Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Festivals, Restaurant Week, Free Music Events and More!

‘Free Yoga, Movies, Music, Festivals & Much More!’

Just when you think things will slow down in the City of Brotherly Love.

The rest of the month of September seems to be book solid with many events and activities for all ages. Such things as the Fringe Arts Festival, the Philadelphia United Jazz Festival, Restaurant Week, the Mexican Independence Day Festival, free music events, sporting events and so much more.

No matter what tickles your fancy, we have a lot events and attractions for you below.

What event or activity this weekend or during the week excites you the most? Please share with us in the comments below.

Did you know : Philadelphia was named 1 of the top 10 US travel destinations for 2013. Also named for having the best sandwich in America, #2 in best burgers in the country by Travel + Leisure and in the last 8 months, the city has been recognized for top 10 parks in the world, best cheesesteaks, and #1 in Culture. We can feel that the list will be growing in 2013.

Here at MyPhillyAlive, we like to share these events and attractions with you. Here are a few highlighted events or attractions for this weekend in Philly and some upcoming attractions or events to put on your calendar. Please don’t hesitate to stop by here tomorrow for any new updates of what is going on this weekend or during the week.

Things To Do In Philadelphia this Weekend & Week of  ~ September 13 – 19 ~

• Oktoberfest 2013 ~ Now until October 27 ~ Oktoberfest invades Philadelphia. Check out our list of events for Oktoberfest. ~ Oktoberfest 2013 in Philly ~
• Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours ~ Month of September ~ Come check out the many Mural Arts tours throughout Philadelphia. ~ Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours for September 2013 ~ or 215-925-3633. ~ About Philadelphia Mural Arts ~
• 2013 Fringe Arts Festival ~ Now until September 22 ~ A culmination of the provocative contemporary work that FringeArts presents year-round, the Festival serves as a platform for local, national, and international artists of all disciplines and all levels of achievement.  Anything from theater, dance, music, visual art, and everything in-between.  ~ 2013 Fringe Festival ~
• Philadelphia Flyers Training Camp & Fan Fest ~ September 13 & 14 ~  FREE and open to the public. Doors will open at 8 am daily. The Flyers will practice on ice each day at the Wells Fargo Center from 8:30 am until 3 pm, while a variety of fan activities will take place throughout the day at XFinity Live. ~ Philadelphia Flyers Training Camp & Fan Fest ~
• Art After 5 ~ September 13 ~ Free with admission, from 5 pm to 8:45 pm. Terell Stafford – Trumpet legend Terrell Stafford will be joined by The Philly New York Junction, featuring Tony Miceli on vibes and Chris Farr, Jill Scott’s musical director, on saxophone, for an evening of swinging jazz. Held at the Philadelphia Museum of Art in the Great Stair Hall. ~ Art After 5 ~
• Movie Night in the Park ~ September 13 ~ FREE – Starting at 7 pm, come watch the Amazing Spiderman at Penn Treaty Park. ~ Events at Penn Treaty Park ~
• Friday the 13th Summer Camp Sleepover ~ September 13 to 14 ~ From 4 pm the 13th to 1 pm the 14th, the Awesome Fest will screen 6 movies while offering the usual summer camp activities as well as fishing, rock-climbing, campfires, food trucks, horror themed vendors, marshmallow roasts, scary stories, as well as many surprises! “Campers” are even encouraged to BYOB and BYOT (bring your own tent)! ~ Friday the 13th Summer Camp Sleepover ~
• Philadelphia United Jazz Festival ~ September 13 – 22 ~ This festival is to promote the knowledge, power and influence of Philadelphia artists on jazz music in all its forms. 20 bands in 6 days! Many of the events will be taking place at the Philadelphia Clef Club of Jazz & Performing Arts. Others at various locations. Check out the events! ~ Philadelphia United Jazz Festival ~
• Taste of Philadelphia: Market Tours ~ September 14 & 18 ~ Starts at 10 am every Wed & Sat – Learn the story behind cheese steaks, hoagies, pretzels and other Philly food favorites, and the 114-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 ~
• Philadelphia Union vs Montreal Impact ~ September 14 ~ Come to PPL Park as the Union take on Houston Dynamo at 7:30 pm. ~ Philadelphia Union Tickets ~
• Mexican Independence Day Festival ~ September 15 ~ Taking place at the Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing from 1 pm – 7 pm, you’ll get to experience a taste of the rich Mexican culture at the festival, good Mexican food, live entertainment and learn about Mexico’s past, while witnessing the traditional “Grito de Independencia,” a civic ceremony led by the Consul of Mexico in Philadelphia. ~ Mexican Independence Day Festival ~
• Philadelphia Eagles ~ September 15 ~ If you aren’t going to the Philadelphia Eagles game when they play the San Diego Chargers, stop by XFinity Live and watch it at the many bars under one roof.
• Pay As You Wish ~ September 15 ~ Stop in at the Philadelphia Museum of Art from 5 pm – 8:45 pm and ”Pay What You Wish”,  as you explore the museum and its remarkable collections.  ~ Pay What You Wish ~
• Philadelphia Restaurant Week ~ September 15 – 20 & 22 – 27 ~ Come experience 3 course meals at some of the best restaurants in Center City for a fixed price. ~ Philadelphia Restaurant Week ~
• 226th Anniversary of the United States Constitution ~ September 17 ~ FREE – In honor of the 226th Anniversary of the United States Constitution, the National Constitution Center will offer free admission to the public from 9:30 am – 5 pm. Come celebrate history in Philadelphia!  ~ 226th Anniversary of the United States Constitution ~ ~ More things about Constitution Day ~
• xCultural Showcase at Love Park ~ September 17 ~ Free. From 5 pm to 7 pm at LOVE Park, music featuring Walnut Theater’s In the Heights Musical presentation and Odunde 365, Temple University’s Bahngra. xCultural Showcase at Love Park ~
• Pay As You Wish ~ September 18 ~ 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 ~
• Target Community Nights at Franklin Institute ~ September 18 ~ FREE fun at the Franklin Institute from 5 pm – 8 pm on the third Wednesday of the month unless otherwise specified (until January 22, 2014). Tonight’s theme is Construction, Build It! ~ Free Fun at Franklin Institute ~
• Center City Sips ~ September 18 ~ (Extended for 4 weeks in September) A great opportunity to sample cocktails and appetizers at new restaurants and visit local favorites with friends and co-workers for happy hour every Wednesday during the summer.  ~ Center City Sips ~
• The Return of the Beach at Eakins Oval ~ September 19 to 22 ~ The Oval returns this fall, popping back up with food trucks, film screenings, live music, a wine garden and festive events and then again on Thursday, October 10 through Sunday, October 13. ~ The Beach at the Oval ~
• xCultural Showcase at Love Park ~ September 19 ~ From 5 pm to 7 pm at LOVE Park, featuring Zumba Fitness Class® with world rhythms Commerce Department Recognizes Outstanding Immigrant Entrepreneurs. ~ xCultural Showcase at Love Park ~
• Pairings on the Parkway ~ September 19 ~ From 5 pm – 8 pm every Thursday, until September 26, come enjoy the fun at Sister Cities Park.  Bring your own bottle of wine and Milk & Honey Café will have cheeses and other goodies for sale that will pair perfectly with your selection. Grab a seat and enjoy the light entertainment from 5:30-7:30 pm. ~ Pairings on the Parkway at Sister Cities Park ~
• Mt. Airy Street Fare Festival ~ September 19 ~ From 6 pm to 10:30 pm, eat and drink from 40+ local restaurants and food trucks on Germantown Avenue in Mt. Airy. ~ Mt. Airy Street Fare ~
• Yoga on the Race Street Pier ~ September 19 ~ FREE – From 6 pm to 7:30 pm, come experience yoga with Dhyana Yoga Studios on the Race Street Pier. Donations accepted. ~ Yoga on the Race Street Pier ~
• Third Thursdays Live & Local ~ September 19 ~ From 7 pm to 10 pm on Race Street Pier, come listen to live music and enjoy beers at a free beer garden on the pier thanks to Philadelphia Brewing Company. ~ Third Thursdays Live & Local ~
• String Band Music Under the Stars ~ September 19 ~ FREE concert starts at 8 pm. – Every Thursday through September, join the Mummers for an outdoor string band performance at the Mummers Museum! Tonight, Greater Kensington String Band. Refreshments are served at 7:30 pm; soft pretzels, hot dogs and soda. FYI – BYO lawn chairs! ~ Mummers in Philadelphia Summer Series ~
• Philadelphia Eagles ~ September 19 ~ If you aren’t going to the Philadelphia Eagles game when they play the Kansas City Chiefs, stop by XFinity Live and watch it at the many bars under one roof. Looking for some tailgating fun, you have until Tuesday, September 17th, to sign up and hang with the crew at One Crazy Fan and some ex-Eagles players like Mark McMillian.
• Cemetery, Serial Killers; Blood & Beer! ~ Now thru November ~This tour takes you from grave robbers to psychopathic killers, and to the pub at the end of the tour. Check out Grim Philly’s other tours also. ~ Cemetery, Serial Killers, Blood & Beer! ~
• 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 ~
• Franklin Square ~ Now Open for 2013 Season ~ Enjoy miniature golf, take a spin on the Philadelphia Park Liberty Carousel, enjoy food at Square Burger and special weekend events for the kids. ~ Franklin Square ~
• 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~
• Stop Hunger Now Packaging Event ~ October 26 ~ From 9 am – 2 pm, help Stop Hunger Now & MyPhillyAlive, in packaging meals for those who are hungry or make a donation.  ~ Stop Hunger Now ~

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

• OysterFest ~ September 20 ~ Held at the Reading Terminal Market, sample a dozen different varieties of oysters from Pearl’s Oyster Bar, alongside a dozen local craft beers from Molly Malloy’s. Net proceeds will benefit Fair Food Philly, a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing healthy local food to the marketplace. ~ Oyster Fest at Reading Terminal Market ~
• Philadelphia Phillies ~ September 20 – 22 ~ A three game series against the New York Mets at Citizens Bank Park. Cool Tip! Free face painting before every Sunday home game by Paint Your Face, inside McFadden’s Ball Park from 10:30 am until the game starts. Anyone can stop by for a free Phillie’s P or even have the Phanatic painted on their cheek!
• Terror Behind the Walls ~ September 20 – November 9 ~ This massive retired prison is rated as one of the top 10 haunted houses in the country. There are 6 attractions inside the cell blocks of Eastern State Penitentiary. ~ Terror Behind the Walls ~
• Moonlight Kayak Tour ~ September 21 ~ Starting at 8 pm, professionally guided tours of the Schuylkill River between Walnut Street Dock and Fairmount Water Works, including 1/2 hour of instruction and 1 hour on the water. ~ Moonlight Kayak Tour ~
• The Beat Cancer 35 Live Anniversary Gala ~ September 21 ~ FREE – Held at World Live Cafe, come listen to talented singers and musicians for free. Donations are accepted. ~ The Beat Cancer Live Concert ~
• Manayunk Restaurant Week ~ September 21 – October 5 ~ Come experience 3 course meals at some of the best restaurants in Manayunk for a fixed price.  ~ Manayunk Restaurant Week ~
• Yoga on the Race Street Pier ~ September 26 ~ FREE – From 6 pm to 7:30 pm, come experience yoga with Dhyana Yoga Studios on the Race Street Pier. Donations accepted. ~ Yoga on the Race Street Pier ~
• String Band Music Under the Stars ~ September 26 ~ FREE concert starts at 8 pm. – Every Thursday through September, join the Mummers for an outdoor string band performance at the Mummers Museum! Tonight, Hardly Ables String Band. Refreshments are served at 7:30 pm; soft pretzels, hot dogs and soda. FYI – BYO lawn chairs! ~ Mummers in Philadelphia Summer Series ~
• 40th Street Summer Series ~ September 28 ~ Starting at 6 pm, come listen to the Spaceship Aloha. Spaceship Aloha’s performances present a kaleidoscope of lush melodies and joyous electronic rhythms inspired by Hawaii’s musical landscape. ~ 40th Street Summer Series in University City ~
• Opera on the Mall ~ September 28 ~ FREE (But You Must Register) – Show starts at 7 pm with pre-show activities starting at 6:30 pm, even for the kids. Taking place in front of Independence Hall in the Independence National Historical Park. ~ Opera on the Mall ~
• Halloween Guide to All Things Spooky in Philadelphia ~ Month of October ~ A fun & scary list of Halloween events & activities! ~ Things to do for Halloween in Philadelphia ~
• Yoga on the Race Street Pier ~ October 3 ~ FREE – From 6 pm to 7:30 pm, come experience yoga with Dhyana Yoga Studios on the Race Street Pier. Donations accepted. ~ Yoga on the Race Street Pier ~
• First Friday Park After Dark ~ October 4 ~ From 5:30 pm to 9 pm, come enjoy regional artists performances presented by FringeArts at the Race Street Pier. ~ First Friday Park After Dark ~
• First Friday’s in Old City~ October 4 ~ 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 ~ October 4 ~ 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 ~
• First Friday Movies Under the Stars ~ October 4 ~  Movie night at the Betsy Ross House starting at 8 pm.  Grab a chair or blanket, bring a snack, dinner or beverage of your choice and enjoy a big-screen movie in the courtyard. Featured movie is Night of the Living Dead. $5 admission gets you a tour of the house also! ~ Movie Night at Betsy Ross House ~
• The Return of the Beach at Eakins Oval ~ October 10 – 13 ~ The Oval returns this fall, popping back up with food trucks, film screenings, live music, pumpkin painting, hay rides, a costume party to celebrate Halloween, a petting zoo and an Eagles game day viewing party. ~ The Beach at the Oval ~
• Old City Seaport Festival ~ October 11 – 13 ~  Come enjoy ship tours, a sunset river tour, food, beer, live music and an actual pirate battle at the Independence Seaport Museum. ~ Old City Seaport Festival ~
• Movie Night in the Park ~ October 17 ~ FREE – Starting time unknown, come watch the Hunger Games at Penn Treaty Park. ~ Events at Penn Treaty Park ~
• Halloween Hoedown ~ October 26 ~ Starting time unknown, come play in the Pumpkin Patch at Penn Treat Park. ~ Events at Penn Treaty Park ~
• Stop Hunger Now Packaging Event ~ October 26 ~ From 9 am – 2 pm, help Stop Hunger Now & MyPhillyAlive, in packaging meals for those who are hungry or make a donation.  ~ Stop Hunger Now ~

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 Weekend Weather for the weekend of September 13 – 15

 

Friday  |  Partly Cloudy  |  High 75°  | Low 52°

Saturday  |  Mostly Sunny |  High 70° | Low 50°

Sunday  | Partly Cloudy  |  High 76° |  Low 59°

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