Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ The Oval Pop-Up, Dog Days At Headhouse Square, Sidewalk Sizzle & Ice Cream Freeze and More!

‘The Dog Days Of Summer In Philly' Sizzle and freeze during this weekend! This weekend kicks off with The Oval Summer Pop-Up and the continuation of the Lego Art exhibit at the Franklin Institute and Beneath the Surface exhibit at Penn Museum. During the weekend, enjoy the Spruce Street Harbor Park, the 4th annual dog days of summer cook-off in the South Street Headhouse District, the Sidewalks Sizzle and Ice Cream Freeze outside of the Reading Terminal Market, magic shows, farmers’ markets, … [Read more...]

Dîner En Noir Is Back For A Second Year

'A Mysterious Pop-Up Dinner With Guests All Donned In Black' Dîner en Noir is set for September 10, 2015. This second annual pop-up picnic, where all guests must dress in black, was first conceived out of frustration. The founder, Chris Nowaczyk, was frustrated while trying to register last year for Dîner en Blanc, so he created Dîner en Noir and actually held it on the same evening as Dîner en Blanc out of rebellion. Speaking to Chris, that was last year and this is this year. He was … [Read more...]

Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Bastille Day, Hispanic Fiesta, Summer Fun At The Oval and More!

‘Beheadings, Fiestas & Art.. Oh My!' We just get more excited as we head into the summer. Last week was tiring enough with all of the Fourth of July activities and events. Now get ready for a great production tomorrow during Bastille Day in Fairmount that will include the Bearded Ladies at Eastern State Penitentiary. Don't forget to enjoy the Hispanic Fiesta, free wineberry picking and the continuation of the Lego Art exhibit at the Franklin Institute and Beneath the Surface exhibit at … [Read more...]

Celebrating Independence Weekend With Fireworks, FREE Concerts, 1776 Revolutionary War Encampment and More!

‘Celebrating American Independence’ What not a better way than to celebrate your 4th of July Weekend right here in Philadelphia, where it all began! Enjoying Independence Day with friends, family and everyone else! There will be free concerts, the American Revolutionary War re-encampment, the main parade in the historic section of Philadelphia tomorrow, block parties, the spectacular fireworks show above the Philadelphia Museum of Art and much more. This weekend kicks off with WAWA Welcome … [Read more...]

Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Tall Ships At Penn’s Landing, WAWA Welcome America Events and More!

 'Tons Of Events & Activities Leading Up To 4th of July!' Get yourself ready to endure a lot of walking if you want to keep up with the list of things to do leading up to 4th of July. This weekend kicks off with the Tall Ships at Penn's Landing, to include the big yellow rubber duck, the kick-off to WAWA Welcome America, Fourth Friday, and the continuation of the Lego Art exhibit at the Franklin Institute and Beneath the Surface exhibit at Penn Museum. Also enjoy magic shows, farmers' … [Read more...]

Tall Ships Philadelphia And Camden ~ Experience Historic Ships

'Exploring Large Historic Ships on the Delaware River'  I request permission to come aboard, sir/ma'am. Ahoy, Philly! Come aboard! This summer, the Tall Ships Challenge Philadelphia Camden 2015, sails into Philadelphia, landing on both shores of the Delaware River June 25-28. Tall Ships Challenge is an annual event that appears in a three year cycle between the waters of the Great Lakes, the Pacific and the Atlantic coasts of North America. The special event will also include a … [Read more...]

Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Manayunk Arts Festival, Portuguese Heritage Festival, Father’s Day, Tall Ships and More!

 'Enjoy Philly With Dear Old Dad!' Looking for things to do with dad this weekend to celebrate Father's Day? We have some fun things listed below that you can get a jump on before Sunday! Take dad to enjoy the Spruce Street Harbor Park and the Summerfest at the RiverRink while you enjoy the first day off summer as well. This weekend kicks off the continuation of the Lego Art exhibit at the Franklin Institute and Beneath the Surface exhibit at Penn Museum. Also enjoy magic shows, farmers' … [Read more...]

Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Burger Brawl, Vendy Awards, Flag Day, Pride Day, Odunde Festival and More!

'Enjoy Food, Food & More Food' This weekend kicks off with several festivals and events that will include tons of food. Enjoy the Ambler Arts and Music Festival, Flag Day activities all week long at the Betsy Ross House, the Vendy Awards and the continuation of the Lego Art exhibit at the Franklin Institute and Beneath the Surface exhibit at Penn Museum. Also enjoy magic shows, farmers' markets, and much more. The weekend ends with the Odunde Festival, Flag Day activities on June 14 in … [Read more...]

Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Irish American Festival, Philadelphia International Cycling Classic, Fete Day, End of Philly Beer Week

'Enjoying All That Philly Has To Offer!' One of this year's highlights, enjoy the Spruce Street Harbor Park and the Summerfest at the RiverRink. Get there if you haven't been yet. Something that we love! Your kids can join the Continental Army for marching drills and musket etiquette. How about raise the flag with Betsy Ross. Or listen to historians as they tell the story of every day Philadelphians during this moving version of the Declaration of Independence. This weekend also kicks off … [Read more...]

Future Sensations At The Oval

 'Awesome Light and Digital Installation' Jump into the future with this never-before-seen global exhibition of epic proportions. This visionary attraction takes visitors on a sensory journey of science, storytelling and art that celebrates the past three and a half centuries and offers glimpses into future innovations that will transform the world. Philadelphia is one of only four cities around the world and the only U.S. city to host this futuristic traveling exhibit which will be held at … [Read more...]