Newbold Blues Festival In South Philadelphia!

'Live Music, BBQ Food & Local Beer - Oh My!' Strap on those dancing shoes and your foodie bibs! The Newbold Blues Festival will take place on Saturday, June 15 from 1 pm to 5 pm in South Philadelphia, on West Passyunk Avenue between 15th & 16th Streets, just a two blocks from the Snyder Station on the Broad Street line. The Newbold Community Development Corporation (CDC) is hosting the Newbold Blues Festival, a local music, food and craft beer … [Read more...]

Free and Exciting Things To Do In Philly This Week, June 10 – 16

'Philadelphia Events & Activities Leading Up To The Official Day of Summer' . With the many museum exhibits, Pride Month in Philadelphia, Quizzo at the Plough & the Stars (winner $100), The Philadelphia Phillies, Chinese Lantern Festival, Marvel Exhibit at The Franklin Institute, Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults, Outdoor Movie Screenings, Center City Sips, Cirque De La Symphonie at the Kimmel Center, Parks On Tap, Baltimore Avenue Dollar … [Read more...]

Philadelphia Historical Activities For Kids and Adults

'Exploring The History of Philadelphia With The Family' Philadelphia is so rich in history. Everything from the Declaration of Independence, to the first United States flag on record, to the oldest hospital in America and much more. Many of us don't take advantage of a good deal of historical activities and events that surround the City of Brotherly Love. You wouldn't believe the number of things for kids of all ages to enjoy. Such things as: drill marching with the Continental Army, many … [Read more...]

Philly PrideDay LGBT Parade and Festival

'Philadelphia's Annual Walk Of Gay Pride'   LGBT Parade and Festival Atmosphere and Experience The LGBT Pride Parade and Festival begins in the heart of the Gayborhood at 13th and Locust starting at 11 am and proceeds along a 1.5 mile route through Center City and Philadelphia’s historic district. The judging stand is at Independence Mall, 6th and Market Street.  Along the route, paraders will stop and perform for audiences and judges. Held every year in June during … [Read more...]

Free and Exciting Things To Do In Philly This Week, June 3 – 9

'First Full Week Of June In Philadelphia' . With the many museum exhibits, Pride Month in Philadelphia, FREE Screening: Las Madres de Berks with Michelle Angela Ortiz, Quizzo at the Plough & the Stars (winner $100), Philly Beer Week activities, Chinese Lantern Festival, Parks On Tap, Marvel Exhibit at The Franklin Institute, Center City Sips, Go Mt. Airy Supper Sessions on Germantown Avenue, Baltimore Avenue Dollar Stroll, First Friday, PrideDay LGBT Parade & Festival, … [Read more...]

Philly Beer Week 2019 Cheat Sheet

‘Beer Enthusiasts – Start Your Engines’   It’s that time of year again when Philadelphians get excited about Philly Beer Week. Not only those from the city or the surrounding area, but those who specifically come to this week long event for a specific reason from far away. Especially since Philly Beer Week is celebrating 12 years of beers! Did you know that Philly Beer Week is the largest and oldest beer celebration of its kind in the United States. All of this would make … [Read more...]

Center City Sips – Great Happy Hour Specials in Philly

'Happy Happy Hour Every Wednesday All Summer Long' Break up that work week by trying special drink and food specials during Center City Sips, held on every Wednesday night from June 5 to August 28, sponsored by Center City District. A great way to hang outside during the summer days. Center City Sips Experience & Atmosphere Have a favorite establishment? Maybe wanting to try a new place out? This event is a great opportunity to sample cocktails and appetizers at new … [Read more...]

Free and Exciting Things To Do In Philly This Week, May 28 – June 2

'Fun and Exciting Things To Do In Philadelphia' . With the many museum exhibits, Quizzo at the Plough & the Stars (winner $100), Chinese Lantern Festival, Parks On Tap, Marvel Exhibit at The Franklin Institute, The Philadelphia Phillies, Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens, Spruce Street Harbor Park and the Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest, The Hammer of Glory Relay, Opening Tap, Philly Beer Week, Irish Festival, Fete Day, Philadelphia Latino Film Festival, Independence Dragon … [Read more...]

Fete Day’s Annual Celebration at Elfreth’s Alley

'Residents Open their Doors to the Public on America’s Oldest Street' Did you ever want to meet Ben Franklin? Here is your chance to meet historical figures, to include Sarah Milton, the highly successful seamstress who lived on the Alley, and Ben Franklin himself, on our nation’s oldest continuously inhabited residential street, Elfreth’s Alley. Elfreth's Alley is located on the historic district section of Old City. Fete Day is June 3rd and is a day designated for … [Read more...]

Free and Exciting Things To Do In Philly This Week, May 20 – 27

'Weekday Fun In Philadelphia' . With the many museum exhibits, Quizzo at the Plough & the Stars (winner $100), Community Night at The Franklin Institute, Chinese Lantern Festival, Parks On Tap, Marvel Exhibit at The Franklin Institute, Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens, Spruce Street Harbor Park and the Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest, Memorial Day Weekend Fireworks, Yards Brewing Co Tours, Irish Sessions at Plough and the Stars and so much more, you might need a … [Read more...]