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With the many museum exhibits, Quizzo at the Plough & the Stars (winner $100), Chinese Lantern Festival, Parks On Tap, Philadelphia Phillies, Marvel Exhibit at The Franklin Institute, Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens, Spruce Street Harbor Park and the Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest, Rittenhouse Row Spring Festival, 9th Street Italian Market Festival, 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 May ~ Come check out the many Mural Arts tours throughout Philadelphia. ~ Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours for May 2019 or 215-925-3633. ~ About Philadelphia Mural Arts ~
Philadelphia Phillies vs Milwaukee Brewers ~ May 13 ~ Starting at 7:05 pm at Citizens Bank Park against the Miami Marlins. ~ Philadelphia Phillies vs Milwaukee Brewers ~
La Noche Featuring Radio Jarocho at the Kimmel Center ~ May 13 ~ FREE – Starting at 8 pm at Kimmel Center at 300 S. Broad Street. Guests can enjoy a night of scintillating Latin sounds and dancing. Radio Jarocho is known for blending son jarocho — upbeat, lively Mexican folk music — with the sounds of New York City. ~ La Noche Featuring Radio Jarocho at the Kimmel Center ~
Quizzo at The Plough & the Stars ~ May 13 ~ Win $100! Starting at 9 pm enjoy quizzo at the Plough & the Stars in Old City! Big Money!! ~ Quizzo at The Plough & the Stars ~
Love Your Park Week ~ May 13 – 19 ~ Help with nine days of volunteer opportunities and special events celebrating Philly’s vibrant public parks. Fun events to check out this weekend include a potluck dinner at Bardascino Park (Saturday), a screening of Moana in McMichael Park (Saturday) and yoga in Fairmount Park Horticulture Center (Sunday). A citywide day of service on Saturday brings together thousands of volunteers to help clean up litter, tend to gardens and further beautify 100 parks. ~ Love Your Park Week ~
Chinese Lantern Festival ~ May 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 ~
Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit at The Franklin Institute ~ May 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 ~ May 13 – September 2 ~ Spruce Street Harbor Park at 301 S. Christopher Columbus Boulevard. The 2019 season begins with the Let’s Roll roller skating party at Summerfest (Friday-Saturday) and a performance by jazz vocalist Laurin Talese at SSHP (Sunday). ~ Opening of Spruce Street Harbor Park and the Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest ~
Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens ~ May 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 ~ May 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 ~
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 ~
Philadelphia Phillies vs Milwaukee Brewers ~ May 14 ~ Starting at 7:05 pm at Citizens Bank Park against the Miami Marlins. Fans will enjoy Hatfield Dollar Dog Night! ~ Philadelphia Phillies vs Milwaukee Brewers ~
Love Your Park Week ~ May 14 – 19 ~ Help with nine days of volunteer opportunities and special events celebrating Philly’s vibrant public parks. Fun events to check out this weekend include a potluck dinner at Bardascino Park (Saturday), a screening of Moana in McMichael Park (Saturday) and yoga in Fairmount Park Horticulture Center (Sunday). A citywide day of service on Saturday brings together thousands of volunteers to help clean up litter, tend to gardens and further beautify 100 parks. ~ Love Your Park Week ~
The Musical: Legally Blonde at Walnut Street Theatre ~ May 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 ~
Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit at The Franklin Institute ~ May 14 – September 2 ~ Held at the Franklin Institute at 222 N. 20th Street. Fans of the superhero comics and movies get a look at Marvel iconic memorabilia, to include original Spider-Man art, T’Challa’s Black Panther costume, movie props and concept sketches. The exhibition also promises immersive experiences, like Doctor Strange’s mirror dimension. ~ Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit ~
Spruce Street Harbor Park ~ May 14 – September 2 ~ Spruce Street Harbor Park at 301 S. Christopher Columbus Boulevard. The 2019 season begins with the Let’s Roll roller skating party at Summerfest (Friday-Saturday) and a performance by jazz vocalist Laurin Talese at SSHP (Sunday). ~ Opening of Spruce Street Harbor Park and the Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest ~
Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens ~ May 14 – September 29 ~ Held at Longwood Gardens at 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square. Enjoy more than 1,000 jets that create an impressive display made up of vibrant colors and exciting movements of water. ~ Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens ~
Creatures of Habitatte at the Philadelphia Zoo ~ May 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 ~
Pay-What-You-Wish ~ May 15 ~ 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 Milwaukee Brewers ~ May 15 ~ Starting at 7:05 pm at Citizens Bank Park against the Miami Marlins. ~ Philadelphia Phillies vs Milwaukee Brewers ~
Parks On Tap at Fernhill Park ~ May 15 – 19 ~ Located in Germantown, Fernhill Park is a spacious, open field that’s perfect friends, family, and pets. This huge park is home to a playground, sports fields and courts, and a pavilion that is perfect for barbecuing. There are plenty of trails for walking and exploring the large park. It’s the perfect spot for Parks on Tap this year! ~ Map ~ ~ Parks On Tap ~
Love Your Park Week ~ May 15 – 19 ~ Help with nine days of volunteer opportunities and special events celebrating Philly’s vibrant public parks. Fun events to check out this weekend include a potluck dinner at Bardascino Park (Saturday), a screening of Moana in McMichael Park (Saturday) and yoga in Fairmount Park Horticulture Center (Sunday). A citywide day of service on Saturday brings together thousands of volunteers to help clean up litter, tend to gardens and further beautify 100 parks. ~ Love Your Park Week ~
Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit at The Franklin Institute ~ May 15 – September 2 ~ Held at the Franklin Institute at 222 N. 20th Street. Fans of the superhero comics and movies get a look at Marvel iconic memorabilia, to include original Spider-Man art, T’Challa’s Black Panther costume, movie props and concept sketches. The exhibition also promises immersive experiences, like Doctor Strange’s mirror dimension. ~ Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit ~
Spruce Street Harbor Park ~ May 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 ~
Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens ~ May 15 – September 29 ~ Held at Longwood Gardens at 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square. Enjoy more than 1,000 jets that create an impressive display made up of vibrant colors and exciting movements of water. ~ Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens ~
Creatures of Habitatte at the Philadelphia Zoo ~ May 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 ~
Philadelphia Phillies vs Milwaukee Brewers ~ May 16 ~ Starting at 1:05 pm at Citizens Bank Park against the Miami Marlins. Throwback Thursday! Players will wear their 1980’s-era powder blue uniforms. ~ Philadelphia Phillies vs Milwaukee Brewers ~
Parks On Tap at Fernhill Park ~ May 16 – 19 ~ Located in Germantown, Fernhill Park is a spacious, open field that’s perfect friends, family, and pets. This huge park is home to a playground, sports fields and courts, and a pavilion that is perfect for barbecuing. There are plenty of trails for walking and exploring the large park. It’s the perfect spot for Parks on Tap this year! ~ Map ~ ~ Parks On Tap ~
Love Your Park Week ~ May 16 – 19 ~ Help with nine days of volunteer opportunities and special events celebrating Philly’s vibrant public parks. Fun events to check out this weekend include a potluck dinner at Bardascino Park (Saturday), a screening of Moana in McMichael Park (Saturday) and yoga in Fairmount Park Horticulture Center (Sunday). A citywide day of service on Saturday brings together thousands of volunteers to help clean up litter, tend to gardens and further beautify 100 parks. ~ Love Your Park Week ~
Chinese Lantern Festival ~ May 16 – 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 ~
Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit at The Franklin Institute ~ May 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 ~
Spruce Street Harbor Park ~ May 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 ~
Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens ~ May 16 – 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 ~ May 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 ~
Dinos After Dark ~ May 17 ~ Pay-What-You-Wish (suggested donation $10) From 4 pm – 8 pm at The Academy of Natural Sciences at 1900 Benjamin Franklin parkway. On the fourth Friday evening of every month this winter and spring, the Academy of Natural Sciences is offering pay-what-you-wish admission, family activities, and an indoor beer garden in our famous Dinosaur Hall. ~ Dinos After Dark ~
Friday Nights at The Philadelphia Museum of Art ~ Art After 5 ~ May 17 ~ 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 Colorado Rockies ~ May 17 ~ Starting at 7:05 pm at Citizens Bank Park against the Miami Marlins. ~ Philadelphia Phillies vs Colorado Rockies ~
Parks On Tap at Fernhill Park ~ May 17 – 19 ~ Located in Germantown, Fernhill Park is a spacious, open field that’s perfect friends, family, and pets. This huge park is home to a playground, sports fields and courts, and a pavilion that is perfect for barbecuing. There are plenty of trails for walking and exploring the large park. It’s the perfect spot for Parks on Tap this year! ~ Map ~ ~ Parks On Tap ~
Love Your Park Week ~ May 17 – 19 ~ Help with nine days of volunteer opportunities and special events celebrating Philly’s vibrant public parks. Fun events to check out this weekend include a potluck dinner at Bardascino Park (Saturday), a screening of Moana in McMichael Park (Saturday) and yoga in Fairmount Park Horticulture Center (Sunday). A citywide day of service on Saturday brings together thousands of volunteers to help clean up litter, tend to gardens and further beautify 100 parks. ~ Love Your Park Week ~
Spruce Street Harbor Park and the Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest ~ May 17 – 19 ~ 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 ~
Chinese Lantern Festival ~ May 17 – 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 ~
Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit at The Franklin Institute ~ May 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 ~
Creatures of Habitatte at the Philadelphia Zoo ~ May 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 ~
International Museum Day ~ May 18 ~ FREE (select museums in Philadelphia) – International Museum Day is Saturday, which means admission is free (!) to a handful of Philly’s best museums and cultural institutions, like the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Rodin Museum, the Perelman Building and Cedar Grove. Check with your favorite museum ahead of time to see if it is one of the institutions participating. ~ International Museum Day ~
Rittenhouse Row Spring Festival ~ May 18 ~ Noon to 5 pm. Takes place on Walnut Street from Broad Street to 18th Street. The Rittenhouse Row Spring Festival, one of Philadelphia’s more popular spring festivals, will attract more than 50,000 people from across the region which takes place each May. Enjoy a day of arts, fantastic food, fashion and entertainment. ~ Rittenhouse Row Spring Festival ~
Philadelphia Phillies vs Colorado Rockies ~ May 18 ~ Starting at 4:05 pm at Citizens Bank Park against the Miami Marlins. ~ Philadelphia Phillies vs Colorado Rockies ~
Parks On Tap at Fernhill Park ~ May 18 – 19 ~ Located in Germantown, Fernhill Park is a spacious, open field that’s perfect friends, family, and pets. This huge park is home to a playground, sports fields and courts, and a pavilion that is perfect for barbecuing. There are plenty of trails for walking and exploring the large park. It’s the perfect spot for Parks on Tap this year! ~ Map ~ ~ Parks On Tap ~
Strawberry Festival at Peddler’s Village ~ May 18 & 19 ~ FREE to attend. Pay-As-You-Go. 10 am to 6 pm both days. Held at Peddler’s Village at 2400 Street Road, New Hope. Visitors can enjoy fresh and locally grown berries. Savor and purchase many treats such as pastries, jams and chocolate-dipped bites, with strawberries also available for purchase by the pint. Also enjoy a craft show, live entertainment, pie-eating contests, food trucks and more. ~ Strawberry Festival at Peddler’s Village ~
Love Your Park Week ~ May 18 – 19 ~ Help with nine days of volunteer opportunities and special events celebrating Philly’s vibrant public parks. Fun events to check out this weekend include a potluck dinner at Bardascino Park (Saturday), a screening of Moana in McMichael Park (Saturday) and yoga in Fairmount Park Horticulture Center (Sunday). A citywide day of service on Saturday brings together thousands of volunteers to help clean up litter, tend to gardens and further beautify 100 parks. ~ Love Your Park Week ~
9th Street Italian Market Festival ~ May 18 & 19 ~ 11 am to 6 pm both days. Takes place South 9th Street from Wharton Street and Fitzwater Street. The 9th Street Italian Market Festival, a 2-day event, is an exciting time to get out and mingle with fellow Philadelphians while enjoying excellent foods, music and culture. Just make sure to bring your appetite with you! ~ 9th Street Italian Market Festival ~
Spruce Street Harbor Park and the Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest ~ May 18 – 19 ~ 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 ~
Yards Brewing Co Tours ~ May 18 & 19 ~ 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 ~
Love Your Park Week ~ May 18 – 19 ~ Help with nine days of volunteer opportunities and special events celebrating Philly’s vibrant public parks. Fun events to check out this weekend include a potluck dinner at Bardascino Park (Saturday), a screening of Moana in McMichael Park (Saturday) and yoga in Fairmount Park Horticulture Center (Sunday). A citywide day of service on Saturday brings together thousands of volunteers to help clean up litter, tend to gardens and further beautify 100 parks. ~ Love Your Park Week ~
Chinese Lantern Festival ~ May 18 – 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 ~
Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit at The Franklin Institute ~ May 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 ~
Creatures of Habitatte at the Philadelphia Zoo ~ May 18 – September 30 ~ Held at the Philadelphia Zoo at 3400 W. Girard Avenue. Visitors will get to explore 12 amazing life-size LEGO® brick vignettes situated throughout the Zoo. This gazillion piece journey shares the issues animals are facing around the world and spotlights the heroes working to save them. Each life-sized LEGO® brick scene is intricately fashioned from thousands of LEGO® bricks and is on exhibit only at Philadelphia Zoo. Creatures of Habitat highlights the zoo community’s role in protecting wildlife. ~ Creatures of Habitat at the Philadelphia Zoo ~
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Philadelphia Phillies vs Colorado Rockies ~ May 19 ~ Starting at 1:05 pm at Citizens Bank Park against the Miami Marlins. ~ Philadelphia Phillies vs Colorado Rockies ~
Strawberry Festival at Peddler’s Village ~ May 19 ~ FREE to attend. Pay-As-You-Go. 10 am to 6 pm. Held at Peddler’s Village at 2400 Street Road, New Hope. Visitors can enjoy fresh and locally grown berries. Savor and purchase many treats such as pastries, jams and chocolate-dipped bites, with strawberries also available for purchase by the pint. Also enjoy a craft show, live entertainment, pie-eating contests, food trucks and more. ~ Strawberry Festival at Peddler’s Village ~
9th Street Italian Market Festival ~ May 19 ~ 11 am to 6 pm both days. Takes place South 9th Street from Wharton Street and Fitzwater Street. The 9th Street Italian Market Festival, a 2-day event, is an exciting time to get out and mingle with fellow Philadelphians while enjoying excellent foods, music and culture. Just make sure to bring your appetite with you! ~ 9th Street Italian Market Festival ~
Spruce Street Harbor Park and the Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest ~ May 19 ~ 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 ~
Parks On Tap at Fernhill Park ~ May 19 ~ Located in Germantown, Fernhill Park is a spacious, open field that’s perfect friends, family, and pets. This huge park is home to a playground, sports fields and courts, and a pavilion that is perfect for barbecuing. There are plenty of trails for walking and exploring the large park. It’s the perfect spot for Parks on Tap this year! ~ Map ~ ~ Parks On Tap ~
Yards Brewing Co Tours ~ May 19 ~ 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 ~
Love Your Park Week ~ May 19 ~ Help with nine days of volunteer opportunities and special events celebrating Philly’s vibrant public parks. Fun events to check out this weekend include a potluck dinner at Bardascino Park (Saturday), a screening of Moana in McMichael Park (Saturday) and yoga in Fairmount Park Horticulture Center (Sunday). A citywide day of service on Saturday brings together thousands of volunteers to help clean up litter, tend to gardens and further beautify 100 parks. ~ Love Your Park Week ~
Irish Sessions ~ May 19 ~ 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 ~ May 19 – 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 ~
Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit at The Franklin Institute ~ May 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 ~
Creatures of Habitat at the Philadelphia Zoo ~ May 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 ~
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