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University City District Dining Days

University City Dining Days In University City District Philadelphia

'Exploring Restaurants In University City District With Set Prices' Just as there is Philadelphia Restaurant Week in several areas of Philadelphia, the University City District has their own version called University City Dining Days. University City Dining Days, in its 15th year, is from July 18 to 28, 2019. Guests can visit new restaurants they might never have tried or maybe visit one of … [Read More...]

The OVAL + 2019 Season Doubles The Fun On The Parkway!

'Summer Fun At The Oval'   The Oval+ park, based at Eakins Oval across from the Philadelphia Museum of Art, returns once again for four weeks, from July 19 to August 18, bringing more fun for all ages than ever before. The Oval+ will expand with more installations and programming down the Benjamin Franklin Parkway with an initiative that began in 2018, in addition to … [Read More...]

Washington Monument at Eakins Oval

Free and Exciting Things To Do In Philly This Week, July 15 – 21

'Enjoying The Summer In Philadelphia!' . Enjoy the many FREE museum exhibits, the Philadelphian Phillies vs the Los Angeles Dodgers, free La Noche Featuring Maquina Mono, Quizzo at the Plough & the Stars (win $100), Marvel Exhibit at The Franklin Institute, Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults, Outdoor Movie Screenings, Summer Nights at the Penn Museum, Center City … [Read More...]

Bastille Day Block Party

Bastille Day in Philadelphia To Include the Bastille Day Block Party In Fairmount!

'LIVE Music With Bastille Day In Philadelphia' Get ready for some great music, games, food and more - while celebrating Bastille Day in Philadelphia! For the past 24 years, Bastille Day in Fairmount was celebrated with Marie Antoinette, the Bearded Ladies and dozens of French revolutionaries center stage outside of Eastern State Penitentiary. That came to an end last year. Welcome in … [Read More...]

Screening Under The Stars At Penns Landing

Screenings Under the Stars at Penn’s Landing

 'Family Time Under The Stars With Free Movies' For some of you, remember those drive-in movies theaters? How about a large outdoor theater while watching a movie under the stars. That's what we have with "Screenings Under the Stars" at the Great Plaza, taking place in Penn's Landing. Every Thursday night in July and August, come watch a different popular film that will be displayed on … [Read More...]

Chinese Lantern Festival Main Gate

Free and Exciting Things To Do In Philly This Week, July 8 – 14

'Enjoying The Summer In Philadelphia!' . With the Re-enactment of the First Public Reading of the Declaration of Independence at Independence National Historical Park, many FREE museum exhibits, the last week of the Chinese Lantern Festival, Quizzo at the Plough & the Stars (win $100), Marvel Exhibit at The Franklin Institute, Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & … [Read More...]

The Phoenix at The Chinese Lantern Festival at Franklin Square

Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival Meets Franklin Square Again!

‘A Celebration of Light & Culture’  The Chinese Lantern Festival has been extended until July 14! The Chinese Lantern Festival is back for a 4th year in 2019! Be visually inspired as visitors will get to experience the Chinese Lantern Festival again at Franklin Square in Historic Philadelphia May 1 to June 30. The Festival is a celebration of light and culture that features … [Read More...]

4th of July Independence Day Parade in Philadelphia

Free and Exciting Things To Do In Philly This Week, July 1 – 7

'Celebrating Our Independence In Philadelphia!' . With the many FREE museum exhibits, U.S. Army Band Concert & Waterfront Fireworks, many 4th of July events and activities, Quizzo at the Plough & the Stars (win $100), WAWA Hoagie Day, 1776 Revolutionary War Encampment Experience, Summer Beer Garden at the Mütter Museum, POPS on Independence at Independence Hall, Fireworks & … [Read More...]

WAWA Welcome America events

Guide to 4th of July in Philadelphia and Wawa Welcome America! Events

'Fireworks, Parades, Concerts, Kids Activities & More During Independence Day in Philadelphia' There is no better place to celebrate Independence Day than in America's Birthplace! The celebration kicks-off with many events and activities prior to 4th of July, all thanks to WAWA Welcome America! The annual WAWA Welcome America Festival starts on June 29 and continues all the way to … [Read More...]

Mummers String Band at Mummers Museum

String Band Music Under the Stars with the Mummers in the Summer!

'Family Fun and the Mummers Strut with the Mummers String Bands'  The Mummers in Philadelphia is a long standing tradition in which the History of the Mummers date back to the mid 1800's. The first official parade was held January 1, 1901. Imagine that! Many Philadelphians look forward to the Mummers Parade which takes place on New Year's Day. If you wanted more Mummery, there … [Read More...]

2012 Movie Nights by Schuylkill Banks

Movie Nights Presented by Schuylkill Banks

'Movies Under the Stars in Philadelphia' Philadelphia summer nights under the stars with friends, family, loved ones and yes, free movie nights sponsored by Schuylkill River Development Corporation and CSX. Thanks to Schuylkill Banks, you will be able to enjoy ten different movies this summer at two different locations. Some of these movies are our favorites and … [Read More...]

Summer Nights at Penn Museum

Summer Nights Concert Series at Penn Museum

'Relaxing Musical Nights at Penn Museum' What a great way to break up your work week by experiencing soothing international cultural live music on Wednesday nights during the Summer Nights music series held at the Penn Museum. This exuberant musical series begins June 26 and ends September 04, 2019. Get to experience music curated by different individuals in a laid-back fun atmosphere, to … [Read More...]

Bassett's Ice Cream at Reading Terminal Market

Cool Off At The Philly Ice Cream Scoop Festival At The Reading Terminal Market

'I Scream, You Scream, We All Scream For Ice Cream At Reading Terminal Market'   Celebrate Philadelphia’s rich ice cream heritage by cooling off  at The Ice Cream Scoop festival July 29 from 11 am to 5 pm at the Reading Terminal Market. The event will bring together local independent ice cream artisans and Reading Terminal Market merchants for a day of ice cream specials and lots … [Read More...]

Fountains at LOVE Park

Free and Exciting Things To Do In Philly This Week, June 24 – 30

'Cooling Off In The Summer In Philadelphia!' . With the many museum exhibits, Pride Month in Philadelphia, Glamsino Royale: Goldfinger Night, Four game Series Philadelphia Phillies vs New York Mets, Quizzo at the Plough & the Stars (win $100), Science After Hours: Pride at The Franklin Institute, Chinese Lantern Festival, Marvel Exhibit at The Franklin Institute, Philadelphia … [Read More...]

Old City Eats Program

Old City District Introduces Old City Eats Summer Program!

'Experience A Refreshing Restaurant Series In History-Filled Neighborhood!' . Foodies can now celebrate in the Old City neighborhood of Philadelphia again! Old City District has created Old City Eats, a program to showcase the district's food and beverage scene. The program will include 20+ restaurants and bars, taking place every Thursday night May 26 to August 25 from 4 pm till 7 … [Read More...]