Franklin Square Celebrates 15th Birthday In Historic Philadelphia!

'Celebrate Franklin Square's Birthday With FREE Activities & Performances!' . Enjoy a full day and evening of fun on July 31 from 10 am to 10 pm as Franklin Square celebrates it's 15th season with a large splash into summer! There will be crafts, games, live entertainment, yoga and more - all free of charge! Franklin Square, featuring one of the country's oldest fountains, is one of William Penn’s original five squares, that was included in his design for the City of … [Read more...]

WAWA Welcome America Events In Philadelphia!

"Get Excited Thanks To WAWA Welcome America Many Free Events and Activities"    It's been a tough 16 months for many! Things are looking up and there is no better place to celebrate Independence Day than in America’s Birthplace! The celebration kicks-off with many events and activities prior to 4th of July, all thanks to WAWA Welcome America! The annual WAWA Welcome America Festival started on June 19 and continues all the way to the incredible fireworks finale over … [Read more...]

Manayunk Arts Festival ~ A 2-Day Celebration Of The Arts

'One of the Largest Outdoor Arts Festivals in the Region' It's back, the Manayunk Arts Festival! The 32nd annual arts festival is the largest outdoor juried arts festival that attracts over 200,000 visitors for a weekend of arts, crafts and entertainment. This year's show will be a little smaller and will showcase vendor's work along historic Main Street in Manayunk during the two-day celebration on June 26 and 27, 2021. The vendors will be located in parking lots along Main … [Read more...]

Philadelphia Cheesesteak Tour 2020! The Race To The Best Cheesesteak in the Philly Region! Tour 5!

'Continuing To Find That Perfect Cheesesteak In Philadelphia!'   We are heading into round five of MyPhillyAlive's Philadelphia Cheesesteak Tour as we search for the perfect Philly Cheesesteak! Does it exist? Could it probably be sitting on the other side of the river in New Jersey?  We have created the ultimate cheesesteak tour, in which many of us will be trying 55 plus different cheesesteaks in the Philadelphia region in like six total days! The areas included would be … [Read more...]

Philly Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration At City Hall

'Holiday Traditions In Philly' Get into the holiday spirit at the Philly Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration on Wednesday, December 2 starting at 7:30 pm at City Hall at the North Broad Street Portal (North side of Broad St) outside Dilworth Park!  This year will be very different. This year's tree lighting ceremony will be virtual! The event will air on 6 ABC starting at 7:30 pm! Enjoy an exciting lineup featuring special guests and holiday-inspired musical … [Read more...]

Top Weekend Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Last Weekend Of Winter In Philadelphia!

'Last Full Week of Winter' Travel & Events Advisory: We value the safety and health of those visiting Philadelphia and our Philadelphia residents, which is out top priority. For information and updates from the City of Philadelphia on COVID-19 and how to stay healthy while traveling and/or attending events, click COVID-19 updates. Important Tip: We can still help small businesses survive through these trying times. You can purchase gift cards from restaurants and bars, clothing … [Read more...]

St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Philadelphia

'2nd Oldest St. Patrick's Day Parade in the Country' UPDATE - March 10: As many might have heard, the 2020 Philadelphia St. Patrick's Day Parade has been cancelled. The 250th annual parade will be celebrated March 14, 2021. More info, click here. St. Patrick's Day is a huge celebration, and the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Philadelphia is just as much of a big deal considering the history. This year marks the 250th annual parade and will take place on March 15 at 11:15 am. History … [Read more...]

Free and Exciting Things To Do In Philly This Week, March 9 – 15!

'Experience Broadway Shows, Travel Show, St. Patrick's Day Parade and More!' . Enjoy the many museum exhibits, Sittin’ In at the Kimmel Center, One Book, Many Voices Community Dinner at Cobbs Creek Library, Philadelphia Orchestra: BeethovenNOW at the Kimmel Center, Broadway Philadelphia presents Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles at the Merriam Theater, Pennsylvania Ballet: La Bayadère at the Academy of Music, Israeli Film Festival, Marie Cuttoli at the Barnes … [Read more...]

Top Weekend Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Last Call For Philadelphia Flower Show and Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest, Philly Craft Beer Fest, Israeli Film Festival and More!

'Exploring Philadelphia In March!'   The weekend kicks off with the PHS Philadelphia Flower Show, First Friday, last day of East Passyunk Restaurant Week, Boston Massacre 250th Anniversary at the Museum of the American Revolution, The Philly POPS: POPS Rock Phil Collins at the Kimmel Center, Pennsylvania Ballet: La Bayadère at the Academy of Music, last weekend of ice skating at Blue Cross RiverRink, Orchid Extravaganza at Longwood Gardens and … [Read more...]

Free and Exciting Things To Do In Philly This Week, March 2 – 8!

'Experience the Flower Show, Ice Skating, Philly Craft Beer Fest and More!' . Enjoy the many museum exhibits, March Scratch Night at FringeArts, La NOCHE at the Kimmel Center, Boston Massacre 250th Anniversary at the Museum of the American Revolution, Pennsylvania Ballet: La Bayadère at the Academy of Music, The Philly POPS: POPS Rock Phil Collins at the Kimmel Center, East Passyunk Restaurant Week, First Friday, Philly Craft Beer Fest at the Navy Yard, Paleopalooza at The Academy … [Read more...]