‘Celebrating American Independence’ What not a better way than to celebrate your 4th of July Weekend right here in Philadelphia, where it all began! Enjoying Independence Day with friends, family and everyone else! There will be free concerts, free admission to museums, the American Revolutionary War re-encampment, the main parade in the historic section of Philadelphia tomorrow, block parties, the spectacular fireworks show above the Philadelphia Museum of Art and much more. The weekend … [Read more...]
Elfreth’s Alley – Museums in Philadelphia – History of Philadelphia
March 31, 2017 By
'Nation’s Oldest Continuously Inhabited Residential Street' Elfreth's Alley is known as our nation’s oldest continuously inhabited residential street. The alley is located off Second and Front Streets, between Arch and Race Streets in the Old City Neighborhood of Philadelphia. The Elfreth's Alley Museum officially opens April 1 for the 2017 season! The Alley will be offering tours from 12-5 pm on the half hour. When the museum is closed for the season, they do offer private tours as … [Read more...]
Philadelphia Zoo – Things to do in Philadelphia
January 12, 2017 By
'America's First Zoo' The Philadelphia Zoo is located on the west bank of the Schuylkill River and is part of the Fairmount Park section in Philadelphia. The Zoo is one of the premier zoos in the world for breeding animals that have been found difficult to breed in captivity. History of Philadelphia Zoo The Philadelphia Zoo, the nation's oldest zoo, was chartered by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania on March 21, 1859, but the Civil War delayed its opening until July 1, 1874. The Frank Furness … [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!
October 28, 2016 By
'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...]
Labor Day Weekend In Philadelphia ~ Parks On Tap, First Friday, Made In America, Cannstatter Volksfest German Festival, Fringe Arts Festival and More!
September 2, 2016 By
'Labor Day Weekend Fun In Philadelphia’ The weekend kicks off with Parks on Tap, First Friday, movies at Clark Park and the Betsy Ross House, and the continuation of the exhibits at Penn Museum, the Academy of Natural Sciences and the Franklin Institute. Don't forget to visit Spruce Street Harbor Park & Roller Rink as it closes for the year after Labor Day. During the weekend enjoy End of Day Declaration Readings, Cannstatter Volksfest German Festival, Made in America Musical … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ National Park Week, Philadelphia International Festival of the Arts and More!
April 15, 2016 By
‘Honoring Our National Parks' This weekend kicks off with opening of the Independence Beer Garden, the continuation of the Philadelphia International Festival of the Arts, Wine & Wellness Weekend at Chaddsford Winery, the continuation of the exhibits at Penn Museum, the Barnes Foundation, the Academy of Natural Sciences, the Franklin Institute and the play Two Trains Running at Arden Theatre. During the weekend enjoy FREE yoga, farmers' markets, magic shows and much more. The weekend ends … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ PIFA Kick-Off, Philly Farm and Food Fest, Manayunk StrEAT Festival, Art Museum Restaurant Week, Cherry Blossom Festival!
April 8, 2016 By
‘Food, Wine, Festivals - Oh My!' This weekend kicks off with the Philadelphia International Festival of the Arts, the continuation of the exhibits at Penn Museum, the Barnes Foundation, the Academy of Natural Sciences, the Franklin Institute and the play Two Trains Running at Arden Theatre. During the weekend enjoy FREE yoga, Bike & Bagels Bike Ride, Craft Beer Express, Walking Tour - Happy Birthday Thomas Jefferson, farmers' markets, magic shows and much more. The weekend ends with … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Easter Parade, Easter Egg Hunts, Museum Exhibits and More!
March 25, 2016 By
‘Find The Easter Bunny In Philadelphia' This weekend kicks off the continuation of the exhibits at Penn Museum, the Barnes Foundation, the Academy of Natural Sciences, the Franklin Institute and the play Two Trains Running at Arden Theatre. During the weekend enjoy Easter egg hunts for the kids, farmers' markets, magic shows and much more. The weekend ends with the South Street Headhouse Easter Promenade, Easter brunches, an Irish Session at the Plough and the Stars and Live Irish Music as … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ March Madness, Museum Exhibits, Theatre, Spring Wine Festival At Chaddsford Winery, Macy’s Flower Show and More!
March 18, 2016 By
‘First Day Of Spring Might Bring Snow!' This weekend kicks off with March Madness and three Philly colleges playing today with Villanova, Temple and St. Josephs! Check out where to watch all of your favorite teams! Also, the continuation of the exhibits at Penn Museum, the Barnes Foundation, the Academy of Natural Sciences, the Franklin Institute, Tangle Presents RetroAct and the play Two Trains Running at Arden Theatre. During the weekend enjoy the Sound of Music at the Kimmel Center, Spring … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Flower Show, Museum Day Live, The Science Behind Pixar, St. Patrick’s Celebrations, St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Brewer’s Plate!
March 11, 2016 By
‘Green Is In The Air and Spring Is Around The Corner' This weekend kicks off with the continuation of the Philadelphia Flower Show and the continuation of exhibits at Penn Museum, the Barnes Foundation, the Academy of Natural Sciences, and the Franklin Institute. During the weekend enjoy The Science Behind Pixar, Museum Day Live, St. Patrick's Day Celebrations, Harlem Globtrotters, farmers' markets, magic shows and much more. The weekend ends with the Philadelphia St. Patrick's Day Parade, an … [Read more...]
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