Events in Pittsburgh in August 2026
Pittsburgh has 12 sourced events in August 2026. Compare dates, venues, and ticket sources below, then build the rest of your trip around the events you choose.
The Pittsburgh calendar for August 2026 leads with these:
- Jay PharoahAug 1Pittsburgh Improv · Source: Ticketmaster
- The Black Keys with Eddie 9VAug 2Stage AE · Source: SeatGeek
- The Black KeysAug 2Stage AE · Source: Ticketmaster
By TripSapien Research · Updated May 20, 2026
Sourced events
- Aug 4
Digable Planets Blowout Comb 30th Anniversary Tour
Mr Smalls Theatre. Music · Hip-Hop/Rap.
$59 - $111
Source: Ticketmaster
- Aug 5
Almost Exactly Like Julia w/ Allison Phillips & Amelia Seven
Club Cafe. Music · Other.
From $12
Source: Ticketmaster
- Aug 6 - Aug 8
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- Aug 9
American Football With Afternoon Bike Ride
Roxian Theatre Presented By Citizens. Music · Rock.
Source: Ticketmaster
- Aug 10 - Aug 16
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Planning leads
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- Aug 1 - Aug 9
Three Rivers Arts Festival
An annual arts festival featuring visual art, music, dance, and food along Pittsburgh's riverfront.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
- Aug 14 - Aug 16
Pittsburgh JazzLive International Festival
A three-day jazz festival showcasing local and international jazz artists at various venues in Pittsburgh.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
- Aug 22 - Aug 23
Pittsburgh Dragon Boat Festival
A community festival featuring dragon boat races on the Allegheny River, cultural performances, and food vendors.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
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