With some major events in the not too distant future, the state is making some upgrades at Point State Park.
The commonwealth of Pennsylvania is investing $3.4 million dollars to spruce up the park with improved walkways and lighting and improvements to the iconic fountain which sits right at the confluence of the three rivers.
Bids for construction will go out in January, the project will start in May and it will be done in time for two major events.
“These are primarily upgrades and repairs and replacements in preparation for the important 2026 event season,” said John Hallas, Director of the Department of Conversation and Natural Resources. “to be able to host the NFL Draft, the 250th celebration of the nation and all of our important events that will be on the park in 2026.”
Full repairs include:
Repairs to walkways and hardscapes
Utility repairs
Upgrades to fountain lighting
Repairs, improvements, and lighting upgrades on the City Side Lawn, flag bastion, and parking lot
Refreshing of landscaping throughout the park
Fountain light fixture and controller replacements Fountain leak repairs
“These important upgrades to Point State Park’s infrastructure are critical to ensuring it remains one of Pennsylvania’s most visited places and a staple of Pittsburgh’s culture,” said Hallas. “We appreciate the public’s patience as we work to enhance this beautiful park in preparation for the 250th anniversary of our nation, the 2026 NFL Draft, and other major events that Point will host in the future. We’re confident that once these upgrades are complete, Point State Park will be better than ever before.”
There will be public access to the park during construction.