Community Day

Jun 6, 2026 | 10 A.M. - 2 P.M.

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School’s Out Community Day

School is out, and we’re celebrating with a FREE Community Day on Saturday, June 6th, from 10 A.M. to 2 P.M.

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Admission is free, but guests MUST register in advance.

Activities:

🎈 Special Giveaways

🎈 PNC Innovation Zone Fun (for ages 10+)

🎈 Movie Screenings in the Select Medical Digital Cinema

🎈 Admission to the UPMC Science Center (Permanent Exhibits)

Please note: Whitaker Center will have abbreviated hours on Community Day and will close at 2 P.M.

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