Boathouse Row Sunset By HughE Dillion of Philly Chit Chat
‘The Official Day of Summer Begins June 21!’
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With the many museum exhibits, Pride Month in Philadelphia, Quizzo at the Plough & the Stars (winner $100), Chinese Lantern Festival, Marvel Exhibit at The Franklin Institute, Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults, The Musical Cats at Forrest Theatre, Outdoor Movie Screenings, Center City Sips, All-American Cookout at Dilworth Park, Parks On Tap, Old City Eats Block Party, Night Market Overbrook, Baltimore Avenue Dollar Stroll, Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens, Weekend Series Philadelphia Phillies vs Miami Marlins, Manayunk Arts Festival, Caribbean Day at Reading Terminal Market, Philadelphia Juneteenth Parade & Festival, Summer Ale Festival at the Philadelphia Zoo, 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 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 ~
Quizzo at The Plough & the Stars ~ June 17 ~ Win $100! Starting at 9 pm enjoy quizzo at the Plough & the Stars in Old City! Big Money!! ~ Quizzo at The Plough & the Stars ~
Chinese Lantern Festival ~ June 17 – 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 17 – 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 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 ~
Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit at The Franklin Institute ~ June 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 ~
Spruce Street Harbor Park ~ June 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 ~
Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens ~ June 17 – 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 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 ~
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 ~
The Musical Cats at Forrest Theatre ~ June 18 – 30 ~ Held at Forrest Theatre at 1114 Walnut Street. Enjoy this musical that tells the story of one magical night when an extraordinary tribe of cats gathers for its annual ball to rejoice and decide which cat will be reborn. ~ The Musical Cats at Forrest Theatre ~
The Musical: Legally Blonde at Walnut Street Theatre ~ June 18 – 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 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 ~
Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit at The Franklin Institute ~ June 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 ~
Spruce Street Harbor Park ~ June 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 ~
Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens ~ June 18 – 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 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 ~
Pay-What-You-Wish ~ June 19 ~ 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 ~
All-American Cookout at Dilworth Park ~ June 19 – 23 ~ This 5-day event features delicious fare fresh off the grill, a pop-up beer garden, carnival games and other activities for all ages. On Saturday and Sunday, a variety of local musicians play live sets throughout the afternoon. ~ All-American Cookout at Dilworth Park ~
The Musical: Legally Blonde at Walnut Street Theatre ~ June 19 – 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 Campbell Square ~ June 19 – 23 ~ Campbell Square is located at the corner of Allegheny Avenue & Belgrade Avenue. It is a 3 acre park that lies in the heart of the Port Richmond neighborhood of Philadelphia. The lovely park installation’s terraces house various perennial flowers while rock towers break up the landscape and seem to fall into place with the city skyline in the distance. ~ Map ~ ~ Parks On Tap ~
Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults ~ June 19 – 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 19 – 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 19 – 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 19 – 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 19 – 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 ~
Old City Eats Block Party ~ June 20 ~ 5 pm – 9 pm in Old City District. The Old City Eats Block Party in Old City kicks-off Old City Eats, 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. At the block party, enjoy food, drinks, live music and more! ~ Old City Eats Block Party ~
Night Market Overbrook ~ June 20 ~ 6 pm – 10 pm in Overbrook neighborhood of Philadelphia 63rd & Lancaster. Enjoy 50 + food trucks, local restaurants, live music and more! ~ Night Market Overbrook ~
All-American Cookout at Dilworth Park ~ June 20 – 23 ~ This 5-day event features delicious fare fresh off the grill, a pop-up beer garden, carnival games and other activities for all ages. On Saturday and Sunday, a variety of local musicians play live sets throughout the afternoon. ~ All-American Cookout at Dilworth Park ~
Parks On Tap at Campbell Square ~ June 20 – 23 ~ Campbell Square is located at the corner of Allegheny Avenue & Belgrade Avenue. It is a 3 acre park that lies in the heart of the Port Richmond neighborhood of Philadelphia. The lovely park installation’s terraces house various perennial flowers while rock towers break up the landscape and seem to fall into place with the city skyline in the distance. ~ Map ~ ~ Parks On Tap ~
The Musical: Legally Blonde at Walnut Street Theatre ~ June 20 – 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 ~
Chinese Lantern Festival ~ June 20 – 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 20 – 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 20 – 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 20 – 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 20 – 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 20 – 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 20 – 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 20 – 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 21 ~ 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 Miami Marlins ~ June 21 ~ Starting at 7:05 pm at Citizens Bank Park against the Miami Marlins. Chase Utley Retirement Night. Come to the ballpark early. ~ Philadelphia Phillies Vs Miami Marlins ~
All-American Cookout at Dilworth Park ~ June 21 – 23 ~ This 5-day event features delicious fare fresh off the grill, a pop-up beer garden, carnival games and other activities for all ages. On Saturday and Sunday, a variety of local musicians play live sets throughout the afternoon. ~ All-American Cookout at Dilworth Park ~
Parks On Tap at Campbell Square ~ June 21 – 23 ~ Campbell Square is located at the corner of Allegheny Avenue & Belgrade Avenue. It is a 3 acre park that lies in the heart of the Port Richmond neighborhood of Philadelphia. The lovely park installation’s terraces house various perennial flowers while rock towers break up the landscape and seem to fall into place with the city skyline in the distance. ~ Map ~ ~ Parks On Tap ~
Chinese Lantern Festival ~ June 21 – 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 21 – 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 21 – 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 21 – 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 21 – 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 21 – 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 ~
Caribbean Day at Reading Terminal Market ~ June 22 ~ 10 am to 2 pm at the Reading Terminal Market at 51 N. 12th Street. Visitors can see two cooking demonstrations — one with Luis Liceaga of Loco Lucho’s Latino Kitchen and another with Careda Brown-Matthews of Careda’s Caribbean Kitchen — as well as live music, cultural exhibits and more. ~ Caribbean Day at Reading Terminal Market ~
Philadelphia Juneteenth Parade & Festival ~ June 22 ~ 10 am – 7 pm ~ FREE – This annual celebration marks the anniversary of the ratification of the 13th Amendment that previously took place in Center City — moves to West Philly’s Malcolm X Park and the areas surrounding this year. The event features a parade starting at 52nd and Jefferson streets, an official renaming ceremony of 52nd Street to Muhammad Ali Way and a music festival — featuring a performance by Kindred the Family Soul — at the park. ~ Philadelphia Juneteenth Parade & Festival ~
Philadelphia Phillies vs Miami Marlins ~ June 22 ~ Starting at 4:05 pm at Citizens Bank Park against the Miami Marlins. Bud & Burger Night! Stop by Boardwalk Eats in the Left Field Plaza to enjoy specials on Budweisers and burgers, as well as meet 1983 National League Champion Series MVP Gary “Sarge” Matthews, 2:30 – 3:45 p.m. ~ Philadelphia Phillies Vs Miami Marlins ~
Summer Ale Festival at the Philadelphia Zoo ~ June 22 ~ 7 pm – 10 pm at Philadelphia Zoo at 3400 W. Girard Avenue. Beer lovers sample craft beers from the Philly area and beyond while enjoying live music and the zoo’s assemblage of birds, great apes, big cats and more. Breweries on tap for the event include Goose Island Beer Company, Saranac Brewery, Platform Beer Co., Evil Genius Beer Company and many more. ~ Summer Ale Festival at the Philadelphia Zoo ~
Manayunk Arts Festival ~ June 22 & 23 ~ FREE to attend. Sat 11 am – 7 pm & Sun 11 am – 6 pm. Pay-As-You-Go. In Manayunk along Main Street between Shurs Lane and Green Lane. Hundreds of artists from around the nation set up shop during the massive two-day Manayunk Arts Festival, the region’s largest outdoor juried arts fest. Attendees can peruse and purchase jewelry, ceramics, woodworks and sculptures up and down Main Street. ~ Manayunk Arts Festival ~
Yards Brewing Co Tours ~ June 22 & 23 ~ 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 ~
All-American Cookout at Dilworth Park ~ June 22 – 23 ~ This 5-day event features delicious fare fresh off the grill, a pop-up beer garden, carnival games and other activities for all ages. On Saturday and Sunday, a variety of local musicians play live sets throughout the afternoon. ~ All-American Cookout at Dilworth Park ~
Parks On Tap at Campbell Square ~ June 22 – 23 ~ Campbell Square is located at the corner of Allegheny Avenue & Belgrade Avenue. It is a 3 acre park that lies in the heart of the Port Richmond neighborhood of Philadelphia. The lovely park installation’s terraces house various perennial flowers while rock towers break up the landscape and seem to fall into place with the city skyline in the distance. ~ Map ~ ~ Parks On Tap ~
Chinese Lantern Festival ~ June 22 – 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 22 – 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 22 – 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 22 – 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 22 – 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 22 – 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 23 ~ 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 ~
Manayunk Arts Festival ~ June 23 ~ FREE to attend. Pay-As-You-Go. 11 am – 6 pm. In Manayunk along Main Street between Shurs Lane and Green Lane. Hundreds of artists from around the nation set up shop during the massive two-day Manayunk Arts Festival, the region’s largest outdoor juried arts fest. Attendees can peruse and purchase jewelry, ceramics, woodworks and sculptures up and down Main Street. ~ Manayunk Arts Festival ~
All-American Cookout at Dilworth Park ~ June 23 ~ This 5-day event features delicious fare fresh off the grill, a pop-up beer garden, carnival games and other activities for all ages. On Saturday and Sunday, a variety of local musicians play live sets throughout the afternoon. ~ All-American Cookout at Dilworth Park ~
Parks On Tap at Campbell Square ~ June 23 ~ Campbell Square is located at the corner of Allegheny Avenue & Belgrade Avenue. It is a 3 acre park that lies in the heart of the Port Richmond neighborhood of Philadelphia. The lovely park installation’s terraces house various perennial flowers while rock towers break up the landscape and seem to fall into place with the city skyline in the distance. ~ Map ~ ~ Parks On Tap ~
Philadelphia Phillies vs Miami Marlins ~ June 23 ~ Starting at 1:05 pm at Citizens Bank Park against the Miami Marlins. Children 14 & under will receive IBEW Local 98 Rhys Hoskins WIFFLE Ball & Bat Set! ~ Philadelphia Phillies Vs Miami Marlins ~
Irish Sessions ~ June 23 ~ 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 23 – 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 23 – 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 23 – 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 23 – 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 23 – 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 23 – 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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