Day of the Dead Celebrations in Philadelphia With Festivals, Museums, Food and More

'Celebration In Honoring Those Who Have Passed Away'  The Day of the Dead, known as Dia de los Muertos, is a Mexican Holiday on November 1st of each year, honoring those that have passed away. Officially, Day of the Dead begins on Thursday, October 31 with All Hallows’ Eve and runs through Sunday, November 2 when it ends with All Souls’ Day. Individuals and families honor friends and family members who have passed away with festive altars, traditional dance and song, the use … [Read more...]

Free and Exciting Things To Do In Philly This Week, October 28 – November 3!

'Spooky Happenings In Philadelphia!' . Enjoy the many museum exhibits, Quizzo at the Plough & the Stars, Halloween events and parties in Philly, Dinos After Dark, Mischief at the Mütter, Allen Stone's Karaoke Extravaganza at City Winery, Philly Cider Week, Candle Light Ghost Tours at Ft. Mifflin, Day of the Dead celebrations, First Glance Film Festival, First Friday, Apple Festival at Peddler's Village, 5th Annual Philadelphia Veterans Parade and Festival, First Sunday, Ghost … [Read more...]

Marines Birthday Celebration At Cookies Tavern In South Philly!

'244th Marine Corps Birthday Celebration' On November 10, 1775, the Continential Marines were established by the Second Continental Congress. Research indicates that the birthplace of the Corps, as the first place where Marines enlisted, was Tun Tavern in Philadelphia! In 1781, the Tun Tavern burned down. Its former structure stood at a location now occupied by Interstate 95, where it passes Penn's Landing. A commemorative marker on the east side … [Read more...]

Day of the Dead Celebration at Penn Museum

'Dia de los Muertos - Day of the Dead' The Day of the Dead Celebration, a popular celebration worldwide, will be held at the Penn Museum October 26 from 11 am to 5 pm. This celebration is an important Mexican tradition that honors the lives of those that have passed by family and friends, who gather to pray for and remember them, which is done by creating altars and much more. This special Mexican holiday starts on October 31 and ends on November 2 each year. While … [Read more...]

East Passyunk Avenue Witch Craft Beer Crawl

'Witches, Get Your Beer On!' Calling all witches! It's that time of year. Halloween, pumpkin beers, witches, sorcerers and the 10th Annual East Passyunk Ave Witch Craft Beer Crawl. You can wear your pointed hats and bring out your flying broomsticks on Wednesday, October 23, from 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm. This year’s crawl will kick off with registration at Garage (9th and Wharton Streets) from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Once you are registered. crawlers are free to … [Read more...]

Old City Fest Rocks Historic Philly Neighborhood

'Food, Art, Live Music... Oh My!'  What would William Penn say about Old City's Old City Fest? "Bring It! I just wish I could party in this awesome historical section of Philly with my friends on Sunday, October 13!" No worries William, because this festival certainly looks like a great time for all ages.  The Old City Fest is a celebration of art and design, fashion and food, creativity and culture on the streets of America’s most historic square mile and will transform a four … [Read more...]

Free and Exciting Things To Do In Philly This Week, October 7 – 13

'Enjoying All Things Philadelphia!' . Enjoy the many museum exhibits, Quizzo at the Plough & the Stars, Quizzo at Tankie's Tavern, DesignPhiladelphia, YèShì Chinatown Night Market, Pennsylvania Ballet Presents Don Quixote at the Academy of Music, Rittenhouse Square Fine Craft Fair, Oktoberfest at Dilworth Park, Oktoberfest at Peddler's Village, Old City Fest. OutFest, Vegan Restaurant Week, Ghost Ship on the Delaware River, Jack's Pumpkin Glow In Fairmount Park, Hamilton … [Read more...]

Free and Exciting Things To Do In Philly This Week, September 30 – October 6

'Fall In Philadelphia!' . Enjoy the many museum exhibits, Quizzo at the Plough & the Stars, DesignPhiladelphia, Night Market in Point Breeze, Midtown Village Fall Festival, Philadelphia International Dragon Boat Festival, Revolutionary Germantown Festival, Jack's Pumpkin Glow In Fairmount Park, Hamilton at the Forrest Theatre, Franklin Square Fountain Show, Terror Behind The Walls At Eastern State Penitentiary, LGBT History Month, Ghost Ship on the Delaware … [Read more...]

Terror Behind the Walls – Halloween in Philadelphia

'A Massive Haunted House in a Real Prison'  It's that time of year again, Halloween will be upon us before you know it. Do you scare easily?  If you answered no, you might want to rethink your answer again prior to visiting Terror Behind the Walls at the Eastern State Penitentiary in the Fairmount neighborhood of Philadelphia. Terror Behind the Walls kicks off on September 20 and continues until November 9! (Read below for ticket giveaway and discounts) Terror Behind … [Read more...]

Free and Exciting Things To Do In Philly This Week, September 23 – 29!

'Exploring Philadelphia!' . Enjoy the many museum exhibits, Quizzo at the Plough & the Stars, Science After Hours: Clue at the Franklin Institute, Last chance to enjoy Spruce Street Harbor Park, Festival O19, Center City Restaurant Week, Philly Fashion Week, Manayunk Restaurant Week, Hamilton at the Forrest Theatre, Franklin Square Fountain Show, Philly Music Fest, Parks On Tap, Terror Behind The Walls At Eastern State Penitentiary, Festival of Fountains at … [Read more...]