Weekend Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Fringe Festival, South Philly Sausage Fest, Manayunk StrEAT Food Festival, Liberty Lands Music Fest and More!

‘Tons of Events & Activities Packed Into 7 Days!’ 

This weekend kicks off the continuation of the Philadelphia Fringe Festival, and the continuation of the Lego Art exhibit at the Franklin Institute and Beneath the Surface exhibit at Penn Museum. During the weekend enjoy  the South Philly Sausage Fest, Liberty Lands Music Fest, Craft Beer Crawl, Kennett Square Mushroom Festival, Spruce Street Harbor Park, magic shows, farmers’ markets, and much more. The weekend ends with Mexican Independence Day, Manayunk StrEAT Food Festival, more Fringe Festival events and an Irish Session at the Plough and the Stars. 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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For some family fun, head on over to Independence National Historical Park and allow your kids to join the Continental Army for marching drills and musket etiquette. How about raise the flag with Betsy Ross or listen to historians as they tell the story of every day Philadelphians during this moving version of the Declaration of Independence.

In upcoming weeks, get ready for Battle of the Burger, Manayunk Restaurant Week, National Constitution Day, Mt. Airy Fare Festival, Festival, PHS Harvest Fest, Terror Behind The Walls, Walnut2Walnut Row & Barbecue, Brauhaus Schmitz’s Oktoberfest, Brazilian Day Philadelphia, World Meeting of Famlies & Pope Francis’ Visit to Philadelphia, Bloktoberfest, Ya Gotta Try This Tasting Party, Old City Fest, Harvest Festival, Octoberfest Live, Philly Zombie Prom and much more.

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Things To Do In Philadelphia this Weekend & Week of  ~ September 11 – 17 ~

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. ~ Philadelphia Museums ~
• Ultimate Guide To Events In September ~ September 2015 ~ Check out the many events and activities taking place in Philadelphia in September. ~ Ultimate Guide To Events In September ~
• Philadelphia Fringe Festival ~ September 11 – 19 ~ The Fringe Festival, now in its 19th year, allows you to enjoy 17 days of progressive performing and visual arts city-wide throughout Philadelphia neighborhoods! Check out our guide to top shows! ~ Philadelphia Fringe Festival ~
• Spruce Street Harbor Park ~ September 11 – 27 ~ Spruce Street Harbor Park and RiverRink Summerfest will include a floating restaurant, boardwalk, hammocks, tons of colorful LED lights, new planted greenery, an outdoor roller rink, more Philadelphia restauranteurs, seating options, and a new family entertainment area! ~ Spruce Street Harbor Park & Summerfest ~
• Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest ~ September 11 – 27 ~ The Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest will feature a full-sized roller skating rink with a high end roller hockey-grade flooring system, a skate rental facility (roller skates AND inline skates), and plenty of food and beverage options. ~ Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest ~
• The Art of The Brick Exhibit ~ September 11– October 4 ~ Come explore the largest display of Lego Art at the Franklin Institute. Stop by this afternoon for details to this spectacular attraction. ~ The Art of The Brick Exhibit at the Franklin Institute ~
• Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults ~ September 11 to October 2015 ~ Explore the many historical activities and events throughout the year in Philadelphia. Many of which are free and are made just for kids, allowing quality family fun time.  ~ Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults ~
• Beneath the Surface: Life, Death, and Gold in Ancient Panama ~ September 11 – November 1 ~ Held at the Penn Museum, explore artifacts, gold & much more that came from the banks of the Rio Grande Cocle in Panama. ~ Beneath the Surface: Life, Death, and Gold in Ancient Panama ~  
• Free Yoga at Race Street Pier ~ September 11 – November 1 ~ 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 ~
• Manayunk Restaurant Week ~ September 14 – 25 ~ Enjoy 3-course meals at discounted prices at local Manayunk restaurants.     ~ Manayunk Restaurant Week ~

Date Specific Events & Activities ~ September 11 – 17 ~

• Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours ~ Month of September ~ Come check out the many Mural Arts tours throughout Philadelphia. ~ Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours for September 2015 ~ or 215-925-3633. ~ About Philadelphia Mural Arts ~ 
• Art After 5 ~ September 11 ~ Free with admission, from 5 pm to 8:45 pm. – Philadelphia United Jazz Festival Preview – The city’s top jazz performers come together for their annual festival to celebrate Jazz in Philadelphia. Held at the Philadelphia Museum of Art in the Great Stair Hall. ~ Art After 5 ~
• Sam Adams Stein Hoisting Contest ~ September 11 ~ At 8 pm, Plough and the Stars is hosting a Sam Adams Stein Hoisting contest! Registration at 8 pm & event starts at 9 pm. Free to sign up! Prizes and drink specials all night! DJ on at 10 pm! The best times across the nation will be chosen to compete on Jimmy Kimmel live for the grand prize of an all expense paid trip to Oktoberfest in Munich, Germany! ~ Sam Adams Stein Hoisting Contest ~
• Magic Shows at South Street Magic ~ September 11 ~ At 8:00 pm, enjoy magic with Dan Hauss! Dan brings us the new, unusual, and wildly amazing impossibilities that he’s been working on for the past few years. If ticket sales have ended, call South Street Magic at 215-450-7193. ~ Magic Shows at South Street Magic ~ 
• Philadelphia Fringe Festival ~ September 11 – 19 ~ The Fringe Festival, now in its 19th year, allows you to enjoy 17 days of progressive performing and visual arts city-wide throughout Philadelphia neighborhoods! Check out our guide to top shows! ~ Philadelphia Fringe Festival ~
• Filter Square Farmers’ Market ~ September 12 ~ 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 ~
• Clark Park Farmers’ Market ~ September 12 ~ 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 ~    
• PHAIR Open Air Market ~ September 12 ~  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 ~
• Craft Beer Crawl ~ September 12 ~ From noon to 6 pm in Fairmount, enjoy craft beer samples & food specials at local bars & restaurants in Fairmount. Such places as London Grill, Urban Saloon, Rembrandt’s, Bridgid’s, Fare, Bishop’s Collar, Alla Spina, St. Stephen’s Green, The Green Room & The Ukrainian League. ~ Craft Beer Crawl in Fairmount ~
• South Philly Sausage Fest ~ September 12 ~ From noon to 8 pm on West Passyunk Ave & South Broad Street, enjoy craft beer from 6 different breweries, sausages & food local restaurants in South Philly, live music, kids games & more. ~ South Philly Sausage Fest Tix ~ ~ More info: South Philly Sausage Fest ~
• Liberty Lands Music Fest ~ September 12 ~ From 4 pm to 10 pm at Liberty Lands in Northern Liberties, enjoy great local music, food, and bottomless souvenir cup! Proceeds from our Bottomless Souvenir Cups go to maintain the Liberty Lands and the Northern Liberties Neighbors Association.~ Liberty Lands Music Fest ~
• Magic Shows at South Street Magic ~ September 12 ~ At 7:30 pm, enjoy Saturday Night Wonders of Magic as South Street Magic will feature different local and visiting magicians as they provide a fun and amazing show of magic, mind reading and variety skills. ~ Magic Shows at South Street Magic ~  
• Kennett Square Mushroom Festival ~ September 12 & 13 ~  The Mushroom Capital of the World puts the fun in fungi with a weekend of culinary events, amusement rides, mushroom farm tours, a street fair, entertainment, an antique car show and more. ~ Kennett Square Mushroom Festival ~
• Taste of Philadelphia: Market Tours ~ September 12 & 16 ~ 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 ~
• Philly Green Fest ~ September 13 ~ Hosted by the Clean Air Council from 10 am to 4 pm at Headhouse Square, attendees will have a chance to learn more about the importance of living a healthy life through eating choices, greener methods, and more. Visitors will have a chance to shop for goods provided by local merchants. ~ Philly Green Fest ~
• Manayunk StrEAT Food Festival ~ September 13 ~ Check out the many Manayunk restaurants, some Philadelphia’s top food trucks, art vendors, live music, restaurant tours and plenty of shopping along Main Street Manayunk. Just make sure to bring your appetite. ~ Manayunk StrEAT Food Festival ~
• Mexican Independence Day ~ September 13 ~ From 1 pm to 7 pm at The Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing, this festival is the biggest event celebrating the Independence of Mexico in the Delaware Valley, with approximately 11,000 attendees. Enjoy food, music, dancing and much more. ~ Mexican Independence Day ~
• 104.5 Block Party ~ September 13 ~ From 1 pm to 11 pm at Festival Pier,     ~ 104.5 Block Party ~
• Magic Shows at South Street Magic ~ September 13 ~ 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 ~
• Irish Session at Plough and the Stars ~ September 13 ~ From 5 pm to 9 pm every Sunday since 1997, enjoy a traditional Irish session, along with good Irish food & drinks. ~ Irish Session at Plough and the Stars ~  
• Battle of the Burger ~ September 14 ~ Sponsored by Philadelphia Magazine at the 23rd Street Armory from 6 pm to 9:30 pm, enjoy burgers battling to be #1 from the top 20 restaurants. ~ Battle of the Burger ~
• Philadelphia Eagles at Atlanta Falcons ~ September 14 ~ Not going the the Eagles game, catch them live at the many sports bars throughout Philadelphia! Go Eagles! ~ Philadelphia Eagles at Atlanta Falcons ~
• Manayunk Restaurant Week ~ September 14 – 25 ~ Enjoy 3-course meals at discounted prices at local Manayunk restaurants.     ~ Manayunk Restaurant Week ~
• Music in the Park at John F. Collins Park ~ September 15 ~  FREE – From 12 pm to 1:30 pm, come listen to music at John F. Collins Park at 1707 Chestnut Street. Listen to Jim Holton, cello. ~ Music in the Park at John F. Collins Park ~ For more info, Click Here.
• Free Parking! ~ September 16 ~ Philadelphia Parking Authority offers FREE meter parking Center City at 5 pm; rush-hour zones at 6:30 pm. The boundaries are from the Delaware River to the Schuylkill River and from Bainbridge to Spring Garden Streets. ~ Free Parking ~ 
• Pay As You Wish ~ September 16 ~ 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 ~   
• National Constitution Day ~ September 17 ~ FREE – On September 17, 1787, the U.S. Constitution was signed by thirty-nine brave men who changed the course of history. Now Constitution Day is a time for us to continue their legacy and develop habits of citizenship in a new generation of Americans. Celebrate with FREE admission at the National Constitution Center! ~ Constitution Day ~
• Music in the Park at John F. Collins Park ~ September 17 ~  FREE – From 12 pm to 1:30 pm, come listen to music at John F. Collins Park at 1707 Chestnut Street. Listen to the Rittenhouse String Quartet. ~ Music in the Park at John F. Collins Park ~ ~ For more info, Click Here. ~  
• Mt. Airy. Street Fare Festival ~ September 17 ~ Sip, Savor, Stroll Street Food at the Mt. Airy Street Fare Festival! Come explore the many local restaurants along Germantown Avenue and enjoy top-notch gourmet bites, craft-brewed beer, wine and delicious cocktails from over 50 of the region’s best Philly food trucks and restaurants. ~ Mt. Airy Street Fare Festival ~
• Festival ~ September 17 ~ Festival’s food event returns for its 6th year, providing us with the top culinary dishes from our local chefs and restaurants. From 7 pm to 10 pm your taste buds will try samples from Audrey Claire, Parc, La Peg Brasserie, and more. This annual fund-raiser benefits FringeArts. ~ Festival ~
• String Band Music Under the Stars ~ September 17 ~ FREE concert starts at 8 pm. – Every Thursday through October 1, join the Mummers for an outdoor string band performance at the Mummers Museum! Tonight, Aqua String Band. Refreshments are served at 7:30 pm; soft pretzels, hot dogs and soda. FYI – BYO lawn chairs! ~ Mummers in Philadelphia Summer Series ~
• Franklin Square ~ Now Open for 2015 ~ Franklin Square has many things to do for the kids and with upcoming events! ~ 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 ~
• 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 ~ September 18 & beyond

• Art After 5 ~ September 18 ~ Free with admission, from 5 pm to 8:45 pm. – Moziac Flow – Mozaic flow fuses jazz, hip hop and soul to create their own unique sound. Based in Philly, they have opened for the Roots and Wu-Tang Clan. Held at the Philadelphia Museum of Art in the Great Stair Hall. ~ Art After 5 ~
• PHS Harvest Fest ~ September 18 – 20 ~ Celebrate the season with a series of fun new events taking place in the very popular PHS Pop Up Gardens at either the South Street or East Passyunk Gardens. Enjoy music, crafts, games and garden displays in two beautiful outdoor spaces. Each garden has a full schedule of activities and entertainment.  ~ PHS Harvest Fest ~
• Terror Behind The Walls ~ September 18 – November 3 ~      ~ Terror Behind The Walls ~
• Walnut2Walnut Row & Barbecue ~ September 19 ~ Whether you’re an experienced rower or just looking for a fun and active way to explore Philadelphia’s waters, the Independence Seaport Museum’s Walnut2Walnut Row has you covered. Go solo in a kayak or get a crew together for this human-powered, 15-mile race between the Delaware and Schuylkill Rivers. The race wraps up at the Seaport Museum with a barbecue, which will be serving up complimentary hot dogs and hamburgers for racers. Plus, proceeds from the event will benefit ecology education and on-the-water learning opportunities for underprivileged Philadelphia students. ~ Walnut2Walnut Row & Barbecue ~
• Brauhaus Schmitz’s 7th Annual Oktoberfest Festival ~ September 19 ~ From noon to 8 pm, enjoy 10 different kinds of German beers, excellent German food, live Oompah music, face painting, the Liter lift competition, Schnapski, German folk dancing, and much more. ~ Brauhaus Schmitz 7th Annual Oktoberfest Festival ~
• Brazilian Day Philadelphia ~ September 20 ~ From 1 pm to 7 pm at The Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing, enjoy an abundant variety of authentic traditional foods and merchandise, and performers that will light up the stage with the contagious rhythms and dances of Brazil. ~ Brazilian Day Philadelphia ~  
• Irish Session at Plough and the Stars ~ September 20 ~ From 5 pm to 9 pm every Sunday since 1997, enjoy a traditional Irish session, along with good Irish food & drinks. ~ Irish Session at Plough and the Stars ~
• World Meeting of Famlies & Pope Francis’ Visit to Philadelphia ~ September 22 – 27 ~     ~ World Meeting of Famlies & Pope Francis’ Visit to Philadelphia ~  
• String Band Music Under the Stars ~ September 24 ~ FREE concert starts at 8 pm. – Every Thursday through October 1, join the Mummers for an outdoor string band performance at the Mummers Museum! Tonight, Durning String Band. Refreshments are served at 7:30 pm; soft pretzels, hot dogs and soda. FYI – BYO lawn chairs! ~ Mummers in Philadelphia Summer Series ~
• 4th Friday in Headhouse District ~ September 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 ~
• Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours ~ Month of October ~ Come check out the many Mural Arts tours throughout Philadelphia. ~ Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours for October 2015 ~ or 215-925-3633. ~ About Philadelphia Mural Arts ~ 
• First Friday’s in Old City~ October 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 ~ October 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 ~  
• Bloktoberfest ~ October 3 ~ Bloktoberfest is a neighborhood festival which is a free-to-attend all-ages festival which features four blocks of food, craft beer and live music from Broad to 18th Streets on South Street. Come enjoy the excitement!  ~ Bloktoberfest ~ 
• First Sundays at Barnes Foundation ~ October 4 ~ 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 4 ~ 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 ~
• Ya Gotta Try This Tasting Party ~ October 8 ~ Hosted by Mike Jerrick, indulge in signature dishes from dozens of restaurants in the region, all in one place! ~ Ya Gotta Try This Tasting Party ~
• Old City Fest ~ October 11 ~   ~ Old City Fest ~
• Harvest Festival ~ October 17 ~ Held at reading terminal Market from   ~ Harvest Festival ~
• Octoberfest Live ~ October 17 ~ Held at XFinity Live from 3 pm to 7 pm,   ~ Octoberfest Live ~
• Philly Zombie Prom ~ October 24 ~ More info to come next week. ~ Philly Zombie Prom ~

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 11 – 13

Friday  |  40% PM Thunderstorms  |  High 86°  |  Low 65°
Saturday  |  Partly Cloudy  |  High 85°  |  Low 61°
Sunday  |  Sunny  |  High 88°  |  Low 63°
Labor Day  |  Sunny  |  High 90°  |  Low 67°

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