First Night

Creative Activities Bring the whole family for engaging activities all night!

Music Opening performance from this year's GBU Life SING-OFF winner.

Comedy Raucously funny duo comedy magic act.

Comedy Murder and blackmail are on the menu when six mysterious guests assemble at Boddy Manor for a night they’ll never forget!

Comedy Step up, stand out, and shine at Lip Sync Spectacular.

Family Fireworks & early NYE countdown for the whole family!

Dance & Theater An Evening of dance, desire and delight.

Visual Art Watch an ice sculpture come to life with snow-spraying chainsaws and power tools. Plus, ice souvenirs for kids!

Music Watch the top four band finalists go head-to-head until midnight!

Family Shop with local and international vendors for one-of-a-kind wares!

Visual Art In honor of the 45th anniversary of Pittsburgh’s Creative and Performing Arts School (CAPA), witness this exhibition of artwork recognizing the talents of CAPA faculty and alumni.

Film Join Betty Boop & Friends for a block of classic Fairy Tales on the big screen with brand new digital restorations from the legendary Fleischer Studios.

Visual Art Highmark Bright Blue Futures (un)Hungry Canstruction display.

Dance & Theater Dancers from the high-energy dance group will dazzle First Night attendees as they roam through the street in costume!

Music A thrilling mix of soul, groove, and vibrant pop-rock!

Family Stop by the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust's Community Engagement table for a free children's book giveaway!

Creative Activities Ring in the New Year with fun and festive face art for all ages!

Creative Activities Using robotic cars, kids will have the chance to program the robots to solve a maze.

Creative Activities Create your own fire starter with Scouting America!

Creative Activities Join Pittsburgh Center for Arts & Media and create a decorative ornament or necklace!

Comedy Do some O'Mazing tricks with the tallest clown around.

Creative Activities LEGO build activity for all ages!

Creative Activities Live sitting caricature drawing by the well-known Sam Thong & Vince Ornato!

Creative Activities Get creative with a New Year themed make-and-take craft for all ages!

Variety & Magic Complimentary tarot card readings by enchanting local tarot readers.

Creative Activities Get your own custom balloon from Mike Balloon Guy & Company!

Music Family fun DJ entertainment! Let's get this party started!

Dance & Theater Bringing the Rhythm and Spirit of Brazil to Pittsburgh!

Dance & Theater Bringing the Rhythm and Spirit of Brazil to Pittsburgh!

Music DJ Todd Griffin will be bringing the vibrant energy and music that will get you on your feet.

Dance & Theater Catch this stilt walker roaming the Cultural District!

Comedy A high-energy, immersive gameshow hosted by a despotic clown.

Family The Future of Pittsburgh Ball rising & fireworks sponsored by Visit PA.