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Labor Day Weekend In Philadelphia ~ Parks On Tap, First Friday, Made In America, Cannstatter Volksfest German Festival, Fringe Arts Festival and More!

'Labor Day Weekend Fun In Philadelphia’ The weekend kicks off with Parks on Tap, First Friday, movies at Clark Park and the Betsy Ross House, and the continuation of the exhibits at Penn Museum, the Academy of Natural Sciences and the Franklin Institute. Don't forget to visit Spruce Street Harbor Park & Roller Rink as it closes for the year after Labor Day. During the weekend enjoy End of … [Read More...]

City Tavern Restaurant In Philadelphia

City Tavern In Old City District ~ Experiencing Philly History At Its Best!

'Historical Taste Of American Cuisine & Beers' City Tavern, located in the Old City District, was the favorite meeting place of many of the Founding Fathers and of many members of the First Continental Congress. A replica of a historic 18th-century building that was originally built in 1773 is located at 138 South 2nd Street, at the intersection of Second and Walnut Streets … [Read More...]

The Oval at Eakins Oval 2016

“Rhythm and Hues” ~ 2016 Summer Fun At The Oval

‘Summertime Fun At The Pop-Up Park On The Parkway’  Eakins Oval, the public space across from the Philadelphia Museum of Art, is transformed into a summer oasis from July 15 to August 21, 2016. The Oval, presented by PNC, is a partnership of the Fairmount Park Conservancy and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation. The 2016 Summer Season is highlighted by “Rhythm & Hues,” a colorful … [Read More...]

Pennsylvania Donkey At DoubleTree Hotel By Hilton Center City

Donkey Statues Invade Philadelphia For The Democratic National Convention

'Democratic National Convention Donkeys Around Philly'  The Democratic National Convention will be held in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania July 25 to 28, 2016. The last time Philadelphia hosted the DNC was in 1948. The City of Brotherly love, the birthplace of America, will have many events and activities throughout the city leading up to and during the four-day event. One thing that will … [Read More...]

Sidewalk Sizzle & Ice Cream Festival at Reading Terminal Market

Sidewalk Sizzle And Ice Cream Freeze At Reading Terminal Market

'Tasty Goodies From The Reading Terminal Market' Come one, come all! Check out some of Reading Terminal's most popular vendors as they line up on Filbert Street to showcase some of their best foods and treats on July 16 from 10 am to 4 pm. You'll get to experience tasty spices and food from Beck's Cajun Cafe, German foods from Wursthaus Schmitz, fried shrimp and fried clams from Pearls Oyster … [Read More...]

Schuylkill Banks Trail & Bridge

The Schuylkill Banks Boardwalk Extension

  'Bridging the Gap - South Street Bridge to Major Bike Trail' The time has finally come to take a stroll on the Schuylkill Banks Boardwalk. It will be like walking on water with the sparkling lights of the Center City skyline in the background. The Boardwalk is the first extension of the Schuylkill River Trail in ten years, completed in October 2014, which connects the City’s South … [Read More...]

Spruce Street Harbor Park

Spruce Street Harbor Park ~ Outdoor Paradise In Philly

'A Magical Summertime Destination' Excitement invades the Delaware River Waterfront at Columbus Boulevard and Spruce Street. This urban area is being transformed into an outdoor paradise at the Penn's Landing Marina. The new pop-up park in its third year, the Spruce Street Harbor Park, is brought to you by the same people who brought you the Waterfront Winterfest. It will be open from May 6 to … [Read More...]

Chinese Lantern Festival

Chinese Lantern Festival At Franklin Square April 22 – June 12

'A Celebration of Light & Culture'  Be visually inspired as visitors will get to experience the Chinese Lantern Festival at Franklin Square in Historic Philadelphia April 22 to June 12. The Festival, appearing for the first time in the Northeast United States, is a celebration of light and culture that features artisans from China and the Philadelphia region. In conjunction with … [Read More...]

Philly Beer Week Cheat Sheet 2016

Philly Beer Week 2016 Cheat Sheet

'Beer Enthusiasts - Start Your Engines' It's that time of year again when Philadelphians get excited about Philly Beer Week. Not only those from the city or the surrounding area, but those who specifically come to this week long event for a specific reason from far away. Did you know that Philly Beer Week is the largest beer celebration of its kind in the United States. All of this would make … [Read More...]

Burger Brawl - Bierstube burger

Burger Brawl Philadelphia ~ Who Has The Best Burger In Philly!

‘Tasting Burgers From All Across The City For A Good Cause!’ Get your taste buds ready for a burger feast! Welcome back the 6th Annual Burger Brawl! Held at XFinity Live June 26 from 4 pm to 7 pm, this special event funds literacy programming through technology for Philadelphia’s underserved children in our public elementary schools. Burger Brawl Atmosphere and Experience What first started … [Read More...]

Manayunk Wall

Philadelphia International Cycling Classic

'Largest Bike Race In North America' Get your cowbells ready! The Philadelphia International Cycling Classic, aka the Manayunk Bike Race, comes back to town Sunday, June 5, 2016! The 31st running, which has had many different sponsors over the years, will allow visitors to witness over 180 of the top cyclists in the world take to the streets of Philadelphia neighborhoods such as Manayunk, … [Read More...]

Craft Phila Craft Fair Event in Philadelphia

Craft Phila Craft Fair Returns To Independence Mall May 21 and 22 With Shopping, Philly Food Trucks, Music and More!

'Exploring 100% U.S. Handmade Crafts On Independence Mall!' How can you not love hanging at a Craft Fair that will be located in the Historic Philly area! So much history and now artisans! Well, the Craft Phila Craft Fair invades Independence Mall May 21 and 22, right where it all begun hundred's of years ago! History, our Founding Fathers, the arts and so much more! Think of it as a juried … [Read More...]

Silkies Hike Philadelphia

Silkies Hike In Philadelphia ~ Allowing Veterans To Bond and Cope

'Camaraderie and Humor Will Save Lives' Twenty-two veterans a day are taking their own lives! Silkies Hike is built on the premise that camaraderie and humor will save lives. Allowing veterans, both former and active, to bond, build friendships, and become a support network that veterans often need to fight the war at home. This hike is not about finding a cure or to raise money, the WALK … [Read More...]

Philly Beer Week 2016

Philly Beer Week Fun In Philadelphia!

'Beer + History + City of Brotherly Love = Fun Loving City of Philadelphia' Beer Week in Philadelphia is an exciting time for many. This years 10-day event(s), from June 3 to 12, is the ninth annual celebration of the city’s beer culture that will be throbbing with energy. Since starting in 2008, the yearly celebration allows beer lovers to go on tours of some of the best pubs and breweries and … [Read More...]

Kidstock Event

Kidstock! A Celebration Of Family, Art and Music For Kids!

'Helping Parents And Kids With Resources And Early Childhood Education'  It's all about the kids and their future! Kidstock is an event that will bring together over 200 families in celebration of family, art and music! This fun family event is a benefit for By My Side Parenting.  There will be 5 kid (and adult!) friendly bands that will take the stage at the Garden Center in the heart of … [Read More...]