Free and Exciting Things To Do In Philly This Week, March 4 – 10

Philadelphia Flower Show

Philadelphia Flower Show

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With the many museum exhibits, the Philadelphia Flower Show, Celebrating Mardi Gras, East Passyunk Restaurant Week, Rent At The Meriam Theater, BalletX Spring Series At The Wilma Theater, Viking Fest, Yards Brewing Co Tours, Philadelphia St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Irish Sessions at Plough and the Stars and so much more, you might need a vacation after this week!

 

Monday, March 4

 

East Passyunk Restaurant Week ~ March 4 – 8 ~ East Passyunk Restaurant Week is your chance to taste many different delicious meals from well-known East Passyunk Restaurants and experience chefs delights at discounted prices. You’ll get to enjoy a 3 course lunch and/or dinner for just $15, $25 or $35.  There are many types of food selections such as Japanese, Mexican, Italian, Seafood, Steak, American and much more. ~ East Passyunk Restaurant Week ~

Philadelphia Flower Show ~ March 4 – 10 ~ Held at the Pennsylvania Convention Center at 1101 Arch Street. The 2019 Philadelphia International Flower Show will pay tribute to the enormous impact of flowers on our lives at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. This event is the largest indoor flower show in the world! Philadelphia Flower Show ~

Our Guide to Fireplaces at restaurants & bars in Philadelphia March 4 – 15 ~ 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 March ~ Come check out the many Mural Arts tours throughout Philadelphia. ~ Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours for March 2019 or 215-925-3633. About Philadelphia Mural Arts ~  

Viking Fest ~ March 4 – 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 ~

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 ~

 

Tuesday, March 5

 

Mardi Gras in Philadelphia ~ March 5 ~ Enjoy good tasting New Orleans food, drinks, music and more at many restaurants and bars throughout the Philadelphia area. ~ Mardi Gras in Philadelphia ~

Broadway Philadelphia Presents Rent At The Meriam Theater ~ March 5 – 10RENT follows an unforgettable year in the lives of seven artists struggling to follow their dreams without selling out. With its inspiring message of joy and hope in the face of fear, this timeless celebration of friendship and creativity reminds us to measure our lives with the only thing that truly matters—love. Please note: RENT will hold a ticket lottery. A limited number of seats in the first two rows of the orchestra will be available for $25 (cash only) for each performance of RENT. The $25 (cash only) tickets are available for in-person purchases at the Merriam Theater Box Office, located at 250 S. Broad St., on the day of each performance only, two hours prior to the show. The ($25) tickets are limited to two tickets per person, while supplies last.  ~ Broadway Philadelphia Presents Rent At The Meriam Theater ~

 

Wednesday, March 6

 

Pay-What-You-Wish ~ March 6 ~ 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 ~

Broadway Philadelphia Presents Rent At The Meriam Theater ~ March 6 – 10RENT follows an unforgettable year in the lives of seven artists struggling to follow their dreams without selling out. With its inspiring message of joy and hope in the face of fear, this timeless celebration of friendship and creativity reminds us to measure our lives with the only thing that truly matters—love. Please note: RENT will hold a ticket lottery. A limited number of seats in the first two rows of the orchestra will be available for $25 (cash only) for each performance of RENT. The $25 (cash only) tickets are available for in-person purchases at the Merriam Theater Box Office, located at 250 S. Broad St., on the day of each performance only, two hours prior to the show. The ($25) tickets are limited to two tickets per person, while supplies last.  ~ Broadway Philadelphia Presents Rent At The Meriam Theater ~

BalletX Spring Series At The Wilma Theater ~ March 6 – 17 ~  BalletX performs a set of new performances during its Spring Series showcase, which features three new works that include street-dance-inspired ballet and envelope-pushing modern dance. BalletX Spring Series At The Wilma Theater ~

 

Thursday, March 7

 

East Passyunk Restaurant Week ~ March 7 – 8 ~ East Passyunk Restaurant Week is your chance to taste many different delicious meals from well-known East Passyunk Restaurants and experience chefs delights at discounted prices. You’ll get to enjoy a 3 course lunch and/or dinner for just $15, $25 or $35.  There are many types of food selections such as Japanese, Mexican, Italian, Seafood, Steak, American and much more. ~ East Passyunk Restaurant Week ~

Philadelphia Flower Show ~ March 7 – 10 ~ Held at the Pennsylvania Convention Center at 1101 Arch Street. The 2019 Philadelphia International Flower Show will pay tribute to the enormous impact of flowers on our lives at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. This event is the largest indoor flower show in the world! Philadelphia Flower Show ~

Broadway Philadelphia Presents Rent At The Meriam Theater ~ March 7 – 10RENT follows an unforgettable year in the lives of seven artists struggling to follow their dreams without selling out. With its inspiring message of joy and hope in the face of fear, this timeless celebration of friendship and creativity reminds us to measure our lives with the only thing that truly matters—love. Please note: RENT will hold a ticket lottery. A limited number of seats in the first two rows of the orchestra will be available for $25 (cash only) for each performance of RENT. The $25 (cash only) tickets are available for in-person purchases at the Merriam Theater Box Office, located at 250 S. Broad St., on the day of each performance only, two hours prior to the show. The ($25) tickets are limited to two tickets per person, while supplies last.  ~ Broadway Philadelphia Presents Rent At The Meriam Theater ~

BalletX Spring Series At The Wilma Theater ~ March 7 – 17 ~  BalletX performs a set of new performances during its Spring Series showcase, which features three new works that include street-dance-inspired ballet and envelope-pushing modern dance. BalletX Spring Series At The Wilma Theater ~

 

Friday, March 8

 

Friday Nights at The Philadelphia Museum of Art ~ Art After 5 ~ March 1 Free with admission, from 5 pm to 8:45 pm. ~ Eli Degibri – This acclaimed Israeli saxophonist performs a special tribute to Hank Mobley’s Soul Station, as well as music from his own recent release, Cliff Hangin’. Held at the Philadelphia Museum of Art in  the Great Stair Hall. ~ Friday Nights Art ~   

East Passyunk Restaurant Week ~ March 8 ~ East Passyunk Restaurant Week is your chance to taste many different delicious meals from well-known East Passyunk Restaurants and experience chefs delights at discounted prices. You’ll get to enjoy a 3 course lunch and/or dinner for just $15, $25 or $35.  There are many types of food selections such as Japanese, Mexican, Italian, Seafood, Steak, American and much more. ~ East Passyunk Restaurant Week ~

Philadelphia Flower Show ~ March 8 – 10 ~ Held at the Pennsylvania Convention Center at 1101 Arch Street. The 2019 Philadelphia International Flower Show will pay tribute to the enormous impact of flowers on our lives at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. This event is the largest indoor flower show in the world! Philadelphia Flower Show ~

Broadway Philadelphia Presents Rent At The Meriam Theater ~ March 8 – 10RENT follows an unforgettable year in the lives of seven artists struggling to follow their dreams without selling out. With its inspiring message of joy and hope in the face of fear, this timeless celebration of friendship and creativity reminds us to measure our lives with the only thing that truly matters—love. Please note: RENT will hold a ticket lottery. A limited number of seats in the first two rows of the orchestra will be available for $25 (cash only) for each performance of RENT. The $25 (cash only) tickets are available for in-person purchases at the Merriam Theater Box Office, located at 250 S. Broad St., on the day of each performance only, two hours prior to the show. The ($25) tickets are limited to two tickets per person, while supplies last.  ~ Broadway Philadelphia Presents Rent At The Meriam Theater ~

BalletX Spring Series At The Wilma Theater ~ March 8 – 17 ~  BalletX performs a set of new performances during its Spring Series showcase, which features three new works that include street-dance-inspired ballet and envelope-pushing modern dance. BalletX Spring Series At The Wilma Theater ~

 

Saturday, March 9

 

Yards Brewing Co Tours ~ March 9 & 10FREE – 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 ~ 

Philadelphia Flower Show ~ March 9 – 10 ~ Held at the Pennsylvania Convention Center at 1101 Arch Street. The 2019 Philadelphia International Flower Show will pay tribute to the enormous impact of flowers on our lives at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. This event is the largest indoor flower show in the world! Philadelphia Flower Show ~

Broadway Philadelphia Presents Rent At The Meriam Theater ~ March 9 – 10RENT follows an unforgettable year in the lives of seven artists struggling to follow their dreams without selling out. With its inspiring message of joy and hope in the face of fear, this timeless celebration of friendship and creativity reminds us to measure our lives with the only thing that truly matters—love. Please note: RENT will hold a ticket lottery. A limited number of seats in the first two rows of the orchestra will be available for $25 (cash only) for each performance of RENT. The $25 (cash only) tickets are available for in-person purchases at the Merriam Theater Box Office, located at 250 S. Broad St., on the day of each performance only, two hours prior to the show. The ($25) tickets are limited to two tickets per person, while supplies last.  ~ Broadway Philadelphia Presents Rent At The Meriam Theater ~

BalletX Spring Series At The Wilma Theater ~ March 9 – 17 ~  BalletX performs a set of new performances during its Spring Series showcase, which features three new works that include street-dance-inspired ballet and envelope-pushing modern dance. BalletX Spring Series At The Wilma Theater ~

 

Sunday, March 10

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Philadelphia Flower Show ~ March 10 ~ Held at the Pennsylvania Convention Center at 1101 Arch Street. The 2019 Philadelphia International Flower Show will pay tribute to the enormous impact of flowers on our lives at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. This event is the largest indoor flower show in the world! Philadelphia Flower Show ~ 

Philadelphia St. Patrick’s Day Parade ~ March 10 ~    ~ Philadelphia St. Patrick’s Day Parade ~

Yards Brewing Co Tours ~ March 10FREE – 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 ~ 

Irish Sessions ~ March 10FREE – 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. 

Broadway Philadelphia Presents Rent At The Meriam Theater ~ March 10RENT follows an unforgettable year in the lives of seven artists struggling to follow their dreams without selling out. With its inspiring message of joy and hope in the face of fear, this timeless celebration of friendship and creativity reminds us to measure our lives with the only thing that truly matters—love. Please note: RENT will hold a ticket lottery. A limited number of seats in the first two rows of the orchestra will be available for $25 (cash only) for each performance of RENT. The $25 (cash only) tickets are available for in-person purchases at the Merriam Theater Box Office, located at 250 S. Broad St., on the day of each performance only, two hours prior to the show. The ($25) tickets are limited to two tickets per person, while supplies last.  ~ Broadway Philadelphia Presents Rent At The Meriam Theater ~

BalletX Spring Series At The Wilma Theater ~ March 10 – 17 ~  BalletX performs a set of new performances during its Spring Series showcase, which features three new works that include street-dance-inspired ballet and envelope-pushing modern dance. BalletX Spring Series At The Wilma Theater ~

 

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