‘Bring On Spring In Philadelphia!’
Don;t think snow, just think spring! It’s going to be a fun packed week of things to do in Philadelphia!
With many museum exhibits, the Philadelphia Restaurant Festival, enjoying an evening with Women Restaurateurs, Philly Wine Week, enjoy the opening of Hamilton: The Constitutional Clashes That Shaped A Nation at the National Constitution Center, Rain – A Tribute to the Beatles, Easter Egg Hunts, the Black Tie Gay Bingo event, Franklin Square is now open and so much more, you might need a vacation after this week!
Women’s Film Festival ~ March 19 – 24 ~ The festival highlights female-centric films as well as strong women producers, directors and actors. The opening night celebration of Savannah Bloch’s And Then There Was Eve kicks off at the Kimmel Center! There will be screenings and events throughout the week at venues across the city as well. ~ Women’s Film Festival ~
Israeli Film Festival ~ March 19 – 25 ~ Held at various locations throughout Philadelphia such as the International House and the Kimmel Center. The Israeli film Festival showcases some of the best in Israeli film with a powerful lineup of documentaries, dramas and more. ~ Israeli Film Festival ~
Women’s History Month ~ March 19 – 31 ~ Held at the National Constitution Center the whole month of March! Guests can enjoy self-guided tours that focus on women’s history such as The Story of We the People, which highlights defining moments in women’s history, a game board challenge, an interactive show about women’s suffrage and more. ~ Women’s History Month ~
Crocs: Ancient Predators in a Modern World Exhibit at the Academy of Natural Sciences ~ March 19 – 25 ~ Held at The Academy of Natural Sciences, come face-to-snout with live crocodilians, a group of reptiles that has evolved and thrived for 200 million years thanks to their brute strength, keen senses, and murderous instincts. ~ Cros Exhibit at the Academy of Natural Sciences ~
Design in Revolution: A 1960′s Odyssey Exhibit ~ March 19 – 25 ~ Held at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. From Pop Art and psychedelia to the civil rights and anti-war movements, the 1960s was a decade of liberation—and of great loss. See how designers, artists, and architects responded to the tumultuous period that still looms large in the American imagination. ~ Design in Revolution: A 1960′s Odyssey Exhibit at the Philadelphia Museum of Art ~
Parkway 100 Celebration ~ March 19 – 25 ~ The Ben Franklin Parkway is turning 100 and Philadelphia is set to mark this milestone with a year of special events, promotions, and family-friendly experiences through November 18, 2018. ~ Parkway 100 Celebration ~
Leonard Bernstein: The Power of Music Exhibit ~ March 19 – September 2 ~ Held at the National Museum of American Jewish Museum. Audiences may be familiar with many of Bernstein’s works, notably West Side Story! The exhibition consists of a collection of artifacts, films and sound bites that not only celebrate the talented composer’s 100th birthday, but also bring to light the stress, fear and eventual hopefulness of an American Jew living through the Holocaust, World War II and the Vietnam War. ~ Leonard Bernstein: The Power of Music Exhibit ~
Franklin Square Opened for 2018 Season ~ March 19 ~ 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 ~
Community Night at The Franklin Institute ~ March 20 ~ FREE (no admission Tuesday night) – 5 pm – 8 pm at The Franklin Institute. Enjoy famous permanent exhibits, planetarium shows, drone demonstrations, hands-on activities, celestial viewings in the observatory and more. ~ Community Night at The Franklin Institute ~
An Evening with Women Restaurateurs ~ March 20 ~ From 6-8 pm held at The Acorn Club at 1519 Locust St. Hear incredibly accomplished women share their stories of their successes- and challenges- in the restaurant business! Joy Manning, editor of Edible Philly, will moderate the discussion with panelists: Ange Branca of Saté Kampar, Valerie Erwin of EAT Café, Alice Leung of Soy Cafe, Terry Berch McNally of London Grill, and Kathleen Mulhern of (The Garden). ~ An Evening With Women Restaurateurs ~
Philadelphia Restaurant Festival ~ March 20 ~ VIP 5 pm & GA 6 pm – 9 pm – The Philadelphia Restaurant is a food and drink lovers dream! With over 100 different amazing restaurants, craft beers, Bourbon and whiskeys, liquors, and wines from across the Philadelphia area to sample! Everyone will find something to rave about. ~ Philadelphia Restaurant Festival ~
Pay-What-You-Wish ~ March 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 ~
March Madness Bars in Philly ~ March 22 – 25 ~ Congratulations to the Villanova men’s basketball team moving onto the Sweet 16! Watch the play-in games. Here is our guide to many of the sports bars in Philadelphia to enjoy March Madness games at. ~ March Madness Bars in Philly ~
Philly Wine Week ~ March 22 – 29 ~ Tonight is Opening Corks! Philly Wine Week is an eight day event that embraces those that savor the knowledge and taste of wines. There will be an opening event, events each day and a closing event. Enjoy wine with other fellow wine lovers, listen to guest speakers & much more. ~ Philly Wine Week ~
Dinos After Dark ~ March 23 ~ Pay-What-You-Wish (suggested donation $10) From 5 pm – 8 pm at The Academy of Natural Sciences at 1900 Benjamin Franklin parkway. On the fourth Friday evening of every month this winter and spring, 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 at The Philadelphia Museum of Art ~ Art After 5 ~ March 23 ~ Free with admission, from 5 pm to 8:45 pm. ~ Mike Casey Trio – Three of the brightest rising stars in jazz—led by saxophonist Mike Casey—perform modern original music and creatively reimagined classics. Held at the Philadelphia Museum of Art in the Great Stair Hall. ~ Art After 5 ~
4th Friday in Headhouse District ~ March 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 ~
Rain – A Tribute to the Beatles ~ March 23 – 25 ~ Held at the Academy of Music! Calling all Beatles fans and music lovers! The show also celebrates the 50-year anniversary of the release of the Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band album. ~ Rain – A Tribute to the Beatles ~
March Madness Bars in Philly ~ March 23 – 25 ~ Congratulations to the Villanova men’s basketball team moving onto the Sweet 16! Watch the play-in games. Here is our guide to many of the sports bars in Philadelphia to enjoy March Madness games at. ~ March Madness Bars in Philly ~
Hamilton: The Constitutional Clashes That Shaped A Nation ~ March 23 – December 31 ~ Held at the National Constitution Center. The exhibition focuses on Alexander Hamilton and the challenging relationships and friendships he had with some of our country’s history makers such as James Madison, Thomas Jefferson, John Adams and Aaron Burr. ~ Hamilton: The Constitutional Clashes That Shaped A Nation ~
Easter Egg Hunt at East Passyunk Ave ~ March 24 ~ FREE – From 11 am to 2 pm at the South Philadelphia Older Adult Center’s (SPOAC) Outdoor Garden, located at East Passyunk Ave & Dickinson Street. Enjoy Easter egg hunts for different ages, meet the Easter Bunny, participate in bag-decorating crafts and more. ~ Easter Egg Hunt at East Passyunk Ave ~
Black Tie Gay Bingo Event ~ March 24 ~ At 6:30 pm at the Gershman Y at 401 S. Broad Street. Guests are encouraged to dress in their finest black-tie attire and enjoy cocktails, food, a silent auction and the main event, GayBINGO. ~ Black Tie Gay Bingo event ~
March Madness Bars in Philly ~ March 24 & 25 ~ Here is our guide to many of the sports bars in Philadelphia to enjoy March Madness games at. ~ March Madness Bars in Philly ~
Philly Wine Week ~ March 24 – 29 ~ Tonight is Opening Corks! Philly Wine Week is an eight day event that embraces those that savor the knowledge and taste of wines. There will be an opening event, events each day and a closing event. Enjoy wine with other fellow wine lovers, listen to guest speakers & much more. ~ Philly Wine Week ~
Hamilton: The Constitutional Clashes That Shaped A Nation ~ March 24 – December 31 ~ Held at the National Constitution Center. The exhibition focuses on Alexander Hamilton and the challenging relationships and friendships he had with some of our country’s history makers such as James Madison, Thomas Jefferson, John Adams and Aaron Burr. ~ Hamilton: The Constitutional Clashes That Shaped A Nation ~
Opening Season of the Shofuso Japanese House and Garden ~ March 24 ~ Explore the beautiful gardens and tea house! To celebrate the 60th anniversary of the attraction, Shofuso will offer tours of the home and gardens and other special events throughout the weekend. All in time for the Subaru Cherry Blossom Festival April 7 to 15! ~ Opening Season of the Shofuso Japanese House and Garden ~
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Easter Family Fun at the American Swedish Historical Museum ~ March 25 ~ From 2 pm to 4 pm at the American Swedish Historical Museum. Kids can enjoy an Easter egg hunt, face painting, Easter crafts, Easter witch dress up and more. ~ Easter Fun at the American Swedish Historical Museum ~
Rain – A Tribute to the Beatles ~ March 25 ~ Held at the Academy of Music! Calling all Beatles fans and music lovers! The show also celebrates the 50-year anniversary of the release of the Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band album. ~ Rain – A Tribute to the Beatles ~
March Madness Bars in Philly ~ March 25 ~ Here is our guide to many of the sports bars in Philadelphia to enjoy March Madness games at. ~ March Madness Bars in Philly ~
Philly Wine Week ~ March 25 – 29 ~ Tonight is Opening Corks! Philly Wine Week is an eight day event that embraces those that savor the knowledge and taste of wines. There will be an opening event, events each day and a closing event. Enjoy wine with other fellow wine lovers, listen to guest speakers & much more. ~ Philly Wine Week ~
Photo Courtesy of Jeff Belonger for MyPhillyAlive
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