Piedmont Heights Alliance Announces Bigger and Better PiHi Day 2026

Annual community celebration returns with neighborhood cleanup and pie competition

Mar. 14, 2026 at 1:30pm

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The PiHi Alliance, in partnership with the Piedmont Heights Civic Association, is excited to announce the return of the annual PiHi Day celebration on Saturday, March 14, 2026. The day will begin with a 2-mile community cleanup effort around Ansley Mall and the Atlanta BeltLine's Eastside Trail, followed by a 'PiHi Day Pie-Off' to establish Piedmont Heights as the 'Pie Capital of Atlanta'.

Why it matters

PiHi Day is a longstanding community tradition that brings together residents of the Piedmont Heights neighborhood to celebrate their local businesses and pride in the area. The event's growth signals increased community engagement and a commitment to making Piedmont Heights an even more vibrant and welcoming place.

The details

The 'Beautify PiHi' cleanup effort will have volunteers collecting trash and showing their commitment to the neighborhood and its small businesses. Following the cleanup, the 'PiHi Day Pie-Off' will encourage the community to support local restaurants by sampling their featured pie dishes, with the goal of establishing Piedmont Heights as the 'Pie Capital of Atlanta'.

  • PiHi Day 2026 will take place on Saturday, March 14.
  • The 'Beautify PiHi' cleanup will occur in the morning.

The players

PiHi Alliance

A community organization partnering with the Piedmont Heights Civic Association to host the annual PiHi Day celebration.

Piedmont Heights Civic Association

A local civic group collaborating with the PiHi Alliance on the PiHi Day event.

Ansley Mall

A shopping center in the Piedmont Heights neighborhood that will serve as a focal point for the community cleanup effort.

Atlanta BeltLine

The Eastside Trail of the Atlanta BeltLine, a popular urban greenway, will also be part of the cleanup area.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

What’s next

Volunteers can sign up for the cleanup effort on the event website, and the community is encouraged to follow @PiHiAlliance on social media for updates on the participating restaurants and their featured pie dishes.

The takeaway

PiHi Day is a cherished annual tradition that brings the Piedmont Heights community together to celebrate their neighborhood, support local businesses, and take pride in their shared identity as the 'Pie Capital of Atlanta'.