April 4, 2025

Hello!

It's only four days into April, but we couldn't wait to update you all!

N.I.T.E. School is back in session, there are new state laws, and more info on the 2026 Draft.

Don't wait, many of the resources below have registration/application deadlines quickly approaching.

So what are you doing still reading this intro?!

Cheers,

Allison Harnden and Bret Kunash,

Office of Nighttime Economy

O.N.E UPDATES

Night Industries Training & Education - Only 10 Seats Left!

What are Your Socializing Habits?

CITY/STATE UPDATES

Real ID Deadline Approaches

It's getting down to crunch time!

Make sure your own I. D. is up to date and teach your staff how to read this new format to age verify customers.

Here's everything you need to know.

Attention Business Owners, New State Law

A new state law requires you to file an annual report. Find your deadline and report on time! Click on the image below for more details.

GET NOTICED AND GET MORE BUSINESS

2026 Draft Procurement Program Extended...

The application deadline for businesses wanting to be a part of the 2026 draft procurement process has been extended to May 7, 2025

Check out www.2026nflDraftSuppliers.com for all the info and to apply.

TIP: Want to prepare to position your business before applying? See "Unlocking Contract Opportunities" under the Webinars section below.

PRLA Celebrates Pittsburgh

Nominations are due MAY 5!

Celebrate Excellence in the Pittsburgh Restaurant Industry

Nominate outstanding individuals and businesses for the Pittsburgh Spirit of Hospitality Awards by May 5

Click here to find out more

INDUSTRY NEWS & TRENDS

Vote Now for Best of the 'Burgh

Time to Cast your Ballot

If you're nominated - promote the vote.

If not, support your peers in three

nighttime economy categories:

Entertainment & Leisure
Food & Restaurants
Drinks & Beverages

Voting is open April 2- April 22

Click here to read

Earth Month

Want to Work toward a Sustainability Commitment?

Sustainable Pittsburgh’s recognition programs provides a step by step process to track and measure sustainability progress. This voluntary programs presents a framework your business can use to drive measurable impact.

Learn more HERE

Small Business Week is May 4 - 10

Free Virtual Summit May 6 + 7

This free, 2 day, virtual summit promises to give you tools and information that will transform your business.

Click here to register at no cost

Non-Alcohol Drinks Still Trending up

How many n/a beers do you stock?

This article claims "n/a brews are driving beer innovation."

What do you think?

Check out the whole article here

GRANTS

Summer of Engagement: Mini Grants

More info by clicking here City of Pittsburgh is looking to engage 30,000 residents across our 90 neighborhoods to bring a shared vision that connects and aligns future neighborhood plans.

These mini grants will allow recipients to enhance existing, pre-vetted community events by incorporating interactive stations related to the comprehensive planning process.

Applications are open now, click the link for all the information

Boost Your Arts & Culture Event

Apply for Marketing Support from Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council's new community marketing initiative!

Submit one event of your choosing occurring between June 1 and August 15, 2025 for consideration for GPAC's spring campaign. Deadline April 15, 2025

Application for Spring Marketing Support

WEBINARS/TRAINING

UP YOUR GAME, Win a NFL 2026 Draft Contract

Learn effective ways to win contracts with major corporations and be ready for the 2026 NFL Draft

Certified for Success: Unlocking Contract Opportunities

📅 April 9, 2025

🕐 1:00 PM EST / 10:00 AM PST

Cost: Free | Recording available to all registrants

MUSICARES: A Lifeline For Music Industry Professionals

On April 17th NIVF will explore the wide range of support MusiCares offers, including financial aid, preventive healthcare, mental health resources, addiction recovery, disaster relief, and career sustainability programs.

Click here or the image below to register

KUDOS! PGH FOOD BEV & ENT. IN THE NEWS

World's Best Cheese Pizza!

Slice on Broadway took home one of the top prizes this year at the International Pizza Expo in Las Vegas!

Fet Fisk James Beard Award Nom!

Fet Fisk is once again up for a James Beard Award, the nation's foremost culinary honors.

Finalists will be announced in June 16th in Chicago.

Check out the article in Pittsburgh Mag

PGH Employee Fired for Having Food Handler’s License?!?

If you're looking for a good employee or just some April Fool's Fun...

Check out The Hard Times for the whole story.

KUDOS!

If your establishment has been recognized, let us know!

PEER CONNECTION

Three Rivers Beer Week 4/9 - 4/13

Three Rivers Beer Week will be a celebration of our vibrant beer scene…

and the brewers, workers and supporters who make it possible.

All the info is right here!

Join 14 Other Pittsburghers at the Sociable City Summit

We are more than excited to highlight our Sociable City Team's Sessions. We are so proud of all our community and business partners!

14 Pittsburgh businesses, neighborhood groups and commercial district managers from Downtown, Oakland, Lawrenceville and South Side are joining us to attend this unique conference. The host city is a learning laboratory and taps the knowledge of presenters and attendees alike on how to create safe, vibrant daylife and nightlife.

The Summit convenes innovators from multiple fields, including economic development, law enforcement, business district management, city planning, nighttime venue operations and more.

Under payment, click Check/Invoice and pay later

You can also cancel by April 7, 2025 and get a full refund

Contact Allison.Harnden@pittsburghpa.gov for a $200 discount code

Tell us About your Service Industry Night!

Help us celebrate the front line workers that make our night's shine.

Build a real social network of peers to learn from and lean on!

Kulcher - Sundays 8 -12

Allegheny Wine Mixer - Sunday's, 20% off service industry

Urban Tap - Mondays, 9 - 12, $5 select cocktails, $5 wine, 1/2 off drafts & shareables

Arsenal Bowl - 9pm - 12am

Con Alma – Monday's, 9 – 11pm

Fig and Ash – March 30th, 412-321-2222 to snag your spot

Helltown Taproom in the Strip – Tuesday's, 6pm – 9pm

Howl At The Moon - Wednesday's, 25% off bar tab with proof of employment

Tell us about your Service Industry night and we'll be sure to include it in the next post. Bret@pittsburghpa.gov

Do you Have a Space to Rent?

Have Space to Host for Parties?

Several people have contacted us asking where they can hold their holiday parties and special events. Do you have a private dining room or event space? Let us know and we'll add you to our list.

Send details to Bret.Kunash@pittsburghpa.gov

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100 Things To Do In Pittsburgh

(before your graduate)

The City of Pittsburgh’s Office of Nighttime Economy launched a social media campaign to showcase diverse, fun activities available to people under 21, the campaign aims to create awareness of the many opportunities for students and residents to connect socially with others in a variety of settings.

Follow along all year on Instagram @PghAtNight and Facebook @PghNightEcon

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