Here are the events you need to know about this weekend in Pittsburgh: July 24-26. Know of a good event taking place soon? Email us here.

Friday, July 24: Virtual Pittsburgh Urban Farm Tour12 p.m.Take a virtual visit to the Mwanakuche Community Garden to see how Pittsburghs Somali Bantu community transformed a vacant one-acre site in Perry Hilltop into a thriving food growing space. Part of a citywide urban farm open house series, the online tour includes a live moderated Q&A.

Friday, July 24: Shakespeare in Performance Webinar with PICT Classic Theatre2 p.m.Something wicked this way comes: Become an armchair Bard scholar during this free webinar led by PICTs Artistic & Executive Director, Alan Stanford. Shakespeares intriguing and iconic villains will come to life during exclusive performances and discussions.

Friday, July 24: 30 Years of ADA: Pearls of Great Value2-3 p.m.Celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act during this Virtual Town Hall hosted by Oakland For All: Beyond Accessible. Join community leaders, policymakers and stakeholders to discuss the landmark legislation, current accessibility issues and the impact of COVID-19 and find out how you can help increase opportunities for people with disabilities in our region.

Trio of Blues. Photo courtesy of The Frick Pittsburgh.

Friday, July 24: Trio of Blues with The Frick Pittsburgh7 p.m.Friday night will rock when The Fricks Summer Fridays series welcomes these veterans of the Chicago blues scene. Youll get up on your feet during the energetic online concert by Max Schang (guitar and vocals), Jim Spears (bass and vocals) and Steve McMurray (drums).

Friday, July 24: Beavers: The Directors Cut with Rangos Giant CinemaVarious timesCatch these remarkable rodents before they swim away July 26. Exploring one of natures greatest engineers, the film follows a family of beavers living in the Canadian Rocky Mountains. Via the masterful IMAX camera, youll experience spectacular aerial wilderness scenes and rich aquatic habitats plus a remastered soundtrack with 12.1 surround-sound.

Saturday, July 25: Public Art Run on the North Side8-9 a.m.This new route hosted by Pittsburgh Running Tours will take you on a three-mile exploration of the striking murals and sculptures found on the North Side. Runners will stop and snap photos and learn about the history of locally-made public art.

Saturday, July 25: Virtual Fleet Feet Liberty MileVarious timesHow fast can you run one mile? P3Rs Virtual Fleet Feet Liberty Mile challenges participants to run their fastest mile before August 7. Everyone from Olympians to previous Liberty Mile champions to rookie runners will earn a first-ever finishers medal and shirt during the virtual event. While running anywhere trails, city streets or treadmills participants can keep it fun with P3R contests and activities.

Photo courtesy of P3R.

Saturday, July 25: Movement & Making with Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre and Childrens Museum of Pittsburgh10 a.m.Budding performers are invited to create characters and tell stories using movement, household objects and imaginative thinking. Family members, pets and even toys are welcome to join the free workshop as kids dance their way through a mystery piece of music.

Saturday, July 25: Pittsburghs First Pandemic: The White Plague10 a.m.What was social distancing like in 1915 during the tuberculosis pandemic? Join Doors Open Pittsburgh Tour Curator Pam Gianni to learn about the white plague including social changes and unproven treatments that ravaged our region 100-plus years ago.

Saturday, July 25: Introduction to Enameling with Contemporary Craft10 a.m.-5 p.m.Discover the fascinating art of enameling during Contemporary Crafts first in-person workshop at its new Butler St. digs. Artist Joe Pillari will demonstrate techniques for applying powdered glass to metal, sifting and firing, decorative stenciling and more. Just want to watch? Be a fly on the wall as you observe the workshop from home through Zoom.

Saturday, July 25: Summer Sidewalk Sale at Gallery on Penn11 a.m.-3 p.m.Take a stroll along Penn Ave. to enjoy family activities, summer sales and one-of-a-kind merchandise and gifts during this free outdoor event hosted by Circles Greater Pittsburgh.

Saturday, July 25: Virtual Author Event with Frank Santoro2 3:30 p.m.Dont miss this free virtual event featuring artist Frank Santoro, who will talk about his latest graphic novel, Pittsburgh. Equal parts family drama, coming-of-age memoir and hometown homage, Santoros work examines his parents broken relationship.

Saturday, July 25: Pandemic Art Show and Grand Opening at Sanctuary7-10 p.m.Celebrate the grand opening (masks required) of Sanctuary during the gallerys first group exhibition. Works on view were created by local artists to grapple with and express their experiences with the pandemic.

Saturday, July 25: Knights of the Arcade Online Adventures9 p.m.Pour a stein of mead, sign onto your scrying device and gather round for this live online show packed with geeky humor, D&D drama, improv comedy and role-playing games.

Sunday, July 26: Yoga at the Frick Park Clay Tennis Courts7 a.m.Early birds should flock to this donation-based yoga class at the Frick Park Clay Tennis Courts. Hosted by the Frick Park Clay Court Tennis Club and Om Lounge, the outdoor workshop is open to all levels, and participants must wear a mask while not on their mat.

Photo courtesy of Frick Park Clay Court Tennis Club and Om Lounge.

Sunday, July 26: Bike the Burgh Glass & Steel City Tour10 a.m.-1 p.m.Di you know the South Side was once a national center for glass and steel production? Hope on a bike to explore the neighborhoods heritage, discover industrial remnants, traverse scenic river trails and take in magnificent views while riding over historic bridges.

Sunday, July 26: Taste of Lawrenceville To-Go at Bay4112-5:30 p.m.Ordering takeout is a great way to support your favorite local restaurants. During this food and beverage market, attendees can register for a one-hour time slot to grab takeout from various Lawrenceville small businesses and vendors.

Sunday, July 26: Art Meditation with Carnegie Museum of Art1 p.m.Set a slower pace during this guided art meditation led by Lydia Killian. Using CMOAs world-class collection as inspiration, the session will include visualization, breath awareness and noting techinques.

Sunday, July 26: She Kills Monsters: Virtual RealmsVarious timesYou have one more night to catch the first-ever internet play produced by University of Pittsburghs UP Stages company before the virtual curtain is lowered. Developed by 23 Pitt students, She Kills Monsters: Virtual Realms is an online adaptation of the popular drama-comedy set in a real and imaginary game world written by Vietnamese American playwright Qui Nguyen.

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