The Pittsburgh Steelers are preparing for an exhilarating week of festivities across the city as they approach their regular season opener against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, September 13. This year’s Kickoff Week promises to be a vibrant celebration, engaging fans and communities throughout Pittsburgh.
As part of the festivities, the iconic Super Bowl rings from the 2026 NFL Draft Steelers Country Activation will make their way to six different neighborhoods in Pittsburgh. These rings will serve as a focal point for various activities, culminating in the home opener at Acrisure Stadium. The entire week of events is presented by Giant Eagle and UPMC, highlighting the Steelers' commitment to their community.
One of the standout activities during Kickoff Week is a collaborative art project where fans will have the opportunity to contribute to a large canvas mural using a "paint by numbers" technique. This mural, measuring an impressive 24 feet, will be unveiled at Acrisure Stadium during the home opener, symbolizing the unity and spirit of Steelers Nation.
Steelers Vice President of Strategy Dan Rooney emphasized the importance of the fans in the team's culture, stating, "What drives the Steelers is our fans. That’s why we’re bringing kickoff week excitement directly to them. After welcoming the football world to Pittsburgh for the 2026 NFL Draft, we’re taking a piece of that experience into neighborhoods across the city - giving fans a chance to relive the historic event, connect with our team’s legacy, and build excitement for the season ahead." This sentiment reflects the organization’s dedication to fostering a strong connection with its supporters.
The week will kick off on Monday, September 7, at the Patricia Rooney Memorial Fountain in Allegheny Commons Park, where fans can view the Super Bowl IX ring and participate in a matching campaign benefiting the Salvation Army Harbor Light Center. This initiative commemorates the 40th anniversary of Project Bundle-Up, a program initiated by Patricia Rooney.
On Tuesday, September 8, the festivities will move to U.S. Steel Community Field at Hazelwood Green, featuring the Super Bowl X ring and a free youth football mini-camp for children aged 6-14. Wednesday will see the Super Bowl XIII ring displayed at Schenley Plaza, located in the city's college community, which is historically significant as it is near the site of Forbes Field, where the Steelers played their inaugural home game in 1933.
Thursday's event will take place on the lawn of Point State Park, showcasing the Super Bowl XIV ring. This iconic location was previously the site of the rings' display during the 2025 NFL Draft. On Friday, September 11, the Super Bowl XL ring will be featured at Acrisure Stadium, where volunteers will participate in a nationwide initiative to honor the victims of the 9/11 attacks by packing over 248,500 meals for local families in need.
On Saturday, September 12, fans can visit the Duquesne Incline Overlook to see the Super Bowl XLIII ring and contribute to the collection of fares for the incline, furthering community engagement. The week culminates on Sunday, September 13, as the six Super Bowl rings and the fan-painted mural arrive at Acrisure Stadium, setting the stage for the highly anticipated kickoff game against the Falcons.
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