Marines Birthday Celebration Nov 10 at Tankie’s Tavern Formerly Known As Cookie’s Tavern In South Philly!

‘247th Marine Corps Birthday Celebration’ . On November 10, 1775, the Continential Marines were established by the Second Continental Congress. Research indicates that the birthplace of the Corps, as the first place where Marines enlisted, was Tun Tavern in Philadelphia! In 1781, the Tun Tavern burned down. Its former structure stood at a location now occupied by Interstate 95, where it passes Penn’s Landing. A commemorative marker on the east … [Read more...]

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...]

The Mummers Parade – A Long Standing Philly Tradition

'Mummers Strutting Up Broad Street - A Long Standing Philly Tradition'   Hey Philadelphia, are you ready to strut! The Mummers Parade, which is a New Year’s Day tradition, returns for its 121st year. Nothing like seeing and hearing a String Band performing live in the Mummers Parade which is a one-of-a-kind experience. The 2022 Parade has been postponed until January 2, 2022 due to inclement weather. What is a Mummer? Mummers are men and women of all ages, some as young as 12 … [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...]

The 2021 Philadelphia Flower Show – Habitat: Nature’s Masterpiece

'Philadelphia Flower Show - Habitat: Nature's Masterpiece At FDR Park'   The Philadelphia Flower Show is known as the largest indoor flower show in the world, but this year's show will be outdoors! The 2021 Philadelphia Flower Show will make history, giving guests a chance to experience the beautiful vistas and rolling landscape of FDR Park – a registered historical district – as the Show moves outdoors for the first time in history. Designed by Frederick Law Olmsted – one of … [Read more...]

Marines Birthday Celebration At Cookies Tavern In South Philly!

'244th Marine Corps Birthday Celebration' On November 10, 1775, the Continential Marines were established by the Second Continental Congress. Research indicates that the birthplace of the Corps, as the first place where Marines enlisted, was Tun Tavern in Philadelphia! In 1781, the Tun Tavern burned down. Its former structure stood at a location now occupied by Interstate 95, where it passes Penn's Landing. A commemorative marker on the east side … [Read more...]

South Philly SausageFest!

'Sausage Heaven In South Philly!' Calling all sausage lovers!! Welcome to the th Annual South Philly Sausage Fest taking place on September 21 from 11 am to 7 pm on Broad Street and West Passyunk Avenue. Festivalgoers will enjoy Autumn craft beer from local breweries, live music, and (of course) plenty of sausage and sausage dishes from South Philadelphia restaurants. This year’s festival will feature diverse restaurants, local craft breweries and distilleries, live music … [Read more...]

East Passyunk Car Show and Street Festival

'South Philly Fun With Cars and Food'  Hey car and food lovers! It's Car mania time! It's the 14th Annual East Passyunk Car Show and Street Festival, July 28, that stretches 5 blocks on East Passyunk Avenue from Broad to Dickinson Streets. Get ready to check out over 190 antique cars, vintage cars, classic cars, muscle cars, custom cars, trucks and motorcycles. Prizes will be awarded at 3:30 pm for such categories as best ’50s custom, top 5 motorcycles, best low rider, best of … [Read more...]

String Band Music Under the Stars with the Mummers in the Summer!

'Family Fun and the Mummers Strut with the Mummers String Bands'  The Mummers in Philadelphia is a long standing tradition in which the History of the Mummers date back to the mid 1800's. The first official parade was held January 1, 1901. Imagine that! Many Philadelphians look forward to the Mummers Parade which takes place on New Year's Day. If you wanted more Mummery, there was the Show of Shows, which use to take place near the end of February every year. But … [Read more...]

Sports Bars in Philadelphia for March Madness

'March Madness in Philadelphia' Who doesn't love March. You have spring fast approaching, St. Patrick's Day, American Red Cross month, Women's History month and of course, there is March Madness. The 2019 NCAA Basketball Tournament kicks off March 19 and 20 with a few play in games. Then the real excitement takes place March 21 and ends on April 8 with the National Championship game at the U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This is the time of year that many businesses … [Read more...]