Ben Franklin Bridge at Sunset
‘Philadelphia Events & Activities Leading Up To The Official Day of Summer’
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With the many museum exhibits, Pride Month in Philadelphia, Quizzo at the Plough & the Stars (winner $100), The Philadelphia Phillies, Chinese Lantern Festival, Marvel Exhibit at The Franklin Institute, Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults, Outdoor Movie Screenings, Center City Sips, Cirque De La Symphonie at the Kimmel Center, Parks On Tap, Baltimore Avenue Dollar Stroll, Flag Fest at Betsy Ross House, Philly Caribbean Carnival & Parade, Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens, Spruce Street Harbor Park and the Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest, Yards Brewing Co Tours, Bloomsday at the Rosenbach, Pizzadelphia Pizza Festival, 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 June ~ Come check out the many Mural Arts tours throughout Philadelphia. ~ Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours for June 2019 or 215-925-3633. ~ About Philadelphia Mural Arts ~
Pride Month In Philadelphia ~ Month of June ~ The city of Philadelphia will observe LGBTQ Pride Month with big parades, festivals, concerts and more. ~ Pride Month in Philadelphia ~
Philadelphia Phillies vs Arizona Diamondbacks ~ June 10 ~ Starting at 7:05 pm at Citizens Bank Park against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Miller Lite Mondays. Enjoy $1 off 24 oz Miller Lite cans. ~ Philadelphia Phillies vs Arizona Diamondbacks ~
Quizzo at The Plough & the Stars ~ June 10 ~ Win $100! Starting at 9 pm enjoy quizzo at the Plough & the Stars in Old City! Big Money!! ~ Quizzo at The Plough & the Stars ~
Flag Fest at Betsy Ross House ~ June 10 to 15 ~ FREE ~ 11 am to 4 pm at the Betsy Ross House at 239 Arch Street. Colonial Chocolate Making- Meet 18th century female entrepreneurs and sample this all-American treat as it was consumed in colonial times. Presented by AMERICAN HERITAGE Chocolate. The flag festivities continue through Saturday, June 15 with more free family programming. Enjoy Flag Day on June 14 and Stars and Stripes on June 15. ~ Flag Fest at Betsy Ross House ~
Chinese Lantern Festival ~ June 10 – 30 ~ Every night of the week from 6 pm to 11 pm at Franklin Square. Take pleasure in the Chinese Lantern Festival at Franklin Square! The square will come alive and glow with 30 larger-than-life illuminated displays such as a huge 200-foot long phoenix, pandas, sea creatures, mythological creatures and more. Enjoy special food, shopping, live performances as well. ~ Chinese Lantern Festival ~
The Musical: Legally Blonde at Walnut Street Theatre ~ June 10 – July 14 ~ Held at the Walnut Street Theatre at 825 Walnut Street. This comedy is about a California sorority sister who heads to Harvard Law School in the Broadway adaptation of the hit movie. ~ Legally Blonde at Walnut Street Theatre ~
Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults ~ June 10 – 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 ~ June 10 – 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 ~ June 10 – 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 ~ June 10 – 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 ~ June 10 – 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 ~ Now 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 ~
Pride Month In Philadelphia ~ Month of June ~ The city of Philadelphia will observe LGBTQ Pride Month with big parades, festivals, concerts and more. Philadelphia celebrates the LGBTQ community this week with the Philly Pride kick-off party on Friday, the annual Philadelphia Dyke March on Saturday that begins and ends at Louis I. Kahn Park in the Gayborhood and the PrideDay LGBT Parade & Festival on Sunday starting at 11:00 am at 13th & Locust streets. ~ Pride Month in Philadelphia ~
Philadelphia Phillies vs Arizona Diamondbacks ~ June 11 ~ Starting at 7:05 pm at Citizens Bank Park against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Mummers Night! The event features an $4 discount on all tickets in locations regularly priced at $47 and under enter the password: STRUT. Click here for discounted tix. Get more details, click here for Mummers Night. ~ Philadelphia Phillies vs Arizona Diamondbacks ~
The Musical: Legally Blonde at Walnut Street Theatre ~ June 11 – July 14 ~ Held at the Walnut Street Theatre at 825 Walnut Street. This comedy is about a California sorority sister who heads to Harvard Law School in the Broadway adaptation of the hit movie. ~ Legally Blonde at Walnut Street Theatre ~
Flag Fest at Betsy Ross House ~ June 11 to 15 ~ FREE ~ 11 am to 1 pm at the Betsy Ross House at 239 Arch Street. Meet George Washington- Meet the Father of our Country and ask him about his life and times. The flag festivities continue through Saturday, June 15 with more free family programming. Enjoy Flag Day on June 14 and Stars and Stripes on June 15. ~ Flag Fest at Betsy Ross House ~
Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults ~ June 11 – 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 ~ June 11 – 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 ~ June 11 – 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 ~ June 11 – 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 ~ June 11 – 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 ~
Pay-What-You-Wish ~ June 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 ~
Philadelphia Phillies vs Arizona Diamondbacks ~ June 12 ~ Starting at 7:05 pm at Citizens Bank Park against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Enjoy Irish Heritage Celebration. The first 3,000 fans that purchase tickets through this event will receive a coupon for an exclusive Phillies St. Patrick’s Day Jersey! To help honor the Irish community, the event features a $2 discount in locations regularly priced $47 and under. To order tickets (subject to availability), click here and enter the password: IRISH For more info about Irish Heritage Night. ~ Philadelphia Phillies vs Arizona Diamondbacks ~
The Musical: Legally Blonde at Walnut Street Theatre ~ June 12 – July 14 ~ Held at the Walnut Street Theatre at 825 Walnut Street. This comedy is about a California sorority sister who heads to Harvard Law School in the Broadway adaptation of the hit movie. ~ Legally Blonde at Walnut Street Theatre ~
Flag Fest at Betsy Ross House ~ June 12 to 15 ~ FREE ~ 11 am to 1 pm at the Betsy Ross House at 239 Arch Street. Breeches & Petticoats- This interactive program teaches the audience about dressing in colonial America. The flag festivities continue through Saturday, June 15 with more free family programming. Enjoy Flag Day on June 14 and Stars and Stripes on June 15. ~ Flag Fest at Betsy Ross House ~
Parks On Tap at Belmont Plateau in Fairmount Park ~ June 12 – 16 ~ Located in West Fairmount Park, the Belmont Plateau provides one of the best views of the Philadelphia skyline. ~ Map ~ ~ Parks On Tap ~
Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults ~ June 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 ~ June 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 ~ June 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 ~ June 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 ~ June 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 ~
Cirque De La Symphonie at the Kimmel Center ~ June 13 & 14 ~ Held at the Kimmel Center at 300 S. Broad Street. Enjoy dazzling physical acrobatics and dramatic orchestra music that comes together for two breathtaking circus arts performances that features Cirque de la Symphonie and The Philadelphia Orchestra.~ Cirque De La Symphonie at the Kimmel Center ~
Flag Fest at Betsy Ross House ~ June 13 to 15 ~ FREE ~ 11 am to 1 pm at the Betsy Ross House at 239 Arch Street. Betsy’s Flag Stories- Betsy Ross, herself, presents an interactive program on the history of the flag. Enjoy Flag Day on June 14 and Stars and Stripes on June 15. ~ Flag Fest at Betsy Ross House ~
The Musical: Legally Blonde at Walnut Street Theatre ~ June 13 – July 14 ~ Held at the Walnut Street Theatre at 825 Walnut Street. This comedy is about a California sorority sister who heads to Harvard Law School in the Broadway adaptation of the hit movie. ~ Legally Blonde at Walnut Street Theatre ~
Parks On Tap at Belmont Plateau in Fairmount Park ~ June 13 – 16 ~ Located in West Fairmount Park, the Belmont Plateau provides one of the best views of the Philadelphia skyline. ~ Map ~ ~ Parks On Tap ~
Chinese Lantern Festival ~ June 13 – June 30 ~ Every night of the week from 6 pm to 11 pm at Franklin Square. Take pleasure in the Chinese Lantern Festival at Franklin Square! The square will come alive and glow with 30 larger-than-life illuminated displays such as a huge 200-foot long phoenix, pandas, sea creatures, mythological creatures and more. Enjoy special food, shopping, live performances as well. ~ Chinese Lantern Festival ~
Stroll the Street in Manayunk ~ June 13 – August 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 ~
Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults ~ June 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 ~ June 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 ~ June 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 ~
Baltimore Avenue Dollar Stroll ~ June 13 – 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 ~ June 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 ~ June 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 ~
Friday Nights at The Philadelphia Museum of Art ~ Art After 5 ~ June 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 ~
Flag Fest at Betsy Ross House ~ June 14 to 15 ~ FREE ~ 10 am to 8 pm at the Betsy Ross House at 239 Arch Street. Enjoy a full day of festivities celebrates the flag at the City of Philadelphia’s Official Flag Day Celebration. Meet the Flag Ladies from the Defense Logistics Agency, who stitch Presidential flags here in Philadelphia. Welcome America’s newest citizens following a moving naturalization ceremony and enjoy free admission to the House, courtesy of Dr. Jeffrey Kenneth Kohn. Also, enjoy Stars and Stripes on June 15. ~ Flag Fest at Betsy Ross House ~
The Musical: Legally Blonde at Walnut Street Theatre ~ June 14 – July 14 ~ Held at the Walnut Street Theatre at 825 Walnut Street. This comedy is about a California sorority sister who heads to Harvard Law School in the Broadway adaptation of the hit movie. ~ Legally Blonde at Walnut Street Theatre ~
Parks On Tap at Belmont Plateau in Fairmount Park ~ June 14 – 16 ~ Located in West Fairmount Park, the Belmont Plateau provides one of the best views of the Philadelphia skyline. ~ Map ~ ~ Parks On Tap ~
Chinese Lantern Festival ~ June 14 – June 30 ~ Every night of the week from 6 pm to 11 pm at Franklin Square. Take pleasure in the Chinese Lantern Festival at Franklin Square! The square will come alive and glow with 30 larger-than-life illuminated displays such as a huge 200-foot long phoenix, pandas, sea creatures, mythological creatures and more. Enjoy special food, shopping, live performances as well. ~ Chinese Lantern Festival ~
The Musical: Legally Blonde at Walnut Street Theatre ~ June 14 – July 14 ~ Held at the Walnut Street Theatre at 825 Walnut Street. This comedy is about a California sorority sister who heads to Harvard Law School in the Broadway adaptation of the hit movie. ~ Legally Blonde at Walnut Street Theatre ~
Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults ~ June 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 ~
Spruce Street Harbor Park and the Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest ~ June 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 ~
Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit at The Franklin Institute ~ June 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 ~
Creatures of Habitatte at the Philadelphia Zoo ~ June 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 ~
Flag Fest at Betsy Ross House ~ June 15 ~ FREE – games Pay-As-You-Go. ~ 10 am to 5 pm at the Betsy Ross House at 239 Arch Street. This popular, daylong celebration is full of family-friendly entertainment and activity in the House’s courtyard. Highlights include performances by the Give & Take Jugglers, the Colonial Kids Quest puppet show, the Magic of Ari Felber, the amazing Funicular Aerial Circus and more. Kids will love meeting Betsy Ross, playing old-time carnival games and hearing stories told by the award-winning Once Upon a Nation Storytellers. ~ Flag Fest at Betsy Ross House ~
Philly Caribbean Carnival & Parade ~ June 15 ~ 10 am – 6 pm on S. Chamounix Drive in Fairmount Park. Enjoy the parade with bands, live music and more. After the parade, join everyone for the official after-Carnival concert at Major Events (5075 Lancaster Ave., Phila). ~ Philly Caribbean Carnival & Parade ~
Pizzadelphia Pizza Festival ~ June 15 ~ Noon – 4 pm at The Navy Yard at S. Broad Street & Intrepid Avenue. Enjoy pizza from local purveyors such as Pizza Brain, Santucci’s, Tacconellis, Blackbrid Pizza and more. Aside from delicious slices, visitors can expect DJ tunes, live cooking demos, chef panels, lawn games and more. ~ Pizzadelphia Pizza Festival ~
Yards Brewing Co Tours ~ June 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 ~
Parks On Tap at Belmont Plateau in Fairmount Park ~ June 15 – 16 ~ Located in West Fairmount Park, the Belmont Plateau provides one of the best views of the Philadelphia skyline. ~ Map ~ ~ Parks On Tap ~
Chinese Lantern Festival ~ June 15 – 30 ~ Every night of the week from 6 pm to 11 pm at Franklin Square. Take pleasure in the Chinese Lantern Festival at Franklin Square! The square will come alive and glow with 30 larger-than-life illuminated displays such as a huge 200-foot long phoenix, pandas, sea creatures, mythological creatures and more. Enjoy special food, shopping, live performances as well. ~ Chinese Lantern Festival ~
The Musical: Legally Blonde at Walnut Street Theatre ~ June 15 – July 14 ~ Held at the Walnut Street Theatre at 825 Walnut Street. This comedy is about a California sorority sister who heads to Harvard Law School in the Broadway adaptation of the hit movie. ~ Legally Blonde at Walnut Street Theatre ~
Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults ~ June 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 ~
Spruce Street Harbor Park and the Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest ~ June 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 ~
Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit at The Franklin Institute ~ June 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 ~
Creatures of Habitatte at the Philadelphia Zoo ~ June 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 ~
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Yards Brewing Co Tours ~ June 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 ~
Bloomsday at the Rosenbach ~ June 16 ~ FREE to attend & admission to the museum – Noon to 8 pm. Held at The Rosenbach at 2008 Delancey Place. James Joyce fans spend the day outside The Rosenbach to hear some of Philadelphia’s most interesting personalities read Ulysses. Guests can also enjoy drinks in a beer garden and bites from local food trucks. ~ Bloomsday at the Rosenbach ~
Parks On Tap at Belmont Plateau in Fairmount Park ~ June 16 ~ Located in West Fairmount Park, the Belmont Plateau provides one of the best views of the Philadelphia skyline. ~ Map ~ ~ Parks On Tap ~
Irish Sessions ~ June 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.
Chinese Lantern Festival ~ June 16 – 30 ~ Every night of the week from 6 pm to 11 pm at Franklin Square. Take pleasure in the Chinese Lantern Festival at Franklin Square! The square will come alive and glow with 30 larger-than-life illuminated displays such as a huge 200-foot long phoenix, pandas, sea creatures, mythological creatures and more. Enjoy special food, shopping, live performances as well. ~ Chinese Lantern Festival ~
The Musical: Legally Blonde at Walnut Street Theatre ~ June 16 – July 14 ~ Held at the Walnut Street Theatre at 825 Walnut Street. This comedy is about a California sorority sister who heads to Harvard Law School in the Broadway adaptation of the hit movie. ~ Legally Blonde at Walnut Street Theatre ~
Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults ~ June 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 ~ June 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 ~ June 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 ~
Creatures of Habitat at the Philadelphia Zoo ~ June 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 ~
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