to be there by clicking this link.
Greensburg Craft Beer Week
Seasonal beer is taking the region by storm, and local breweries are serving up their best during Greensburg Craft Beer Week. There is music, food, and of course, craft brews from your favorite breweries. The event runs through Saturday at multiple locations. Find a full schedule of events by clicking here.
>>Want to get the lowdown on this event and more? Download the WPXI Now App for Roku, Apple TV and Amazon Fire stick for a full breakdown from Jennifer Tomazic.
Pirates, Penguins, Riverhounds, Panthers
It's a weekend of sports in Pittsburgh! The Pirates host the Reds at PNC Park all weekend long. Get your tickets as the team wraps up the season
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. Also, hockey is back, with the Penguins hosting the Buffalo Sabres at PPG Paints Arena Saturday at 4 PM. Tickets to that preseason matchup can be found by clicking
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. Meantime, the Riverhounds SC is taking the pitch at 7 PM on Saturday, hosting the
Toby Keith
One of the biggest names in country music is coming to Pittsburgh this weekend. Toby Keith will be making a stop at Highmark Stadium on Friday night, and will be performing your favorite songs. It's all part of his "That's Country Bro!" tour. Tickets are still available, but they're going fast! Find yours by clicking here.
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Jazz and Poetry
If country music isn't your thing, you can always check out the sweet sounds of jazz at City of Asylum. This weekend's event will feature musicians, and poets reading some of their work. It's a night full of events, so go to alphabetcity.org to learn more.
BBQ and Chili Cookoff and Blues Fest
Few things welcome Fall like a good bowl of chili, unless of course, it's chili and BBQ! Hopewell Community Park will host its BBQ and Chili Cookoff and Blues Fest this weekend, and you're invited!
>>Download the FREE Severe Weather Team 11 app to get the latest forecast as you head to the festival.
Glass and Ethnic Festival
Another festival is coming your way, in the Glass and Ethnic Festival in Mount Pleasant. It's a free event featuring g
The Great Race
Lace up those running shoes, and get ready for the Great Race happening in downtown Pittsburgh on Saturday and Sunday. There are 5K races, 10K races, as well as toddler trots, and one mile fun runs for the kids. Registration is required, and you can sign up here.
>>Want to get the lowdown on this event and more? Download the WPXI Now App for Roku, Apple TV and Amazon Fire stick for a full breakdown from Jennifer Tomazic.
Barktoberfest Wags & Whiskey
The Lion King
If you haven't seen the award-winning Disney musical The Lion King, you're running out of time. The Benedum Center hosts the iconic performance for the final time this weekend. The show features incredible costumes, and of course, the songs you know and love. Tickets are going fast, but you can get yours here.
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Saturday:
- 5 a.m. - 7 a.m.
- 8:30 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 at 11 will start after Sunday Night Football