Irish American Festival Invades The Great Plaza At Penn’s Landing

'Celebrating All Things Irish' What a great way to kick off the month of June than with PECO's Multicultural Series celebrating the Irish American Festival at the Great Plaza at Penn's Landing. The celebration is on June 4 from noon to 7 pm. The PECO Multicultural Series is a succession of outdoor festivals that brings cultures and their traditions from all over the world into Philadelphia. Irish American Festival's Atmosphere & Experience The Irish Festival celebrates … [Read more...]

Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival Meets Franklin Square Again!

‘A Celebration of Light & Culture’  The Chinese Lantern Festival has been extended until July 14! The Chinese Lantern Festival is back for a 4th year in 2019! Be visually inspired as visitors will get to experience the Chinese Lantern Festival again at Franklin Square in Historic Philadelphia May 1 to June 30. The Festival is a celebration of light and culture that features artisans from China creating magnificent steel-framed and silk-wrapped giant lighted … [Read more...]

Top Weekend Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ 9th Street Italian Market Festival, Rittenhouse Row Spring Festival, Spruce Street Harbor Park, Parks On Tap and More!

'Spring Festival In Philadelphia'   The weekend kicks off with Parks on Tap, Spruce Street Harbor Park, Chinese Lantern Festival, Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit at The Franklin Institute, Legally Blonde Musical, Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens and more.  During the weekend enjoy the Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit at The Franklin Institute, Spruce Street Harbor Park, Chinese Lantern Festival, 9th Street Italian Market Festival, Rittenhouse … [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...]

Top Weekend Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Chinese Lantern Festival, Science Carnival, South Street Spring Festival and Maifest, Haverford Spring Fest and More!

'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...]

Haverford Spring Fest Is Back!

'Great music, Art, Food, Drink & Activities' Haverford Spring Fest is back for it's 6th Annual event on May 5 from noon to 7 pm! The music and arts festival will be donating all of their proceeds back into the community, which Benefits music education, food banks, and community initiatives in the Haverford Township Area. If you love music, this festival might be right up your alley. Enjoy such performances by: The music kicks off on the big stage … [Read more...]

South Street Headhouse Spring Festival

'Food, Live Music, Family Fun and More!' The South Street Headhouse 7th annual Spring Festival is a free event that is fun and energized with great food, beer, live music and much more. A great event for the family as kids can enjoy the Kid Zone while others can enjoy the many local shops, restaurants, crafts, live music and more. This year's festival, May 4, will start at 11 am and runs till 8 pm, closing down South Street (between Front and 8th), and along the Second Street Plaza … [Read more...]

Philadelphia Science Festival Returns With Nine Days Of Excitement!

'Bringing Science and Fun Together!' Get your nerd on at the Philadelphia Science Festival, a nine day festival that occurs annually in Philadelphia each April. This year's Science Festival will take place from April 26 to May 4, 2019. In it's 9th year, the Philadelphia Science Festival is presented by The Dow Chemical Company and organized by the awesome folks at The Franklin Institute. The festival aims to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers, and shows how much … [Read more...]

Flavors On The Avenue Returns To East Passyunk Neighborhood

'Springtime Food Tasting Event From Some of East Passyunk's Restaurants' What was once East Passyunk's Flavors of the Avenue is now Flavors on the Avenue! After 10 years under the tent, this annual event has moved onto the streets of East Passyunk and takes place April 28, 2019 from 11 am to 5 pm! This exceptional food event in the East Passyunk Neighborhood brings the neighborhood’s top restaurants and chefs together for people to enjoy. Street food will be specially priced between … [Read more...]

Philadelphia Restaurant Festival March 28, 2019!

‘A Food Lovers Dream!’ The Philadelphia Restaurant Festival, in its 4th year, is where you can enjoy food from all over Philadelphia! Guests can enjoy hand-crafted masterpieces of culinary expertise from 30 local restaurants and chefs while sipping notable wines, craft beers, craft cocktails and spirits selections – while listening to live entertainment. Each general admission ticket includes the following: Food samples from dozens of Philadelphia-area restaurants … [Read more...]