9th Street Italian Market Festival in South Philly

'Authentic Italian Culture in South Philadelphia' Food, Food and more Food! The Italian Market is the nation's oldest continuously operating outdoor market. The city's biggest block party will take place on May 21 and 22, which runs along South 9th Street, from Fitzwater to Federal Streets. The family event will go live from 11 am to 6 pm on both days. Just like St. Patrick's Day, when everyone is Irish for a day, this festival is when everyone becomes Italian for the 2-day … [Read more...]

Rim Café In The Italian Market Section Of Philadelphia!

"Make It Happen Baby!" . Calling all lovers of hot chocolate, espresso, coffee, Cannolis, Gelatos, sweets and more! Meet the Godfather of hot chocolate, founder and owner of Rim Café, Frenchman René Kobeitri. Kobeitri, who had created Groupe Rim, which originated on the Cote d’Azur in 1982, had expanded and opened shops in Cagnes-sur-Mer and then in Cannes. By the late 1980’s, René was the premier caterer to the finest Cote d’Azur hotel establishments such as Beach Plaza … [Read more...]

Top Weekend Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ 9th Street Italian Market Festival, Rittenhouse Row Spring Festival, Spruce Street Harbor Park, Parks On Tap and More!

'Spring Festival In Philadelphia'   The weekend kicks off with Parks on Tap, Spruce Street Harbor Park, Chinese Lantern Festival, Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit at The Franklin Institute, Legally Blonde Musical, Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens and more.  During the weekend enjoy the Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit at The Franklin Institute, Spruce Street Harbor Park, Chinese Lantern Festival, 9th Street Italian Market Festival, Rittenhouse … [Read more...]

Weekend Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Parks On Tap, Silkies Hike, Italian Market Festival, Rittenhouse Row Spring Festival, Kensington Kinetic Sculpture Derby and Arts Festival, Craft Beer and Wine Festival, Burger Brawl and More!

'Festivals Galore! Bring Your Walking Shoes!' The weekend kicks off with Parks On Tap, Spruce Street Harbor Park, Chinese Lantern Festival, the continuation of American Spirits: The Rise & Fall of Prohibition and more. During the weekend enjoy the Spruce Street Harbor Park, Silkies Hike, the Italian Market Festival, the Rittenhouse Row Spring Festival, Kensington Kinetic Sculpture Derby & Arts Festival, Plazapalooza, Craft Beer and Wine festival, 40th Street Summer Series, Preakness at … [Read more...]

9th Street Italian Market

'Authentic Italian Neighborhood Open-Air Market' The Italian Market is a cook's dream! It's the oldest and largest working outdoor market in the United States which began in the mid-to-late 1880's. The market, which is open 7 days a week, runs along approximately ten city blocks of Ninth Street in South Philadelphia, between Wharton and Fitzwater Streets. The heart of the market is the area of 9th Street between Christian Street and Washington Avenue. There are many grocery shops, food … [Read more...]

Weekend Fun In Philly: 9th Street Italian Market Festival, Kensington Kinetic Sculpture Derby & Arts Festival, Haverford Spring Fest and More!

'Enjoy Tasty Foods & Watch Humanized Vehicles!' One of the most anticipated festivals of the year, the Italian Market Festival, will certainly bring a smile to your face this weekend! This weekend also kicks off with the Kensington Kinetic Sculpture Derby & Festival, Plaza Palooza, and the continuation of the Lego Art exhibit at the Franklin Institute and Beneath the Surface exhibit at Penn Museum. Also enjoy LOVE Your Park activities, Wall Ball 2015, magic shows, farmers' markets, and … [Read more...]