Family Shows in Pittsburgh

Family-friendly theatre, circus shows, magic performances, and live entertainment in Pittsburgh.

Updated: August 17, 2026
6 Venues

Pittsburgh hosts 52 upcoming family shows, including children's theatre, circus performances, magic shows, and puppetry, with tickets starting from $50 and averaging $182, across venues throughout Pittsburgh, PA. Next up: September 3, 2026 at Pittsburgh Improv. Schedules updated as of August 17, 2026.

52
Upcoming Shows
Sep 3
Next Show
$50
Lowest Price
$182
Average Price
Next Family Show:
Eric Eaton
Sep 3 · 7:00 PM · Homestead, PA
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Family Shows Schedule 2026

Upcoming family performances updated daily.
Upcoming Family Shows: 52
  • Sep
    03
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Thu
    MAGIC SHOWS
    Best Value
    Eric Eaton
    Pittsburgh Improv
    Pittsburgh Improv
    location15120, 166 E Bridge St  Homestead, PAlocation15120, 166 E Bridge St Homestead, PA, US
    From $50Avg. price ~ $182Tickets Available: 47
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  • Sep
    09
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Wed
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    The Lion King
    Benedum Center • 2800 seats
    Benedum Center
    location15222, 237 7th Street  Pittsburgh, PAlocation15222, 237 7th Street Pittsburgh, PA, US
    From $74Avg. price ~ $173Tickets Available: 34
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  • Sep
    10
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Thu
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    The Lion King
    Benedum Center • 2800 seats
    Benedum Center
    location15222, 237 7th Street  Pittsburgh, PAlocation15222, 237 7th Street Pittsburgh, PA, US
    From $96Avg. price ~ $276Tickets Available: 115
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  • Sep
    10
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Thu
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    The Lion King
    Benedum Center • 2800 seats
    Benedum Center
    location15222, 237 7th Street  Pittsburgh, PAlocation15222, 237 7th Street Pittsburgh, PA, US
    From $73Avg. price ~ $222Tickets Available: 142
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  • Sep
    11
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Fri
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    The Lion King
    Benedum Center • 2800 seats
    Benedum Center
    location15222, 237 7th Street  Pittsburgh, PAlocation15222, 237 7th Street Pittsburgh, PA, US
    From $83Avg. price ~ $267Tickets Available: 127
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  • Sep
    12
    2026
    2:00 PM
    Sat
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Weekend Event
    The Lion King
    Benedum Center • 2800 seats
    Benedum Center
    location15222, 237 7th Street  Pittsburgh, PAlocation15222, 237 7th Street Pittsburgh, PA, US
    From $99Avg. price ~ $302Tickets Available: 78
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  • Sep
    12
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Sat
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Weekend Event
    The Lion King
    Benedum Center • 2800 seats
    Benedum Center
    location15222, 237 7th Street  Pittsburgh, PAlocation15222, 237 7th Street Pittsburgh, PA, US
    From $75Avg. price ~ $249Tickets Available: 146
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  • Sep
    13
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Sun
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Weekend Event
    The Lion King
    Benedum Center • 2800 seats
    Benedum Center
    location15222, 237 7th Street  Pittsburgh, PAlocation15222, 237 7th Street Pittsburgh, PA, US
    From $83Avg. price ~ $310Tickets Available: 55
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  • Sep
    13
    2026
    6:30 PM
    Sun
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Weekend Event
    The Lion King
    Benedum Center • 2800 seats
    Benedum Center
    location15222, 237 7th Street  Pittsburgh, PAlocation15222, 237 7th Street Pittsburgh, PA, US
    From $72Avg. price ~ $241Tickets Available: 123
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  • Sep
    15
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Tue
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    The Lion King
    Benedum Center • 2800 seats
    Benedum Center
    location15222, 237 7th Street  Pittsburgh, PAlocation15222, 237 7th Street Pittsburgh, PA, US
    From $68Avg. price ~ $245Tickets Available: 211
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  • Sep
    16
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Wed
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    High Demand
    The Lion King
    Benedum Center • 2800 seats
    Benedum Center
    location15222, 237 7th Street  Pittsburgh, PAlocation15222, 237 7th Street Pittsburgh, PA, US
    From $69Avg. price ~ $273Tickets Available: 333
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  • Sep
    17
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Thu
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    The Lion King
    Benedum Center • 2800 seats
    Benedum Center
    location15222, 237 7th Street  Pittsburgh, PAlocation15222, 237 7th Street Pittsburgh, PA, US
    From $68Avg. price ~ $241Tickets Available: 277
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  • Sep
    18
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Fri
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    The Lion King
    Benedum Center • 2800 seats
    Benedum Center
    location15222, 237 7th Street  Pittsburgh, PAlocation15222, 237 7th Street Pittsburgh, PA, US
    From $91Avg. price ~ $261Tickets Available: 193
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  • Sep
    19
    2026
    2:00 PM
    Sat
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    The Lion King
    Benedum Center • 2800 seats
    Benedum Center
    location15222, 237 7th Street  Pittsburgh, PAlocation15222, 237 7th Street Pittsburgh, PA, US
    From $118Avg. price ~ $388Tickets Available: 46
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  • Sep
    19
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Sat
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Weekend Event
    The Lion King
    Benedum Center • 2800 seats
    Benedum Center
    location15222, 237 7th Street  Pittsburgh, PAlocation15222, 237 7th Street Pittsburgh, PA, US
    From $89Avg. price ~ $231Tickets Available: 128
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  • Sep
    20
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Sun
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    The Lion King
    Benedum Center • 2800 seats
    Benedum Center
    location15222, 237 7th Street  Pittsburgh, PAlocation15222, 237 7th Street Pittsburgh, PA, US
    From $99Avg. price ~ $327Tickets Available: 56
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  • Sep
    20
    2026
    6:30 PM
    Sun
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Weekend Event
    The Lion King
    Benedum Center • 2800 seats
    Benedum Center
    location15222, 237 7th Street  Pittsburgh, PAlocation15222, 237 7th Street Pittsburgh, PA, US
    From $77Avg. price ~ $240Tickets Available: 176
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  • Sep
    22
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Tue
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    The Lion King
    Benedum Center • 2800 seats
    Benedum Center
    location15222, 237 7th Street  Pittsburgh, PAlocation15222, 237 7th Street Pittsburgh, PA, US
    From $68Avg. price ~ $233Tickets Available: 327
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  • Sep
    23
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Wed
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    The Lion King
    Benedum Center • 2800 seats
    Benedum Center
    location15222, 237 7th Street  Pittsburgh, PAlocation15222, 237 7th Street Pittsburgh, PA, US
    From $69Avg. price ~ $240Tickets Available: 345
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  • Sep
    24
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Thu
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    The Lion King
    Benedum Center • 2800 seats
    Benedum Center
    location15222, 237 7th Street  Pittsburgh, PAlocation15222, 237 7th Street Pittsburgh, PA, US
    From $69Avg. price ~ $244Tickets Available: 312
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  • Sep
    25
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Fri
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    The Lion King
    Benedum Center • 2800 seats
    Benedum Center
    location15222, 237 7th Street  Pittsburgh, PAlocation15222, 237 7th Street Pittsburgh, PA, US
    From $75Avg. price ~ $242Tickets Available: 310
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  • Sep
    26
    2026
    2:00 PM
    Sat
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Weekend Event
    The Lion King
    Benedum Center • 2800 seats
    Benedum Center
    location15222, 237 7th Street  Pittsburgh, PAlocation15222, 237 7th Street Pittsburgh, PA, US
    From $151Avg. price ~ $334Tickets Available: 59
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  • Sep
    26
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Sat
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Weekend Event
    The Lion King
    Benedum Center • 2800 seats
    Benedum Center
    location15222, 237 7th Street  Pittsburgh, PAlocation15222, 237 7th Street Pittsburgh, PA, US
    From $86Avg. price ~ $242Tickets Available: 257
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  • Sep
    27
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Sun
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Weekend Event
    The Lion King
    Benedum Center • 2800 seats
    Benedum Center
    location15222, 237 7th Street  Pittsburgh, PAlocation15222, 237 7th Street Pittsburgh, PA, US
    From $82Avg. price ~ $288Tickets Available: 71
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Featured Shows for Kids

Popular family performances and live entertainment.

Browse upcoming family-friendly productions, children's theatre performances, touring shows, educational entertainment, and seasonal events.

Family Shows by Category

Explore family entertainment for children and all ages.

🎭 Children's Theatre
Live stage productions designed for young audiences.
🎪 Circus Shows
Acrobatic performances, family spectacles, and touring productions.
✨ Magic Shows
Illusions, family entertainment, and interactive performances.
🎄 Holiday Shows
Seasonal productions and family celebrations.
🧸 Character Shows
Popular children's characters and family productions.
🎵 Musical Productions
Family musicals and musical theatre performances.
🎨 Educational Shows
Interactive performances combining learning and entertainment.
🎭 Touring Productions
National and international family entertainment events.

Family-Friendly Venues

Theatres and venues hosting family performances.
Byham Theater
Pittsburgh, PA
Theatre
Upcoming Family Shows: 2
Next Show: Oct 24, 2026
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Carnegie of Homestead Music Hall
Homestead, PA
Family-Friendly Venue
Upcoming Family Shows: 1
Next Show: Oct 02, 2026
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Heinz Hall
Pittsburgh, PA
Family-Friendly Venue
Upcoming Family Shows: 1
Next Show: Oct 13, 2026
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Oaks Theater
Oakmont, PA
Theatre
Upcoming Family Shows: 1
Next Show: Oct 23, 2026
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Pittsburgh Improv
Homestead, PA
Comedy Club
Upcoming Family Shows: 1
Next Show: Sep 03, 2026
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PPG Paints Arena
Pittsburgh, PA
Arena
Upcoming Family Shows: 6
Next Show: Oct 16, 2026
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About Family Shows

Live entertainment for children and families.

Family shows include children's theatre, circus performances, magic acts, touring productions, seasonal events, musicals, educational performances, and live entertainment designed for children, parents, and multi-generational audiences.

Family Shows Overview

Family entertainment at a glance.

Category Examples
Children's Theatre Stage productions for young audiences
Circus Shows Acrobatic and touring family productions
Magic Shows Illusion and interactive performances
Family Musicals Musical theatre and family productions
Holiday Shows Seasonal and festive performances
Character Shows Children's entertainment productions
Educational Shows Learning-focused live entertainment
Touring Productions National and international touring shows

Family Shows FAQ

Answers to common questions about family shows, venues, tickets, and schedules.

What types of family shows are available in Pittsburgh?

Family shows may include children's theatre, circus performances, magic shows, family musicals, educational productions, and seasonal events.

Are family shows suitable for all ages?

Many family shows are designed for children and parents, though age recommendations may vary by production.

Where are family shows performed in Pittsburgh?

Family shows are commonly presented at theatres, performing arts centers, arenas, convention centers, and entertainment venues.

Can I find family shows during school holidays?

Yes. Many venues schedule special family performances during holidays, weekends, and school breaks.

Are tickets required for family shows?

Most family performances require tickets, although some community and seasonal events may offer free admission.

How can I find upcoming family shows?

Browse the schedule by date, venue, category, or month to discover upcoming family entertainment.

Do touring family productions visit Pittsburgh?

Many national and international family productions regularly tour major cities and regional venues.

How often is the family shows schedule updated?

Show schedules, venue information, and ticket availability are updated regularly throughout the year.