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Become a Member & Get Complimentary Tickets to the Festival of Combustion

By September 18, 2025Blog
A multi-generational family poses in front of Furnace #7.

Summary

Join Rivers of Steel by Sept. 30 and get complimentary tickets to the Festival of Combustion 2025! Membership includes tours, discounts, and exclusive events.

For a limited time, becoming a Rivers of Steel member comes with an extra spark!

From September 20–30, new members will receive complimentary tickets to the Festival of Combustion 2025, happening on Saturday, October 4 at the Carrie Blast Furnaces.

  • Neighbor, Individual, Dual, and Senior Memberships receive 1 free ticket.
  • Family Memberships receive 2 free tickets—and remember, kids under 18 are always free at the Festival!

Your complimentary tickets will be included in your membership confirmation email, so you’ll be ready to celebrate with us.

Sparks fly from a performance pour in front of the historic furnaces.

Why Become a Member?

Rivers of Steel’s membership program is an invitation to explore the entire National Heritage Area. As a member, you’ll enjoy:

  • Four free tickets for our flagship Carrie Blast Furnaces Industrial Tour
  • 15% off arts workshops and specialty tours
  • 10% off in our museum gift shops
  • Exclusive access to members-only offers and events throughout the year

Whether you’re curious about the region’s industrial heritage, interested in hands-on metal arts, or looking to attend signature events like the Festival of Combustion, your membership opens the door to unforgettable experiences.

Membership Levels

There’s a level for everyone:

  • Senior (62+) — $50
  • Individual (18–61) — $75
  • Dual — $100 (one adult and a guest, or one adult and one child)
  • Family — $250 (two adults and children)

Plus, for our neighbors in zip codes 15120, 15218, and 15104, we’re proud to offer a Neighbor Membership at no cost, which includes all of the benefits above.

Join Today

By becoming a member, you’re helping preserve the region’s industrial history and supporting programs that bring arts and culture to our communities.

Don’t miss this limited-time offer to join Rivers of Steel and get complimentary tickets to the Festival of Combustion—Pittsburgh’s hottest fall tradition.