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Saturday, November 21

Pittsburgh’s 65th Annual Light Up Night!

Saturday, November 21 · 4-10 p.m. · Sippin Santa

4-10 p.m.
When
  • Saturday, November 21 · 4-10 p.m.
Where
Sippin Santa25 Market Square · Pittsburgh, PA · 15222

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About this event

If you have glow in the dark gear, clothes that light up, etc., wear it! We’re gonna kick off Pittsburgh’s Holiday Season in style!

Highmark Light Up Night is back! Join us on Saturday, November 21, 2026, for the 65th annual Pittsburgh event. With classic traditions, fresh holiday experiences, and a fireworks finale, it’s an evening you won’t want to miss!

PLAN FOR THE EVENING ✨4:00 PM: Meet at Sipping Santa, the pop up holiday bar, in Market Square. ✨5:00 PM: City of Pittsburgh Tree Lighting at the City-County Building, followed by rooftop fireworks. ✨6:00 PM: UPMC Ultimate Holiday Tree Lighting and American Cancer Society Tribute of Light Celebration at PPG Place. ✨7:00 PM: Highmark Christmas Tree Lighting with Fireworks at Stanwix Street and Penn Avenue. ✨8:00 PM: Sister Bridge Light Up ✨8:30 PM: Concert by Daya at the Xfinity Holiday Jam in Arts Landing. ✨9:30 PM: Firework Grand Finale

IF IT’S YOUR FIRST TIME, HERE’s WHAT TO EXPECT!

• Parking in Market Square area will be very limited. Consider parking further away or taking Uber/Lyft.

• Traffic will be heavy and slow moving downtown, so plan to avoid driving through the area.

• Expect long lines for bathrooms and food in Market Square so plan accordingly.

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