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412 Fest

Sunday, April 12, 2026
12:00 PM - 5:00 AM
Bakery Square
6425 Penn Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15232

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Cost
Free
Registration
Recommended
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All Black. All Gold. All 412. Yinz ready?

Come on dahn to Bakery Square to celebrate the wonderful city of Pittsburgh on 412 Day! It's going to be big, bold and (of course) black & gold!

Join us for a full day of local vendors, live entertainment, iconic photo ops, family friendly fun and so much more. We’ve been celebrating 412 Day at Bakery Square since before it was a thing, and let’s just say… nobody throws this party like we do. Whether you're here for the food, the games, or the hometown pride, there’s something for every yinzer in tahn. 

 Pittsburgh-Inspired Vendor Market
 Performances, Entertainment, Live DJ & Ya Jagoff! Yinzer Games
 Burgh Bus Comedy Shows
 Pittsburgh-Themed Photo Ops
 Mascot Visits
 Collaborative Art & Live Printing 
 Activities & Family Fun N'at
 Flash Tattoos
 Special Guests & Appearances
 Fry12 Station & Heinz Condiment Bar
 Food & Drink Specials


Dive into each category for everything you need to know, from schedules to sign-ups! Other important event information, including parking, road closures, and more can be found here


 Pittsburgh-Inspired Vendor Market

12:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Bakery Square Boulevard

Shop your way through a vendor market that’s as Pittsburgh as it gets. Featuring local artists, makers, and small businesses, you’ll find everything from Yinzer-inspired gear to one-of-a-kind handmade goods.


 Entertainment

12:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Courtyard

This is where things get loud (in a good way). Hometown performances, live tunes, and a little friendly competition with one-of-a-kind Yinzer games, we've got a solid lineup. Jump in, cheer someone on, or just enjoy the show. 

Arie Cole will be keeping the energy up all day long with a mix of Pittsburgh-inspired tunes and local favorites (with at least one Renegade moment, of course).

12:30–1:30 PM – Yinzer Games: Musical Parking Chairs by Ya Jagoff!
Registration opening soon. Limited walk-up spots available.

1:30–2:00 PM – Burgh Bus Comedy Set
Register Here. Limited walk-up spots available.

2:00–3:00 PM – Yinzer Games: Strawberry Jell-O Pretzel Pie Eating Contest by Ya Jagoff!
Registration opening soon. Limited walk-up spots available.

3:00 PM – Performance by The Pittsburgh Steeline

3:30–4:00 PM – Burgh Bus Comedy Set

Register here. Limited walk-up spots available.

4:00–5:00 PM – Yinzer Games: Turner's Iced Tea Chugging Contest by Ya Jagoff!
Registration opening soon. Limited walk-up spots available.
 

Pittsburgh-Themed Photo Ops

12:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Various Locations

Strike a pose at our Pittsburgh-inspired photo ops, featuring iconic local elements and can't-miss backdrops. Perfect for your next post.

  • 412 Black & Gold Balloon Wall
  • The Iconic Pittsburgh Parking Chair
  • Turners Tea Crate Archway
  • Steelers Legends 3D Chalk Art by The Chalking Dad
  • Mister Rogers Living Room by Heinz History Center

Mascots

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Roaming

The squad’s all here. Stop by to meet Pittsburgh’s most iconic mascots. Stop them for a photo or a high-five!

Heinz Greeters will also be on-site from 12:00 to 2:00 PM passing out miniature Heinz Ketchup bottles. Because what's more Pittsburgh than Heinz? Available while supplies last. 

Activities & Family Fun N'at

12:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Various Locations

A range of activities will be available throughout the event.

  • Warhol-Inspired Screen Printing with The Andy Warhol Museum *$5 per tote bag (cash only) or free paper print
  • Black and Gold Phonebooth from Clicksburgh
  • Collaborative Community Art with VC2 - "Respect The Parking Chair"
    • After a snow season that put Pittsburgh’s parking chair tradition front and center, VC2 is calling all yinzers to join us for a live, interactive art experience honoring the unwritten rules of our city. Help paint a custom-built, larger-than-life Pittsburgh parking chair.
  • Prize Wheel + Giveaways with Pittsburgh Brewing
  • Kamin Science Center with a fun Boat Challenge Activity!
  • Pittsburgh Zoo with Insect Animal Ambassadors *2-4pm
  • Black and Yellow Caricatures
  • Pittsburgh-themed Airbrush Facepaint
  • Festive Balloon Art
  • Inflatable Climb Wall & Slide
  • Steel City Mobile Mini Golf
  • Trivia, giveaways, and more with Pittsburgh Regional Transit

Flash Tattoos

12:00 PM - 5:00 PM | The Conservatory

Add a little edge to your 412 Day with Pittsburgh-themed flash tattoos with Taylor from Duck Duck Tattoo. *first come, first serve


Special Guests & Appearances

12:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Various Locations

A few familiar faces will be making their way through Bakery Square. Be sure to stop by and say hi!

Steel City Ghostbusters
Photo ops, Ghostbusters vehicle on display, appearances by group members, and more.

Riverhounds Players
Meet the players from the Pittsburgh Riverhounds fresh off their USL Championship run!
 
Brandon Max
See him on your feed, now meet him in real life. Catch Pittsburgh TikTok creator Brandon Max at Bakery Square.

Food & Drink Specials

12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Fry12 Station & Heinz Condiment Bar at City Kitchen
Hot fries and Heinz everything. Build your perfect pile and don’t hold back. Toss some on your salad or sandwich for the full Pittsburgh experience.

Alta Via Pizzeria
  • Black and Gold Pizza
  • Parm Fries are $4.12 all day
  • 4-1-2 Special: In honor of AVP turning 4, they are offering 1 free growler of IC light with the purchase of any 2 pizzas. *Must be 21 with ID, not available for delivery. Cannot be combined with any other promotions.
Tako Torta
  • Black & Gold Marg - blanco tequila, pineapple, mango, lime, simple syrup, black Hawaiian sea salt
  • IC Light available for $4.12
 

Important Event Information

Know Before You Go

Before you head dahn, here are a few important details to help you plan your day and make the most of the event. If you have any questions or need additional information, feel free to reach out to us at marketing@bakery-square.com.

Free & Open to the Public
No ticket needed. Registration is recommended.

Rain, shine, or whatever Pittsburgh throws at us
The celebration is happening regardless of weather, so please plan accordingly.

Free Parking
Complimentary parking is available in both the North and South Garages for the duration of the event.

Road Closures
A portion of Bakery Square Boulevard will be closed to accommodate the event. Garage access will be modified. 

Event Map
Check out the event map to navigate vendors, activities and more. Coming soon.

Registration for Select Activities
Some experiences require advance registration. Limited walk-up spots may be available. Please plan accordingly if you would like to participate in any activities.