'Cheat Sheet to 4th of July Events in Philly for 2014' Fourth of July is approaching quickly and it has always been a great time to spend with family, friends, and loved ones in the past. This year won't be any different! 4th of July is a day when we celebrate the signing of the Declaration of Independence which took place on July 4, 1776, declaring independence from the Kingdom of Great Britain. The City of Philadelphia is where it all began, to where the Declaration of Independence was … [Read more...]
4th of July in Philadelphia & Philly Events
June 30, 2014 By
'Celebrating Our Independence' Who loves the week long festivities that surround the 4th of July in Philadelphia! Well, 4th of July is almost here again, and it's time to not only enjoy ourselves with friends and family, but to celebrate what it's all about and in the city where it all started. Mayor Nutter told us what 4th of July means to him and to the City of Philadelphia, "I think the 4th of July is really about celebrating freedom. It's about recognizing our independence as a … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Opening of Spruce Street Habor Park, Pre-4th of July Activities and Much More!
June 27, 2014 By
'Early 4th of July Festivities!’ This weekend kicks off fun and exciting events and activities leading up to 4th of July next Friday! Today is the official opening of Spruce Street Harbor Park and 4th Fridays at The Shambles in the Headhouse District. Head on over to Independence National Historical Park and allow 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 … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Make Music Philly, Manayunk Arts Festival and More!
June 20, 2014 By
'Summer in Philadelphia’ This weekend kicks of the first official day of summer and what a better weekend weather wise with so many wonderful events and activities! The weekend kicks off with Comic Con, Make Music Philly day, Community Gardens Day, the Manayunk Arts Festival, It's a small world at Eakins Oval, 50/50 block party to help Chester A. Arthur Elementary School and the Philadelphia Craft Beer and Music Festival. There is also free yoga, "Your Brain" at The Franklin Institute, free … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Flag Day, Your Brain at The Franklin Institute And More!
June 13, 2014 By
'All Things Independence’ This weekend will be a great weekend to experience so many things related to our independence, our freedom and that a lot of it started right here in the City of Brotherly Love! The weekend kicks off with Flag Day, Liberty Lands Spring Fest, the Vendy Awards and the opening of "Your Brain" at The Franklin Institute. There is also free yoga, free movies, mini Mummers shows, magic shows, the Phila Flea Market, several Farmers’ Markets and much more. And the weekend ends … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ First Fridays, Pride Day, Philly Burger Brawl and More!
June 6, 2014 By
'Philly Art, Philly History & Philly Food’ It feels like summer weather and the weekend kicks off with First Friday's, Fine Art & Contemporary Art Show, the 8th Annual Independence Dragon Boat Regatta, Fete Day and Philly Beer Week events. There is also free yoga, free movies, mini Mummers shows, magic shows, the Phila Flea Market, several Farmers’ Markets and much more. And the weekend ends with the Philly Beer Week, Pride Day and the Philly Burger Brawl. Your kids can join … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Philly Beer Week, Irish Festival and More!
May 30, 2014 By
'Approaching June with Festivals & Philly Fun’ Yes, the weekend is here again, for those who had a short work week. The weekend kicks off with Philly Beer Week, Walnut2Walnut and the Roots Picnic . There is also free yoga, magic shows, the Phila Flea Market, several Farmers’ Markets, First Sunday’s at the Barnes Foundation and much more. And the weekend ends with the Parx Casino Philly Cycling Classic and the Irish American Festival. Your kids can join the Continental Army for marching … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ 9th Street Italian Market Festival, Trenton Avenue Arts Festival, Preakness at Piazza, Haverford Spring Fest and More!
May 15, 2014 By
'Eat, Music & Live Life’ We had many excellent festivals with food and live music a few weeks back and it continues this weekend. The weekend kicks off with the 9th Street Italian Market Festival, the Trenton Avenue Arts Festival and the Preakness at The Piazza. There is also free yoga, magic shows, the Phila Flea Market, several Farmers' Markets and much more. And the weekend ends with the Haverford Spring Fest. In upcoming weeks, get ready for Fourth Fridays in the South Street … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Tons of Festivals, Philly Art and More!
May 2, 2014 By
'Spring Festivals Galore, Art & Free Things To Do’ Do you have your walking shoes? Because you'll need them if you want to get to the many spring festivals throughout the City of Brotherly Love! The weekend kicks off with First Fridays in the city and in Manayunk. You also have the continuation of the Philadelphia Science Festival and the Philadelphia Children's Festival. And now for the drum roll of festivals! Pick from excellent festivals such as the South Street Headhouse Spring … [Read more...]
Spring Fest at the Reading Terminal Market
April 7, 2014 By
'Enjoying Spring At The Market With Good Food, Kids Activities & Live Music' As the weather gets warmer, more festivals start to appear throughout the city during spring. Welcome to the Reading Terminal Market's newest festival, Spring Fest! This event takes place on Saturday, April 12, from 10 am to 4 pm. Enjoy delicious food from the vendors at the Market, live music and kids activities such as Easter egg dying and coloring with markers. Admission to this event is FREE, yet the food … [Read more...]
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