The Pittsburgh Music Festival

July 11-12, 2026

150 Ferry St, Creighton, PA 15030

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Event Details:

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SATURDAY, JULY 11

1:00 PM — Band Together Pittsburgh Band

2:00 PM — The Shiners

3:00 PM — Bill Toms & Hard Rain (with special guest Mike Filosemi)

4:00 PM — Zack Keim Band

5:00 PM — Sun King Warriors

6:30 PM — Norman Nardini (with special guest David Granati)

8:00 PM — Gathering Field

SUNDAY, JULY 12

1:00 PM — Kenny Blake & The New Hip (with special guests Megan Paullet & Xavier Allen)

2:00 PM — Guitar Zack

3:00 PM — Leonard T. Zanotti (LTZ) (with special guest Nicole Belli)

4:00 PM — The Nied’s Hotel Band (with special guests Jimmy Krenn & Joe Wodarek)

5:30 PM – Joe Grushecky & The Houserockers

7:00 PM – Billy Price Band

INSIDE ACOUSTIC STAGE

Saturday, July 11th

3:00–3:30 PM — Matt Eddy

3:40–4:10 PM — Brian Junker

4:20–4:50 PM — Benjamin Shotwell

5:00–5:30 PM — Ukulele Mollie

5:40–6:10 PM — Devin Russian

6:20–7:00 PM — Ashley Marina

Sunday, July 12th

3:00–3:30 PM — Deborah Brooks

3:40–4:10 PM — Michael Berkey

4:20–4:50 PM — Casey Catone

5:00–5:30 PM — Ben Getkin

5:40–6:20 PM — Chet Vincent and Tim Good

Where is the festival held?
On the Iron City Stage at Pittsburgh Brewing Company, 150 Ferry Street, Creighton, PA 15030 — right along the Allegheny River. Venue phone: (412) 682-7400.

What are the dates and hours?
Saturday, July 11 (1–10 PM) and Sunday, July 12 (1–8 PM). Gates open at noon both days; music starts at 1 PM.

Where do I park, and how much is it?
On-site parking is available and a parking pass is required — $11 per day, sold separately from your festival ticket through Etix. Spaces are limited, so buy in advance.

Can I tailgate?
No — tailgating is not permitted on site.

Where is Uber/Lyft drop-off and pick-up?
Let the parking attendants know you are arriving by Uber or Lyft and they will direct your driver to the designated rideshare area.

How much are tickets?
Day Pass (ages 13+) $35, 2-Day Pass $60, and day-of-show Day Pass (13+) $40. Kids 12 and under are free. Prices include fees and taxes; a small processing fee may apply at checkout.

Where should I buy tickets?
Only through the official Etix link on this site. We do not recommend buying second-hand on Facebook or other resellers — we cannot guarantee those tickets are legitimate. If you are unsure, contact us before you buy.

Is this an all-ages event?
Yes — all ages are welcome, and kids 12 and under get in free.

Can I leave and come back?
No. Re-entry is not permitted, so bring everything you will need with you. Once you leave, you will not be able to return.

What if it rains? Are tickets refundable?
The festival is rain or shine, and tickets are non-refundable.

Can I bring a chair or blanket?
Yes — chairs and blankets are welcome. Most of the venue is lawn seating and standing room.

What is the bag policy?
Clear plastic or vinyl tote bags no larger than 12″ x 6″ x 12″, or a small non-clear clutch no larger than 6″ x 9″. Any bag that does not meet these limits must be returned to your vehicle.

What items are allowed?
Clear bags (within the size limits), blankets, chairs, and ponchos or raincoats.

What items are NOT allowed?
Weapons of any kind (knives, guns, mace, pepper spray, etc.), outside food or drink, illegal drugs or substances, glass containers, reusable plastic or metal tumblers and water bottles, oversized bags, tents, umbrellas, laser pointers, animals, fireworks, and anything else that could pose a threat to others.

Are dogs or pets allowed?
Please leave your pets at home — animals are not permitted at the festival. Trained service animals are welcome.

Can I bring my own food or drinks?
No outside food or drink is permitted, but there is a wide variety of concessions and food trucks on site.

What food will be there?
Food trucks and sweet treats including Hot Ash Pizza, Leaping Leo’s, PK’s Cluckin’ Truck, Del Vecchio’s, Bob’s Subs, The Corn Cobbler, RD Kettle Corn, The Candy Cottage Ice Cream Truck, Confection Castle Freeze Dried Candy, and Millie’s Ice Cream.

What drinks are available?
Pittsburgh Brewing Company beers, Iron City Distilling spirits, and other locally made beverages.

Pittsburgh Brewing Company and Local Music Leaders Launch New Two-Day Pittsburgh Music Festival

Benefiting Autism Pittsburgh and Band Together Pittsburgh

PITTSBURGH, PA – After eight successful years supporting the autism community through the Pittsburgh Blues and Roots Music Festival, organizers Ron Esser and John Vento are excited to announce an exciting new chapter. This summer, the event will evolve into the Pittsburgh Music Festival Presented by Pittsburgh Brewing Company in Support of Band Together Pittsburgh and Autism Pittsburgh. A two-day celebration of local music, community, and charity taking place July 11–12 on the Iron City Stage at Pittsburgh Brewing Company in Creighton.

The newly expanded festival will continue its tradition of supporting Band Together Pittsburgh and Autism Pittsburgh, while introducing a broader lineup of all-local performers across multiple genres including blues, rock, Americana, country, jazz and more.

Originally rooted in three decades of blues programming, the festival’s evolution reflects a desire to grow the audience and celebrate the rich diversity of Pittsburgh’s local music scene.

“After 30+ years of blues, we are still connecting with our blues audience but also providing different types of music to broaden our reach,” said Ron Esser, affectionately known as “Moondog.” “We are excited to expand our audience for this new chapter and continue supporting through people living on the autism spectrum and their families with the power of live music.”

The two-day festival will feature multiple stages, dozens of bands, and a full celebration of Pittsburgh’s music community at the home of Pittsburgh Brewing Company.

“We can’t wait to collaborate with Ron Esser and John Vento for this new festival,” said Rebecca McCormick, Director of Events and Tours at Pittsburgh Brewing Company. “It’s an exciting opportunity to bring together multiple stages, multiple bands, and our community for a great cause. Pittsburgh Brewing Company is looking forward to creating a new tradition in Pittsburgh.”

The Pittsburgh Music Festival will feature a diverse lineup of regional talent, local food and beverages, and a vibrant atmosphere celebrating the city’s creative spirit while raising funds and awareness for important community organizations.

Co-organizer, John Vento says “As with the former Pittsburgh Blues & Roots Festival, the highlight for all of us is having our talented performers and production crew who live on the autism spectrum present”.

Tickets and additional information about the festival lineup and schedule will be announced soon.

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Proceeds Support:

Fantastic music, Excellent venue, and good people

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Proceeds benefit Autism Pittsburgh and Band Together Pittsburgh, community-based nonprofits that use the power of music to enrich the lives of individuals on the autism spectrum and their families.

“This event is not only exciting and fun, but the money raised helps the Autism Pittsburgh and Band Together Pittsburgh continue providing musical opportunities to persons on the spectrum through our Autism Open Mic “, says Jesse Torisky, Esquire, President of the Autism Pittsburgh.

Ron Esser and musician John Vento are the founders of Band Together Pittsburgh, the force behind the Pittsburgh Music Festival. Vento states, “The highlight of this wonderful event is witnessing the performances and contributions by those on the autism spectrum.”

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If you can not attend, please consider donating to support our cause.

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Or send a check to:
Band Together Pittsburgh
364 Freeport Rd.
Pittsburgh, Pa 15238