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‘Hopping Through Philadelphia’
It’s going to be a fun packed week of things to do in Philadelphia leading up to Easter Sunday!
With many museum exhibits, the School of Rock at The Academy of Music, the continuation of Philly Wine Week, Easter Egg Hunts and activities, the Brewer’s Plate event, the opening of Game Masters at The Franklin Institute, Franklin Square is now open and so much more, you might need a vacation after this week!
Philly Wine Week ~ March 26 – 29 ~ Continuation of Philly Wine Week, which is an eight day event that embraces those that savor the knowledge and taste of wines. There will be an opening event, events each day and a closing event. Enjoy wine with other fellow wine lovers, listen to guest speakers & much more. ~ Philly Wine Week ~
Women’s History Month ~ March 26 – 31 ~ Held at the National Constitution Center the whole month of March! Guests can enjoy self-guided tours that focus on women’s history such as The Story of We the People, which highlights defining moments in women’s history, a game board challenge, an interactive show about women’s suffrage and more. ~ Women’s History Month ~
Crocs: Ancient Predators in a Modern World Exhibit at the Academy of Natural Sciences ~ March 26 – May 6 ~ Held at The Academy of Natural Sciences, come face-to-snout with live crocodilians, a group of reptiles that has evolved and thrived for 200 million years thanks to their brute strength, keen senses, and murderous instincts. ~ Cros Exhibit at the Academy of Natural Sciences ~
Leonard Bernstein: The Power of Music Exhibit ~ March 26 – September 2 ~ Held at the National Museum of American Jewish Museum. Audiences may be familiar with many of Bernstein’s works, notably West Side Story! The exhibition consists of a collection of artifacts, films and sound bites that not only celebrate the talented composer’s 100th birthday, but also bring to light the stress, fear and eventual hopefulness of an American Jew living through the Holocaust, World War II and the Vietnam War. ~ Leonard Bernstein: The Power of Music Exhibit ~
Design in Revolution: A 1960′s Odyssey Exhibit ~ March 26 – September 9 ~ Held at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. From Pop Art and psychedelia to the civil rights and anti-war movements, the 1960s was a decade of liberation—and of great loss. See how designers, artists, and architects responded to the tumultuous period that still looms large in the American imagination. ~ Design in Revolution: A 1960′s Odyssey Exhibit at the Philadelphia Museum of Art ~
Parkway 100 Celebration ~ March 26 – November 16 ~ The Ben Franklin Parkway is turning 100 and Philadelphia is set to mark this milestone with a year of special events, promotions, and family-friendly experiences through November 18, 2018. ~ Parkway 100 Celebration ~
Hamilton: The Constitutional Clashes That Shaped A Nation ~ March 23 – December 31 ~ Held at the National Constitution Center. The exhibition focuses on Alexander Hamilton and the challenging relationships and friendships he had with some of our country’s history makers such as James Madison, Thomas Jefferson, John Adams and Aaron Burr. ~ Hamilton: The Constitutional Clashes That Shaped A Nation ~
Franklin Square Opened for 2018 Season ~ March 26 ~ 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 ~
School of Rock at The Academy of Music ~ March 27 – April 1 ~ Held at the Academy of Music at 240 S. Broad Street. Based on the hit movie, this inspiring jolt of energy musical opens in Philly. This high-octane smash features 14 new songs from Andrew Lloyd Webber, all the original songs from the movie and musical theater’s first-ever kids rock band playing their instruments live on stage. ~ School of Rock at The Academy of Music ~
Pay-What-You-Wish ~ March 7 ~ 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 ~
Free Rides on the Philadelphia PHLASH Downtown Loop’s Opening Day ~ March 29 ~ Philly Phlash Opens for the season: Various locations throughout Philadelphia! Thursday: FREE rides; Normal service: $2, per person per ride; $5, all-day pass. ~ Free Rides on the Philadelphia PHLASH Downtown Loop’s Opening Day ~
Philly Wine Week ~ March 29 ~ Last day of Philly Wine Week activities. Philly Wine Week is an eight day event that embraces those that savor the knowledge and taste of wines. There will be an opening event, events each day and a closing event. Enjoy wine with other fellow wine lovers, listen to guest speakers & much more. ~ Philly Wine Week ~
The Fisk Jubilee Singers (A Gospel Roots of Rock and Soul Event) at World Cafe Live ~ March 29 ~ FREE (RSVP required) Held at World Cafe Live at 8 pm. The Fisk Jubilee Singers is an award-winning gospel acapella group from Nashville. ~ The Fisk Jubilee Singers at World Cafe Live ~
Friday Nights at The Philadelphia Museum of Art ~ Art After 5 ~ March 23 ~ Free with admission, from 5 pm to 8:45 pm. ~ Mike Casey Trio – Three of the brightest rising stars in jazz—led by saxophonist Mike Casey—perform modern original music and creatively reimagined classics. Held at the Philadelphia Museum of Art in the Great Stair Hall. ~ Art After 5 ~
Brewer’s Plate ~ March 30 ~ Brewer’s Plate In Philadelphia is your chance to savor delightful food that is paired with perfected brews, wine and cocktails from our region’s outstanding chefs, farmers, food artisans, brewers, distillers, and winemakers. Enjoy this talk of the town event! ~ Brewer’s Plate ~
Philly Rabbit Run at Philadelphia Zoo ~ March 31 ~ Registration at 7 am & race starts at 8 am. Make tracks to the Philadelphia Zoo to help fight Parkinson’s disease at the 5k run or 1 mile walk! Participants will receive bunny ears, t-shirt, & goody bag while supplies last. Your racing entry fee gives you free admission into the zoo for the whole day and a post party! ~ Philly Rabbit Run at Philadelphia Zoo ~
Easter Egg Hunt At Reading Terminal Market: FREE – Held at the Piano Court at the Reading Terminal Market from 8 am to noon. The Easter Bunny will be available from 9 am to noon. Egg Hunt for ages 0 – 11 is 9 am to 10 am (bring your own basket). There will be story time 9 am – 9:30 am & egg dyeing from 9:30 am to 11 am in City Kitchen. ~ Easter Egg Hunt At Reading Terminal Market ~
Easter Bunny Brunch and Egg Hunt at the Philadelphia Zoo – Starting at 9:30 am & 11:30 am, enjoy Easter brunch, a meet-and-greet with the Easter bunny and then egg hunting. ~ Easter brunch & egg hunting at Philadelphia Zoo ~
The Hop-Along Trail at Franklin Square: FREE – From 11 am – 1 pm at the Franklin Square playground. Children 10 and under will receive a map, ”carrot cards” and an Easter Egg box, which they will use to navigate Franklin Square in search of giant spring tulips. At each stop, kids will give their “carrot cards” to receive Easter eggs. Once children complete the trail, a surprise guest awaits at the last stop! ~ Egg Hunt at Franklin Square ~
Stenton’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt: FREE – From 1 pm – 3 pm, head on over to the Stenton historic home at 4601 N. 18th Street in Germantown. Event includes egg hunt, natural egg dyeing, crafts and games! Event is free & donations are welcomed. All ages are welcome, but egg hunts are for children under 10 & that the kids bring their own baskets. RSVPs are needed to attend. ~ Stenton’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt ~
Our Guide To Easter Activities In Philadelphia Area ~ March 31 – April 1 ~ Enjoy Easter egg hunts, photos with the Easter bunny, train rides, Easter activities, brunches and more. ~ Our Guide To Easter Activities In Philadelphia Area ~
March Madness Bars in Philly ~ March 31 ~ Congratulations to the Villanova men’s basketball team moving onto the Final Four! Watch the play-in games. Here is our guide to many of the sports bars in Philadelphia to enjoy March Madness games at. ~ March Madness Bars in Philly ~
School of Rock at The Academy of Music ~ March 31 – April 1 ~ Held at the Academy of Music at 240 S. Broad Street. Based on the hit movie, this inspiring jolt of energy musical opens in Philly. This high-octane smash features 14 new songs from Andrew Lloyd Webber, all the original songs from the movie and musical theater’s first-ever kids rock band playing their instruments live on stage. ~ School of Rock at The Academy of Music ~
Shofuso Japanese House and Garden ~ March 31 ~ Explore the beautiful gardens and tea house! To celebrate the 60th anniversary of the attraction, Shofuso will offer tours of the home and gardens and other special events throughout the weekend. All in time for the Subaru Cherry Blossom Festival April 7 to 15! ~ Opening Season of the Shofuso Japanese House and Garden ~
Opening: Game Masters at The Franklin Institute ~ March 31 – September 3 ~ Held at The Franklin Institute. Game Masters showcases the work of over 30 innovative game designers and takes visitors on an interactive journey inside their favorite video games, from the trailblazing arcade era through today’s web and console games. Visitors can challenge themselves to achieve a high score on more than 100 playable games! ~ Opening: Game Masters at The Franklin Institute ~
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South Street Easter Promenade: FREE event for families that starts at 12:30 pm. The 87th Annual Easter Promenade, one of the oldest Easter festivities will feature a parade, live music, photos, costume contests and even a visit from the Easter Bunny & Mrs. Peter Cottontail. The parade leaves from South Street and Passyunk Avenue at 12:30 pm and heads down South Street to 2nd Street. Prizes will be awarded in 12 categories for best dressed kids, families and even FIDO too! After the festivities, stay for a fabulous brunch on South Street. Event is rain or shine. Free and open to the public. ~ South Street Easter Promenade ~
Easter Bunny Brunch and Egg Hunt at Elmwood Park Zoo – Starting at 10:30 am & 12:30 pm, enjoy Easter brunch, a meet-and-greet with the Easter bunny and then egg hunting at Elmwood Park Zoo in Norristown. Tickets are $29.95 for zoo member adults, $34.95 for non-member adults, zoo member kids (ages 3 – 12) $19.95, non-member kids (ages 3 – 12) $24.95 and free for children under the age of 3. ~ Easter brunch & egg hunting at Elmwood Park Zoo ~
Our Guide To Easter Activities In Philadelphia Area ~ April 1 ~ Enjoy Easter egg hunts, photos with the Easter bunny, train rides, Easter activities, brunches and more. ~ Our Guide To Easter Activities In Philadelphia Area ~
First Sundays at Barnes Foundation ~ April 1 ~ FREE – On the first Sunday of every month, visitors to the Barnes Foundation will enjoy free admission, family entertainment and informative seminars from 10 am to 6 pm. Free tickets can be obtained at the Barnes Foundation beginning at 9 am. Advance reservations are not available for Free First Sundays. ~ First Sunday’s at Barnes Foundation ~
Pay As You Wish ~ April 1 ~ Stop in at the Philadelphia Museum of Art every 1st Sunday of the month from 5 pm – 8:45 pm and ”Pay What You Wish”, as you explore the museum and its remarkable collections. ~ Pay What You Wish ~
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