Preparing for a Large Scale Event
The City of Pittsburgh is expecting hundreds of thousands of fans to visit from April 23-25th, 2026. We encourage fans and residents to prepare for transportation delays, road closures, and various influx of needs during this event. No matter the situation, the specialists at 211 listen, identify underlying problems, and connect people in need with resources and services in their community.
If you need assistance now, you can call 211, text your zip code to 898-211, use our chat to contact us, or search the various resources below for more information.
Local Resources
Search local health and human resources in Pennsylvania with PA 211. Select a resource and enter your zip code to look for programs in your area. To get help from one of our resource navigators with anything from housing to mental health, text your zip code to 898-211 or dial 211.
For traffic delays and checking conditions on major roadways, weather conditions, and traffic information visit 511PA.com for more information. Visitors and residents should expect closures and delays with non-essential government agencies and other businesses during this time.
For more information on the NFL Draft, please visit visitpittsburgh.com for details on visitor and transportation guides.
Programs that acquire food products through donations, canned food drives, food bank programs or direct purchase and distribute the food to people who are in emergency situations.
Programs that seek to meet the basic shelter needs by providing temporary shelter for people who are in emergency situations, home improvement programs, housing location assistance and a variety of housing alternatives.
Programs that provide for the basic transportation needs including the local and long-distance conveyance of people and goods, and special arrangements for older adults, people with disabilities and other community residents who have no personal transportation and are unable to utilize public transportation. Also included are programs that provide information, emergency assistance and other supportive services to meet the needs of tourists, travelers and other visitors.
Resources are available to assist in helping recognize signs of exploitation, provide tools for harm reduction, and can provide immediate assistance with trauma-informed support.
