Weekend fun guide May 30-June 1: a kitty paint party, a Bleat-and-Greet and more

Above image courtesy of Allegheny GoatScape.

While summer “officially” begins with the summer solstice in late June, it’s officially time to think about summer fun in Pittsburgh. We’ve got a great big guide to June, July, and August right here as well as guides to outdoor pools and playgrounds to fill those lazy summer days. This weekend, kick off June with some family-friendly (and mostly free!) activities:

Friday, May 30-Sunday, June 1: Pittsburgh Pride

The first weekend in June will kick off summer with a three-day celebration for Pride 2025, including a parade on June 1. The parade will begin Downtown and end in Allegheny Commons West, where there will be a celebration. Registering for the parade is unnecessary, so families can choose to walk in it or spectate. There will also be food, family-friendly activities, and musical acts as well. Find all of the details here about this event as well as smaller local events all month long across the region.

Friday, May 30: “Spirited Away” at the Rangos Giant Cinema, 7 p.m.

This film by Hayao Miyazaki tells the tale of an otherworldly bath house inhabited by strange spirits. Guests will come along on a journey with Chihiro as she tries to reunite with her parents and return to her own world. Tickets are $12, $10 for members.

Saturday, May 31: Sensory-Friendly “Lilo and Stitch” at the Lindsay Theater, 9 a.m.

Ohana means family. That’s why the team at The Lindsay wants to ensure that their entire Lindsay ohana can watch the latest Disney family films at the theater, whatever their needs may be. They’ve planned a sensory-friendly screening of the film this weekend, with reduced volume, controlled lighting, and the ability to wander around or get your wiggles out during the show. Tickets for this showing are $8.75.

Saturday, May 31: Put Your Think Into Ink! With Jenna Kang and Sheika Lugtu, 11:30 a.m. 

Put Your Think Into Ink is an all-ages workshop for kids and adults alike. Guests will participate in a guided cartooning experience to learn the foundations of comics making and editing. Kids will be introduced to the traditional drawing tools that cartoonists use for comics making and have the opportunity to learn about the comics publishing resources available in the city. The workshop will be taught by the dynamic duo of Jenna Kang and Sheika Lugtu, practicing cartoonists and organizers of the Pittsburgh Indie Expo, Cow House Press, and the Drawing Board. This event is free and will be at the main branch of the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh.

Saturday, May 31: Allegheny GoatScape Bleat and Greet, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Have your kids always wanted to get up close and personal with nature’s weed whackers? Allegheny GoatScape improves community ecology by clearing overgrown land with a friendly herd of goats, oftentimes before native tree planting initiatives. You may have observed them at work in Pittsburgh’s green spaces, but you can also meet them this weekend at Allegheny City Brewing. Find all the details right here.

Saturday, May 31: All Ages Paint Night at Vintage Max, 6:30 p.m. 

Come to Vintage Max in Bellevue for a special paint night to benefit the kitties of Whisker Wonderland cat rescue. This event will guide participants through the steps to make the purrrrfect painting. The cost is $40 for one ticket or $65 for a set of two. Purchase tickets here.

Sunday, June 1: Breakfast with Stitch at Eliza Bistro, 9 a.m.

This weekend come have breakfast with Stitch to celebrate the launch of the new “Lilo and Stitch” movie. Kids will get a delicious meal, photos with Stitch, and a gift bag. Find more info here.

Sunday, June 1: Trolls Cruise on the Gateway Clipper Fleet, 11 a.m. 

Sail along the three rivers with your favorite wild-haired and colorful Troll friends. These fun characters are back for an entertaining cruise. Tickets are $35 for grown-ups, $25 for kids, and $5 for infants.

Saturday, June 1: Junior Ranger: Explore Meadows with Park Rangers at Allegheny County Parks, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. 

Enjoy a walk through the meadow and discover more about the beautiful habitat. The Park Rangers will have a touch table and an insect collection activity. Register for the June 1 event at White Oak Park here. (There will also be a June 8 event at Boyce Park.) This event is free.

Sunday, June 1: Neighborhood Flea at Schenley Plaza, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

This weekend, the Neighborhood Flea is at Schenley Plaza. Come check out the local handmade goods, vintage wares, food and more. While you’re there, take a ride on the carousel. (It’s now open for the 2025 season!) Find more details about this Neighborhood Flea here.

Monday, June 2: Mister Rogers Family Day, Part One, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Keep the weekend going for one more day, so you can enjoy this Yinzer-friendly event. Join the team at the Fred Rogers Institute for a day full of family-friendly fun and meaningful memories. Guests will enjoy hands-on activities, explore the Fred Rogers Institute exhibit, and treat themselves to one of Latrobe’s famous banana splits. Find more details right here. The second part of this event will occur on Saturday, June 7.

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