Upcoming Pittsburgh Sporting Events You Need to Check Out
If there’s one thing Pittsburgh has down, it’s cheering on the home team. Fandom passion is on another level here in the ‘Burgh, and these upcoming Pittsburgh sporting events are ones yinz won’t want to miss. Rink-side seats at PPG Paints Arena, home runs at PNC Park, or tailgates at Highmark Stadium, the thrill of Pittsburgh sports is a force to be reckoned with and we are so here for it. See below for the best games over the upcoming weeks and get your tickets ASAP!
Catch the Last of the Penguins at PPG Paints Arena
While hockey season is coming to a close, there are still a few more games left at PPG Paints and we could not be more excited! It’s the perfect time to bundle up, grab some friends, and cheer on the Penguins at one of their upcoming home games. Head downtown for a pregame dinner at Condados Tacos or save your appetite for the multiple in-arena options. Too many options? Try a Burgatory fries and milkshake for a very Pittsburgh-esque combo. You can thank us later! See their final games below:
April 26 | Penguins vs. Edmonton Oilers @7:00pm
April 29 | Penguins vs. Columbus Blue Jackets @7:00pm
Tailgate with the Pittsburgh Riverhounds
Looking for an outdoors Pittsburgh sporting event? Attend one of the Riverhounds games this Spring at Highmark Stadium in Southside. Tailgating is a must, so give yourself plenty of time to enjoy the Tailgate Zone (starting two hours before each home game). The Zone features local food stands and pop-up breweries for a quick bite to eat with friends and family. The 2022 schedule has been released, so it’s time for yinz to get excited. Union Station nearby also offers great dining options with the newly opened Tupelo Honey or classic Hard Rock Cafe! Check out the Riverhounds upcoming games below:
April 23 | Riverhounds vs. Atlanta United 2 @7:00pm
May 7 | Riverhounds vs. Birmingham Legion FC @7:00pm
May 14 | Riverhounds vs. El Paso Locomotive FC @7:00pm
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Head to an Upcoming Pirates Game
Baseball season is officially on! PNC Park is open and the Pirates have had their season opener, which means it’s time to get back to the ballpark. Warm weather, prime location, amazing views-Pirates games at PNC Park is the epitome of summer in Pittsburgh! Learn about their Buckaroos Kids Club for family-friendly activities or check out their website for themed games occurring throughout the season. Also, make sure to get some Chickie’s & Pete’s DELICIOUS crab fries to snack on during the game! Leave some time to explore North Shore before or after the game for food, drinks, dancing, and so much more! Cheers to the official start to the MLB season, see below for upcoming games:
April 26-28 | Pirates vs. Milwaukee Brewers
May 9-11 | Pirates vs. Dodgers
May 12-15 | Pirates vs. Reds
May 20-22 | Pirates vs. Cardinals
May 23-25 | Pirates vs. Rockies
*Game times vary, see schedule here
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Don’t Wait!
Even though Spring is finally here, this is just the start of Pittsburgh sporting events. So make haste, find some black and yellow, and plan out your next Pittsburgh home game!
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