Picklesburgh

Lovely free festival/street fair in downtown Pittsburgh focused on everything PICKLE!Pickle-flavored ice cream, beer, fudge and lemonade are some examples of what you can expect at Picklesburgh.Lots of photo ops and food stands throughout. There are also some dedicated bar areas throughout.There are also stages on each end of Blvd. of the Allies. There are bands playing throughout the festival...be sure to look at the schedule to see who is playing.The main area, PPG Plaza, offers some great photo ops of the iconic Heinz Pickle Float.Their website is very helpful giving lots of useful visitor information; maps, schedules, directions and parking. Be sure to look their before visiting.I was lucky enough to find metered parking a few blocks south near the Point State Park at around 4:30pm on Thursday, the first day of the festival. It was about $6 for the hour and a half. All meters are free after 6pm. There are also parking lots in the area but they are not as cheap as the meters.

What a great fair/festival I attended for my first time in 2024. Pirates also had a home game for Yinzerpalooza weekend. The festival wasnt that crowded early on but WOW it really got packed by 4pm. The weather was over 90 as well but the crowd was good but it was really crowded. The lines for food were not bad in the beginning but some lines mid afternoon were very long but I think that can be expected. I'm pretty sure beer is served all day but liquor sales were after 4pm. All in all it was a great event with a ton of unique pickle flavored options. Would be fun to attend again

This is my favorite festival!! I look forward to it every year. They have the best pickle cocktails and the best pickle foods you can find. I'm sad the festival isn't longer

Overall - good event!Loved it!!!More bathrooms please!!!Should have had free water stations and access (to refill bottles) on very hot days!!! Vendors weren't allowed to sell water??? Crazy!!! AlsoAPickle mascot would be fun!

In the years I lived in Pittsburgh I had never attended a Picklesburgh festival so a weekend vacation seemed like a good time to explore. Our hotel was right across the bridge on the North Shore making it a perfect time to go. CROWD: We managed to stroll our kids in our B.O.B. double stroller with some maneuvering and patience. It was the Day 1 and very crowded but not so much that we couldn't join in the flow of traffic. LINES: before 4:30/5 pm, the lines didn't take too long. Towards the evening, they wrapped around and became impossible to avoid. Popular tents could take up to 30+ just to get food. If you're looking for a bite to eat out of the heat, there were plenty of local restaurants PICKLE FARE: -Personal favorites were the dill flavored lolly pops sold at Grandpa Joe's stand. Pickle pop is a must-try-once-in-you-life but just buy one to share with all of your group. We still have our pickle flavored cotton candy because no one had had the guts to open it and try it first. -The cucumber Gelato with dill pickle chips was actually very refreshing, tasty, and picky kid approved. MERCH: There was one building for shirts and merch. There were a few festival goers that had balloons but $8 was way to much for a balloon. The shirts were $20 but the only green shirt available was a generic "kind of a big Dill" shirt. This was disappointing. Overall, I would attend this festival again if I was not with my children. There wasn't much for them to do other than a quick pickle arts and craft section.

I love pickles and even if the combination is foul with certain things, I love to try it anyway. I have gone twice: 2021 and 2023. It is getting bigger every year, and I found it to be more beneficial to get there as early as possible, since it does get extremely crowded.First year I went I didn't do a ton. I got the pickle beer, a jar of the Pittsburgh Pickles, and stopped by Bae Bae's Kitchen for boba and kimchi.Second time I went on two separate days. The best I had was Mancini's sandwich roll and a relish grilled cheese. Turner's was there thankfully but I only got the regular tea (they had a pickle tea).

In my opinion, this is a very overhyped festival. If you dislike crowds this is NOT the place for you. I attended with the intent to try different foods with pickle added to it (popcorn, grilled cheese, ice cream, etc.) The lines for all the food stands were insanely long. It took me 50 mins in line to get a grilled cheese sandwich that was just a regular grilled cheese with pickle radish in the middle probably bought from the grocery store. Food was also overpriced I paid $8 for a large pickle. This event is really just for people to go downtown and take instagramable photos. Given the crowds a recommendation for the future would be to spread this out to more than just 3 blocks.

Visited with my wife during our minication. Elbow to elbow people! Not enough room to really enjoy. Long line for food and beverage reduced the walking areas. Glad I'm not claustrophobic! Unfortunately my wife is! A couple of tastes treats were had and there was some reasonably good bands!

I love pickles so much so I was so excited to hear about Pittsburgh. We tried the pickle beer and it was amazing! So many options for different pickle foods. It was crowded but a nice environment

My guest and I had the delight of attending the 9th annual Picklesburgh festival on July 20, 2024. This was our first time at the event, which has grown significantly, now sprawling into the side streets off the Boulevard of the Allies. The festival atmosphere was electric, filled with the energy of live bands performing at either end of the Boulevard, contributing to a vibrant soundtrack for our pickle-themed adventure.The streets were bustling with an enthusiastic crowd, indicative of Pittsburgh's love for food, especially when pickles are involved! The lines at food trucks were long, a testament to their popularity, but well worth the wait. We indulged in a variety of free samples, including pickle fudge, jerky, and pierogies. While the pickle lemonade was an acquired taste and our least favorite, it was fascinating to see how versatile pickles could be in different dishes.Each stall on the Boulevard of the Allies offered something unique, and though we couldn't visit all the off-street venues, those we did check out were fantastic. It's clear why Picklesburgh has expanded to a four-day celebration, attracting visitors globally with its quirky and iconic offerings.This festival is truly a family-friendly event with something for everyone, from music lovers to food enthusiasts. It was a well-organized, joyous experience that I recommend to anyone looking for fun and flavorful adventures in Pittsburgh!Highlights:- Vibrant Atmosphere: The live music and energetic crowd created a festive vibe.- Diverse Food Options: Everything from traditional dishes with a pickle twist to unique creations like pickle lemonade.- Engagement: The event's layout encouraged visiting numerous vendors, enhancing the experience.Picklesburgh isn't just a festival; it's a celebration of creativity in cooking and community spirit. I'm already looking forward to what next year has in store!