Events & Shows in Pittsburgh
The Most Memorable Events in the 'Burgh
From the new Eggcellent Celebration and exciting summer festivals to frights and festive fun at Phantom Fall Fest and Holiday Lights, there’s a special event for everyone at Kennywood. Enjoy them all with a Season Pass!
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The best way to experience Kennywood is with a Season Pass! Enjoy 40+ rides and attractions, our best event lineup ever, and thrilling perks!
Enjoy Exciting Events All Year
NEW! Eggcellent Celebration
Saturdays & Sundays, April 12 - 27, 2025 + Friday, April 18 & Monday, April 21
Festive fun starts egg-stra early in 2025 on April 12! See the park spring into bloom and enjoy unforgettable moments with new entertainment, special activities, and the Kennywood Easter Bunny.
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Bites and Pints Food & Drink Festival
Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays, May 23 - June 29, 2025 + Memorial Day, Monday, May 26
Join us for chef-inspired tastings of international cuisine, specialty cocktails, craft beer, and wine. As you travel around the Lagoon, you’ll discover dozens of savory and sweet food and drink offerings to enjoy. Be bold, try something new, grab a Bite Card to mix & match samples and thrill your taste buds!
NEW in 2025: sample the flavors of Cuba and Spain!
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All-American Summer
Select Dates in July
July is bursting with high-energy entertainment, from spectacular Fourth of July weekend fireworks and nine straight nights of dazzling drone shows over the Lagoon to the return of the fan-favorite Nerveless Nocks Water Jet-Pack Circus and a one of-a-kind tailgating experience in Steelers Country!
- Fireworks July 4 & 5, 2025
- Drone Shows Nightly July 11 - 19, 2025
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Fall Fantasy Mardi Gras Parades
Daily August 2 - 17, 2025
We’re celebrating 75 years of Fall Fantasy Parades at Kennywood by inviting you to join the party! This year ’s Mardi Gras theme extends beyond the parade floats with live music on the midways, specialty food and drinks, and a decked out French Quarter block party.
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Phantom Fall Fest
Select Dates September 12 - November 1, 2025
Phantom Fall Fest lets you do Halloween your way! Come early for family-friendly fun, including rides, festive food, and a unique autumn atmosphere. Then, when the sun goes down, the Phantom takes screams to the extreme with haunted houses and scare zones.
NEW in 2025: brave an all-new haunt!
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Holiday Lights
Select Dates November 14 - January 4, 2026
This holiday season shines brighter at Kennywood! You could even say it glows with Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. Come to Holiday Lights and meet Rudolph and his friends Clarice, Bumble and Sam the Snowman. Make family memories you’ll treasure forever with more than 3 million lights, rides, seasonal food, and more!
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High-Energy Shows by The Nerveless Nocks
The Original Daredevil Circus
Shows Daily May 23 - June 29, 2025
The Original Daredevil Circus is a heart-pounding spectacle of classic thrill acts. Featuring world-renowned daredevils performing breathtaking acrobatics and motorcycle stunts, this show delivers edge-of-your-seat excitement. Experience the adrenaline of one of the most legendary stunt families in circus history!
Location: Garden Stage
Jetpack Flyer Water Circus
Shows Daily July 4 - August 17, 2025
The Jetpack Flying Water Circus is an electrifying show featuring world-class acrobats, daring jetpack stunts, and mesmerizing water performances. This high-energy spectacle blends extreme sports with breathtaking aerial tricks, creating an unforgettable experience for guests of all ages. Watch out for the splash zone!
Location: Garden Stage
