It’s that weird time between Christmas and New Year’s when we all subsist on cheese and chocolate and anything past the front door seems like it’s a hundred miles away. But while all of your friends are still in town and you have some downtime, why not get up, put on something nice, and see what’s going on in the city? Here are a few events to tempt you.
Bobby Brown
Heinz Hall will host this rescheduled show with ’80s and ’90s R&B star Bobby Brown, known for songs including “My Prerogative” and his work with group New Edition.
In addition to Brown, this show will feature performers Jagged Edge and Ginuwine. The latter will host a special VIP meet and greet after the show.
The performance will be held at 8 p.m. Saturday at Heinz Hall in Downtown Pittsburgh. Get tickets at pittsburghsymphony.org.
Jubilee Opening Mass
2025 is a Jubilee Year for Roman Catholics, and its start heralds a year of celebration and spiritual reflection. The Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh will kick off the year with a special Mass at St. Paul Cathedral in Oakland this weekend.
The celebration will begin at the gym of Oakland Catholic High School with a reading from the papal bull. That will be followed by a candlelight procession to the cathedral. Bishop David Zubik will celebrate the Mass, with a special ritual from the Vatican.
The event will be held at 4 p.m. Saturday. To learn more, visit diopitt.org.
WWE Live Holiday Tour
PPG Paints Arena will host this big-time wrestling celebration to get your energy up after the holiday. The slate of matches will begin at 730 p.m. Friday.
The tour features Damian Priest vs. Gunther in a steel cage match; women’s world champion Liv Morgan with Raquel Rodriguez vs. Iyo Sky; and Sami Zayn vs. Bron Breakker. Plus appearances by CM Punk, Dominik Mysterio and many more.
Don’t miss this chance to see your favorite wrestlers live. Visit ppgpaintsarena.com to get tickets.
Saturday in the Square
The Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy is saying farewell to the Aurora lights installation in Mellon Square on Saturday. The all-afternoon event will feature food, performances and activities for all ages.
Sample food and drinks on a tour of Downtown Pittsburgh. Mellon Square will have crafts, storytime, a hot cocoa cart and more.
There will also be free portraits by photographer Keep Pittsburgh Dope (limited space, so sign up), a singer-songwriter showcase performance and songs by the Derek Tynes Gospel Singers.
Learn more and get tickets at pittsburghparks.org.
Sullivan’s Steakhouse Bubbles and Caviar Wine Dinner
If you’re really looking to splurge before the holidays are over, head Downtown on Sunday night for a fancy four-course dinner at Sullivan’s Steakhouse.
Enjoy delicious courses with steak, scallops and more, paired with different interpretations of caviar and each paired with delicious bubbly wines and drinks.
Dinner will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday night. To see the menu and reserve your spot, check out sullivanssteakhouse.com.