Swann Memorial Fountain at Logan Circle
‘Enjoying Philadelphia In The Summer!’
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Enjoy the many FREE museum exhibits, Science On Tap, Untapped: Pick Your Poison, Quizzo at the Plough & the Stars (win $100), Philadelphia Phillies vs Chicago Cubs, Marvel Exhibit at The Franklin Institute, Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults, The Oval +, Outdoor Movie Screenings, Franklin Square Fountain Show, Summer Nights at the Penn Museum, Center City Sips, Garden Party At Philadelphia’s Magic Garden, Movie Nights at Schuylkill Banks, Sittin’ In featuring Ernest Stuart at the Kimmel Center, Parks On Tap, Night Market Fairmount, Movie Screenings Under the Stars at Penn’s Landing, String Band Music Under the Stars, Old City Eats, Hidden Lives Illuminated At Eastern State Penitentiary, Baltimore Avenue Dollar Stroll, Pictures in the Park at Dilworth Park, Philadelphia Phillies vs San Diego Padres, Festival of India, Caribbean Festival, Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens, Spruce Street Harbor Park and the Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest, Yards Brewing Co Tours, Irish Sessions at Plough and the Stars and so much more, you might need a vacation after this week!
Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours ~ Month of August ~ Come check out the many Mural Arts tours throughout Philadelphia. ~ Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours for August 2019 or 215-925-3633. ~ About Philadelphia Mural Arts ~
Science On Tap, Untapped: Pick Your Poison ~ August 12 ~ From 6 pm – 8 pm at the Mütter Museum at 19 S. 22nd Street. Explore the history and science behind man-made and naturally occurring poisonous substances while imbibing on decidedly less toxic drinks and snacks! ~ Science On Tap, Untapped: Pick Your Poison ~
Quizzo at The Plough & the Stars ~ August 12 ~ Win $100! Starting at 9 pm enjoy quizzo at the Plough & the Stars in Old City! Big Money!! ~ Quizzo at The Plough & the Stars ~
The Oval + ~ August 12 – 18 ~ Throughout the week, from 11 am to 11 pm, kids can enjoy games, music, movies, food trucks and more. Adults can enjoy special events and a beer garden. ~ The Oval + ~
Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults ~ August 12 – September 2 ~ FREE – Explore the many FREE historical activities and events throughout the year in Philadelphia. Many of which are made just for kids, allowing for quality family fun time. Such activities as Once Upon a Time Storytelling Benches, Join the Continental Army, End of Day Declaration readings, Independence After Hours and more. ~ Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults ~
Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit at The Franklin Institute ~ August 12 – September 2 ~ Held at the Franklin Institute at 222 N. 20th Street. Fans of the superhero comics and movies get a look at Marvel iconic memorabilia, to include original Spider-Man art, T’Challa’s Black Panther costume, movie props and concept sketches. The exhibition also promises immersive experiences, like Doctor Strange’s mirror dimension. ~ Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit ~
Spruce Street Harbor Park ~ August 12 – September 2 ~ Spruce Street Harbor Park at 301 S. Christopher Columbus Boulevard. The 2019 season begins with the Let’s Roll roller skating party at Summerfest (Friday-Saturday) and a performance by jazz vocalist Laurin Talese at SSHP (Sunday). ~ Opening of Spruce Street Harbor Park and the Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest ~
Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens ~ August 12 – September 29 ~ Held at Longwood Gardens at 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square. Enjoy more than 1,000 jets that create an impressive display made up of vibrant colors and exciting movements of water. ~ Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens ~
Creatures of Habitatte at the Philadelphia Zoo ~ August 12 – September 30 ~ Held at the Philadelphia Zoo at 3400 W. Girard Avenue. Visitors will get to explore 12 amazing life-size LEGO® brick vignettes situated throughout the Zoo. This gazillion piece journey shares the issues animals are facing around the world and spotlights the heroes working to save them. Each life-sized LEGO® brick scene is intricately fashioned from thousands of LEGO® bricks and is on exhibit only at Philadelphia Zoo. Creatures of Habitat highlights the zoo community’s role in protecting wildlife. ~ Creatures of Habitat at the Philadelphia Zoo ~
Franklin Square ~ Open 2019 ~ Enjoy mini-golf, a carousel, food and drink options and an outdoor space for kids or to simply hang out at Franklin Square. ~ Franklin Square ~
The Rail Park Opening ~ Open ~ This awesome new public space is FREE to the public. This space allows visitors to enjoy seating, public art, greenery and elevated city views! The area stretches from Broad and Noble streets, jumps up to the Reading Viaduct overhead and ends above the 1100 block of Callowhill Street. ~ The Rail Park Opening ~
Philadelphia Phillies vs Chicago Cubs ~ August 13 ~ Starting at 7:05 pm at Citizens Bank Park against the Chicago White Sox. ~ Philadelphia Phillies vs Chicago Cubs ~
The Oval + ~ August 13 – 18 ~ Throughout the week, from 11 am to 11 pm, kids can enjoy games, music, movies, food trucks and more. Adults can enjoy special events and a beer garden. ~ The Oval + ~
Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults ~ August 13 – September 2 ~ FREE – Explore the many FREE historical activities and events throughout the year in Philadelphia. Many of which are made just for kids, allowing for quality family fun time. Such activities as Once Upon a Time Storytelling Benches, Join the Continental Army, End of Day Declaration readings, Independence After Hours and more. ~ Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults ~
Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit at The Franklin Institute ~ August 13 – September 2 ~ Held at the Franklin Institute at 222 N. 20th Street. Fans of the superhero comics and movies get a look at Marvel iconic memorabilia, to include original Spider-Man art, T’Challa’s Black Panther costume, movie props and concept sketches. The exhibition also promises immersive experiences, like Doctor Strange’s mirror dimension. ~ Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit ~
Spruce Street Harbor Park ~ August 13 – September 2 ~ Spruce Street Harbor Park at 301 S. Christopher Columbus Boulevard. The 2019 season begins with the Let’s Roll roller skating party at Summerfest (Friday-Saturday) and a performance by jazz vocalist Laurin Talese at SSHP (Sunday). ~ Opening of Spruce Street Harbor Park and the Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest ~
Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens ~ August 13 – September 29 ~ Held at Longwood Gardens at 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square. Enjoy more than 1,000 jets that create an impressive display made up of vibrant colors and exciting movements of water. ~ Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens ~
Creatures of Habitatte at the Philadelphia Zoo ~ August 13 – September 30 ~ Held at the Philadelphia Zoo at 3400 W. Girard Avenue. Visitors will get to explore 12 amazing life-size LEGO® brick vignettes situated throughout the Zoo. This gazillion piece journey shares the issues animals are facing around the world and spotlights the heroes working to save them. Each life-sized LEGO® brick scene is intricately fashioned from thousands of LEGO® bricks and is on exhibit only at Philadelphia Zoo. Creatures of Habitat highlights the zoo community’s role in protecting wildlife. ~ Creatures of Habitat at the Philadelphia Zoo ~
Summer Nights at the Penn Museum ~ August 14 ~ Held every Wednesday from 5 pm to 7 pm at the Penn Museum. Listen to music throughout the summer. ~ Summer Nights at the Penn Museum ~
Center City Sips ~ August 14 ~ Every Wednesday until August 27, from 5 pm to 7 pm, enjoy discounted beer, drinks and food at 70 + restaurants and bars throughout Philadelphia! ~ Center City Sips ~
Garden Party At Philadelphia’s Magic Garden ~ August 14 ~ From 5 pm to 8 pm at Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens at 1020 South Street. Attendees can make a mini-mosaic, color a sun catcher and play “tile bingo” all while enjoying beverages from an open bar (stocked by Chaddsford Winery, Hochstadter’s Slow & Low Whiskey and Dock Street Brewery) and tunes from vinyl records courtesy of BridgeSet Sound. ~ Garden Party At Philadelphia’s Magic Garden ~
Pay-What-You-Wish ~ August 14 ~ Stop in at the Philadelphia Museum of Art every Wednesday from 5 pm – 8:45 pm and ”Pay What You Wish”, as you explore the museum and its remarkable collections. ~ Pay What You Wish ~
Sittin’ In featuring Ernest Stuart at the Kimmel Center ~ August 14 ~ FREE – Starts at 9 pm at The Kimmel Center at 300 S. Broad Street. Guests can enjoy multitalented trombonist Ernest Stuart, who plays jazz, salsa, R&B, hip-hop and more genres of music. He’s shared stages in the past with The Roots, Captain Black Big Band, Jaguar Wright and other musicians. ~ Sittin’ In featuring Ernest Stuart at the Kimmel Center ~
Philadelphia Phillies vs Chicago Cubs ~ August 14 ~ Starting at 7:05 pm at Citizens Bank Park against the Chicago White Sox. ~ Philadelphia Phillies vs Chicago Cubs ~
Parks On Tap at Burholme Park ~ August 14 – 18 ~ Burholme Park is a public park in the North East neighborhood of Philadelphia. The park is home to the Robert W. Ryerss Museum and Library. The park also houses the Burholme Golf Center, a family-friendly activity center which includes mini-golf, a golf range, arcade games and more! ~ Map ~ ~ Parks On Tap ~
The Oval + ~ August 14 – 18 ~ Throughout the week, from 11 am to 11 pm, kids can enjoy games, music, movies, food trucks and more. Adults can enjoy special events and a beer garden. ~ The Oval + ~
Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults ~ August 14 – September 2 ~ FREE – Explore the many FREE historical activities and events throughout the year in Philadelphia. Many of which are made just for kids, allowing for quality family fun time. Such activities as Once Upon a Time Storytelling Benches, Join the Continental Army, End of Day Declaration readings, Independence After Hours and more. ~ Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults ~
Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit at The Franklin Institute ~ August 14 – September 2 ~ Held at the Franklin Institute at 222 N. 20th Street. Fans of the superhero comics and movies get a look at Marvel iconic memorabilia, to include original Spider-Man art, T’Challa’s Black Panther costume, movie props and concept sketches. The exhibition also promises immersive experiences, like Doctor Strange’s mirror dimension. ~ Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit ~
Spruce Street Harbor Park ~ August 14 – September 2 ~ Spruce Street Harbor Park at 301 S. Christopher Columbus Boulevard. The 2019 season begins with the Let’s Roll roller skating party at Summerfest (Friday-Saturday) and a performance by jazz vocalist Laurin Talese at SSHP (Sunday). ~ Opening of Spruce Street Harbor Park and the Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest ~
Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens ~ August 14 – September 29 ~ Held at Longwood Gardens at 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square. Enjoy more than 1,000 jets that create an impressive display made up of vibrant colors and exciting movements of water. ~ Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens ~
Creatures of Habitatte at the Philadelphia Zoo ~ August 14 – September 30 ~ Held at the Philadelphia Zoo at 3400 W. Girard Avenue. Visitors will get to explore 12 amazing life-size LEGO® brick vignettes situated throughout the Zoo. This gazillion piece journey shares the issues animals are facing around the world and spotlights the heroes working to save them. Each life-sized LEGO® brick scene is intricately fashioned from thousands of LEGO® bricks and is on exhibit only at Philadelphia Zoo. Creatures of Habitat highlights the zoo community’s role in protecting wildlife. ~ Creatures of Habitat at the Philadelphia Zoo ~
Night Market Fairmount ~ August 15 ~ FREE – pay-as-you-go. From 6 pm – 10 pm in Fairmount on Fairmount Avenue from 15th Street to 19th Street! Guests can enjoy food trucks, live music and neighborhood fun. Food vendors include Bake’n Bacon, Deke’s BBQ, Cotton’s Place and more. The main entertainment stage is at 16th street, but performances take place elsewhere along the route as well. ~ Night Market Fairmount ~
Philadelphia Phillies vs Chicago Cubs ~ August 15 ~ Starting at 7:05 pm at Citizens Bank Park against the Chicago White Sox. ~ Philadelphia Phillies vs Chicago Cubs ~
Movie Nights at Schuylkill Banks ~ August 15 ~ FREE – Starts around dusk 8 pm. Large lawn area by the Walnut Street Bridge. Enjoy free movies throughout the summer at two different locations every Thursday night. Tonight enjoy Crazy Rich Asians. ~ Movie Nights at Schuylkill Banks ~
String Band Music Under the Stars ~ August 15 ~ FREE – Starts at 8 pm. Held at Mummers Museum at 1100 South 2nd Street (2nd St at Washington Ave). Listen to a new Mummers String Band every Thursday night. Tonight playing is the Avalon Band. ~ String Band Music Under the Stars ~
Movie Screenings Under the Stars at Penn’s Landing ~ August 15 ~ FREE – Starting around 8 pm. Held at The Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing at 101 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd. Enjoy a free movie every Thursday night at Penn’s Landing. Tonight, enjoy Clueless. ~ Movie Screenings Under the Stars at Penn’s Landing ~
Parks On Tap at Burholme Park ~ August 15 – 18 ~ Burholme Park is a public park in the North East neighborhood of Philadelphia. The park is home to the Robert W. Ryerss Museum and Library. The park also houses the Burholme Golf Center, a family-friendly activity center which includes mini-golf, a golf range, arcade games and more! ~ Map ~ ~ Parks On Tap ~
The Oval + ~ August 15 – 18 ~ Throughout the week, from 11 am to 11 pm, kids can enjoy games, music, movies, food trucks and more. Adults can enjoy special events and a beer garden. ~ The Oval + ~
Old City Eats ~ August 15 – 29 ~ Every Thursday 5 pm – 9 pm in Old City District. This special program is where restaurants and bars will offer at least one half-priced appetizer, and at least one beer and cocktail special every Thursday night all summer long. ~ Old City Eats Program ~
Stroll the Street in Manayunk ~ August 15 – 29 ~ Held every Thursday evening from 5 pm to 9 pm. In this summertime series, visitors can find food trucks, vendors, restaurant specials, lawn games, live music and more around Main Street and beyond. There will be themes each week. ~ Stroll the Street in Manayunk ~
Franklin Square Fountain Show ~ August 15 – 31 ~ FREE – Held every Thursday thru Sunday in August at Franklin Square at 200 N. 6th Street. Enjoy a newly renovated fountain with light shows every 30 minutes from noon to 2 pm and then 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm! ~ Franklin Square Fountain Show ~
Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults ~ August 15 – September 2 ~ FREE – Explore the many FREE historical activities and events throughout the year in Philadelphia. Many of which are made just for kids, allowing for quality family fun time. Such activities as Once Upon a Time Storytelling Benches, Join the Continental Army, End of Day Declaration readings, Independence After Hours and more. ~ Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults ~
Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit at The Franklin Institute ~ August 15 – September 2 ~ Held at the Franklin Institute at 222 N. 20th Street. Fans of the superhero comics and movies get a look at Marvel iconic memorabilia, to include original Spider-Man art, T’Challa’s Black Panther costume, movie props and concept sketches. The exhibition also promises immersive experiences, like Doctor Strange’s mirror dimension. ~ Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit ~
Spruce Street Harbor Park ~ August 15 – September 2 ~ Spruce Street Harbor Park at 301 S. Christopher Columbus Boulevard. The 2019 season begins with the Let’s Roll roller skating party at Summerfest (Friday-Saturday) and a performance by jazz vocalist Laurin Talese at SSHP (Sunday). ~ Opening of Spruce Street Harbor Park and the Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest ~
Hidden Lives Illuminated At Eastern State Penitentiary ~ August 15 – September 12 ~ FREE – Held at Eastern State Penitentiary at 2027 Fairmount Avenue. Screenings are about 40 minutes long and start at 7 pm, 8 pm and 9 pm every evening. Twenty commissioned, animated short films by artists living or working in prisons look inside the daily life of America’s correctional system. Each film is projected onto Eastern State Penitentiary’s 30-foot facade and is accompanied by a customized soundtrack. ~ Hidden Lives Illuminated At Eastern State Penitentiary ~
Baltimore Avenue Dollar Stroll ~ August 15 – September 12 ~ FREE Pay-As-You-Go. Taking place everything Thursday, 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm on Baltimore Avenue between 43rd Street and 52nd Street. Here is your chance to get $1 deals from West Philly shops and restaurants. Participants include Little Baby’s Ice Cream, Clarkville, Dock Street Cannery and many more. ~ Baltimore Avenue Dollar Stroll ~
Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens ~ August 15 – September 29 ~ Held at Longwood Gardens at 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square. Enjoy more than 1,000 jets that create an impressive display made up of vibrant colors and exciting movements of water. ~ Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens ~
Creatures of Habitatte at the Philadelphia Zoo ~ August 15 – September 30 ~ Held at the Philadelphia Zoo at 3400 W. Girard Avenue. Visitors will get to explore 12 amazing life-size LEGO® brick vignettes situated throughout the Zoo. This gazillion piece journey shares the issues animals are facing around the world and spotlights the heroes working to save them. Each life-sized LEGO® brick scene is intricately fashioned from thousands of LEGO® bricks and is on exhibit only at Philadelphia Zoo. Creatures of Habitat highlights the zoo community’s role in protecting wildlife. ~ Creatures of Habitat at the Philadelphia Zoo ~
Friday Nights at The Philadelphia Museum of Art ~ Art After 5 ~ August 16 ~ Free with admission, from 5 pm to 8:45 pm. ~ Samantha Wise – Weaving together mountain folk and neo-soul, this singer-songwriter channels vocalists like Joni Mitchell and Erykah Badu. Held at the Philadelphia Museum of Art in the Great Stair Hall. ~ Friday Nights Art ~
Philadelphia Phillies vs San Diego Padres ~ August 16 ~ Starting at 7:05 pm at Citizens Bank Park against the Chicago White Sox. ~ Philadelphia Phillies Vs San Diego Padres ~
Pictures in the Park at Dilworth Park ~ August 16 ~ FREE – Starting at 8 pm at Dilworth Park at 15th & Market Sts. Tonight’s movie is Creed II. ~ Pictures in the Park at Dilworth Park ~
Parks On Tap at Burholme Park ~ August 16 – 18 ~ Burholme Park is a public park in the North East neighborhood of Philadelphia. The park is home to the Robert W. Ryerss Museum and Library. The park also houses the Burholme Golf Center, a family-friendly activity center which includes mini-golf, a golf range, arcade games and more! ~ Map ~ ~ Parks On Tap ~
The Oval + ~ August 16 – 18 ~ Throughout the week, from 11 am to 11 pm, kids can enjoy games, music, movies, food trucks and more. Adults can enjoy special events and a beer garden. ~ The Oval + ~
Franklin Square Fountain Show ~ August 16 – 31 ~ FREE – Held every Thursday thru Sunday in August at Franklin Square at 200 N. 6th Street. Enjoy a newly renovated fountain with light shows every 30 minutes from noon to 2 pm and then 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm! ~ Franklin Square Fountain Show ~
Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults ~ August 16 – September 2 ~ FREE – Explore the many FREE historical activities and events throughout the year in Philadelphia. Many of which are made just for kids, allowing for quality family fun time. Such activities as Once Upon a Time Storytelling Benches, Join the Continental Army, End of Day Declaration readings, Independence After Hours and more. ~ Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults ~
Spruce Street Harbor Park and the Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest ~ August 16 – September 2 ~ Spruce Street Harbor Park at 301 S. Christopher Columbus Boulevard. The 2019 season begins with the Let’s Roll roller skating party at Summerfest (Friday-Saturday) and a performance by jazz vocalist Laurin Talese at SSHP (Sunday). ~ Opening of Spruce Street Harbor Park and the Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest ~
Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit at The Franklin Institute ~ August 16 – September 2 ~ Held at the Franklin Institute at 222 N. 20th Street. Fans of the superhero comics and movies get a look at Marvel iconic memorabilia, to include original Spider-Man art, T’Challa’s Black Panther costume, movie props and concept sketches. The exhibition also promises immersive experiences, like Doctor Strange’s mirror dimension. ~ Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit ~
Hidden Lives Illuminated At Eastern State Penitentiary ~ August 16 – September 12 ~ FREE – Held at Eastern State Penitentiary at 2027 Fairmount Avenue. Screenings are about 40 minutes long and start at 7 pm, 8 pm and 9 pm every evening. Twenty commissioned, animated short films by artists living or working in prisons look inside the daily life of America’s correctional system. Each film is projected onto Eastern State Penitentiary’s 30-foot facade and is accompanied by a customized soundtrack. ~ Hidden Lives Illuminated At Eastern State Penitentiary ~
Creatures of Habitatte at the Philadelphia Zoo ~ August 16 – September 30 ~ Held at the Philadelphia Zoo at 3400 W. Girard Avenue. Visitors will get to explore 12 amazing life-size LEGO® brick vignettes situated throughout the Zoo. This gazillion piece journey shares the issues animals are facing around the world and spotlights the heroes working to save them. Each life-sized LEGO® brick scene is intricately fashioned from thousands of LEGO® bricks and is on exhibit only at Philadelphia Zoo. Creatures of Habitat highlights the zoo community’s role in protecting wildlife. ~ Creatures of Habitat at the Philadelphia Zoo ~
Festival of India ~ August 17 ~ From noon to 7 pm at the Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing at 101 S. Christopher Columbus Boulevard. Enjoy India’s Independence Day celebrations! Attendees enjoy a daylong showcase of Indian culture, including dance, art, music and more. ~ Festival of India ~
40th Street Summer Series ~ August 17 ~ FREE – Starts at 6 pm at 39th & Walnut Streets. Enjoy live performances take place on the greenspace! Tonight Enjoy Gwendolyn Bye Dance Center with Magdaliz and her Latin Ensemble Crisol! ~ 40th Street Summer Series ~
Philadelphia Phillies vs San Diego Padres ~ August 17 ~ Starting at 7:05 pm at Citizens Bank Park against the Chicago White Sox. ~ Philadelphia Phillies Vs San Diego Padres ~
Parks On Tap at Burholme Park ~ August 17 – 18 ~ Burholme Park is a public park in the North East neighborhood of Philadelphia. The park is home to the Robert W. Ryerss Museum and Library. The park also houses the Burholme Golf Center, a family-friendly activity center which includes mini-golf, a golf range, arcade games and more! ~ Map ~ ~ Parks On Tap ~
The Oval + ~ August 17 – 18 ~ Throughout the week, from 11 am to 11 pm, kids can enjoy games, music, movies, food trucks and more. Adults can enjoy special events and a beer garden. ~ The Oval + ~
Yards Brewing Co Tours ~ August 17 & 18 ~ FREE – Saturday & Sundays from 12 pm to 4 pm at Yards Brewery, enjoy a wonderful tour of the brewery! All tour-goers must be 21+ unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Bus tours, private tours and guided tastings are offered by appointment only. Please contact events@yardsbrewing.com for booking information. ~ Yards Brewing Co Tours ~
Franklin Square Fountain Show ~ August 17 – 31 ~ FREE – Held every Thursday thru Sunday in August at Franklin Square at 200 N. 6th Street. Enjoy a newly renovated fountain with light shows every 30 minutes from noon to 2 pm and then 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm! ~ Franklin Square Fountain Show ~
Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults ~ August 17 – September 2 ~ FREE – Explore the many FREE historical activities and events throughout the year in Philadelphia. Many of which are made just for kids, allowing for quality family fun time. Such activities as Once Upon a Time Storytelling Benches, Join the Continental Army, End of Day Declaration readings, Independence After Hours and more. ~ Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults ~
Spruce Street Harbor Park and the Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest ~ August 17 – September 2 ~ Spruce Street Harbor Park at 301 S. Christopher Columbus Boulevard. The 2019 season begins with the Let’s Roll roller skating party at Summerfest (Friday-Saturday) and a performance by jazz vocalist Laurin Talese at SSHP (Sunday). ~ Opening of Spruce Street Harbor Park and the Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest ~
Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit at The Franklin Institute ~ August 17 – September 2 ~ Held at the Franklin Institute at 222 N. 20th Street. Fans of the superhero comics and movies get a look at Marvel iconic memorabilia, to include original Spider-Man art, T’Challa’s Black Panther costume, movie props and concept sketches. The exhibition also promises immersive experiences, like Doctor Strange’s mirror dimension. ~ Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit ~
Hidden Lives Illuminated At Eastern State Penitentiary ~ August 17 – September 12 ~ FREE – Held at Eastern State Penitentiary at 2027 Fairmount Avenue. Screenings are about 40 minutes long and start at 7 pm, 8 pm and 9 pm every evening. Twenty commissioned, animated short films by artists living or working in prisons look inside the daily life of America’s correctional system. Each film is projected onto Eastern State Penitentiary’s 30-foot facade and is accompanied by a customized soundtrack. ~ Hidden Lives Illuminated At Eastern State Penitentiary ~
Creatures of Habitatte at the Philadelphia Zoo ~ August 17 – September 30 ~ Held at the Philadelphia Zoo at 3400 W. Girard Avenue. Visitors will get to explore 12 amazing life-size LEGO® brick vignettes situated throughout the Zoo. This gazillion piece journey shares the issues animals are facing around the world and spotlights the heroes working to save them. Each life-sized LEGO® brick scene is intricately fashioned from thousands of LEGO® bricks and is on exhibit only at Philadelphia Zoo. Creatures of Habitat highlights the zoo community’s role in protecting wildlife. ~ Creatures of Habitat at the Philadelphia Zoo ~
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Caribbean Festival ~ August 18 ~ From noon to 8 pm at the Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing at 101 S. Christopher Columbus Boulevard. Enjoy the sounds and flavors of the islands, now in its 33rd year, includes a marketplace of Caribbean souvenirs and crafts as well as plenty of food options and performances. ~ Caribbean Festival ~
Philadelphia Phillies vs San Diego Padres ~ August 18 ~ Starting at 1:05 pm at Citizens Bank Park against the Chicago White Sox. ~ Philadelphia Phillies Vs San Diego Padres ~
Parks On Tap at Burholme Park ~ August 18 ~ Burholme Park is a public park in the North East neighborhood of Philadelphia. The park is home to the Robert W. Ryerss Museum and Library. The park also houses the Burholme Golf Center, a family-friendly activity center which includes mini-golf, a golf range, arcade games and more! ~ Map ~ ~ Parks On Tap ~
Yards Brewing Co Tours ~ August 18 ~ FREE – Saturday & Sundays from 12 pm to 4 pm at Yards Brewery, enjoy a wonderful tour of the brewery! All tour-goers must be 21+ unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Bus tours, private tours and guided tastings are offered by appointment only. Please contact events@yardsbrewing.com for booking information. ~ Yards Brewing Co Tours ~
Irish Sessions ~ August 18 ~ FREE – Every Sunday from 5 pm – 9 pm at the Plough & the Stars in Old City! Enjoy musicians playing Irish music while enjoying drinks and or your dinner.
The Oval + ~ August 18 ~ Last day from 11 am to 11 pm for kids to enjoy games, music, movies, food trucks and more. Adults can enjoy special events and a beer garden. ~ The Oval + ~
Franklin Square Fountain Show ~ August 18 – 31 ~ FREE – Held every Thursday thru Sunday in August at Franklin Square at 200 N. 6th Street. Enjoy a newly renovated fountain with light shows every 30 minutes from noon to 2 pm and then 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm! ~ Franklin Square Fountain Show ~
Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults ~ August 18 – September 2 ~ FREE – Explore the many FREE historical activities and events throughout the year in Philadelphia. Many of which are made just for kids, allowing for quality family fun time. Such activities as Once Upon a Time Storytelling Benches, Join the Continental Army, End of Day Declaration readings, Independence After Hours and more. ~ Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults ~
Spruce Street Harbor Park and the Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest ~ August 18 – September 2 ~ Spruce Street Harbor Park at 301 S. Christopher Columbus Boulevard. The 2019 season begins with the Let’s Roll roller skating party at Summerfest (Friday-Saturday) and a performance by jazz vocalist Laurin Talese at SSHP (Sunday). ~ Opening of Spruce Street Harbor Park and the Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest ~
Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit at The Franklin Institute ~ August 18 – September 2 ~ Held at the Franklin Institute at 222 N. 20th Street. Fans of the superhero comics and movies get a look at Marvel iconic memorabilia, to include original Spider-Man art, T’Challa’s Black Panther costume, movie props and concept sketches. The exhibition also promises immersive experiences, like Doctor Strange’s mirror dimension. ~ Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit ~
Hidden Lives Illuminated At Eastern State Penitentiary ~ August 18 – September 12 ~ FREE – Held at Eastern State Penitentiary at 2027 Fairmount Avenue. Screenings are about 40 minutes long and start at 7 pm, 8 pm and 9 pm every evening. Twenty commissioned, animated short films by artists living or working in prisons look inside the daily life of America’s correctional system. Each film is projected onto Eastern State Penitentiary’s 30-foot facade and is accompanied by a customized soundtrack. ~ Hidden Lives Illuminated At Eastern State Penitentiary ~
Creatures of Habitat at the Philadelphia Zoo ~ August 18 – September 30 ~ Held at the Philadelphia Zoo at 3400 W. Girard Avenue. Visitors will get to explore 12 amazing life-size LEGO® brick vignettes situated throughout the Zoo. This gazillion piece journey shares the issues animals are facing around the world and spotlights the heroes working to save them. Each life-sized LEGO® brick scene is intricately fashioned from thousands of LEGO® bricks and is on exhibit only at Philadelphia Zoo. Creatures of Habitat highlights the zoo community’s role in protecting wildlife. ~ Creatures of Habitat at the Philadelphia Zoo ~
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