For Immediate Release
June 25, 2008
Contact:
Hollie Plevyak
(412) 325-0153
hplevyak@downtownpittsburgh.com
PITTSBURGH, PA-- This Sunday, Downtown will welcome as many as 75,000 people for the American Eagle Outfitters Tour of Pennsylvania Bike Race. As part of this signature Pittsburgh 250 event, the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership is hosting a Berry Festival in Market Square. Sand Hill Berries brings their berry-delicious collection of berries, pies, jams and wine to the celebration.
Festival activities include pie-eating contests, food and drink samplings, berry-themed games, prizes, music, the Pittsburgh Chess Club, children’s crafts and activities. The event will be held from 2 – 7:30 p.m. this Sunday, June 29 right in the heart of Downtown—Market Square. Come celebrate the fruits of summer and bring your friends and family.
For information on street closures due to the bike race, visit www.tourofpa.comor www.imaginepittsburgh.com.
Also, don’t forget to mark your calendars for Saturday, July 26. Market Square will host its second Water Balloon Fight. Beat the heat and join fellow Pittsburghers in celebrating summer in our unique Downtown. For more information about the Market Square Water Balloon Fight and other events and activities taking place this summer in Market Square, visit www.DowntownPittsburgh.com.
About the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership
The Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership (PDP) is a dynamic, nonprofit organization comprised of business and community leaders, property owners, civic organizations, foundations and residents who provide energy, vision and advocacy for Downtown Pittsburgh. Working collaboratively with its partners, the PDP strives to create a positive Downtown experience for residents, workers and visitors alike. The PDP’s strategic initiatives include clean and safe services, transportation, housing and economic development and advocacy. For more information, visit www.DowntownPittsburgh.com.
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