What Is "Best Of PGH"?
Pittsburgh City Paper's "Best of PGH" issue celebrates the most influential, underrated, dynamic, and all-around best businesses, creators, events, and leaders in our community. We team up with our readers to unearth hidden gems and reward old faithfuls, bringing you a jam-packed issue that serves as your key to the city all year round.🏆✨
TIMELINE 2025
VOTE AUGUST 1 - AUGUST 22
The top five nominees in each category will advance to the voting round. Each nominee can only move on in three categories. You may vote once per day, per category. Winners will be notified in late August. Winners will be announced in print and online September 17.
The top five nominees in each category will advance to the voting round. Each nominee can only move on in three categories. You may vote once per day, per category. Winners will be notified in late August. Winners will be announced in print and online September 17.
NOMINATE JULY 1 - JULY 26
You may nominate once per day, per category. Each nominee can only move on in three categories. The top five finalists in each category will be notified in late July.
You may nominate once per day, per category. Each nominee can only move on in three categories. The top five finalists in each category will be notified in late July.
BEST OF 2025 Party
Join us at Mr. Smalls on September 17th!
Join us at Mr. Smalls on September 17th!
BEST OF Marketing Toolkit
Download free graphics and posters for your own promotion during the nominations and voting round.
Download free graphics and posters for your own promotion during the nominations and voting round.
BEST OF Frequently Asked Questions
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Advertising and Sponsorship Packages
Find out how to elevate your business during our BEST OF Readers Poll and Party.
Find out how to elevate your business during our BEST OF Readers Poll and Party.