Kidsburgh- Things to do with kids in Pittsburgh

From the top events each month for kids to the latest news in healthy living, the Kidsburgh section of NEXTpittsburgh keeps parents up to date with what they need to know and where to go in Pittsburgh. Check out the trove of stories in our archives right here and on the Kidsburgh.org website.

How kindergarten camps are helping Pittsburgh area students who missed preschool during the pandemic

Important learning time has been lost lost in kindergarten as teachers had to work with students who were not used to the routines of school.

08 Aug 2022

Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Pennsylvania facing challenges to fulfill its mission

The Boys and Girls Club in Shadyside took over its current building in 1960, and like any 62-year-old, it's starting to show its age.

04 Aug 2022

Jousting at the Pittsburgh Renaissance Festival.

10 best August events for fun-loving kids in Pittsburgh

Plan your final summer hurrah with these exciting events before the school year begins.

26 Jul 2022

Pittsburgh Public Schools giving students a BOOST to help with pandemic learning loss

The PPS Summer BOOST program was created last year specifically to address pandemic learning deficits.

21 Jul 2022

People stand with their backs to the camera under a rainbow flag.

New group therapy program for LGBTQ+ teens in Pittsburgh begins at UPMC

A new 10-week group therapy class from UPMC aims to address the high rates of mental health struggles for teens in the LGBTQ+ community.

14 Jul 2022

10 fun-filled Pittsburgh events for kids in July

You don’t need to look far to find kid-friendly fun in July. Pittsburgh has it all!

27 Jun 2022

Explainer: What you need to know about Pennsylvania’s new child care tax credit

People who care for two or more dependents will be able to claim up to $6,000 in child care expenses starting next year.

14 Jul 2022

Kennywood, Sandcastle and Idlewild don’t want your cash — just your charge card

Kennywood and Sandcastle will go cashless starting on Tuesday, June 28. Idlewild & SoakZone will start the new system on Wednesday, June 29.

27 Jun 2022

Take a look at the Carnegie Library’s 12 best books for babies

Experts chose books that portray diverse babies from different backgrounds specifically for children from birth to 18 months.

16 Jun 2022

Cool off at these free Pittsburgh spray parks and fountains

Complete guide to Pittsburgh's neighborhood spray parks, county parks and fountains where kids of all ages can cool off in a heat wave.

23 Jun 2022

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