'Bridging the Gap - South Street Bridge to Major Bike Trail' The time has finally come to take a stroll on the Schuylkill Banks Boardwalk. It will be like walking on water with the sparkling lights of the Center City skyline in the background. The Boardwalk is the first extension of the Schuylkill River Trail in ten years, completed in October 2014, which connects the City’s South Street Bridge to a very popular trail at Locust Street. This new stretch of super walkway … [Read more...]
Spruce Street Harbor Park ~ Outdoor Paradise In Philly
June 20, 2016 By
'A Magical Summertime Destination' Excitement invades the Delaware River Waterfront at Columbus Boulevard and Spruce Street. This urban area is being transformed into an outdoor paradise at the Penn's Landing Marina. The new pop-up park in its third year, the Spruce Street Harbor Park, is brought to you by the same people who brought you the Waterfront Winterfest. It will be open from May 6 to September 27. Overview This project was with the help of an ArtPlace American grant and developed … [Read more...]
Chinese Lantern Festival At Franklin Square April 22 – June 12
June 9, 2016 By
'A Celebration of Light & Culture' Be visually inspired as visitors will get to experience the Chinese Lantern Festival at Franklin Square in Historic Philadelphia April 22 to June 12. The Festival, appearing for the first time in the Northeast United States, is a celebration of light and culture that features artisans from China and the Philadelphia region. In conjunction with Franklin Square's 10-year anniversary, the square will come alive and glow with more than 25 … [Read more...]
The Philadelphia International Festival Of The Arts Street Fair
April 21, 2016 By
'Free Block Party' 6 blocks of fun! It's that time of year when the Philadelphia International Festival of the Arts Street Fair transforms part of Broad Street into a free fun zone on April 23 from 11 am to 7 pm! Featuring dozens of performances, rides, a zip line, popular food vendors, and this year’s centerpiece – an enormous waterfall in the center of Broad Street. This fabulous event will take place on Broad Street between Chestnut and South Streets. Performer Highlights Squonk – … [Read more...]
Independence Beer Garden Joins Historical Independence Mall
April 15, 2016 By
'Come Drink Beer With The Ghosts Of Our Founding Forefathers' Come enjoy this beautiful and inviting beer garden, the Independence Beer Garden, which is located at 100 South Independence Mall West, directly across the street from the Liberty Bell. This enchanting space adds to the Independence National Historical Park area. The beer garden is back, opening April 15 and 16 as a teaser, and then officially opening for the season on April 21! Independence Beer Garden Atmosphere & … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ National Park Week, Philadelphia International Festival of the Arts and More!
April 15, 2016 By
‘Honoring Our National Parks' This weekend kicks off with opening of the Independence Beer Garden, the continuation of the Philadelphia International Festival of the Arts, Wine & Wellness Weekend at Chaddsford Winery, the continuation of the exhibits at Penn Museum, the Barnes Foundation, the Academy of Natural Sciences, the Franklin Institute and the play Two Trains Running at Arden Theatre. During the weekend enjoy FREE yoga, farmers' markets, magic shows and much more. The weekend ends … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ PIFA Kick-Off, Philly Farm and Food Fest, Manayunk StrEAT Festival, Art Museum Restaurant Week, Cherry Blossom Festival!
April 8, 2016 By
‘Food, Wine, Festivals - Oh My!' This weekend kicks off with the Philadelphia International Festival of the Arts, the continuation of the exhibits at Penn Museum, the Barnes Foundation, the Academy of Natural Sciences, the Franklin Institute and the play Two Trains Running at Arden Theatre. During the weekend enjoy FREE yoga, Bike & Bagels Bike Ride, Craft Beer Express, Walking Tour - Happy Birthday Thomas Jefferson, farmers' markets, magic shows and much more. The weekend ends with … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Easter Parade, Easter Egg Hunts, Museum Exhibits and More!
March 25, 2016 By
‘Find The Easter Bunny In Philadelphia' This weekend kicks off the continuation of the exhibits at Penn Museum, the Barnes Foundation, the Academy of Natural Sciences, the Franklin Institute and the play Two Trains Running at Arden Theatre. During the weekend enjoy Easter egg hunts for the kids, farmers' markets, magic shows and much more. The weekend ends with the South Street Headhouse Easter Promenade, Easter brunches, an Irish Session at the Plough and the Stars and Live Irish Music as … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ March Madness, Museum Exhibits, Theatre, Spring Wine Festival At Chaddsford Winery, Macy’s Flower Show and More!
March 18, 2016 By
‘First Day Of Spring Might Bring Snow!' This weekend kicks off with March Madness and three Philly colleges playing today with Villanova, Temple and St. Josephs! Check out where to watch all of your favorite teams! Also, the continuation of the exhibits at Penn Museum, the Barnes Foundation, the Academy of Natural Sciences, the Franklin Institute, Tangle Presents RetroAct and the play Two Trains Running at Arden Theatre. During the weekend enjoy the Sound of Music at the Kimmel Center, Spring … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Flower Show, Museum Day Live, The Science Behind Pixar, St. Patrick’s Celebrations, St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Brewer’s Plate!
March 11, 2016 By
‘Green Is In The Air and Spring Is Around The Corner' This weekend kicks off with the continuation of the Philadelphia Flower Show and the continuation of exhibits at Penn Museum, the Barnes Foundation, the Academy of Natural Sciences, and the Franklin Institute. During the weekend enjoy The Science Behind Pixar, Museum Day Live, St. Patrick's Day Celebrations, Harlem Globtrotters, farmers' markets, magic shows and much more. The weekend ends with the Philadelphia St. Patrick's Day Parade, an … [Read more...]
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