Things To Do In Philadelphia – Easter Weekend

Things To Do In Philadelphia – Spring Is In The Air

‘Boat House Row’

Who gets excited about this time of year. Spring is here and summer is around the corner. The Philadelphia Phillies win their opening day game for the 2012-2013 baseball season at Pittsburgh and will be home at Citizens Bank Park on April 9th. We have the Philadelphia Flyers playing their last game of the season tomorrow before heading into the play offs with the Pittsburgh Penguins. Other than that, we’ll have some very nice weather for this weekend for those outside. With so many things to do in Philadelphia, this can’t get any better.

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 a few upcoming attractions or events to put on your calendar. Some of these events leak into next week.

Things To Do In Philadelphia this Weekend – April 6 – 8

• First Fridays in Philadelphia ~ April 6 ~ Like art, food, and drinks? How about the possibility in talking to the local Philly artists and or the art directors of the art galleries. Well, check out First Fridays. ~ First Fridays ~
• 81st Annual Easter Promenade & Parade ~ April 8 – 12:30 pm to 3:00 pm ~ Easter treats, costume contest, music, photos, the Mummers, an Easter Parade, and much more. ~ Easter Promenade & Parade in Philadelphia ~
• Art After 5 ~ April 6 ~ Held at the Philadelphia Museum of Art in the Great Stair Hall, starting at 5 pm. The “Other Philly Sound”, showcasing the innovative jazz of McCoy Tyner, Philly Joe Jones, John Coltrane, Lee Morgan, and The Heath Brothers. .  ~ Art After 5 ~
• Kimmel Center ~ April 7 ~ Free show. We all love free things, right? “Live from the Plaza Stage”, DJ Mark the Spark will be hosting a dance party after Jerry Blavat’s 10th anniversary extravaganza. ~ Free show at the Kimmel Center in Philly ~
• Philadelphia Phillies Opening Day ~ April 9 ~ Phillies play first home game at Citizens Bank Park against the Miami Marlins, not the Florida Marlins. ~ Philadelphia Phillies schedule ~
• Bruce Springsteen ~ Feb. 17 – 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~
• Van Gogh Exhibit ~ Feb. 1 – May 6 ~ This exhibit could be a once in a lifetime Art exhibit, especially if you an art lover and appreciate talent. How exciting, especially since Philadelphia will be the only place in the United States to hold this exhibit. If you are visiting Philadelphia, you are in luck. ~ Van Gogh Exhibit~
• Dinosaurs at the Franklin Institute – Now through April 15 – Like dinosaurs? Come check out some newly discovered dinosaurs from the last two decades. Get to see some up close and personal. ~ Mysterious Dinosaurs~

Visiting Philadelphia

Visiting Philadelphia? Have you lived in or near the City of Philadelphia, but never ventured out too many of the 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 ~

Upcoming Events & Attractions in Philadelphia

• 23rd Annual Civil War Re-Enactment ~ April 28 & 29 ~ Civil War Re-enactment at Neshaminy State Park in Bensalem, PA. Be a part of history and see what took place hundreds of years before, experiencing it first hand.  – 23rd Annual Civil War Re-Enactment ~
• Philadelphia International Children’s Festival ~ May 3-5 ~ Enjoy family-friendly music, theatre and dance performances, as well as a host of fun and interactive activities in the FUN ZONE on the Outdoor Plaza including crafts, face painting, jugglers and more! Location – University City area ~Philadelphia International Children’s Festival ~
• The Susan G. Komen Philadelphia Race for the Cure® ~ May 13 ~ Know of someone who has died from breast cancer? Who has survived? Yes, this event is 2 1/2 months away, but you can sign up now to participate, so you can get others to sponsor you. Or you can become a volunteer. ~ Susan G. Komen Philadelphia Race for the Cure® ~

So many people under-estimate Philadelphia in regards to the many things to do in Philadelphia and we want to help point out those Philadelphia attactions or events. No matter if you live in the City of Philadelphia or just visiting Philadelphia, you can always find something to do.

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.

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 April 6 – 8

Friday  |  Sunny  |  High 60  | Low 35

Saturday  |  Sunny |  High 62 | Low 38

Sunday  |  Mostly Sunny |  High 66 |  Low 48

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Boat House Row picture courtesy of Bill Cannon – Philadelphia photgrapher – Bill Cannon Fine Art Photography