Philly Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration At City Hall

'Holiday Traditions In Philly' Get into the holiday spirit at the Philly Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration on Wednesday, December 2 starting at 7:30 pm at City Hall at the North Broad Street Portal (North side of Broad St) outside Dilworth Park!  This year will be very different. This year's tree lighting ceremony will be virtual! The event will air on 6 ABC starting at 7:30 pm! Enjoy an exciting lineup featuring special guests and holiday-inspired musical … [Read more...]

Philadelphia Cheesesteak Tour! The Race To The Best Cheesesteak in Philly! Tour 3!

'Continuing To Find That Perfect Cheesesteak In Philadelphia!'   We are heading into round three of MyPhillyAlive's Philadelphia Cheesesteak Tour as we search for the perfect Philly Cheesesteak! Does it exist? Could it probably be sitting on the other side of the river in New Jersey?  We have created the ultimate cheesesteak tour, in which many of us will be trying up to 45 plus different cheesesteaks in the Philadelphia region in like three days! The areas included would be … [Read more...]

Deck The Hall Light Show At City Hall Philadelphia

'Lights, Action, City Hall!' Strolling through the historic portals of Philadelphia City Hall, visitors will experience a winter wonderland themed courtyard with a carousel and a few vendors selling holiday gifts. They can also experience a light show on the west side of City Hall and where visitors can shop a multitude of vendors for unique gifts perfect for holiday giving and also view a holiday tree all lit up at night on the north side. The Light Show at Dilworth Park at City … [Read more...]

Philadelphia Cheesesteak Tour! The Race To The Best Cheesesteak in Philly! Part 2

'Continuing To Find That Perfect Cheesesteak In Philadelphia!'   We are heading into round two as we search for the perfect Philadelphia cheesesteak! Does it exist? Could it probably be sitting on the other side of the river in New Jersey?  We have created the ultimate cheesesteak tour, in which many of us will be trying up to 42 different cheesesteaks in the Philadelphia region in like three days! The areas included would be establishments from South Philly, to Old City, to … [Read more...]

Philadelphia Cheesesteak Tour! The Race To The Best Cheesesteak in Philly! Part 1

'Finding That Perfect Cheesesteak In Philadelphia!'   Does that perfect cheesesteak in Philadelphia exist? Could it probably be sitting on the other side of the river in New Jersey?  We have created the ultimate cheesesteak tour, in which many of us will be trying up to 42 different cheesesteaks in the Philadelphia region in like three days! The areas included would be establishments from South Philly, to Center City, to Northeast Philadelphia, to some of the Philadelphia … [Read more...]

Old City Dining Room With Outdoor Eating in Old City Philadelphia!

'Enjoying Fabulous Food On 2nd Street In Old City'   Back again for week number 2, July 24 to 26! There is one little twist now! In order to drink, you must order food, unless you order beers and drinks to go. And in order to keep drinking, you still must have food in front of you while eating. You figure it out.  Welcome to the first street closure for city dining in Old City Philadelphia! Thanks to the hard work of the Old City District and their staff, and the City of … [Read more...]

St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Philadelphia

'2nd Oldest St. Patrick's Day Parade in the Country' UPDATE - March 10: As many might have heard, the 2020 Philadelphia St. Patrick's Day Parade has been cancelled. The 250th annual parade will be celebrated March 14, 2021. More info, click here. St. Patrick's Day is a huge celebration, and the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Philadelphia is just as much of a big deal considering the history. This year marks the 250th annual parade and will take place on March 15 at 11:15 am. History … [Read more...]

Let Them Eat Cake Event! Philly’s Best Pastry Chefs Compete To Help Kids With Disabilities!

'Creative Cake Competition Brings Top Talent To Help Kids With Disabilities' Postponed until further notice! Looking to secure a date in April. Stay tuned! Let Them Eat Cake is one foodie event you don't want to miss! Cake for all is the natural mindset as this tasteful event invites the most creative confectionery talent from across the region to take part in one of the nation’s biggest cake-off fundraisers with proceeds going to Variety — the Children’s Charity of … [Read more...]

Free and Exciting Things To Do In Philly This Week, March 9 – 15!

'Experience Broadway Shows, Travel Show, St. Patrick's Day Parade and More!' . Enjoy the many museum exhibits, Sittin’ In at the Kimmel Center, One Book, Many Voices Community Dinner at Cobbs Creek Library, Philadelphia Orchestra: BeethovenNOW at the Kimmel Center, Broadway Philadelphia presents Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles at the Merriam Theater, Pennsylvania Ballet: La Bayadère at the Academy of Music, Israeli Film Festival, Marie Cuttoli at the Barnes … [Read more...]

Philly Craft Beer Festival!

'Beer Heaven' The 14th annual Philly Craft Beer Festival returns to the Navy Yard on March 7 for another great celebration of craft beer and brewing! Festivalgoers will be able to sample more than 150 kinds of beers from more than 55 + of the best craft breweries from around the block, around the country, and around the globe. Forbes Traveler Calls the Philly Craft Beer Festival one of the “Top 10 Beer Festivals in America!" Breweries will be on hand to offer samples of their finest … [Read more...]