Events – September 2025

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Editors’ pick: Mt. Lebanon Artists’ Market

Saturday, September 27 and Sunday, September 28

Two-day fine arts fair featuring 60 to 80 artist booths, food and entertainment in the Academy Avenue lot behind The Saloon. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free.

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Calliope House Schenley Plaza Summer Concert Series

Thursday, September 4

The John and Wendy Mackin Band performs live bluegrass music at Schenley Plaza, 7 p.m. Free to attend. Tips for the band welcome.

The Historical Society of Mount Lebanon History & Commerce Tour

Saturday, September 6

Explore Mt. Lebanon’s architecture and past on a guided walking tour of Washington Road. Meet at the History Center, 794 Washington Road. 10 a.m. Tickets: $10 members, $15 nonmembers. Advance purchase required.

lebohistory.org/events

$14.99 Friday Night Special

Friday, September 19

Enjoy live music, drinks, oven-baked pizza and full museum access during this lively community event at the Mattress Factory, an artist-centered museum. Explore the museum at your own pace. 500 Sampsonia Way, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Admission is $14.99.

Fifth Annual Anawanda Arts Festival

Sunday, September 7

Enjoy handmade goods, henna art, live music, silk screening and food vendors including Taco Diablo and Roaming Bean. Corner of Anawanda Avenue and Castle Shannon Boulevard, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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American Diabetes Association’s Step Out Walk

Saturday, September 13

Walk to support those affected by diabetes. Enjoy music, face painting, snacks and wellness activities along PNC Park’s Highmark Riverwalk. Free registration. 8:30 a.m. diabetes.org/stepoutpittsburgh

Sean Casey Golf Classica man wearing a black hat and black shirt and shorts, with his arm over a womans shoulder, in the other hand he is holding a golf club. The woman is wearing a light colored outfit and a green hat.

Monday, September 22

The 15th annual Sean Casey Golf Classic at Valley Brook Country Club is a day of golf, connection and giving back. Proceeds benefit Casey’s Clubhouse and its programs, which support individuals with disabilities through inclusive baseball and community involvement.

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15th Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival

Thursday, September 18 through Sunday, September 21

Celebrate jazz with four days of concerts, including a free street party on Liberty Avenue, Saturday and Sunday. Paid events include the Jazz Train, George Benson tribute and more.

SAVE THE DATE

“Turn Kitchen Scraps Into Garden Gold!”

Thursday, September 25

Learn how to reduce waste and create nutrient-rich compost in this LeboGreen workshop with the Pennsylvania Resources Council. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 1066 Washington Road, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Compost bins available for advance purchase; will be delivered at the event.

Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank – Off the Record

Thursday, October 16

Musical comedy fundraiser at the Byham Theatre spoofing the year’s Pittsburgh headlines. Proceeds benefit the food bank and local scholarships. pittsburghfoodbank.org/record25