The holidays are fast approaching, and there are plenty of ways to celebrate them in Pittsburgh! From a sensory-friendly party to a Santa-themed charity event, these events will fill you with holiday cheer.

It’s a Wonderful Life
Dec. 19-20, 7:30-10:30 p.m.
Margaret Partree Performing Arts Center | 523 Lincoln Ave., Bellevue, PA 15202
The Pittsburgh Savoyards continue their annual tradition of performing this classic Christmas play.
$20 | pittsburghsavoyards.org/its-a-wonderful-life-winter-2025
Norwin Littles Holiday Party: Winter Wonderland Playdate
Dec. 20, 2-4 p.m.
100 Billott Ave., Irwin, PA 15642
A sensory-friendly holiday party for kids
$28.52 | tinyurl.com/NorwinLittles
Claus for a GOOD Cause – A Morning with Santa
Dec. 21, 10 a.m.-noon
Core Event Center | 100 Colony Dr., Irwin, PA 15642
Proceeds from this holiday event benefit the nonprofit organization Beverly’s PGH.
$15, $55 for a family of four, free for children ages 2 and younger | beverlyspgh.org
More Great Events from Our Online Calendar
Our online event calendar is updated frequently with events from schools, community organizations, libraries, fun centers and more. Here are some of our favorites from Dec. 19-23.
Dec. 19 | Highmark Holiday Pops – Pittsburgh, PA
Dec. 20 | Breakfast with Santa Holiday Food Drive at Recon Brewing at Meeder – Cranberry Township, PA
Dec. 21 | Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre – The Nutcracker – Pittsburgh, PA
Dec. 22 | The Polar Express (3D) – Pittsburgh, PA
Dec. 23 | Phipps Holiday Magic – Pittsburgh, PA


