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HIGHLAND PARK SATURDAY, MAY 2, 2026

Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a cherished Pittsburgh tradition, where fashion meets philanthropy in the most picturesque setting imaginable.

Taking place on Saturday, May 2, in the beautiful and historic Highland Park, this year’s Spring Hat Luncheon celebration promises to be truly special. 

This event is not just a feast for the senses—it's a celebration of community and commitment to preserving the natural treasures of Pittsburgh. Proceeds from the Spring Hat Luncheon directly ensure the ongoing care and enhancement of our beloved green spaces. These funds are essential to the Parks Conservancy’s mission, supporting the care of vibrant garden spaces in more than a dozen city parks, helping us sustain our abundant free programming, environmental education initiatives, and so much more. This year, a portion of the proceeds will also bolster exciting restoration efforts in cherished spaces like Mellon Park, Flagstaff Hill, McKinley Park, and other vital community gathering spots.

Interested in becoming a committee member? Hat Luncheon Committee members are critical supporters of the event and demonstrate that the well-being of our city’s public parks is a priority. For more information on becoming a member of this year’s Committee, please email Sophie Gage at sgage@pittsburghparks.org.

2026 Spring Hat Luncheon Digital Invitation

EVENT Chairs Emeritus

Ritchie Battle • Audrey Hillman Fisher

EVENT CO-CHAIRS

Maris Dauer • Jessica Stoecklein DeFelice • Michael Lin

Sally McCrady • Geovette Washington

EVENT Vice Chairs

Olivia Cochran • Paul J. Gitnik • Ali Gumberg •  Mara Leff Koperwas • Simone Lignelli • Michael W. Mann David Onufer • Sarah Meehan Parker • Paul Purdy

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THANK YOU TO OUR 2026 SPONSORS

A yellow sun hat with a flower, accompanied by the word "Presenting" in a stylish font.

Logo of PNC Bank featuring an orange circle with a triangular design and the letters "PNC" in dark gray.


A light blue fedora hat with a pink flower and green band, accompanied by the text "Fountain Fedora" below.

Ritchie Battle • Vivian & Bill Benter • Susie Dorrance • Audrey Hillman Fisher • Jim Spencer & Michael Lin


A green trilby hat with a blue band above the text "Trailblazer Trilby" in a stylish font.

Debra Kline Demchak

            Simpson McCrady Logo


A stylized blue cap with a ribbon above the text "Grove Gatsby" in a flowing font.

Text design featuring "THE 1978 COLLECTION" in a stylized font.

Logo featuring a green tree graphic with the text "BARTLETT TREE EXPERTS" and "SCIENTIFIC TREE CARE SINCE 1907."       text

Logo of Peoples, featuring a blue flame and the text "An Essential Utilities Company."

    Logo for the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix featuring a vintage race car and the text "Motorsport Festival."                  Logo of the University of Pittsburgh featuring a shield with blue and gold colors, including a checkered pattern and crowns.

Daniel I. Booker • Paul J. Gitnik • Simone Lignelli • Catherine H. Loevner • Peggy McKnight • Patricia D. Staley Geovette E. Washington & Jeffrey D. Robinson


A stylized green beret with a blue flower, accompanied by the text "Garden Beret" in a playful font.

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Joan Clark Davis Jessica Stoecklein DeFelice • Julie Dever Linda DiBucci • Mara Leff Koperwas Robert Levin Jean E. Novak David Onufer & Paul Purdy • Sloan Overstrom • The Qureshi Family • Juliet L. H. Simonds 


Special thanks to the following event providers: 

Logo design for "Wallflower" featuring bold typography. Tagline includes "Concert Lighting | Event Design."

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Interested in becoming a 2026 PNC Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy Spring Hat Luncheon sponsor? 

COMMITMENT FORM

Ready to support the annual Spring Hat Luncheon? Complete the sponsorship commitment form!

QUESTIONS?

Please contact Sophie Gage at sgage@pittsburghparks.org or 412-682-7275 with any questions.