Philly Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration At City Hall In Dilworth Park

'Holiday Traditions In Philly' Get into the holiday spirit at the Philly Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration on Wednesday, December 4 at City Hall at the North Broad Street Portal (North side of Broad St) outside Dilworth Park!  Join Mayor Jim Kenney and the Office of the City Representatives to officially unwrap the holiday season. Scheduled to appear is Gritty from the Philadelphia Flyers, the Phillie Phanatic from the Philadelphia Phillies, R&B … [Read more...]

Harry Potter Festival Returns To Chestnut Hill

'Exploring the World of Wizards in Chestnut Hill'  Attention all wizards and muggles who want to explore Witchcraft and Wizardry. The Harry Potter Festival returns to Chestnut Hill! Enjoy two days of magical adventures and fantasy as this spectacular annual event takes over the town of Chestnut Hill on Friday, October 20, and Saturday, October 21. Explore a weekend of wizards, spells, potions, scavenger hunts, wizard chess, parades and more. Activities that were held on the Avenue in … [Read more...]

Halloween Weekend In Philadelphia ~ Terror Behind The Walls, East Passyunk Fall Fest, Headhouse District Pumpkin Fest, Day Of The Dead Celebrations and More!

'Halloween In Philadelphia’ The weekend kicks off with Day of the Dead Celebrations, the Philadelphia Film Festival, the continuation of Terror Behind the Walls, and the continuation of the exhibits at Penn Museum and the Academy of Natural Sciences. During the weekend enjoy Pumpkinland at Linvilla Orchards, Day of the Dead at Penn Museum, South Street Headhouse District Pumpkin Fest, East Passyunk Fall Fest & Spooky Saturday, Day of the Dead Celebrations, FREE yoga, farmers’ markets and … [Read more...]

Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Enjoy Christmas Village, Ice Skating, Light Shows and More!

‘Enjoying The Holiday Spirit In Philly’ Are you getting into the holiday spirit! Well, we have many treats for you, with many things to do during the holidays in Philadelphia. Support your local small businesses during these holidays by stopping at the Christmas Village in Love Park,  the Reading Terminal Market, the stores in Manayunk, and so many other places. Start or continue family holiday traditions by going to the Macy’s Holiday Light Show , the Comcast Holiday Spectacular, and even the … [Read more...]

Top October Events In Philadelphia 2015

'Exceptional Events In Philadelphia During October'  You think September was busy, wait as we head into October! We have mapped out 50 fun and entertaining events and attractions in October alone in Philadelphia! You'll be able to experience everything from art, to beer tasting, enjoying food festivals, live music, scary surprises and much more! Enjoy our list! October 2015 . 1. Night Market Date: October 1  From 6 pm to 10 pm on Frankford & Giarard, this is the last Night Market of … [Read more...]

2015 Pope Francis Visit To Philadelphia Guide

'AMOR Means Love In Spanish' Pope Francis' visit is right around the corner, and many Philadelphia residents have had mixed feelings about how the city will be operating. The Papal will be in the City of Brotherly Love September 26 and 27, yet the city itself will be in a major shut down mode from September 25 to the 28. Some residents will be staying put this weekend, some will be attending the events, while others will be leaving the city on mini vacations. Whatever one decides to do, … [Read more...]

Things to do in Philadelphia ~ First Friday’s, Craft Beer Express and More!

'Holiday Light Shows, Enjoying Craft Beer & Philadelphia Eagles Monday Night ’ This weekend kicks off with the ending of Terror Behind the Walls and Grim Philly's scary tours; and First Friday art festivities. Also enjoy activities at Peddler's Village, the Craft Beer Express, magic shows, farmers' markets, the Electrical Spectacle Holiday Light Show at Franklin Square and much more. Special Tip: Not only can you enjoy Terror Behind the Walls at Eastern State Penitentiary and Grim Philly's … [Read more...]

Things to do in Philadelphia ~ Halloween, Day of the Dead Celebrations and More!

'Fun & Spooky Celebrations in Philly’ This weekend kicks off with trick or treating for the kids and Halloween parties for the adults. Also enjoy Day of the Dead celebrations, First Sundays at Barnes Foundation, magic shows, farmers' markets and much more. Special Tip: Not only can you enjoy Terror Behind the Walls at Eastern State Penitentiary and Grim Philly's tours, but get special discounts through MyPhillyAlive. Find the details listed below. In upcoming weeks, get ready for First … [Read more...]

Things to do in Philadelphia ~ Fourth Friday’s, Fall Fest & Spooky Saturday, Pumpkin Fall Fest and More!

'Wizards, Witches, Ghosts, & Ghouls in Philly’ Halloween is around the corner and there are many Halloween events and activities for both kids and adults this weekend. This weekend kicks off with Fourth Friday's in the South Street Headhouse District, Fall Fest & Spooky Saturday on East Passyunk Ave, the Pumpkin Fall Fest at the Shambles in the South Street Headhouse District, Farmers' Markets and much more. Not only can you enjoy Terror Behind the Walls at Eastern State Penitentiary … [Read more...]

Things to do in Philadelphia ~ Harry Potter Festival, Halloween Activities, Harvest Festival and More!

'Fall Colors in the City of Brotherly Love’ Halloween is around the corner and there are many Halloween events and activities for both kids and adults. This weekend kicks off with the Harry Potter Festival in Chestnut Hill. Thrill yourself with Terror Behind the Walls at Eastern State Penitentiary, Grim Philly's tours, pumpkin patches, Harvest Festival, FirstGlance Film Festival, Farmers' Markets and much more. In upcoming weeks, get ready for more Halloween activities, Fourth Fridays in … [Read more...]