PITTSBURGH (Dec. 1, 2025) — The City of Pittsburgh will host a community celebration honoring the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC for winning their first-ever USL Championship title, following their remarkable Eastern Conference Final victory and a dramatic shootout win over Tulsa in the USL Championship Final. This historic achievement marks the Hounds’ first appearance and victory in a championship match.
The celebration will take place on Thursday, December 4th at noon on Grant Street in Downtown Pittsburgh, featuring a rally, remarks, and a special opportunity for fans to meet the team and take photos with the USL Championship trophy and Eastern Conference trophy.
WHO: Mayor Ed Gainey; Allegheny County Executive Sara Innamorato; Riverhounds President Jeff Garner; Riverhounds players and coaching staff; elected officials; members of Pittsburgh City Council; and other officials.
WHAT: Championship Rally and Program – noon to 1PM. Receiving line & Photo Opportunity with the USL Championship Cup and Conference Cup – 1PM to 2PM.
WHEN: Thursday, December 4th at noon
WHERE: 414 Grant Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Traffic and Road Closures
To accommodate the celebration, the following traffic restrictions will be in place on Thursday, December 4th.
- Grant Street will be closed between Fourth Avenue and Forbes Avenue from approximately 10:30 AM to 2:00 PM.
- Traffic will be detoured off Grant Street at both Boulevard of the Allies and Third Avenue to reduce congestion on Fourth Avenue.
- Fourth Avenue will remain open to allow cross traffic traveling toward Ross Street or turning right onto Grant Street.
Motorists are advised to plan travel accordingly and expect increased pedestrian activity in the area.
ABOUT THE RIVERHOUNDS’ VICTORY
The Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC captured their first USL Championship title after a season of grit, hard-fought performances and resilience. Their run through the USL Championship Playoffs, capped by a dramatic and thrilling shootout triumph over Tulsa in the final, have energized fans across the region and cemented this season as the most exciting in club history. This championship marks a long-awaited and historic moment for Pittsburgh sports.
