Halloween events and circus come to Pittsburgh this weekend

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 15 Oct, 18:02 · Archive

Halloween events and Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus are among things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend.

Halloween events are gearing up across Pittsburgh this weekend, with multiple family-friendly activities taking place.

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus is performing at PPG Paints Arena for three days. The show features more than 85 performers and spans two hours with clowns, acrobats and other acts billed as 'The Greatest Show on Earth'. Shows are scheduled for 6 p.m. on Friday; 11 a.m., 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Saturday; and 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets and information are available at ppgpaintsarena.com.

The Plaza at North Shore is running a Pumpkin Patch with a Purpose on Saturday from noon to 4 p.m., where visitors can select pumpkins to carve. The event is part of the venue's month-long Halloween series and supports the Women's Center and Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh, with proceeds from pumpkin sales going to the charity. The patch also offers face painting and photo opportunities for families and friends.

The 27th annual Young Playwrights Festival is also happening this weekend, featuring six world premiere plays from young theatre artists.

Halloween events and circus come to Pittsburgh this weekend — Image: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

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Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: Oct. 16-18Halloween events are gearing up all around Pittsburgh. Whether you’re ready to dive headfirst into the season or you want a night away from pumpkins and ghosts, there’s something to do this weekend.TribLIVE · 15 Oct, 17:22
Things to do this weekend in and around PittsburghPittsburgh Post-Gazette · 15 Oct, 09:00

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