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Celebrate five years of Pittsburgh music, holiday cheer, and giving back! A Very Yinzer Christmas returns to the Benedum Center on Wednesday, December 9, 2026, bringing together an all-star lineup of Pittsburgh music favorites for an unforgettable evening of holiday classics, special collaborations, and Yinzer spirit. 

Proceeds benefit Band Together Pittsburgh, a local organization that creates music programs for individuals on the autism spectrum. 

Featured performers include Scott Blasey of The Clarks, Joe Grushecky and the Houserockers, Jeff Jimerson, Clinton Clegg of The Commonheart, Joe Wodarek of The Stickers/51 South, Johnny Angel, Bill Deasy, Bailey Taylor, Pete Hewlett, Jon Belan of Gene the Werewolf, John Vento of Nied’s Hotel Band, David Granati, Bill Toms, Mark Eddie, Josie Sal, Melinda Colaizzi, Jack Wilder, Joey & Emma Wodarek, and more. The evening also features special performances by members of Band Together Pittsburgh, surprise guests, and a special presentation honoring Rocky Bleier. 

Backing this incredible lineup is the Yinzer House Band, featuring Rick Witkowski (B.E. Taylor/Crack the Sky), Jamie Peck (B.E. Taylor/51 South), Rob James (The Clarks), the Soulville Horn Section, Herb Schweitzer (Airborne), Willy Franklin, Matt Barranti, and more. 

Join us for a fifth-anniversary celebration filled with music, community, and heart—and kick off the holidays in true Yinzer fashion! 

Created and produced by Joe Wodarek.