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Best waterfalls around Pittsburgh

Cool off with these scenic waterfalls, from Shaler to Ohiopyle.

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It&#x27;s the season to chase some waterfalls.The intrigue: Pittsburgh is overrun with streams, creeks and rivers, and several of them drain into waterfalls you can visit with relative ease.

Vote for Pittsburgh's best pizzeria

Help decide which local pizzeria advances in our reader tournament.

Food and Drink

Update: Fiori&#x27;s Pizzaria earned Axios Pittsburgh readers&#x27; vote as the region&#x27;s top pizza spot! <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Read more here" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/pittsburgh/2026/07/10/fioris-wins-best-pittsburgh-pizza" data-vars-content-id="3fce294d-3957-4461-aab2-193f68e5dfdd" data-vars-headline="Vote for Pittsburgh&#x27;s best pizzeria" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/pittsburgh/2026/07/10/fioris-wins-best-pittsburgh-pizza" target="_self">Read more here</a>.Every community in Southwestern Pennsylvania seemingly has a favorite <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="pizza place" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/pittsburgh/2025/12/09/pizza-shack-brentwood-pittsburgh-style-pizza" data-vars-content-id="3fce294d-3957-4461-aab2-193f68e5dfdd" data-vars-headline="Vote for Pittsburgh&#x27;s best pizzeria" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/pittsburgh/2025/12/09/pizza-shack-brentwood-pittsburgh-style-pizza" target="_self">pizza place</a>, but which one is the best?Why it matters: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Pizza beefs are legendary" data-vars-click-url="https://www.pittsburghmagazine.com/pittsburgh-pizza-debate-the-aiellos-vs-mineos-rivalry-expands-to-the-suburbs/" data-vars-content-id="3fce294d-3957-4461-aab2-193f68e5dfdd" data-vars-headline="Vote for Pittsburgh&#x27;s best pizzeria" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.pittsburghmagazine.com/pittsburgh-pizza-debate-the-aiellos-vs-mineos-rivalry-expands-to-the-suburbs/" target="_blank">Pizza beefs are legendary</a> in Pittsburgh, and it&#x27;s time to help squash — or perpetuate — them with a public vote.

Pittsburgh group joins national push to fight loneliness

Pittsburgh Social Health will become the Pittsburgh Chamber of Connection.

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An organization dedicated to building community in Pittsburgh is joining a national effort to make social connection a civic priority.Why it matters: Pittsburgh is a city of <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="neighborhoods" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/pittsburgh/2026/06/29/pittsburgh-pennsylvania-municipal-mergers-explained" data-vars-content-id="98cf9b24-c344-4962-ab87-63ee46310da6" data-vars-headline="Pittsburgh group joins national push to fight loneliness" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/pittsburgh/2026/06/29/pittsburgh-pennsylvania-municipal-mergers-explained" target="_self">neighborhoods</a>, deep-rooted social circles and a reputation for not crossing rivers, making it difficult for newcomers and longtime residents alike to foster new relationships.

Mic Drop to bring live music, karaoke to North Shore

A new nightlife venue will feature live music, karaoke and dueling pianos near PNC Park.

A new entertainment venue, Mic Drop, is coming to the North Shore with a lineup of live music, karaoke and dueling pianos.Why it matters: The space is the latest addition to <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Legacy Hospitality Partners&#x27;" data-vars-click-url="https://www.legacyhospitalitypartners.com/" data-vars-content-id="9e831776-07ae-40e4-a8de-25404b9bc5b9" data-vars-headline="Mic Drop to bring live music, karaoke to North Shore" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.legacyhospitalitypartners.com/" target="_blank">Legacy Hospitality Partners&#x27;</a> fast-growing North Shore portfolio and citywide <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="real estate" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/pittsburgh/2026/06/30/new-owners-eye-housing-at-smithfield-building" data-vars-content-id="9e831776-07ae-40e4-a8de-25404b9bc5b9" data-vars-headline="Mic Drop to bring live music, karaoke to North Shore" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/pittsburgh/2026/06/30/new-owners-eye-housing-at-smithfield-building" target="_self">real estate</a> investments.

Road closures for America250PA concert at Point

Several roads near Point State Park will close before Saturday's show.

Point State Park&#x27;s free concert this weekend is bringing fun and a bit of disruption.Why it matters: For those attending and driving nearby, the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Nelly and Third Eye Blind show" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/pittsburgh/2026/04/09/third-eye-blind-nelly-pittsburgh-concert-free" data-vars-content-id="daac8354-0940-4ef0-979f-d7322ca99a01" data-vars-headline="Road closures for America250PA concert at Point" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/pittsburgh/2026/04/09/third-eye-blind-nelly-pittsburgh-concert-free" target="_self">Nelly and Third Eye Blind show</a> has several road closures to navigate.

The Clarks perform inside mayor's office

The local alt-rock band marked its 40th anniversary with a special performance.

<figure><img alt="The Clarks performing on acoustic guitars in a large office with red, yellow, blue, and green lights flashing in the background. " height="450" id="e64f9dea-75db-45b7-9e04-beea8f7dffee" src="https://images.axios.com/fYytWsLkATNNxObdcfcCaOayPWs=/2026/06/10/1781116056949.gif" width="800"/><figcaption>The Clarks rocked the mayor&#x27;s office. GIF: Ryan Deto/Axios</figcaption></figure>Local alt-rock legends <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="The Clarks" data-vars-click-url="https://clarksonline.com/" data-vars-content-id="23732a72-b2ca-4157-9509-dcbd3a2817ac" data-vars-headline="The Clarks perform inside mayor&#x27;s office" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://clarksonline.com/" target="_blank">The Clarks</a> performed the first-ever concert in the Pittsburgh Mayor&#x27;s office Wednesday.The intrigue: Mayor Corey O&#x27;Connor declared it &quot;The Clarks Day&quot; for the band&#x27;s 40th anniversary.

Third Eye Blind, Nelly to headline free Point State Park show

The show caps a statewide concert series marking America's 250th.

Third Eye Blind and Nelly will headline a free summer concert at Point State Park on June 27, closing out the five-stop <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="America250PA Commonwealth Concert Series" data-vars-click-url="https://www.america250pa.org/Signature_Events" data-vars-content-id="1e99e61a-08c7-472d-af67-0d71eb8e3516" data-vars-headline="Third Eye Blind, Nelly to headline free Point State Park show" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.america250pa.org/Signature_Events" target="_blank">America250PA Commonwealth Concert Series</a>.The big picture: The series joins a packed summer lineup of major events, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="headline acts" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/pittsburgh/2026/03/26/nelly-2-chainz-to-headline-north-shore-plaza-shows" data-vars-content-id="1e99e61a-08c7-472d-af67-0d71eb8e3516" data-vars-headline="Third Eye Blind, Nelly to headline free Point State Park show" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/pittsburgh/2026/03/26/nelly-2-chainz-to-headline-north-shore-plaza-shows" target="_self">headline acts</a> and other <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="free shows" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/pittsburgh/2026/04/02/nfl-draft-concerts-wiz-khalifa-kane-brown-pittsburgh" data-vars-content-id="1e99e61a-08c7-472d-af67-0d71eb8e3516" data-vars-headline="Third Eye Blind, Nelly to headline free Point State Park show" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/pittsburgh/2026/04/02/nfl-draft-concerts-wiz-khalifa-kane-brown-pittsburgh" target="_self">free shows</a> in the city.

Wiz Khalifa, Kane Brown to headline free NFL Draft shows

Free concerts at the NFL Draft will feature major stars over three days.

Music

Wiz Khalifa, Bret Michaels, and Kane Brown will headline a slate of free <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="concerts" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/pittsburgh/2026/03/26/nelly-2-chainz-to-headline-north-shore-plaza-shows" data-vars-content-id="7ebb08ac-8cfa-48f3-9963-5b2d6e9221f8" data-vars-headline="Wiz Khalifa, Kane Brown to headline free NFL Draft shows" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/pittsburgh/2026/03/26/nelly-2-chainz-to-headline-north-shore-plaza-shows" target="_self">concerts</a> for fans outside Acrisure Stadium during the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="NFL Draft" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/pittsburgh/2026/03/25/nfl-draft-pittsburgh-transportation-tips-road-closures-parking" data-vars-content-id="7ebb08ac-8cfa-48f3-9963-5b2d6e9221f8" data-vars-headline="Wiz Khalifa, Kane Brown to headline free NFL Draft shows" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/pittsburgh/2026/03/25/nfl-draft-pittsburgh-transportation-tips-road-closures-parking" target="_self">NFL Draft</a>.Why it matters: One of football&#x27;s biggest events is a national showcase for its host city, and Pittsburgh&#x27;s entertainment lineup leans on local roots.

Nelly, 2 Chainz to headline North Shore plaza shows

Nelly, 2 Chainz, and DJ Steve Aoki will perform at the newly unveiled <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Plaza at North Shore" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/pittsburgh/2026/03/19/north-shore-plaza-opens-pnc-park" data-vars-content-id="8b929187-17e2-4bdc-9e4f-96b52248176e" data-vars-headline="Nelly, 2 Chainz to headline North Shore plaza shows" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/pittsburgh/2026/03/19/north-shore-plaza-opens-pnc-park" target="_self">Plaza at North Shore</a> during the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh.Why it matters: The headliners will kick off programming at the highly anticipated plaza near PNC Park as the city takes center stage for one of football&#x27;s biggest events.

Wiz Khalifa to open shows at newest music venue

The hometown rapper will headline the first show at the Lower Hill venue.

Pittsburgh&#x27;s newest entertainment venue will host one of the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="region&#x27;s most famous native sons" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/pittsburgh/2025/10/03/pittsburgh-michael-keaton-greatest-living-celebrity" data-vars-content-id="2242ec46-eba4-4400-af09-736584b26b62" data-vars-headline="Wiz Khalifa to open shows at newest music venue" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/pittsburgh/2025/10/03/pittsburgh-michael-keaton-greatest-living-celebrity" target="_self">region&#x27;s most famous native sons</a> — Wiz Khalifa — as its first actWhy it matters: Citizens Live at the Wylie is the first large entertainment venue to open in Pittsburgh since 2010 when Stage AE opened, and it&#x27;s looking to start its run with a bang.

Millvale Music Festival returns with 300 acts

The two-day event will fill 28 stages with music, art and food in mid-May.

Pittsburgh&#x27;s first big music festival this year is set to take the stage in about two months. 🎸 The intrigue: The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Millvale Music Festival" data-vars-click-url="https://www.millvalemusic.org/" data-vars-content-id="f6769019-4070-429a-88f9-a0e7d2dfd5a9" data-vars-headline="Millvale Music Festival returns with 300 acts" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.millvalemusic.org/" target="_blank">Millvale Music Festival</a> this week announced its lineup of over 300 musical acts that will take over the riverfront borough May 15-16. 🪩 Context: The two-day music fest closes off several of Millvale&#x27;s streets and 28 stages take over the town&#x27;s community centers, breweries, bars and outdoor spaces.<ul><li>It kicks off the region&#x27;s warm weather festival season. </li></ul>🥁 Zoom in: Local acts fill the lineup, including <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Liz Berlin of Rusted Root fame" data-vars-click-url="https://www.pghcitypaper.com/arts-entertainment-2/music/print-from-the-past-for-mr-smalls-early-struggles-fueled-todays-success/" data-vars-content-id="f6769019-4070-429a-88f9-a0e7d2dfd5a9" data-vars-headline="Millvale Music Festival returns with 300 acts" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.pghcitypaper.com/arts-entertainment-2/music/print-from-the-past-for-mr-smalls-early-struggles-fueled-todays-success/" target="_blank">Liz Berlin of Rusted Root fame</a>, and scores of others spanning nearly every genre. <ul><li>Dozens of visual artists, spoken-word performers and comedians will also perform. </li></ul>🍺 Dig in: Food trucks and vendors are located in nearly every nook and cranny of the festival. 📱 Check out the festival&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="social media" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/p/DVo0P6cD0Ad/" data-vars-content-id="f6769019-4070-429a-88f9-a0e7d2dfd5a9" data-vars-headline="Millvale Music Festival returns with 300 acts" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DVo0P6cD0Ad/" target="_blank">social media</a> pages for the full lineup and updates.

Pa. joins push to reject Live Nation settlement

Pennsylvania's Republican attorney general, Dave Sunday, is among a coalition of state law enforcement officials refusing to sign the settlement.

The U.S. Justice Department hailed a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="tentative settlement" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/03/09/live-nation-ticketmaster-doj-settlement" data-vars-content-id="5213b8c0-84f9-440c-b4aa-1b6a96adc620" data-vars-headline="Pa. joins push to reject Live Nation settlement" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/03/09/live-nation-ticketmaster-doj-settlement" target="_self">tentative settlement</a> in its antitrust case against Live Nation and Ticketmaster as a win for consumers, but Pennsylvania and two dozen other states say the legal battle isn&#x27;t over.Why it matters: Pennsylvania&#x27;s Republican attorney general, Dave Sunday, is among a coalition of state law enforcement officials refusing to sign the settlement — arguing it shortchanges consumers.

Best record stores in Pittsburgh

From Squirrel Hill to Millvale, these indie shops keep the vinyl revival alive.

Turn up the turntable!Why it matters: Vinyl fever is spinning fast across the nation, making affordable records harder to find.

Pittsburgh's biggest concerts in 2026

From big arena shows to indie acts, here's who's playing Pittsburgh in 2026.

From major headliners to local acts, here&#x27;s your quick guide to Pittsburgh&#x27;s biggest concerts in 2026.We&#x27;ll update it as new shows are announced.