Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Easter Egg Hunts, Parade, Free Yoga, Magic Shows and More!

‘Family Time During Easter Weekend’

Easter weekend is upon us!

The weekend kicks off with the continuation of celebrating Jazz Appreciation month and Manayunk Restaurant Week, a free historic chocolate making demonstration, Easter activities and events, the opening of Dr. Seuss’s Cat in the Hat, the PHAIR Open Air Market, Free yoga, magic shows and the ending with the South Street Easter Promenade and the Philly Zombie Crawl.

In upcoming weeks, get ready for the Center City Jazz Festival, Mainline Restaurant Week, the Philadelphia Science Festival, Flavors of the Avenue in East Passyunk, Philadelphia Children’s Festival, the Aberdeen Dad Vail Regatta, Night Market of 2014, the 9th Street Italian Market Festival, Philly Beer Week and much more.

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Things To Do In Philadelphia this Weekend & Week of  ~ April 18 – 24 ~

FYI – There are many events & attractions listed below that have been open prior today which are listed as “Now” Also, check back daily for updates!

• Our Guide to All Museums in Philadelphia ~ Visit many wonderful museums in Philly. ~ Philadelphia Museums ~
• Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours ~ Month of April ~ Come check out the many Mural Arts tours throughout Philadelphia. ~ Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours for April 2014 ~ or 215-925-3633. ~ About Philadelphia Mural Arts ~
• Jazz Appreciation Month in Philadelphia ~ Month of April ~ Check out the many Jazz events & specials taking place throughout the City of Brotherly Love in the month of April regarding Jazz Appreciation month!  ~ Jazz Appreciation Month in Philadelphia ~
• Philadelphia Book Festival~ Now until April 19 ~ There will be dozens of events at public libraries throughout the neighborhoods of Philadelphia. From author events and story times to book and poetry readings, the events slated for the upcoming festival are nearly endless and cover all forms of written works. ~ Philadelphia Book Festival ~
• Manayunk Restaurant Week ~ Now until April – 25 ~ Here is your chance to enjoy good foods in Manayunk for discounted prices. ~ Manayunk Restaurant Week ~
• Dr. Seuss’s Cat in the Hat ~ April 18 – June 22 ~ held at the Arden Theatre, this classic children’s book comes to great physical life with five actors playing Dr. Seuss’s beloved characters.  ~ Dr. Seuss’s Cat in the Hat ~  ~ Tix to Cat in the Hat ~
• Hayrides to Bunnyland at Linvilla Orchards ~ April 18 – 19 ~ From 11 am – 4 pm, hop aboard a hayride as it carries you through the woods to the Easter Bunny’s house where you’ll have the chance to meet Linvilla’s Easter Bunny in person! Bring YOUR camera! ~ Hayrides to Bunnyland at Linvilla Orchards ~
• Easter Activities & Events ~ April 18 ~ Enjoy egg hunts, photos with the Easter Bunny, a parade and Easter brunches in Delaware, New Jersey, Philadelphia and the Philly Suburbs. ~ Easter Activities & Events in Philadelphia Region ~
• FREE Historic Chocolate Making Demonstration ~ April 18 ~ From 11 am to 4 pm, stop on over at the Betsy Ross House  and what how colonists made and ate chocolate. Get to even taste some of the chocolate learn the answers to these questions and more. ~ Making chocolate at the Betsy Ross House ~
• Art After 5 ~ April 18 ~ Free with admission, from 5 pm to 8:45 pm.  Kavita Shah – A native New Yorker of Indian origin fluent in Spanish, Portuguese, and French, Shah incorporates elements of Indian, Brazilian, and Malian music into her jazz-based repertoire. Held at the Philadelphia Museum of Art in the Great Stair Hall. ~ Art After 5 ~
• Magic Shows at South Street Magic ~ April 18 ~ At 8:30 pm, enjoy Friday Night Mentalism! A Deadly Game of Chance. International entertainer Lucas Simmons has come to Philadelphia and he brought his unique style of mentalism with him! ~ Magic Shows at South Street Magic ~
• Easter Activities & Events ~ April 19 ~ Enjoy egg hunts, photos with the Easter Bunny, a parade and Easter brunches in Delaware, New Jersey, Philadelphia and the Philly Suburbs. ~ Easter Activities & Events in Philadelphia Region ~
• PHAIR Open Air Market ~ April 19 ~  From 10 am to 5 pm at the Shambles in the South Street Headhouse District, come enjoy shopping. Find locally-made items such as jewelry, pottery, photography prints, clothing, home decor and much more. There will food as well & some Philly food trucks. ~ PHAIR Open Air Market at the Shambles in Headhouse District ~
• Center City Jazz Festival ~ April 19 ~ From 1 pm to 7 pm, attendees can expect a jam-packed schedule of 16 bands performing at four venues over six hours, all within walking distance of each other in the heart of Center City. One ticket provides access to all performances. The four venues are Chris’ Jazz Cafe, Fergies Pub, Milk Boy & Time Restaurant.  ~ Center City Jazz Festival ~ ~ Tix to Center City Jazz Festival ~
• Magic Shows at South Street Magic ~ April 19 ~ At 7:30 pm, enjoy Francis Menotti’s Gallery of Magic as he walks you through an interactive display of many of his most internationally acclaimed presentations that have amazed, amused and inspired audiences on six continents.  ~ Magic Shows at South Street Magic ~
• Free Yoga at Schuylkill Banks ~ April 19 & 20 ~ Starting at 11 am, near 25th and Locust streets along the Schuylkill Banks, enjoy free yoga with instructors from Dhyana Yoga. Just bring a yoga mat and be ready to stretch out. ~ Free Yoga at Schuylkill Banks ~
• Colonial for a Day ~ April 19 & 20 ~ Kids can now rent Colonial-themed costumes and immerse themselves in their Historic Philadelphia adventure with the *Brand New* Colonial for a Day costume program! Costumes are available exclusively at the Historic Philadelphia Center at 6th & Chestnut Streets. ~ Colonial for a Day ~
• Taste of Philadelphia: Market Tours ~ April 19 & 23 ~ Starts at 10 am every Wed & Sat – Learn the story behind cheese steaks, hoagies, pretzels and other Philly food favorites, and the 115-year history of the vibrant Reading Terminal Market where they’re sold during this 75-minute, food-writer-led walking tour. ~ Taste of Philadelphia: Market Tours ~
• National Park Week ~ April 19 – 27 ~  On Saturday & Sunday, April 19 & 20, every national park will give you free admission! There will be events and activities throughout National Park Week. Plan your days accordingly. ~ National Park Week ~
• Easter Activities & Events ~ April 20 ~ Enjoy egg hunts, photos with the Easter Bunny, a parade and Easter brunches in Delaware, New Jersey, Philadelphia and the Philly Suburbs. ~ Easter Activities & Events in Philadelphia Region ~
• Spring Plant and Produce Pop-Up at Sister Cities Park ~ April 20 ~ From 10 am to 2 pm at Sister Cities Park, enjoy the plant and produce pop-up presented by Greengsrow Farms, to where you can purchase plants and produce. In addition to purchasing plants for your home garden, families are invited to plant flowers around the park during the event as well. ~ Spring Plant and Produce Pop-Up at Sister Cities Park ~
• South Street Easter Promenade ~ April 20 ~ Free event for families that starts at 12:30 pm. This event will feature a parade, live music, photos, costume contests and even a visit from the Easter Bunny & Mrs. Peter Cottontail. The parade leaves from South Street and Passyunk Avenue at 12:30 pm and heads down South Street to 2nd Street. Prizes will be awarded in 12 categories for best dressed kids, families and even FIDO too! After the festivities, stay for a fabulous brunch on South Street. Event is rain or shine. Free and open to the public. ~ South Street Easter Promenade ~
• Magic Shows at South Street Magic ~ April 20 ~ At 1:30 pm, enjoy Family Fun Magic Show. Music, dancing, laughing and amazement. Tons of audience participation… you’re gonna love it. The show stars the one and only Mr. Messado!! ~ Magic Shows at South Street Magic ~
• Philly Zombie Crawl ~ April 20 ~  The Philly Zombie Crawl is an annual bar crawl that allows you to dress as a zombie! You get to be creative and put on your scariest Zombie attire while walking up and down South Street while stopping at a few bars. End the night with a zombie party at the Theatre of Living Arts (TLA). ~ Philly Zombie Crawl ~
• Main Line Restaurant Week ~ April 21 – 27 ~ Enjoy various types of food selections such as Seafood, Steak, American, Jewish, Italian, Mexican and more. Many local restaurants will be participating, allowing you to indulge in a special lunch price under $20 and three course dinner meals offered at $20, $30, and $40 price ranges. (Does not include tax, gratuity or alcohol). Check it out!  ~ Main Line Restaurant Week ~
• Doreen Taylor Pays Tribute With ‘Colors Of The USA’ at MilkBoy ~ April 22 ~ Helping the cause of saving our National parks, Doreen Taylor will be singing her newly released song, ‘Colors of the USA’, at the MilkBoy Philadelphia starting at 7:30 pm. Part of the proceeds from the song will go to the National Parks Conservation Association. Tickets are $20, to include complementary hors d’oeuvres, meet and greet and photo op with Doreen Taylor, an autographed limited edition copy of “Colors of the USA” & more!  ~ Doreen Taylor Pays Tribute With ‘Colors Of The USA’ at MilkBoy ~
• Pay As You Wish ~ April 23 ~ Stop in at the Philadelphia Museum of Art every Wednesday from 5 pm – 8:45 pm and ”Pay What You Wish”,  as you explore the museum and its remarkable collections.  ~ Pay What You Wish ~
• Dining Out For Life ~ April 24 ~ Dining Out for Life is a special yearly event in which over 150 restaurants and 11 Philly food trucks that will donate 33% of the night’s proceeds to benefit men, women and children with HIV/AIDS.  ~ Dining Out For Life ~
• Penn Relays ~ April 24 – 26 ~ The Penn Relays is the oldest and largest track and field competition in the United States. There is an average of one race every five minutes over 33 hours of competition! Come check it out.  ~ Penn Relays ~
• Manayunk Restaurant Week ~ Now until April – 25 ~ Here is your chance to enjoy good foods in Manayunk for discounted prices. ~ Manayunk Restaurant Week ~
• One Day in Pompeii ~ Now until April 27, 2014 ~  Here is your chance to experience Pompeii held at The Franklin Institute. Explore 150 plus archaeological treasures, feel the floors shake and the walls rumble as you relive the volcano’s catastrophic eruption and witness the devastation left in its path. ~ One Day in Pompeii at The Franklin Institute ~
• Native American Voices Exhibit at Penn Museum ~ Open Now ~ Stop over at Penn Museum in University City and learn about contemporary issues in Native America. Uncover the rich history and identity of the Native American people through 200 plus objects on display & much more. ~ Native American Voices Exhibit at Penn Museum ~
• Franklin Square ~ Now Open for 2014 ~ Franklin Square has many things to do for the kids and with upcoming events! ~ Franklin Square ~
• Ride The Ducks ~ Now Open for the 2014 Season ~ The 70 minute amphibious (land and water) sightseeing tour takes you through the heart of Philadelphia’s Historic District and then on a relaxing cruise along the Penn’s Landing waterfront. Monday – Sunday from 10 am – 5 pm. Reservations, made 24 hrs in advance, must be made with Ride Ducks by calling 877-887-8225, or by visiting the Ride the Ducks kiosk inside the Independence Visitor Center at 6th and Market streets. ~ Ride The Ducks ~
• Gortex Philadelphia Marathon Registration ~ Now until end of May ~ Register for 4 different types of races, such as the marathon or half marathon, for November 22 & 23. ~ Register for Gortex Philadelphia Marathon ~ Gortex Philadelphia Marathon Info ~
• Free Yoga at Race Street Pier ~ Now until August 31 ~ From 9 am to 10 am, every day except Wednesdays, head to Race Street Pier for free yoga with instructors from Dhyana Yoga. Just bring a yoga mat and be ready to stretch out. ~ Free Yoga at Race Street Pier ~
• The Artifact Lab – Mummy Conversation at Penn Museum ~ Now until (no date set) ~ Here is your chance to get up close and personal. Watch conservators clean, examine, & preserve Egyptian Mummies at Penn Museum. Best of all, there are special times during the week to where you can ask them questions in person. ~ Conserving Mummies at Penn Museum ~
• Special Information! – Do you know that Philadelphia has its own slide? Yes, the Philly Slide. With Jaye Moore & Tony Luke Jr, to help support Little Kids Rock. Check it out. ~ The Philly Slide ~

Come Back later this afternoon or evening for more things added to the Philly to do list!

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Visiting Philadelphia

Are you Visiting Philadelphia? Have you lived in or near the City of Philadelphia, but never ventured out too the many historical sites in Philly? Here is a quick guide for some must see attractions in the City of Brotherly Love.

• The Independence Visitor’s Center – Your guide for all of your information relating to historical sites in Philadelphia and other things to do in Philadelphia. ~ Independence Visitor’s Center ~
• Philadelphia Zoo ~ With the warmer weather approaching, you can not miss America’s Oldest Zoo. 42 acres of awesomeness and over 1,000 animals. ~ Philadelphia Z00 ~
• Liberty Bell – Symbol of American Independence – If you are visiting Philadelphia, this is one site that must be seen. ~ Liberty Bell ~
• Elfreth’s Alley ~ Get to walk down a street with 300 years of history. Elfreth’s Alley is one of the oldest continuously inhabited residential streets in America. ~ Elfreth’s Alley ~
• Philadelphia City Hall ~ Like Architecture? Philadelphia History? They give tours of the Philadelphia City Hall. If you go up high enough, you get to see the whole city. ~ Philadelphia City Hall ~
• Philadelphia Museum of Art – So many things that surround this museum. The “Rocky” Steps or the “Rocky” statue. A great view down Benjamin Franklin Parkway. Behind the museum, you can view Boat House Row and a few other things. ~ Philadelphia Museum of Art ~
• Betsy Ross House – Did Betsy Ross actually make the American Flag? Learn about some of Philadelphia’s earliest history. ~ Betsy Ross House ~
• Independence Hall – This is where the Declaration of Independence was adopted and where the Constitution of the United States was debated, drafted and signed. ~ Independence Hall~
• National Constitution Center – If anything, you must see the ‘We the People’ exhibit. There are other timely exhibits. ~ National Constitution Center ~
• Philadelphia Parks – Such as Fairmount Park or even Franklin Square for the kids or relaxing.

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Upcoming Events & Attractions in Philadelphia

• Art After 5 ~ April 25 ~ Free with admission, from 5 pm to 8:45 pm.  Yeahwon Shin – Shin uses her deep affinity for Brazilian music and graceful, fluid vocal range to make boundary-crossing music in a program inspired by the exhibition Treasures from Korea: Arts and Culture of the Joseon Dynasty, 1392-1910. Held at the Philadelphia Museum of Art in the Great Stair Hall. ~ Art After 5 ~
• Philadelphia Science Festival ~ April 25 – May 3 ~ 9 days of over 100 events. More to come soon. ~ Philadelphia Science Festival ~
• Flavors of the Avenue in East Passyunk ~ April 26 ~ More info to come soon. ~ Flavors of the Avenue in East Passyunk
• Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours ~ Month of May ~ Come check out the many Mural Arts tours throughout Philadelphia. ~ Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours for May 2014 ~ or 215-925-3633. ~ About Philadelphia Mural Arts ~
• Clover Market in Admore ~ April 27 ~ From 10 am to 5 pm in Armore, shop at an open-air market featuring 100+ vendors with antiques & collectibles, vintage jewelry & clothing, finely crafted handmade items, and original art. ~ Clover Market in Armore ~
• Philadelphia Children’s Festival ~ April 30 – May ~ More to come soon.  ~ Philadelphia Children’s Festival ~
• Morgans Pier ReOpens for 2014 ~ May 1 ~ Come relax outside with great food & drinks. Enjoy food by Executive Chef in residence, David Gilberg – the critically-acclaimed owner and chef of the much-missed three bell-reviewed KoozeDoo, and James Beard Award nominee—as well as the reintroduction of Sunday Brunch, and the world-class entertainment!  ~ Morgans Pier ReOpens for 2014 ~
• First Friday’s in Old City~ May 2 ~ Your chance to visit Art Galleries throughout Old City after normal hours. You will be able to talk to the art directors and possibly some of Philadelphia’s local artists. This also takes place as First Saturdays with select Art Galleries extending out to Fishtown. ~ First Fridays ~
• First Friday’s in Manayunk ~ May 2 ~ Come enjoy art in Manayunk. Before or afterwards, enjoy a meal at the many restaurants, or stop in one of Manayunk’s wonderful specialty shops. ~ First Friday’s in Manayunk ~
• Magic Shows at South Street Magic ~ May 2 ~ At 8:30 pm, enjoy Friday Night Mentalism! A Deadly Game of Chance. International entertainer Lucas Simmons has come to Philadelphia and he brought his unique style of mentalism with him! ~ Magic Shows at South Street Magic ~
• Philly Improv Theater ~ May 3 ~ From 10:30 pm – 11:30 pm – PHIT House Team Night Mixes amazing storytelling, quick wits, hilarious chaos and a dash of audience participation, an elite cast of the city’s best improvisers create shows that are never seen before and will never be seen again at every performance. Truth! Comedy! Laughs! This show will feature the longest running House Team, Mayor Karen, as they say goodbye with a final farewell show. Please join them for this sure to be emotional show!  ~ Philly Improv Theater ~
• Aberdeen Dad Vail Regatta ~ May 9 & 10 ~ This event is the largest collegiate rowing event in the United States and has become a Philadelphia tradition for decades. ~ Aberdeen Dad Vail Regatta ~
• Art Star Craft Bazaar ~ May 10 ~  Over 100 local & national artists will set up shop & sell their wares at the Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing. ~ Art Star Craft Bazaar ~
• Susan G. Komen Philadelphia® Run/Walk Event ~ May 11 ~ More info to follow. ~ Susan G. Komen Philadelphia® Run/Walk Event ~
• Night Market Philadelphia ~ May 15 ~ The first Night Market of 2014 will take place in Old City from 6 to 10 pm. This event will be a part of the historic attractions, the many excellent eateries and top-notch art galleries in the area with some of Philly’s best food trucks for all of your foodie needs, with live music as well. ~ Night Market Philadelphia ~
• Free Girls Auto Clinic Workshop ~ May 17 ~ Learn about your car. Practical and easy tips and lessons like, what is the purpose of coolant?  How can I tell if I need brakes?  What do the letters on the side of my tire mean? What can I touch under the hood of my car?  What should I not touch? ~ Free Girls Auto Clinic Workshop ~
• The Preakness at The Piazza ~ May 17 ~ A fundraiser for Multiple Sclerosis. Come watch the race at the Piazza at Schmidt’s while enjoying good food & drinks. And don’t forget to wear you fancy hats, pretty dresses, loud pants and fancy bows.  ~ The Preakness at The Piazza ~
• 9th Street Italian Market Festival ~ May 17 & 18 ~ More info to come soon.  ~ 9th Street Italian Market Festival ~
• Clover Market in Admore ~ May 18 ~ From 10 am to 5 pm in Armore, shop at an open-air market featuring 100+ vendors with antiques & collectibles, vintage jewelry & clothing, finely crafted handmade items, and original art. ~ Clover Market in Armore ~
• PHAIR Open Air Market ~ May 24 ~  From 10 am to 5 pm at the Shambles in the South Street Headhouse District, come enjoy shopping. Find locally-made items such as jewelry, pottery, photography prints, clothing, home decor and much more. There will food as well & some Philly food trucks. ~ PHAIR Open Air Market at the Shambles in Headhouse District ~
• Philly Beer Week ~ May 30 – June 8 ~ More information to come soon! ~ Philly Beer Week ~
• PHAIR Open Air Market ~ May 31 ~  From 10 am to 5 pm at the Shambles in the South Street Headhouse District, come enjoy shopping. Find locally-made items such as jewelry, pottery, photography prints, clothing, home decor and much more. There will food as well & some Philly food trucks. ~ PHAIR Open Air Market at the Shambles in Headhouse District ~
• Night Market Philadelphia ~ June 19 ~ Enjoy great food by some of Philly’s best food trucks while listening to live music.~ Night Market Philadelphia ~
• Manayunk Arts Festival ~ June 21 & 22~ Nearly 300 artists that will showcase their work along historic Main Street in Manayunk with 0\over 200,000 visitors for the weekend. ~ Manayunk Arts Festival ~

As always, no matter if you are visiting Philadelphia or live in the City of Philadelphia, we hope our list of things to do in Philadelphia helps you out.

If you have stumbled upon something else that we did not mention, please let us know in a comment or in an e-mail. If you are a business or organization that has an event coming up, please contact us. MyPhillyAlive

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Philadelphia Weather for the weekend of April 18 – 20

 

Friday  |  Mostly Cloudy  |  High 58°  | Low 43°

Saturday  |  Partly Cloudy  |  High 67° | Low 45°

Sunday  | Partly Cloudy  |  High 62°  |  Low 39°

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