MonthlyFun – Fun Things to Do with Kids in February

by Janet Jonus

Are you looking for Fun Things to Do with Kids in Pittsburgh this month? We highlight the best of the month! For All of the Fun Things to Do, head on over to our complete Calendar here: https://familyfunpittsburgh.com/events/

This Month’s Highlighted Events!

Peg + Cat Live has a World Premier at the Byham Theater on February 2^nd at 1100AM. The hit PBS program from Fred Rogers Production is a “really fun musical experience for the entire family.” All ages. Tickets are $25-45. https://familyfunpittsburgh.com/event/peg-cat-live-byham-theater/

Escape the cold and save 50% off admission at Tropical Sundays at Phipps Conservatory. Enjoy the exotic sounds of the steel drum band, taste tropical fruit, and wander through the warm tropical paradise every Sunday in February. All ages. 930AM-500PM. $0-9.00. https://familyfunpittsburgh.com/event/tropical-sundays-phipps-conservatory/

The Giant Eagle Kidapalooza is at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center February 2^nd from 1000AM-400PM. Find FamilyFun activities for all ages. $8-13. https://familyfunpittsburgh.com/event/giant-eagle-kidapalooza-family-festival-2019-david-l-lawrence-convention-center/

It’s Lunar New Year and the Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh is celebrating. Taste teas from around the world, create art, and participate in activities. 1100AM-300PM. $0-16. https://familyfunpittsburgh.com/event/lunar-new-year-celebration-childrens-museum/

Learn to Ski or Snowboard at Boyce Park with Introductory Lessons on February 5^th from 600-700PM. Get a lift ticket, rental equipment, and a group lesson. For ages 7 and up. $85-188. https://familyfunpittsburgh.com/event/beginner-ski-snowboarding-lessons-boyce-park/

An International Pro/Am Squash tournament is at the Three Rivers Club from February 6^th though the 10^th. See the best in the world compete. Watch local athletes including a 12 year old phenom compete in the amateur circuit. All ages. FREE. For times and details: https://familyfunpittsburgh.com/event/pro-am-squash-tournament-three-rivers-club/

The Monster Truck Jam is at the PPG Paints Arena February 8^th through the 10^th. Mud, mayhem, and you are the judge! Preschool, kids, tweens, teens, $25-40. https://familyfunpittsburgh.com/event/monster-jam-ppg-arena/

The World of Wheels Custom Car Show is at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center February 8^th through the 10^th. Custom car aficionados will love the extensive collection of rare and custom cars. All ages. $0-19. https://familyfunpittsburgh.com/event/world-of-wheels-custom-car-show-david-l-lawrence-convention-center/

American Girl Live! is at the Byham Theater. American Girl fans will love this live show as the American Girls head out to a sleepover. Shows on February 9^th and 10^th. Preschool, kids, tweens. $40.25-50.25. https://familyfunpittsburgh.com/event/american-girl-live-byham-theater/

Take your little Princess to the Princess Fairytale Ball at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center on February 9^th from 900AM-700PM. All Princesses can participate in sing-alongs, crafts, activities, a candy buffet, a Royal Entrance, and free portraits. https://familyfunpittsburgh.com/event/pittsburgh-fairytale-ball-david-l-lawrence-convention-center/

There is a Sensory Friendly Afternoon at the Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh on February 12^th 100-500PM. The lights are lower, the sounds are softer, and the staff is supportive. The Museum is open to everyone but is set up to be sensory-friendly. Babies and toddlers, preschoolers, kids, tweens. $0-16. https://familyfunpittsburgh.com/event/sensory-friendly-afternoon-childrens-museum/

Head to South Park for a Valentine’s Day Skate on February 14^th from 730-900PM. Buy one ticket get an equal or lesser ticket for half price. Kids, tweens, teens. https://familyfunpittsburgh.com/event/valentines-day-skate-south-park/

Car lovers can head to the Pittsburgh Auto Show at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center February 15^th through the 18^th. Check out a complete line of cars plus exotic cars, accessories, and more. All ages. $0-12. https://familyfunpittsburgh.com/event/pittsburgh-auto-show-david-l-lawrence-convention-center/

If you haven’t seen it yet, this is your last chance to catch Destination Moon for the last time at the Heinz History Center February 16^th and 17^th from 1000AM-500PM. All ages. $0-18. https://familyfunpittsburgh.com/event/destination-moon-closing-weekend-heinz-history-center/

Celebrate winter with Winter Magic at The Waterfront in Homestead on February 17^th 100-400PM. Take a carriage ride, meet characters, get your face painted, and more. All ages. FREE. https://familyfunpittsburgh.com/event/winter-magic-at-the-waterfront/

Help Penguin learn to fly during Flight School the Musical at the Byham Theater February 17^th and 18^th. This musical is for everyone 3+. $12. https://familyfunpittsburgh.com/event/flight-school-the-musical-byham-theater/

Disney on Ice Mickey’s Search Party skates into the PPG Paints Arena February 28^th through March 3^rd. Mickey and Tinkerbell follow Captain Hooks Treasure Map through the many worlds of Disney in this high flying, fast-paced FamilyFun favorite. All ages. $26-116. https://familyfunpittsburgh.com/event/disney-on-ice-mickeys-search-party-ppg-arena/