Top Weekend Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Valentine’s Day Celebrations, President’s Day Events, Philadelphia Auto Show, Black History Month and More!

LOVE Sculpture At LOVE Park

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The weekend kicks off with Valentine’s Day restaurants and date activities, President’s Day Weekend activities, Artist Bash: To Die For at the Barnes Foundation, the Philadelphia Auto Show, Philly Theatre Week, Wine & Chocolate Parings at Chaddsford Winery, Black History Month, ice skating at Dilworth Park, ice skating at Blue Cross RiverRink, Orchid Extravaganza at Longwood Gardens and more. 

During the weekend enjoy the Philadelphia Auto Show, Philly Theatre Week, President’s Day Weekend activities, Wine & Chocolate Parings at Chaddsford Winery, Philly POPS Present Aretha: Respect at the Kimmel Center, Jurassic World Live Tour at Wells Fargo Center, National Jazz Festival at the Pennsylvania Convention Center, Winterfest Live! at XFINITY Live!, 36th Annual Mardi Gras Parade on South Street, George Washington’s Birthday Party at Valley Forge National Historical Park, President’s Day, Black History Month, ice skating at Dilworth Park, ice skating at Blue Cross RiverRink, Orchid Extravaganza at Longwood Gardens, FREE tours of Yards Brewing Co, free Irish Session at Plough & the Stars, farmers’ markets, free yoga and much more.

During the week enjoy celebrating Black History Month, ice skating at Dilworth Park, ice skating a Blue Cross RiverRink, Orchid Extravaganza at Longwood Gardens, Pay-What-You-Wish and much more.

In upcoming weeks get ready for Philly Bierfest, Fairmount Food Crawl, 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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Things To Do In Philadelphia this Weekend & Week of: 

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 February ~ Come check out the many Mural Arts tours throughout Philadelphia. ~ Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours for February 2020 or 215-925-3633. ~ About Philadelphia Mural Arts ~  
• Our Guide to Restaurants and Fun Date Activities for Valentine’s Day ~ February 14 – 16 ~ Enjoy many romantic restaurants throughout Philadelphia for Valentine’s Day. We have a bonus section of fun date ideas at the bottom as well. And yes, Valentine’s Day is February 14, but some things take place the day before. ~ Our Guide to Restaurants and Fun Date Activities for Valentine’s Day ~
• Philly Theatre Week ~ February 14 – 16 ~ Held at various locations throughout Philadelphia. This 11-day celebration showcases the city’s fantastic performing arts scene with more than 300 events and performances.   ~ Philly Theatre Week ~ 
• Jurassic World Live Tour at Wells Fargo Center ~ February 14 – 16 ~ Tix start at $25. Held at Wells Fargo Center at 3601 S. Broad Street. Your trip to Isla Nublar takes a terrifying turn after the Indominus rex escapes and causes chaos in the park! The adventure continues as you join forces with a team of scientists to unravel a corrupt plan and save Jeanie, an all-new dinosaur, from a terrible fate. Along the way, experience some of Jurassic World’s most iconic dinosaurs including Blue the Raptor, Triceratops, Pteranodons and the mighty Tyrannosaurus rex!  ~ Jurassic World Live Tour at Wells Fargo Center ~ 
• Philly POPS Present Aretha: Respect at the Kimmel Center ~ February 14 – 16 ~ Tix start at $35. Held at The Kimmel Center at 300 S. Broad Street. To honor the Queen of Soul, The Philly POPS features Broadway powerhouse Capathia Jenkins and R&B singer Ryan Shaw. This event includes renditions of Aretha Franklin hits Bridge Over Troubled Water, Respect and Chain of Fools. ~ Philly POPS Present Aretha: Respect at the Kimmel Center ~
• Getaway at the Greenhouse ~ February 14 – 16 ~ Held at the Fairmount Park Horticulture Center at 100 N. Horticulture Drive. Warm up at this indoor oasis! The Getaway at the Greenhouse is a pop-up tropical destination with all-ages fun centered around five family friendly rooms: The Jungle, The Beach, The Midway, The Lawn and The Campground. Visitors can meet zoo animals, bring a picnic, visit food trucks and enjoy dance parties and story-times.  ~ Getaway at the Greenhouse ~ 
• President’s Day Weekend ~ February 14 – 17 ~ Enjoy many activities and events such as FREE admission to museums, special exhibits and programming & more!  ~ President’s Day Weekend ~
• Philadelphia Auto Show ~ February 14 – 17 ~ Vroom vroom to the Philadelphia Auto Show held at the Pennsylvania Convention! Visitors will be able to get up-close and personal with the newest pre-production vehicles that will soon be at dealerships around the region. The show will feature more than 700 concept, classic, luxury and exotic cars on display. It will be easy to navigate because all the vehicles are arranged by category. ~ Philadelphia Auto Show ~ 
• Ice Skating at Rothman Ice Rink ~ February 14 – 23 ~ FREE (ice skating month of February, not to include skate rentals) Enjoy ice skating and more at Rothman Ice Rink. Stay tuned to their site for upcoming skating events.  ~ Ice Skating at Rothman Ice Rink ~
• Our guide to the many fireplaces located in Philadelphia bars & restaurants ~ February 14 – 28 ~ Check out the 39 restaurants & bars with fireplaces in Philly! Are we missing one? Please tell us. thx  ~ Our guide to the many fireplaces located in Philadelphia bars & restaurants ~ 
• Black History Month Celebrations ~ February 14 – 29 ~ Enjoy the many activities, events, free admission to museums and more throughout Philadelphia during Black History Month! ~ Black History Month Celebrations ~ 
• Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest ~ February 14 – March 8 ~ Held at Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest at 101 S. Christopher Columbus Boulevard. Enjoy ice skating, food, beverages, a heated log cabin with a fireplace, games and more! ~ Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest ~ 
• Orchid Extravaganza at Longwood Gardens ~ February 14 – March 22 ~ Held at Longwood Gardens at 1001 Longwood Road in Kennett Square. Free with general admission (timed tickets required). This special attraction creates an absolutely transcendent experience for orchid lovers, perching and planting the rarest and most beautiful of flora from conservatories to outdoors. ~ Orchid Extravaganza at Longwood Gardens ~ 
• Wine & Chocolate Parings at Chaddsford Winery ~ February 14 – 23 (Saturdays & Sundays) & February 14 aka Valentine’s Day ~ Enjoy an intimate, sit-down wine and chocolate pairing. Savor 5 artisan chocolates carefully paired with their award-winning wines. For more details, click Wine & Chocolate Pairings at Chaddsford Winery.
• 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: 

• Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours ~ Month of February ~ Come check out the many Mural Arts tours throughout Philadelphia. ~ Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours for February 2020 or 215-925-3633. ~ About Philadelphia Mural Arts ~
• Our guide to the many fireplaces located in Philadelphia bars & restaurants ~ February 14 – 28 ~ Check out the 39 restaurants & bars with fireplaces in Philly! Are we missing one? Please tell us. thx  ~ Our guide to the many fireplaces located in Philadelphia bars & restaurants ~ 
• Friday Nights Art ~ February 14 ~ 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 ~ 
• Artist Bash: To Die For at the Barnes Foundation ~ February 14 ~ 8 pm – 11 pm. $10. Held at the Barnes Foundation at 2025 Benjamin Franklin Parkway. Love and loss are the theme of this Valentine’s Day event. Celebrate with a performance by Seabrook Minyo Dance Club, a Day of the Dead procession led by La Calaca Flaca, poetry readings, a cabaret performance, a Grateful Dead tribute and more. ~ Artist Bash: To Die For at the Barnes Foundation ~ 
• President’s Day Weekend ~ February 14 – 17 ~ Enjoy many activities and events such as FREE admission to museums, special exhibits and programming & more!  ~ President’s Day Weekend ~
• Black History Month Celebrations ~ February 14 – 29 ~ Enjoy the many activities, events, free admission to museums and more throughout Philadelphia during Black History Month! ~ Black History Month Celebrations ~ 
• National Jazz Festival at the Pennsylvania Convention Center ~ February 15 ~ FREE – you can donate – 8 am – 8:30 pm ~Held at Pennsylvania Convention Center at 1101 Arch Street. More than 1,200 talented student jazz musicians from different states and territories will be performing. The U.S. Jazz Embassadors perform at 5 p.m.  ~ National Jazz Festival at the Pennsylvania Convention Center ~
• Filter Square farmers’ Market ~ February 15 ~ 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 ~ February 15 ~ 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 ~ February 15 ~ 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 ~ February 15 ~ 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 ~ 
• Winterfest Live! at XFINITY Live! ~ February 15 ~ 2 pm – 6 pm ~ Tix $35 – $70. Held at XFINITY Live! at 1100 Pattison Avenue. Taste more than 100 different beers while enjoying live music, giveaways and games all day! Featured beers include winter favorites in a number of varieties like porters, stouts, lagers and more. ~ Winterfest Live! at XFINITY Live! ~
• Yards Brewing Co Tours ~ February 15 & 16 ~ 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 ~ 
• President’s Day Weekend ~ February 15 – 17 ~ Enjoy many activities and events such as FREE admission to museums, special exhibits and programming & more!  ~ President’s Day Weekend ~
• President’s Day Weekend at the National Constitution Center ~ February 15 – 17 ~ Visitors to the National Constitution Center will learn about the role of the president and what it takes to be commander-in-chief. There will be craft activity tables, Presidential Trivia and visitors considering their own path to the White House can experience all the ins and outs of the election process and a presidential campaign. On Monday, February 17, President’s Day, visitors can enjoy FREE admission courtesy of TD Bank! Their will be a Town Hall with Presidents answer questions, arts and crafts, re-enactors will join the museum throughout the weekend to mingle with guests, pose for photos, sign autographs, and discuss their lives and presidencies and at the conclusion of the Town Hall program, the “presidents” will judge the Center’s annual kids Presidential Costume Contest. ~ President’s Day Weekend at National Constitution Center ~
• Taste of Philadelphia: Market Tours ~ February 15 & 19 ~ 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 ~ February 16 ~ 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 ~ 
• 36th Annual Mardi Gras Parade on South Street ~ February 16 ~ 1 pm – 5 pm. Enjoy The Wild Bohemians as they take you from bar to bar while wearing colorful costumes. The parade/bar crawl starts at NOLA-themed bar Fat Tuesday’s at 1 pm and continues to Copabana, PaddyWhacks, O’Neals and more. ~ 36th Annual Mardi Gras Parade on South Street ~
• Irish Sessions ~ February 16 ~ FREE – 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. 
• President’s Day Weekend ~ February 16 – 17 ~ Enjoy many activities and events such as FREE admission to museums, special exhibits and programming & more!  ~ President’s Day Weekend ~ 
• George Washington’s Birthday Party at Valley Forge National Historical Park ~ February 17 ~ FREE – 10 am – 1 pm ~ Held at Valley Forge National Historical Park at 1400 N. Outer Line Drive in King of Prussia. Pay tribute to Gen. George Washington with a fun-filled birthday party. Indoor and outdoor activities take place around the visitor center and include games and crafts for kids, as well as a chance for the little ones to join the Continental Army. Washington stops by for a visit, and all guests can enjoy a slice of celebratory birthday cake.   ~ George Washington’s Birthday Party at Valley Forge National Historical Park ~
• President’s Day ~ February 17 ~ Enjoy many activities and events such as FREE admission to museums, special exhibits and programming & more!  ~ President’s Day ~ 
• President’s Day Weekend at the National Constitution Center ~ FREE admission ~ February 17 ~ Visitors to the National Constitution Center will learn about the role of the president and what it takes to be commander-in-chief. There will be craft activity tables, Presidential Trivia and visitors considering their own path to the White House can experience all the ins and outs of the election process and a presidential campaign. On Monday, February 17, President’s Day, visitors can enjoy FREE admission courtesy of TD Bank! Their will be a Town Hall with Presidents answer questions, arts and crafts, re-enactors will join the museum throughout the weekend to mingle with guests, pose for photos, sign autographs, and discuss their lives and presidencies and at the conclusion of the Town Hall program, the “presidents” will judge the Center’s annual kids Presidential Costume Contest. ~ President’s Day Weekend at National Constitution Center ~
• Pay-What-You-Wish ~ February 19 ~ 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 ~ 
• Black History Month Celebrations ~ February 19 – 29 ~ Enjoy the many activities, events, free admission to museums and more throughout Philadelphia during Black History Month! ~ Black History Month Celebrations ~ 
• 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 ~ 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.

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Upcoming Events & Attractions in Philadelphia:

• Friday Nights Art ~ February 21 ~ 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 ~ 
• Dinos After Dark ~ February 28 ~ 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 ~ February 28 ~ 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 ~ 
• Philly Bierfest ~ February 29 ~ 2 pm – 5:30 pm.    ~ Philly Bierfest ~
• Fairmount Food Crawl ~ February 29 ~     ~ Fairmount Food Crawl ~
• First Sundays at Barnes Foundation ~ March 1 ~ 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 ~ March 1 ~ 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 ~ 
• First Friday in Old City~ March 7 ~ 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 ~ March 7 ~ 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 ~

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 February 14 – 16

Friday  |  Mostly Sunny  |  High 36°  |  Low 14°
Saturday  |  Mostly Sunny  |  High 35°  |  Low 27° 
Sunday  |  AM Clouds & PM Sun  | High 49° | Low 33°
Monday  |  Partly Cloudy  | High 49° | Low 33°

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