'Waterfront Relaxation in the City of Brotherly Love' Enjoying a peaceful section of Philadelphia can be found at Race Street Pier. Situated along the Delaware River, next to the beginning of the Ben Franklin Bridge, this park provides several areas for you to relax, hold special events, enjoy a family picnic, or to get a little fun workout into your day. On some nights, watch musicians, outdoor movies, or one of the many summer fireworks displays. History of Race Street Pier Originally … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Bastille Day, Food In Philly & More
July 12, 2013 By
’Exploring All That Philadelphia Has To Offer’ Off with her head! This Sunday is Bastille Day, which you can read more about below. It will be celebrated throughout the city on Saturday, July 13. Check out a fake beheading at Eastern State Penitentiary or check out the 7th Annual Bastille Day Celebration with the Media Arts Council in downtown Media. Love different kinds of foods? Check out the Sidewalk Sizzle and Ice Cream Freeze being held outside of the Reading Terminal Market. And don't … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ All You Can Eat Ice Cream and 4th of July
June 28, 2013 By
'4th of July in Philadelphia’ Can you believe that 4 of July is a week away! As many of you know, there will be many activities and events during the first week of July, thanks to Wawa Welcome America. To kick off the weekend, how about all the ice cream that you can eat at Penn's Landing on June 29 and 30. Definitely check out our 4th of July in Philadelphia cheat sheet below, for the many events and activities, to include the reading of the Declaration of Independence. What event or … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Live Music and Art
June 21, 2013 By
'Summer Fun in Philadelphia’ Happy first day of Summer! To top it off, what great weather for this weekend! So many great events to kick of the summer of 2013. Anything from the Manayunk Arts Festival, to paddle boating at Penn's Landing, music festivals and free movie nights. What event or activity this weekend or during the week excites you the most? Please share with us in the comments below. MyPhillyAlive needs your help! We are in a social media contest and you can help us in … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Free Movies, Music and Festivals
June 14, 2013 By
'Relaxing with Family & Friends for Father's Day’ Yes, we are already in the middle of June. But don't sweat it, because the list of things to do in Philadelphia just get better and better as we head into the summer of 2013. We have found several free movie nights, many activities for the kids, several attractions at Philadelphia museums, and events at local theaters. What event or activity this weekend or during the week excites you the most? Please share with us in the comments … [Read more...]
MyPhillyAlive in Social Media Contest – Helping Philabundance
June 10, 2013 By
' A Social Media Contest for a Worthy Cause Supporting Philabundance' UPDATE as of June 18th: MyPhillyAlive has made it into Round 2, which is now head-to-head competition and runs from June 18 - 24. Winners will be announced June 25th and move onto Round 3. There are several ways that you can help us, which are listed below. We truly appreciate it. Thanks! It's that time of year again when it comes to the Business Journal's social media contest. We are excited to participate this year … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia – First Friday Events & Philly Festivals
June 7, 2013 By
'Exploring the Beautiful Art throughout Philadelphia’ Ignore the rain and just enjoy the many wonderful ways to explore Philadelphia's Art Scene. We start off the week with First Friday's, which has grown over the years in popularity. Not only can you check out the art scene in areas such as Old City and Manayunk, but it's been expanding into areas such as Penns Landing, local restaurants and bars, and so many other locations. One of MyPhillyAlive's favorite artists is our very own Britt … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia – Philly Beer Week, Philly Bike Day and more!
May 31, 2013 By
'Keeping In Shape or Drinking The Week Away - Which is it?’ It certainly feels like Summer now, even though the official day of summer begins on June 21. Maybe starring at the fountain picture will cool you off on those hot days. Just when we had 2 whole months of food festivals, it seems like it's time to get in shape. You can walk the Manayunk Wall, participate in the Manayunk Fit Fest, or enjoy free yoga classes by Dhyana Yoga yoga studios down at Race Street Pier. If you want to head … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia – Memorial Day Weekend in Philly
May 24, 2013 By
‘Explore Historical Philadelphia At Its Best’ Memorial Day Weekend is upon us. What plans do you have for Memorial Day Weekend in Philadelphia? We have some fun things for the kids, while keeping with the history of Philadelphia. Your kids can join the Continental Army for marching drills and musket etiquette. How about raise the flag with Betsy Ross. Or listen to historians as they tell the story of every day Philadelphians during this moving version of the Declaration of … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia – Philly Festivals & More
May 17, 2013 By
‘Philly Food At Its Best!’ Anyone stuff yet from the many food festivals that have taken place in Philadelphia recently? Well, strap on that horse feeder, because the mega food event of all Philly Food Festivals takes place this weekend. The 9th Street Italian Market Festival. Who truly gets excited about this event! A quick roundup of the food festivals and events that have already taken place. We already had the 2nd annual Manayunk StrEAT Food Festival, the Philly Farm & Food event, … [Read more...]
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