(PITTSBURGH, PA) – VisitPITTSBURGH announced the release of its 2026 Insider's Guide, the official visitors guide designed to inspire travelers to explore Pittsburgh in every season. To celebrate the launch, VisitPITTSBURGH is also introducing a social media sweepstakes offering four winners the chance to experience a 4-day, 3-night Pittsburgh getaway, complete with airfare, hotel accommodations and more. 

The 2026 Insider's Guide invites readers to go beyond the expected and experience Pittsburgh through local voices, authentic neighborhoods and immersive storytelling. From world-class arts and culture to iconic sports moments, outdoor adventure and food-forward experiences, the guide positions Pittsburgh as a dynamic, year-round destination worth discovering again and again.

“Pittsburgh continues to surprise and inspire, and the 2026 Insider's Guide reflects the energy, creativity and momentum shaping our destination,” said Jerad Bachar, President & CEO of VisitPITTSBURGH. “This year's guide celebrates our neighborhoods, our people and the experiences that make Pittsburgh unforgettable—and we're excited to offer travelers an exciting opportunity to plan their own visit and experience it firsthand through the sweepstakes.”

New for 2026: Insider's Guide Sweepstakes

To amplify the launch, VisitPITTSBURGH is hosting a social-first sweepstakes highlighting Pittsburgh as a four-season destination. Four winners will each receive a customizable Pittsburgh getaway, including:

• 4-day, 3-night stay in Pittsburgh
• Roundtrip airfare for two 

• A pair of attractions or experience tickets  

• $500 Visa ® Gift Card

The sweepstakes runs January 20–29, 2026, with flexible travel available through December 31, 2026. Entries are collected through VisitPITTSBURGH's Instagram and Facebook channels, offering a low-barrier, digital-first way for travelers to engage with the destination. Details on how to enter can be found at VisitPITTSBURGH.com.

Inside the 2026 Insider's Guide
Designed as a modern travel companion, the 2026 Insider's Guide blends editorial storytelling with practical trip-planning tools, seasonal inspiration and interactive elements. Highlights include:

• Four Seasons of Pittsburgh: Experiences and itineraries showcasing the city year-round
• Neighborhood Spotlights: Stories and recommendations from across Pittsburgh's 90 neighborhoods
• Major Moments in 2026: Coverage of milestone events, including the 2026 NFL Draft, America's 250th anniversary and the 59th Carnegie International
• Draft Your Trip: Interactive trip-planning sections allowing readers to build a personalized Pittsburgh itinerary
• Accessible & Inclusive Travel: Resources and features spotlighting accessible attractions and experiences

More than 150,000 copies of the 2026 Insider's Guide will be distributed through VisitPITTSBURGH visitor centers, partner locations, events and by mail upon request.

To request a copy, enter the sweepstakes or explore the 2026 Insider's Guide digitally, visit VisitPITTSBURGH.com.

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VisitPITTSBURGH is the official tourism marketing and promotion agency of the Pittsburgh region.

The organization is dedicated to generating business events, sports events, and leisure travel for Allegheny County.