Things To Do In Philadelphia – East Passyunk Avenue Car Show & More

East Passyunk Avenue Car Show, Free Music Shows, & Free Movie Showings

‘Summer Fun in Philadelphia’

So much to do and sometimes little time in which to do them all. Just so many things to do in Philadelphia. Check out the many free movie screenings, festivals, and concerts all summer long. Just a good way to spend time with the family, friends, to relax some, and enjoy these free activities.

How excited are you about this great city! Did you know : Philly was named #2 in best burgers in the country by Travel + Leisure. In the last 8 months, the city has been recognized for top 10 parks in the world, best cheesesteaks, #1 in Culture; and we can feel that the list will be growing in 2012. This city just keeps impressing us, but then why should it. Philadelphia is a city with a lot of pride and is being recognized for much more than its historical events.

Here at MyPhillyAlive, we like to share these events and attractions with you. Here are a few highlighted events or attractions for this weekend in Philly and some upcoming attractions or events to put on your calendar. Please don’t hesitate to stop by here tomorrow for any new updates of what is going on this weekend or during the week.

Things To Do In Philadelphia this Weekend & Week of  ~ July 27 – August 2 ~

• Summer Concert Series at Penn’s Landing ~ July 27 & August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 ~ From jazz to gospel to R&B, & much more. Held on Friday nights and sometimes on Saturdays. ~ Music at Penn’s Landing ~
• Moonlight Movies In Mt. Airy ~ July 27 ~ Free movie screenings every Friday night, showing movies outside for the whole summer. Tonight’s movie, The Muppets. Seating at 8 pm & movie starts at 8:30 pm. Held at Lovett Library Park on Germantown Ave, which this event is also hosted with the Free Library of Philadelphia. ~ Moonlight Movies in Mt. Airy ~
• Art After 5 ~ July 27 ~ Orquesta La Paz – Originating in Philadelphia in 1974, Orquesta La Paz is the only salsa band from the city to ever reach the final entry nomination list for the Latin Grammys in four categories, including “Album of the Year.” Held at the Philadelphia Museum of Art in the Great Stair Hall, starting at 5 pm. ~ Art After 5
• 2nd Annual Vendy Awards ~ Juy 28 ~  An event to determine the best street food vendor in Philadelphia while raising money for The Food Trust. From 3pm to 7pm at The Lot @ 39th and Market in University District. ~ Vendy Awards ~
• Taste of Philadelphia: Market Tours ~ July 28 & August 1 ~ Starts at 10 am every Wed & Sat – Learn the story behind cheese steaks, hoagies, pretzels and other Philly food favorites, and the 114-year history of the vibrant Reading Terminal Market where they’re sold during this 75-minute, food-writer-led walking tour.~ Taste of Philadelphia: Market Tours ~
• 7th Annual Car Show and Street Festival ~ July 29 ~ From 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm at  East Passyunk Avenue.  Over 140 antique, show, muscle, classic and custom cars, trucks and motorcycles with live music and the performers from the Philadelphia School of Circus Arts. ~ Car Show & Street Festival ~
• Fun Rally at the National Constitution Center ~ July 31 ~ Doors open at 10 am and will start at 11 am. Will Ferrell and Zach Galifianakis will be at the National Constitution Center to promote their new movie, “The Campaign.” and will be signing a copy of the Constitution during their trip to the NCC~ National Constitution Center ~
• Center City Sips ~ August 1 ~ Every Wednesday until August 29th. Enjoy discounts on beer, wine, cocktails, and food from 88 bars and restaurants in Center City.  ~ Center City Sips ~
• Penn Summer Nights with Incendio ~ August 1 ~ From 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. The Penn Museum presents a Latin world fusion group from Los Angeles, Incendio, which balances romantic Spanish guitar with rock-style energy and inspired on-stage improvisation. ~ Penn Summer Nights Event ~
• Shark Week at Adventure Aquarium ~ Now until September 3 ~ Adventure Aquarium in Camden this summer be showcasing the largest collection of sharks on the East Coast as well as the only two “great hammerheads” in the United States. ~ Sharks at Adventure Aquarium ~
• Light Installations By Bruce Munro ~ Now until September 29 ~ This will allow visitors to explore Longwood Gardens after-hours, while giving you a different perspective with cool displays of lights & more. ~ Light Installations by Bruce Munro ~
• Free Play on the Parkway ~ Now until September 30; except Mondays ~ Play In between recognizes the need for free play in children’s education. Come check out what it’s all about. ~Free Play on the Parkway ~
• Morgan’s Pier ~ Now Open ~ Philadelphia’s newest waterfront location with a beer garden, food, and live bands. ~ Morgan’s Pier ~
• Barnes Foundation ~ Now Open ~  The new building finally opened May 19th. You get to explore the world’s largest collection of Impressionist, Post-Impressionist and Modern paintings–including tons of works by Cezanne, Matisse, Picasso, van Gogh and Renoir—inside this new 12,000 square-foot gallery. ~ Barnes Foundation ~
• Bruce Springsteen ~ Now –until Sept. 3 ~ Springsteen comes to the National Constitution Center. The first exhibit of Bruce Springsteen to ever be seen outside the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. You will have the opportunity to view more than 150 artifacts, videos of his first successful audition, and much more. ~ Bruce Springsteen exhibit~
• Dead Sea Scrolls ~ Now until October 14 ~ The Dead Sea Scrolls exhibit arrives at The Franklin Institute. Get a glimpse of ancient Israeli culture with more than 600 artifacts and 20 of the rarest scroll. ~ Dead Sea Scrolls ~
• Maya 2012 – Lords of Time Exhibit at Penn’s Museum ~ Now until January 13, 2013 ~ Learn more about that superstition and the culture behind the Mayan prophecy. This exhibit will showcase the fascinating and mysterious Mayan people.~ Maya 2012 Exhibit ~
• Special Information! – Do you know that Philadelphia has its own slide? Yes, the Philly Slide. With Jaye Moore & Tony Luke Jr, to help support Little Kids Rock. Check it out. ~ The Philly Slide~

Visiting Philadelphia

Are you Visiting Philadelphia? Have you lived in or near the City of Philadelphia, but never ventured out too the many historical sites in Philly? Here is a quick guide for some must see attractions in the City of Brotherly Love.

• The Independence Visitor’s Center – Your guide for all of your information relating to historical sites in Philadelphia and other things to do in Philadelphia. ~ Independence Visitor’s Center ~
• Philadelphia Zoo ~ With the warmer weather approaching, you can not miss America’s Oldest Zoo. 42 acres of awesomeness and over 1,000 animals. ~ Philadelphia Z00 ~
• Liberty Bell – Symbol of American Independence – If you are visiting Philadelphia, this is one site that must be seen. ~ Liberty Bell~
• Elfreth’s Alley ~ Get to walk down a street with 300 years of history. Elfreth’s Alley is one of the oldest continuously inhabited residential streets in America. ~ Elfreth’s Alley ~
• Philadelphia City Hall ~ Like Architecture? Philadelphia History? They give tours of the Philadelphia City Hall. If you go up high enough, you get to see the whole city. ~ Philadelphia City Hall~
• Philadelphia Museum of Art – So many things that surround this museum. The “Rocky” Steps or the “Rocky” statue. A great view down Benjamin Franklin Parkway. Behind the museum, you can view Boat House Row and a few other things. ~ Philadelphia Museum of Art~
• Betsy Ross House – Did Betsy Ross actually make the American Flag? Learn about some of Philadelphia’s earliest history. ~ Betsy Ross House~
• Independence Hall – This is where the Declaration of Independence was adopted and where the Constitution of the United States was debated, drafted and signed. ~ Independence Hall~
• National Constitution Center – If anything, you must see the ‘We the People’ exhibit. There are other timely exhibits. ~ National Constitution Center ~
• Philadelphia Parks – Such as Fairmount Park or even Franklin Square for the kids or relaxing.

Are you Visiting Philadelphia and need a good tour company to show you around the City of Philadelphia, the historical sites, and much more. Try the Philadelphia Sightseeing Tours Company~ Philly Sightseeing Company ~

Upcoming Events & Attractions in Philadelphia

• Summer Concert Series at Penn’s Landing ~ August 10, 17, 24, 31 ~ From jazz to gospel to R&B, & much more. Held on Friday nights and sometimes on Saturdays. (more to follow)
• Labor Day Weekend in Philly ~ September 1 & 2 ~ The “Budweiser Made in America” concert will have Jay-Z to Headline the Musical Festival.  The two day festival will feature 30 acts on three stages. (more info to come)

As always, no matter if you are visiting Philadelphia or live in the City of Philadelphia, we hope our list of things to do in Philadelphia helps you out.

If you have stumbled upon something else that we did not mention, please let us know in a comment or in an e-mail. If you are a business or organization that has an event coming up, please contact us.MyPhillyAlive

If you happened to visit any of the things mentioned above, please don’t hesitate to leave a comment here or on that article describing what you liked about that event or attraction. As always, we would greatly appreciate any feedback. Thanks, MyPhillyAlive

Philadelphia Weekend Weather for the weekend of July 27 – 29

 

Friday  |  40% PM Thunder Storms  |  High 92  | Low 73

Saturday  |  60% Scattered Thunder Showers  |  High 88 | Low 69

Sunday  |  30% Isolated Thunder Showers  |  High 85 |  Low 68

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