'Good Philadelphia History Tidbits with Ghouls and Stories' Grim Philly Tours opened it's touring services in 2011. Founder Joe Wojie, is a historian and Professor of Rider University, who wants the tours not only to be fun and adventurous, but educational. Grim Philly is an unique tour company because it prides itself on factual events that can be documented with viable sources and not just partial facts or sources that can't be verified by an actual person. In many cases, we'll … [Read more...]
Halloween in Philadelphia – Our Guide to All Things Spooky
October 25, 2019 By
'2019 Spooky Halloween Attractions in Philly' Who gets scared of spooks, goblins, murder mysteries, ghost stories and much more? Halloween can be a treat for all ages, ranging from hayrides to haunted attractions. We would like to share with you the different Halloween events happening in the Philadelphia region for both the family and for adults. To get you into the Halloween spirit, please listen along to some Halloween music. (opens in a new window) Monster Mash – by Bobby … [Read more...]
The Ghost Tour of Philadelphia – Halloween in Philadelphia
October 18, 2019 By
'When History Comes Back to Life' Do you get scared easily? Do the hairs of the back of your neck stand up when spooked? The Ghost Tour of Philadelphia might have this effect on you. Started in 1995, you explore the hidden treasures regarding ghost stories, unraveling the mysteries and secrets of Historic Philadelphia. Benjamin Franklin is said to still roam the streets of Old City. The tour will visit several of his old haunts. Other stories that you might hear are : Does Edgar … [Read more...]
Spirits of ’76 Ghost Tour – Halloween in Philadelphia
October 18, 2019 By
'Terrifying Tales from Haunted Philadelphia' Who enjoys spooky sites and stories that would be related to Philadelphia History. At the Spirits of '76 Ghost Tour, you get to travel down the cobblestone streets of Old City, hearing these chilling stories. The tour is approximately 75 minutes long and takes you to 20 sites throughout the Historic District of the city, visiting such sites as: City Tavern Congress Hall Independence Hall Merchant's Exchange Carpenters' Hall Old … [Read more...]
Top Weekend Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Spruce Street Harbor Park and Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest Opening, Chinese Lantern Festival, Many Philly Events and More!
May 10, 2019 By
'Spring Events In Philadelphia' The weekend kicks off with Philly Tech Week, Parks on Tap, Chinese Lantern Festival, Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit at The Franklin Institute, Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens and more. During the weekend enjoy the Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit at The Franklin Institute, Chinese Lantern Festival, 2nd Saturday at Historic Germantown Sites, Kensington Derby & Arts Festival, Plazapalooza Festival, All-Star … [Read more...]
Top Weekend Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Chinese Lantern Festival, Science Carnival, South Street Spring Festival and Maifest, Haverford Spring Fest and More!
May 3, 2019 By
'Many Events In Philadelphia' The weekend kicks off with First Friday, Philly Tech Week, Parks on Tap, Philadelphia Phillies vs Washington Nationals, Semana Mexicana aka Mexican Week, Philly Vegan Restaurant Week, Chinese Lantern Festival, First Friday, Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit at The Franklin Institute, Spring Blooms at Longwood Gardens and more. During the weekend enjoy the Science Carnival, Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit at The Franklin … [Read more...]
Top Weekend Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Philadelphia Science Festival, Parks On Tap, Penn Relays, Philly Black Pride, Flavors On The Avenue, Philly Vegan Restaurant Week and More!
April 25, 2019 By
'Spring Events In Philadelphia' The weekend kicks off with Dinos After Dark, Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit at The Franklin Institute, Manayunk Restaurant Week, Spring Blooms at Longwood Gardens and more. During the weekend enjoy the Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit at The Franklin Institute, Spring Blooms at Longwood Gardens, Spring KidsFest at Peddler's Village, El Carnaval de Puebla, Flavors on the Avenue, Philly Vegan Restaurant Week, Philly … [Read more...]
Top Weekend Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Marvel Superheroes Opening Exhibit, East Passyunk Easter Egg Hunt, Manayunk StrEAT Food Festival, Real Ale Invitational At Yard’s Brewing, Sakura Sunday and More!
April 12, 2019 By
'Explore Many Philadelphia Events' The weekend kicks off with the Whiz City Comedy Festival, Subaru Cherry Blossom Festival and more. During the weekend enjoy the Opening of Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit at The Franklin Institute, Subaru Cherry Blossom Festival, Easter Egg Hunt at Chew Park, Easter Egg Hunt at Penn Treaty Park, Macy's Family Funday at the African American Museum, Whiz City Comedy Festival, Spring Blooms at Longwood Gardens, East Passyunk … [Read more...]
Top Weekend Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Opening Weekend At Shofuso Japanese House and Garden, Dinos After Dark, Miss Saigon At The Academy Of Music and More!
March 22, 2019 By
'Spring Is In The Air In Philadelphia' The weekend kicks off with the opening of the Shofusho Japanese House and Garden, Miss Saigon at The Academy of Music, Philadelphia Gay Men's Chorus: Risque, Dinos After Dark, March Madness Games at Philly Sports Bars, Bach in the Subways, Women's Film Festival, Women's History Month and more. During the weekend enjoy the last day of the Women's Film Festival, the opening of the Shofusho Japanese House and Garden, Miss Saigon at … [Read more...]
Top Weekend Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ St. Patrick’s Day Events All Weekend, Women’s Film Festival and More!
March 15, 2019 By
'Everyone Is Irish This Weekend In Philadelphia' The weekend kicks off with the St. Patrick's Day events, Live Irish Music with Stephen Dodd's at the Plough & the Stars, Women's Film Festival, Women's History Month and more. During the weekend enjoy St. Patrick's Day events, Women's Film Festival, Live Irish Music with Stephen Dodd's at the Plough & the Stars, the Women's History Month, FREE tours of Yards Brewing Co, farmers’ markets, free yoga … [Read more...]
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