Weekend Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Philly Beer Week, First Friday, Irish American Festival, Roots Picnic and More!

 ‘Kicking June Off With A Bang!‘

The weekend kicks off with Philly Beer Week, First Friday, Rittenhouse Square Fine Art Show, Parks On Tap, Spruce Street Harbor Park, opening of RiverRink Summerfest, Chinese Lantern Festival, the continuation of American Spirits: The Rise & Fall of Prohibition and more.

During the weekend enjoy the Philly Beer Week, the Roots Picnic, Rittenhouse Square Fine Art Show, Spruce Street Harbor Park, RiverRink Summerfest, Mirror Maze Exhibition, the Longwood Gardens’ Main Fountain, the Spring Blooms at Longwood Gardens, American Spirits: The Rise & Fall of Prohibition, FREE tours of Yards Brewing Co, farmers’ markets and much more. The weekend ends with the Historic Fairmount Park Scavenger Hunt, Italian National Day in East Passyunk, Spruce Street Harbor Park, free yoga, Headhouse Farmers’ Market and much more.

During the week enjoy the American Spirits: The Rise & Fall of Prohibition, PHS Pop Up Beer Garden South Street, the Chinese Lantern Festival, Pay What You Wish at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Parks On Tap, Old City Farmers Market, Philly Beer Week and much more.

In upcoming weeks get ready for Center City Sips, Escape Room at Franklin Institute, Newbold Blues Festival, 40th Street Summer Series, Escape Room at Franklin Institute, Make Music Philly, Summer Nights Concert Series at Penn Museum, Night Market Spruce Hill, Germantown Second Saturday Festival, First Friday, 40th Street Summer Series 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

Did you hear that Philadelphia was named best place to visit in the U.S. by Lonely Planet. Read more, click here.

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Things To Do In Philadelphia this Weekend & Week of ~ June 2 – 8 ~

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 ~
• Parks On Tap ~ June 2 – 4 ~ Belmont Plateau in Fairmount Park ~ Located in West Fairmount Park Get out there and explore many of Philadelphia’s beautiful parks while enjoy beer, food and good company! ~ Parks on Tap ~
• Rittenhouse Square Fine Art Show ~ June 2 – 4 ~ Professional artists from across the nation, and sometimes further, come together to share their art with Philadelphia right here in Rittenhouse Square. ~ Rittenhouse Square Fine Art Show ~
• Wizard World Comic Con ~ June 2 – 4 ~ Enjoy the best in comics, movies, pop-fi, movies, graphic novels, video gaming, television and much more! ~ Wizard World Comic Con ~
• Philly Beer Week ~ June 2 – 11 ~ Philly Beer Week! The city of Philadelphia was the first city to start Beer Week and is celebrating its 10 year anniversary. Don’t miss out on these 10 days of exciting events. Will you be attending? ~ Philly Beer Week ~
• Philly Beer Week Cheat Sheet ~ June 2 – 11 ~ Philly Beer Week is the largest beer celebration of its kind in the United States. With so many activities in 10 days, we wanted to give you specific details and a breakdown about the upcoming events, festivals, tours, beer tastings, dinners, and much more. Click for more information. For more about Philly Beer Week, click Philly Beer Week ~ Philly Beer Week Cheat Sheet ~
• American Spirits: The Rise & Fall of Prohibition ~ June 2 – July 16 ~ Held at the National Constitution Center from 9:30 am to 5 pm, this exhibit includes 100 + rare artifacts from the temperance movement, original ratification copies of the 18th and 21st amendments and much more. ~ American Spirits: The Rise & Fall of Prohibition ~
• Chinese Lantern Festival ~ June 2 – 18 ~ Take pleasure in the Chinese Lantern Festival at  Franklin Square ! The square will come alive and glow with 29 larger-than-life illuminated displays such as a huge 200-foot Chinese dragon, pandas, sea creatures, mythological creatures and more. Enjoy special food, shopping, live performances as well. ~ Chinese Lantern Festival ~
• Spruce Street Harbor Park ~ June 2 – October 1 ~ Spruce Street Harbor Park will include a floating restaurant, boardwalk, hammocks, tons of colorful LED lights, new planted greenery, more Philadelphia restauranteurs, seating options, and a new family entertainment area! ~ Spruce Street Harbor Park ~
• RiverRink Summerfest ~ June 2 – October 1 ~ Enjoy the Blue Cross RiverRink which has been transformed into an outdoor roller rink, a nine-hole mini-golf course, food, and new this year, an outdoor bowling alley. ~ RiverRink Summerfest ~
• The Kinetic Sculptures of Lyman Whitaker at Morris Arboretum ~ June 2 until October 31  ~ From 1 pm to 3 pm at the Morris Arboretum, meet and observe metal artist Lyman Whitaker as he demonstrates how he creates and assembles his dynamic and beautiful sculptures! ~ The Kinetic Sculptures of Lyman Whitaker ~  
• Mirror Maze Exhibition ~ June 2 – September 4 ~ Held at The Franklin Institute, get lost in a 1,700-square-foot mirror maze, which explores the mathematical patterns of the natural world, from the nested spirals of a sunflower’s seeds to the ridges of a mountain range, to the layout of the universe. ~ Mirror Maze Exhibition ~ 
• Longwood Gardens’ Main Fountain Grand Opening with Fireworks Show ~ June 2 – September 30 ~ Visitors will enjoy more than 1,700 jets and streams soaring as high as 175 feet in the air each night during the season. Don’t miss the first Fireworks and Fountains Show of the year on Sunday, May 28. ~ Longwood Gardens’ Main Fountain Grand Opening with Fireworks Show ~
• Prison Food Weekend at Eastern State Penitentiary ~ June 3 & 4 ~ Held at Eastern State Penitentiary both days from 11 am to 4:30 pm. Understand the “food product” issued as punishment in many American prisons. Visitors to the historic site can sample Nutraloaf created using the official recipes from five U.S. states. They can then record their thoughts on a tasting card and decide for themselves whether serving Nutraloaf is a form of cruel and unusual punishment. This event is included in the regular admission. ~ Prison Food Weekend at Eastern State Penitentiary ~

Date Specific Events & Activities ~ June 2 – 8 ~

• Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours ~  ~  Month of June ~ Come check out the many Mural Arts tours throughout Philadelphia. ~ Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours for June 2017 ~ or 215-925-3633. ~ About Philadelphia Mural Arts ~
• First Friday Movie Night at the Betsy Ross House ~ June 2 ~ From 5 pm to 9 pm at the Betsy Ross House. Tonight watch It! Terror from Beyond Space. ~ First Friday Movie Night at the Betsy Ross House ~
• Art After 5 ~ June 2 ~ Free with admission, from 5 pm to 8:45 pm. ~ Donn T – Philadelphia’s visionary singer-songwriter Donn T combines eclectic soul music with special guests for a dramatic and moving performance. Her upcoming album, 1004 Characters, will be released this summer. Held at the Philadelphia Museum of Art in the Great Stair Hall. ~ Art After 5 ~ 
• First Friday’s in Old City~ June 2 ~ 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’s in Manayunk ~ June 2 ~ 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 ~
• Philadelphia Phillies ~ June 2 ~ Game time 7:05 pm ~ Enjoy the Philadelphia Phillies as they play the San Francisco Giants at Citizens Bank Park! ~ Philadelphia Phillies vs San Francisco Giants ~
• Parks On Tap ~ June 2 – 4 ~ Belmont Plateau in Fairmount Park ~ Located in West Fairmount Park Get out there and explore many of Philadelphia’s beautiful parks while enjoy beer, food and good company! ~ Parks on Tap ~
• Rittenhouse Square Fine Art Show ~ June 2 – 4 ~ Professional artists from across the nation, and sometimes further, come together to share their art with Philadelphia right here in Rittenhouse Square. ~ Rittenhouse Square Fine Art Show ~
• Philly Beer Week ~ June 2 – 11 ~ Philly Beer Week! The city of Philadelphia was the first city to start Beer Week and is celebrating its 10 year anniversary. Don’t miss out on these 10 days of exciting events. Will you be attending? ~ Philly Beer Week ~
• Philly Beer Week Cheat Sheet ~ June 2 – 11 ~ Philly Beer Week is the largest beer celebration of its kind in the United States. With so many activities in 10 days, we wanted to give you specific details and a breakdown about the upcoming events, festivals, tours, beer tastings, dinners, and much more. Click for more information. For more about Philly Beer Week, click Philly Beer Week ~ Philly Beer Week Cheat Sheet ~
• American Spirits: The Rise & Fall of Prohibition ~ June 2 – July 16 ~ Held at the National Constitution Center from 9:30 am to 5 pm, this exhibit includes 100 + rare artifacts from the temperance movement, original ratification copies of the 18th and 21st amendments and much more.  ~ American Spirits: The Rise & Fall of Prohibition ~
• Chinese Lantern Festival ~ June 2 – 18 ~ Take pleasure in the Chinese Lantern Festival at  Franklin Square ! The square will come alive and glow with 29 larger-than-life illuminated displays such as a huge 200-foot Chinese dragon, pandas, sea creatures, mythological creatures and more. Enjoy special food, shopping, live performances as well. ~ Chinese Lantern Festival ~
• Spruce Street Harbor Park ~ June 2 – October 1 ~ Spruce Street Harbor Park and RiverRink Summerfest will include a floating restaurant, boardwalk, hammocks, tons of colorful LED lights, new planted greenery, more Philadelphia restauranteurs, seating options, and a new family entertainment area! ~ Spruce Street Harbor Park ~
• RiverRink Summerfest ~ June 2 – October 1 ~ Enjoy the Blue Cross RiverRink which has been transformed into an outdoor roller rink, a nine-hole mini-golf course, food, and new this year, an outdoor bowling alley. ~ RiverRink Summerfest ~
• Filter Square Farmers’ Market ~ June 3 ~ 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 ~ June 3 ~ 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 ~ June 3 ~ From 9 am to 3 pm from 18th & Walnut Streets, enjoy fresh seasonal produce, fresh seafood, fresh bread and much more! ~ Rittenhouse Farmers’ Market ~  
• Free Yoga at Race Street Pier ~ June 3 until November 5 ~ FREE – From 9:30 am to 10:30 am every Saturday and Sunday at Race Street Pier. Just bring a yoga mat and be ready to stretch out. ~ Free Yoga at Race Street Pier ~
• Clark Park Farmers’ Market ~ June 3 ~ 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 ~
• 10th Annual Roots Picnic ~ June 3 ~ From noon to 10 pm at the Festival Pier at Penn’s Landing! Enjoy performances from some of the biggest names in hip-hop and R&B. ~ 10th Annual Roots Picnic ~
• Rittenhouse Square Fine Art Show ~ June 3 ~ Professional artists from across the nation, and sometimes further, come together to share their art with Philadelphia right here in Rittenhouse Square. ~ Rittenhouse Square Fine Art Show ~
• Fete Day at Elfreth’s Alley ~ June 3 ~ noon to 5 pm. Celebrate Fete Day at Elfreth’s Alley, taking place the first Saturday of June every year. This unique block party, on the oldest residential street in America, will feature private tours of homes that are only opened once a year to the public. There will also be colonial crafts, artists, games, historic interpreters, a fife and drum corps, and refreshments. ~ Fete Day at Elfreth’s Alley ~
• Philadelphia Phillies ~ June 3 ~ Game time 4:05 pm ~ Enjoy the Philadelphia Phillies as they play the San Francisco Giants at Citizens Bank Park! ~ Philadelphia Phillies vs San Francisco Giants ~
• Yards Brewing Co Tours ~ June 3 & 4 ~ FREE – Saturdays & 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 ~ June 3 & 7 ~ 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 ~ June 4 ~ 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. Beyond the abundance of fresh produce, you can also find a great selection of locally prepared foods and artisanal goods such as soups, caneles, ice cream, coffee and wine. ~ Headhouse Farmers’ Market ~
• Free Yoga at Race Street Pier ~ June 4 until November 5 ~ FREE – From 9:30 am to 10:30 am every Saturday and Sunday at Race Street Pier. Just bring a yoga mat and be ready to stretch out. ~ Free Yoga at Race Street Pier ~
• Historic Fairmount Park Scavenger Hunt ~ June 4 ~ From 9:30 am to 1 pm in Fairmount Park discover and explore six historic houses, their architecture and history, on this fun and engaging first ever 3 hour scavenger hunt! ~ Historic Fairmount Park Scavenger Hunt ~
• First Sundays at Barnes Foundation ~ June 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 ~
• Rittenhouse Square Fine Art Show ~ June 4 ~ Professional artists from across the nation, and sometimes further, come together to share their art with Philadelphia right here in Rittenhouse Square. ~ Rittenhouse Square Fine Art Show ~
• Prison Food Weekend at Eastern State Penitentiary ~ June 4 ~ Held at Eastern State Penitentiary from 11 am to 4:30 pm. Understand the “food product” issued as punishment in many American prisons. Visitors to the historic site can sample Nutraloaf created using the official recipes from five U.S. states. They can then record their thoughts on a tasting card and decide for themselves whether serving Nutraloaf is a form of cruel and unusual punishment. This event is included in the regular admission. ~ Prison Food Weekend at Eastern State Penitentiary ~
• Italian National Day in East Passyunk ~ June 4 ~ From 11 am to 7 pm from Broad to Moore streets along East Passyunk Ave. Guests will enjoy Italian-inspired food, water ice, food trucks, limoncello, music, games for kids, the annual spaghetti bowl and more. ~ Italian National Day in East Passyunk ~
• Irish American Festival ~ June 4 ~ noon to 7 pm. The Irish American Festival will take place at the Great Plaza in Penn’s Landing. Enjoy live music from our very own Blackthorn and others as well as Irish dancers and bagpipers. Let’s not forget traditional Irish foods and outdoor shops of craft vendors selling authentic and traditional Irish goods as well. Sláinte! ~ Irish American Festival ~
• Philadelphia Phillies ~ June 4 ~ Game time 1:35 pm ~ Enjoy the Philadelphia Phillies as they play the San Francisco Giants at Citizens Bank Park! ~ Philadelphia Phillies vs San Francisco Giants ~
• Pay As You Wish ~ June 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 ~
• Live at Lunch at Dilworth Park ~ June 7 ~ FREE – Every Wednesday from noon to 1:30 pm at Dilworth Park, enjoy musical and performing arts live. Food & drinks pay-as-you-go. ~ Live at Lunch at Dilworth Park ~
• Old City Farmers Market ~ June 7 ~ From 2 pm to 7 pm outside Christ Church at Church Street between 2nd and American. Held every Wednesday until November 1. Shop for organic produce, breads, meats, cheeses, flowers and plants, warm-weather sweets, and a wide variety of oils, preserves, and canned goods. ~ Old City Farmers Market ~
• Center City Sips ~ June 7 – August 30 (takes place every Wednesday) ~ Welcome Center City Sips! Have a favorite establishment? Maybe wanting to try a new place out? This event is a great opportunity to sample cocktails and appetizers at new restaurants and visit local favorites with friends and co-workers at discounted prices. ~ Center City Sips ~
• Pay-What-You-Wish ~ June 7 ~ 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 ~ 
• Parks On Tap ~ June 7 – 11 ~ Matthias Baldwin Park ~ Located in West Fairmount Park Get out there and explore many of Philadelphia’s beautiful parks while enjoy beer, food and good company! ~ Parks on Tap ~
• Dilworth Park ~ Now Open ~ Enjoy seating areas for relaxation, food & live music. ~ Dilworth Park ~
• Franklin Square ~ Now Open for the 2017 season ~  The Franklin Square is a great place to bring the family or for a date. Located in the historical part of Philadelphia in Old City. This park offers a carousel, a miniature golf course, a storytelling bench, a playground, a picnic area and more. ~ Franklin Square ~
• 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 ~

Philadelphia Beer Gardens

• Independence Beer Garden ~     ~ Independence Beer Garden ~
• PHS Pop Up Beer Garden South Street ~ Open 2017 Season ~ The PHS Pop Up Garden is back! Located on 1438 South Street, right next door to the Jamaican Jerk Hut, visitors will enjoy a secluded area with an outdoor bar, palm trees, colorful umbrellas and hammocks, as visitors they enjoy tropical cocktails, beer, wine, food, live music and games. Check it out. ~ Pop Up Beer Garden ~
• Uptown Beer Garden ~ 1735 market St ~ Uptown Beer Garden ~

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 ~ June 9 & beyond

• Art After 5 ~ June 9 ~ Free with admission, from 5 pm to 8:45 pm. ~ Karikatura – This New York–based roots pop band makes life-affirming, body-shaking music that moves people around the world. An organic synthesis of all the sounds heard on the streets of NYC, Karikatura blends cumbia, hip-hop, reggae, klezmer, indie-rock, and merengue. Held at the Philadelphia Museum of Art in the Great Stair Hall. ~ Art After 5 ~ 
• Center City Sips ~ June 14 – August 30 (takes place every Wednesday) ~ Welcome Center City Sips! Have a favorite establishment? Maybe wanting to try a new place out? This event is a great opportunity to sample cocktails and appetizers at new restaurants and visit local favorites with friends and co-workers at discounted prices. ~ Center City Sips ~
• Escape Room at Franklin Institute ~ June 14 ~     ~ Escape Room at Franklin Institute ~
• Newbold Blues Festival ~ June 17 ~ From noon to 5 pm     ~ Newbold Blues Festival ~
• 40th Street Summer Series ~ June 17 ~ FREE – Held at 40th & Walnut Streets from 5 pm to 8:30 pm. 40th Street Summer Series is a free outdoor music series in University City that is family-friendly. Not only will there be the eclectic sounds of jazz, funk, Balkan brass and much more, but many activities and entertainment for both kids and adults such as jugglers, face painting, balloon art, fire artists and more. Each concert is scheduled on a Saturday starting at 6 pm. ~ 40th Street Summer Series ~
• Escape Room at Franklin Institute ~ June 18 ~     ~ Escape Room at Franklin Institute ~
• Make Music Philly ~ June 21 ~ FREE –      ~ Make Music Philly ~
• Summer Nights Concert Series at Penn Museum ~ June 21 ~ Starting at 5 pm & held at the Penn Museum every Wednesday night until September 6, listen to music while enjoying a peaceful night on the lawn with drinks and food. Come listen to The Mid East Ensemble tonight! ~ Summer Nights Concert Series at Penn Museum ~
• 4th Friday in Headhouse District ~ June 23 ~ 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 ~  
• Summer Nights Concert Series at Penn Museum ~ June 28 ~ Starting at 5 pm & held at the Penn Museum every Wednesday night until September 6, listen to music while enjoying a peaceful night on the lawn with drinks and food. Come listen to The Mid East Ensemble tonight! ~ Summer Nights Concert Series at Penn Museum ~
• Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours ~  Month of July ~ Come check out the many Mural Arts tours throughout Philadelphia. ~ Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours for July 2017 ~ or 215-925-3633. ~ About Philadelphia Mural Arts ~
• Night Market Spruce Hill ~ July 1 ~ 6 pm to 10 pm ~ Held in the Spruce Hill neighborhood! The Night Market Philadelphia has grown into more than just a few food festivals a year that spotlight different Philly neighborhoods with excellent food from local restaurants and Philly’s finest food trucks. A chance to explore different neighborhoods, foods, music and people all at once. ~ Night Market Spruce Hill ~
• First Sundays at Barnes Foundation ~ July 2 ~ 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 ~ July 2 ~ 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 ~
• Free Admission To National Museum of American Jewish History ~ July 7 ~ FREE ~ 10 am – 5 pm – Enjoy free admission to the National Museum of American Jewish History on the first Friday of each month. ~ Free Admission To National Museum of American Jewish History  ~
• First Friday Movie Night at the Betsy Ross House ~ June 2 ~ From 5 pm to 9 pm at the Betsy Ross House. Tonight watch The Giant Claw. ~ First Friday Movie Night at the Betsy Ross House ~
• First Friday’s in Old City~ July 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’s in Manayunk ~ July 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 ~
• Germantown Second Saturday Festival ~ July 8 ~ FREE – Held in the Historic Germantown neighborhood, from noon to 3 pm, guests throughout the day can take free buses to some of Germantown’s most-frequented sites (Johnson House, Cliveden and more) and enjoy live music, shopping and food. ~ Germantown Second Saturday Festival ~
• 40th Street Summer Series ~ July 22 ~ FREE – Held at 40th & Walnut Streets from 5 pm to 8:30 pm. 40th Street Summer Series is a free outdoor music series in University City that is family-friendly. Not only will there be the eclectic sounds of jazz, funk, Balkan brass and much more, but many activities and entertainment for both kids and adults such as jugglers, face painting, balloon art, fire artists and more. Each concert is scheduled on a Saturday starting at 6 pm. ~ 40th Street Summer Series ~

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 June 2 – 4

Friday  |  Mostly Sunny |  High 78°  |  Low 54° Saturday  |  AM Clouds & PM Sun  |  76°  |  Low 55° Sunday  |  40% PM Thunderstorms  |  81°  |  Low 66°

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