‘Exploring Philadelphia!’
With the many museum exhibits, Community Night at Franklin Institute, ice skating, First Friday, The 80’s Pops Rocks With The Philly Pops, Black Tie Tailgate at Philadelphia Auto Show, the Philadelphia Auto Show, Winter Craft Beer & Craft Festival at 23rd Street Armory, Chinese New Year Celebrations and so much more, you might need a vacation after this week!
Community Night at Franklin Institute ~ January 28 ~ FREE & Online registration is required – From 5 pm to 8 pm at The Franklin Institute. Kids and families can explore the museum’s exhibits and take part in interactive science activities. ~ Community Night at Franklin Institute ~
Our Guide to Fireplaces at restaurants & bars in Philadelphia ~ January 28 – February 28 ~ We have listed 34 bars & restaurants located in Philadelphia that have a fireplace to cozy up to while eating & drinking! ~ Our Guide to Fireplaces at restaurants & bars in Philadelphia ~
Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours ~ Month of February ~ Come check out the many Mural Arts tours throughout Philadelphia. ~ Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours for February 2019 or 215-925-3633. ~ About Philadelphia Mural Arts ~
Viking Fest ~ January 28 – until unknown ~ From 10 am – 3 pm at the Franklin Institute. Celebrate the opening of the new Vikings: Beyond The Legend exhibit with a festival that includes performances, demonstrations, reenactments and 21-foot long replica ship! ~ Viking Fest ~
Ice skating at Rothman Ice Rink at Dilworth Park ~ January 28 – February 24 ~ Dilworth Park has been transformed into an Ice Skating Rink outside of City Hall. Known as the Rothman Ice Rink, it is open 7 days a week, to include all holidays. So make plans with the family, with friends, and enjoy this new found winter location in the heart of Philadelphia. ~ Ice skating at Rothman Ice Rink at Dilworth Park ~
Ice Skating at Blue Cross RiverRink & Winterfest ~ January 28 – March 3 ~ Enjoy ice skating this winter at Penn’s Landing on the Delaware River. Visitors will also be able to enjoy a lodge with a fireplace, games & more, cabins and more. ~ Ice Skating at Blue Cross RiverRink & Winterfest ~
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 ~
Grave Gardener Happy Hour ~ January 29 ~ From 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm on the 2nd Floor of Clarkville at 4301 Baltimore Ave. Drink Beer, eat pizza and raise money for The Woodlands Grave Gardeners! Proceeds from every purchase of Troegs Sunshine Pils will go directly to the Grave Gardeners, helping us buy plants for the program and compete in our Flower Show debut this March. ~ Grave Gardener Happy Hour ~
Pay-What-You-Wish ~ January 30 ~ 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 ~
It’s Not You, It’s Me – The Second City ~ January 30 – February 2 ~ Held at the Kimmel Center at 300 S. Broad St. Enjoy this hilarious production about “heartbreak, missed connections and the mire of human relationships”. ~ It’s Not You, It’s Me – The Second City ~
Ice skating at Rothman Ice Rink at Dilworth Park ~ January 31 – February 24 ~ Dilworth Park has been transformed into an Ice Skating Rink outside of City Hall. Known as the Rothman Ice Rink, it is open 7 days a week, to include all holidays. So make plans with the family, with friends, and enjoy this new found winter location in the heart of Philadelphia. ~ Ice skating at Rothman Ice Rink at Dilworth Park ~
Ice Skating at Blue Cross RiverRink & Winterfest ~ January 31 – March 3 ~ Enjoy ice skating this winter at Penn’s Landing on the Delaware River. Visitors will also be able to enjoy a lodge with a fireplace, games & more, cabins and more. ~ Ice Skating at Blue Cross RiverRink & Winterfest ~
Friday Nights at The Philadelphia Museum of Art ~ Art After 5 ~ February 1 ~ Free with admission, from 5 pm to 8:45 pm. ~ Ensemble Novo - Ensemble Novo explores the warm, lyrical music of Brazil in the 1960s and ‘70s through the lens of jazz improvisation. Held at the Philadelphia Museum of Art in the Great Stair Hall. ~ Friday Nights Art ~
First Friday in Old City~ February 1 ~ 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 ~ February 1 ~ 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 ~
Black Tie Tailgate at Philadelphia Auto Show ~ February 1 ~ From 7 pm – 11:30 pm at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Here is your chance to get a sneak peek of the 2019 Philly Auto Show while you dine and dance the night away around some of the finest automobiles in the world. Guests will be able to enjoy food, live music and more. ~ Black Tie Tailgate at Philadelphia Auto Show ~
Winter Craft Beer & Craft Festival at 23rd Street Armory ~ February 1 & 2 ~ Held at the 23rd Street Armory at 22 S. 23rd St. Guests can enjoy a 4-hour session of unlimited samples of more than 50 craft beers, seasonal cocktails, food truck fare, a build-your-own hot toddy bar and live entertainment! One session on Friday & 2 sessions on Saturday. ~ Winter Craft Beer & Craft Festival at 23rd Street Armory ~
The 80’s Pops Rocks With The Philly Pops! ~ February 1 – 3 ~ Friday night at 8 pm. Held at the Kimmel Center at 300 S. Broad St.. Guests can enjoy this show featuring music by Michael Jackson, George Michael, Blondie, Cyndi Lauper, Cher and more hitmakers. Broadway’s Nicole Parker (Wicked) and Aaron Finley (Kinky Boots) join as featured vocalists. ~ The 80’s Pops Rocks With The Philly Pops! ~
Ice skating at Rothman Ice Rink at Dilworth Park ~ February 1 – 24 ~ Dilworth Park has been transformed into an Ice Skating Rink outside of City Hall. Known as the Rothman Ice Rink, it is open 7 days a week, to include all holidays. So make plans with the family, with friends, and enjoy this new found winter location in the heart of Philadelphia. ~ Ice skating at Rothman Ice Rink at Dilworth Park ~
Ice Skating at Blue Cross RiverRink & Winterfest ~ February 1 – March 3 ~ Enjoy ice skating this winter at Penn’s Landing on the Delaware River. Visitors will also be able to enjoy a lodge with a fireplace, games & more, cabins and more. ~ Ice Skating at Blue Cross RiverRink & Winterfest ~
Winter Craft Beer & Craft Festival at 23rd Street Armory ~ February 2 ~ Held at the 23rd Street Armory at 22 S. 23rd St. Guests can enjoy a 4-hour session of unlimited samples of more than 50 craft beers, seasonal cocktails, food truck fare, a build-your-own hot toddy bar and live entertainment! One session on Friday & 2 sessions on Saturday. ~ Winter Craft Beer & Craft Festival at 23rd Street Armory ~
The 80’s Pops Rocks With The Philly Pops! ~ February 2 & 3 ~ At 3 pm. Held at the Kimmel Center at 300 S. Broad St.. Guests can enjoy this show featuring music by Michael Jackson, George Michael, Blondie, Cyndi Lauper, Cher and more hitmakers. Broadway’s Nicole Parker (Wicked) and Aaron Finley (Kinky Boots) join as featured vocalists. ~ The 80’s Pops Rocks With The Philly Pops! ~
Philadelphia Auto Show ~ February 2 – 10 ~ Held at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Recognized by the industry as one of the top shows in the country, the Philadelphia Auto 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 ~
Chinese New Year Celebrations ~ February 2 – 22 ~ Enjoy many activities, events & dinners ringing the Chinese New Year, the Year of the Pig, in Chinatown and throughout Philadelphia. ~ Chinese New Year Celebrations ~
Ice skating at Rothman Ice Rink at Dilworth Park ~ February 2 – 24 ~ Dilworth Park has been transformed into an Ice Skating Rink outside of City Hall. Known as the Rothman Ice Rink, it is open 7 days a week, to include all holidays. So make plans with the family, with friends, and enjoy this new found winter location in the heart of Philadelphia. ~ Ice skating at Rothman Ice Rink at Dilworth Park ~
Ice Skating at Blue Cross RiverRink & Winterfest ~ February 2 – March 3 ~ Enjoy ice skating this winter at Penn’s Landing on the Delaware River. Visitors will also be able to enjoy a lodge with a fireplace, games & more, cabins and more. ~ Ice Skating at Blue Cross RiverRink & Winterfest ~
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First Sundays at Barnes Foundation ~ February 3 ~ 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 ~
The 80’s Pops Rocks With The Philly Pops! ~ February 3 ~ At 3 pm. Held at the Kimmel Center at 300 S. Broad St. Guests can enjoy this show featuring music by Michael Jackson, George Michael, Blondie, Cyndi Lauper, Cher and more hitmakers. Broadway’s Nicole Parker (Wicked) and Aaron Finley (Kinky Boots) join as featured vocalists. ~ The 80’s Pops Rocks With The Philly Pops! ~
Pay As You Wish ~ February 3 ~ 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 ~
Philadelphia Auto Show ~ February 3 – 10 ~ Held at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Recognized by the industry as one of the top shows in the country, the Philadelphia Auto 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 ~
Chinese New Year Celebrations ~ February 3 – 22 ~ Enjoy many activities, events & dinners ringing the Chinese New Year, the Year of the Pig, in Chinatown and throughout Philadelphia. ~ Chinese New Year Celebrations ~
Ice skating at Rothman Ice Rink at Dilworth Park ~ February 2 – 24 ~ Dilworth Park has been transformed into an Ice Skating Rink outside of City Hall. Known as the Rothman Ice Rink, it is open 7 days a week, to include all holidays. So make plans with the family, with friends, and enjoy this new found winter location in the heart of Philadelphia. ~ Ice skating at Rothman Ice Rink at Dilworth Park ~
Ice Skating at Blue Cross RiverRink & Winterfest ~ February 2 – March 3 ~ Enjoy ice skating this winter at Penn’s Landing on the Delaware River. Visitors will also be able to enjoy a lodge with a fireplace, games & more, cabins and more. ~ Ice Skating at Blue Cross RiverRink & Winterfest ~
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