'Fireworks, Parades, Concerts, Kids Activities & More During Independence Day in Philadelphia' There is no better place to celebrate Independence Day than in America's Birthplace! The celebration kicks-off with many events and activities prior to 4th of July, all thanks to WAWA Welcome America! The annual WAWA Welcome America Festival starts on June 29 and continues all the way to the incredible fireworks finale over the Philadelphia Museum of Art on July … [Read more...]
Philadelphia Historical Activities For Kids and Adults
June 10, 2019 By
'Exploring The History of Philadelphia With The Family' Philadelphia is so rich in history. Everything from the Declaration of Independence, to the first United States flag on record, to the oldest hospital in America and much more. Many of us don't take advantage of a good deal of historical activities and events that surround the City of Brotherly Love. You wouldn't believe the number of things for kids of all ages to enjoy. Such things as: drill marching with the Continental Army, many … [Read more...]
Free and Exciting Things To Do In Philly This Week, June 3 – 9
June 3, 2019 By
'First Full Week Of June In Philadelphia' . With the many museum exhibits, Pride Month in Philadelphia, FREE Screening: Las Madres de Berks with Michelle Angela Ortiz, Quizzo at the Plough & the Stars (winner $100), Philly Beer Week activities, Chinese Lantern Festival, Parks On Tap, Marvel Exhibit at The Franklin Institute, Center City Sips, Go Mt. Airy Supper Sessions on Germantown Avenue, Baltimore Avenue Dollar Stroll, First Friday, PrideDay LGBT Parade & Festival, … [Read more...]
Fete Day’s Annual Celebration at Elfreth’s Alley
May 28, 2019 By
'Residents Open their Doors to the Public on America’s Oldest Street' Did you ever want to meet Ben Franklin? Here is your chance to meet historical figures, to include Sarah Milton, the highly successful seamstress who lived on the Alley, and Ben Franklin himself, on our nation’s oldest continuously inhabited residential street, Elfreth’s Alley. Elfreth's Alley is located on the historic district section of Old City. Fete Day is June 3rd and is a day designated for … [Read more...]
Free and Exciting Things To Do In Philly This Week, May 6 – 12
May 6, 2019 By
'Many Outdoor Events In Philadelphia' . With the many museum exhibits, Philly Tech Week, Quizzo at the Plough & the Stars (winner $100), Chinese Lantern Festival, Parks On Tap, Night Market El Centro De Oro, Philadelphia Phillies, Marvel Exhibit at The Franklin Institute, Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens, Opening of Spruce Street Harbor Park and the Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest, Dad Vail Regatta, Kensington Derby & Arts Festival, Plazapalooza Festival, 2nd … [Read more...]
Free and Exciting Things To Do In Philly This Week, March 4 – 10
March 4, 2019 By
'Exploring The Beauty Of Philadelphia!' With the many museum exhibits, the Philadelphia Flower Show, Celebrating Mardi Gras, East Passyunk Restaurant Week, Rent At The Meriam Theater, BalletX Spring Series At The Wilma Theater, Viking Fest, Yards Brewing Co Tours, Philadelphia St. Patrick's Day Parade, Irish Sessions at Plough and the Stars and so much more, you might need a vacation after this week! Monday, March 4 East Passyunk Restaurant Week ~ March 4 – … [Read more...]
Free and Exciting Things To Do In Philly This Week, January 28 – February 3
January 28, 2019 By
'Exploring Philadelphia!' With the many museum exhibits, Community Night at Franklin Institute, ice skating, First Friday, The 80's Pops Rocks With The Philly Pops, Black Tie Tailgate at Philadelphia Auto Show, the Philadelphia Auto Show, Winter Craft Beer & Craft Festival at 23rd Street Armory, Chinese New Year Celebrations and so much more, you might need a vacation after this week! Monday, January 28 Community Night at Franklin Institute ~ January 28 ~ FREE & … [Read more...]
Free and Exciting Things To Do In Philly This Week, October 22 – 28
October 22, 2018 By
'Enjoying A Week Of Spooky Fun In Philadelphia' Fall is definitely in the air! So are witches, wizards and more, who will be wandering around Philly, leading up to Halloween on October 31! With the many museum exhibits, many Halloween events and activities, the Philadelphia Film Festival, Terror Behind the Walls, Viking Fest, Fiddler on the Roof, Philly Cider Week, the East Passyunk Avenue Witch Beer Crawl, Philadelphia Magazine's Whiskey & Fine Spirits Festival, East Passyunk Fall Fest … [Read more...]
Free and Exciting Things To Do In Philly This Week, August 13 – 19
August 13, 2018 By
'Things To Do During The Week In August In Philadelphia!' With the many museum exhibits, the Longwood Gardens Festival of Fountains, Night Out Restaurant Week, Parks on Tap, Summer fun at the Oval +, Beer Gardens, many FREE movie nights, The Philadelphia Phillies vs the Boston Red Sox, Philadelphia Folk Festival, Photo Pop Philly, Center City Sips, Schuylkill Movie Nights, the Spruce Street Harbor Park & UNIVESTival and so much more, you might need a vacation after this … [Read more...]
Exploring Many Philadelphia Historical Sites!
August 2, 2018 By
Philadelphia History – Exploring Awesomeness The History of Philadelphia has so much to offer and is a large part of who we are today. History states that Philadelphia was first founded by William Penn on October 27th, 1682. But prior to Penn, it’s been said that Philadelphia was home of the Lenape Indians. Penn bought the land from the local Lenape Nation to be on good terms with the Native Americans and to ensure peace for his colony. Penn then named the city … [Read more...]
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