Pittsburgh, PA

A Taste of the Pittsburgh Folk Festival

ExpectedExpected August 2027

2027 dates not announced yet. Last festival: August 1, 2026

Dates
Expected August 2027
Status
Expected
Venue
Our Lady of Victory Maronite Church, Beechview
Price
$5
Camping
None on site
Last checked
Oct 20, 2026

The last A Taste of the Pittsburgh Folk Festival was August 1, 2026, in Pittsburgh, PA. Its 2027 dates haven't been announced yet. Froligo tracks ticket prices, attendee feedback and travel details.

The experience

What's special

A Taste of the Pittsburgh Folk Festival is a one-day celebration of culinary arts and cultural heritage in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, showcasing the city's multiculturalism through international cuisine, cooking demonstrations, music and dance. The 2026 edition took place on Saturday 1 August 2026 at Our Lady of Victory Maronite Church in Beechview. Performers that year included the Kyiv Ukrainian Dance Ensemble, the Bhutanese Community Association of Pittsburgh, the Shovlin Academy of Irish Dance, the Grecian Odyssey Dancers, the Isartaler Bavarian Club and the taiko group Peaceful Forest.

How it works

The 2026 festival ran from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday 1 August 2026, and tickets were sold through Eventbrite. The day combined food vendors and food trucks, cooking demonstrations, stage performances, dance workshops and lessons, and an art booth where original artwork by Hedy O'Beil could be viewed and purchased.

Who it suits

The festival is aimed at people who want to experience Pittsburgh's many cultures through food, music, dance and heritage, and the organizer expected thousands of participants from across the region. Several performers, including ElectroBelly Dance Troupe and the Grecian Odyssey Dancers, offered workshops or lessons so visitors could join in.

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Listen

No official playlist linked yet. Find A Taste of the Pittsburgh Folk Festival on Spotify.

Lineup

See the lineup on the organizer’s site.

Getting there

Nearest airport PIT.

How do I get to A Taste of the Pittsburgh Folk Festival?

By car

Most people drive to A Taste of the Pittsburgh Folk Festival. The nearest major airport is PIT, and from there it is a straightforward drive to the venue. Check current road and traffic conditions before you set off, and see parking below.

By train

No direct passenger rail to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.

By bus & public transit
Pittsburgh Regional Transit, bus routes 36 and 41, plus the "T" light rail (Hampshire station)varies · standard PRT fare (see RidePRT.org) for both legs

A transfer from the 28X's downtown/Oakland routing onto local PRT service is required to complete the trip.

Book / info
Taxi & rideshare
Curbside taxi (outside baggage claim). Uber/Lyft pickup across the road from Door 7, Ground Levelroughly 20-25 min · priced in-app / metered

The most practical single-leg option for a one-day, single-venue festival. Beechview is a Pittsburgh neighborhood roughly 20-25 minutes from PIT by car depending on traffic.

Book / info

Taxis and rideshare such as Uber and Lyft can be limited near the venue, especially late at night or in rural areas. Agree a pickup point and time in advance and keep a backup plan.

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Where

Venue

Our Lady of Victory Maronite Church, Beechview

Camping & Accommodation

Where can I stay near A Taste of the Pittsburgh Folk Festival?

No on site camping. Here is where to stay nearby.

Budget stays 4
Best Western (Beechview area)
🍳 Breakfast

Typically $70-130 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates

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Days Inn Pittsburgh
🚶 6 min walk🍳 Breakfast

1150 Banksville Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15216

Typically $70-130 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates

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Comfort Inn & Suites Pittsburgh
🚶 6 min walk🍳 Breakfast

1100 Banksville Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15216

Typically $70-130 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates

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Fairfield Inn & Suites Pittsburgh
📍 1.8 mi from the venue🍳 Breakfast

435 Fort Pitt Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA 15219

Typically $70-130 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates

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Mid-range hotels 5
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
📍 1.9 mi from the venue

600 Commonwealth Place, Pittsburgh, PA 15222

Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates

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Joinery Hotel Pittsburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton
📍 1.9 mi from the venue

453 Boulevard of the Allies, Pittsburgh, PA 15219

Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates

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Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh
📍 1.9 mi from the venue

250 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222

Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates

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Stay Pittsburgh
📍 1.8 mi from the venue

100 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222

Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates

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Renaissance Pittsburgh Hotel
📍 2.1 mi from the venue

107 6th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222

Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates

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Treat yourself 2
DoubleTree by Hilton Pittsburgh, Green Tree

Typically $170-300 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates

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Fairmont Pittsburgh
📍 2.0 mi from the venue

510 Market Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222

Typically $350-700 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates

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Airport hotels 2
Pittsburgh Airport Inn & Suites Moon Township
📍 12.1 mi from the venue✈️ 1.2 mi from PIT

8514 University Boulevard, Moon Township, PA 15108

Typically $100-190 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates

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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Pittsburgh Airport
📍 12.2 mi from the venue✈️ 1.3 mi from PIT

8402 University Boulevard, Moon Township, PA 15108

Typically $100-190 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates

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More hotels nearby 1
The Landing Hotel at Rivers CasinoLink coming soon
Airbnb & private camping
Airbnb

Downtown Pittsburgh short-term rental supply is more plentiful than in Beechview itself.

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Hipcamp

Not a natural fit for this festival, a small, one-day, no-camping urban church-grounds event with no on-site or near-venue camping context

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Accessibility & comfort

The organizer does not publish accessibility details. Ask them directly before you travel about step-free access, accessible toilets, seating and anything else you need.

Pricing

Most recent pricing
$5 per person
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Quick answers

When is A Taste of the Pittsburgh Folk Festival 2027?

Not announced yet. The last festival was August 1, 2026. The next one is expected in August.

How much are A Taste of the Pittsburgh Folk Festival tickets?

$5 per person is the most recent price the organizer published. The next edition's prices will be confirmed when tickets go on sale.

Where is A Taste of the Pittsburgh Folk Festival held?

Our Lady of Victory Maronite Church, Beechview, Pittsburgh, PA.