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...]

Burger Brawl – Who Has The Best Burger In Philadelphia!

'Tasting Burgers From All Across The City For A Good Cause!' Get your taste buds ready for a burger feast! Welcome back the 5th Annual Burger Brawl! Held at XFinity Live from 3 pm to 6 pm, this special event funds literacy programming through technology for Philadelphia’s underserved children in our public elementary schools. Burger Brawl Atmosphere and Experience What first started out as a neighborhood fundraiser for the Wasserman’s children’s school, The William M. Meredith Elementary … [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...]

Philly Beer Week 2015 Cheat Sheet

'Beer Enthusiasts - Start Your Engines' It's that time of year again when Philadelphians get excited about Philly Beer Week. Not only those from the city or the surrounding area, but those who specifically come to this week long event for a specific reason from far away. Did you know that Philly Beer Week is the largest beer celebration of its kind in the United States. All of this would make perfect sense since Philadelphia has been recognized as one of the World’s Best Cities for … [Read more...]

Memorial Day Weekend in Philly ~ Spruce Street Harbor Park, Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest, Philly Beer Gardens and More!

'Exploring Historical Philadelphia' Are you ready for a long weekend of fun and relaxation? Many people seem to be making plans to go outside the city. Why, when there is so much to do within this awesome City of Philadelphia. Why not go to some place in the city that you haven’t been to before. Try something new. Make a new family experience or tradition. Try some of the new restaurants, bars, and museums that have opened lately in the city. Experience the history of Philadelphia, allowing … [Read more...]

Philly Beer Week

'Beer + History + City of Brotherly Love = Fun Loving City of Philadelphia' Beer Week in Philadelphia is an exciting time for many. This years 10-day event(s) is the eighth annual celebration of the city’s beer culture that will be throbbing with energy. Since starting in 2008, the yearly celebration allows beer lovers to go on tours of some of the best pubs and breweries and will feature events ranging from beer tastings, beer-pairing dinners, lectures, and other activities and … [Read more...]

Weekend Fun In Philly: 9th Street Italian Market Festival, Kensington Kinetic Sculpture Derby & Arts Festival, Haverford Spring Fest and More!

'Enjoy Tasty Foods & Watch Humanized Vehicles!' One of the most anticipated festivals of the year, the Italian Market Festival, will certainly bring a smile to your face this weekend! This weekend also kicks off with the Kensington Kinetic Sculpture Derby & Festival, Plaza Palooza, and the continuation of the Lego Art exhibit at the Franklin Institute and Beneath the Surface exhibit at Penn Museum. Also enjoy LOVE Your Park activities, Wall Ball 2015, magic shows, farmers' markets, and … [Read more...]