Winterfest

January 17–18, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Join us for Frick Winterfest 2026! 


The wonder of winter comes to life at Winterfest, The Frick Pittsburgh's annual celebration of this snowy season. Experience the magic of a new year with offerings for Frick fans of all ages, including live performances, artmaking activities, historic home tours, plus so much more!

Festivities

A group of teenagers singing in a choir

January 17, 10:30 AM – 3:00 PM

All is Bright

Grable Visitor Center

From the darkness of the Winter Solstice to the hoary landscape of wintertide, comes songs of light and hope. Listen as South Hills Children's Choir cantores sing songs of light and longing: the dormant world awaiting new growth and light after a sleepy season of rest.

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January 18, 1:00 – 3:00 PM

Afternoon Groove

Grable Visitor Center

Escape the winter chill and unwind with the smooth, soulful sounds of jazz pianist Royce Hearn. From cool swing to warm, velvety ballads, Royce brings a rich blend of classic and contemporary jazz to heat up the season. Let the music wrap around you like a fireside evening, filling the space with style, comfort, and timeless groove. Cozy up and enjoy a winter moment you won't forget – presented by Embertainment.

A woman and a child explore the kitchen of a historic home

January 17 & 18, 10:00 – 4:00 PM

Explore the first floor of Clayton, the last remaining home of its kind in Pittsburgh, standing as a testament to another era and offering unique insights into our city's past. Deepen your experience with hands-on activities!

$5 per person. Members enter free. Tickets can be purchased at the Grable Visitor Center. Last entry is at 4:00 p.m.

A man shapes a clear glass piece with tongs

January 17 & 18, 12:00 – 3:00 PM

North Lawn Path

Furnace-fired fun fueled by Pittsburgh Glass Center. Artists will conduct glass blowing demonstrations from this compact traveling glass studio, answer questions, and talk about the art and science of glassmaking.

A woman and young girl in winter coats explore a greenhouse

January 17 & 18, 10:00 – 5:00 PM

Throughout the Frick's Grounds

Scavenger Hunt

Put on your detective hat and explore the Frick’s grounds on a special scavenger hunt! Can you find the hidden snowmen? Visit the Grable Visitor Center to claim a prize once you’ve spotted them all!

Winter Wish Sculpture

Make your winter wish and contribute to our interactive ribbon sculpture along the trellis outside the Car & Carriage Museum!

Walking Path

Wander the walking path and explore the Frick's 10-acre site. Turn an ear to history with the Duquesne SoundWalk, adding a new layer of dimensionality to your experience!

Greenhouse

Explore our active greenhouse, a renovation and partial reconstruction of one that served the Frick family from 1897 through the 1970s. While you’re there, check out Pittsburgh-based artist Atticus Adams’ installation Catching Sunbeams from the Porch Swing of Wisteria Castle.

A man and young girl sit at a table with markers and art supplies

January 17 & 18, 10:00 – 5:00 PM

Artmaking Activities

Community Room, Education Center

Enjoy a variety of artmaking activities designed for visitors of all ages! Add to a collaborative mural in the Community Room and make a snowman puppet and winter landscape in the Education Center.

January 17 & 18, 10:00 – 5:00 PM

History Mystery Table

Grable Visitor Center

Test your deduction skills at the History Mystery table in the Grable Visitor Center! Use clues to figure out the use of different Gilded Age tools.

Two young girls in winter coats smile while holding cups of hot chocolate

January 17 & 18, 11:00 – 3:00 PM

Community Room

Beat the winter cold and warm up with a cup of hot chocolate! One hot chocolate per person. Available while supplies last.

A young girl smiles as she sits behind the wheel of a vintage car

January 17 & 18, 10:00 – 5:00 PM

Car and Carriage Museum

Travel back to the time of horse-drawn carriages, see some of the first horseless carriages to impact Pittsburgh, and learn about Pittsburgh's role in the developing automobile industry.

Frick Art Museum

Experience the Frick's collection of fine and decorative arts in an Italian-Renaissance style building. Highlights include French 18th-century and early Italian Renaissance paintings, Baroque bronzes, and extraordinary Chinese porcelains.

A woman and a young girl sit at a table eating food

January 17 & 18, 9:30 – 3:00 PM

Dining at The Café at the Frick

Enjoy picturesque views of the Frick’s festive grounds while you savor seasonal foods and warm drinks.

PLEASE NOTE: Due to expected attendance, table availability will be very limited and lines may grow long. Additional seating will be available in the Community Room and Education Center. Skip the wait by ordering ahead online!

January 17 & 18, 10:00 – 5:00 PM

Shopping at the Frick Museum Store

Grable Visitor Center

Find gifts and merchandise at the Frick Museum Store, offering a curated selection of books, accessories, décor, and more, located inside the Grable Visitor Center. Become a member to receive 10% off every purchase!

A woman on a stage playing a set of bowls

January 18, 4:00 – 5:30 PM

The Frick Art Museum Auditorium

After enjoying a fun day of free Winterfest activities, drift into a “deep listening” meditation with the beautifully harmonious tones of crystal bowls as Brooke Smokelin guides you to slow down, reset your seasonal rhythm, and begin the year with clarity and calm.

This is a paid program. Advance registration recommended but walk-ups are welcome.

Thank you to our Sponsor

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