Local Guide: 2024 Annual Conference
About Pittsburgh
We’re looking forward to you joining us in Pittsburgh. It is often referred to as the City of Bridges (we have over 400), the Steel City and of course is deeply rooted in the Pop Art movement as the birthplace of Andy Warhol. We hope this information will help with your travel plans and help you get around the city with ease. Check out our Local Guide for recommendations on museums, galleries, and the hidden gems unique to Pittsburgh. It can also serve as a useful resource for where to get good coffee or a delicious bite to eat in between sessions.
Transit/Travel Information
Pittsburgh is situated within 500 miles of nearly half of the U.S. population and less than a 90-minute flight from nearly half of North America’s population. There are many ways to get around the city—car, bus, incline, light rail, taxi, bike, pedicab, and boat. View full page here.
Accessibility
To find more information about accessibility for your visit to Pittsburgh, find transportation, parking, medical services and much more, visit https://www.visitpittsburgh.com/plan-your-trip/accessibility-guide/
Weather
Spring in Pittsburgh opens with winter weather followed by spring showers and then the city blossoms. You’ll see people returning to the outdoors on land and on our three rivers. The average temperature ranges from 51°-80°F (10.5°-27°C). Rainfall averages in April are between 1.4 – 4.6 inches (36 – 117 mm).
Local Guide
Visit this Google Map for a curated list of places to enjoy on your visit to downtown Pittsburgh and its neighborhoods. Look for the green icon for vegan/plant-based eateries. View the Local Guide.
Special Events
In every season, there is always something happening in Pittsburgh. Consider catching a game, watching a movie or even singing along on Banjo Night!
Wednesday 4/3
Pittsburgh Banjo Club @ Allegheny Elks Lodge
400 Cedar Avenue
Doors Open 7 pm | Performance 8 – 11 pm
Admission Free
Wednesday 4/3
Extended Evening Hours
509 Jacksonia Street
Open from 11 am - 8 pm
Thursday – Sunday 4/4 – 4/7
Faces of FEAR
Carnegie Mellon International Film Festival
McConomy Auditorium @ Carnegie Mellon University
5000 Forbes Avenue
Dates TBD | Times TBD
Thursday 4/4
Extended Evening Hours
Carnegie Museum of Art/Carnegie Museum of Natural History
4400 Forbes Avenue
Open from 10 am - 8 pm
Friday 4/5
Penn Avenue between 4800 and 5500 blocks | 3:00 – 11:00 pm
Friday 4/5
Good Fridays: Extended Evening Hours
117 Sandusky Street
Open from 10 am - 10 pm
Friday – Sunday 4/5 – 4/7
115 Federalist Street
Pirates vs. Baltimore Orioles | Times Vary
Saturday 4/6
1001 Fifth Avenue
Penguins vs. Tampa Bay Lightning | 1:00 pm