2026 Holiday Calendar
Beverly Brite Nite
Thursday, December 3
Holiday cheer, extended shopping hours, a visit from Santa and a tree lighting celebration will take place along Beverly Road. 7 to 8:30 p.m.
I Made It! for the Holidays – South Hills
Saturday, November 21
An annual holiday market featuring more than 85 local artists, makers and small-batch food sellers. Shop quality handcrafted goods and connect with makers. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Galleria. Admission is free. imadeitmarket.com
Uptown Winter Market
Saturday, December 5
An opportunity for last minute shopping and getting the whole family in the holiday spirit. The event will include artists and makers selling handmade items, farm and food producers, live music and Santa. The market will be held noon to 5 p.m. on Washington Road.
The Gifting Market
Friday, December 4, through Sunday, December 6
Shop hand-selected creations from local artisans and select makers from across the country. Many items will be packaged and ready for gifting. Shoppers are invited to “Gift It Forward” as part of a partnership with the Foster Love Project, supporting programs that benefit children impacted by foster care and adoption. thegiftingmarket.com
Joy of Christmas Craft Show
Saturday, November 21
The annual craft show will feature 113 artists and crafters, along with a bake sale, crafts raffle, 50/50 raffle and lunch and snacks for purchase. 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Admission is $2 and includes a ticket for the crafts raffle. Cash only. Strollers are not permitted. Louise de Marillac School and the LeGras Parish Center, 320 McMurray Road.
ZooLights
Select nights, Friday, November 2 through Sunday, January 3
Take a sparkling safari this holiday season. Zoo Lights is a drive-through nighttime winter wonderland featuring thousands of eco-friendly lights and illuminated animals.
Community Menorah Lighting
Tuesday, December 8
A community menorah lighting will take place from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on December 8, the fifth night of Hanukkah, in Clearview Common. All are welcome to attend this free event.
Santa Trolley
Friday, November 27, through Sunday, November 29; Saturday and Sunday, December 5-6, 12-13 and 19-20
Take an excursion on an antique streetcar this holiday season at the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum. Meet Santa, chat with him during your journey and take a picture with him before the ride concludes. Afterward, explore the interactive exhibits, see the holiday train displays and enjoy hot chocolate and cookies. Sensory-friendly Santa Trolley rides on the morning of Sunday, November 29.
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatres’ The Nutcracker
Friday, December 4, through Sunday, December 27
This is the final year of Terrence S. Orr’s beloved version of The Nutcracker. An all-new production of The Nutcracker will be presented in 2027. Join Marie and the Nutcracker Prince on an unforgettable adventure through sparkling snow into the dreamy Land of Enchantment. The production features magical costumes, shimmering snowflakes and Tchaikovsky’s iconic score. A family-inclusive and sensory-friendly performance will be offered on Sunday, December 6 at 4:30 p.m. Tickets start at $33.50, including all fees.
Christmas Cookie Sale
Saturday, December 5
Cookies will be sold by the pound beginning at 10 a.m. Admission is free. Sunset Hills United Presbyterian Church, 900 Country Club Drive.