Free things to do with kids in Pittsburgh this weekend

7 events listed as free by their source for the weekend of Oct 16–18. Some may still need registration or venue entry; check the source link. Back to the full Pittsburgh weekend guide.

Updated Monday, October 12, 2026

Library storytimes & programs (7, free)

From Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh branches. Some need registration; check the library page.

Saturday, Oct 17

1pmAnimal Friends Therapet Visit · CLP – Hazelwood, Pittsburgh 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

2pmAllegheny County Park Rangers present Introduction to Archaeology · CLP – Homewood, Pittsburgh 6-10 · 11+ · Free

2pmAnimal Friends Therapet Visit · CLP – Hill District, Pittsburgh 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

2pmKids Club · CLP – Main (Oakland), Pittsburgh 6-10 · Free

Sunday, Oct 18

10:30amPlaydate at the Library · CLP – Allegheny, Pittsburgh 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

10:30amStorytime: Family Fun · CLP – Main (Oakland), Pittsburgh 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

1pmMusic @ Main: Percussion Jam · CLP – Main (Oakland), Pittsburgh 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free