The Roberto Clemente Bridge has closed to vehicle traffic as crews begin setting up for Pittsburgh Oktoberfest, which will transform the iconic span and surrounding Downtown area into the centerpiece of the annual celebration.
The festival runs Oct. 1 through Oct. 11 and is expected to bring thousands of visitors to Pittsburgh for live music, German-inspired food, beer gardens and family-friendly entertainment.
Workers have started preparing the bridge and nearby event spaces ahead of the nearly two-week festival, which will stretch across parts of downtown and the North Shore. Organizers expect the event to once again draw large crowds to the city’s riverfront, offering attendees a mix of traditional Oktoberfest attractions, cultural experiences and live performances…