40th Street Summer Series in University City

'Relaxing Family Fun in University City'  Come shake'em, rock'em and roll'em... Every summer, the University City District, the Rotunda and Penn host the 40th Street Summer Series. A free outdoor music series that is family-friendly, now in its fourteenth year. Each concert is scheduled for a Saturday in the summer from June to August, starting at 6 pm. These live performances take place on the greenspace at 39th and Walnuts Streets. Not only will there be the eclectic … [Read more...]

Night Market Philadelphia Is Back!

'Philadelphia's Favorite Street Food Festival!’ Night Market Philadelphia is one of the city’s premier street food festivals. It has grown into more than just a few food festivals a year. Each Night Market Festival spotlights a different Philly neighborhood, showcasing excellent food from local restaurants and Philly’s finest food trucks. These events also include live music, the vibrant arts, and culture scene. It’s basically become a food party that will take place … [Read more...]

Kensington Kinetic Sculpture Derby and Arts Festival

‘Human-Powered Vehicle Floats & Art’ The Kensington Kinetic Sculpture Derby and Arts Festival, held May 11 from noon to 6 pm, is one creative and quirky event that you don't want to miss! In years past, it was two events, the Trenton Avenue Arts Festival and Kensington Kinetic Derby. The all-day event is a combination of crazy derby admirers and those that love art, food and much more. The festival raises money for neighborhood projects and revitalization in the area while … [Read more...]

The Schuylkill Banks Boardwalk Extension

  'Bridging the Gap - South Street Bridge to Major Bike Trail' The time has finally come to take a stroll on the Schuylkill Banks Boardwalk. It will be like walking on water with the sparkling lights of the Center City skyline in the background. The Boardwalk is the first extension of the Schuylkill River Trail in ten years, completed in October 2014, which connects the City’s South Street Bridge to a very popular trail at Locust Street. This new stretch of super walkway … [Read more...]

Flavors Of The Avenue Returns To East Passyunk Neighborhood

'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...]

P’unk Burger On East Passyunk Avenue

'Grass-Fed Burgers on East Passyunk Avenue' It's Burger Time on East Passyunk Avenue! And no pun intended, since P'unk Burger does have the arcade game Burger Time inside their establishment. The owners of Slice, a pizzeria with three locations created by Marlo and Jason Dilks, now bring you P'unk Burger! Opening on February 13, 2015, it's location at 1823 East Passyunk Ave in East Passyunk is another addition to East Passyunk Avenue’s dining scene. P'unk Burger Atmosphere & … [Read more...]

Philly Beer Week’s Hammer of Glory Invades South Philly

'Enjoy South Philly Bars With Curt Decker of Nodding Head Brewery & The Hammer of Glory!' The first inaugural #HOGtour pub crawl, led by Tom Kehoe, took place March 26 in the Fairmount neighborhood of Philadelphia. The HOG and crew now head on over to South Philly April 30, as many gear up for the kick-off to the much anticipated Philly Beer Week,which takes place May 29 to June 7. For those of you that don’t know, HOG stands for Hammer of Glory. The second #HOGTour will take over South … [Read more...]

Philly Beer Week’s Hammer of Glory Leads Neighborhood Pub Crawls

'Come Pub Crawl with the HOG & Tom Kehoe!!' Spring signifies the start of many festivals in Philadelphia. One anticipated event is Philly Beer Week! Usually you have to wait until the end of May. Not anymore! Rev up your palates for the inaugural #HOGTour pub crawl! For those of you that don't know, HOG stands for Hammer of Glory. The first pub crawl leading up to Philly Beer Week will take place in the Fairmount neighborhood of Philly on Thursday, March 26. This special event will … [Read more...]

Our Guide To Christmas Tree Lighting Celebrations in Philadelphia

'Celebrating The Joy Of Communities During The Holidays' Who gets excited about decorating trees during the holidays! Enjoy many tree lighting celebrations throughout the City of Brotherly Love this 2014 holiday season! There will be much more than just beautiful trees being lit. Many of these community celebrations will have live music, hot coco, holiday giveaways, Christmas carols will be sung, dance performers and much more. Grab your friends and family, and enjoy our favorite local … [Read more...]

Night Market Philadelphia

'Excellent Street Food Festivals Presented by the Food Trust' Night Market Philadelphia is one of the city's premier street food festivals. It has grown into more than just a few food festivals a year. Each Night Market Festival spotlights a different Philly neighborhood, showcasing excellent food from local restaurants and Philly's finest food trucks. These events also include live music, the vibrant arts and culture scene. It's basically become a food party that will take place three plus … [Read more...]