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With more than 50 restaurants in walking distance to theaters, the Cultural District offers a wide variety of dining options to satisfy your personal tastes and budget. Enjoying a relaxing meal before a show or capping off the evening with cocktails and dessert add to a pleasurable experience in the Cultural District.

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A Pittsburgh Cultural District-wide gift card can be used to purchase tickets for Pittsburgh Cultural Trust events as well as any event taking place in the Cultural District. With so many exciting shows, concerts, and exhibitions, there is truly something for everyone!

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The Cultural District is accessible by public transportation, including Port Authority buses, "T" light-rail service and Pittsburgh's famous inclines. Driving to the show? There is also ample parking in and around the District -- for real-time garage parking information, try ParkPGH.

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FAQs

Is Architects of Air: Daedalum open right now?

Operating hours for Architects of Air: Daedalum are:

Now through August 20, 2023
Fri August 11 — 5 PM to 9 PM
Fri August 18 — 5 PM to 6 PM
Sat — 1 PM to 9 PM
Sun — 12 PM to 4 PM

We are a hardy group in Pittsburgh. Architects of Air: Daedalum will be operating rain or shine during open hours unless otherwise noted. We only close down when weather presents a safety hazard. Status updates will be posted to this page in the event of weather-related interruptions.

Where is Architects of Air: Daedalum?

Architects of Air: Daedalum will take place in the Backyard at 8th & Penn sponsored by the Giant Eagle Foundation. The Cultural District location is easily accessible by foot, bike, public transportation, and car.

What should I wear?

Wear whatever you feel comfortable in! Shoes must be removed prior to entering Architects of Air: Daedalum. Guest who must wear a medically-necessary orthopedic walking boot will be permitted to enter the luminarium without removing this footwear.

Do children need tickets to attend?

This event is designated for all ages. If a child has reached their first birthday, they must have a ticket for entry. Children younger than 12 months will be admitted without a ticket. Minors under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult while inside the luminarium & there must be one adult present for every four (4) children.

Is the experience affected by the weather?

Architects of Air: Daedalum is a large outdoor inflatable structure and may be subject to delays or closure due to inclement weather such as heavy rain, wind, and storms. The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust will be in contact with ticketholders if weather conditions impact their performance.

Is the experience accessible?

Architects of Air: Daedalum is accessible for wheelchair users and people with mobility difficulties.

Is the interior of the space climate controlled?

Yes! The interior of Architects of Air: Daedalum is air conditioned.

Are there bathrooms on site?

Portable restrooms are available in the Backyard at 8th & Penn sponsored by the Giant Eagle Foundation, where Architects of Air: Daedalum is located.

Is capacity limited inside the structure?

Yes — only a certain number of people are allowed into Architects of Air: Daedalum at one time. Our team will manage the flow of traffic into and out of the space. Please be aware that your selected performance time is when you will be permitted entry into the on-site queue. There may be additional wait times after this point for you to enter into the luminarium, please plan accordingly to allow enough time to explore all that Architects of Air: Daedalum has to offer.

Are concessions available on site?

Food trucks and drinks — courtesy of Trace Brewing, Necromancer Brewing, Pittsburgh Mobile Bars, and Franktuary — will be on site at the Backyard at 8th & Penn sponsored by the Giant Eagle Foundation every day Architects of Air: Daedalum is open. Learn more at TrustArts.org/BACKYARD.