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Meet others in your local area that are interested in attending, discussing, learning more about the local cultural arts scene. All art forms and art enthusiasts welcome. Share your interests in art, music, film, dance, theater, etc. with others. Have fun and meet new people who share an appreciation and enjoyment of the arts! Our meetups offer a chance to get out into the community, relax, socialize and enjoy activities such as: Movies, Symphony, Concerts, Museums, Plays, Bands, Comedy, and FUN!
Upcoming events
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Carnegie International at Carnegie Museums plus Phipps, LACC Costa Rica Exhibit
Carnegie Museum of Art, 4400 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, Pittsburgh, PA, USThis event brings new people together and incorporates flexibility tailored to the interests of the group.
This event begins at Café Carnegie (inside Carnegie Museum of Art) so people can socialize and get coffee/tea/drink or quick lunch. Please note that Café Carnegie does not require museum admission which makes it particularly suitable as we plan the rest of the afternoon.
After we're done meeting/eating at Café Carnegie, we'll gauge of the interests of everyone and possibility of smaller groups (perhaps 5-15+ people) exploring the following options.
Option A -- Spend the afternoon inside the many galleries and exhibits of the Carnegie Museum of Art and Carnegie Museum of Natural History Of note is that there will be a docent led tour at 1 PM for the Carnegie Museum of Art.
The incredible 59th Carnegie International is on display from May 2, 2026 to January 3, 2027. Organized every four years by Carnegie Museum of Art, the Carnegie International is the longest-running exhibition of international art in North America. Titled "If the word we" the 59th Carnegie International considers the first-person plural as an open and evolving proposition—one shaped by listening, translation, and transformation—bringing together artistic practices that engage shared experience, circulation, and worlds in transition. Encompassing a wide range of media, from painting, photography, and sculpture, to installation, video, performance, and theater, participating artists traverse cultural, political, intellectual, and spiritual geographies that extend beyond national boundaries. The projects emerge through everyday acts, materials, and environments, offering spatially expansive portraits of collective life in the present.
In addition, we expect everyone will get into Carnegie Museums for free based on those in the group that already have Carnegie Museums memberships that allow them to bring guests. In addition, people can reserve free admission using their RADPass.
Option B -- Walk over to Phipps to check out the new Tropical Forest Panama exhibit -- as well as the Summer Flower Show: Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland on display May 16 through September 27. Although advanced timed tickets are required, we expect timed tickets will be available at the door. Several people may be able to get into Phipps for free as the guests of Phipps members.
Option C -- Walk over to check out the Latin American Cultural Center (LACC) permanent exhibit and special exhibit Costa Rica: Between Oceans and Continents on display through June 28, 2026. Admission is $12 Adult, $6 Youth/Students, and free for Latin American Cultural Center (LACC) members.
Option D -- People can discuss if they'd to have lunch or dinner at a nearby restaurant such as The Porch in Schenley Plaza or one of the many restaurants along Craig Street, Forbes Avenue, etc.
Parking The Carnegie Museum has plenty of parking which is conveniently located near the museum entrance at the corner of Forbes Ave & S. Craig Street. Here is a link with more info about parking and directions http://cmoa.org/visit/directions-maps-parking/
Stay Tuned for updates!
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Three Rivers Arts Festival (during June 5-7 & 11-14)
Cultural District, Pittsburgh, PA, USThe 67th annual Three Rivers Arts Festival takes place during June 5-7 & 11-14 featuring hundreds of visual artists, musicians, live theatre, dance performances, film, etc. over a ten-day period at numerous locations throughout the Cultural District, including the new Arts Landing outdoor civic space created by the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust.
With over 65 hours of programming and a variety of activities for people of all ages, there is something for everyone to enjoy at the Three Rivers Arts Festival.
Meetup Considerations While this is a general posting for the entire festival, we'll also organize some specific Meetup events to check out artist booths, galleries, public art, free concerts, films, etc.
Because people have different schedules, they will naturally arrive and leave at different times throughout the festival. It is not realistic to post comments asking where other people in the group are and expecting a timely response. Many people are there to enjoy the festival without feeling the need to constantly check their cell phones. Most people are simply happy enough to say hi to whoever they already know -- and happen to run into -- as they walk around the festival.
Please be mindful that whenever gathering times/locations are provided for Meetup events, there is always a tradeoff as to how long people that show up 'on time' should be expected to 'wait around' for others that may or may not show up at a given time.
Please note that at any given time during the festival, there could be anywhere from 0-30+ people from Meetup enjoying the festivities although they'll be dispersed among thousands of people. Thus, you'll run into more Meetup members by walking around.
For the complete schedule of this year's Three Rivers Arts Festival along with maps, history, and more info, please visit https://traf.trustarts.org/
Of course, as always, it is also fine if you prefer to attend the festival on your own with family/friends.
Parking Here is the ParkPGH website with real-time info on downtown parking garage availability where you can also download apps, get garage availability via text messaging, etc. You can also call 412-423-8980.
Weather While many joke about the association of rain with the Three Rivers Arts Festival, please note that in any 10-day period throughout the year, odds are at least a few days will have some precipitation. But in case of bad weather, we'll let people know if any outdoor festival concerts may be cancelled. In any case, the Three Rivers Arts Festival includes numerous indoor activities such as art galleries, movies, etc.
Stay tuned for updates!
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Spin Doctors & Day 1 of Three Rivers Arts Festival
Arts Landing, 800 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, USThe Spin Doctors will perform at 7:30 PM in the new Arts Landing outdoor civic space on Day 1 of the 67th annual Three Rivers Arts Festival
Other June 5th bands include Eagleburger Band (12-1 PM), Elliot Pullen and the Pearl Snaps (1-2 PM),
Appalachian Honey (2-3 PM), Natalie Rogers (3-4 PM), Sunset Drive (4-5 PM), J. Roger Davis (5-6 PM), and Broom (6-7 PM).For the complete schedule of this year's Three Rivers Arts Festival along with maps, history, and more info, please visit https://traf.trustarts.org/
Meetup Considerations
We encourage everyone to arrive early to check out Three Rivers Arts Festival, including several indoor galleries and outdoor artist market.Stay tuned for updates on gathering time/location to check out Day 1 of the Three Rivers Arts Festival before the 7:30 PM Spin Doctors concert.
Please be mindful that whenever gathering times are provided for Meetup events, there is a tradeoff as to how long people that show up 'on time' should be expected to 'wait around' for others that may or may not show up at a given time. It is not realistic to post comments asking where other people in the group are and expecting a timely response. Many people enjoy the festival without feeling the need to constantly check their cell phones. Most people are simply happy enough to say hi to whoever they already know -- and happen to run into -- as they walk around the festival.
At any given time during the festival, there could be anywhere from 0-30+ people from Meetup dispersed among thousands of people. Thus, you'll run into more Meetup members by walking around.
As always, it's fine if you prefer to attend the concert and festival on your own with family/friends.
Parking Here is the ParkPGH website with real-time info on downtown parking garage availability where you can also download apps, get garage availability via text messaging, etc. You can also call 412-423-8980.
Stay tuned for updates!
17 attendees
Joan Osbourne & Last Day of Three Rivers Arts Festival
Arts Landing, 800 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, USJoan Osborne will perform at 7:30 PM in the new Arts Landing outdoor civic space on the last
day 1 of the 67th annual Three Rivers Arts FestivalOther June 14th bands include Moose Lodge Revival (12-1 PM), The Squirrel Hillbillies (1-2 PM), Aristotle Jones (2-3 PM), Kiley Maeve (3-4 PM), Zoe Jean Fowler (4-5 PM),
Susanna Laird (5-6 PM), and Bre Short (6-7 PM).For the complete schedule of this year's Three Rivers Arts Festival along with maps, history, and more info, please visit https://traf.trustarts.org/
Meetup Considerations
We encourage everyone to arrive early to check out Three Rivers Arts Festival, including several indoor galleries and outdoor artist market.Stay tuned for updates on gathering time/location to check out the last day of the Three Rivers Arts Festival before the 7:30 PM Joan Osbourne concert.
Please be mindful that whenever gathering times are provided for Meetup events, there is a tradeoff as to how long people that show up 'on time' should be expected to 'wait around' for others that may or may not show up at a given time. It is not realistic to post comments asking where other people in the group are and expecting a timely response. Many people enjoy the festival without feeling the need to constantly check their cell phones. Most people are simply happy enough to say hi to whoever they already know -- and happen to run into -- as they walk around the festival.
At any given time during the festival, there could be anywhere from 0-30+ people from Meetup dispersed among thousands of people. Thus, you'll run into more Meetup members by walking around.
As always, it's fine if you prefer to attend the concert and festival on your own with family/friends.
Parking Here is the ParkPGH website with real-time info on downtown parking garage availability where you can also download apps, get garage availability via text messaging, etc. You can also call 412-423-8980.
Stay tuned for updates!
12 attendees
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