Happy Tuesday! This past weekend, we took a hike in McConnells Mill State Park for the first time. If you’ve never been, I highly recommend it! The landscape was gorgeous with rock formations that were super unique. We’re putting it on the list to visit again in the fall once the leaves start to turn.

Guide to Picklesburgh 2026

If you were to ask me my favorite holidays, I’d say Christmas, Halloween, Picklesburgh. With it expanding this year, I feel like it’s safe to call it a Pittsburgh holiday at this point. I also just learned that its been rated the #1 Specialty Food Festival in the US 4 times by USA Today. So now I really feel justified calling it a Pittsburgh holiday. I’ll get Corey O’Connor on the phone to make it happen! Alright, I had my fun; here’s the rundown:

The Deets

Dates - July 16-19

Time - Noon to 10 pm every day except Sunday, when it closes at 6 pm

Last year, it was expanded to celebrate the 10th anniversary. This year, they’ve taken it a step further by keeping the same footprint as last year AND adding Market Square and Arts Landing. It’s safe to say you need the whole weekend to see it all.

If you can take the T, I highly recommend it. Parking is a beast. But if you’re not able to take the T, use this real-time parking map to see what’s available.

Check out the festival map to get a lay of the land.

Vendors

See a full description of every vendor here.

Experiences

Live Music @ Arts Landing

Pickleball Tournaments & Clinics

Mechanical Pickle Ride

Dill-Cathlon Games

Li’l Gherkins KidsPlay Activity Area

Trivia

How many people attended Picklesburgh last year?

Poll

Last Week’s Answer: 1877

On The Market

I try not only to pick expensive houses because it feels a little like cheating. Of course they’ll have great architecture or cool features. So to pick one, it really needs to stand out. This kitchen stands OUT. A little breakfast nook on one side, the kitchen, and then an informal seating area at the end. All lined with skylights and a ton of windows. It’s a natural light lover’s dream!

See the listing here.

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This Week’s Happenings

🆓 = free event
💲 = paid event

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Tuesday, July 14th

🆓 Waterfront Car Cruise - There will be cars of all kinds, vintage, hot rods, modern marvels, you name it. 4 pm at 560 E Waterfront Dr. See more.

🆓 Jazz Live - This Tuesday is Tubby Daniels. 5 pm at Arts Landing. More info.

🆓 Sewickley Stampede & Roundup - Stroll through downtown Sewickley to see vintage and exotic cars. 5:30 pm. Learn more.

Wednesday, July 15th

🆓 Downtown Car Display - Sneak out for a long lunch break to check out some beautiful cars. 11 am to 2 pm at PPG Place. Details.

🆓 Tune-Up Party - Hundreds of cars on site to prepare for the race and car show later in the weekend. 6 pm at SouthSide Works. More info.

Thursday, July 16th

🆓 Picklesburgh - Pickle candy, pickle drinks, pickle snacks, pickle desserts. All things pickle! It all kicks off Thursday at 12 pm, running through Sunday. Each day opens at noon. More info.

🆓 Zelienople Horse Trading Days - See live music, horse parades, and support local vendors. Starting at 2 pm on the 16th, it runs all weekend. Learn more.

💲Whose Brine Is It Anyway? - Improv mixed with pickle puns is the perfect lead in to Picklesburgh. The show runs through Saturday. The first showtime is 8 pm on Thursday at Arcade Comedy Theater. Buy tickets.

Friday, July 17th

💲Wildflower Festival - Bring your own cutters, bucket, and water to pick your own colorful wildflowers at Freedom Farms. They’ll have local vendors on site as well. It starts Friday at 4 pm and runs all weekend. Check it out.

🆓 Pints in the Park - Live music, local vendors, activities, food trucks, and of course, beer! 5 pm at Hampton Community Center. See the lineup.

💲America’s Mile - Pittsburgh’s shortest race is back! Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a sprinter, or a hobbyist, there’s a heat for you. It all starts at 6:30 pm at 810 River Ave. See details/register.

💲Mötley Crüe w/ Tesla and Extreme Burgettstown - 6:30 pm at The Pavilion at Star Lake. Buy tickets.

🆓 Summer Concert Series: Orleans - They’ll have local food trucks on site along with Black Dog Winery and Hop Farm Brewing Company. 7:30 pm at South Park Amphitheater. More info.

Saturday, July 18th

💲Schenley Park Car Show & Races - Race weekend kicks off at 8 am at Schenley Park. Races will be on Saturday and Sunday. There will be over 3,000 cars on display. Get tickets.

🆓 I Made It! Market - Support local makers and artists and their handmade goods. 11 am under the bridge at The Waterfront. See more.

💲Wine and Spirits Festival - Try out wines and spirits from some of the best local wineries and distilleries. Food trucks will be on site as well. 2 sessions available starting at 2 pm at Hartwood Acres Park. Get tickets.

💲Tim McGraw - Live in concert at The Pavilion at Star Lake at 7 pm. Buy tickets.

Sunday, July 19th

💲Schenley Park Race Day - The races continue at 9 am through the afternoon. Schenley Park. Get tickets.

🆓 World Cup Fan Zone - Catch the World Cup Final at Acrisure with a watch party inside the stadium. Festivities start at 2 pm with kickoff at 3 pm. More info.

Monday, July 20th

🆓 Robinson Farmers Market - Get local produce and support local makers. 3 pm to 7 pm at Holy Trinity in Robinson. See more.

💲Ink and Wash Workshop (Tuesday July 21st) - I mentioned Elisabeth Ridenour a couple weeks ago and her art classes. She’s doing one for ink and wash on the 21st. I put it here because the deadline to register is Monday, the 20th so make sure to sign up if you’re interested! Sign up.

Remember to tag us @steelcityledger on Instagram if you check out any of these events!

Alta Via Pizzeria Blueberry Gelato & Limoncello Sorbet - Try one flavor or make it a gourmet sundae with candied lemon and blueberries.

Mancini’s Pierogi Roll with Pickles - They teamed up with Helen at Pierogies Plus for a special Picklesburgh menu item.

Taste of Picklesburgh - 15 local restaurants are participating in Taste of Picklesburgh for special pickle-themed menu items running through the 19th. These are not menu items at Picklesburgh, but actually at their restaurant locations.

The Photo Desk

Everyone always talks about a California sunset. I don’t think they’ve ever seen a Pittsburgh sunset. The colors are insane.

📸 u/hot-refrigerator-393 from Reddit

Community Bulletin

Crowdfunding the Pirates

An Instagram account called MLB Hall of Good started a plan to buy the Pirates via crowdfunding. If every one of their current 265,000 followers all chipped in $4,980, we could buy the Pirates. Is this likely to happen? No. Am I going to follow along for the ride? Heck yes. Throw them a follow so you can pitch in if it happens.

Steepest Street in the Continental US

The 412 got some love this past weekend by National Geographic. They featured Canton Avenue in Beechview as the steepest street in the continental US as part of America’s 250th anniversary. I’ve driven this street once and my Honda felt like it was struggling. I don’t know how those bicyclists were doing it. If you live on or near this street, I pray for you.

Science of Speed at Kamin Science Center

If you love indoor go-kart racing, this one is for you. Kamin Science Center is opening up its Science of Speed exhibit on August 1st. On top of the racetrack, they’ll have racing simulators, an interactive exhibit on the physics of speed, and a themed lounge to eat/drink after your fun.

Would you chip in to buy the Pirates?

The Cat Report

Spike from Nose 2 Tail Cat Rescue

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Its time for Spike to find his furever home.

This sweet boy has been in foster care since he was just 3 days old, and what a journey it has been. As much as his foster family loves him, fostering isnt forever. Its finally Spikes turn to have a family of his very own.

Spike truly is the total package. He loves to cuddle, adores other cats, and has never met a person he didnt want to be friends with. Hes easygoing, affectionate, playful, curious, and just the right amount of goofy.

Over the last year, Spike has overcome more than most cats ever will. He developed food allergies, so hell need to stay on a prescription diet. He also underwent two surgeries to correct luxating patellas in both of his back legs. Through every appointment, every surgery, and every recovery, he handled it all like a champ.

Meet Spike here.

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