'Exceptional Food, Beer & Much More!' It's going to be a fun packed week of things to do in Philadelphia! With many museum exhibits, ice skating, Black History Month, Philly Bierfest, Party for the Martket at RTM and so much more, you might need a vacation after this week! Tuesday, February 20 Ice Skating At Rothman Ice Rink ~ February 20 – 25 ~ Held at Dilworth Park, the Rothman Ice Rink is open 7 days a week, to include all holidays. So make plans with the family, … [Read more...]
Free and Exciting Things To Do In Philly This Week, February 12 – 19, 2018!!
February 12, 2018 By
'Exploring Philly With LOVE!' It's going to be a fun packed week of things to do in Philadelphia! After the Philadelphia Eagles winning the Super Bowl, and an awesome parade last week, how could one think the fun could continue! With Mardi Gras celebrations, Valentine's Day, the Chinese New Year kicking off, the continuation of Philly Theatre Week, Black History Month and so much more, you might need a vacation after this week! Also enjoy the return of the LOVE sculpture at LOVE Park … [Read more...]
The Terracotta Warriors Invade The Franklin Institute In Philadelphia!
January 9, 2018 By
'Exhibit Features 10 Life-Size Terracotta Warriors!' Here is your chance to dive into the secrets behind the 2,000 year-old army of clay statues that guarded the tomb of China’s first emperor. This was all discovered in 1974. Philadelphia is the only east coast city to host the Terracotta Warriors of the First Emperor exhibit, which is held at The Franklin Institute until March 4! Seattle is the only other stop in the United States. This exhibit was developed by The Franklin Institute in … [Read more...]
Winter Fountains On The Benjamin Franklin Parkway
December 20, 2017 By
'Glowing Video Projections On The Benjamin Franklin Parkway' The Winter Fountains exhibition, part of the city's Parkway 100 Celebration, illuminates the Benjamin Franklin Parkway this winter with a stunning nighttime display of glowing videos projected onto four large domes. These inspirational installations will be showcased until March 18, 2018 and can be found at Aviator Park, outside the Rodin Museum, at the Park Towne Place Residences and at the Spring Garden Triangle. Exhibition … [Read more...]
Cai Guo-Qiang: Fireflies FREE Interactive Installation Lights Up Benjamin Franklin Parkway Sept 15 to Oct 8
October 3, 2017 By
'Lighting Up The Benjamin Franklin Parkway With Interactive Art' Imagine riding down Benjamin Franklin Parkway in a pedicab (a small pedal-operated vehicle, serving as a taxi in some countries)! Here is your chance thanks to Cai Guo-Qiang: Fireflies, a new interactive artwork which is from September 15 to October 8. The Atmosphere and Experience Of Cai Guo-Qiang: Fireflies Guests will find 27 luminous, kinetic sculptures in the form of free pedicabs traveling along the Parkway from … [Read more...]
“We Are Connected” Festival September 8 ~ Parkway 100 Celebration In Philadelphia September 8, 2017 Thru November 16, 2018
September 7, 2017 By
'Celebrate 100 Years Of The Parkway' For 100 years, the Parkway has served as Philadelphia’s cultural boulevard filled with world-renowned art, science and educational offerings that attract local residents, visitors and businesses! 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. The Parkway 100 "We Are Connected" Festival, which is September 8, will … [Read more...]
Labor Day Weekend In Philadelphia! First Friday, Cannstatter Volksfest German Festival, Made In America Festival, Fireworks and More!
September 1, 2017 By
'Exciting Labor Day Weekend Fun in Philly' The weekend kicks off with many FREE movies at different locations, First Friday, Havana Nights: A Celebration of Cuban Food & Music at World Live Cafe, The Midway at Blue Cross RiverRink, Parks On Tap, Spruce Street Harbor Park, RiverRink Summerfest and more. During the weekend enjoy Made In America Concert, Cannstatter Volksfest German Festival, Spruce Street Harbor Park, RiverRink Summerfest, the Longwood Gardens’ Main Fountain, the Spring … [Read more...]
The Oval Asks: “What’s Your Parkway, Philly?” ~ 2017 Summer Fun At Eakins Oval
August 16, 2017 By
'Summer Seasonal Fun At The Oval' Hello summer fun at The Oval, located across from the Philadelphia Museum of Art. For the 5th year, The Oval will transform into a pop-up park and runs July 20 through August 20. This year it will be more about just a fun place to hang outside with games, yoga, beer, music and more. It will also allow visitors to give feedback, a way to tell the city how you feel! This year’s summertime plaza, named The Oval+, because it will now include … [Read more...]
Boyz II Men Philadelphia Street Sign Dedication June 24, 2017!
August 14, 2017 By
'Philadelphia Hometown Icons Boyz II Men' Philadelphia natives and members of the Grammy Award-winning R&B group Boyz II Men, Nathan Morris, Wayna Morris and Shawn Stockman, joined the city's dedication ceremony on June 24, 2017 outside where they were once aspiring young musicians with big dreams at the Philadelphia High School for the Creative and Performing Arts. The signage marking Philadelphia's official "Boyz II Men Boulevard" was presented at Broad and Christian streets. The … [Read more...]
The Midway At Blue Cross RiverRink! Carnival-Style Attractions In Philly!
August 1, 2017 By
'Carnival-Style Attractions In Philly' Who says you have to leave the City of Philadelphia for shore-like amusement rides and games! Guests will be able to enjoy boardwalk-inspired games, a full-size carousel, and a specific marquee ride at the Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest, just blocks north of Spruce Street Harbor Park. Throughout the summer, the marquee ride will be rotated between a 60 ft Ferris Wheel, the Pharoah’s Fury swinging boat ride, and the Typhoon Magic Carpet ride. Check … [Read more...]
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