Steelers football is back at Acrisure Stadium for two preseason home games — the Packers on Thursday, August 13 and the Jets on Friday, August 21, 2026, both at 7 PM. It’s the first black-and-gold at home of the year, and a low-key, fun weekend to bring the crew in.
Why a home beats a hotel: tailgate space, a kitchen and grill, parking, and room for everyone — a short hop to the North Shore and back. Note the Packers game (Aug 13) shares the night with Zac Brown Band at PPG Paints Arena and falls in the same weekend as Little Italy Days, so the city’s lively.
Make a night of it with our Pittsburgh food guide and Things to Do in Pittsburgh.
Where to stay. Rivers & Steel City Homes — full homes near the North Shore, 2,700+ guests since 2018, book direct and save 5–15% over Airbnb and VRBO. riversandsteel.com/search.
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