'Largest Bike Race In North America' Get your cowbells ready! The Philadelphia International Cycling Classic, aka the Manayunk Bike Race, comes back to town Sunday, June 5, 2016! The 31st running, which has had many different sponsors over the years, will allow visitors to witness over 180 of the top cyclists in the world take to the streets of Philadelphia neighborhoods such as Manayunk, Roxborough, and East Falls. Get your chance to witness the largest cycling event in North America that … [Read more...]
Craft Phila Craft Fair Returns To Independence Mall May 21 and 22 With Shopping, Philly Food Trucks, Music and More!
May 18, 2016 By
'Exploring 100% U.S. Handmade Crafts On Independence Mall!' How can you not love hanging at a Craft Fair that will be located in the Historic Philly area! So much history and now artisans! Well, the Craft Phila Craft Fair invades Independence Mall May 21 and 22, right where it all begun hundred's of years ago! History, our Founding Fathers, the arts and so much more! Think of it as a juried alfresco shopping mart and shop from more than 25 makers and crafters! Visitors will being able … [Read more...]
Silkies Hike In Philadelphia ~ Allowing Veterans To Bond and Cope
May 18, 2016 By
'Camaraderie and Humor Will Save Lives' Twenty-two veterans a day are taking their own lives! Silkies Hike is built on the premise that camaraderie and humor will save lives. Allowing veterans, both former and active, to bond, build friendships, and become a support network that veterans often need to fight the war at home. This hike is not about finding a cure or to raise money, the WALK IS THE CURE. This group wants to reduce PTSD and the suicide rate among the United States Veteran … [Read more...]
Philly Beer Week Fun In Philadelphia!
May 16, 2016 By
'Beer + History + City of Brotherly Love = Fun Loving City of Philadelphia' Beer Week in Philadelphia is an exciting time for many. This years 10-day event(s), from June 3 to 12, is the ninth annual celebration of the city’s beer culture that will be throbbing with energy. Since starting in 2008, the yearly celebration allows beer lovers to go on tours of some of the best pubs and breweries and will feature events ranging from beer tastings, beer-pairing dinners, lectures, and other activities … [Read more...]
Kidstock! A Celebration Of Family, Art and Music For Kids!
May 14, 2016 By
'Helping Parents And Kids With Resources And Early Childhood Education' It's all about the kids and their future! Kidstock is an event that will bring together over 200 families in celebration of family, art and music! This fun family event is a benefit for By My Side Parenting. There will be 5 kid (and adult!) friendly bands that will take the stage at the Garden Center in the heart of Fishtown to rock out in support of their critical programming that provides parenting resources, high … [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...]
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...]
Flavors Of The Avenue Returns To East Passyunk Neighborhood
April 14, 2016 By
'Springtime Food Tasting Event From Some of East Passyunk's Restaurants' Buzz alert! Welcome back Flavors of the Avenue, an exceptional food event in the East Passyunk Neighborhood, bringing the neighborhood’s top restaurants and chefs together for people to enjoy. The event takes place April 24 from 1 pm to 4 pm and tickets are going quickly. This event brings dozens of award-winning restaurants, bars, and bakeries that will offer their signature dishes and drinks, rain-or-shine, under one … [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...]
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