Top Weekend Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ St. Patrick’s Day Events All Weekend, Women’s Film Festival and More!

Irish Dancers at The Irish Memorial

‘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 and much more.

During the week enjoy the Women’s Film Festival, Pay-What-You-Wish and much more.

In upcoming weeks get ready for Women’s History Month, St. Patrick’s Day food, drinks & events, Dinos After Dark, 4th Fridays in Headhouse District, Cigar Event at Catahoula Restaurant, Philadelphia Restaurant Festival, Philly Wine Week, First Friday, First Sunday, Real Ale Invitational at Yard’s Brewing, Chinese Lantern Festival and much more.

What event or activity this, weekend or during the week excites you the most? Please share with us in the comments below. Tip: If you haven’t done so in recent months or years, visit the many wonderful museums in Philadelphia. Philadelphia Museums

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Here at MyPhillyAlive, we like to share fun and exciting events and attractions with you. Check out what’s happening for you this weekend in Philly and for the upcoming week and put these events on your calendar.

Things To Do In Philadelphia this Weekend & Week of ~ March 15 – 21 ~

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!

Informational Posts For Things To Do Year Round or Seasonal

• Our Guide to All Museums in Philadelphia ~ Visit many wonderful museums in Philly. ~ Philadelpha Museums ~  
• Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day ~ March 15 – 17 ~ Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with events, food & drinks specials, celebrations and more leading up to St. Patrick’s Day!  ~ Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day ~
• Our Guide to Fireplaces at restaurants & bars in Philadelphia ~ March 8 – 15 ~ We have listed 34 bars & restaurants located in Philadelphia that have a fireplace to cozy up to while eating & drinking! ~ Our Guide to Fireplaces at restaurants & bars in Philadelphia ~ 
• BalletX Spring Series At The Wilma Theater ~ March 15 – 17 ~  BalletX performs a set of new performances during its Spring Series showcase, which features three new works that include street-dance-inspired ballet and envelope-pushing modern dance. ~ BalletX Spring Series At The Wilma Theater ~ 
• Women’s Film Festival ~ March 15 – 23 ~ Held at various locations including the Philadelphia Film Center at 1412 Chestnut Street. The festival aims to inspire, celebrate and unite women working in the film and entertainment industry. Films made by women and about women are screened throughout the nine-day-long festival. ~ Women’s Film Festival ~
• Women’s History Month ~ March 15 – 31 ~ Explore attractions throughout Philadelphia regarding the many contributions to society made by both historical and modern-day women all month long. ~ Women’s History Month ~ 
• Israeli Film Festival ~ March 16 – April 7 (select dates) ~ Held at various locations Lightbox Film Center at the International House at 3701 Chestnut Street. The festival celebrates the Israeli experience and share Israeli culture with the public. Enjoy screenings of documentaries and feature-length films that range from poignant dramas to lighthearted comedies. ~ Israeli Film Festival ~

Date Specific Events & Activities ~ March 15 – 21 ~

• Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours ~ Month of March ~ Come check out the many Mural Arts tours throughout Philadelphia. ~ Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours for March 2019 or 215-925-3633. ~ About Philadelphia Mural Arts ~  
• Friday Nights Art ~ March 15 ~ Free with admission, from 5 pm to 8:45 pm. ~ Eli Degibri – This acclaimed Israeli saxophonist performs a special tribute to Hank Mobley’s Soul Station, as well as music from his own recent release, Cliff Hangin’. Held at the Philadelphia Museum of Art in  the Great Stair Hall. ~ Friday Nights Art ~   
• Live Irish Music with Stephen Dodd’s ~ March 15 ~ FREE – 6 pm to 9 pm – Held at the Plough & the Stars (on 2nd St in between Market & Chestnut Sts). Listen to Stephen Dodds, all the way from Scotland, in which he’ll get you singing along and ready for St. Patrick’s Day. ~ Live Irish Music with Stephen Dodd’s ~
• Filter Square farmers’ Market ~ March 16 ~ From 9 am to 2 pm, The Food Trust holds an outdoor market at 23rd and Pine Streets. Enjoy fresh vegetables & food from favorite local farmers and producers. ~ Filter Square Farmers’ Market ~
• Liberty Lands Market ~ March 16 ~ From 9 am until 3 pm at 926 N. American St in Northern Liberties. One can find everything from fresh organic produce to hand crafted wears and lotions. Hand made soaps, Ice Creams, sauces, organic teas and coffees and more. Part of the market, you will find animal rescues with adoptables & pet products. ~ Liberty Lands Market ~
• Rittenhouse Farmers’ Market ~ March 16 ~ From 9 am to 3 pm from 18th & Walnut Streets, enjoy fresh seasonal produce, fresh seafood, fresh bread and much more! ~ Rittenhouse Farmers’ Market ~ 
• Clark Park Farmers’ Market ~ March 16 ~ From 10 am to 2 pm, The Food Trust holds an outdoor market at 43rd St and Baltimore Ave. Enjoy fresh vegetables & food from favorite local farmers and producers. ~ Clark Park Farmers’ Market ~  
• Live Irish Music with Stephen Dodd’s ~ March 16 ~ FREE – 6 pm to 9 pm – Held at the Plough & the Stars (on 2nd St in between Market & Chestnut Sts). Listen to Stephen Dodds, all the way from Scotland, in which he’ll get you singing along and ready for St. Patrick’s Day. ~ Live Irish Music with Stephen Dodd’s ~
• Yards Brewing Co Tours ~ March 16 & 17 ~ FREE – Saturday & Sundays from 12 pm to 4 pm at Yards Brewery, enjoy a wonderful tour of the brewery! All tour-goers must be 21+ unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Bus tours, private tours and guided tastings are offered by appointment only. Please contact events@yardsbrewing.com for booking information. ~ Yards Brewing Co Tours ~ 
• Taste of Philadelphia: Market Tours ~ March 16 & 20 ~ 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 ~ 
• Headhouse Farmers’ Market ~ March 17 ~ Established in 2007, this market is located in the historic Society Hill neighborhood of Philadelphia. Featuring more than 40 vendors, Headhouse is one of The Food Trust’s largest farmers markets. ~ Headhouse Farmers’ Market ~  
• Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day ~ March 17 ~ Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with events, food & drinks specials, celebrations and more leading up to St. Patrick’s Day!  ~ Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day ~
• Sunday Fundy at Plough & the Stars ~ March 17 ~ Live Music Free – From 7 am – 10 am Irish buffet for $25. Live music by Stephen Dodds noon to 8 pm. All at the Plough & the Stars (on 2nd St between Market & Chestnut Sts) in Old City District. ~ St. Patrick’s Day at the Plough & the Stars ~  
• Irish Sessions ~ March 17 ~ FREE – Cancelled St. Patrick’s Day. Stephen Dodds will be live from noon to 8 pm (free – no cover). Every Sunday from 5 pm – 9 pm at the Plough & the Stars in Old City! Enjoy musicians playing Irish music while enjoying drinks and or your dinner. 
• Pay-What-You-Wish ~ March 20 ~ 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 ~ 
• The Rail Park Opening ~ Now Open ~ This awesome new public space is FREE to the public.  This space allows visitors to enjoy seating, public art, greenery and elevated city views! The area stretches from Broad and Noble streets, jumps up to the Reading Viaduct overhead and ends above the 1100 block of Callowhill Street. ~ The Rail Park Opening ~
• Franklin Square ~ Open Now 2019 ~ Enjoy mini-golf, a carousel, food and drink options and an outdoor space for kids or to simply hang out at Franklin Square. ~ Franklin Square ~
• Dilworth Park ~ Now Open ~ Enjoy seating areas for relaxation, food & live music. ~ Dilworth Park ~
• Schuylkill Banks Boardwalk  ~ Now Open ~ Enjoy this 2,000 foot new extension bridging the South Street Bridge & the Locust Street bike trail. ~ Schuylkill Banks Boardwalk  ~
• “Your Brain” at Franklin Institute ~ Now Open ~ A permanent exhibit at the Franklin Institute. Travel through a two-story tall neural network climbing structure with dynamic lighting and sound effects that are triggered by your footsteps. Kids can act as a Doctor by scanning the brain with an MRI machine, explore your brain, challenge your brain & much more.   ~ “Your Brain” at Franklin Institute ~ 
• Native American Voices Exhibit at Penn Museum ~ Now Open ~ 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 ~
• 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 ~

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 ~
• Museum of the American Revolution – The Museum of the American Revolution tells the full story of the American Revolution and explores its ongoing legacy, showcasing a vast collection. There are over 3,000 artifacts that have been collected to include General George Washington’s marquee and much more. The museum anchors the eastern end of Independence National Historical Park. ~ Museum of the American Revolution ~
• 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.

Those visiting who need a good tour company to show you around the City of Philadelphia, the historical sites, and much more, please ask us in the comments below, Tweet us at @MyPhillyAlive or ask us on our Facebook Page. ~ If you feel like walking instead, check out Free and Friendly Tours. Click Here for more info.

Upcoming Events & Attractions in Philadelphia ~ March 22  & beyond

• Friday Nights Art ~ March 22 ~ Free with admission, from 5 pm to 8:45 pm. ~ Birdie Busch – An evening celebrating goddess archetypes and women artists in our collection, featuring this local singer-songwriter. Held at the Philadelphia Museum of Art in  the Great Stair Hall. ~ Friday Nights Art ~    
• Dinos After Dark ~ March 22 ~ Pay-What-You-Wish (suggested donation $10)  From 4 pm – 8 pm at The Academy of Natural Sciences at 1900 Benjamin Franklin parkway. On the fourth Friday evening of every month this winter and spring, the Academy of Natural Sciences is offering pay-what-you-wish admission, family activities, and an indoor beer garden in our famous Dinosaur Hall. ~ Dinos After Dark ~
• 4th Friday in Headhouse District ~ March 22 ~ Starting at 5 pm in the South Street Headhouse District, Experience the creativity and energy of the fabulous Fourth Street and South Street business communities with an evening of extended hours, art, music, food and shopping along Historic Fabric Row (and beyond). ~ 4th Friday in Headhouse District ~
• Cigar Event at Catahoula Restaurant ~ March 27 ~ From 6 pm to 10 pm at 775 Front St. Ladies & Gents! Kick-off the spring with this fantastic Cigar event at Catahoula Restaurant and Bar! Just for $40, you will receive a fine cigar, a special event t-shirt, finger foods and your choice of one drink or 2 beers. You’ll have your choice of Bulleit bourbon, Tullamore DEW whiskey, or Chivas Regal scotch… either neat or on the rocks. If you prefer beer, you’ll enjoy (2) Abita beers either on draft or from a can.  They’ll also be donating $1 per ticket to the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia! Lastly, they’ll also be offering 10% off all of their food, liquor and beers during the event! ~ Cigar Event at Catahoula Restaurant ~
• Philadelphia Restaurant Festival ~ March 28 ~ Starting at 6 pm at the Crystal Tea Room. The Philadelphia Restaurant is a food and drink lovers dream! With over 100 different amazing restaurants, craft beers, Bourbon and whiskeys, liquors, and wines from across the Philadelphia area to sample! Everyone will find something to rave about. ~ Philadelphia Restaurant Festival ~
• Philly Wine Week ~ March 31 – April 7 ~ Philly Wine Week is an eight day event that embraces those that savor the knowledge and taste of wines. There will be an opening event, events each day and a closing event. Enjoy wine with other fellow wine lovers, listen to guest speakers and much more. ~ Philly Wine Week ~
• Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours ~ Month of April ~ Come check out the many Mural Arts tours throughout Philadelphia. ~ Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours for April 2019 or 215-925-3633. ~ About Philadelphia Mural Arts ~  
• First Friday in Old City~ April 5 ~ Starts at 5 pm. 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 in Manayunk ~ April 5 ~ Starts at 5 pm. 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 Sundays at Barnes Foundation ~ April 7 ~ FREE – On the first Sunday of every month, visitors to the Barnes Foundation will enjoy free admission, family entertainment and informative seminars from 10 am to 6 pm. Free tickets can be obtained at the Barnes Foundation beginning at 9 am. Advance reservations are not available for Free First Sundays. ~ First Sunday’s at Barnes Foundation ~ 
• Pay As You Wish ~ April 7 ~ Stop in at the Philadelphia Museum of Art every 1st Sunday of the month from 5 pm – 8:45 pm and ”Pay What You Wish”,  as you explore the museum and its remarkable collections. ~ Pay What You Wish ~ 
• Real Ale Invitational at Yard’s Brewing ~ April 14 ~ Details to follow soon.  ~ Real Ale Invitational at Yard’s Brewing ~ 
• Dinos After Dark ~ April 26 ~ Pay-What-You-Wish (suggested donation $10)  From 4 pm – 8 pm at The Academy of Natural Sciences at 1900 Benjamin Franklin parkway. On the fourth Friday evening of every month this winter and spring, the Academy of Natural Sciences is offering pay-what-you-wish admission, family activities, and an indoor beer garden in our famous Dinosaur Hall. ~ Dinos After Dark ~
• Chinese Lantern Festival ~ May 1 – June 30 ~  Every night of the week from 6 pm to 11 pm at Franklin Square. Take pleasure in the Chinese Lantern Festival at Franklin Square! The square will come alive and glow with 30 larger-than-life illuminated displays such as a huge 200-foot long phoenix, pandas, sea creatures, mythological creatures and more. Enjoy special food, shopping, live performances as well.  ~ Chinese Lantern 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 If you happened to visit any of the things mentioned above, please don’t hesitate to leave a comment here or on that article describing what you liked about that event or attraction. As always, we would greatly appreciate any feedback. Thanks, MyPhillyAlive

Philadelphia Weather for the weekend of  March 15 – 17

Friday  |  60% PM Thunderstorms  |  High 67°  |  Low 43°
Saturday  |  Partly Cloudy  |  High 50°  |  Low 32°
Sunday  |  Mostly Sunny  |  High 47°  |  Low 31°

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