Everyone knows about Light Up Night, you have probably already been to see the tree on the Highmark building and skated a few laps around the rink at PPG. For those of you looking for more Christmas fun, here are 12 more ways to celebrate the holiday season in Pittsburgh this year.
12/6 – 12/22
Midnight Radio’s Die Hard N’at
[embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MGy9Dc_whWc[/embedyt] 3 shows per weekend @ Bricolage Theater The Bricolage Production Company has been producing the Midnight Radio series to the delight of Pittsburgh audiences for several years. The Midnight Radio series is in the style of a 1940s radio broadcast. The theme for this holiday season is Die Hard N’at. Tickets: $25-$35, the December 15th show is pay what you want pricing. Facebook Event
Friday 12/7
Decorations & Libations: Make Your Own Ornaments
7 – 10 PM @ Union Project The Union Project opens up their ceramic studio for a beginner friendly holiday party. Spend the evening making your own holiday decor while sipping some adult beverages. Tickets: $45 per person or $75 per pair. Facebook Event
Saturday 12/8
It’s a Wonderful Speakeasy: Holiday Punch Demo
2 – 3 PM @ Boyd & Blair Distillery Holiday parties call for a whole punchbowl of merriment. The Master Distiller will teach you the secrets of punch making in the speakeasy at Boyd & Blair Vodka. Your ticket includes admission to the speakeasy which is only open for special events and two cocktails. Tickets: $20 Facebook Event
Saturday 12/8
Blue Hawaii Holiday Party & Bazaar
5 PM – 7 PM @ Hidden Harbor Hawaiian eggnog, check. Ugly Hawaiian shirt contest, check. Sip the best tropical drinks in town and buy some new tropical drink themed merch for all of your loved ones. Facebook Event
Saturday 12/8
A John Waters’ Christmas: Holier & Dirtier
8:00 PM @ Carnegie Lecture Hall in Oakland John Waters brings his one-man show “A John Waters Christmas” to Pittsburgh for a night of Christmas commentary. Tickets: $25 – $125 Website, Facebook Event
Saturday 12/15
Learn to Solder a LED Christmas Tree Class
1:00 – 5:00 PM @ HackPGH Move over Clark Griswold. Head over to HackPGH’s maker space for a beginner level soldering class. Each participant will learn some basic soldering skills and make an LED Christmas tree to take home. Kids 10 and up are welcome if accompanied by an adult. Tickets: $40 per person includes Christmas tree kit Website, Facebook Event
Sunday 12/16
Beer + Yoga: Winter Warmer
11 AM – 12:30 PM @ Brew Gentleman A special holiday edition of the monthly beer & yoga series at the Brew Gentleman brewery in Braddock. For $10 you get a 90 minute yoga class, a 60 oz beer and a break from the holiday hustle and bustle. We are loving the suggested dress code for this class… “Holiday sweaters are not required, but you are always encouraged to show up how you are; so if the holiday sweater party goes a little late Saturday night, feel free to show up still rocking that sweater Sunday morning.” Tickets: $10 Facebook Event
Sunday 12/16
Feast of the Seven Fishes at Enrico Biscotti
5:30 PM – 8:30 PM @ Enrico Biscotti The restaurant behind this tiny bakery on Penn Avenue in the strip district is known for hosting epic family style dinners. This meal will be no exception. The dinner is BYOB, but you will probably want to share. Tickets: $85 Facebook Event
Wednesday 12/19
Cardigan Party to Celebrate 50th Anniversary of Mr. Rogers Neighborhood
6 – 9 PM @ WQED – Fred Rogers Studio Button up your favorite cardigan and head on down to the WQED studio where Mr. Rogers Neighborhood was filmed to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the show. Tickets: $25
Thursday 12/20
Knot Tying Night: Ornamental Knot Tying
7 – 8 PM @ 3 Rivers Outdoor Company Perfect your outdoor survival skills and wrap the perfect present. The folks at 3 Rivers Outdoor Company have got you covered with a workshop that might not save your life but will save your holiday gift giving. Free Facebook Event
Sunday 12/23
12 Beers of Christmas
Noon – 5 PM @ East End Brewing For one day only! Get a super special sample pack, 2 cans of twelve different East End Brewing beers for $65. Facebook Event
Monday 12/24 & Tuesday 12/25
4th Annual Chinese Food & A Movie
All Day @ Row House Cinema Row House will take your order for Chinese Food & Sushi and deliver it to your seat. You can read more about the history of Chinese food and Christmas day from Mental Floss and The Atlantic. Monday, 8pm – National Lampoons Christmas Vacation Tuesday, 12:30 pm – Jingle All the Way Tuesday, 3:00 pm – Elf Tuesday, 5:20 pm – National Lampoons Christmas Vacation Tuesday, 7:45 pm – Die Hard
