December Holiday Events in Pittsburgh

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December in Pittsburgh

If you are looking for some fun things to do around Pittsburgh in December, check out what is happening in the city of Pittsburgh. Take it from me your local expert Peters Township Real Estate Agent; you will not be disappointed if you venture downtown Pittsburgh in December.

One Time Event in Pittsburgh

First night 2012 in Pittsburgh
Highmark First Night Pittsburgh is a unique, family-friendly New Year’s Eve celebration focused on the arts. Held in more than 200 cities worldwide, the festival is a wonderful way to bring in the New Year in an uplifting, alcohol-free atmosphere. Centered in the Cultural District, First Night Pittsburgh has something for everyone, from children’s activities and performances by nationally-known musicians, to installations by local artists and a spectacular fireworks finale.

On Going Events in Pittsburgh during December

The Nutcracker – Pittsburgh Ballet
December 2-23, 2011
The famous Nutcracker story is set in old-time Pittsburgh, a whimsical, enchanting touch for an old holiday favorite.

CLO’s A Musical Christmas Carol
December 8-23, 2011
Featuring well-loved characters and a wealth of yuletide melodies, this traditional holiday tale is a must see! Half-price tickets for kids 3-14 make it a great holiday event for the entire family.

Holiday Pops
December 15-18, 2011
Carol with the PSO and hear your favorite holiday songs. This annual tradition in the beautifully decorated Heinz Hall is the perfect chance to relive your favorite holiday memories and make new ones!

Trans-Siberian Orchestra
December 23, 2011
Trans-Siberian Orchestra makes their annual tour stop in Pittsburgh featuring songs from their timeless classic “Christmas Eve and Other Stories,” followed by excerpts from the upcoming Rock Theater installment “Gutter Ballet and The New York Blues Express.”

Pittsburgh is full of tons of places for winter activities so is one of these special events can’t fit into your schedule you can always check out things to do in Pittsburgh on my site.  If you like to ski, snowboard or tube, check back in a few weeks for some great locations around Pittsburgh.

After all your fun, if you happen to find homes for sale in Peters Township or homes for sale in Pittsburgh that you would like to see, please contact an expert Pittsburgh Real Estate Agent, Julie Sasko Bissell.

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