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Join a Tuesday trail run with 3ROC or take a Wednesday Lindy Hop lesson with Pittsburgh Swing Dance Community.

Every other Monday · 6:00 PMSocial
Young Adults Game Night (opens in a new tab)
Play strategy board games with a group for ages 18–35. No church membership or game experience is required.
Where
First Unitarian Church, 605 Morewood Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Cost
Free; RSVP on Meetup
Oct 19–Dec 14 · 6:30–8:50 PMFitness
PSL Cornhole at The Dog Penn (opens in a new tab)
Sign up solo for PSL's 2v2 open-gender cornhole league; the organizer forms free-agent teams. Players must be 21+ and PUMP members.
Where
The Dog Penn, 2614 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Cost
$45 individual registration; PUMP membership required
Oct 19 · 5:30–9:00 PMEvent
Salsa at The Terminal (opens in a new tab)
A free 30-minute beginner lesson at 5:30 PM, followed by outdoor salsa, bachata and other Latin dancing until 9 PM.
Where
2101 Smallman St, Strip District, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Cost
Free

Every Tuesday · 6:00–8:00 PMFitness
3ROC Tuesday Night Trail Run (opens in a new tab)
Choose from four no-drop pace groups for a 3–6 mile run through Frick Park. Post-run beer donations go to a nonprofit.
Where
3 Rivers Outdoor Co., 1130 S Braddock Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15218
Cost
Free; post-run beer by donation
Every Tuesday · 6:00–10:00 PMSocial
Game Masters Weekly Board Game Night (opens in a new tab)
Join the public board-game night at Regular Table; choose from the store's game library and pay for table space.
Where
Regular Table, 398 Perry Hwy, Pittsburgh, PA 15229
Cost
$5 per person for table space
Every Tuesday · 6:30 PMFitness
MindFuel Run Club (opens in a new tab)
Run a one- or three-mile Strip District route with the group, then book an optional sauna and cold-plunge session. All paces are welcome.
Where
Strip District; check the event page for the meeting point
Cost
See booking page for sauna pricing
Oct 13 · 6:30–8:30 PMSocial
PSL Pickup Mini Golf at Puttshack (opens in a new tab)
Play two hours of pickup mini golf; PSL staff assign players to random teams. Sign up individually and complete the waiver.
Where
Puttshack, 1729 Smallman St, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Cost
$15; ages 18+
Oct 20 · 7:00–11:00 PMEvent
Salsa with a View at The Finch (opens in a new tab)
Start with a free beginner lesson, then dance salsa, bachata and other Latin rhythms on the rooftop or indoors if it rains.
Where
The Finch, 59 2nd St, South Shore, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Cost
No cover; food and drinks available for purchase
Oct 27 · 7:00–8:00 PMFitness
PSL Learn-to-Play Squash (opens in a new tab)
Beginner session covers racket grip, basic swings, rules and court movement; courts and equipment are provided. Book the individual slot and sign both waivers.
Where
Steel City Squash, 624 Larimer Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Cost
$15; ages 18+

Every Wednesday · 6:30 PMFitness
Yinz Run Club (opens in a new tab)
Free one- and three-mile group runs with walking welcome. Sign the annual waiver before joining; no run experience is required.
Where
Rotating Pittsburgh neighborhoods; check the weekly route
Cost
Free
Every Wednesday · lesson 7:00–8:00 PM; dance 8:00–10:00 PMFitness
Pittsburgh Swing Dance Community (opens in a new tab)
Take a Lindy Hop lesson, then stay for the social dance. No partner or previous dance experience is required.
Where
Wilkins School Community Center, 7604 Charleston Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15218
Cost
See the organizer's calendar for current admission
Oct 21–Dec 16 · 6:30–8:50 PMFitness
PSL Cornhole at Hop Farm (opens in a new tab)
Sign up solo for PSL's 2v2 open-gender league; the organizer forms free-agent teams. Players must be 18+ and PUMP members.
Where
Hop Farm Brewing Company, 5601 Butler St, Pittsburgh, PA 15201
Cost
$45 individual registration; PUMP membership required
Oct 28 · 5:30–7:30 PMSocial
Pittsburgh Young Professionals October Happy Hour (opens in a new tab)
Meet Pittsburgh Young Professionals at The Dog Penn for drinks and conversation. Register through PYP before attending.
Where
The Dog Penn, 2614 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Cost
PYP registration required; check member pricing

Oct 8 · 6:00–8:00 PMFitness
PSL Men's Pickup Basketball at Magee (opens in a new tab)
Staff assign solo players to rotating teams; scoring is informal. Bring indoor shoes and sign the waiver.
Where
Magee Rec Center, 745 Greenfield Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Cost
$15; ages 18+
Third Thursday · Oct 15 · 6:00 PMSocial
Pittsburgh Board Games at Whole Foods (opens in a new tab)
Play board games with Pittsburgh Board Games at Whole Foods; food is available to buy.
Where
Whole Foods Market, 5700 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Cost
Check the Meetup event for any fees
Oct 8, 15 & 22 · lesson 9:00 PM; dancing 9:30 PM–1:00 AMEvent
Latin Thursdays at CrossBody (opens in a new tab)
Take a late salsa and bachata lesson, then stay for social dancing. Bring your own drinks.
Where
CrossBody Dance + Movement, 422 Wood St, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Cost
$10 cover
Oct 29 · 6:00–8:00 PMFitness
PSL Pickup Volleyball at Magee (opens in a new tab)
Drop into PSL's open-gender pickup volleyball session. Register individually, sign the waiver and bring indoor shoes.
Where
Magee Rec Center, 745 Greenfield Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Cost
$15; ages 18+

Friday nights · see club calendarSocial
Pittsburgh Curling Club Pick-Up and Pizza (opens in a new tab)
Join the club's casual Friday curling session and stay for pizza. Club membership is required; check the calendar for session details.
Where
Pittsburgh Curling Club, 491 McCoy Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15136
Cost
Club membership required; check current rates
Oct 9 · 6:00–10:00 PMEvent
21+ Night: Haunted Science Center (opens in a new tab)
The 21+ evening includes hands-on paranormal science activities, after-hours exhibits and themed bars. Buy a ticket in advance.
Where
Kamin Science Center, One Allegheny Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Cost
$20 for PYP members; $25 for nonmembers
Oct 23 · 6:30–8:00 PMSocial
412 Social Hour at Food Truck Friday (opens in a new tab)
Meet the 412 Social Hour group at the Friday food-truck gathering. Outdoor seating and fire pits; come solo or with a friend.
Where
Ss. Simon and Jude Church, 1607 Greentree Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15220
Cost
Free admission; food and drinks extra

Oct 10 · 1:00–3:00 PMFitness
Pittsburgh Curling Club Learn to Curl (opens in a new tab)
Learn curling basics, practice on ice and play a coached game. No experience is required; register for the Saturday session.
Where
Pittsburgh Curling Club, 491 McCoy Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15136
Cost
$50 per class
Oct 10 · lessons 7:00 PM; social dance 8:00–10:00 PMEvent
Pittsburgh Ballroom Masque'd Ball (opens in a new tab)
Take Foxtrot and bachata lessons at 7 PM, then join the social ballroom dance at 8 PM.
Where
82 Collective, 84 Center Ave, Emsworth, PA 15202
Cost
See event page for admission
Saturdays · 10:00 AM–2:00 PM · registration requiredSocial
Downtown Beautification with Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership (opens in a new tab)
Help the Downtown Partnership's Clean Team with planting, weeding, painting or other park and street projects. Tools and training are provided.
Where
Meet at 120 Boulevard of the Allies, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Cost
Free; reserve a volunteer shift
Oct 17 · 8:00–11:00 PMSocial
Pittsburgh 20s and 30s YINZ Social (opens in a new tab)
A 20s and 30s group night with drinks, mingling and dancing. Solo guests are welcome; RSVP is required and the event is 21+.
Where
Twelve Whiskey Barbecue, 1222 E Carson St, Pittsburgh, PA 15203
Cost
Free admission; food or drink purchase required

Oct 25–Dec 6 · 6:30 PMFitness
PSL Bowling at Arsenal Lanes (opens in a new tab)
Register solo for PSL's recreational 4v4 league by Oct 9. Players must be 18+ and PUMP members.
Where
Arsenal Lanes, 212 44th St, Pittsburgh, PA 15201
Cost
$95 individual registration; PUMP membership required
Sundays · 8:00 AM–noon through Nov 8Fitness
PSL Flag Football (opens in a new tab)
Sign up as a free agent for PSL's coed 8v8 league. Captains invite players when a team needs someone, so placement is not guaranteed. Players must be 18+ and PUMP members.
Where
Brentwood Park and Ellis Field; confirm the assigned field
Cost
See free-agent registration for the fee
Sundays · 12:30–2:30 PM · volunteer registration requiredSocial
First Trinity Sunday Lunch Rounds (opens in a new tab)
Join a small volunteer group to distribute lunches and talk with people in Oakland. Volunteers must be 18+; the route is about two miles.
Where
First Trinity Lutheran Church, 531 N Neville St, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Cost
Free; reserve a volunteer shift

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