What’s going on in Pittsburgh this weekend, Sept. 19-22? Find out here. Know of a cool event? Email us.Thursday, Sept. 19: Sister Soul Spectrum at the Kelly Strayhorn Theater6-8 p.m.Cultural heritage, personal identity and feminist ideology are the focal points of a new multidisciplinary exhibit presented by the #notwhite collective. On view through Dec. 15, “Sister Soul Spectrum” examines how the collective’s members are “seen (or not seen) and how they seek liberation through sharing space, telling stories, researching and making art.” Don’t miss tonight’s opening reception featuring live music, refreshments and the opportunity to meet the founders of the #notwhite collective. Tickets are pay-what-you-wish.Orrin Evans. Photo by Christopher Kayfield courtesy of the Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival.Thursday, Sept. 19-Sunday, Sept. 22: Pittsburgh International Jazz FestivalVarious timesOver the next four days, Pittsburgh jazz fans have a lot to applaud. All weekend, the rich sounds of live jazz will flow with free outdoor concerts on Liberty Avenue and ticketed events at the August Wilson Center. Featured performers include Howie Alexander, Robert Glasper, Sean Jones, Orrin Evans, Average White Band, Marsha Ambrosius and many others. Information.Thursday, Sept. 19: Glow in the Park at Schenley Plaza7-10 p.m.There’s a new gala in town with a green mission. Experience a strolling dinner concept with food stations and dancing under the stars to the sounds of DJ Digital Dave at Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy’s inaugural Glow in the Park celebration. Tickets.Friday, Sept. 20, & Saturday, Sept. 21: Mavuno Exhibition & Festival at Sweetwater Center for the Arts and Riverfront Park5-8 p.m. & 12-7 p.m.Head to Sewickley for this two-day celebration of local BIPOC artists. On Friday, Sweetwater hosts an opening reception for the multimedia “Women of Visions” exhibit showcasing the longest-running collective of Black women visual artists in the U.S. On Saturday, Riverfront Park on Chadwick Street is the site of the free Mavuno Festival featuring vendors, breweries and live music.​Friday, Sept. 20-Sunday, Sept. 22: Oktoberfest at Penn BreweryVarious timesRaise a beer stein and welcome fall with events spanning three tasty weekends. Four floors of Pittsburgh’s oldest and largest brewery will transform into a mini-Munich, complete with pretzels, kielbasa and brews. On tap this year will be Oktoberfest, Pumpkin Roll Ale, Lemon Shandy, Pumpkin Cider and more. Information. Phantom Fall Fest. Photo courtesy of Kennywood.Friday, Sept. 20-Sunday, Sept. 22: Phantom Fall Fest at KennywoodVarious timesKennywood’s haunted happening is back with its biggest fall ride lineup ever. Six weeks of terror begin tonight. The eerie extravaganza features 30 attractions with six horrifying haunts, four scare zones and 100 actors. Step into mAlice in Wonderland Unleashed, Shady Grove and Villa of the Vampire, where creatures of the night await around every corner. Hop on rides like the Aero 360, Jack Rabbit, Potato Smash Bumper Cars and sink your teeth into devilish delights at the Open Body Buffet. Families with the youngest ghouls can get into the Halloween spirit during daytime activities. Tickets.Friday, Sept. 20: A Day in the Park at Pittsburgh Center for Arts & Media6-8 p.m.This past April, 60 artists spent two days painting outdoors in Mellon Park during the Plein Air Paint Out event. Be among the first to see the results of their work at tonight’s opening reception for “A Day in the Park” juried by acclaimed Pittsburgh landscape painter, Ron Donoughe. Meet the makers and enjoy refreshments at the free event. Information.Art on Fire auction piece by Katrina Hude. Photo courtesy of the Pittsburgh Glass Center.Friday, Sept. 20: Art on Fire Celebration & Auction at the Pittsburgh Glass Center6-11 p.m.Pittsburgh’s only glass art auction is also the grand unveiling of the center’s $15 million expansion. Bid on 150 collectible pieces, party on the Vitro Patio overlooking Penn Avenue and experience performances by Attack Theatre and Iron City Circus Arts. Watch 100-degree neon and plasma demonstrations and be dazzled by Tess van Zalinge’s dress made from 500 pieces of Wissmach glass. Snack on food from Bistro To Go or grab a martini from Penn/Fairmount. Tickets.Friday, Sept. 20: Untitled (Art Party) at Carnegie Museum of Art7 p.m.Write your own story within the hallowed halls of Carnegie Museum of Art’s Sarah Scaife Gallery. Sip cocktails on the Fountain Plaza, savor cuisine in Café Carnegie and hit the dance floor with Pittsburgh’s beloved TITLE TOWN Soul & Funk Party. Tickets.Photo courtesy of the Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall.Friday, Sept. 20: HiFi: An Evening of Mid-Century Sound at Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall7 p.m.Channel your inner Peggy Olson and support the historic “Carnegie Carnegie” during this evening showcasing midcentury modern sounds and styles. Groove to sounds spanning eras with The Half Step All Stars. Sip prosecco in the lobby, join a tour of the Espy Post archives and keep the celebration going at the after-party in the Lincoln Gallery & Studio. Emceed by actor and director Daina Griffith, and journalist and music critic Jeremy Reynolds, the benefit bash supports the mission of the 125-year-old landmark. Tickets.Saturday, Sept. 21: FlyBy 5K and 2-Mile Fun Run at Pittsburgh International Airport10 a.m.Why run around a track when you can jog along a runway? This unique course gives participants access to run through the airfield and taxiways. It’s an opportunity to get a behind-the-scenes look at the airport that very few people get to see. Earn your wings with a 5K or the 2-Mile Fun Run/Walk. New this year is P3R’s on-site Sensory Trailer. Before and after the race, there will be activities, lawn games and refreshments. Register.Saturday, Sept. 21: 10th Anniversary & Grand Opening at Studebaker Metals12-7 p.m.Celebrate one decade of hand-forged goodness and the opening of Studebaker Metals’ new HQ. The metalsmithing company invites you to the party in its new shop at 3101 Smallman St. with Dancing Gnome brews, Leona’s Ice Cream treats and flash tattoos. The festivities will also include food vendors, permanent jewelry and live music. Join a studio tour and receive a free raffle ticket for a $1,000 Studebaker Gift Card. Information.Rocktoberfest. Photo courtesy of Beers of the Burgh.Saturday, Sept. 21: Rocktoberfest at SouthSide Works4-9 p.m.Grab a sampling pass to taste locally crafted brews, ciders, hard seltzers and whiskey cocktails. Putting a musical spin on Oktoberfest, this family-friendly festival celebrates the season with local bands and food purveyors. See how the power of the sun is turned into rock ‘n’ roll using Zero Fossil’s solar stage. Tickets.Saturday, Sept. 21: “POTUS Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive” at City Theatre Company5:30 p.m. & 7 p.m.What could be more timely than this “uproariously funny, feminist satire!?” Making its Pittsburgh premiere in time for election season, Selina Fillinger’s play focuses on a crisis rocking the White House and the seven women trying to keep the president out of trouble. Find out what ensues when a “crude comment, a problematic paramour and an unfortunate medical mess turn a PR nightmare into a global crisis.” Sound familiar? Tickets.Saturday, Sept. 21: Shanties and Sea Jazz on the Gateway Clipper6-9 p.m.Hop aboard The Dutchess for a “night of nautical nonsense.” While cruising along Pittsburgh’s three rivers, The Stormalong Scoundrels and Phat Man Dee will lead a three-hour tour of “theatrically musical adventures.” Jazz chanteuse stylings merge with guitars and steel pan drumming, while swashbuckling tunes fuse with ukulele and accordion. Come outfitted to win the costume contest — think pirates, squid and mermaids. Tickets.Find more things to do in Pittsburgh, including live music, outdoor recreation, farmers markets, movies and family activities.The post 15 things to do this weekend in Pittsburgh, from the Jazz Festival to Phantom Fall Fest appeared first on NEXTpittsburgh.