2019 Fringe Festival ~ Our Guide To Top Shows

‘Enjoying All Types Of Performing Arts In Philly’ The 2019 Fringe Festival, now in its 23rd year, is one of Philadelphia’s signature fall arts events celebrating innovation and creativity in contemporary performance from artists around the world. From September 5 to 22, the Festival will feature hundreds of dance, theater, visual arts, music and spoken-word performances in traditional venues as well as on street corners and in cars, galleries, cabarets and restaurants. History of … [Read more...]

The 9/11 Heroes 5K Run In Philadelphia!

'If Not Me, Then Who...." Calling all runners for a worthy cause. The Travis Manion Foundation will host the Philadelphia 9/11 Heroes 5k race at the Philadelphia Navy Yard on September 7, 2019. The 9/11 Heroes Run activates and unites communities to honor the sacrifices of those heroes from September 11th and the wars since, to include veterans, active duty, first responders, and families of the fallen. The 9/11 Heroes Run 5K +1M fun run/walk welcomes runners and walkers of all levels and … [Read more...]

Free and Exciting Things To Do In Philly This Week, September 3 – 8

'First Week Of September In Philadelphia!' . Enjoy the many museum exhibits, Hamilton at the Forrest Theatre, FringeFestival, Hidden Lives Illuminated At Eastern State Penitentiary, Franklin Square Fountain Show, Sittin' In: Live Sessions Featuring Marcus Myers & Ode to Omni, Parks On Tap, Baltimore Avenue Dollar Stroll, Outdoor Movie Screenings, First Friday, College Fest 2019, Delaware River Festival, Northern Liberties Pop Up Festival, Kennett Square's Mushroom … [Read more...]

Cannstatter Volksfest German Festival In Philadelphia Labor Day Weekend!

'Enjoying Philadelphia Region’s Oldest German Festival' Cannstatter Volksfest German Festival, held every year since 1873, is a Labor Day Weekend tradition that you will not want to miss! The 147th celebration takes place August 31 to September 2, 2019. Visitors will enjoy tasty authentic German food such as Bratwurst, Leberkaese, Schnitzel, Maultaschen and Kassler Rippchen. Every German meal needs a good German beer! There will also be American beers and wines as well. For … [Read more...]

Philly Burger Brawl! ~ Who Has The Best Burger In Philadelphia!

‘Tasting Burgers From All Across The City For A Good Cause!’ Get your taste buds ready for a burger feast!  Welcome back the 9th Annual Philly Burger Brawl! Held at The Navy Yard September 15 from 2 pm to 5 pm, this special event funds literacy programming through technology for Philadelphia’s underserved children in our public elementary schools. Burger Brawl Atmosphere and Experience What first started out as a neighborhood fundraiser for the Wasserman’s children’s school, … [Read more...]

Made In America Music Festival Labor Day Weekend In Philadelphia

'Come Party with Jay-Z, Cardi B & Travis Scott on the Parkway’ The Made in America Music Festival will be hitting the Benjamin Franklin Parkway Labor Day Weekend August 31 and September 1. Come experience a weekend of live music and fun with performances by the best of the best in hip-hop, alternative music, EDM and R&B. Made in America Festival Experience & Atmosphere The Labor Day Weekend 2-day event will feature headliners Cardi B and Travis Scott. The giant … [Read more...]

Free and Exciting Things To Do In Philly This Week, August 26 – September 2

'Last True Week Of Summer Fun In Philadelphia!' . Enjoy Dog Days of Summer at Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia, the many FREE museum exhibits,  Fringe Festival Preview Night #3 At FringeArts, Philadelphia Phillies Vs Pittsburgh Piarates, Quizzo at the Plough & the Stars (win $100), Science After Hours: SciChella at The Franklin Institute, Hamilton at the Forrest Theatre, Hidden Lives Illuminated At Eastern State Penitentiary, Marvel Exhibit at The Franklin Institute, … [Read more...]

Free and Exciting Things To Do In Philly This Week, August 19 – 25

'Summer Fun In Philadelphia!' . Enjoy the many FREE museum exhibits, Community Night At The Franklin Institute, Fringe Festival Preview Night #2 At The Rotunda, Quizzo at the Plough & the Stars (win $100), Hidden Lives Illuminated At Eastern State Penitentiary, Marvel Exhibit at The Franklin Institute, Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults, Outdoor Movie Screenings, Franklin Square Fountain Show, Summer Nights at the Penn Museum, Center City Sips, Movie … [Read more...]

Keystone Comic Con Visits The Pennsylvania Convention Center!

'Explore The World Of Comics, Characters and More!' Keystone Comic Con will be an experience unlike anything you’ve ever seen in the great city of Philadelphia! Firmly grounded in comic book culture, this new convention, in its second year, will inspire fans and offers the opportunity to discover something new around each turn. Featuring legendary comic talent, a massive artist alley, top comic publishers, local talent, iconic celebrities and so much more, ReedPOP is crafting an … [Read more...]

40th Street Summer Series in University City

'Relaxing Family Fun in University City'  Come shake'em, rock'em and roll'em... Every summer, the University City District, the Rotunda and Penn host the 40th Street Summer Series. A free outdoor music series that is family-friendly, now in its fourteenth year. Each concert is scheduled for a Saturday in the summer from June to August, starting at 6 pm. These live performances take place on the greenspace at 39th and Walnuts Streets. Not only will there be the eclectic … [Read more...]