Where can you go and what can you do with the family for Mother's Day? How about some opera fun and amazing glass blowing! Here it all is for you!
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1. - Open House at Pittsburgh Glass CenterFriday, May 6 (noon-5 p.m.) and Saturday, May 7 (10 a.m.-4 p.m.):
Venture into the Glass Center’s open studios to explore where and how glass art is made, participate in live glass-blowing and flameworking demonstrations, try hands-on activities, and take a tour of the contemporary art exhibition Full Spectrum: Visionaries Elevating Art, Craft, and Design. And if you cheered him on as the season two winner of the Netflix show “Blown Away,” don’t miss this rare chance to catch British sculptor and glassblower Elliot Walker in action creating glass art. Learn about his creative process and his experiences on TV during this free open house.
2 - Family Day at Pittsburgh Opera,
Saturday, May 7: 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Go behind the velvet rope to explore the Bitz Opera Factory HQ in the Strip District. For its first-ever Family Day, the organization will offer activities designed to expose children, teens and families to the many components that make up opera. Check out a musical instrument “petting zoo,” take voice lessons, watch choreography demonstrations and make stage props. The morning will culminate with performances by the opera’s Resident Artists. Register for free here.
3 - SEveral things to do on Mother's Day Sunday including:
Sunday, May 8: Mom’s Day Hike And Crafts in Riverview Park, 1-3 p.m.
One of the best things to do with kids in Pittsburgh is to get outdoors. Show your love for mom and for mother nature during this leisurely 3-mile hike led by Venture Outdoors. You’ll hit the trails, explore a beautiful North Side park, and search for fascinating critters, insects and plants. After hiking, enjoy snacks and create Mother’s Day crafts together. Buy tickets — just $5-$8.
Olympic gold medalist Nathan Chen headlines Stars on Ice at PPG Paints Arena. Photo courtesy of Stars on Ice.Sunday, May 8: Stars on Ice, PPG Paints Arena, 4 p.m.
Among the most star-studded events in May for Pittsburgh kids: Admire the grace and athleticism of champion ice skaters at the Stars on Ice show at PPG Paints Arena. Olympic gold medalist Nathan Chen leads the way with his extraordinary style that’s redefined men’s figure skating. Olympic bronze medalists and two-time U.S. Ice Dance Champions Madison Hubbell and Zachary Donohue bring passion and power to their programs. Others in the star-studded lineup include Karen Chu, Jason Brown and Mariah Bell. Tickets begin at $15 (and go as high as $155).
Looking for more things to do with kids in Pittsburgh? Visit our daily events calendar and check out the hottest events happening during May.
