The lights dim, the curtain rises and the new year arrives on stage. The Greater Pittsburgh Lunar New Year Gala in Pittsburgh is an annual stage show at the Pittsburgh Playhouse’s PNC Theatre, presented by the Pittsburgh Chinese Cultural Center. The 2027 gala is Saturday, February 6, 2027: festivities start at 4 p.m., and the main performances run from 6 to 8:30 p.m.
What to expect
Before the show, cultural activities fill the lobby, so it pays to arrive early. Then the ticketed main performance takes over the stage.
The 2026 lineup included a Peking Opera master and a Chinese acrobatic artist. Audience members also had chances at gift raffles and P.F. Chang’s vouchers, a door prize that’s hard to argue with.
Good to know
- When: Saturday, February 6, 2027; festivities from 4 p.m., main performances 6 to 8:30 p.m.
- Tickets: the main performance is ticketed; 2027 prices aren’t listed yet (2025 tickets were $38-$58). The organizer offers $3 off each ticket with code EB2027 through November 30, 2026.
- Where: PNC Theatre, Pittsburgh Playhouse (Point Park University), 350 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
- Organizer: Pittsburgh Chinese Cultural Center (PCCC) with Pittsburgh Playhouse
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Greater Pittsburgh Lunar New Year Gala in 2027?
Saturday, February 6, 2027. Festivities start at 4 p.m., and the main performances run from 6 to 8:30 p.m.
How much are tickets to the Greater Pittsburgh Lunar New Year Gala?
2027 prices aren’t listed yet. In 2025, tickets were $38 to $58. Code EB2027 takes $3 off each ticket through November 30, 2026.
What happens at the Greater Pittsburgh Lunar New Year Gala?
It’s a Lunar New Year stage show; the 2026 edition featured a Peking Opera master and a Chinese acrobatic artist, with free lobby activities beforehand.
Source: Pittsburgh Chinese Cultural Center: 2027 Save the Date, Pittsburgh Playhouse: Lunar New Year 2026
How Do I Get to PNC Theatre, Pittsburgh Playhouse (Point Park University)?
PNC Theatre, Pittsburgh Playhouse (Point Park University) is at 350 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. Use the directions and parking links on this page to plan your trip from where you are.
Is the Greater Pittsburgh Lunar New Year Gala Good for Kids?
Yes. We list it as a family-friendly Lunar New Year event. Check the official event page for kids' activities, strollers and seating before you go.
How to Get Here
The organizer hasn't published transit details yet. Tap Transit directions for live routes and times to PNC Theatre, Pittsburgh Playhouse (Point Park University).
Where to Park
Parking near big Lunar New Year events fills early and some streets close. Arrive early, or take transit if you can.
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PNC Theatre, Pittsburgh Playhouse (Point Park University), 350 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
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