Things to Do in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Soak up the fun at Idlewild & SoakZone, the premier kids theme park in Pittsburg featuring over 35 rides, attractions, and water play areas.

Founded in 1878, Idlewild and SoakZone is Pennsylvania's oldest amusement park and the third oldest operating amusement park in the United States. It has been recognized as “Best Children’s Park in the World” by Amusement Today and “Best Park for Families” by the National Amusement Park Historical Association.

Located in Pennsylvania’s scenic Laurel Highlands region, Idlewild features classic amusement rides, SoakZone waterpark, live entertainment, and unique attractions such as Story Book Forest and Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood.

Operating seasonally from May through October including the seasonal HallowBoo event, the park offers imaginative, trusted and playful experiences that bring excitement to family time. Details

Featuring over 40 rides and attractions, Kennywood is Pittsburgh’s premier destination for family fun and entertainment! Open since 1898 and one of only two amusement parks designated as a National Historic Landmark, Kennywood offers an unmatched mix of modern thrills and fun classic rides. There are eight roller coasters, a 12-ride Kiddieland, and areas themed to Thomas & Friends™ and the Pittsburgh Steelers, highlighted by the record-setting Steel Curtain, and its famous Potato Patch fries!

Founded as a trolley park in 1898 and celebrated 125 seasons in 2023, the Kennywood experience extends beyond summer with popular Halloween and Holiday events, including Fright Night and Phantom Fall Fest, and Kennywood Holiday Lights featuring an abundance of holiday cheer.

Kennywood’s three coasters from the 1920s join attractions like Noah’s Ark and Kangaroo as rarities that cannot be found anywhere else. The Jack Rabbit, a wooden out-and-back roller coaster, is one of the oldest operating coasters in the world. Alongside the classics, thrill-seekers can enjoy modern roller coasters like Phantom's Revenge, Exterminator, Sky Rocket, and, of course, the park's biggest thriller—The Steel Curtain.

Great for families, Kiddieland offers pint-sized thrills like the Lil' Phantom roller coaster and the Whippersnapper, along with more gentle rides, offering something for everyone.

New Eggcellent Celebration: Join in for Hoppin' new festive fun every Saturday & Sunday, April 12 - 27, 2025, PLUS Friday, April 18 & Monday, April 21, 2025.
Festive fun starts egg-stra early this year with Kennywood’s all-new Eggcellent Celebration! Bring the family and enjoy unforgettable moments with new holiday entertainment and activities. And, of course, get fantastic photos with the Easter Bunny. See the park spring into bloom all around while you enjoy many of your favorite Kennywood attractions. It’s a whole new way to make timeless memories at Pittsburgh’s favorite amusement park. Get your 2025 season hoppin’ early at Kennywood’s new Eggcellent Celebration. Details