Top Weekend Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Terror Behind The Walls At Eastern State Penitentiary, Last Weekend For Spruce Street Harbor Park, Bloktoberfest, Oktoberfest Events, Puerto Rican Day and More!

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‘First Fall Weekend In Philadelphia!’

 

The weekend kicks off with Terror Behind the Walls, Dinos After Dark, Manayunk Restaurant Week, 4th Fridays in Headhouse District, the last weekend of Spruce Street Harbor Park, Franklin Square Fountain Show, Festival O19, last weekend of Parks on Tap, Hamilton at the Forrest Theatre, Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens and more. 

During the weekend enjoy the Franklin Square Fountain Show, Bloktoberfest, Terror Behind the Walls, Cigars on the River on the Battleship New Jersey, Oktoberfest at Uptown Beer Garden and POD Park, 49th Annual Gala Banquet for the German – American Parade, Fireworks at Longwood Gardens, Manayunk Restaurant Week, Fall For The Arts Festival In Chestnut Hill, Puerto Rican Parade Day, 49th Annual German – American Steuben Parade, Festival O19, Hamilton at the Forrest Theatre, Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens, FREE tours of Yards Brewing Co, farmers’ markets, free yoga and much more.

During the week enjoy Quizzo at Plough and the Stars, Franklin Square Fountain Show, Pay-What-You-Wish, Night Market and much more.

In upcoming weeks get ready for First Friday, First Sunday, Dinos After Dark, 4th Fridays in Headhouse District 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 ~ September 27 – October 3 ~

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 ~   
  • Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours Month of September ~ Come check out the many Mural Arts tours throughout Philadelphia. ~ Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours for September 2019 or 215-925-3633. ~ About Philadelphia Mural Arts  
  • Terror Behind the Walls at Eastern State Penitentiary ~ September 27 – 28; October 4 – 31; November 1 -3 & 8 – 9 ~ Held at Eastern State Penitentiary at 2027 Fairmount Avenue. Rated as one of the top 10 haunted attractions in the country, here is your chance to see how brave you are! Guests can walk through six haunted attractions with different themes all set within the halls of the abandoned prison. Beware of creepy zombies, deranged nurses and spooky ghouls around every corner. ~ Terror Behind the Walls at Eastern State Penitentiary
  • Philly Music Fest ~ September 27 – 28 ~ Held at Various locations throughout Philadelphia, including World Cafe Live at 3025 Walnut Street. Enjoy the Philly music scene with up and coming artists. Venues including World Cafe Live, Milkboy Philadelphia and Johnny Brenda’s welcome some of Philly’s finest musicians, to include Speedy Ortiz, Sun Ra Arkestra, Ali Awan, Thin Lips and more! In addition to local music, the fest also features Philly beer and eats from area chefs. ~ Philly Music Fest ~
  • Philly Fashion Week ~ September 27 – 28 ~ Held in Fashion District Philadelphia at 901 Market Street. Fashion enthusiasts can enjoy fashion shows, hands-on activities, and special panels. These events bring talented designers, models and fashion influencers. Highlights for this year include the Student Designer Showcase (Wednesday), Philly Fashion Week Luxe Streetwear Show (Thursday) and the Lov’n My Curves show featuring plus-size fashions only (Saturday). The city’s new Fashion District Philadelphia is the event’s main venue. ~ Philly Fashion Week ~
  • Parks On Tap at Strawberry Mansion Bridge ~ September 27 – 29 ~ The Strawberry Mansion Bridge is a steel arch bridge across the Schuylkill River near the Historic Strawberry Mansion. Located at Ford Drive and Strawberry Mansion Drive, the bridge serves as a link between East and West Fairmount Park, used by pedestrians, vehicles, horses, and bicycles. ~ Map ~ ~ Parks On Tap ~
  • Last Weekend at Spruce Street Harbor Park ~ September 27 – 22 ~ FREE activities. Held at Spruce Street Harbor Park at 301 S. Christopher Columbus Boulevard. Your last chance to enjoy the outdoor oasis of food, music, games, beer and more! ~ Last Weekend at Spruce Street Harbor Park
  • Manayunk Restaurant Week ~ September 27 – 29 ~ Enjoy 10 + local restaurants that will be participating in Manayunk Restaurant Week, allowing you to indulge in special three course meals offered at $15, $25, and $35 price ranges. (Does not include tax, gratuity or alcohol). ~ Manayunk Restaurant Week ~
  • Festival O19 ~ September 27 – 29 ~ Held at various locations throughout Philadelphia to include the Academy of Music at 240 S. Broad Street. Opera Philadelphia’s festival returns for a third year with company and world premieres of sung comedy, myth, tragedy and satire. Performances this year include collaborations with the Fringe Festival, late-night cabarets, a recital series and four core works — The Love for Three OrangesSemeleDenis & Katya and Let Me Die. ~ Festival O19 ~
  • Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens ~ September 27 – 29 ~ Held at Longwood Gardens at 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square. Enjoy more than 1,000 jets that create an impressive display made up of vibrant colors and exciting movements of water. ~ Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens ~ 
  • Franklin Square Fountain Show  ~ September 27 – 30 ~ FREE – Held every Thursday thru Sunday in August at Franklin Square at 200 N. 6th Street. Enjoy a newly renovated fountain with light shows every 30 minutes from noon to 2 pm and then 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm! ~ Franklin Square Fountain Show ~
  • Creatures of Habitat at the Philadelphia Zoo ~ September 27 – 30 ~ Held at the Philadelphia Zoo at 3400 W. Girard Avenue. Visitors will get to explore 12 amazing life-size LEGO® brick vignettes situated throughout the Zoo. This gazillion piece journey shares the issues animals are facing around the world and spotlights the heroes working to save them. Each life-sized LEGO® brick scene is intricately fashioned from thousands of LEGO® bricks and is on exhibit only at Philadelphia Zoo. Creatures of Habitat highlights the zoo community’s role in protecting wildlife. ~ Opening: Creatures of Habitat at the Philadelphia Zoo ~ 
  • Scarecrows In The Village At Peddler’s Village ~ September 27 – October 27 ~ FREE – Held at Peddler’s Village at 2400 Street Road, New Hope. Visitors can roam around and explore one hundred handmade scarecrows created by local residents and organizations for a seven-week scarecrow showcase and competition.  Also enjoy the Scarecrow Festival: September 14-15.  This weekend event features scarecrow-making workshops, pumpkin painting, live entertainment and more kid-friendly activities. ~ Scarecrows In The Village At Peddler’s Village ~
  • Hamilton at the Forrest Theatre ~ September 27 – November 17 (select dates) ~ Held at The Forrest Theatre at 1114 Walnut Street. Hello Philadelphia! Welcome Hamilton! Lin-Manuel Miranda’s record-breaking Broadway show about the Founding Fathers features a historic story line set to a modern-day score of hip-hop, blues, R&B and jazz. Prices start at $129. Fans can enter a lottery daily for the chance to win $10 tickets. ~ Hamilton at the Forrest Theatre ~ 
  • City Winery Philadelphia ~ Now Open ~ Thanks to Founder & CEO Michael Dorf and his team, they have brought you a venue that offers excellent tasting wine, food and music, all in one place. For those music lovers, you’ll enjoy great shows in either their loft, that holds approximately 150 people or their main room, which holds approximately 350 people, to listen to some of the best performers around the country! The shows will begin September 27. Tickets for many shows are going quickly, so get them now! Get Tickets! ~ City Winery Philadelphia ~
  • CandyTopia ~ Now Open ~ Located at 901 Market Street. Candytopia is an outrageously interactive candy wonderland that transports guests to an imaginative confectionery world with a one-of-a-kind full sensory experiences—you can expect larger-than-life installations inspired by pure, sugary bliss throughout Candytopia’s dozen unique rooms, along with candy samples and lots of fun surprises. ~ CandyTopia ~

Date Specific Events & Activities ~ September 27 – October 3 ~

  • Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours Month of September ~ Come check out the many Mural Arts tours throughout Philadelphia. ~ Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours for September 2019 or 215-925-3633. ~ About Philadelphia Mural Arts  
  • Center City Restaurant Week ~ September 27 ~ Enjoy 3 course meals for lunch or dinner set at prix fixe prices.  ~ Center City Restaurant Week ~ 
  • Dinos After Dark ~ September 27 ~ 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 fall, 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
  • Friday Nights Art ~ September 27 Free with admission, from 5 pm to 8:45 pm. ~ Dawn Landes – Full of vivid storytelling, classic country themes, and eternal questions, the songwriting of this Nashville artist is as fresh as it is timeless. Held at the Philadelphia Museum of Art in the Great Stair Hall. ~ Friday Nights Art ~
  • 4th Friday in Headhouse District September 27 ~ 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 ~ 
  • Philadelphia Phillies vs Miami Marlins ~ September 27 ~ Starting at 7:05 pm at Citizens Bank Park against the Miami Marlins. ~ Philadelphia Phillies vs Miami Marlins ~ 
  • Filter Square farmers’ Market ~ September 28 ~ 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 ~ September 21 ~ From 9 am until 3 pm at 926 N. American St in Northern Liberties. One can find everything from fresh org8nic 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 ~ September 28 ~ 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 ~ September 28 ~ 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 ~     
  • Bloktoberfest ~ September 28 ~ From noon – 8 pm on Washington Ave, from Broad to 17th Streets. Festivalgoers will enjoy lots of different kinds of beers, live music on two stages, food trucks and more. All of the proceeds go back into the community! ~ Bloktoberfest ~ 
  • UpToberfest Oktoberfest at Uptown Beer Garden ~ September 28 ~ From noon – 8 pm at Uptown Beer Garden at 1735 Market Street. Enjoy Bavarian inspired favorites with a full slate of traditional German and specialty local craft drafts. The menu will include a variety of housemade brats from BRU Craft & Wurst, Pulled Pork from Tradesman’s, plus currywurst, pretzel, brotzeit, potato pancakes and more. Taps will be flowing with a special German import draft list, plus a few special American release fall seasonals.UpToberfest Oktoberfest at Uptown Beer Garden ~
  • Oktoberfest at POD Park ~ September 28 ~ noon – 8 pm at POD Park at 1075 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19123. Enjoy Bavarian beer, brats, music and dancing. Pod Park vendors will feature specials with German and fall releases from Craft Beer Concepts inspired by BRU Craft & Wurst, Craft Cocktail Concepts inspired by Blume, Urban Village Brewing Company and Tiki Tako. Music entertainment will include live bands and DJs. Kids’ activities are also on tap. ~ Oktoberfest at POD Park ~
  • Cigars on the River on the Battleship New Jersey ~ September 28 ~ 5 pm – 10 pm. Calling all cigar lovers! Enjoy premium cigars on the deck of the Battleship New Jersey while overlooking the Delaware River and the Philadelphia skyline! ~ Cigars on the River on the Battleship New Jersey
  • 49th Annual Gala Banquet for the German – American Parade ~ September 28 ~ 6 pm Reception & 7 pm Dinner. Held at the Philadelphia Quartett Club at 1075 Southampton Rd., Philadelphia, PA 19116. Enjoy live music, dancing and a cash bar.  ~ 49th Annual Gala Banquet for the German – American Parade ~ 
  • Philadelphia Phillies vs Miami Marlins ~ September 28 ~ Starting at 6:05 pm at Citizens Bank Park against the Miami Marlins. ~ Philadelphia Phillies vs Miami Marlins ~ 
  • Fireworks at Longwood Gardens ~ September 28 ~ Starting at 8:15 pm at Longwood Gardens at 1001 Longwood Road in Kennett Square, PA. Enjoy the final fireworks & fountains show of the season, Queens of Soul, which celebrates the music of icons like Aretha Franklin, Etta James, Diana Ross and Tina Turner. Hear hits songs like Think and Ain’t No Mountain High Enough played in sync with colorful fireworks and choreographed fountain movement. ~ Fireworks at Longwood Gardens ~
  • Yards Brewing Co Tours ~ September 28 & 29 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 ~ September 28 & October 2 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 ~ September 29 ~ 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 ~ 
  • Fall For The Arts Festival In Chestnut Hill ~ September 29 ~ FREE to attend, pay-as-you-go. 11 am – 5 pm. Held on Germantown Avenue, from Rex Avenue to Willow Grove Avenue in Chestnut Hill. This arts festival features more than 150 artists from around the country displaying their paintings, photography, pottery, sculpture, wood crafts, jewelry and more. Arts lovers can purchase wares along the avenue, catch live music, enjoy fabulous foods and entertain the kids at a pop-up amusement park. ~ Fall For The Arts Festival In Chestnut Hill ~ 
  • Puerto Rican Parade Day ~ September 29 ~ Noon – 3 pm at 20th Street & Benjamin Franklin Parkway. Join thousands of people as the parade celebrates Puerto Rican culture with poetry readings, live performances, tons of music and tasty street food. ~ Puerto Rican Parade Day ~
  • 49th Annual German – American Steuben Parade ~ September 29 ~ Parade starts at 1 pm and steps off at S. Penn Avenue. Come watch the Greater-Philadelphia German-American Community German-American Clubs, Military Units, German & American Bands, The World’s Largest Tricycle & much more. Following the parade, there will be a Parade Gala Banquet starting at 6 pm. ~ Gala Banquet Info ~ ~ 49th Annual German – American Steuben Parade ~
  • Philadelphia Phillies vs Miami Marlins ~ September 29 ~ Starting at 3:05 pm at Citizens Bank Park against the Miami Marlins. ~ Philadelphia Phillies vs Miami Marlins ~ 
  • Irish Sessions ~ September 29 ~ FREE – Every Sunday from 5 pm – 9 pm (tonight 4 pm – 8 pm because of the Eagles Sunday Night game) at the Plough & the Stars in Old City! Enjoy musicians playing Irish music while enjoying drinks and or your dinner. 
  • Quizzo at The Plough & the Stars ~ September 30 ~ Starting at 9 pm enjoy Quizzo at the Plough & the Stars in Old City! Big Money!! Win $100! ~ Quizzo at The Plough & the Stars ~ 
  • Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours Month of October ~ Come check out the many Mural Arts tours throughout Philadelphia. ~ Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours for October 2019 or 215-925-3633. ~ About Philadelphia Mural Arts  
  • Pay-What-You-Wish ~ October 2 ~ 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 ~ 
  • Night Market Point Breeze ~ October 3 ~ 6 pm – 10 pm. The last Night Market of 2019 ends in Point Breeze at Federal & 20th Streets. Come Hungry for Slider KingBurg’s Hideaway LoungeHouse of CupcakesSojourn PhillyCafe YnezTu’s Tea & Banh Mi, On Point Bistro and more. ~ Night Market Point Breeze ~
  • 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 MuseumBest 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 ~ October 4 & beyond

  • Friday Nights Art ~ October 4 Free with admission, from 5 pm to 8:45 pm. ~ Dawn Landes – Full of vivid storytelling, classic country themes, and eternal questions, the songwriting of this Nashville artist is as fresh as it is timeless. Held at the Philadelphia Museum of Art in  the Great Stair Hall. ~ Friday Nights Art 
  • First Friday in Old City~ October 4 ~ 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 ~ October 4 ~ 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 ~ October 6 ~ 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 ~ October 6 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 ~ 
  • Quizzo at The Plough & the Stars ~ October 7 ~ Starting at 9 pm enjoy quizzo at the Plough & the Stars in Old CityBig Money!! Win $100! ~ Quizzo at The Plough & the Stars ~
  • 2nd Saturday at Historic Germantown Sites ~ October 12 ~ From noon to 4 pm every 2nd Saturday until October. Held at various locations including Johnson House Historic Site at 6306 Germantown Avenue. Visitors can explore 18 total Historic Germantown sites and pay-what-you-wish admission. Enjoy special activities, refreshments and extended hours at sites like Awbury Arboretum and Johnson House. ~ 2nd Saturday at Historic Germantown Sites ~  
  • Dinos After Dark ~ October 25 ~ 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 fall, 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 October 25 ~ 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 ~ 

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 September 27 – 29

Friday  |  Mostly Sunny  |  High 80°  |  Low 62°
Saturday  |  Partly Cloudy  |  High 84°  |  Low 68°
Sunday  |  Mostly Sunny  |  High 81°  |  Low 60°

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