Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ First Fridays, Brewer’s Plate Food Beverage Pairing, Harlem Globetrotters and More!

‘Flower Show Ending, Appreciating Art on First Friday's, Food Pairing Event’ What a great way to start off the weekend than with First Friday's in Old City and in Manayunk. Taste your way through the city on the Craft Beer Express or check out the cupcake and cocktail pairing at Peddler's Village. End the weekend at the Brewer's Plate event which allows you to pair many great foods with local beers. In up coming weeks, get ready for the St. Patrick's Day Parade, the Irish Festival at the … [Read more...]

Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Mardi Gras, Flower Show, Art and More!

‘Party Time with the Flower Show, Mardi Gras & Much More’ Spring must be around the corner, because the World renowned Philadelphia Flower Show opens this weekend. Just don't peak outside starting Monday and Tuesday. Think warmth and flowers. Don't forget that East Passyunk Restaurant Week ends this weekend. In up coming weeks, get ready for the St. Patrick's Day Parade, St. Patrick's Day; followed by many food festivals and much more. What event or activity this weekend or during the … [Read more...]

USS Somerset Arrives in Penn’s Landing

'A Tribute to 9/11 Victims of Flight 93' Move over small boats, because here is the USS Somerset! The 684 foot-long Naval LPD 25 ship, the USS Somerset, arrived in Philadelphia on Friday, February 21. This huge amphibious transport dock is now in Penn's Landing for a commissioning ceremony on Saturday, March 1. It's to be noted that tickets to the public are no longer available for the event, which expects nearly 7,000 attendees. The vessel commemorates the crew and passengers who reacted … [Read more...]

Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Philly BierFest, East Passyunk Restaurant Week and More!

‘Enjoy Lots of Food, Beer & Much More’ Let Spring appear! We can feel it around the corner. This weekend kicks of with a St. Patrick's Day countdown at McGillin's Olde Ale House with live music, Irish beer and Irish food. Followed by the Philly Bierfest the next day at the German Society of Pennsylvania. These events are just the start of what will be taking place soon in Philly. Don't forget that East Passyunk Restaurant Week begins, and that you have the Fairmount Food Crawl and … [Read more...]

Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Valentine’s Day, President’s Day and More!

‘Love is in the Air & Hopefully Spring Weather Soon!’ Winter is pretty in the City of Brotherly Love when it snows, but it's time for Spring. Bring on the sun and warmer weather. This weekend kicks of with Valentine's Day today and ends with President's Day on Monday. Check out the many things to do below. Don't forget that the Philadelphia Auto Show and Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus both end this Sunday, February 17. In up coming weeks, get ready for East Passyunk … [Read more...]

Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ First Fridays, Hockey Classic, Philly Art and More!

‘The Philadelphia Auto Show Speeds Into Town’ It's been an exciting week in Philly and much more to come! We want to give a shout out to Chef Nicholas Elmi who won "Top Chef"! Click Here for more info. There are many exciting events taking place now, such as the end of the Chinese New Year, First Friday's, the Hockey Classic this weekend, the Philadelphia Auto Show, Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus will be in town and tours of Philly art throughout the city. In up coming weeks, … [Read more...]

Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Chinese New Year, Philly Art, History & More!

‘Watch Out For Those Scary Dragons - Chinese New Year Lion Dance’ Exploring Philadelphia can be exciting in so many ways. We have fabulous museums and theatres, wonderful restaurants, relaxing open space such as our parks, a fascinating art scene, passionate sports fans and some of the most thrilling historical figures and sites around. There are many exciting events taking place now, such as the Chinese New Year events and tours of Philly art throughout the city.  In up coming weeks, get … [Read more...]

Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Winter Jam at Piazza at Schmidt’s, Ice Skating and Much More!

‘Keeping Warm in Philly While Exploring the City of Brotherly Love!’ Yes, we know it's cold out. There are even some outside events taking place now. But we have many great choices that will keep you warm. Don't forget to check out our "Fireplaces in Philadelphia" article. Keep in mind that Philadelphia Restaurant Week is underway, followed by The Philadelphia Car Show, East Passyunk Restaurant Week, the Philadelphia Flower Show, followed by many food festivals and much more. What event … [Read more...]

Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Martin Luther King Day, Restaurant Week and More!

‘Exploring What The City of Brotherly Has To Offer!’ Some big events will start to take place as the new year gets under way. Philadelphia Restaurant Week starts Sunday, followed by The Philadelphia Car Show, East Passyunk Restaurant Week, the Philadelphia Flower Show, followed by many food festivals and much more. In celebration of Martin Luther King Day, some Philly Museums will be open for free with many activities for all. The Benjamin Franklin Museum will be open to the public for free … [Read more...]

Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Motorsports Race Car Show, Philly Arts and Much More!

‘It's A Start Of A New Year In The City Of Brotherly Love! Hello 2014!’ The new usually starts off slow here in Philly, but will soon pick up with such events as Philadelphia Restaurant Week, The Philadelphia Car Show, the Philadelphia Flower Show, followed by many food festivals and much more. What do you look forward to the most in the first quarter of the year? Please tell us in the comments below. What event or activity this weekend or during the week excites you the most? Please share … [Read more...]