'Largest Intercollegiate Regatta in the United States' The Dad Vail Regatta is a rowing event that takes place on the Schuylkill River in Philadelphia on the second Saturday of May annually. This event is the largest collegiate rowing event in the United States and has become a Philadelphia tradition for decades and takes place on May 10 and 11, 2019. Dad Vail Regatta History The Dad Vail Regatta started in 1934 with "Rusty" Callow, then coach at the University of Pennsylvania, and the … [Read more...]
Philadelphia Science Festival Returns With Nine Days Of Excitement!
April 25, 2019 By
'Bringing Science and Fun Together!' Get your nerd on at the Philadelphia Science Festival, a nine day festival that occurs annually in Philadelphia each April. This year's Science Festival will take place from April 26 to May 4, 2019. In it's 9th year, the Philadelphia Science Festival is presented by The Dow Chemical Company and organized by the awesome folks at The Franklin Institute. The festival aims to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers, and shows how much … [Read more...]
Flavors On The Avenue Returns To East Passyunk Neighborhood
April 24, 2019 By
'Springtime Food Tasting Event From Some of East Passyunk's Restaurants' What was once East Passyunk's Flavors of the Avenue is now Flavors on the Avenue! After 10 years under the tent, this annual event has moved onto the streets of East Passyunk and takes place April 28, 2019 from 11 am to 5 pm! This exceptional food event in the East Passyunk Neighborhood brings the neighborhood’s top restaurants and chefs together for people to enjoy. Street food will be specially priced between … [Read more...]
Parks On Tap Traveling Beer Garden In Philadelphia
April 23, 2019 By
'Traveling Beer Garden In Philadelphia' Let the beer come to you as you explore different areas of Philadelphia in 2019! Parks on Tap is a program in partnership with Philadelphia Parks and Recreation, Fairmount Park Conservancy and Avram Hornik of FCM Hospitality, that brings a traveling beer garden from park to park for 23 weeks. Guests will be able to enjoy local craft beers, usually five on tap, which will be complimented by a barbecued inspired menu. There will also be games and … [Read more...]
Free and Exciting Things To Do In Philly This Week, April 22 – 28
April 22, 2019 By
'Spring Events In Philadelphia' . With the many museum exhibits, Manayunk Restaurant Week, Quizzo at the Plough & the Stars (winner $100), Jazz Appreciation Month, 76ers Playoff game, Spring Blooms at Longwood Gardens, Parks On Tap, Philadelphia Phillies vs the Miami Marlins, Philly Black Pride, The Penn Relays, Dinos After Dark, The Philadelphia Science Festival, Marvel Exhibit at The Franklin Institute, Philadelphia Science Festival, Manayunk Backyard BBQ … [Read more...]
Easter Activities in Philadelphia Area – Egg Hunts, Easter Parade, Brunches and More!
April 17, 2019 By
'Family Fun With Peter Cottontail' The Easter holiday is fast approaching in the City of Brotherly Love and brings a number of egg hunts, many Easter brunches and dinners, and the chance to hang with Peter Cottontail for those adorable photos. Coincidentally, the furry bunny can be found all throughout the city for everyone's enjoyment. Below are our picks for such Easter activities and events taking place this Saturday and Sunday. Saturday, April 13 East Passyunk East Egg Hunt ~ … [Read more...]
Philly Rabbit Run At The Philadelphia Zoo!
April 17, 2019 By
'Help Fight Parkinson's Disease At The Philadelphia Zoo!' Make tracks to the Philadelphia Zoo to help fight Parkinson's disease at the 6th Annual Philly Rabbit Run on April 20, 2019! Attracting over 1,000 participants, this special event is a 5k run or 1 mile walk to help shake off Parkinson's disease while raising funds and bringing awareness to the disease. Enjoy a unique experience at the nation's oldest zoo before it's open to the public. The run starts inside the zoo weaving … [Read more...]
Manayunk Restaurant Week ~ Fabulous Manayunk Foods
April 17, 2019 By
'Discounted Foods in Manayunk’ Manayunk Restaurant Week is back, September 23 - 29, 2019. Here is your chance to taste many different delicious meals from well-known Manayunk restaurants and experience chefs delights at discounted prices. There are many types of food selections such as Seafood, Steak, American, Japanese, Italian, Mexican, Indian, and more. Manayunk Restaurant Week Experience & Atmosphere Enjoy 10 + local restaurants that will be participating in Manayunk … [Read more...]
Dining Out For Life Philadelphia With Restaurants Fighting Aids
April 16, 2019 By
‘Eating Fabulous Foods for a Good Cause!’ It’s that special time to enjoy excellent food all across the Philadelphia area for a special cause. In its 29th year, Dining Out for Life takes place on April 18 at nearly 150 restaurants in Philadelphia and the Tri-State area. These restaurants will donate 33% of the night’s proceeds to benefit men, women and children with HIV/AIDS. Dining Out for Life was founded by ActionAides, a non-profit organization serving Philadelphia and … [Read more...]
South Street Headhouse District’s Easter Promenade
April 15, 2019 By
'Hop On Down South Street With The Easter Crew!' Hop on over to the 88th Annual Easter Promenade on April 21, a popular Easter tradition in the South Street Headhouse District. This free family event, which begins with a parade at 12:30 pm at the corner of Passyunk Avenue and South Street, and ends at 2nd and South Streets, will be one that you won't want to miss! Headhouse District's Easter Promenade's Experience and Atmosphere Master of Ceremonies Henri David will lead the … [Read more...]
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