May 12, 2026 - Things to Do
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Market Square's pop-up roller rink packed Downtown with skaters of every age and ability during its debut weekend.
How it works: Buy tickets in advance — $17 for a 75-minute session. The price includes skate rentals, or you're welcome to bring your own skates or blades.
- Sessions may be delayed or canceled due to weather. Check the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership website or your email for updates before heading out.
Pro tip: Don't miss the themed skate nights. Last weekend was '90s throwback hits, Thursday is country night, Friday-Saturday is disco weekend, and May 22–23 is all about girly pop.
- Tonight is paint, sip and skate night.
Zoom in: There's a full-service pop-up bar for skaters and spectators with specialty cocktails, beer and wine.
- Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult while skating. A temporary city policy also requires minors entering Market Square to be with a chaperone at least 21 years old Thursday-Sunday, 3pm-12am.
If you go: Skate the Square runs through May 25.
- Monday–Wednesday 4pm–10pm; Thursday 11am–2pm and 4pm–10pm; Friday 4pm–10pm; Saturday–Sunday noon–10pm.