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Enjoy the many museum exhibits, Black History Month Celebrations, Getaway at the Greenhouse, Philly Theatre Week, Philadelphia Auto Show, Let’s Talk About Sex at The Franklin Institute, Artist Bash: To Die For at the Barnes Foundation, Valentine’s Day in Philadelphia, Wine & Chocolate Parings at Chaddsford Winery, President’s Day Weekend, Philly POPS Present Aretha: Respect at the Kimmel Center, Jurassic World Live Tour at Wells Fargo Center, National Jazz Festival at the Pennsylvania Convention Center, Winterfest Live! at XFINITY Live!, George Washington’s Birthday Party at Valley Forge National Historical Park, President’s Day, Ice Skating at Rothman Ice Rink, Ice Skating at the Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest, Orchid Extravaganza at Longwood Gardens, Yards Brewing Co Tours, Irish Sessions at Plough and the Stars and so much more, you might need a vacation after this week!
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Our Guide to Restaurants and Fun Date Activities for Valentine’s Day ~ February 13 – 16 ~ Enjoy many romantic restaurants throughout Philadelphia for Valentine’s Day. We have a bonus section of fun date ideas at the bottom as well. And yes, Valentine’s Day is February 14, but some things take place the day before. ~ Our Guide to Restaurants and Fun Date Activities for Valentine’s Day ~
Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours ~ Month of February ~ Come check out the many Mural Arts tours throughout Philadelphia. ~ Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours for February 2020 or 215-925-3633. ~ About Philadelphia Mural Arts ~
Philly Theatre Week ~ February 10 – 16 ~ Held at various locations throughout Philadelphia. This 11-day celebration showcases the city’s fantastic performing arts scene with more than 300 events and performances. ~ Philly Theatre Week ~
Getaway at the Greenhouse ~ February 10 – 16 ~ Held at the Fairmount Park Horticulture Center at 100 N. Horticulture Drive. Warm up at this indoor oasis! The Getaway at the Greenhouse is a pop-up tropical destination with all-ages fun centered around five family friendly rooms: The Jungle, The Beach, The Midway, The Lawn and The Campground. Visitors can meet zoo animals, bring a picnic, visit food trucks and enjoy dance parties and story-times. ~ Getaway at the Greenhouse ~
Philadelphia Auto Show ~ February 10 – 17 ~ Vroom vroom to the Philadelphia Auto Show held at the Pennsylvania Convention! Visitors will be able to get up-close and personal with the newest pre-production vehicles that will soon be at dealerships around the region. The show will feature more than 700 concept, classic, luxury and exotic cars on display. It will be easy to navigate because all the vehicles are arranged by category. ~ Philadelphia Auto Show ~
Ice Skating at Rothman Ice Rink ~ February 10 – 23 ~ Enjoy ice skating and more at Rothman Ice Rink. Stay tuned to their site for upcoming skating events. ~ Ice Skating at Rothman Ice Rink ~
Our guide to the many fireplaces located in Philadelphia bars & restaurants ~ February 10 – 28 ~ Check out the 39 restaurants & bars with fireplaces in Philly! Are we missing one? Please tell us. thx ~ Our guide to the many fireplaces located in Philadelphia bars & restaurants ~
Black History Month Celebrations ~ February 10 – 29 ~ Enjoy the many activities, events, free admission to museums and more throughout Philadelphia during Black History Month! ~ Black History Month Celebrations ~
Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest ~ February 10 – March 8 ~ Held at Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest at 101 S. Christopher Columbus Boulevard. Enjoy ice skating, food, beverages, a heated log cabin with a fireplace, games and more! ~ Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest ~
Orchid Extravaganza at Longwood Gardens ~ February 10 – March 22 ~ Held at Longwood Gardens at 1001 Longwood Road in Kennett Square. Free with general admission (timed tickets required). This special attraction creates an absolutely transcendent experience for orchid lovers, perching and planting the rarest and most beautiful of flora from conservatories to outdoors. ~ Orchid Extravaganza at Longwood Gardens ~
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 ~
Philly Theatre Week ~ February 11 – 16 ~ Held at various locations throughout Philadelphia. This 11-day celebration showcases the city’s fantastic performing arts scene with more than 300 events and performances. ~ Philly Theatre Week ~
Getaway at the Greenhouse ~ February 11 – 16 ~ Held at the Fairmount Park Horticulture Center at 100 N. Horticulture Drive. Warm up at this indoor oasis! The Getaway at the Greenhouse is a pop-up tropical destination with all-ages fun centered around five family friendly rooms: The Jungle, The Beach, The Midway, The Lawn and The Campground. Visitors can meet zoo animals, bring a picnic, visit food trucks and enjoy dance parties and story-times. ~ Getaway at the Greenhouse ~
Philadelphia Auto Show ~ February 11 – 17 ~ Vroom vroom to the Philadelphia Auto Show held at the Pennsylvania Convention! Visitors will be able to get up-close and personal with the newest pre-production vehicles that will soon be at dealerships around the region. The show will feature more than 700 concept, classic, luxury and exotic cars on display. It will be easy to navigate because all the vehicles are arranged by category. ~ Philadelphia Auto Show ~
Ice Skating at Rothman Ice Rink ~ February 11 – 23 ~ Enjoy ice skating and more at Rothman Ice Rink. Stay tuned to their site for upcoming skating events. ~ Ice Skating at Rothman Ice Rink ~
Our guide to the many fireplaces located in Philadelphia bars & restaurants ~ February 11 – 28 ~ Check out the 39 restaurants & bars with fireplaces in Philly! Are we missing one? Please tell us. thx ~ Our guide to the many fireplaces located in Philadelphia bars & restaurants ~
Black History Month Celebrations ~ February 11 – 29 ~ Enjoy the many activities, events, free admission to museums and more throughout Philadelphia during Black History Month! ~ Black History Month Celebrations ~
Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest ~ February 11 – March 8 ~ Held at Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest at 101 S. Christopher Columbus Boulevard. Enjoy ice skating, food, beverages, a heated log cabin with a fireplace, games and more! ~ Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest ~
Orchid Extravaganza at Longwood Gardens ~ February 11 – March 22 ~ Held at Longwood Gardens at 1001 Longwood Road in Kennett Square. Free with general admission (timed tickets required). This special attraction creates an absolutely transcendent experience for orchid lovers, perching and planting the rarest and most beautiful of flora from conservatories to outdoors. ~ Orchid Extravaganza at Longwood Gardens ~
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 ~
Pay-What-You-Wish ~ February 12 ~ 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 ~
Philly Theatre Week ~ February 12 – 16 ~ Held at various locations throughout Philadelphia. This 11-day celebration showcases the city’s fantastic performing arts scene with more than 300 events and performances. ~ Philly Theatre Week ~
Getaway at the Greenhouse ~ February 12 – 16 ~ Held at the Fairmount Park Horticulture Center at 100 N. Horticulture Drive. Warm up at this indoor oasis! The Getaway at the Greenhouse is a pop-up tropical destination with all-ages fun centered around five family friendly rooms: The Jungle, The Beach, The Midway, The Lawn and The Campground. Visitors can meet zoo animals, bring a picnic, visit food trucks and enjoy dance parties and story-times. ~ Getaway at the Greenhouse ~
Philadelphia Auto Show ~ February 12 – 17 ~ Vroom vroom to the Philadelphia Auto Show held at the Pennsylvania Convention! Visitors will be able to get up-close and personal with the newest pre-production vehicles that will soon be at dealerships around the region. The show will feature more than 700 concept, classic, luxury and exotic cars on display. It will be easy to navigate because all the vehicles are arranged by category. ~ Philadelphia Auto Show ~
Ice Skating at Rothman Ice Rink ~ February 12 – 23 ~ Enjoy ice skating and more at Rothman Ice Rink. Stay tuned to their site for upcoming skating events. ~ Ice Skating at Rothman Ice Rink ~
Our guide to the many fireplaces located in Philadelphia bars & restaurants ~ February 12 – 28 ~ Check out the 39 restaurants & bars with fireplaces in Philly! Are we missing one? Please tell us. thx ~ Our guide to the many fireplaces located in Philadelphia bars & restaurants ~
Black History Month Celebrations ~ February 12 – 29 ~ Enjoy the many activities, events, free admission to museums and more throughout Philadelphia during Black History Month! ~ Black History Month Celebrations ~
Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest ~ February 12 – March 8 ~ Held at Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest at 101 S. Christopher Columbus Boulevard. Enjoy ice skating, food, beverages, a heated log cabin with a fireplace, games and more! ~ Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest ~
Orchid Extravaganza at Longwood Gardens ~ February 12 – March 22 ~ Held at Longwood Gardens at 1001 Longwood Road in Kennett Square. Free with general admission (timed tickets required). This special attraction creates an absolutely transcendent experience for orchid lovers, perching and planting the rarest and most beautiful of flora from conservatories to outdoors. ~ Orchid Extravaganza at Longwood Gardens ~
Let’s Talk About Sex at The Franklin Institute ~ February 13 ~ 7 pm – 10 pm – Held at The Franklin Institute at 222 N. 20th Street. ~ $15 – $20. Guests get to learn more about the science of attraction, the brain chemistry of love, the keys to long-term relationships, and the future of sex and technology. You can enjoy drinks from a cash bar, interactive demonstrations, informative flash talks with experts and performances that explore issues of sexuality — all in a judgment-free environment. For more details, click Let’s Talk About Sex. Get tickets.
Our Guide to Restaurants and Fun Date Activities for Valentine’s Day ~ February 13 – 16 ~ Enjoy many romantic restaurants throughout Philadelphia for Valentine’s Day. We have a bonus section of fun date ideas at the bottom as well. And yes, Valentine’s Day is February 14, but some things take place the day before. ~ Our Guide to Restaurants and Fun Date Activities for Valentine’s Day ~
Philly Theatre Week ~ February 13 – 16 ~ Held at various locations throughout Philadelphia. This 11-day celebration showcases the city’s fantastic performing arts scene with more than 300 events and performances. ~ Philly Theatre Week ~
Getaway at the Greenhouse ~ February 13 – 16 ~ Held at the Fairmount Park Horticulture Center at 100 N. Horticulture Drive. Warm up at this indoor oasis! The Getaway at the Greenhouse is a pop-up tropical destination with all-ages fun centered around five family friendly rooms: The Jungle, The Beach, The Midway, The Lawn and The Campground. Visitors can meet zoo animals, bring a picnic, visit food trucks and enjoy dance parties and story-times. ~ Getaway at the Greenhouse ~
Philadelphia Auto Show ~ February 13 – 17 ~ Vroom vroom to the Philadelphia Auto Show held at the Pennsylvania Convention! Visitors will be able to get up-close and personal with the newest pre-production vehicles that will soon be at dealerships around the region. The show will feature more than 700 concept, classic, luxury and exotic cars on display. It will be easy to navigate because all the vehicles are arranged by category. ~ Philadelphia Auto Show ~
Ice Skating at Rothman Ice Rink ~ February 13 – 23 ~ Enjoy ice skating and more at Rothman Ice Rink. Stay tuned to their site for upcoming skating events. ~ Ice Skating at Rothman Ice Rink ~
Our guide to the many fireplaces located in Philadelphia bars & restaurants ~ February 13 – 28 ~ Check out the 39 restaurants & bars with fireplaces in Philly! Are we missing one? Please tell us. thx ~ Our guide to the many fireplaces located in Philadelphia bars & restaurants ~
Black History Month Celebrations ~ February 13 – 29 ~ Enjoy the many activities, events, free admission to museums and more throughout Philadelphia during Black History Month! ~ Black History Month Celebrations ~
Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest ~ February 13 – March 8 ~ Held at Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest at 101 S. Christopher Columbus Boulevard. Enjoy ice skating, food, beverages, a heated log cabin with a fireplace, games and more! ~ Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest ~
Orchid Extravaganza at Longwood Gardens ~ February 13 – March 22 ~ Held at Longwood Gardens at 1001 Longwood Road in Kennett Square. Free with general admission (timed tickets required). This special attraction creates an absolutely transcendent experience for orchid lovers, perching and planting the rarest and most beautiful of flora from conservatories to outdoors. ~ Orchid Extravaganza at Longwood Gardens ~
Friday Nights at The Philadelphia Museum of Art ~ Art After 5 ~ February 14 ~ 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 ~
Artist Bash: To Die For at the Barnes Foundation ~ February 14 ~ 8 pm – 11 pm. $10. Held at the Barnes Foundation at 2025 Benjamin Franklin Parkway. Love and loss are the theme of this Valentine’s Day event. Celebrate with a performance by Seabrook Minyo Dance Club, a Day of the Dead procession led by La Calaca Flaca, poetry readings, a cabaret performance, a Grateful Dead tribute and more. ~ Artist Bash: To Die For at the Barnes Foundation ~
Our Guide to Restaurants and Fun Date Activities for Valentine’s Day ~ February 14 – 16 ~ Enjoy many romantic restaurants throughout Philadelphia for Valentine’s Day. We have a bonus section of fun date ideas at the bottom as well. And yes, Valentine’s Day is February 14, but some things take place the day before. ~ Our Guide to Restaurants and Fun Date Activities for Valentine’s Day ~
Philly Theatre Week ~ February 14 – 16 ~ Held at various locations throughout Philadelphia. This 11-day celebration showcases the city’s fantastic performing arts scene with more than 300 events and performances. ~ Philly Theatre Week ~
Jurassic World Live Tour at Wells Fargo Center ~ February 14 – 16 ~ Tix start at $25. Held at Wells Fargo Center at 3601 S. Broad Street. Your trip to Isla Nublar takes a terrifying turn after the Indominus rex escapes and causes chaos in the park! The adventure continues as you join forces with a team of scientists to unravel a corrupt plan and save Jeanie, an all-new dinosaur, from a terrible fate. Along the way, experience some of Jurassic World’s most iconic dinosaurs including Blue the Raptor, Triceratops, Pteranodons and the mighty Tyrannosaurus rex! ~ Jurassic World Live Tour at Wells Fargo Center ~
Philly POPS Present Aretha: Respect at the Kimmel Center ~ February 14 – 16 ~ Tix start at $35. Held at The Kimmel Center at 300 S. Broad Street. To honor the Queen of Soul, The Philly POPS features Broadway powerhouse Capathia Jenkins and R&B singer Ryan Shaw. This event includes renditions of Aretha Franklin hits Bridge Over Troubled Water, Respect and Chain of Fools. ~ Philly POPS Present Aretha: Respect at the Kimmel Center ~
President’s Day Weekend ~ February 14 – 17 ~ Enjoy many activities and events such as FREE admission to museums, special exhibits and programming & more! ~ President’s Day Weekend ~
Wine & Chocolate Parings at Chaddsford Winery ~ February 14 – 23 (Saturdays & Sundays) ~ Enjoy an intimate, sit-down wine and chocolate pairing. Savor 5 artisan chocolates carefully paired with their award-winning wines. For more details, click Wine & Chocolate Pairings at Chaddsford Winery.
Getaway at the Greenhouse ~ February 14 – 16 ~ Held at the Fairmount Park Horticulture Center at 100 N. Horticulture Drive. Warm up at this indoor oasis! The Getaway at the Greenhouse is a pop-up tropical destination with all-ages fun centered around five family friendly rooms: The Jungle, The Beach, The Midway, The Lawn and The Campground. Visitors can meet zoo animals, bring a picnic, visit food trucks and enjoy dance parties and story-times. ~ Getaway at the Greenhouse ~
Philadelphia Auto Show ~ February 14 – 17 ~ Vroom vroom to the Philadelphia Auto Show held at the Pennsylvania Convention! Visitors will be able to get up-close and personal with the newest pre-production vehicles that will soon be at dealerships around the region. The show will feature more than 700 concept, classic, luxury and exotic cars on display. It will be easy to navigate because all the vehicles are arranged by category. ~ Philadelphia Auto Show ~
Ice Skating at Rothman Ice Rink ~ February 14 – 23 ~ Enjoy ice skating and more at Rothman Ice Rink. Stay tuned to their site for upcoming skating events. ~ Ice Skating at Rothman Ice Rink ~
Our guide to the many fireplaces located in Philadelphia bars & restaurants ~ February 14 – 28 ~ Check out the 39 restaurants & bars with fireplaces in Philly! Are we missing one? Please tell us. thx ~ Our guide to the many fireplaces located in Philadelphia bars & restaurants ~
Black History Month Celebrations ~ February 14 – 29 ~ Enjoy the many activities, events, free admission to museums and more throughout Philadelphia during Black History Month! ~ Black History Month Celebrations ~
Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest ~ February 14 – March 8 ~ Held at Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest at 101 S. Christopher Columbus Boulevard. Enjoy ice skating, food, beverages, a heated log cabin with a fireplace, games and more! ~ Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest ~
Orchid Extravaganza at Longwood Gardens ~ February 14 – March 22 ~ Held at Longwood Gardens at 1001 Longwood Road in Kennett Square. Free with general admission (timed tickets required). This special attraction creates an absolutely transcendent experience for orchid lovers, perching and planting the rarest and most beautiful of flora from conservatories to outdoors. ~ Orchid Extravaganza at Longwood Gardens ~
National Jazz Festival at the Pennsylvania Convention Center ~ February 15 ~ FREE – you can donate – 8 am – 8:30 pm ~Held at Pennsylvania Convention Center at 1101 Arch Street. More than 1,200 talented student jazz musicians from different states and territories will be performing. The U.S. Jazz Embassadors perform at 5 p.m. ~ National Jazz Festival at the Pennsylvania Convention Center ~
Winterfest Live! at XFINITY Live! ~ February 15 ~ 2 pm – 6 pm ~ Tix $35 – $70. Held at XFINITY Live! at 1100 Pattison Avenue. Taste more than 100 different beers while enjoying live music, giveaways and games all day! Featured beers include winter favorites in a number of varieties like porters, stouts, lagers and more. ~ Winterfest Live! at XFINITY Live! ~
Our Guide to Restaurants and Fun Date Activities for Valentine’s Day ~ February 15 – 16 ~ Enjoy many romantic restaurants throughout Philadelphia for Valentine’s Day. We have a bonus section of fun date ideas at the bottom as well. And yes, Valentine’s Day is February 14, but some things take place the day before. ~ Our Guide to Restaurants and Fun Date Activities for Valentine’s Day ~
Jurassic World Live Tour at Wells Fargo Center ~ February 15 – 16 ~ Tix start at $25. Held at Wells Fargo Center at 3601 S. Broad Street. Your trip to Isla Nublar takes a terrifying turn after the Indominus rex escapes and causes chaos in the park! The adventure continues as you join forces with a team of scientists to unravel a corrupt plan and save Jeanie, an all-new dinosaur, from a terrible fate. Along the way, experience some of Jurassic World’s most iconic dinosaurs including Blue the Raptor, Triceratops, Pteranodons and the mighty Tyrannosaurus rex! ~ Jurassic World Live Tour at Wells Fargo Center ~
Philly POPS Present Aretha: Respect at the Kimmel Center ~ February 15 – 16 ~ Tix start at $35. Held at The Kimmel Center at 300 S. Broad Street. To honor the Queen of Soul, The Philly POPS features Broadway powerhouse Capathia Jenkins and R&B singer Ryan Shaw. This event includes renditions of Aretha Franklin hits Bridge Over Troubled Water, Respect and Chain of Fools. ~ Philly POPS Present Aretha: Respect at the Kimmel Center ~
President’s Day Weekend ~ February 15 – 17 ~ Enjoy many activities and events such as FREE admission to museums, special exhibits and programming & more! ~ President’s Day Weekend ~
Yards Brewing Co Tours ~ February 15 & 16 ~ 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 ~
Philly Theatre Week ~ February 15 – 16 ~ Held at various locations throughout Philadelphia. This 11-day celebration showcases the city’s fantastic performing arts scene with more than 300 events and performances. ~ Philly Theatre Week ~
Getaway at the Greenhouse ~ February 15 – 16 ~ Held at the Fairmount Park Horticulture Center at 100 N. Horticulture Drive. Warm up at this indoor oasis! The Getaway at the Greenhouse is a pop-up tropical destination with all-ages fun centered around five family friendly rooms: The Jungle, The Beach, The Midway, The Lawn and The Campground. Visitors can meet zoo animals, bring a picnic, visit food trucks and enjoy dance parties and story-times. ~ Getaway at the Greenhouse ~
Philadelphia Auto Show ~ February 15 – 17 ~ Vroom vroom to the Philadelphia Auto Show held at the Pennsylvania Convention! Visitors will be able to get up-close and personal with the newest pre-production vehicles that will soon be at dealerships around the region. The show will feature more than 700 concept, classic, luxury and exotic cars on display. It will be easy to navigate because all the vehicles are arranged by category. ~ Philadelphia Auto Show ~
Wine & Chocolate Parings at Chaddsford Winery ~ February 15 – 23 (Saturdays & Sundays) & February 14 aka Valentine’s Day ~ Enjoy an intimate, sit-down wine and chocolate pairing. Savor 5 artisan chocolates carefully paired with their award-winning wines. For more details, click Wine & Chocolate Pairings at Chaddsford Winery.
Ice Skating at Rothman Ice Rink ~ February 15 – 23 ~ FREE (ice skating month of February, not to include skate rentals) Enjoy ice skating and more at Rothman Ice Rink. Stay tuned to their site for upcoming skating events. ~ Ice Skating at Rothman Ice Rink ~
Our guide to the many fireplaces located in Philadelphia bars & restaurants ~ February 15 – 28 ~ Check out the 39 restaurants & bars with fireplaces in Philly! Are we missing one? Please tell us. thx ~ Our guide to the many fireplaces located in Philadelphia bars & restaurants ~
Black History Month Celebrations ~ February 15 – 29 ~ Enjoy the many activities, events, free admission to museums and more throughout Philadelphia during Black History Month! ~ Black History Month Celebrations ~
Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest ~ February 15 – March 8 ~ Held at Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest at 101 S. Christopher Columbus Boulevard. Enjoy ice skating, food, beverages, a heated log cabin with a fireplace, games and more! ~ Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest ~
Orchid Extravaganza at Longwood Gardens ~ February 15 – March 22 ~ Held at Longwood Gardens at 1001 Longwood Road in Kennett Square. Free with general admission (timed tickets required). This special attraction creates an absolutely transcendent experience for orchid lovers, perching and planting the rarest and most beautiful of flora from conservatories to outdoors. ~ Orchid Extravaganza at Longwood Gardens ~
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Our Guide to Restaurants and Fun Date Activities for Valentine’s Day ~ February 16 ~ Enjoy many romantic restaurants throughout Philadelphia for Valentine’s Day. We have a bonus section of fun date ideas at the bottom as well. And yes, Valentine’s Day is February 14, but some things take place the day before. ~ Our Guide to Restaurants and Fun Date Activities for Valentine’s Day ~
Yards Brewing Co Tours ~ February 16 ~ 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 ~
Jurassic World Live Tour at Wells Fargo Center ~ February 16 ~ Tix start at $25. Held at Wells Fargo Center at 3601 S. Broad Street. Your trip to Isla Nublar takes a terrifying turn after the Indominus rex escapes and causes chaos in the park! The adventure continues as you join forces with a team of scientists to unravel a corrupt plan and save Jeanie, an all-new dinosaur, from a terrible fate. Along the way, experience some of Jurassic World’s most iconic dinosaurs including Blue the Raptor, Triceratops, Pteranodons and the mighty Tyrannosaurus rex! ~ Jurassic World Live Tour at Wells Fargo Center ~
Philly POPS Present Aretha: Respect at the Kimmel Center ~ February 16 ~ Tix start at $35. Held at The Kimmel Center at 300 S. Broad Street. To honor the Queen of Soul, The Philly POPS features Broadway powerhouse Capathia Jenkins and R&B singer Ryan Shaw. This event includes renditions of Aretha Franklin hits Bridge Over Troubled Water, Respect and Chain of Fools. ~ Philly POPS Present Aretha: Respect at the Kimmel Center ~
Irish Sessions ~ February 16 ~ 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.
Philly Theatre Week ~ February 16 ~ Held at various locations throughout Philadelphia. This 11-day celebration showcases the city’s fantastic performing arts scene with more than 300 events and performances. ~ Philly Theatre Week ~
Getaway at the Greenhouse ~ February 16 ~ Held at the Fairmount Park Horticulture Center at 100 N. Horticulture Drive. Warm up at this indoor oasis! The Getaway at the Greenhouse is a pop-up tropical destination with all-ages fun centered around five family friendly rooms: The Jungle, The Beach, The Midway, The Lawn and The Campground. Visitors can meet zoo animals, bring a picnic, visit food trucks and enjoy dance parties and story-times. ~ Getaway at the Greenhouse ~
President’s Day Weekend ~ February 16 – 17 ~ Enjoy many activities and events such as FREE admission to museums, special exhibits and programming & more! ~ President’s Day Weekend ~
Wine & Chocolate Parings at Chaddsford Winery ~ February 16 – 23 (Saturdays & Sundays) & February 14 aka Valentine’s Day ~ Enjoy an intimate, sit-down wine and chocolate pairing. Savor 5 artisan chocolates carefully paired with their award-winning wines. For more details, click Wine & Chocolate Pairings at Chaddsford Winery.
Philadelphia Auto Show ~ February 16 – 17 ~ Vroom vroom to the Philadelphia Auto Show held at the Pennsylvania Convention! Visitors will be able to get up-close and personal with the newest pre-production vehicles that will soon be at dealerships around the region. The show will feature more than 700 concept, classic, luxury and exotic cars on display. It will be easy to navigate because all the vehicles are arranged by category. ~ Philadelphia Auto Show ~
Ice Skating at Rothman Ice Rink ~ February 16 – 23 ~ FREE (ice skating month of February, not to include skate rentals) Enjoy ice skating and more at Rothman Ice Rink. Stay tuned to their site for upcoming skating events. ~ Ice Skating at Rothman Ice Rink ~
Our guide to the many fireplaces located in Philadelphia bars & restaurants ~ February 16 – 28 ~ Check out the 39 restaurants & bars with fireplaces in Philly! Are we missing one? Please tell us. thx ~ Our guide to the many fireplaces located in Philadelphia bars & restaurants ~
Black History Month Celebrations ~ February 16 – 29 ~ Enjoy the many activities, events, free admission to museums and more throughout Philadelphia during Black History Month! ~ Black History Month Celebrations ~
Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest ~ February 16 – March 8 ~ Held at Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest at 101 S. Christopher Columbus Boulevard. Enjoy ice skating, food, beverages, a heated log cabin with a fireplace, games and more! ~ Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest ~
Orchid Extravaganza at Longwood Gardens ~ February 16 – March 22 ~ Held at Longwood Gardens at 1001 Longwood Road in Kennett Square. Free with general admission (timed tickets required). This special attraction creates an absolutely transcendent experience for orchid lovers, perching and planting the rarest and most beautiful of flora from conservatories to outdoors. ~ Orchid Extravaganza at Longwood Gardens ~
Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours ~ Month of February ~ Come check out the many Mural Arts tours throughout Philadelphia. ~ Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours for February 2020 or 215-925-3633. ~ About Philadelphia Mural Arts ~
George Washington’s Birthday Party at Valley Forge National Historical Park ~ February 17 ~ FREE – 10 am – 1 pm ~ Held at Valley Forge National Historical Park at 1400 N. Outer Line Drive in King of Prussia. Pay tribute to Gen. George Washington with a fun-filled birthday party. Indoor and outdoor activities take place around the visitor center and include games and crafts for kids, as well as a chance for the little ones to join the Continental Army. Washington stops by for a visit, and all guests can enjoy a slice of celebratory birthday cake. ~ George Washington’s Birthday Party at Valley Forge National Historical Park ~
President’s Day ~ February 17 ~ Enjoy many activities and events such as FREE admission to museums, special exhibits and programming & more! ~ President’s Day ~
Philadelphia Auto Show ~ February 17 ~ Vroom vroom to the Philadelphia Auto Show held at the Pennsylvania Convention! Visitors will be able to get up-close and personal with the newest pre-production vehicles that will soon be at dealerships around the region. The show will feature more than 700 concept, classic, luxury and exotic cars on display. It will be easy to navigate because all the vehicles are arranged by category. ~ Philadelphia Auto Show ~
Ice Skating at Rothman Ice Rink ~ February 17 – 23 ~ Enjoy ice skating and more at Rothman Ice Rink. Stay tuned to their site for upcoming skating events. ~ Ice Skating at Rothman Ice Rink ~
Our guide to the many fireplaces located in Philadelphia bars & restaurants ~ February 17 – 28 ~ Check out the 39 restaurants & bars with fireplaces in Philly! Are we missing one? Please tell us. thx ~ Our guide to the many fireplaces located in Philadelphia bars & restaurants ~
Black History Month Celebrations ~ February 17 – 29 ~ Enjoy the many activities, events, free admission to museums and more throughout Philadelphia during Black History Month! ~ Black History Month Celebrations ~
Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest ~ February 17 – March 8 ~ Held at Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest at 101 S. Christopher Columbus Boulevard. Enjoy ice skating, food, beverages, a heated log cabin with a fireplace, games and more! ~ Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest ~
Orchid Extravaganza at Longwood Gardens ~ February 17 – March 22 ~ Held at Longwood Gardens at 1001 Longwood Road in Kennett Square. Free with general admission (timed tickets required). This special attraction creates an absolutely transcendent experience for orchid lovers, perching and planting the rarest and most beautiful of flora from conservatories to outdoors. ~ Orchid Extravaganza at Longwood Gardens ~
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 ~
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