The Last Splash

With another incredible season of Shore Thing winding down, we couldn’t wave goodbye without one Last Splash.
The Last Splash is our heartfelt farewell that celebrates the memories made along the Allegheny River this year and looks ahead to Shore Thing’s return next spring. Alongside live music (including the popular, brass-driven Beauty Slap), food and drinks, and family-friendly activities, the day will also feature River Revel at Last Splash, a participatory celebration of Pittsburgh’s rivers through puppetry, pageantry, music, making, and collective play developed by artist Cheryl Capezzuti and Shiftworks Community + Public Arts in collaboration with Riverlife.
Throughout the afternoon, visitors will be invited to try on and animate a collection of large-scale puppets, including Cheryl’s existing work and new river-creature puppets created through community workshops. A drop-in make-and-take activity will give participants the chance to create simple river creatures of their own. The day will culminate in the Great River Creature Parade, bringing together puppeteers, musicians, families, artists, and community participants for a joyful procession along the riverfront, followed by a puppet dance party at Shore Thing.
The Last Splash will also feature the return of Catherine Trendz, with artist and designer Imani Betts leading guests in making upcycled tote bags using recycled materials and eco-friendly art supplies.

Saturday, October 10, 2026 from 12 – 5 pm
Live music and DJs throughout the day
Make-and-take activity and puppet try-ons with Cheryl Capezzuti
Sustainable fashion tote bag station with Catherine Trendz from 12 – 3 pm
Beauty Slap performance from 2 – 3:30 pm
The Great River Creature Parade at 3:30 pm
DJ Inception after-party from 5 – 7 pm

Whether you’re a regular visitor to Shore Thing or looking for an excuse to finally visit, you’ll find something to love at the Last Splash. It’s free, it’s fun, and it’s bound to make waves!