Eating Your Way Through History on Philly’s ‘Las Huellas’ Trail
Philadelphia’s newest interactive public history project is officially live. Running through November 19, 2026, the Las Huellas (“the footprints”) audio trail features 11 installations...
Why Golden Corral Closed Multiple Longtime Locations Across 6 States in 2026
For decades, Golden Corral has served as a cornerstone of American casual dining, recognized for its sprawling hot bars, carved meats, and signature yeast rolls. Throughout 2026, however, a series...
The Minimalist Family: Packing Light for a Trip to Philadelphia with Kids
Traveling to a historic city like Philadelphia with children usually implies dragging a mountain of gear. Between the car seats, the massive double strollers, and the endless “just in case”...
Ditch the Standard Dinner: The Ultimate Date Night Cooking Classes in Philly & South Jersey
Tired of the same old dinner and a movie? Sometimes the best way to experience the thriving regional culinary scene is to roll up your sleeves and get behind the cutting board together. Whether you...
Elevate Your Seafood Feast: The Complete Guide to Boil Sauces
Master the Seafood Feast: Essential Dips and Butters There is nothing quite like spreading out a newspaper-covered table and dumping out a steaming, heavily seasoned pot of fresh crab legs, shrimp,...Philadelphia Events Source for: Entertainment, Restaurants, Bars, Hot Spots, Live Music, Sports, Festivals, Events, Attractions!
Grim Philly Tours – Halloween in Philadelphia
'Good Philadelphia History Tidbits with Ghouls and Stories' Grim Philly Tours opened it's touring services in 2011. Founder Joe Wojie, is a historian and Professor of Rider University, who wants the tours not only to be fun and adventurous, but educational. Grim Philly is an unique tour company because it prides itself on factual events that can be documented with viable sources … [Read More...]
Apple Festival at Peddler’s Village
'Scrumptious Apple Treats' It's raining apples at the Peddler's Village Apple Festival of 2019. Come out November 3 and 4 with the family and enjoy the many apple treats that you'll be able to find at this weekends festival. Such treats as apple cider, apple fritters, apple pies and cakes, country apple butter and everyone's favorite -- apple dumplings! Isn't this making you … [Read More...]
Day of the Dead Celebrations in Philadelphia With Festivals, Museums, Food and More
'Celebration In Honoring Those Who Have Passed Away' The Day of the Dead, known as Dia de los Muertos, is a Mexican Holiday on November 1st of each year, honoring those that have passed away. Officially, Day of the Dead begins on Thursday, October 31 with All Hallows’ Eve and runs through Sunday, November 2 when it ends with All Souls’ Day. Individuals and families honor friends and … [Read More...]
FirstGlance Film Festival In Philadelphia
‘Lights, Action, Camera!’ The FirstGlance Film Festival is Philly’s longest running independent film festival, in its 22nd year, celebrating and exhibiting the best in true indie film! The Film Festival is taking place at The Philadelphia Film Center from November 1 to 3. What is the FirstGlance Film Festival? FirstGlance started in 1996 and brings Indie filmmakers and … [Read More...]
Free and Exciting Things To Do In Philly This Week, October 28 – November 3!
'Spooky Happenings In Philadelphia!' . Enjoy the many museum exhibits, Quizzo at the Plough & the Stars, Halloween events and parties in Philly, Dinos After Dark, Mischief at the Mütter, Allen Stone's Karaoke Extravaganza at City Winery, Philly Cider Week, Candle Light Ghost Tours at Ft. Mifflin, Day of the Dead celebrations, First Glance Film Festival, First Friday, Apple Festival at … [Read More...]
‘Ghost Ship’ Appearing Near The Benjamin Franklin Bridge At Race Street Pier
"Experience The Past And Present Along The Delaware River!" . Don't be spooked when walking along the Delaware River Waterfront, you spot something eerie-looking on the water! For those who believe in ghosts and ghost ships, rub those eyes of yours and don't get to excited or scared that what you are seeing is real! What you see is a 90-foot, three-dimensional, light and water installation … [Read More...]
Marines Birthday Celebration At Cookies Tavern In South Philly!
'244th Marine Corps Birthday Celebration' On November 10, 1775, the Continential Marines were established by the Second Continental Congress. Research indicates that the birthplace of the Corps, as the first place where Marines enlisted, was Tun Tavern in Philadelphia! In 1781, the Tun Tavern burned down. Its former structure stood at a location now occupied … [Read More...]
Halloween in Philadelphia – Our Guide to All Things Spooky
'2019 Spooky Halloween Attractions in Philly' Who gets scared of spooks, goblins, murder mysteries, ghost stories and much more? Halloween can be a treat for all ages, ranging from hayrides to haunted attractions. We would like to share with you the different Halloween events happening in the Philadelphia region for both the family and for adults. To get you into the Halloween spirit, … [Read More...]
Day of the Dead Celebration at Penn Museum
'Dia de los Muertos - Day of the Dead' The Day of the Dead Celebration, a popular celebration worldwide, will be held at the Penn Museum October 26 from 11 am to 5 pm. This celebration is an important Mexican tradition that honors the lives of those that have passed by family and friends, who gather to pray for and remember them, which is done by creating altars and much more. … [Read More...]
East Passyunk Fall Fest and Spooky Saturday
'Halloween Family Fun In East Passyunk' Come on out to East Passyunk with the kids to enjoy the many fun Halloween activities on Saturday, October 26 from 11 am to 4 pm! Kids will be able to decorate pumpkins, Halloween-themed create arts and crafts, participate in a costume contest(dogs as well), enjoy treats, listen to live music and much more. All activities at The Singing Fountain (East … [Read More...]
PumpkinFest at South Street Headhouse District With Trick-Or-Treating
'Free Hayrides, Straw Bale Maze, Live Music ~ Oh My!’ The South Street Headhouse District hosts its eleventh-annual Fall PumpkinFest underneath the historic Headhouse Square Shambles on Saturday, October 26, from noon to 5 pm. Families are invited to get into the Halloween spirit and enjoy all that fall has to offer with face painting, straw bale maze, circus performances, live … [Read More...]
East Passyunk Avenue Witch Craft Beer Crawl
'Witches, Get Your Beer On!' Calling all witches! It's that time of year. Halloween, pumpkin beers, witches, sorcerers and the 10th Annual East Passyunk Ave Witch Craft Beer Crawl. You can wear your pointed hats and bring out your flying broomsticks on Wednesday, October 23, from 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm. This year’s crawl will kick off with registration at Garage … [Read More...]
Free and Exciting Things To Do In Philly This Week, October 21 – 27!
'Spooky Happenings In Philadelphia!' . Enjoy the many museum exhibits, Quizzo at the Plough & the Stars, Quizzo at Tankie's Tavern, Philadelphia Magazines Whiskey & Fine Spirits Festival, Brews & Views: Fall Rooftop Beer Garden at the Free Library of Philadelphia, East Passyunk Witch CRAFT Beer Crawl, Halloween at The Franklin Institute, Candle Light Ghost Tours at Ft. … [Read More...]
The Ghost Tour of Philadelphia – Halloween in Philadelphia
'When History Comes Back to Life' Do you get scared easily? Do the hairs of the back of your neck stand up when spooked? The Ghost Tour of Philadelphia might have this effect on you. Started in 1995, you explore the hidden treasures regarding ghost stories, unraveling the mysteries and secrets of Historic Philadelphia. Benjamin Franklin is said to still roam the streets of Old City. … [Read More...]
Spirits of ’76 Ghost Tour – Halloween in Philadelphia
'Terrifying Tales from Haunted Philadelphia' Who enjoys spooky sites and stories that would be related to Philadelphia History. At the Spirits of '76 Ghost Tour, you get to travel down the cobblestone streets of Old City, hearing these chilling stories. The tour is approximately 75 minutes long and takes you to 20 sites throughout the Historic District of the city, visiting such sites as: … [Read More...]
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