‘We Think Spring Is Here To Stay In Philly!’
Happy Friday! It’s looking up to be a nice weekend for once. The Philadelphia Phillies have their home opener today and it’s First Friday all over the city. Especially in Old City and in Manayunk.
This is the time of year when the food festivals start taking shape in April and May. Next week is the 2nd annual Manayunk StrEAT Food Festival, the Philly Farm & Food Fest on April 14, Flavors of the Avenue on East Passyunk on April 27, the Italian Food Festival on May 18, Philly Beer Week starting May 31 and many others. What’s your favorite food festival?
Did you know : Philadelphia was named 1 of the top 10 US travel destinations for 2013. Also named for having the best sandwich in America, #2 in best burgers in the country by Travel + Leisure and in the last 8 months, the city has been recognized for top 10 parks in the world, best cheesesteaks, and #1 in Culture. We can feel that the list will be growing in 2013.
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 ~ April 4 – 11 ~
- Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours ~ Month of April ~ Come check out the many Mural Arts tours throughout Philadelphia. ~ Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours ~ or 215-925-3633. ~ About Philadelphia Mural Arts ~
- First Friday’s in Old City~ April 5 ~ Your chance to visit Art Galleries throughout Old City after normal hours. You will be able to talk to the art directors and possibly some of Philadelphia’s local artists. This also takes place as First Saturdays with select Art Galleries extending out to Fishtown. ~ First Fridays ~
- First Friday’s in Manayunk ~ April 5 ~ Come enjoy art in Manayunk. Before or afterwards, enjoy a meal at the many restaurants, or stop in one of Manayunk’s wonderful specialty shops. ~First Friday’s in Manayunk ~
- Art After 5 ~ April 5 ~ Free with admission, from 5 pm to 8:45 pm. Japan Night – Featuring the Orient Express – Enjoy an evening of Turkish and French music and dance! Begin with a set of Turkish music and belly dancing, followed by French gypsy jazz and a performance by a French chanteuse and accordionist. Finish with a round of cancan. Held at the Philadelphia Museum of Art in the Great Stair Hall, starting at 5 pm. ~ Art After 5 ~
- Philadelphia Phillies ~ April 5 to 7 ~ A three game series against the Kansas City Royals at Citizens Bank Park. Cool Tip! Free face painting before every Sunday home game by Paint Your Face, inside McFadden’s Ball Park from 10:30 am until the game starts. Anyone can stop by for a free Phillie’s P or even have the Phanatic painted on their cheek! ~ Phillies Tickets ~ Also, stop by an awesome Phillies tailgate by One Crazy Fan. You might want to hire them for your next event. Lastly, not going to the Phillies game, then stop in at XFinityLive, Philadelphia’s main sports entertainment complex to watch the game. ~ Info about XFinity Live ~
- World Beat Event at Painted Bride Art Center ~ April 6 ~ 4 pm & 8 pm, the Painted Bride Art Center welcomes Philadelphia families for an exploration of cultures around the world through percussion with Tamagawa Taiko Drumming & Dance Troupe. Young Rembrandts will be at the event giving free drawing lessons to young kids ~ Event info at Painted Bride & Tickets ~
- Drexel University Online to Host Pennsylvania Student Veterans Conference ~ April 6 ~ From 8 am to 5 pm, open to all student veterans across the country, the free conference will include breakout sessions on topics such as career opportunities, strategies for success, and creating an active veterans club on campus. ~ Info on Student Veterans Conference ~ ~ Online Sign Up Form & Details ~
- March Madness – Sports Bars in Philadelphia ~ April 6 & 8 ~ If you get excited about March Madness and always get a group of friends or hang with your alumni, it’s always fun to hang out at a good sports bar. Just the Final Four game and Championship game left. Here are some of our choices: ~ Sports Bars in Philadelphia for March Madness ~
- Taste of Philadelphia: Market Tours ~ April 6 & 10 ~ 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 ~
- Pay As You Wish ~ April 10 ~ Stop in at the Philadelphia Museum of Art every Wednesday from 5 pm – 8:45 pm and ”Pay What You Wish”, as you explore the museum and its remarkable collections. ~ Pay What You Wish ~
- American Spirits: The Rise and Fall of the Prohibition ~ Now until April 28 ~ At the National Constitution Center, Explore the build-up, execution and legacy of the ill-fated 18th Amendment in American Spirits: The Rise and Fall of Prohibition. The exhibition features 100 rare artifacts and collectibles like a 1929 Buick Marquette, a car make and model that was often used by bootleggers to transport alcohol and much more. ~ The Rise and Fall of the Prohibition ~
- Tugboats at the Independence Seaport Museum ~ Now until August 4, 2013 ~ Dave Boone, an award-winning artist, brings his collection of tugboats to the museum. He showcases his journey as a kid growing up around boats and his love for tugboats. ~ Tugboats at Independence Seaport Museum ~
- The Artifact Lab – Mummy Conversation at Penn Museum ~ Now until (no date set) ~ Here is your chance to get up close and personal. Watch conservators clean, examine, & preserve Egyptian Mummies at Penn Museum. Best of all, there are special times during the week to where you can ask them questions in person. ~ Conserving Mummies at Penn Museum ~
- Franklin Square ~ Now Open for 2013 Season ~ Enjoy miniature golf, take a spin on the Philadelphia Park Liberty Carousel, enjoy food at Square Burger and special weekend events for the kids. ~ Franklin Square ~
- 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~
Come Back later this afternoon or evening for more things added to the Philly to do list!
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.
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Upcoming Events & Attractions in Philadelphia
- 2nd Annual Manayunk StrEAT Food Festival ~ April 13 ~ From 11 am to 5 pm, 30 food trucks to line Main Street. The festival will serve as the kick-off for Manayunk’s Restaurant Week beginning Sunday, April 14 and running until Friday, April 26. More info to follow.
- Dad Vail Regatta ~ May 10 & 11 ~ Come check out a long Philadelphia tradition and the largest collegiate rowing event in the United States. Be Philly Proud! ~ Dad Vail Regatta ~
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.
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Philadelphia Weekend Weather for the weekend of April 5 – 7
Friday | 60% AM Showers | High 62° | Low 34°
Saturday | Sunny | High 54° | Low 39°
Sunday | Partly Cloudy | High 67° | Low 50°
Disclaimer : This blog post is a weekly update of things to do in Philadelphia. Please check the date above, when such article was posted. If an earlier date appears above, just go to this link for current events and attractions in Philadelphia. ~ Click : Things to do in Philadelphia ~
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