Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Dutch Festival, Dragon Boat Race, Free Movies and more!

'Explore The Many Festivals in Philadelphia’ The City of Brotherly Love seems to keep exploding with many excellent things to do, always keeping you busy. Experience the Pennsylvania Dutch Festival that continues until Saturday, the Southeast Asian Dragon Boat Festival on Saturday or the Night Market Philadelphia taking place on South Street on Thursday, August 15. Don't forget about the many free movies throughout the city at any given night, the backyard bash and beach party or the mock … [Read more...]

Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ 2nd Street Festival, First Fridays, Free Movies and More!

‘Philly Festivals, Philly Art, Movies, Action!’ Can you believe it's August already. The kids will be going back to school soon. Before that happens, enjoy the many things taking place in this awesome city of ours as a family. Today kicks off with a free concert at the Kimmel Center, many First Fridays events throughout the city, the 2nd Street Festival in Northern Liberties, free movies, free concerts at Philly parks and so much more. No matter what tickles your fancy, we have most of it … [Read more...]

Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ East Passyunk Car Show, Free Movies & More!

‘Summer Fun With The Family In Philly’ Seems like we are getting a slight reprieve with the weather this weekend. High's in the low to mid 80's all weekend, which is good news. So what will you be doing? There are many things to do in Philadelphia! How about free movies throughout the city, free concerts at Philly parks, or how about the East Passyunk Car Show. No matter what tickles your fancy, we have most of it for you below. What event or activity this weekend or during the week … [Read more...]

Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Historical Sites in Philly and More!

'Take Time to Explore the History of Philadelphia’ There are seems to be some sort of festival taking place in Philly. This week seems to be a little calm than usual. There is the Celtic Heritage Festival that is being held in Horsham, PA. You could always relax on the Schuylkill or Delaware Rivers while trying the many types of paddling activities. How about exploring the many historical sites that this great city has to offer. Even if you have lived her for years, have you ever been to … [Read more...]

Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Bastille Day, Food In Philly & More

’Exploring All That Philadelphia Has To Offer’ Off with her head! This Sunday is Bastille Day, which you can read more about below. It will be celebrated throughout the city on Saturday, July 13. Check out a fake beheading at Eastern State Penitentiary  or check out the 7th Annual Bastille Day Celebration with the Media Arts Council in downtown Media. Love different kinds of foods? Check out the Sidewalk Sizzle and Ice Cream Freeze being held outside of the Reading Terminal Market. And don't … [Read more...]

Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ All You Can Eat Ice Cream and 4th of July

'4th of July in Philadelphia’ Can you believe that 4 of July is a week away! As many of you know, there will be many activities and events during the first week of July, thanks to Wawa Welcome America. To kick off the weekend, how about all the ice cream that you can eat at Penn's Landing on June 29 and 30. Definitely check out our 4th of July in Philadelphia cheat sheet below, for the many events and activities, to include the reading of the Declaration of Independence. What event or … [Read more...]

Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Live Music and Art

'Summer Fun in Philadelphia’ Happy first day of Summer! To top it off, what great weather for this weekend! So many great events to kick of the summer of 2013. Anything from the Manayunk Arts Festival, to paddle boating at Penn's Landing, music festivals and free movie nights. What event or activity this weekend or during the week excites you the most? Please share with us in the comments below. MyPhillyAlive needs your help! We are in a social media contest and you can help us in … [Read more...]

Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Free Movies, Music and Festivals

'Relaxing with Family & Friends for Father's Day’ Yes, we are already in the middle of June. But don't sweat it, because the list of things to do in Philadelphia just get better and better as we head into the summer of 2013. We have found several free movie nights, many activities for the kids, several attractions at Philadelphia museums, and events at local theaters. What event or activity this weekend or during the week excites you the most? Please share with us in the comments … [Read more...]

Things To Do In Philadelphia – First Friday Events & Philly Festivals

'Exploring the Beautiful Art throughout Philadelphia’ Ignore the rain and just enjoy the many wonderful ways to explore Philadelphia's Art Scene. We start off the week with First Friday's, which has grown over the years in popularity. Not only can you check out the art scene in areas such as Old City and Manayunk, but it's been expanding into areas such as Penns Landing, local restaurants and bars, and so many other locations. One of MyPhillyAlive's favorite artists is our very own Britt … [Read more...]

Things To Do In Philadelphia – Philly Beer Week, Philly Bike Day and more!

'Keeping In Shape or Drinking The Week Away - Which is it?’ It certainly feels like Summer now, even though the official day of summer begins on June 21. Maybe starring at the fountain picture will cool you off on those hot days. Just when we had 2 whole months of food festivals, it seems like it's time to get in shape. You can walk the Manayunk Wall, participate in the Manayunk Fit Fest, or enjoy free yoga classes by Dhyana Yoga yoga studios down at Race Street Pier. If you want to head … [Read more...]