2021 Fringe Festival In Philadelphia ~ Our Guide To Top Festival Shows

‘Enjoying All Types Of Performing Arts In Philly’ . The 2021 Fringe Festival, now in its 24th year, is one of Philadelphia’s signature fall arts events celebrating innovation and creativity in contemporary performance from artists around the world. From September 9 to October 3, the Festival will feature hundreds of dance, theater, visual arts, music and spoken-word performances in traditional venues as well as on street corners and in cars, galleries, cabarets and … [Read more...]

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...]

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...]

The Godfather Birthday At Rim Café Creating The Largest Cheesesteak Of 500 Feet In South Philly May 24, 2021!

'Largest Cheesesteak Birthday Celebration In South Philly!'   Friends, family, food and giving back to the community! All rolled into one, thanks to Rene Kobeitri, owner of Rim Café! Rene has a knack for bringing people together from all over. His birthday is May 10th, and because of some Covid restrictions, the party was moved to May 24th. One of Rene's mottos, "Make It Happen Baby," is truly the hallmark of who Rene is, his personality, and the love he has of making people happy! … [Read more...]

Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest At Penn’s Landing

  'A Winter Wonderland at Penn’s Landing’ One has to love this time of year, from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day. Come celebrate 28 years of ice skating this winter at Penn’s Landing’s Blue Cross RiverRink on the Delaware River. The waterfront rink area is being transformed into an exhilarating winter wonderland. The Blue Cross RiverRink Winterferst, known previously as the Waterfront Winterfest, opens right after Thanksgiving Day on Friday, November 27 and will … [Read more...]

Help Save The Philadelphia Restaurant Industry! March With Us To City Hall On December 9!

'Philly Restaurants Are Closing Because Of COVID-19 Restrictions!' . It's real and it's scary for so many in the restaurant industry! Philly Pride and Philly Love are instilled throughout many Philadelphia neighborhoods thanks to the many small restaurants and bars, that bring people of all races together, who have a daily impact on each other and on the economy. Some businesses have been passed down through generations, while others have just started their new adventures into the Philly … [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...]

Old City Dining Room With Outdoor Eating in Old City Philadelphia!

'Enjoying Fabulous Food On 2nd Street In Old City'   Back again for week number 2, July 24 to 26! There is one little twist now! In order to drink, you must order food, unless you order beers and drinks to go. And in order to keep drinking, you still must have food in front of you while eating. You figure it out.  Welcome to the first street closure for city dining in Old City Philadelphia! Thanks to the hard work of the Old City District and their staff, and the City of … [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...]

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...]